Annapurna Circuit Trek Route Map
The Annapurna Circuit Trek Route Map is one of Nepal’s most famous trekking trails, which goes all around the Annapurna Mountain Range. The details on the map are beneficial and provide clear information about the trek through different geographical features, including valleys through major attractions, suspension bridges, local cultural areas, Lakes, beautiful viewpoints, mountains, and high passes. The Legend contains valuable information that can be easily understood by looking at it: easy-to-read marks and arrows implying the trail directions and numerous significant points. The map also provides a day-to-day trek itinerary, including the primary, secondary, and flight paths.
The Trek map can be downloaded from Boundless Adventure’s official website and viewed offline on your smartphone or tablet during the trekking expedition for guidance when the internet connection is absent.
Difficulty Level
The first solid line, colored red, depicts the difficulty level of the trek. By looking at this, trekkers can prepare themselves mentally and physically for the adventurous trek. The Annapurna circuit trek is long and challenging, so proper preparation before trekking and altitude acclimatization during trekking is required.
Main Hiking Route of Annapurna Circuit Trek Route Map
The primary trail of the Annapurna circuit that most trekkers will follow is specified in a solid orange line. This trail takes you through beautiful areas by road at the beginning, such as Manang village, Yak Kharka, Thorong La Pass, and Muktinath, and through other attractions.
Secondary Route:
The secondary route is indicated by a dotted orange line, which leads to other significant locations and landmarks. It also shows shortcuts usually taken by trekkers who want to escape from the primary route and reach various locations quickly. However, the secondary trails lead to the Nar Phu Valley trek, the Manaslu Circuit trek, the Upper Mustang Trek, Tilocho Lake, and the Mesokanta La pass.
Viewpoint:
Indicated by binocular symbols, these places include significant points of interest with bird-eye views of the Himalayan mountains and valleys, providing the trekkers with set stages of photo-taking opportunities and breaks. Many different view areas exist, including Pisang, Ngawal, Manang, Throung-La Pass, and Muktinath.
Suspension Bridge:
The bridge icon indicates that the trail involves crossing rivers and mountains through suspension bridges, which are common in the mountainous regions of the Annapurna.
Mountain:
Many central highest-ranking mountains surround Annapurna Circuit Trails. Peaks are marked with white triangles, which show the major Himalayan peaks that trekkers will be able to see during the trek, such as Dhaulagiri (8167m), Annapurna I (8091m), Manaslu (8156m), Nilgiri, Gangapurna, Annapurna II, II, and Lamjung Himal. Of course, there are several unnamed peaks in front of you.
Lakes:
The blue water icon depicts the area of beautiful lakes, such as Tilicho Lake, a side trekking route and one of the highest lakes in the world, situated at 4919m. Similarly, in front of Manang village is the beautiful Gangapurna Lake.
Glacier:
The glacier symbol, marked as blue ice, shows that glaciers are present in the region and supplement the dramatic terrains that the trekkers encounter. However, you’ll have an excellent opportunity to explore the Gangapurna Himal glacier in front of the Manang village. There will be Chulu east and west glaciers along the way.
Pass:
The Nepal flag indicates mountain passes, such as Thorong-La (5416m). It is among the highest points of the Annapurna circuit and a tricky part of the trek. It is only one pass of the Annapurna circuit trek.
Best Trekking Season:
This implies the suggested months for trekking: March to June and August to December. These are the ones that are chosen because of clear weather with good visibility. But still, there is a chance to trek during the winter.
Secondary Flight Route
A red dotted line with an airplane indicates a secondary flight route on the map. If a trekker wants to avoid long drives, a flight can be taken from Jomsom to Pokhara and Pokhara to Kathmandu. A flight at the end of the trek is also a possibility.
Drive Road
The Drive Route is indicated by bus and Jeep symbols, which can be spotted throughout the map on various routes. We suggest you drive a bus from Kathmandu to Beshishahar and take a Jeep to Dharapani, Chame, and Manang.
Temples and Monastery:
The major religions of the Himalayan region of Nepal are Hinduism and Buddhism. Beautiful religious structures like Muktinath are all over the Annapurna Circuit Trails, indicated by the monastery and temple symbols.
Itinerary Highlights of Annapurna Circuit Trek Route Map
Itinerary Highlights is located at the bottom left corner of the map. It outlines the daily stops, with the altitude of each location noted. The itinerary includes an acclimatization day in Manang to help Trekkers adjust to the higher altitude before continuing the journey of Annapurna conservation.
Here are the day-to-day itinerary and altitude present on the map
Day 1: Kathmandu (1400m)
Day 2: Dharapani (1960m)
Day 3: Chame (3100m)
Day 4: Pisang (3100m)
Day 5: Manang (3440m)
Day 6: Acclimatization Day
Day 7: Yak Khakra (4350m)
Day 8: Thorong Phedi (3442m)
Day 9: Muktinath (3850m)
Day 10: Tatopani(1200m)
Day 11: Ghorepani (2860m)
Day 12: Thikedhunga (1550m)
Day 13: Pokhara (820m)
Day 14: Kathmandu (1400m)
