ANNAPURNA CIRCUIT

23 days from GBP1,749 to GBP2,299 including flights
Tripcode: TNQ

Countries Visited: Nepal

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Our Clients’ Reviews

Average Review Rating: from 25 reviews.

Kate Ives

ANNAPURNA CIRCUIT

Written December 2011
Absolutely ace, hard work but the rewarding spectacular views and sense of achievement out weighs any tough days!
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What was the most inspirational moment of your trip?
Definitely making it through the pass and seeing the mountains (once the clouds cleared) at Poon Hill, hearing everyones excitement and cheering- this is etched on my memory forever.
What did you think of your group leader?
Our Group leader Shailesh was great, helpful, supportive and fun and all our Guides, Pemba, Mingma and Lal were good fun and really helped make the holiday!
Do you have any advice for potential travellers?
Just do it, make sure you have all the right gear and a good sleeping bag.
Is there anything else you would like to add?
The Annapurna Circuit lived up to my expectations, the views are awesome, the terrrain constantly challenging and changing, the Nepali people friendly and welcoming and without a doubt the best thing i have ever done, especially as this was my first trek, i feel a real sense of achivement.
Charles Bennett

ANNAPURNA CIRCUIT

Written November 2011
A really fantastic time, great holiday made even better by my fellow travellers. The best group ever.
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What was the most inspirational moment of your trip?
Crossing the Thorong La was probably the high point, but in reality the whole trip was a joy from start to finish.
What did you think of your group leader?
Good leader, knowledegable and happy to share it.
Do you have any advice for potential travellers?
Don't delay get it booked now.
Thomas Anderson

ANNAPURNA CIRCUIT

Written November 2011
A fantastic trip; challenging but very enjoyable. Great secenery and met some lovely people en route.
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What was the most inspirational moment of your trip?
Crossing the Thorung La was an unforgettable day.
Most days included passing through lovely villages.
What did you think of your group leader?
Group leader (Llakpa Gorung Sherpa) was a lovely guy; great organiser and able to deal with any problems as they arose.
Do you have any advice for potential travellers?
Take plenty of good quality warm clothes for crossing the Thorung La - especially gloves.
£500 per person spending money was plenty to take for the whole trip.
Consider using Diamox for the Thorung La; one of our party had to turn back becuase of Acute Mountain Sickness - she was the youngest, fittest person in the group!
Is there anything else you would like to add?
The second half of the trip (after crossing the Thorung La) was not at all spoiled by the new road; we followed higher routes through beautiful unexplored villages.
Tea-houses from Muktinath onwards are relatively luxurious (e.g. compared to Everest region or before crossing the Thorung La on this trip).
Teresa Forgione

ANNAPURNA CIRCUIT

Written November 2011
The trip was the perfect antidote to a hectic city life. I had no idea just how stressed I was before I left for Kathmandu, but as soon as I landed and met my fellow travellers, it started to melt away. Prem, our guide was a legend, putting us all at our ease, answering our questions and concerns and essentially, bringing us together as a group. He helped us become friends rather than a groups of strangers.I am a well-seasoned traveller, but this was my first trip to Nepal. I have totally fallen in love with the country and the people who live there. The mountains were awe-inspiring, the trail continually beautiful as the scenery changed day by day and what a sense of achievement we had every day after we had ascended to ever greater altitudes. Our nervousness approaching Thorong La, the pass, was palpable, but with Prem and the rest of his leader team (Dhan, Deuman and Parbhat) we felt totally safe and cared for.It definitely is a challenging trip in physical terms, but for anyone who is relatively fit and mentally game for a bit of an adventure I would wholeheartedly recommend it. Nepal has worked it's way under my skin, and I cannot wait to go back and explore more of the myriad of trails in this astounding country.
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What was the most inspirational moment of your trip?
I couldn't pick one single inspirational moment on the trip - there were so many highlights, but the day of crossing the pass at Thorong La was packed with them. From start to finish it was amazing. Stepping out of the room at 4am to start the climb we were greeted by an incredibly clear sky full of stars. Gazing at the snaking line of headlamps trudging up the pass in the pitch black was another moment, suddenly being dazzled by dawn breaking over the peaks was another. Reaching Thorong La was brilliant but for me the stunner that day was the descent over the other side, faced with the jaw-dropping scenery of Mustang. It actually brought me to tears. There is more, of course, every day was full of these moments. You'll have to go yourself and find out what they are!
What did you think of your group leader?
Prem was a legend - kind, funny, friendly, expert and language teacher extraordinare. I felt privileged to have got to know him during the trip and will forever be humming Resum Phiriri, one of the many folk tunes he taught us.
Do you have any advice for potential travellers?
Just do it, put aside your nervousness and you will not regret it.
Susan Cooper

ANNAPURNA CIRCUIT

Written November 2011
Fantastic holiday- wonderful experience great group
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What was the most inspirational moment of your trip?
Highlight - crossing Throng-La pass
What did you think of your group leader?
Group leader and guides and sherpas- attentive and determined to look after group and get us all round
Do you have any advice for potential travellers?
Food often basic- solar showers cold if not a sunny day- from Day 2 was very cold in evening
Is there anything else you would like to add?
Holiday was so good- already planing next adventure
Kirit Garala

ANNAPURNA CIRCUIT

Written October 2011
Excellent trip, wonderful views and excellent Guides and company of like minded travellers. One minor suggestion would be NOT to include a trek to see Exodus projects at the end of a busy trekking day as that isnt what we came for . Otherwise a wonderful experiance of Nepal ........and there is a variety of good food and NOT JUST DHAL BHAT !!
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What was the most inspirational moment of your trip?
Ah, the ice covered Peaks , Thorang La pass and the wonderful Nepali people with a smily Namaste !
What did you think of your group leader?
Group leader was very Good as well as the other Guides ..........and the Porters are incredible, always smiling even when carrying their loads.
Do you have any advice for potential travellers?
As a famous advert says" JUST DO IT" and you wont regret it.
Margaret Duleroy

ANNAPURNA CIRCUIT

Written October 2011
The sort of trip that grows inside you, like a fine wine, maturing with every moment of every day. As I close my eyes, I reflect upon my experience and smile gently to myself, my life enriched for ever by the simple beauty of the Himalayas and its people.
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What was the most inspirational moment of your trip?
The children of Nepal worked and played so hard, smiling with genuine affection. The reflection of the mountains shining in their happy faces, inspiring me to want more of the surroundings and life.
What did you think of your group leader?
Our group leader, if he were not working for Exodus, would be working for the United Nations, a diplomat for all occasions. He was professional, organised and reassuring, providing a center point for the relationship of the group to develop around. He fostered the growth of good will and tolerance amongst each other. He had a great smile.
Do you have any advice for potential travellers?
Be prepared for a trip which is physically demanding. The better in shape you are, the more enjoyable it will be. Watch the group leader and guides and follow their actions, it will save you time. Exodus will attend to you individually, which is nice, but don't forget it is a group effort, so getting ready and leaving on time each day is important. Plenty of time for chin wagging once you get to your destination! I cannot emphasise how important it is to stay within the weight restrictions for luggage. The porters do a fantastic job, but are only human and cannot carry too much. You will be surprised how little you can manage with for 3 weeks.
Is there anything else you would like to add?
Don't wear a bikini in the hot springs. Make good use of your loo at home now, you are going to miss it on trek, take loads of photos. Try not to talk to the locals in an Indian accent, they will think you have gone mad!
Get that credit card out and book the next trip now! Don't think too hard about it.