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A complete trek encircles the famous Annapurna mountains. The trek offers great variety of sub-tropical plains in the Himalaya... foothills through the trans-Himalayan Manang and Mustang regions. The trek goes through Thorang-La Pass-5416m. Between two valleys of Manang and Kaligandaki River gorge (the deepest gorge of the world). Above combinations make this trek one of the most famous in Nepal. It shows diverse culture, nature and traditional values.
This is one of the classic and most rewarding treks in the Himalayas. It provides an opportunity to explore the scenery of both the southern and northern Himalayas. You can encounter rhododendron forests, the thin Tibetan Highland atmosphere as well as many ethnic groups on the way.Trekking north, we acclimatize at the important trading village of Manang (3351 m.) before crossing the Thorong-La (5407 m.).When you reach the pass, line after line of snow ridges stretch before you while far below lies the sub-tropical Kali Gandaki Gorge.From the heights of the Pass we descend to Muktinath and its sacred Buddhist and Hindus shrines. Further south, the contrast of the Nepal Himalaya becomes even more apparent as forests or mandarin and banana groves replace high windswept passes.Finally we trek out of the gorges and look back to the peaks of the Annapurna and Dhaulagiri before traversing the forest ridges down to Pokhara.
Itinerary
Day 01 : Drive out from Kathmandu to Besisahar early in the morning by reserved bus & local bus (depends on the size of the group).
Day 02 : Besi Sahar to Bahundanda (hill of the Brahmins, 1,310 m.). Along the route the trail follows a stream and climbs to Denauti, then slippery rocks lead to the Marshyangdi Khola. During this route the villages Khudi. Ngadi and Lampa are interesting to see.
Day 03 : Bahudanda to Chamje (2,160 m.) Beautiful water falls, some forests full of birds, villages occupied by Tibetan heritage. Tea houses and guests houses are available.
Day 04 : Chamje to Bagarchhap (2,160 m.). It is a village of Tibetan architecture. A well mentioned Diki Gompa is a famous place to see.
Day 05 : Bagarchhap to Chame (2,630 m.). This is a nice camping place and several years ago it was the district Headquarters of Manang. Police check post, School, Health post, Post office, Bank, wireless station are there, with the facility of electricity. On the route the Annapurna (II 7,937 m.), (IV 7,525.), Ganesh Himal and Manasalu Himal (8,156 m.) are visible.
Day 06 : Chame to Pisang (3,190 m.). A Khampa settlement is known as Bratang now a days abandoned. One can find over there a stone memory to a Japanese climber who died in an avalanche. Crossing the Thorong La pass, Pisang peak, Annapurna II and other natural beauties blow one's mind.
Day 07 : Pisang to Manang (3,335 m. Approx.). During the trek we cross the place, known as Nyseyang (wheat barley). They also grow potatoes and beans. Horses are the means of transportation. Life standard is better at Manang. There is a chance to buy medicines and warm clothes.
Day 08 : Pisang to Manang. A day to acclimatise . There is a good opportunity to climb the north ridge of the village and have a view of the Annapurna II, IV, Glacier Dome and other excellent scenaries.
Day 09 : Manang to Letdear . Trail crosses a stream, climbs to Tingi and continues to Marsyangdi valley. Yak Kharka and Letdear is next to last shelter before the pass.
Day 10 : Letdear to Thorang Phedi. A wooden bridge at (3,320 m.). should be crossed to reach Thorang Phedi (4,420 m.). Sometime snow can block the pass. In such a situation this place is really crowded. Usually people schedule is 3 a.m. to departure, which is not necessary. The ideal departure could be made between 4 and 5 a.m.
Day 11 : Thorang Phedi to Muktinath (3,800 m.). During the season of December to January there are very few chances to cross Thorang La pass. If porters are not well equipped, they may suffer badly due to the cold and expectable storm.
Day 12 : Muktinath to Jomsom (2,713 m.). Trail descends to Jomsom, this is a nice place from where trek could be shortened by flight back to Pokhara or Kathmandu.
Day 13 : Jomsom to Kalopani (2,580 m.) Trek becomes easier as trail follows downwards. But no doubt, natural beauties are unforgettable. You may enjoy along the route the view of Dhaulagiri, Nilgiri, Annapurna I and so on.
Day 14 : Kalopani to Tatopani (1,680 m.). Tatopani means hot water in Nepali. Thus this village gains the name as Tatopani from the hot spring.
Day 15 : Tatopani rest: This is a spot with more facilities and there are hotels and guesthouses which offers good accommodation.
Day 16 : Tatopani to Ghorepani (2,775 m.). Ghorepani means horse water in Nepal. Along the route you will have a panoramic view of Dhaulagiri, Tukuche peak, Annapurna south, Annapurna I, Nilgiri, Himalchuli and the Glacier. They all are excellent to be explored.
Day 17: Ghorepani to Birethanti (1,065 m.)
Day 18: Birethanti to Pokhara
Day 19: Drive back to Kathmandu
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