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1 Annapurna Circuit Trip Key Info Trekking Dest: Thorung La Pass, Manang, Mustang Meals : Full board on trek Activities : Trekking, Cultural Tour Group Size: 2-15 Difficulty : Moderate to Strenuous Transport: Local bus or private vehicle Max Elevation: (5,416m) Thoroung La Pass Best Time: Sept - Nov and Mar - May Trek/Tour Style: Tea House Trip Length: 15 Days 11 Days Start: Besishahar Chame End: Jomsom Trip Highlight One of the most popular treks in the world opened Lowlands to the arid trans-himalayan region that lies on the edge of the Tibetan Plateau. Can avoid the road by follow traditional trekking trail and new route for your pleasant trip. Encounter the adventures Thorang La Pass (5,416m), glaciers, ice falls, the world's deepest valley. Muktinath, truly a place of nirvana and home to Hindu temples as well as several Buddhist monasteries. The Hindu temple is dedicated to Lord Vishnu and 108 waterspouts. Additionally there is the Jwala Mai Temple with an eternal flame as God. Begin from Besishahar after 6 to 7 hours bus drive and ends in Jomsom by plane [I] Annapurna Circuit Trek Suggested Itinerary -15 Days Day: Upon arrival at international airport, our waiting support team will meet and greet you at the airport assist and transfer to the Hotel. Day: Trekking preparation and permit organize day. Please, check your insurance details and have a copy of your travel medical insurance policy with you. Day 01: Drive Kathmandu to Besisahar (825m) - 5 to 6 hours

2 Our trekking guide will come to the hotel in the morning at 6: 00 to pick you with private transport. Then you will leave for Besishahar (185km) which will take us about 6 hours along a scenic route. Along the journey you will witness rather stunning scenery of snow capped mountains, green hills, rivers, and villages. Stay overnight in a guesthouse. Day 02: Trek Besishahar to Bahundanda (1310m) - 6 to 7 hours This our first day s trek introduces us to the varied cultural of Nepal, pass by many typical local houses and the faces of varied ethnic tribes exchanging greetings (Namaste) on the way. The trail goes to through subtropical forests and the rice terraces of Sera to the village of Khudi (840m) then Bhulbule we will see a majestic 60m high waterfall, views of Manaslu (8156m). The mountain views disappear as we con closer to the small town of Ngadi, here we will have to cross the Ngadi Khola by a long suspension bridge. Then the trail gently ascent to Bahundanda, an attractive village in the saddle of a long ridge at 1300m. Day 03: Trek Bahundanda to Chamje (1430m) - 5 to 6 hours After breakfast we descend a steep slippery trail through the rice terraces and arrive at hot springs after a small descent. The rest of trail for today will pass the Marsyndi River a few times and we will see a beautiful waterfall as well near Jagat village. Then again the trail continues along the riverside towards Jagat. After about an hour walking we will get to the gorgeous Chamje waterfall and stay overnight here. Day 4: Trek Chamje to Dharapani (1960m) - 5 to 6 hours The first part of the trail descends to the river and after crossing a suspension bridge, you begin a climb to Sattale (1,550m). Here the trail continues through the gorge along a nearby river. Then the path zigzags from Tal Beshi going up the hill. Scenery of several waterfalls drops in

3 close to plain settlement Tal (1,700m). The narrow valley path becomes high and winding and eventually we arrive at the Karte (1,900m) village. You can cross a suspension bridge and climb a short distance to a stone marking the entrance to Dharapani (1,960m).Through this entrance our camp waits for us. Day 05: Trek Dharapani to Chame (2170m) - 5 to 6 hours After breakfast the trail gradually goes up through the Tibaten and Gurung settlements of Bagarchhap. Then, after Danakyu, we have a tough climb up to Timang (2,720m). Here we can take a rest and become reenergized from gazing at the wonderful Manaslu, Annapurna II scenery, and others majestic mountains. From here, the trek leads us through pine forest to Thanchok and Koto, finally reaching Chame. This is the headquarters of the Manang district and we are rewarded with very fine views of Annapurna II, Manaslu and Lamjung Himal from Chame as well as two small hot springs. Day 06: Trek Chame to Pisang (3190m) - 4 to 5 hours The trail lead us along the bank of Marsyandi river, climbing up through pine forest to the Telekhu (2,840m) and continuing with a long enjoyable and mostly level walk through the forest to Brathang. After the trail rounds a bend to the rocky trail, the hissing sound of river arises coupled with mountains view. After a time we will cross back to the south bank of the Marsyangdi on a suspension bridge beneath Swaga Dwari (Haven Gate). Then we make a long and gentle climb over a ridge through blue pine forests to the Dhukur Pokhari and take the trail through the valley to Pisang. Day 07: Trek Pisang to Manang (3,540m) - 4 to 5 hours After breakfast the trail slowly climbs up to through valley with pine and juniper forest to the Tibetan-styled village of Bryaga (3,500m). Here we will see houses stacked one atop the other, each with an open veranda formed by a

4 neighbor s rooftop and the Gomba (monastery), perched on a high crag overlooking the village. Then we continue through very arid countryside, dominated by weird cliffs of yellow rock, eroded into dramatic pillars alongside the trail to reach today s destination - the Manang village. Herere shops are unexpectedly well stocked with all sorts of things. Day 08: Explore Day in Manang for Acclimatization Today is a rest day for acclimation purposes. Please sleep in! After waking up late we hike up to the tranquil Gangapurna Lake and ascend up to above the Gangapurna icefall, which often falls down as an avalanche in the spring. Take time to observe the wonderful ancient Manang village scene beneath you. It is important to have a relatively restful day today to allow our bodies to acclimate to the higher altitudes and thinning air. It also gives us the possibility to wash some of our clothing and visit the Himalayan Rescue Association of Nepal. Day 09: Trek Manang to Letdar (4200m) - 4 to 5 hours After a hot breakfast, we will walk through the farm terraces to Tanki Manang then gradually go up to Gunsang, which offers panoramic mountains scenery. We will pass a few meadows where horses and yaks graze. Nearby Yak Kharka we will see herds of blue sheep grazing the steep slopes as well. The rest of the day, we will oversee fascinating Himalaya beauty in Yak Kharka. We will stay overnight in a teahouse. Day 10: Trek Yak Kharka to Thorang Phedi (4450m) - 3 to 4 hours, or Thorang High Camp (4850m) - 4 to 5 hours The trail for today is relatively easy and allows us to get used to the altitude before we have to cross the highest point in the trek. This is possibly the highest point you have been to in your life. From Yak Kharka we will continue to climb along the east bank of the Jarang Khola to

5 Thorung Phedi, a rock strewn meadow surrounded by upright cliffs at 4,420 meters. Blue sheep and even snow leopards can be sometimes seen in this area. If you are up for it, we can continue our trek to the High camp another an hour after lunch. Day 11: Trek Thorang Phedi via Thorang La Pass (5416m) to Muktinath (3800m) - 7 to 8 hours This is an adventurous and long day of trekking. Very early in the morning we take our breakfast and pack food. We will start the journey before sunrise. After 9 or 10 o clock strong wind starts blowing in the high Himalayas, so it is better to leave around 5 in the morning to avoid the wind. We need to wear warm clothes for the freezing morning. The trails goes on a steep ascent to the High Camp through the treeless rocky desert and continue some ice frozen slippery trail offering tremendous mountain panoramas changing colors during the sunrise. At the Thorung La pass (5,416m), with its traditional prayer flags and stone cairn we will have outstanding views of Annapunas, Gangapurna and Khatung Kang, a heavily glaciated peak. Amazingly, there is a teashop here on top of the pass at 5,416 meter. From here we start to descend down about 1,600 meters to another valley with outstanding views of Dhaulagiri Mountains standing alone in the distance across the Mustang valley Muktinath. This is truly a place of nirvana and home to Hindu temples as well as several Buddhist monasteries. The Hindu temple is dedicated to Lord Vishnu and has 108 waterspouts around it from which Holy water spouts. Additionally there is the Jwala Mai Temple with an eternal flame fed by natural underground gas. Day 12: Trek Muktinath to Kagbeni (2800m) via Jhong -3 to 4 hours After breakfast we walk down to the ancient Jharkot village and then continue to the Khinga village whose culture and livelihoods are similar to Tibetan people. We are still in a high alpine area with desert rocky hills and wide windy Kaligandaki valley. Here we can find Saligram fossil, incarnation of God Vishnu. After 3 to 4 hours down walk we will get to the village Kagbeni, whose inhabitants are a mix of Tibetans

6 and Gurungs. This gets us to the rusticated upper Mustang Trekking. Day 13: Trek Kagbeni to Jomsom (2710m) - 3 hours Today is easy day. The trail goes along the Valley of Kaligandaki River. It is much better to leave early morning avoid to the strong wind after every 10/ 11 am. The trail lead us continues through the Kali Gandaki Valley to Jomson, the headquarters of the Mustang district whose inhabitants are the traditional salt traders, the Thakali people. You can visit the Marpha Thakali village, an hour and forty-five minutes walk away. Marpha is home to many apple orchids as well as all the various food products made from the fruit. Apple Brandy is a local specialty that you may be lucky enough to taste en route. Day 14: Fly from Jomsom to Pokhara (950m) -25 minutes, relaxing day Early in the morning fly to Pokhara by small aircraft and watch the majestic mountains above the world s deepest gorge zoom by. Relax for the whole day at the Pokhara hotel. Alternatively, wander around the lakeside with its fascinating mountain panorama view and charming nature. Day 15: Drive back to Kathmandu early in the morning by Tourist Bus - 6 to 7 hours We should be ready by 6:00 in morning in hotel lobby in order to have breakfast or seek advice from your trekking guide. We will drive back to Kathmandu through on the main road passing terraces, streams, rivers, local settlements, and high hills. It takes about 7 hours (conditional) to reach your hotel in Kathmandu. If you are interested to fly from Pokhara to Katmandu (bear in mind the extra cost of the plane tickets) please request Nepal Mother House Trekking to book your flight ticket in advance. It takes about

7 30 minutes flying time with spectacular views of the Himalayas, high hills, terraces, local settlements, and forests. This can indeed make it worth flying. [II] Annapurna Circuit Trek Suggested Itinerary -11 Days Day: Upon arrival at international airport, our waiting support team will meet and greet you at the airport assist and transfer to the Hotel. Day: Trekking preparation and permit organize day. Please, check your insurance details and have a copy of your travel medical insurance policy with you. Day 01: Drive Kathmandu to Chame (2170m) - 9 to 10 hours Our trekking guide will come to the hotel in the morning pick you with private transport. Then you will leave for Besi Shahar (185km) which will take us about 5 to 6 hours along a scenic route. Along the journey you will witness rather stunning scenery of snow capped mountains, green hills, rivers, and villages. Then again, you will drive to Chame by bus or Jeep about 4 to 5 hours. We will stay overnight in a teahouse. Day 02: Trek Chame to Pisang (3190m) - 4 to 5 hours The trail lead us along the bank of Marsyandi river, climbing up through pine forest to the Telekhu (2,840m) and continuing with a long enjoyable and mostly level walk through the forest to Brathang. After the trail rounds a bend to the rocky trail, the hissing sound of river arises coupled with mountains view. After a time we will cross back to the south bank of the Marsyangdi on a suspension bridge beneath Swaga Dwari (Haven Gate). Then we make a long and gentle climb over a ridge through blue pine forests to the Dhukur Pokhari and take the trail through the valley to Pising.

8 Day 02: Trek Pisang to Ngwal (3,657m) - 4 to 5 hours We will begin trek cross the bridge of Marshyandi River end of the Pising Village, then follow the right hand trail to the Ngwal, trail goes gently through the pine forest about an hour before cross the another bridge. Now, we ascend through the jungle with many bending to the Ghyru (3,670m) about 1 to 2 hours. You won t regret after see amazing Mountain View from Ghyru, even climbing such bending zigzag hard trail. After having good lunch, we will walk to the Ngwal through countless Mane Wall and exit Fort. Some time we can see wild goat and dear too. We will stay overnight in a teahouse. Day 03: Trek Ngwal to Manang /Braga (3,540m) - 4 to 5 hours After breakfast the trail slowly climbs up to through valley with pine and juniper forest to the Tibetan-styled village of Bryaga (3,500m). Here we will see houses stacked one atop the other, each with an open veranda formed by a neighbor s rooftop and the Gomba (monastery), perched on a high crag overlooking the village. Then we continue through very arid countryside, dominated by weird cliffs of yellow rock, eroded into dramatic pillars alongside the trail to reach today s destination - the Manang village. Here re shops are unexpectedly well stocked with all sorts of things. We will stay overnight in a teahouse. Day 04: Explore Day in Manang for Acclimatization Today is a rest day for acclimation purposes. Please sleep in! After waking up late we hike up to the tranquil Gangapurna Lake and ascend up to above the Gangapurna icefall, which often falls down as an avalanche in the spring. Take time to observe the wonderful ancient Manang village scene beneath you. It is important to have a relatively restful day today to allow our bodies to acclimate to the higher altitudes and thinning air. It also gives us the possibility to wash some

9 of our clothing and visit the Himalayan Rescue Association of Nepal. Day 05: Trek Manang to Letdar (4200m) - 4 to 5 hours After a hot breakfast, we will walk through the farm terraces to Tanki Manang then gradually go up to Gunsang, which offers panoramic mountains scenery. We will pass a few meadows where horses and yaks graze. Nearby Yak Kharka we will see herds of blue sheep grazing the steep slopes as well. The rest of the day, we will oversee fascinating Himalaya beauty in Yak Kharka. Day 06: Trek Yak Kharka to Thorang Phedi (4450m) - 3 to 4 hours, or Thorang High Camp (4850m) - 4 to 5 hours The trail for today is relatively easy and allows us to get used to the altitude before we have to cross the highest point in the trek. This is possibly the highest point you have been to in your life. From Yak Kharka we will continue to climb along the east bank of the Jarang Khola to Thorung Phedi, a rock strewn meadow surrounded by upright cliffs at 4,420 meters. Blue sheep and even snow leopards can be sometimes seen in this area. If you are up for it, we can continue our trek to the High camp another an hour after lunch. Day 07: Trek Thorang Phedi via Thorang La Pass (5416m) to Muktinath (3800m) - 7 to 8 hours This is an adventurous and long day of trekking. Very early in the morning we take our breakfast and pack food. We will start the journey before sunrise. After 9 or 10 o clock strong wind starts blowing in the high Himalayas, so it is better to leave around 5 in the morning to avoid the wind. We need to wear warm clothes for the freezing morning. The trails goes on a steep ascent to the High Camp through the treeless rocky desert and continue some ice frozen slippery trail offering tremendous mountain panoramas changing

10 colors during the sunrise. At the Thorung La pass (5,416m), with its traditional prayer flags and stone cairn we will have outstanding views of Annapunas, Gangapurna and Khatung Kang, a heavily glaciated peak. Amazingly, there is a teashop here on top of the pass at 5,416 meter. From here we start to descend down about 1,600 meters to another valley with outstanding views of Dhaulagiri Mountains standing alone in the distance across the Mustang valley Muktinath. This is truly a place of nirvana and home to Hindu temples as well as several Buddhist monasteries. The Hindu temple is dedicated to Lord Vishnu and has 108 waterspouts around it from which Holy water spouts. Additionally there is the Jwala Mai Temple with an eternal flame fed by natural underground gas. Day 08: Trek Muktinath to Kagbeni (2800m) -3 to 4 hours After breakfast we walk down to the ancient Jharkot village and then continue to the Khinga village whose culture and livelihoods are similar to Tibetan people. We are still in a high alpine area with desert rocky hills and wide windy Kaligandaki valley. Here we can find Saligram fossil, incarnation of God Vishnu. After 3 to 4 hours down walk we will get to the village Kagbeni, whose inhabitants are a mix of Tibetans and Gurungs. This gets us to the rusticated upper Mustang Trekking. Day 09: Trek Kagbeni to Jomsom (2710m) - 3 hours Today is easy day. The trail goes along the Valley of Kaligandaki River. It is much better to leave early morning avoid to the strong wind after every 10/ 11 am. The trail lead us continues through the Kali Gandaki Valley to Jomson, the headquarters of the Mustang district whose inhabitants are the traditional salt traders, the Thakali people. You can visit the Marpha Thakali village, an hour and forty-five minutes walk away. Marpha is home to many apple orchids as

11 well as all the various food products made from the fruit. Apple Brandy is a local specialty that you may be lucky enough to taste en route. Day 10: Fly from Jomsom to Pokhara (950m) -25 minutes, relaxing day Early in the morning fly to Pokhara by small aircraft and watch the majestic mountains above the world s deepest gorge zoom by. Relax for the whole day at the Pokhara hotel. Alternatively, wander around the lakeside with its fascinating mountain panorama view and charming nature. Day 11: Drive back to Kathmandu early in the morning by Tourist Bus - 6 to 7 hours We should be ready by 6:00 in morning in hotel lobby in order to have breakfast or seek advice from your trekking guide. We will drive back to Kathmandu through on the main road passing terraces, streams, rivers, local settlements, and high hills. It takes about 7 hours (conditional) to reach your hotel in Kathmandu. If you are interested to fly from Pokhara to Katmandu (bear in mind the extra cost of the plane tickets) please request Nepal Mother House Trekking to book your flight ticket in advance. It takes about 30 minutes flying time with spectacular views of the Himalayas, high hills, terraces, local settlements, and forests. This can indeed make it worth flying. Day: In this pleasant day you may have full day at leisure either relax at hotel or explore the around Thamel. Today is day of ending your journey, so we would like offer you farewell dinner in Nepali typical Restaurant and hand over you Trip Certificate, Trekking Permit and TIMS Card for memory of Nepal trip. Day: Today is free or last minute shopping for souvenirs or gift to your family, friends or relatives for you until departure flight/drive. Our

12 assist will be transfer to the International Airport for your departure flight to your onwards destination, taking with you the memory of a life time. Note: If you wish to stay longer, we can offer plenty of suggestions: mountain biking in the Kathmandu valley, Rafting in white water, wildlife Safari, Bungee Jump, Hotel Booking, an Everest view flight, a trip out to Bhaktapur or Patan, the Kathmandu valley's other historic cities, or a night at the Fort Hotel in Nagarkot for a bit of luxury and some worth able sunset and sunrise mountain panoramas. We help to arrange any of these excursions for you. Namaste and see you during your next trip to the Nepal Himalayas! Trip Cost Includes Arrival and Departure all transportation (airport to Hotel to airport). All ground transportation during trip Transportation from Kathmandu to Beshisahar (trekking starting point) by local bus or comfort micro bus and trek end point Jomsom to Pokhara by plane. Transportation from Pokhara to Kathmandu by comfort tourist bus. Warm down Jacket and Sleeping Bag for the trek. Government license holder experienced Local Guide with English Speaking and friendly their food, accommodation, salary, insurance, equipments. Porter (between every 2 person basis) Max.30 kg. Plus their food, accommodation, salary, insurance and equipments. One Sherpa (assistance guide) if group size more than 6 people. Plus their food, accommodation, salary, insurance and equipments. ACAP (Annapurna Conservation Area Project), TIMS (Trekkers Information System) Cards Duffel Bag during trek. First Aid medical kid. Full board meal (breakfast, lunch, dinner) with Tea, coffee each meal in a cup. Tourist service charge, vat, Governments Tax and official expanse if necessary. Welcome and Farewell program. Trip Cost Dose not Includes All kind of beverage including mineral water, Phone calls, laundry, hot shower during Trek. Travel and Rescue Insurance (compulsory). Tipping to crew Personal expenses like Shopping, souvenirs or gift. Personal mountaineering gears. Optional trips and sightseeing if extend.

13 International airfare and airport departure tax. Visa fee, you obtain a visa easily upon your arrival at Tribhuwan International Airport. Not mention above services. BOOK TRIP CONTACT US Optional Additional Trip If would like to extended some more days after or before trip, then we are glad to organize your trip following area or glad to offer you according to your desire, holiday period and interest with reasonable price. [I] Jungle Safari in Chitwan National Park We arrange for 1 night 2 days to 2 nights 3 days Jungle Safari trip in Chitwan National Park either by airplane from Kathmandu to Bharatpur and back to Kathmandu or regular tourist bus. In this package will includes all accommodation and activities such as Elephant safari, Canoe ride, Bird watching, Jungle walk, village walk, visit to the Gharial (A rare type of crocodile) Breeding Center and a cultural show of the indigenous people of Chitwan. Read more.. [II] Everest Mountain Flight People who have short time and physically unfitness, those people won t be able to get in Himalaya explore around in their life time. But now do not need to worry about, Everest Mountain Flight would be best way to explore around Himalaya range at once glance. Nepal Mountain Flight conducts every morning regular flights by Yeti, Simrik, Guna and Buddha Airlines craft towards the Himalayan range. This is the quickest way to get a close look at Mt. Everest, the highest mountains in the world. And other mountains that can be viewed at close range are Nuptse (7,879 m), Lhotse (8,501 m), Cho Oyu (8,210m), Makalu (8,475 m) and Kanchenjunga (8,584 m). Aircraft have large and clear windows and provide superlative sights of the Great Himalayan Range. You are provided by the window seat to enjoy the whole flight viewing the snowy peaks, and from the cockpit it is even a superb and undisturbed view. It begins North East of Kathmandu offers you eye-level sun rising views of the snow capped peaks and bring you back to Kathmandu within an hour. Read more. [III] Kathmandu Sightseeing Tour

14 It is possible 1 day to 2 days sightseeing around Kathmandu valley with our professional tour Guide. Having explored historical and spiritual attractions; including the historic Durbar Square, Bouddhanath; one of the largest stupas in Nepal, Swayambhunath; top on the hill in the city knows as the Monkey Temple, Pashupatinath; Hindus holy place, Sadhus and pilgrims bathing at occasionally, funeral pyres burning on the ghats, located on the holy Bagmati River. Read more.. [IV] White River Rafting White River Rafting is another option for your additional day trip. Nepal Mother House offer you Trishuli River Rafting /Kayaking for 1 day to 3 days trip, which will be starting at Charaudi on the way to Pokhara Prithivi Highway and taking out at before Narayanghat. During this trip you will get full satisfying exciting adventure experience, you run all the major rapids watch the river grow as its tributaries join, awesome sight as it cuts its way through impressive gorges, and then leave it when it spreads out over the great plain of the Ganges. This rafting is the best including for training purpose, Kayaking and Rafting as well. Read more.. [V] Bungee Jumping Bungee Jumping could be another optional trip for your additional day; it is situated 160m over the Bhote Koshi River, near to the Nepal-Tibet border, 3/4 hours bus ride from Kathmandu and can back to Kathmandu same day. It was designed by one of New Zealand's leading bungee consultants, and operated by some of the most experienced jump masters. Bungee Jumping here is probably best in the world as it is not only the highest but also provides the most wonderful view in the world. The thrill and excitement of bungee is absolutely a once in life time experience. Read more.. [VI] Paragliding and Jeep Flyer If you are looking for adventure experience during additional day, it would be best do Paragliding and Jeep flyer in Pokhara. In 2to 3 days period you participate for this activities, you can get in Pokhara either by plane scenic 20 munities flight or comfort tourist bus. We take a 20 min jeep ride from Pokhara to Sarangkot (1,592m), which offers great panoramic mountain views and tranquil Fewa Lake, where the sunrise and sunset rays land in amazingly. For the paragliding, you do not need to have experience, Nepal Mother House provides you qualified pilots will provide you full briefing before your trip launch. If you want to have funs with gliding and Jeep flyer in beautiful city Pokhara why don't let us serve you. Read more..