This adventurous and scenic journey offers a great panorama of the world’s highest peaks with close-up views of Annapurna I (8,091m / 26,545ft) Annapurna South (7,219m-23,693ft), Gangapurna (7,455m-24,457ft), and Annapurna III (7,555m-24,787ft) Lamjung Himal 6,931 m and towards east worlds 8th highest Mt. Manaslu 8,163 m, Pisang peak 6,091m, Chulu East 6,584 m, Chulu West 6,419m and the massive range of world’s 7th highest
Mt. Dhaulagiri is 8,167 meters with adjoining Nilgiris, Tukuche peaks, and Vara Shikar / Annapurna Fang with Mt. Machhapuchhre ‘Fish-Tail’ 6,997 m.
Annapurna Circuit trek begins from Lamjung unto the high valley of Manang area and then completed at the picturesque and most scenic place at Pokhara valley, the main touristic spot around the whole Himalaya region, with crystal clear lakes where it catches the reflection of Annapurna Mountains on its serene Lake Phewa and Begnas.
This 12 day Annapurna circuit is one of the most famous trek among various trekkers all over the world as it includes ice lake as well. This Budget Trek takes you on an incredible adventure through a variety of breathtaking locations that will excite nature lovers and photographers. The walking path winds through deep green valleys, rice field steps, calm forests, and open high mountain areas, with vistas as picturesque as postcards around every curve. Along the route, you’ll pass through a variety of environments, including warm forest sections, stony mountain paths, glacial locations, and swinging bridges. The Himalayan mountains are always in the background, and as the weather varies throughout the day, each leg of the trip feels unique and varied.
In this trek trekkers are able to see various mystical giants up close giving them wonderful experience . This mystical giants includes the Mount Annapurna (8,091 m), Mount Annapurna II (7,937 m), Mount Annapurna III (7,555 m), Mount Annapurna IV (7,525 m), Mount Dhaulagiri (8,167 m), Mount Machapuchare (6,993 m) also known as Fishtail, Mount Manaslu (8,163 m),Mount Gangapurna (7,455 m), Tilicho Peak (7,134 m) and Pisang Peak (6,091 m) with their white snow tops shining under bright blue skies. The Ice Lake is especially wonderful, giving you wide, open views of these massive mountains. While walking, you’ll also get to know the local Gurung and Thakali people’s culture, visiting their traditional villages with colorful prayer flags and very old monasteries. The friendly local people, their strong stone houses, and yaks eating grass show you how people live in these mountain areas.
The hardest but most thrilling part of the Annapurna Circuit is crossing Thorong La Pass at 5,416 meters, the highest point of the entire trek. When you reach the summit, you will be rewarded with breathtaking views and a sense of accomplishment. Before getting to the pass, you’ll visit calm Manang Valley, which sits between tall mountains and has small villages with Tibetan-style culture and quiet glacier lakes. Another important place is Muktinath Temple, a holy spot for both Hindus and Buddhists that has 108 special water spouts and a natural fire that never goes out, giving walkers a quiet place to think.
After the pass, the trip goes on to Jomsom, a town known for its strong winds, many apple trees, and rough, beautiful land – it’s also the entrance to the Upper Mustang area. Then you’ll come to Yak Kharka, a peaceful high mountain field where yaks eat grass with snowy peaks behind them, which is a good place to rest and get used to the high altitude. The trek finishes in Pokhara, a lively city by a lake where you can enjoy Phewa Lake, busy markets, and more amazing views of Annapurna mountains – a nice change after the wild mountain paths. The Annapurna Circuit with Ice Lake trek, with its wonderful nature, interesting cultures, and physical challenges, is still one of Nepal’s most amazing trips that you’ll remember forever.
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