Challenging
15 days
Circle the Annapurna massif from lush subtropical valleys to the arid Tibetan plateau, crossing the mighty Thorong La (5,416m) and visiting the pilgrimage site of Muktinath.
Begin in the Marsyangdi valley.
Follow the river through terraced farmland.
Enter the Manang district.
Pine forests and apple orchards.
First close views of Annapurna II.
Reach the trekking hub for acclimatisation.
Day hikes to adapt to altitude.
Climb above the treeline.
Base of the great pass.
The trek's demanding high point and sacred temple.
Descend into the Kali Gandaki gorge.
Climb to the famous rhododendron ridge.
Dawn panorama then return to the lakeside city.
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