Short Annapurna Circuit Trek 10 Days

Itinerary of Short Annapurna Circuit Trek 10 Days

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Temperature During Short Annapurna Circuit Trek

The weather and temperature in the Annapurna Circuit short trek vary vastly depending upon the season. During Autumn (September, October, and November), the average temperature in the daytime is around 15°C, while it drops to about seven °C at night. Likewise, in winter (December, January, and February), the temperature in the lower region is five °C to -10 °C, while in the higher region, it may drop up to 20°C in the higher area.

Spring (March, April, and May) provides mild temperatures around 18°C during the day and five °C at night in the lower region. Generally, the upper region experiences a temperature of around 14°C.

Lastly, during the monsoon or summer (June, July, and August), the temperature can reach 23°C during the day.

Crowds in the Annapurna Region

The Annapurna region is one of Nepal’s most popular trekking regions. The best seasons to venture into this region are autumn and spring. So, if you plan an Annapurna Circuit trek during these seasons, be prepared to face the crowds!

Indeed, it is one of the busiest times, and with the number of trekkers, the trails, lodges, teahouses, and everywhere else are fully packed. Hence, it is advisable to book beforehand to avoid the hassles. Likewise, if you do not do well with crowds, you can opt for isolated trails in Annapurna.

Food Options on Short Annapurna Circuit Trek

This is because the higher you climb, the more expensive the meals get, as the foods are transported to that altitude by foot or donkey. While almost every teahouse and lodge shares a similar menu, some might also have snack options.

Generally, a meal set includes rice, lentil soup, and vegetables. Non-vegetarian items include yak stew and steak; however, they are rare and only available in some villages. It is good to be a Vegetarian option on your Trek.

Side trips on Annapurna Circuit short trek.

Milarepa Cave (4,000m):

On the trekking, we can explore other exciting landscapes and visit ritual sites. This cave lies at the foothill of Annapurna III on the north-faced side of the mountain.

This cave, Milarepa, belongs to the Buddhist saint Milarepa. People say that Milarepa had meditated under this cave. This is about a 3-hour walk from Manang. During the hike to the cave, we can see the beautiful scenery of the Marsyangdi Valley. We can also get the best mountain view of Chulus & Pisang peaks.

It is a very worthwhile side trip from the Bragha village in Manang. It is also a famous pilgrimage site with a fascinating backstory.

Ice Lake (4,600m)

We can hike to this beautiful Lake while we have a rest day in Manang for the Annapurna Circuit short trek. The Ice Lake Lake lies at the connecting neck of Chulu Far East. We need to climb 1100m, which takes about 4 hours from Braga village.

After the hard climbing, you will get the best scenery and a stunning mountain view. We can see a very close picture of Annapurna II, Annapurna IV, and Annapurna III. Also, we see a very close-up view of Gangapurna, Khangsahar, Tilicho Peak, and Chulu East. The Lake used to freeze during the night and morning in winter and spring, so it is called Ice Lake.

Gangapurna Lake (3,500m).

This easy walking hike from Manang is part of our Short Annapurna circuit trek. Gangapurna Lake lies at the foothill of Mt. Gangapurna Glacier. The meltdown of Glacier Gangapurna formed it. It takes 20 minutes to reach this place.

We can also see the migratory ducks swimming at the Lake. The cascading Marsyangdi River flows through the side of this Lake. We can take a shorter hike above the Lake, which has exciting landscapes.

Titi Lake (2,550m)

The other part of the Annapurna circuit Short trek region, offers much. Lower Mustang Valley also has many things to see. Titi Lake is one of them, and we can reach it after hiking 1.5 hours uphill from Kokhethanti. We were walking to Lake Traverse through a pine tree forest. We will see its beauty when we go to the Lake. We can see Mt Dhaulagiri, Tukuche Peak, Thapa Peak, and Dhaulagiri Icefall from the Lake.

In the above paragraph, we discussed the possible side trips. There is also another place of interest in the trail. There are still many more potential places of interest that we need to mention in the above section.

The Dhaulagiri Icefalls.

Icefalls are difficult if you want to make a side trip to Dhaulagiri. It takes a two-day trip and requires good physical fitness. It would help if you were also in good health. This tough side trip of Annapurna circuit trekking gives the best experience.

At the same time, you are at the foot of the Dhaulagiri Icefall, which offers excellent views of Mount Dhaulagiri and the Annapurna ranges. We start this side trip from the small Larjung village.

We will pass by forests, green pastures, rhododendrons, and pine forests along the way. After another two hours of steep climbing, get to the icefall. While returning, it is faster, and we can take a shortcut.

Dhumba Lake

During our Short Annapurna circuit trek, we can make a great side trip to a beautiful Dhumba Lake from Jomsom. There is a clear-water lake at Mount Nilgiri’s base. The first part of the Trek goes to a beautiful Thini Village. From here, we will lead to Dhumba Lake, which is smaller than Tilicho Lake.

Dhumba Lake is a sacred Buddhist lake; many prayer flags are here.

Some locals claim to come here to pray for some sort of change in their lives for their betterment. If we walk about a 15-minute walk from the Lake, there is a small stupa called Kuchup Terenga Gomba. The Lake provides picturesque snow-clad peaks and spectacular views of the valley.

Furthermore, this is a calm and pleasant place to relax and one of the worthy stopovers if you’re in Jomsom. You can see the apple orchard and mud houses of the Thini Village. This gives a peek into the Mustang culture. It was also the old salt trade route between Tibet and Nepal. During the return trail, we can trek to Marpha Village, a famous Thakali village.

You can see the apple garden everywhere here, as Marpha is the apple capital of the nation. You can try the Apple brandy and look at the apple and apricot industry and the local Tibetan monastery.

Annapurna circuit  Short Trek Equipment list

The trail goes up to 5416 meters and follows a challenging, upward route, so it needs careful planning and preparation. You must bring the essential supplies and gear for this Trek, and you can only get the most miniature clothes and equipment. You can prepare for your journey by using the list on our webpage.

Altitude Sickness

While trekking to the Annapurna circuit, trekkers may experience altitude sickness. Although trekkers experience altitude sickness, we need to take care of it. A significant altitude sickness needs rapid attention and needs to be done needfully. Our trip directors and guides have a strong background in first aid. They get comprehensive training for it. We implore you to be alert about altitude sickness and guide you when you see any indications or symptoms.

The trek guide will tell you ways to prevent altitude sickness.

The easiest method to avoid altitude sickness when hiking is a slow walk. You can take your time and drink lots of water (at least 3–4 liters daily). The only treatment for severe cases of altitude sickness is to descend.

Please be aware that, depending on your health, your trekking guide may decide to stop your journey. Please remember that some people are more prone to becoming sick, and some get more symptoms from being at high altitudes than others.

You need to be aware of the signs and symptoms of AMS to recognize it. They are

Dizziness
Upset stomach
Tiredness
Headache
Nausea and vomiting
Loss of appetite
Sensing instability
Difficulty sleeping
Breathing problems
Elevated heart rate
You need to take prompt preventive action if you experience any of the symptoms, such as:
Decent at a lower altitude (if possible).
Don’t climb up the hill until 48 hours
Rest until you feel better.
Have proper acclimatization.
Don’t work out or exercise.
Avoid smoking
Avoid alcohol
Having garlic soup or hot ginger tea can be helpful.
Take in a lot of water.
Take more oxygen if required.
Take medication to prevent illness.
If the symptoms worsen, take Diamox as directed by your doctor.
Please note: We will take you down to Kathmandu by helicopter. For deportation if your health doesn’t improve over the following 24 hours. Thus, get insurance covering the expense of reusing your copters.

Travel Insurance

While traveling and trekking in the Nepal Himalayas, we strongly recommend that you make up-to-date travel plans and purchase a rescue insurance policy that covers cancellation, injury, death, lost baggage, theft, liability, medical treatment, and expenses.

The insurance covers all the activities you will undertake during your stay in Nepal, such as trekking and climbing. If a client becomes ill, all hospital expenses, doctors’ fees, and repatriation costs are the client’s responsibility.

We have an excellent program for trekking to the Annapurna Circuit Short Trek Trail AS. Our guides have years of expertise in guiding people in and out. We must have evacuation procedures. We want to make sure that our guests are comfortable on the journey.

Suppose they become ill or are unable to continue the trip. It would help if you came to a lower altitude. In the worst case, they can go back to Kathmandu or continue traveling if they choose. Thus, before beginning the walk, you get trustworthy travel insurance. Travel insurance can support your expenses.

There might be a risk of getting injured on the Annapurna circuit short trek, whether due to a twisted ankle, a high altitude issue, or even the fact that your body is not adjusting well. We take every precaution and go forward with a very high success rate.

But we want to ensure that We take care of you as soon as possible if we do. Your travel insurance will cover the expenses. If any accident occurs during the Trek, arrange a helicopter rescue.

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