Annapurna Circuit

A classic trek along ancient trade routes around the Annapurna Massif.

This three-week trek takes you around the entire Annapurna massif along ancient trade routes. We pass close to Manaslu on our way to the Tibetan Buddhist village Manang on the northern slopes of the Annapurnas. The high point of the trek, Thorung La (5416 m), is crossed after about 10 days of trekking. Across the pass we enter Gandaki Valley with the colorful temple and the shrines of Muktinath, an important pilgrimage place for both Hindus and Buddhists. Further down the valley we pass the Kali Gandaki gorge at 2200 m. With Annapurna I (8091 m) on one side and Dhaulagiri (8167 m) on the other, only 38 km apart, this is the deepest gorge in the world. After soaking in the hot springs of Tatopani we enjoy the famous views from Poon Hill before returning to Phokara.