Annapurna Circuit trek 9 days

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Short Annapurna Circuit trek 9 days
Key Information
  • Destination:Nepal
  • Duration:9 Days
  • Trip Grade: Moderate
  • Max. Altitude:5416m
  • Starts/Ends:Kathmandu / Pokhara
  • Trip Style:Private and Open Trip
  • Group Size:1 Pax to 16
  • Best Time:Spring and Autumn

Annapurna Circuit trek 9 days is an incredible experience in the tranquility of nature. The diverse landscapes range from the barren desert-like landscapes of Jomsom to the lush green vegetation of the lower hills. The enchanting views of the Annapurna range of mountains make it one of the most loved trekking routes in the world. We can observe the natural beauty of the entire region on this spectacular tour. The culture, tradition, and lifestyle of the Gurungs, Magars, and Thakali ethnic communities are quite vibrant. The 9-day Annapurna circuit trek begins with a scenic drive to Chame from Kathmandu. 

Our trekking journey commences from Chame as we follow the Marshyangdi Valley trail. We pass through the unique settlements of Pisang to arrive at Manang. We acclimatize for the first time in Manang. The trail then leads us to Yak Kharka, Thorong Phedi High camp, and eventually arrives at the majestic Thorung La Pass (5,416m). 

The stunning Thorung La Pass is a challenging section of the trek and also the highest point of the trek. From Thorung-La pass we venture into the Kali Gandaki Valley. We will also visit the pilgrimage site of the sacred Muktinath temple, which is revered by both Buddhists and Hindus. The temple premises consist of 108 showers. We drive back to the beautiful Pokhara city and celebrate the success of the tour. 
Annapurna Circuit Trek 9 days are ideal for all skill levels. Beginner trekkers can hone their skills whereas more experienced trekkers can trek in beautiful nature. The captivating trek is an opportunity of a lifetime! Read further for the detailed itinerary of the trek and other important details and book your trip now!

Itinerary

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After early morning breakfast, we begin our journey with a scenic drive to Chame. The drive passes through the picturesque valleys alongside the Trishuli River. We pass through the unique settlements of Besisahar, Bhulbhule, Jagat, and Dharapani. These small villages lie next to the Marsyangdi River. The beautiful terrace farms and green landscapes are incredible. The beautiful Ganesh Himal and the Manaslu Himal look incredibly enchanting. We need to register our permits at Bhulbhule check post. We make a brief stop and have our lunch in the quiet village of Jagat. After lunch, we pass along the banks of the Marsyangdi river to arrive at Dharapani (1860 m). There is a main entry point for the Annapurna circuit trek 9 days in Dharapani, and we register our documents at the check post and resume our journey to Chame. Chame is a commercial town with a busy bazaar and a pristine hot water spring alongside the Marsyangdi where we take a dip to relieve our stress after a long journey. The incredible views of the snow-capped mountain peaks including Annapurna II (7,937m), Lamjung Himal (6,932m), Manaslu (8,154m), and Peak 29 (7,833m) is awe-inspiring. We stay overnight at a lodge in Chame.

  • Max. Altitude: 2713m
  • Accommodation: Lodge
  • Duration: 7-8 hours

After breakfast, we start our journey on a steep and narrow valley and observe the majestic view of the Paungda Danda rock face which is a curved rock face that lies above 1500m from the river. We can observe the pristine views of Annapurna II and Pisang Peak in the south and north respectively. We descend further to the Manang Valley floor to finally arrive at Pisang. We pass through pristine rivers, deep gorges, frozen glaciers, yak pastures, and vast meadows along the Marshyangdi valley. We stay overnight at a lodge in Pisang.

  • Max. Altitude: 3185m
  • Accommodation: Lodge
  • Duration: 5-6 hours

After breakfast, we start our trek to Manang. The trek starts with an ascent to upper Pisang passing through Geru. We trek this route as it provides magnificent views of the north face of the snow-capped mountain peaks including Annapurna II, Annapurna III, Annapurna IV, Gangapurna, Tilicho, and Pisang Peak. We ascend further to high altitude conditions with freezing temperatures and dry air. We also have an opportunity to explore the Tibetan influenced Buddhist culture including the visit to the outstanding Barge Monastery, which is the largest monastery in Manang. We stay overnight at lodge in Manang.

  • Max. Altitude: 3440m
  • Accommodation: Lodge
  • Duration: 4-5 hours

After breakfast, we start our acclimatization tour. Acclimatization is necessary for high altitude conditions as our bodies need to adapt to the fast-changing conditions. Acclimatization does not mean that you will stay idle. Trekkers should take small hikes and explore around the region even in the acclimatization period.
Acclimatization is essential after reaching the elevation of 3500 meters. You should adjust your pace and make sure you do not climb more than 300-600m per day. One important tip is to sleep a little lower than the highest point of the day to save yourself from altitude sickness. There are many side trips in Manang that will help you to acclimatize. You can visit the famous Praken Gompa which is an isolated gompa above Manang at 3945 m. The gompa lies ahead of a steady climb above the Manang town. You can also visit the emerald Gangapurna lake where we arrive after descending the main street and crossing the bridge. Gangapurna Lake is a beautiful lake formed from the melting of the majestic Gangapurna Glacier. We spend acclimatizing in and around Manang and let our bodies adapt to the high altitude condition. We can also observe Thorung la pass from the viewpoint near Manang. The entire landscape of the place reminds you of a Tibetan Plateau. After a day full of acclimatization, we return back to our lodge and stay overnight.

  • Accommodation: Lodge

After breakfast, we start our trek to Yak Kharka observing the unique landscapes with diverse topography. We pass through the beautiful hills, alpine yak pastures, and mani walls. The diverse flora and fauna of the region will enthrall you. After trekking for some time, we arrive at a tree line dominated by grass, and bushes. The outstanding panorama of snow-capped mountains including Gangapurna, Annapurna II, Annapurna, III, Annapurna IV, Chulu Peak, Thorong peak, and others will make you fall in love with the place. The natural landscape and the diverse wildlife of the Annapurna Conservation Area are mesmerizing. You can see Yak’s and deer’s grazing in the vast meadows of the region. The vast meadow is popularly called as Yak Kharka by the locals. We stay overnight at a lodge in Yak Kharka.

  • Max. Altitude: 4210m
  • Accommodation: Lodge
  • Duration: 4-5 hours

After breakfast, we start our trek with an ascent of 3 to 4 hours. We leave Yak Kharka for Thorong Phedi via Jorsang Khola (4310m). You can observe many magnificent mountain peaks of Annapurna Himalayan range including Annapurna II, III, IV, Tilcho peak, Gangapurna, Thorung peak, Pisang Peak, Chulu Peak, and others. The Annapurna circuit trek 9 days offers great views of some of the incredible views of the mountain range along the trail. You can either stay at Thorong Phedi or high camp. From the high camp, you can make an easy cross to the Thorung La pass. We arrive at Thorong Phedi or Thorong High Camp at (4420m/14501 ft). Phedi means “foot of the hill” in Nepali. The trail leads us to a narrow path beside a high slope on a stony trail. We then walk slowly for one and a half hours to arrive at the Highcamp or Thorong Phedi. We stay overnight at a camp in Thorong Phedi.

  • Max. Altitude: 4800m
  • Accommodation: Camp
  • Duration: 5-6 hours

After breakfast, we start our trek to the majestic Thorong La pass, which is one of the highest passes in the world. The highest point of the trek is also the most challenging. We wake up as early as 3 AM to complete this challenging trek. We force ourselves on a dry and icy air along the high altitude conditions to cross the Thorong La pass. The outstanding mountain vista ranging from Tibet to several of the main peaks of Annapurna will compensate all your hardships. The trail then descends all the way to the famous temple of Muktinath. The steep descent takes you about 3 to 4 hours. The religious pilgrimage of Muktinath is a holy site for both Hindus and Buddhists. The temple is also known as Chumig Gyatsa which means "Hundred Waters" in Tibetan. We observe the stunning landscapes of the region and stay overnight at a lodge around Muktinath.

  • Max. Altitude: 5416m
  • Accommodation: Lodge
  • Duration: 8-9 hours

After breakfast, we explore the beautiful Muktinath region for some time and then head down the valley. The pristine Kali Gandaki river flows beyond the valley on the trail to Jomsom, which is the district headquarters of Mustang. We pass through the beautiful village of Kagbeni along the way to Jomsom. Kagbeni is a beautiful old city that was a significant gateway to the entire Upper Mustang region. Jomsom is a scenic village with vast dry and arid landscapes. The apple cultivation farm and various apple products from Jomsom like apple pie, apple wine, etc are quite popular all over the country. There are many guest houses, lodges, and tea houses in the windy city of Jomsom. We stay overnight at a lodge in Jomsom.

  • Max. Altitude: 2840m
  • Accommodation: Lodge
  • Duration: 5-6 hours

After breakfast, we take a bus for a drive back to Pokhara. The scenic bus drive takes us to the deepest gorge in the world. You will also pass through the vast desert-like landscapes of the highlands and the green jungles of the hills. The majestic views of Annapurna and Dhaulagiri mountains will welcome us along the route until we arrive at Pokhara. We stroll around the Lakeside area of Pokhara in the evening and celebrate the success of the tour with a celebratory dinner.

  • Max. Altitude: 2567m
  • Duration: 8-9 hours

Trip Cost Details

What's Included
  • Airport Pick up and drop  in Kathmandu
  • Twin-sharing tea house accommodation during the trek.
  • Kathmandu to Chame by private jeep 
  • Trekking permit-ACAP and TIMS cards
  • English Speaking guide and   porter to carry your bags all his expenses like salary, meals, accommodation, Insurance, and transportation
  • 3 times meals- breakfast, lunch, and dinner during the trekking
  • Jomsom -Pokhara by local bus
  • All government taxes and company service charges.
What's not Included
  • International Flight
  • Nepal Entry Visa Fee
  •  Food Hotel Accommodation in Kathmandu and Pokhara but we can book on your request.
  • Travel Insurance in case of emergency for Heli rescue and other medication
  • Hot and cold drinks
  • Expenses of personal nature like telephone, internet, wifi, hot shower, battery charging
  • Tips for guide and porter
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Starts:May 16, 2025Ends:May 24, 2025
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The Above-given cost is per person and the Above-given  Annapurna Circuit Trek 9 Days fixed departure dates are available for you. If the given date is not favorable then please contact us and we will happily customize your trip on dates more appropriate for you.

Price Per PersonUS$950US$1000
Group Discount Price
Number of PeoplePrice Per Person
6 - 10 pax
US$950
2 - 5 pax
US$1000
1 pax
US$1050
1 adults x US$1050Total US$1050
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Annapurna Circuit trek 9 days Testimonials
What Our Clients Say?
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  • Very pleasant trip

    Annapurna Circuit Trek really has the best view!! And there are so many lovely dogs 🥰. But the road from Kathmandu is a bit dusty and challenging...
    Our guide, Mr. Kumar, and his team are very nice and friendly, they smile all the time 😁. During the trek, Kumar Dai adjusted to our speed and keep it as constant as possible. During meals, Tek Dai, the assistant guide, helps arrange our food, making it easy and convenient for us. They really are very helpful, and they speak good English too.
    Overall, this is a very pleasant journey for me and my husband

    Alvina V
    Alvina VIndonesia,June 11, 2024
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  • Amazing experience of ACT in Nepal!

    It was the first experience to trek oversea, previously my record was two-day trekking of 100KM in Hong Kong. My new record was 10-day trekking which over 135KM in Nepal!🥰🎉🥂

    Four of us were excited for few months planning for this trip. Finally, as refer by my friend Raymond, he was highly recommended Man Kumar, founder of Halesi Treks Pvt. Ltd to help for my trip!

    My original plan was ABC (Annapurna Base Camp) but after comparing more information from Man and we decided to go for ACT (Annapurna Circuit Trek), it’s true and such a beautiful picture and an unforgettable experience for these 2 weeks. The first 2-day was raining and other days are snowing, it’s the first time to facing quite cold and bad weather, you know Hong Kong was so warm, it’s very hard for me, specially during the night time, I always need 2 blankets, otherwise, can’t sleep well.😜

    My guide Trek, porters Kumar and Yam ~make my whole trip better than I couldn’t have dreamed and wished for! The trekking, the transport, the food and our accommodations were all so good, special thanks for Trek arranging Yak Cheese and apples daily, it’s not only yummy but so warm at such cold weather!🤣Kumar and Yam also take care of us not only our backpacks but safety.

    The good planning was perfect that all of us not feeling unwell which can achieve to Thorong La Pass (5416M), also is my new record!☺️ Most of the time we spent was trekking, eating, joking, play game card and having amazing views of the valleys. They are not just did the best job but treat us like a friend. Also, Man had arranged a farewell dinner with us, the yummy cultural food, beer and a performance. These 2 weeks in my lifetime in Nepal with such a professional and lovely team, l’m so grateful for this wonderful time with uuu, thank you all!🫶🫶

    P
    Pang VHong Kong,May 27, 2023
    TripAdvisor
  • Great Experience in Nepal with Halesi Treks Pvt.Ltd

    Namaste!! We had just experienced an awesome and wonderful trip in Nepal (29 April – 16 May). With the assistance from Man Tamang Kumar, founder of Halesi Treks Pvt.Ltd, he had arranged one guide (Tek) and two porters (Yam and Kumar) for our group of 4 persons during our journey to ACT. Before that, Man has communicated with us well and patiently, knowing our duration, expectations, assistance and concerns and finally fixed the routes to Annapurna Circuit Trek.

    Not just the guide, the two porters always take care of us during the whole journey. Without their assistance and guide, we should not have completed the trek so successfully. The guide, Tek, always prepares Yak cheese and apples during lunch and dinner that made us very warm. He always tries his very best to satisfy our requests. Yam and Kumar, not just taking care of our baggage, they tries their best to keep us safe during the whole trek, especially some of the trails are slippy or even have rock dragging. They, three, are friendly, helpful and very funny.

    I would highly recommend Halesi Treks Pvt.Ltd if you have any plans to Nepal. Feel free to ask if you guys have any queries about the ACT trek or any others.

    J
    Jenny TamHong Kong,May 18, 2023
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