Popularly known as "Around Annapurna' trek this 22-days trek program takes you right round the great Annapurna massif visiting a Tibet-like country on the northern slopes of the Himalaya and then into the dramatic Kali Gandaki gorge - the deepest in the world. The trek begins from Besishahar, which is about 4 hours drive by local bus from Dumre. The trail leads northwest into Marsyangdi river valley following the river upstream into the beautiful Manang valley which is surrounded on all sides by major Himalayan peaks such as Annapurna II (7,937m), Annapurna III (7555m), Annapurna IV (7525m), Gangapurna (7455m), Glacier Dome (7193m) and Tilicho peak (7134m). The people of Manang valley are similar to Tibetans in culture and in dress though their historic origins are unknown. They are known for their shrewd business instincts. The effect of the Himalayan rain shadow is very apparent as lush vegetation of the lower Marsyangdi valley gives way to fields of barley buckwheat and potatoes in Manang. The trail leads higher to cross Thorung La (5416m), the mountain pass that leads into a sharp descent to the spectacular Kali Gandaki gorge. Following the route along the banks of Kali Gandaki passes through spectacular landscape and contrasting villages of ethnic mixes, religions, and climate; thus making the descent an interesting trekking course.
Highlights of the Trekking
Spectacular views of Annapurna, Manaslu, Dhaulagiri ranges, fascinating landscapes of Mustang, Muktinath temple (Hinduism and Buddhism), Manang, Marpha, Braga village, large numbers of monasteries, Kaligandaki gorge etc.
Fact of The Trekking
Destination: Thorong La Pass (5416m.)
Group Size: Min - 1
Minimum altitude: 792m.
Maximum altitude: 5416m.
Grade : Strenuous
Season : Spring & Autumn
Accommodation : Lodge or Tented Camp
Duration : 22 Days
Entry : Khudi
Exit : Pokhara






The
gorge becomes narrower as we cross a cantilever bridge followed by a
suspension bridge. We pass a few small settlements along the route and
Chame, the destination for the day, is one of them. Having traveled
upstream, we observe many changes in the people, architecture and
vegetation. Houses are now built of rocks, the vegetation is less
tropical and the culture more Tibetan-like.
The
trail now leaves the river valley and climbs steadily over lateral
moraine. The pass, marked by a large cairn, is the high point of our
trek. It is an exhilarating geographical feature, dividing 2 mighty
Himalayan valleys. Far below to the west is the Kaligandaki River . We
descend in that direction for the village of Muktinath , located in a
poplar grove. It is a sacred shrine and pilgrimage site for Hindus and
Buddhists.
Today
the trail undulates through giant rhododendron forest and orchid
colonies to the pretty Gurung town of Ghandrung,where the Annapurna
range and Machapuchare (the Fishtail) dominate the mountain views,
although glimpses of Lamjung Himal and the Manaslu range can also be
seen further east. 
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