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Thorung La Trek (Annapurna Circuit)

Thurong La trek is a shorter version of the classic Annapurna Circuit trek on the north eastern slopes of the Annapurna region. Annapurna circuit once the classic trek in the Annapurna region has been badly effected due to the ongoing road project in the various part of the trail thus disturbing its beautiness. Because of this we have redesigned the program by keeping only the best part of the trail which has been left uneffected. In reality this shorter version of the trek is the cream of the famous Annapurna circuit trek.

Annapurna Circuit Trek trek starts with a drive of around 6 hours from Kathmandu to Besishar on a paved road then after it goes on a rough toad till Jagat for around 2 hours. From here the trek trail starts taking you through a typical hill country inhabited by Gurung to Tibet like country on the northern slopes of the Himalaya. Highlight of this trek is crossing of Thurong La pass which is 5,416 m it is hard and thrilling but rewards you with some magnificent views of the Himalayas. We will end this trip with a visit to Muktinath which is an important holy site for both Hindus and Buddhists.

In short we can sum this trail up as a classical one since it provides all the delights which Annapurna has to offer - the different cultures of the different tribes residing in this area, fantastic landscape, great mountain views and last but not the least the exhilarating experience of crossing the 5,416m high Thorung La Pass.

In case if one prefers to do the full Annapurna circuit please advise we can always organize it.

Trip Departure Dates

October 02nd-17th 2011

November 02nd-17th 2011

March 15th - 30th 2012

April 17th - May 02nd 2012

Notes : The departure schedule sometimes can change due to unavoidable circumstances such as weather hazards, natural changes of walking track, road slides, avalanches and public strikes.

Thorung La Trek Fact File

Area : Annapurna Region

Duration : 16 Days

Treks & Travel : 11 Days Trek & 05 days traveling and tours

Difficulties : Moderate/Demanding***

Max. Elevation : 5416 m

Season : October/November, March/April

Style : Lodge

Price : US $ 1,250.- net per person basis 2 participants

Thorung La Trek Brief Program

Day Trek
Day
Destination   Comments Alt. AWHPD
01 Kathmandu Arrival and txfr to Htl 1,300 m
02 Kathmandu(B) Free day for ss tour of Swayambunath, Pashupatinath and Bhaktapur
03  01 Jagat(B+L+D) Drive 9 hrs 1,250 m  9 hrs
04  02 Dharapani(B+L+D) Trek 1,920 m  6 hrs
05  03 Chame(B+L+D) Trek 2,630 m  6 hrs
06  04 Pisang(B+L+D) Trek 3,190 m  5 hrs
07  05 Bryaga(B+L+D) Trek 3,500 m  6 hrs
08  06 Bryaga(B+L+D) Acclimatization day and exploration
09 07 Yak Kharka(B+L+D) Trek 4,090 m 4 hrs.
10 08 Thorung Phedi(B+L+D) Trek 4,420 m  4 hrs
11 09 Muktinath(B+L+D) Cross Thorung La 5,416 m 3,800 m 08 hrs
12 10 Kagbeni(B+L+D) Trek 2,810 m  3 hrs
13 11 Jomsom(B+L+D) Trek 2,665 m  3 hrs
14 12 Kathmandu(B+L+D) Fly to Kathmandu via Pokhara 1,300 m 25 m+ 25m
15 13 Kathmandu(B) Free day 1,300 m
16 Departure(B) Transfer to the airport
B = Breakfast, L = Lunch, D = Dinner, AWHP: Average walking hour per day

Trip Cost Includes

  • 04 nights twin sharing accommodation at one of the medium class hotel in Kathmandu on BB basis

  • 11 nights/12 days Thorung La trek with Crew & porter support, simple accommodation on twin sharing basis; breakfast, lunch and dinner, conservation park fee, TIM's card.
  • Sightseeing tour of Swayambunath, Pashupatinath and Bhaktapur with local English speaking guide, private transportation and entrance fee during the sightseeing tour.
  • Private transportation from Kathmandu/Besisahar then local jeep to Jagat
  • Flight JOM/PKR/KTM

  • Water proof duffle bag
  • Insurance & Equipments for staff and porters

  • All arrival/departure transfers

Trip Cost Excludes

  • Nepal Visa which can be obtained at Tribhuvan International Airport upon payment of US $ 40.- with two passport size photographs(www.immi.gov.np)
  • Meals(Lunch and dinner)during your stay in Kathmandu
  • Your personal gears for the trip i.e. sleeping bags, trekking gears, personal medicines, Insurance etc
  • Airport taxes etc
  • Insurance - it is important to have an insurance coverage along with helicopter rescue for this trip
  • Any extra cost incurred in case of delay or cancellation of flight, any political turmoil, natural disaster,sickness and public strikes
  • Entrance fee for visiting monasteries during trek