Alternative Trek for Annapurna Circuit

After Annapurna circuit loose its original route due to the development of the roads this new trek appear in the map of annapurna region . this is still in promotional phase

and most likely to be the one of the best alternative for annapurnas , one can start it from Tal and pass through the beautiful Nar Phu, glaciers , valley , lake and many more .

Best time to go: Late Spring (Late April/ May) to Autumn (October) Entry: Tal / Bus from Kathmandu to Besishahar, Jeep from Besishahar. Exit: Jomsom / Flight to Pokhara; Bus to Pokhara/Kathmandu.

HIGHLIGHTS

Seven High Passes. Kuchumro Pass 4900m, Yarcha Pass 4834m, Meta Pass 4635m, Phu Pass 5043m, Naar Pass 5390m, Kangla 5300m, Thorung La 5416m.
Stay away from the crowd and the road, and get a birds eye view from alpine meadows throughout the trek.
Explore the Hidden Valley of Naar-Phu.

QUICK FACTS
Difficulty Level  :Hard
Total Length : 177 Km
Highest Altitude :5,416 Meters
Start location :Tal (1,665m)
Finish location :Jomsom (2,740m)
Permits :ACAP Permit,TIMS Permit,Naar-Phu Restricted Area Permit
Best Season :April-November

Trail Condition: The trails are not marked for a long section of the trail and an expert guide who has been there before is necessary. Expect Snow and Scree. Crampons/Microspikes are highly recommended.

Accommodation: Lodges are available for most of the trek. However, from Day 4 to Day 7 of the trek, trekkers have to carry their own camping gear and food. Most of the lodges on this route, however, are pretty basic. Homestays are available in Nache and Tachai.

Risks: Unmarked trails, high passes, and lack of human habitation (for 4 days) make this trek a challenging one. Hence, it is very important to be super-prepared for this trek. Specifically, a guide who has been there before, a good tent, previous exposure to strenuous treks, and a steady mind will be very important for this trek.

Route Variation: It is possible to skip the crowded trails leading to Thorung La and exit the trek in Ngawal. It is also possible to skip the Thorung La and take the Mesokanto Pass close to Tilicho Lake to Mustang.

Outline Itinerary:

Day 01: Arrival in Kathmandu (1,400m/4,592ft altitude) and transfer to Hotel.
Accommodation: Hotel or Resort as per your request.
Meal includes: Breakfast. 

Day 02: Guided tour around world’s Heritage sites of Kathmandu
Accommodation: Hotel/Resort
Meal includes: Breakfast

Day 03: Drive to Tal via Besi Sahar (A full day drive)
Accommodation: Tea House available
Meal includes: Full Board – Dinner, Breakfast, & Lunch

Day 04: Trek from Tal to Tilje (2300m/7544ft altitude) (6-7 Hrs Walk)
Accommodation: Tea House available
Meal includes: Full Board – Dinner, Breakfast, & Lunch

Day 05: Trek from Tilje to Tachai (2340m/7675ft altitude) (5-6 Hrs Walk)
Accommodation: Tea House available
Meal includes: Full Board – Dinner, Breakfast, & Lunch

Day 06: Trek from Tachai to Shongle (3360m/11020ft altitude) (7-8 Hrs walk)
Accommodation: Tea House lodges are not available – Tented Camp
Meal includes: Full Board – Dinner, Breakfast, & Lunch

Day 07: Trek from Shongle to Kuchumro Phedi (4217m/13831ft altitude) (4-5 Hrs Walk)
Accommodation: Tea House lodges are not available – Tented Camp
Meal includes: Full Board – Dinner, Breakfast, & Lunch

Day 08: Trek to Namakyu (4445m/14579ft altitude) Vai Kuchumro Pass and Yarcha Pass (9-10 Hrs walk)
Accommodation: Tea House lodges are not available – Tented Camp
Meal includes: Full Board – Dinner, Breakfast, & Lunch

Day 09: Trek to Meta (4204m/13789ft altitude) via Meta Pass (4635m/15202ft altitude) (7-8 Hrs walk)
Accommodation: Tea House lodges are not available – Tented Camp
Meal includes: Full Board – Dinner, Breakfast, & Lunch

Day 10: Trek to Phu (4204m/13789ft altitude) (8-9 Hrs Walk)
Accommodation: Tea House available
Meal includes: Full Board – Dinner, Breakfast, & Lunch

Day 11: Trek to Loang (4680m/15350ft altitude) via Phu Pass (5200m/17056ft altitude) (7-8 Hrs Walk)
Accommodation: Tea House lodges are not available – Tented Camp
Meal includes: Full Board – Dinner, Breakfast, & Lunch

Day 12: Trek to Chekchu (4410m/14464ft altitude) via Nar Pass (5400m/17712ft altitude) (6-7 Hrs Walk)
Accommodation: Tea House lodges are not available – Tented Camp
Meal includes: Full Board – Dinner, Breakfast, & Lunch

Day 13: Trek to Nar Village (4110m/13480ft altitude) (5-6 Hrs Walk)
Accommodation: Tea House available
Meal includes: Full Board – Dinner, Breakfast, & Lunch

Day 14: Trek to Kangla Phedi (4530m/14858ft alittude) (3-4 Hrs Walk)
Accommodation: Tea House lodges are not available – Tented Camp
Meal includes: Full Board – Dinner, Breakfast, & Lunch

Day 15: Trek to Ngawal (3360m/11020ft altitude) via Kangla Pass (5350m/17548ft altitude) (6-7 Hrs Walk)
Accommodation: Tea House available
Meal includes: Full Board – Dinner, Breakfast, & Lunch

Day 16: Rest Day in Ngawal
Accommodation: Tea House available
Meal includes: Full Board – Dinner, Breakfast, & Lunch

Day 17: Trek to Manang (3,551m/11,647ft altitude) (4-5 Hrs walk)
Accommodation: Tea House available
Meal includes: Full Board – Dinner, Breakfast, & Lunch

Day 18: Trek from Manang to Yak Kharka (4,110m/13,484ft altitude) (3-4 Hrs walk)
Accommodation: Tea House available
Meal includes: Full Board – Dinner, Breakfast, & Lunch

Day 19: Trek from Yak Kharka to Thorong Phedi (4,600m/15,092ft altitude) (3-4 Hrs walk)
Accommodation: Tea House available
Meal includes: Full Board – Dinner, Breakfast, & Lunch

Day 20: Trek to Muktinath (3,800m/12,467ft altitude) via Thorang La Pass (5,416m/17,764ft altitude) (7-8 Hrs walk)
Accommodation: Tea House available
Meal includes: Full Board – Dinner, Breakfast, & Lunch

Day 21: Trek from Muktinath to Jomsom (2,730m/8,954ft altitude) (3-4 Hrs walk)
Accommodation: Tea House available
Meal includes: Full Board – Dinner, Breakfast, & Lunch

Day 22: Fly to Pokhara. Sightseeing, boating or free for any other personal activities
Accommodation: Hotel/Resort
Meal includes: Breakfast

Day 23: Drive from Pokhara to Kathmandu
Accommodation: Hotel/Resort
Meal includes: Breakfast & Farewell Dinner

Day 24: Farewell, departure transfer to Tribhuwan International Airport.
Meal includes: Breakfast

For any inquiry regardng the package plz contact to Good Karma Trekking.