Annapurna: A Trekker's Guide

Justifiably the most popular trekking region. Includes the Annapurna Circuit (2-3 weeks), Annapurna Sanctuary (1-2 weeks), Pilgrim’s Trail (7-9 days) and Ghandruk Foothill Trek (4-5 days), and notes on other treks and trekking peaks. Complete access and planning information including Kathmandu and access into Annapurna, handling altitude.

Annapurna: A Trekker's Guide

Author

Kev Reynolds

Cover

Paperback - PVC

Edition

Second

ISBN_13

9781852843977

Availability

Reprinted

Price

£14.00

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Location Map (1)
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Sample Routes (2)
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Seasons

Pre-monsoon (March to May) and post-monsoon (October to November) are the normal trekking seasons. Monsoon and winter trekking is possible but has its dangers.

Centres

Acess through Kathmandu then Pokhara. Circuit visits Manang and Muktinath.

Difficulty

Normal Himalayan trekking standard, with tea houses and camping both possible. Altitude (Thorong La at 5400m) is the main challenge - acclimatise properly. Look out for Maoists.

Must See

Stunning views of the wall of the Annapurna range as well as Dhaulagiri and the surrounding peaks. Bhuddist temples and the wonderful people.

INTRODUCTION
Landscape of Dreams
Annapurna Treks
Trekking and Trekking Styles
When to Go
Pre-Departure Preparations
Getting There
Permits and Visas
Pre-Trek Health Matters
On-Trek Healthcare
The First Aid Kit
Equipment Check-List
Maps
Minimum Impact Trekking
Cultural Interaction
Nepal – Facts and Figures
Time in Kathmandu
About this Guide
Pre-Trek Check

TREK 1: THE ANNAPURNA CIRCUIT
Prologue:    Kathmandu-Dumre-Besisahar
Section 1:     Besisahar to Manang
    Besisahar to Bhulbhule
    Bhulbhule to Bahundanda
    Bahundanda to Jagat
    Jagat to Tal
    Tal to Bagarchhap
    Bagarchhap to Chame
    Chame to Pisang
    Pisang to Manang
    High Alternative Route: Upper Pisang to Mungji
    Time in Manang
Section 2: Manang to Muktinath
    Manang to Yak Kharka
    Yak Kharka to Thorong Phedi
    Thorong Phedi – Thorong La – Muktinath
Section 3: Muktinath to Tatopani
    Muktinath to Tukuche
    Tukuche to Tatopani
Section 4a: Tatopani to Pokhara via Beni
    Tatopani to Beni
Section 4b:    Tatopani to Pokhara via Ghorepani
    Tatopani to Ghorepani
    Ghorepani to Naya Pul
Section 4c: Ghorepani to Chhomrong
    Ghorepani to Chhomrong
    Pokhara

TREK 2: THE ANNAPURNA SANCTUARY
Section 1:    Pokhara to Chhomrong
Section 1a:    Phedi to Chhomrong via Dhampus and Landruk
Section 1b:    Naya Pul to Chhomrong via Syauli Bazaar and New Bridge
Section 1c:    Naya Pul to Chhomrong via Ghandruk
Section 2:    Chhomrong to Annapurna Base Camp
Return Routes to Pokhara

TREK 3: THE PILGRIM'S TRAIL TO MUKTINATH
Section 1:    Pokhara to Tatopani
Section 1a:    Beni to Tatopani
Section 1b:    Naya Pul to Tatopani
Section 2:    Tatopani to Muktinath
    Tatopani to Tukuche
    Tukuche to Muktinath
    To Muktinath via Kagbeni
Return Routes to Pokhara

TREK 4: THE GHANDRUK FOOTHILL TREK
Section 1:    Naya Pul to Ghandruk
Section 2:    Ghandruk to Chhomrong
Section 3:    Chhomrong to Landruk
Section 4:    Landruk to Dhampus and Pokhara

OTHER ANNAPURNA TREKS
Upper Mustang
Annapurna Panorama
The Tatopani–Ghorepani Loop
The Korchon Ridge Trek
The Siklis Trek
Begnas Tal to the Marsyangd
The Bara Pokhari Lekh
APPENDICES
Appendix A: Summary of Treks
Appendix B: Annapurna – The First Fifty Years
Appendix C: Trekking Peaks in the Annapurna Region
Appendix D: Useful Addresses
Appendix E: Glossary
Appendix F: Useful Phrases
Bibliography