Annapurna Two Passes Trek

• Starting Point: Tribhuvan International Airport, Kathmandu
• Ending Point: Thamel, Kathmandu

On your first day of the 19-day Annapurna Two Passes Trek, we pick you up from Tribhuvan International Airport in Kathmandu and transfer you to your hotel in the city. After verifying your ID, passport, and booking confirmation, you’ll have time to rest, refresh, and prepare for the trek ahead.

If you arrive earlier, you can walk around the streets of Kathmandu and visit landmarks like Pashupatinath Temple and Boudhanath Stupa. In the evening, enjoy a traditional Nepali meal and prepare for the early drive to Bulbule, the starting point of the trek.

• Starting Point: Kathmandu
• Ending Point: Bulbule

On Day 2 of the Annapurna Two Passes Trek, we’ll drop you at the bus station from the hotel in Kathmandu for the drive towards Bulbule. You’ll follow the Prithvi Highway alongside the Trishuli River before meeting the Marshyangdi River at Muglin. The road then continues through Naubise, Dumre, and Besisahar (the district headquarters of Lamjung) before reaching Bulbule.

You’ll follow the Marshyangdi River from Mugling, which stretches over 150KM from the Annapurna glacier. You will also see the peaks like Manaslu (8,163 m) and Lamjung Himal (6,983 m) on clear days. The drive ends at Bulbule, where you will check into a local guesthouse and prepare for the next day’s trek.

• Starting Point: Bulbule
• Ending Point: Ghermu Phant

After having breakfast, your day on the Annapurna Two Passes Trekking starts from Bulbule to Ghermu Phant. You’ll walk along the Marshyandgi River and cross the Ghermu suspension bridge. During your trek, you can observe views of mountains like Lamjung Himal and Mount Annapurna II (7,937 m).

After crossing the bridge, you’ll reach Ghermu Phant. This place lies on the old trail connecting the Marshyangdi Valley villages to the Nar and Phu valleys. These were historically used by traders and yak herders transporting salt, grain, and wool. The day ends at a Ghermuphat lodge where you’ll rest and enjoy fresh meals.

• Starting Point: Ghermu
• Ending Point: Tal

Today you’ll trek from Ghermu Phant to Chamje, also known as the starting point for the Annapurna Circuit Trek. You’ll start your trek along the Marshyangdi River, passing through pine and rhododendron forests. You can also find traditional stone houses and mani walls along the way.

After some hours of walking, you’ll reach Chamje. From here, you’ll cross the Chamje River bridge and then proceed towards Tal Village. The day ends here in a local teahouse at Tal. This section highlights rivers, villages, bridges, and Himalayan peaks along the early stages of the Annapurna Two Passes trek route.

• Starting Point: Tal
• Ending Point: Koto

Around 6:00 AM in the morning, you’ll get ready for another trek day in the Annapurna region. First, you’ll trek from Taland cross the suspension bridge before reaching Dharapani. Dharapani is a major junction where the Annapurna Circuit and Manaslu Circuit routes meet. You can walk slowly by observing the traditional lifestyle of the Gurung and Manangi communities.
From Dharapani, the trail continues towards Bagarchhap. It is the first village on the Annapurna Circuit where you see Tibetan-style stone houses. The trek then continues towards Koto village. It is situated at the confluence of the Nar Khola and Marshyangdi River and serves as the gateway to the Nar Phu Valley. The day ends at a teahouse in Koto, where you can take a break and prepare for the next stage towards Meta.

• Starting Point: Koto
• Ending Point: Meta

Starting the day on the Annapurna Two Passes Trek route, the trek begins from Koto and moves towards Singenge Dharamsala (3,050 m). You’ll pass through yak pastures, grazing areas, and small teahouses or huts before reaching Singenge Dharamsala.

From Dharamsala, the trail continues towards Meta village. It is a small village where the Gurung and Manangi communities live together. If you reach earlier, then you can visit the Meta Monastery, which is a spiritual place for people living there.

• Starting Point: Meta
• Ending Point: Phu Village

This is another exciting trekking day for you. You’ll wake up early at around 7:00AM and hike up towards Kyang Village. You’ll first pass through small hamlets before reaching Kyang. Moving forward, you’ll cross the Kyang Suspension Bridge and pass small chorten shrines and prayer flags. Peaks of Annapurna I and Gangapurna (7,455 m) remain visible to the north as you gain elevation.

After crossing the bridge, the path climbs to reach Phu Village, one of the highest inhabited villages on this route. The village is known for its traditional Tibetan-style houses and Phu Monastery. Here you can enjoy the views of Chulu East (6,584 m) and Chulu West(6,419 m) at the same time.

• Starting Point: Phu Village
• Ending Point: Phu Village

Day 8 is reserved for exploring Phu village and its surroundings. You can walk around the village and visit the Phu Monastery, which is devoted to Tibetan Buddhism and is mostly visited during Losar (Tibetan New Year). You can explore the small streams and terraced fields around the village, along with the nearby tributaries of the Marsyangdi River. Peaks such as Chulu, Himlung, and Pokharkang (6,348 m) are visible from different points in the village.

You can also explore the Phu Cave and the small hamlets around the valley. The area is rich in local culture, with the Manangi and Tibetan communities maintaining their traditional lifestyle. This day gives you time to absorb the village atmosphere and the surrounding mountain views without a long trek.

• Starting Point: Phu Village
• Ending Point: Nar Phedi

The day begins from Phu Village and heads towards Kyang (3,500 m). The trail passes through hamlets and terraced fields while walking along the Marshyangdi River tributaries. You’ll cross several stone-paved sections and streams before reaching the Kyang Village.

From Kyang, the trek continues to Narphedi. You’ll pass open fields, Nar Phu River tributaries, and stone chortens before reaching there. Narphedi acts as a crossroad for trekkers heading towards Koto, Meta, or the Annapurna Base Camp side routes. You’ll spend your night in this village.

• Starting Point: Nar Phedi
• Ending Point: Nar Village

The trek begins from Nar Phedi and moves to Yughat along the Annapurna Two Passes Trekking Trail. The trail passes the Nar River with views of Chulu East and West on the horizon. After a short walk, you’ll reach Yughat. It is a traditional resting and grazing area for local shepherds and their yaks.

From Yughat (3,800 m), the trail continues to Nar Village. You’ll pass bare lands, hamlets, and a small monastery before reaching Nar Village. It is the last traditional Manangi settlement before the high passes, i.e, Kang La and Thorong La pass. You can witness Annapurna II and Gangapurna from this village too.

• Starting Point: Nar Village
• Ending Point: Ngawal

You’ll set off from Nar Village and move towards Kang La Pass on this day. From Yughat, you’ll climb the Nar River tributaries. The trail passes hamlets with Tibetan-style houses and small prayer wheels before reaching Kang La Pass. Kang La Pass provides panoramic views of Annapurna II and Gangapurna. The oxygen level drops to approximately 50% of sea level, so you need to be careful while crossing this section.

From Kang La Pass, the trail descends to Ngawal Village. It is home to the centuries-old Ngawal monastery, also known as Upper Pisang Monastery. It was established as part of the Gelugpa (Yellow Hat) section of Tibetan Buddhism. You’ll spend your night here preparing for the next day of the Annapurna Two Passes trek journey.

• Starting Point: Ngawal
• Ending Point: Manang

Get ready at around 6:00 to 7:00 AM for this short and pleasant trek. Starting from Ngawal Village, you’ll move towards Braga. Your trail passes through Ngawal Monastery, and you’ll follow the Marshyangdi River tributaries. After an hour of trekking, you’ll reach Braga village. It is known for its Tibetan-style houses and the Braga Monastery, one of the oldest gompas in the region.

From Braga (3,630 m), the path continues to Manang. Manang is a U-shaped valley and a key acclimatization stop in the Annapurna region. It is also the center of the Manangi community. This is your final stop for this day.

• Starting Point: Manang
• Ending Point: Manang

13th day of your Annapurna Two Passes Trek itinerary is for acclimatization in Manang. You can explore the village and visit the Gangapurna Lake (4,020 m), which is located about a 3-4 hour hike from the village. The path passes stone chortens, prayer wheels, and Tibetan-style houses along the way. Peaks such as Gangapurna (7,455 m), Annapurna III (7,555 m), and Tilicho Peak (7,134 m) are visible from different viewpoints.

You can also visit the Manang Monastery and the local markets in the village. Short hikes around Manang help the body adjust to a higher altitude because the oxygen level is around 65-67% of sea level. You’ll also get a chance to observe traditional Gurung and Tibetan culture.

• Starting Point: Manang
• Ending Point: Yak Kharka

Leaving Manang, the trek moves towards Yak Kharka, also known as Chauri Lader. You’ll pass Gangapurna Lake and walk along streams that meet the Marshyangdi River. The trail passes grazing lands used by local yak herders and reaches Yak Kharka.

It is a traditional stopover for traders and herders travelling between the Manang and Mustang region. This section of the trek prepares you for the Thorong La Pass, with high-altitude terrain and beautiful mountain views like Gangapurna and Tilicho Peak between Manang and Chauri Lader.

• Starting Point: Chauri Lader
• Ending Point: Thorong Phedi

Leaving Chauri Lader, the trail heads towards Kone Khola, with the views of Chulu West and Gandarwa Chuli (6,248 m). The path passes yak grazing areas and stone shelters before reaching a bridge over the Jarsang Khola. It is the major river crossing before the Thorong La Pass.

After crossing the bridge, the trail climbs towards Thorong La Phedi. You’ll pass landslide-prone sections marked with cairns and see prayer flags near resting stops. From here, the Thorong Peak (6,144 m) becomes visible. It is a popular trekking peak in the Annapurna region, which was first summited by a Japanese team in 2007. Thorong La Phedi serves as the final base before tackling the high pass the next morning.

• Starting Point: Thorong Phedi
• Ending Point: Muktinath

From Thorong La Phedi, the trail climbs a zigzag path towards the Thorong La Pass (5,416 m), one of the highest trekking passes in the world. On the way, you’ll pass through rocky slopes marked with cairns and signs with the views of Thorong Peak, Yakawa Kang (6,482 m), Annapurna, and Mustang ranges. After crossing Thorong La Pass, the trail descends toward Charabu. It serves as the first rest stop immediately after walking down from Thorong La Pass.

After resting here, you’ll move downwards through dry, open landscapes of the Mustang region before reaching Muktinath. Here, you can visit the Muktinath Temple, an important pilgrimage site for both Hindus and Buddhists. It is known for its 108 water spouts and the eternal flame at the Jwala Mai Temple. The day ends in this village surrounded by the Nilgiri Himal range to the north and the Tukuche Peak to the west.

• Starting Point: Muktinath
• Ending Point: Jomsom

Departing from Muktinath, the trail moves towards Ekle Bhatti Band (3,700 m). You’ll walk beside the Kali Gandaki River and cross the Mustang region before reaching Ekle Bhatti. During the walk, you’ll catch a few glimpses of Nilgiri North and Dhaulagiri I (8,167 m) on the horizon. Ekle Bhatti Band serves as a small resting point used by trekkers and local shepherds.

From Bhatti Band, the trail descends to Jomsom. You’ll pass Ghasa Village (2,900 m) and open fields while following the Kali Gandaki River valley. Jomsom has a small airport and several teahouses for accommodation. The area provides views of Tukuche Peak and Nilgiri South. This section of the Annapurna Two Passes Trek Nepal connects high Mustang landscapes with the administrative centre of the region.

• Starting Point: Jomsom
• Ending Point: Pokhara

On your second last day of the Annapurna Two Passes adventure, you’ll leave Jomsom by flight. You’ll pass over the Kali Gandaki River (150KM) valley with views of Dhaulagiri and Nilgiri North. From the air, you’ll see villages like Marpha (2,650 m) and Lete (2,180 m), with their stone houses, apple orchards, and local gompas.

As the plane descends towards Pokhara, the landscapes change from rocky Mustang valleys to the green hills of the Pokhara region. You’ll pass over Beni Bazaar and the confluence of the Myagdi and Kali Gandaki rivers before reaching the Phewa Lake city. From the flight, peaks like Machhapuchhre (6,993 m) and the Annapurna range are also visible. You can roam around the lakeside and take photos to capture memories as your journey in the Annapurna region comes to an end.

• Starting Point: Pokhara
• Ending Point: Kathmandu

Departing from Pokhara by tourist bus, the journey follows the Prithvi Highway along the Seti River and passes towns such as Lakeside, Damauli, and Bandipur. You’ll pass terraced hills, forests, and small villages with occasional views of Machhapuchhre and the Annapurna range.

Upon arrival in Kathmandu, our Himalayan Guide team provides a token of love and organizes a farewell dinner at a suitable time to celebrate the completion of the trek. On the very next day, we’ll drop you off at Kathmandu Airport for your onward flight. This final day marks the end of the 19-day Annapurna Two Passes Trek.