Short Annapurna circuit trek

Shortest Annapurna Circuit Trek

Trip Duration
8 Days
Trip Grade
Moderate
Max. Altitude
5416 m.
Transportation
Drive
Destination
Annapurna Region Trekking
Meals
Breakfast/Lunch/Dinner
Accomodation
Guest House
Season
Sep/Dec and Mar/May

Trip overview

8 Days Annapurna Circuit Short Trek

The longest Annapurna Circuit Trek is getting shorter after the road reaches Chame. Therefore it is possible to complete the shortest Annapurna Circuit Trek in 8 days.

We always aspire to offer updated and best holiday itineraries to our clients. Therefore, after the start of the road to Chame from Lamjung Besi Sahar, the Short Way Annapurna Circuit Trekking in Nepal is possible within 8 days. Himalaya View Treks is happy to become your trek companion. We will take you to the mystical Himalayas of Nepal around Thorong La Pass and within the diverse alluring Annapurna region of Nepal.

Usually, AC Trek is the longest trekking trail. We sent our travel planners the latest report about the scenario and trail conditions. Therefore, HVT successfully knitted the Annapurna Circuit short Trekking Package in Nepal within 8 days. Trekkers will have to take a bus to Chame and the local sharing jeep to Chame. Shortest Annapurna Circuit trek in 2023, Breakdown cost as per group size. 8 days Thorong La pass Trip Itinerary includes general route and minimum required days.

Shortest Annapurna Circuit Trek – Relish wilderness

Moreover, the walking activity starts from Chame and traverses through various quintessential hamlets. Trekkers will encounter countless mountain vistas like Tilicho, Manaslu, Annapurna III, Gangapurna, Chulu East, Chulu West, Pisang, etc. Trekkers will reach the Manang Village passing by Pisang Village. Acclimatization rest is in Manang. Trekkers will then head to Thorong Phedi via Yak Kharka.

The enthralling day of trekking is during the crossing of Thorong Pass. It is probably the most memorable section of the trip. Trekkers can get an outstanding view of mountains and landscapes. You will encounter the beautiful Lower Mustang area on the other side of the pass. The highlight of the section is the Muktinath Temple. It is the symbol of religious harmony. Moreover, trekkers will be able to understand the great combination of culture and nature in Nepal. Moreover, the Shortest Annapurna Circuit trek Itinerary leads you from Chame after a Jeep ride From Kathmandu. The trek required only 8 days From Kathmandu.

Short Itinerary

Shortest Annapurna Circuit Trek - 8 days Itinerary

Day 01: Drive to Besisahar by bus and then share jeep to Chame  (2715 m 9 hours drive) overnight at tea house.
Day 02: Trekking to Pisang (3132 m 6 hours walking) overnight at tea house.
Day 03: Trekking to Manang (3341 m 5 hours walking) overnight at tea house.
Day 04: Acclimatization day, hike to Ice Lake, Overnight at same tea house.
Day 05: Trekking to Chauri Lather (3720 m 3/4 hours walking) overnight at tea house.
Day 06: Trekking to Thorong Phedi (3900 m 3 hours walking), overnight at tea house.
Day 07: Trek early in the morning from Thorong La Pass (5416 m 8 hours walking) to Muktinath (3900m.) overnight at tea house.
Day 08: Drive down to Pokhara by Local Bus (1169 m) 10 hours drive) overnight at your own hotel in Pokhara.

Included

  • Kathmandu to Chame and Muktinath to Pokhara by Local bus and sharing Jeep
  • All meals (Breakfast, lunch, and dinner) during your Annapurna Circuit Trek
  • ACAP permit and TIM’s card permit
  • Government licensed holder, fluent English Speaking, Familiar HVT guide
  • One assistant guide if Group sizes is more than 10 trekkers)
  • Strong local Porters for Carry trekker’s luggage One porter every 2 trekkers
  • Guide and porter wages including their meals, accommodation, and Salary
  • Staff insurance including medication coverage
  • Equipment for the Company staff
  • Water purification drop or tablets for safe drinking water
  • Seasonal fresh fruits every day during Annapurna Circuit trek
  • Oximeter to measure Pulse and oxygen level
  • Company T-shirt as a Souvenirs, and duffle bag if needed
  • Local government, taxes, including official Service Charge
  • Trip completion Certificate

Not Included

  • Hotel accommodation and meals In Kathmandu and pokhara
  • Personal expense (shopping, snacks, boil bottle water, hot (tea, coffee) and cold drinks, hot shower, alcohol, Wi-Fi, telephone call, battery charge fee during the Annapurna Circuit Trek.
  • Personal clothing and trekking gear
  • Personal travel insurance including evacuation coverage (compulsory) up to 6000m)
  • Additional costs if outside the itinerary
  • All the costs and expenses which are not mentioned in includes list.
  • Tips for guide and porters in end of the treks

Useful Info

Annapurna Circuit Key Highlights:

  • World's most popular High Pass (Thorong La Pass (5416 m))
  • Manang Valley
  • Lower Mustang Region
  • Muktinath Temple
  • Over 2 Dozen Mountain Vistas
  • Oldest Monastery & Thakali/Gurung/Tibetan culture
  • Green Lush Forests, Rivers, Waterfalls & Lakes

Annapurna Circuit Entrance Permit 

Annapurna Area Conservation Project ACAP Permit RS 3000 per person if you are from SAARC country then RS 1000
TIMS – US$ 20 per person if you are from a SAARC country then US$ 10

Equipment for Nepal Trekking

This section is intended to provide information on clothing and equipment requirements for Nepal Trek. It is not intended to be a final and authoritative checklist. For those who would like a more detailed discussion of these issues, we ask you to contact us at singbir@yahoo.com or via WhatsApp at +9779841146306

The following is a list of clothing and accessories that we recommend that you take with you. This is not intended to be a comprehensive clothing and equipment list, rather it is intended to act as a reminder of those items that we feel are essential for your comfort and convenience. However, we recommend that you may have your own personal preferences for clothing which may be equally as suitable.

Footwear: Equipment for Nepal Trek

  1. Walking boots with suitable ankle support that have been worn prior to the trek, and which are waterproof
  2. Trainer or casual shoes, for trekking and/or traveling
  3. Warm socks for colder areas
  4. Gaiters, in case of rain or snow

Legwear

  1. Loose, casual trousers for trekking
  2. Thermal leggings for colder areas
  3. Long skirts for women as an alternative to trousers
  4. Waterproof trousers

Body

  1. Selection of T-shirts, and long-sleeved shirts, preferably not cotton
  2. Thermal shirt for colder areas
  3. Warm shirt, possibly fleece, for colder areas
  4. Fleece jacket or warm wool jumper
  5. Windproof, waterproof outer shell garment for higher altitudes
  6. Down jacket (optional for cold nights & mornings; can be hired in Kathmandu cheaply)

Head / Hands

  1. Wool or fleece hat, or balaclava
  2. Hat or cap for sun protection while trekking
  3. Sunglasses or goggles
  4. Warm gloves

Other Items

  1. Strong rucksack or large hold all to be carried by porters
  2. Day sack to be carried personally
  3. Plastic bags or stuff sacks to store/separate trekking gear inside your main bag
  4. One-liter water bottle
  5. Personal first aid kit to include essential items
  6. Sleeping bag, 4 season
  7. Torch, ideally head torch
  8. Camera and film! – For those not-to-be-forgotten shots of the Himalayas
  9. Toilet items and towel
  10. Large handkerchief/bandana for neck

Optional Items

  1. Binoculars
  2. Books (see Recommended Reading)
  3. Altimeter
  4. Compass
  5. Playing cards/backgammon/chess set

 Acute Mountain Sickness (AMS)

Altitude sickness, often known as Acute Mountain Sickness (AMS) is a particularly important medical consideration while trekking in Nepal. Altitude Mountain sickness means the effect of altitude on those who ascend too rapidly to elevations above 3000 meters. The initial symptoms of AMS are as follows:

  1. Nausea, vomiting
  2. Loss of appetite
  3. Sleeplessness/ Insomnia
  4. Persistent headache
  5. Dizziness, lightheadedness, confusion
  6. Disorientation, drunken gait
  7. Weakness, fatigue, lassitude, heavy legs
  8. Slight swelling of hands and face
  9. Breathlessness and Breathing irregularity
  10. Reduced urine output

These symptoms are to be taken very seriously. In case of an appearance of any of the above symptoms any further ascent should be avoided otherwise more serious, even life-threatening problems can happen. The only cure for Altitude Sickness is to descend to lower elevations immediately. Acclimatization by ascending to no more than 300 to 500 meters per day above 3000 meters, and the proper amount of rest and dehydrations are the best methods for the prevention of AMS.

If you follow the simple advice of your trained guide, you won’t have to worry about complications from mountain sickness. we design our tours to ensure clients are ready for high altitudes and arrange alternative Itineraries for those at risk.

Thanking you we can arrange the best trek without the risk of altitude sickness.

Although trekking in Nepal can be organized throughout the year, September through May is considered to be the best month for trekking. Summer months of the year which coincide with monsoon begin in mid-June and drains in mid-September making travel wet and warm. The mountain views may not be at their best as rain clouds and haze overhang the mountains occasionally obscure the enchanting views. These times are blessed for the keen botanist as the higher valleys and meadows blossom with flowers and lush vegetation. Get the best Nepal Trekking Information with HVT.

During monsoon, it does not mean that it will rain every day. Besides, some of the most frequented trails will not be crowded, and some people like it that way. It can actually be enjoyed in the upper part of the Annapurna circuit around Marfa, Jomsom, and Muktinath as the monsoon does not get in this trans- Himalayan area because they fall into a rain shadow area. Note: – It is recommended to carry insect repellent when trekking during the summer months.

Best Time of The Year

Trekking is possible at any time of the year depending on where you are going. The most popular seasons are spring (February-May) and autumn (September-December). Winter is very cold above 4000m. And high mountain passes may be snowbound, but it is good for trekking at lower altitudes. During the monsoon season (June-August), you can trek in the rain-shadow areas north of the Himalayan like the Mustang, upper Manang, and Dolpo. These places are out of reach of the rain clouds because of the high mountains and are unaffected by the monsoon.

Are You Already in Nepal? Do you Need to Help Booking?

If you are already in Kathmandu or Pokhara and seeking to Hire a guide/porter or tour/trekking packages then you can directly contact an expert via WhatsApp at +9779841146306 Or visit our office:- Himalaya View Treks Kaldhara Marg, Kathmandu 44600, in front of the Kathmandu sport climbing center 1st-floor building.

FAQs

  • Is it hard to do Annapurna Circuit Trek in 8 days?

    Yes, it is possible. Expert planning in designing the itinerary is needed for the successful trekking. Our travel planners have worked very hard during pandemic to shorten the circuit trek. The company invested in private research trek to knit the short itinerary. The itinerary consists of Manang Acclimatization too. Therefore, it avoids the risk of altitude sickness also. Don't worry and follow the instructions of the trekking guide. You will be able to complete the trek in 8 days.

  • What should i do before trekking? My Physical fitness status?

    Annapurna Circuit Trek is relatively easy trekking route except the day of crossing the Thorong La Pass. However, you need to be physically fit. We are challenging to complete the trek in just 8 days. Therefore, one month before the trek, do some gentle walking exercises. Cardio exercises are helpful. For example, do some cycling and long hours of walking/jogging.

  • What are things do i need to do besides preparing the physical fitness level? Eating Habits?

    Please avoid eating greasy food one month prior to the trekking. Avoid drinking beer too. If you really need to drink alcohol, limit to one - two pint. Make sure to do extra jogging or cardio exercises.

  • Do i need Travel Insurance for the Trek?

    Yes, Insurance is highly needed. In fact, it is mandatory. We are directly traveling to Chame which is 2600 m from Kathmandu 1300 m. Therefore, slight difficulty might appear. But the altitude effects start to appear only after 3000 m. Our travel planners prepared this itinerary in such a way that trekkers can avoid the altitude sickness risk. There is road network up to Manang but we will not travel to Manang on vehicle rather we trek after staying in Chame. However, you need to take the insurance as our trekking reaches as high as 5416 m. It is better as well as mandatory to do take the insurance.

  • What is the difficulty level of the trek?

    The trekking is moderate to easy. The only difficulty is while we trek from Phedi to Muktinath crossing the Thorong La pass. We have to cover 1000 m on this day. However, normal route is Yak Kharka to High Camp which make it easier to cross the pass. However, the guide will assess your condition. He/She will decide whether to push for High camp or Phedi. Besides this day, almost every day is easy walking trail.

  • How many hours of walking in a day?

    We will have to walk for about 6-7 hours in a day. Thorong La Pass Crossing day requires more hours which is about 7 - 8 hours.

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Best Porter/Guide EVER! My Guide/Porter was the best!This company provided me with a memorable and successful trekking experience to Annapurna Base Camp all thanks to my Guide/Porter Rahul Tamang. He was funny and communicative and tried to get the best tea lodges for me. He was very understanding and walked at my pace which is slow. He never pushed me and was always patient which I believe was key to my successful accent. Friendships were made on the trip. Every leg of the trek was a different beauty. I highly recommend the Rahul and the company which provided him.
Robar
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Trekking in Himalayas I had an excellent guide, named Prayash T. Rai. A young man who was very competent. We covered EBC, Chola Pass Goyko lakes.
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Best Manaslu Trek Ever! Great company! Responsive, best price, and I finally found a guide who can keep up with me! Simbir was excellent and understanding with the arranging even though my airline lost my bag. I said I wanted to go fast and he set me up with super-powered guide Sobit and we had the most outstanding trek around Manaslu. I usually don’t prefer going with a guide but it’s mandatory nowadays, so if you are like me and want to travel on your own in Nepal, this is the best way to do it. Reach out to Simbir and ask for Sobit!
Kapila C
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Himalayan views We first contacted Simbir somewhere Nov 2022From there onwards it was one stop shopTrustworthy helpfulThank you Simbir Ram our guide excellent chapAnd the strong man Kulkarni I think for carrying our burden
Rory C
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2022-12-05
Best trekking company DB, Sobi and man were the best guide/ porters we could have hoped for. Professional, funny and caring. The whole trip we felt looked after and safe. We are all really going to miss you guys. Thank you for a once in a life time trip. I could not recommend this company highly enough
Shane C
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Everest Base Camp from Shivalaya Big thanks to Simbir for organising our big walk at short notice. eCommunication excellent before we arrived in Nepal. Despite long delays at the airport he and the team were there to meet us and brief at hotel. The plan was long walk in to EBC, then Kala Pattar and Island Peak. Simbir arranged for us to be guided by DB, a very experienced and competent registered guide and for portering by Man. Both excellent. The walk, scenery and company on the way were fantastic.I contracted a respiratory infection and subsequently altitude sickness. Simbir and DB spotted the difficulties quickly and made complex arrangements for evacuation and hospitalisation. Thank you. They also ensured my companion was accommodated comfortably in Kathmandu. I would highly recommend this company for their competence and experience. When we return to see more of Nepal, we'll be in touch. Thanks Simbir, DB and Man.
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Wonderful hike Wonderful hike with my guide Rahul. Thankful for his company.All permits are arrange by Mr Simbir. Highly recommend. Thanks.

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Simbir Thanks for organising our trek and accomodation And all the help you provided us throughout our stay Ram thanks for guiding us and for you patience And the Iron man. ( forgot his name) for carrying our load We will be back
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Himalaya View Treks exceeded my expectations. My guide, Ram Gurung did a great job leading us EBC. The 2 week EBC trek was a success. The itinerary was smooth with lodging, food, and guiding. I recommend Mr. Simbir & Himalayan View Treks for your time in Nepal.
karel david
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2022-04-20
Mr. Simbir from Himalaya View provided us (me 63 and my wife 61) a porter cum guide from Lukla on the EBC trek in March and April 2022. We successfully completed the trek, everything went without the slightest problems, the negotiations were simple and the agency absolutely reliable . Our porter cum guide Yuba Raj carried our 15 kg backpack, reliably guided us through the entire two-week trek and solved all our worries with accommodation, meals and itinerary. We became very fond of Yuba.Highly recommended.
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2022-03-30
It was awesome experience with Himalaya view Treks, when we travelled to Nepal for Trekking to EBC and next year Annapurna Circuit. Porter cum guide provided both time was talented as well as good nature. Mr. Singbir is such a good and jolly guide who helped us at kathmandu apart from trekking also. We will always use his Himalaya View Treks services for any future treks in Nepal.
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Great company in Nepal. Thanks
Ritika Batra
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Everything was great with Himalaya View Treks (Simbir ji) and we would gladly choose his company again. We had hired Dewan ji as our Porter-cum-guide from Lukla for our EBC trek and we had an excellent 12 days with him and enjoyed our trek thoroughly. He was very competent and caring and we also made him practice his Hindi a lot ;) Made friends with both of them and this trek was surely a memorable experience. We gladly recommend them to anyone without a doubt :) Thank you Simbir ji and Dewan ji for everything :)
La Volteta
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2019-11-11
Great company who offers the possibility of hiring a porter guide, who is a figure between a porter and a guide, a very good option if you are traveling on a budget! Our guide (Iman) was excellent, very professional, flexible with the route and managed everyday to get accommodation even if we were in high season. Communication before the trek was also good via whats app, they did all permits for us and we picked them up at our arrival. We would highly recommend this company!

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