If you are a trekking enthusiast, then you must have heard about the Annapurna Circuit Trek or even been on the trail. However, did you know that this trek even has a short version? Yes, now you can go for the short Annapurna Circuit Trek, which only takes 8 days to complete. This is the perfect trail for anyone with limited days but who wants to explore the wilderness of the Himalayas. We take you through the New Annapurna Trekking Trails.
The short Annapurna Circuit Trek is one of the most hyped trekking route packages in the Annapurna region. Trekkers with less time but high enthusiasm to explore the Himalayas book this package. Within just 8 days, the short Annapurna Circuit Trek offers such admirable adventure, views, and spectacular experiences. Moreover, it is also a perfect way to escape the everyday chaos by embracing the vistas of sky-high mountains.
If you seek adventure and are an adrenaline-rush enthusiast, just go for the Short Annapurna Circuit Trek for the best experience. Our journey starts with a drive from Kathmandu to Chame that advances via Besisahar. From Besisahar the guides lead you on a walking trail that extends to the Thorong La Pass. This pass is located at an altitude of 5416 meters above sea level. As this is the shorter version of the classic Annapurna Circuit Trek, the entire short Annapurna Circuit Trek only has one acclimatization day in Manang. So, the journey might be a little hassling and more adventurous.
Ascending through several flora and fauna, landscapes, villages, waterfalls, streams, and suspension bridges, while being accompanied by magnificent mountain views, the trekkers get the experience of a lifetime. Moreover, you can also learn so much more about living in that region. You can meet Gurung, Magar, Thakali, Tamang, Brahmin, and Chhetri people in this trekking region. If you go for the short Annapurna Circuit Trek in the festive season, you can also become a part of the celebrations.
As we keep walking on the short Annapurna Circuit Trekking route, we pass through multiple beautiful settlements. From Chame to Pisang, Pisang to Manang, Manang to Yak Kharka, Yak Kharka to Thorong Phedi, and finally from Thorong Phedi to Thorong La Pass, this is how the Short Annapurna Circuit Trekking itinerary goes. Let's get to know more about the short Annapurna Circuit Trekking package with Global Adventure Trekking.
The Global Adventure Trekking team has been operating as a highly trusted and long-running trekking agency in Nepal. We have helped a lot of trekkers and travel enthusiasts explore different parts of Nepal and Tibet for 28 years. Throughout these years, Global Adventure Trekking has also received amazing reviews and ratings from trekkers and travelers. One of these trekking routes is the Short Annapurna Circuit Trek, which has also gained hype among both national and international trekkers.
Besides, here are why trekkers must choose Global Adventure Trekking for theShort Annapurna Base Camp Trek:
Did you know that every trekking route requires different permits that need to be obtained by the trekkers? The same goes for this short Annapurna Circuit Trek. Here are the permits required for the 8-day Short Annapurna Circuit Trekking journey:
The TIMS is not required for Nepali trekkers, but any international trekkers booking any trekking packages in Nepal must obtain these two permits. However, with the Global Adventure Trekking team, you will not have any hassle in obtaining these permits. That is because our team will arrange the permits for the Short Annapurna Circuit Trek after you confirm your booking.
Before you begin the Annapurna Circuit Trek, we recommend that you familiarize yourself with the route and map. If you understand the 8-Day Short Annapurna Circuit Trek route and map, your journey becomes more navigable. Moreover, you can also take a sneak peek at the opportunities and obstacles that might come during the ascent.
Besides, talking about the Short Annapurna Circuit Trekking Map, please check the image posted below. This is the starting to ending map of the 8-Day Annapurna Circuit Trek, which showcases all the major and significant checkpoints.
The 8-Day Annapurna Circuit Trek is the short yet adventurous version of the classic Annapurna Short Trekking package. You will get to enjoy the same features, views, settlements, and adventures but the only difference is the number of days in the itinerary. Besides being a short trekking trail, there is so much that the trekkers can expect while walking on this trekking route. Let us give you an even better idea about what to expect from the Short Annapurna Circuit Trekking package or journey:
If you want to travel to the Himalayas of Nepal, we recommend you be very clear about which season or time of the year you choose. For example, the Spring and Autumn seasons are considered as the best time to ascend on any trail, including the short Annapurna Circuit Trek. With no doubt, the weather conditions, clear skies, and beautiful scenery offered by these seasons are adequate for the short Annapurna Circuit Trekking ascend.
Autumn season falls at the end of September and November, whereas spring season can be experienced in March until May in Nepal. If you go for the short Annapurna Circuit Trek in any of these two seasons, you will certainly get the best of experience. Whether it be for proper food or accommodation or the ease of walking, the spring and autumn seasons make a perfect time to ascend on the 8-Day Annapurna Circuit Trek.
However, if you want some thrills and chills, you can also book the 8-Day Annapurna Circuit Trek during the winter season. Although the route will be challenging, it will be the perfect time for people who love thrills and adventures. Moreover, almost all the hotels and lodges also remain closed in the winter season. So, trekkers need to face many difficulties with food and accommodation, along with the challenge of ascending an icy and rugged trail.
The short Annapurna Circuit Trek journey is categorized as a strenuous trekking route in the Himalayas of Nepal. Due to the steep ascend, rugged trails, and underdeveloped route, the Annapurna Circuit Trekking journey can be difficult and strenuous. As we ascend higher and higher and cross an altitude above 3000 meters, altitude sickness adds even more difficulties. We recommend trekkers prepare very well and pack their bags smartly because the difficulty level of the Short Annapurna Circuit Trek depends highly on the way you prepare for the journey.
At a higher altitude, you might face difficulties as the climate will be extremely cold (even below 0 degrees Celsius). If you do not keep a slow and consistent pace right from the starting point of the trek, you will face difficulties in the higher altitudes for sure. Therefore, make sure to prepare very properly and pack smartly before embarking on the short Annapurna Circuit Trek (8 Days).
Global Adventure Trekking arranges the best transportation facilities during the short Annapurna Circuit Trek to make travelling easy for the trekkers. The trekkers will drive from Kathmandu to Besisahar by a comfortable tourist bus with huge leg space. From Besisahar, you will travel by a sharing jeep. Remember that both the bus and the jeep are well-maintained, safety-checked, and safe to travel. Moreover, we also make sure that the drivers are well-trained and professionally licensed.
Due to all of these reasons, Global Adventure Trekking ensures a safe and well-managed transportation facility during the short Annapurna Circuit Trekking Package. Even while returning from Mustang to Pokhara to end the package, we arrange a comfortable jeep. Moreover, you can also expect proper breaks and lunch during the drive.
As we have mentioned in the difficulty section, the short Annapurna Circuit Trek is a strenuous trekking trail in the Annapurna region. Trekkers must be very careful while preparing for this ascend. The way you prepare also determines how difficult the entire Annapurna Circuit Trek journey is. Here are a few of the most crucial ways to prepare for the 8 Days Annapurna Circuit Trek:
Food and Accommodation are two of the most crucial factors to make the 8-Day Annapurna Circuit Trek successful and comparatively easy. Therefore, the Global Adventure Trekking team makes sure to arrange the best food and accommodation during the short Annapurna Circuit Trekking Package.You can expect to get healthy, hygienic, and safety-checked food in all the hotels and lodges throughout the route. Moreover, you can also let us know if you have any food preferences so that we can arrange the same dishes and cuisines.
Talking about the accommodation facilities, the Global Adventure Trekking team arranges clean, safe, and cozy rooms throughout the 8-Day Annapurna Circuit Trek. You can expect the hotel or lodges to provide warm and cozy rooms, comfortable and warm beds, and all the other facilities, including WiFi, internet, and mobile charging spots. Moreover, all the hotels and lodges also have a generous and welcoming team who will take care of all the needs and necessities of the trekkers.
Other than food and accommodation, trekkers also need many other facilities while covering the short Annapurna Circuit Trekking package. These facilities include WiFi, electricity, and mobile charging spots. We know that the trekkers need to connect with their loved ones back in their homes, waiting for them to complete the short Annapurna Circuit Trek. All the hotels, tea houses, and lodges right from the starting point of the trek to the highest point of the Annapurna Circuit Trek, offer these services.
However, one thing that the trekkers must remember or know is that in higher altitudes, the guest houses and lodges might charge an extra amount for these services. Therefore, we recommend trekkers carry extra cash along with them while ascending the short Annapurna Circuit Trek journey.
Altitude Sickness is certainly the most important thing to be aware of while ascending on the short Annapurna Circuit route. As we ascend to an altitude above 3000 meters, the oxygen level decreases and the air gets thinner. Due to these reasons, the trekkers can face health issues like nausea, vomiting, headache, lack of appetite, etc. However, in these situations, we recommend the trekkers to talk to the guides and share their problems. If you do so, the Global Adventure Trekking team can arrange safety and security for the trekkers. Moreover, we can also arrange emergency evacuation facilities if the condition is very poor.
Besides, there are also several ways to stay safe from the problems or issues of altitude sickness, and they are listed below:
Packing for the 8-Day Annapurna Circuit Trek is one of the most crucial parts of making it successful. Trekkers must be very careful and smart while packing the backpack for this trek because of its technicality and difficulty. Remember to include all the necessary items, gear, clothes, and documents. If you pay proper attention to packing, the Annapurna Circuit Short Trek becomes way easier and more comfortable.
Here are some of the major things to pack during the short Annapurna Circuit Trek:
Now that you have read the entire package and understood the itinerary, its time to book the short Annapurna Circuit Trekking package with GAT. For that, we have prepared the easiest and most efficient user interface. All you need to do is scroll to the top of the package and click on the BOOK THIS TRIP. After that, as you make 10% of the advanced payment, the booking is done.
Besides, if you have any queries or questions about the short Annapurna Circuit Trek or even our services, you can connect with us on WhatsApp and Viber at +977 9841527688 (Rajan Dahal). Moreover, Global Adventure Trekking also regularly stays active on social media platforms. So, you can connect from there as well. Remember that, regardless of the package you choose or the place you want to go in the Himalayas, Global Adventure Trekking arranges the best itineraries and ensures a safe and secure journey.
The major significance of the 8 Day Shirt Annapurna Circuit Trek is that it is a shorter and more thrilling version of the classic Annapurna Circuit Trek. Besides, this trekking route also offers the trekkers an opportunity to immerse into the wilderness of the Annapurna Trekking region.
The average walking hours for the short Annapurna Circuit Trek is about 5 to 6 hours every day.
The highest point of the short Annapurna Circuit Trek is the Thorong La Pass, one of the highest mountain passes located at an altitude of 5416 meters.
Yes, as we need to ascend to the altitude of 5416 meters and there is only one acclimatisation day throughout the entire package, the short Annapurna Circuit Trek is considered one of the most difficult trekking packages in our listing.
As per the experts' advice, the best time to go for the short Annapurna Circuit Trek is either in the spring season (March to May) or the autumn season (mid of September to November). During theses seasons, the weather is very clear and the climatic condition are in the favor of the trekkers.
Yes, the trekkers must hire a seasoned, professional, and government-licensed guide for the short Annapurna Circuit Trek (8 Days).
You need to obtain two different permits for the short Annapurna Circuit Trek and they are:
Yes, as the short Annapurna Circuit Trek route ascends up to the altitude of 5416 meters, the risk of altitude sickness is significance, Therefore, we recommend the trekkers to be very careful about the factors inviting altitude sickness.
Global Adventure Trekking arranges comfortable, hygienic, and clean hotels and lodges during the Annapurna Circuit Short Trek. Moreover, you can also expect to get three times fulfilling, delicious, and hygienic meals (breakfast, lunch, and dinner).
Yes, our guides will carry a first aid kit for emergency health facilities. However, if the condition is crucial, we will arrange an emergency evacuation to the hospital in Kathmandu.
All the transportation during the short Annapurna Circuit Trekking package with GAT is done via road. Therefore, we make sure to arrange a safe and well-checked tourist bus to drive from Kathmandu to Besisahar and then a shared jeep to go from Besisahar to Chame. On your return, GAT also arranges a jeep.
If you choose Global Adventure Trekking, you will go for the trekking journey with over 25 years of expertise. Moreover, we also offer highly talented guides with well-planned and crucially thought itinerary for the trekking route.
Our journey to the short Annapurna Circuit Trek (8 Days) begins with a drive from Kathmandu to Chame in a comfortable tourist bus. Before reaching Chame, we also go past a beautiful settlement in the Gandaki Province of Nepal. The distance between Kathmandu and Chame is about 200 kilometers and it takes about 10 to 12 hours for us to reach there. The representatives from Global Adventure Trekking pick you up from your hotel and take you on the drive.
We pass through several rivers, waterfalls, and settlements via the Kathmandu-Pokhara highway. We take a right turn from a place named Dumre which leads us to Besisahar. The road is well-paved and continues along the Marsyangdi River corridor. As we reach Besisahar, we will take a short break. Moreover, the drive from Besisahar to Chame will be done in a shared local jeep. Also, remember that the route leading from Besisahar to Chame is difficult as we need to go along the off-road path.
The Global Adventure Trekking team will arrange dinner and overnight stay in a hotel or lodge in Chame.
The second day marks the beginning of the walking journey in the short Annapurna Circuit Trekking map as we ascend from Chame to Pisang. As the trekkers have their breakfast in the hotel, the guides lead them on a route with exquisite views of Lamjung Himal (6893 meters). As we walk a few kilometers, the route passes through a huge apple orchard. A little more to walk and then the route mixes into a valley that rises drastically before reaching a settlement named Bhratang (2950 meters).
From Bhratang, the short Annapurna Circuit Trekking trail takes a different trail as we pass through a wooden bridge and enter a narrow and sloping route. Remember that, we need to walk for about 6 to 7 hours to cover the total distance of 15 to 18 kilometers between Chame and Pisang. Throughout the day, the trekkers find themselves passing through multiple pine forests, crossing several bridges over different rivers, and playing hide and seek with the mountains.
However, as you reach Pisang, you will notice that it is a small yet beautiful village, settled by traditional houses and distinguished by a long Mani Wall. Take your time to explore the village and interact with the locals before having dinner and sleeping for the night.
Let us tell you that, ascending on the Short Annapurna Circuit Trekking route is just like video games. Do you want to know why? That's because just like in video games, every day is a new mission for the trekkers during this ascend. So, on today's mission, we have the route from Pisang to Manang. For the trekkers who do research and watch other trekking vlogs, Manang shall not be a new name.
We begin the trek from Pisang to Manang after you have your breakfast in the hotel. As we leave the hotel in Pisang, the route takes a steep ascend showcasing the real beauty of the Manang Valley and the Tilicho Peak (7145 meters). Within a few hours of walking, we reached a place named Humde, located at an altitude of 3320 meters above sea level. As the trekkers will ascend above 3000 meters today, we suggest everyone be aware of the possibility of altitude sickness.
After covering 117 kilometers and walking for more than 6 hours, we finally reached Manang, a beautiful village located in the valley of Marsyangdi River. As you reach this place, you can find yourself in the village surrounded by different peaks including the Chulu East Peak (6584 meters). Moreover, you will also see some agriculture and herding of yaks. Other than that, the place consists of traditionally settled by Gurung and Ghales.
As we have ascended up to the altitude of 3440 meters above sea level and are in one of the most beautiful places in the entire route, here we take a break. Yes, in the 8-Day Annapurna Circuit Trek package, the Global Adventure Trekking team manages an acclimatisation day in Manang. Remember that acclimatisation is very important in any type of adventurous journey like the short trek on the Annapurna Circuit. However, a rest day does not mean that we will stay idle for the entire day. Instead, our guides will take you on a quick stroll around the town and also take you on day hikes.
During the day, you will also cross the Marshyangdi River and get the mesmerising view of the icefall from the Annapurna. Moreover, the journey on this day also takes us on a hike far beyond the village to take in a comprehensive view of both the Annapurna range and the Manang Valley.
Dinner and Overnight stay will be arranged by Global Adventure Trekking in a hotel or lodge in Manang.
On the fifth day, the trekkers will ascend even higher to another amazing settlement named Yak Kharka. Yak Kharka, basically means the place where Yaks graze and it is located at an altitude of 4050 meters above sea level. The distance between Manang to Yak Kharka is about 10 kilometers and it takes an average trekker about 5 hours to complete this section of the short Annapurna Circuit Trek.
As the trekkers have their breakfast, we move towards a trail across Gunsang (3960 meters). Also, remember that throughout this section of the 8-Day Annapurna Circuit Trek, the majestic mountain views accompany you. We recommend the trekkers stay highly aware of altitude sickness because we will be higher in altitude. By the evening, the trekkers will return to the hotel for dinner and an overnight stay.
On the sixth day, you will have breakfast in Yak Kharka and then leave the place to reach another destination. As we walk for 5 hours and cover a total distance of 8 kilometers, we finally reach Thorong Phedi. This place is also known as the high camp as it is the last stop before ascending to the Thorong La Pass.
We begin this section of the short Annapurna Circuit Trek with a moderate climb to a mountaintop and then head down towards the headwaters of Marsyangdi River. From there, we ascend towards a narrow trail before descending to Thorong Phedi. This is a beautiful place at an altitude of 4925 meters above sea level. If lucky enough, trekkers can also enjoy playing with snow in this destination. Explore the nearby area and interact with the locals before having dinner and spending the night.
Today is the last day for the trekkers to walk on the short Annapurna Circuit Trekking trail. On this day, we leave Thorong Phedi after having a fulfilling breakfast. This section of the 8-Day Annapurna Circuit Route is comparatively difficult and we need to walk continuously for four hours. After that, the trekkers will ascend even more and reach Thorong La Pass, located at an altitude of 5416 meters. It takes about 4 to 5 hours for us to reach Thorong La Pass.
This section of the route is quite difficult but the views you get to enjoy and the thrills and chills this route offers are just out-of-this-world. Walking past the snow-covered route while getting the magical views of the snow-capped high-topped mountains make you forget the tiredness. Within about 7 to 8 hours we reach from Thorong Phedi to Muktinath via Thorong La Pass, where the trekkers will spend the night.
However, before that, we recommend the trekkers visit the Muktinath temple and immerse themselves in the holy, peaceful, and religious significance of this temple. You will meet many Hindu and Buddhist pilgrims chanting different mantras and offering their pilgrimage to the temple. Moreover, the trekkers shall also shower under the 108 taps in the Muktinath temple. As per the Hindu and Buddhist beliefs showering under these 108 taps can help you wash away the sins.
Finally, we are on the last day of the 8-Day Short Annapurna Circuit Trekking package. After such an amazing journey in the Annapurna Circuit route, it's time to return to Pokhara. As you have your breakfast in the Muktinath area, our representatives will pick you up in a jeep and drive you to Pokhara. It takes about 8 to 9 hours for the jeep to reach Pokhara from Muktinath. However, we will also stop in between the journey for lunch and other reasons. Within the next 8 to 9 hours we reach Pokhara and the jeep drops you at the hotel. This finally marks the end of the short Annapurna Circuit Trek with Global Adventure Trekking.
