Short Annapurna Circuit Trek is a shortened version of the Annapurna Circuit Trek. While the itinerary is a little shorter compared to the full-length version, there is no compromise in thrill and adventure. We have designed the itinerary so as to maximize your experience in limited time.
Short Annapurna Circuit Trek – 12 days takes you to the heart of Manang – a small and sparsely populated district in northern Nepal. Manang is famous for its ancient caves, which are a major archaeological site. The caves provide evidence and glimpse of life in prehistory. Manang is arid with desert-like vegetation.
The road to Manang passes through dense rhododendron, oak and maple forests. Rare wildlife like barking deer, Himalayan leopard, mountain goat etc. are spotted on the road. The wild cat in the mountains are smaller in size compared to the Royal Bengal Tiger in the plains. They are also shy in nature. They distance themselves from humans upon sighting. They are not a danger to people walking in groups.
We will enjoy visit to temples and monasteries in Manang before heading to the highest and most thrilling point of our tour – the Thorang-La pass (5416m). From Thorang-La we descend towards Muktinath – which is a famous pilgrimage destination for the Hindus and Buddhists. We enjoy hot water bath in the natural springs in Tatopani and travel to Ghorepani from here, where we will enjoy beautiful sunrise and mountain view. We descend to Nayapul from Ghorepani and end our trek.
Day | Mode | Route Itinerary | Elev.(m) | Duration | Overnight | Included |
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Day 01 | Drive | Drive KTM -Besisahar - Dharapani | 1,860 | 9-10 hrs | Guesthouse | B L D |
Day 02 | Trek | Dharapani - Chame | 2,600 | 5-6 hrs | Guesthouse | B L D |
Day 03 | Trek | Chame - Pisang | 3,100 | 5-6 hrs | Guesthouse | B L D |
Day 04 | Trek | Pisang - Manang | 3,440 | 5-6 hrs | Guesthouse | B L D |
Day 05 | Hike/rest | Visit - lake and view point | 3,440 | 3-4 hrs | Guesthouse | B L D |
Day 06 | Trek | Manang - Yak Kharka | 4,000 | 4-5 hrs | Guesthouse | B L D |
Day 07 | Trek | Trek - Thorang High Camp | 4,880 | 4-5 hrs | Guesthouse | B L D |
Day 08 | Trek | Trek -Thorang la -Muktinath | 5,416/3,710 | 7-8 hrs | Guest House | B L D |
Day 09 | Drive | Muktinath - Tatopani | 1,190 | 5-6 hrs | Guesthouse | B L D |
Day 10 | Trek | Tatopani - Ghorepani | 2,660 | 7-8 hrs | Guesthouse | B L D |
Day 11 | Trek/drive | Trek poon hill - Biretahti - PKR | 3,210/820 | 8-9 hrs | Hotel | B L |
Day 12 | Drive | Pokhara - Kathmandu | 1,300 | 7-8 hrs | ---- | B |
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Equipment you need to bring
Pair of trek boot, sleeping bag, down jacket, pullovers, neck scarf for evening/night/morning.
Sun hat and casual warm clothes for day.
Some pairs of good quality socks, slippers, suntan lotions, personal medications etc. Click here for more details.
Number of People | Price Per Person |
1 Pax | US$ 1050 |
2 Pax | US$ 760 |
3-5 Pax | US$ 730 |
6-9 Pax | US$ 700 |
10-15 Pax | US$ 670 |
Over 16 Pax | US$ 640 |
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No. of People | Price Per Person |
1 Pax | US$ 1050 |
2 Pax | US$ 760 |
3-5 Pax | US$ 730 |
6-9 Pax | US$ 700 |
10-15 Pax | US$ 670 |
Over 16 Pax | US$ 640 |
14 Days / From: $ 950
20 Days / From: $ 1,100
10 Days / From: $ 550
12 Days / From: $ 800
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