Planning an ACT Trek? Here are the Top 10 key things to know for an awesome adventure:
Bonus Tip: Capture the memories! Take photos and videos to document your incredible journey.
Apart from the major costs of your Act trek package, you will need to budget for certain additional fees. Here's a simple plan to help you budget while still having a good time:
Trail Necessities:
Food & Treats:
Staying Connected:
Remember that prices might vary, so use these estimates as a guideline.
Consider your spending patterns for drinks, snacks, and gifts.
Note: Carry Nepali Rupees for incidental expenses. While some tea shops accept US dollars, possessing the local currency eliminates conversion problems and ensures you have the correct amounts for smaller transactions.
By budgeting for these things, you'll be better prepared to deal with unexpected costs and enjoy your Annapurna Base Camp route!
Lunch and dinner on the Annapurna Circuit trek are a delicious adventure in themselves. Dal Bhat, a traditional Nepali cuisine, is a popular choice among trekkers due to its low cost and high-calorie content. But the variety does not end there. Tea houses cater to a wide range of tastes, with classic dishes such as fried rice, chicken curries, and even burgers and pizzas. Noodle enthusiasts can have stir-fried noodles or cheesy pasta meals.
After a day of hiking, dinner becomes a joyous occasion, with tea houses broadening their menus to include a broader selection of familiar favorites as well as local specialties. So, whether you crave a hearty Dal Bhat or a soothing slice of pizza, the ACT journey delivers a great and satisfying refill after each adventure-filled day.
Prepare for the ACT Trek with our full package, carefully planned to keep you comfortable and prepared during the entire trip.
We provide a 120-liter Duffel Bag for trek packing, a certified -20°C Down Jacket, and a four-season Sleeping Bag, ensuring warmth and coziness during chilly mountain nights.
A duffle bag, also known as a kit bag is a cylindrical-shaped carrying bag having a top closure generally made of either natural fabric or other sturdy fabric (usually canvas). It has a handle or a shoulder strap to carry which makes it easy for the porter to carry it. Duffle bags are commonly used for traveling, sports, and outdoor activities or even for temporary storage. They are used for carrying clothing, personal items, and electronics or sports gear during travel. The size of the duffle bag varies according to one's needs and requirements. They come in different sizes from small bags to large travel duffle bags capable of holding required gear during travel. Generally, duffle bags are used to carry loads up to 15 kg in all trek which varies according to the size and materials to be carried during the travel, as well as the carrying limit of the porter. Duffle bags are suitable for trekking due to their comfort and accessibility as it is flexible and portable which makes them easy to carry. It is an excellent choice to carry for traveling due to its versatility and ease of handling.
We arrange the duffle bags that hold up to 120 liters of storage capacity and are also waterproof which helps in the rainy environment by protecting the materials inside the bag. Generally, these duffle bags are carried by the porter during the trek and you can carry a small or medium carrying bag for yourself to carry personal materials and gadgets with you. Please be assured that your luggage and suitcase will be securely managed and safeguarded at our hotel while you enjoy your trek and will promptly return to you once you complete your trek.
Down Jacket
A down jacket, also known as a puffer jacket is a quilted coat filled with soft feathers either from a duck or goose. Down jackets are more popular for cold climates and especially useful in mountains and higher altitudes. They are generally preferred by hikers, trekkers, and backpackers for being extremely comfortable due to their lightweight and compressibility making it easy to pack without occupying a lot of space. It has an excellent warmth-to-weight ratio, best for maintaining body heat essential for trekking in cold climates and higher altitudes.
It is also ideal for wearing and sleeping in during high-altitude treks, providing excellent insulation and good comfort. Please ensure to return it once the trek is completed so it can be preserved for the next adventures.
Sleeping Bag
Sleeping bags are essential gear for travelers and trekkers which provide good comfort and protection in various climatic conditions and altitudes. Most of our treks and tours require a sleeping bag as it keeps you warm by trapping the heat around you from your body.
The sleeping bags we use are mummy-shaped with a zip up and down that keeps the top tight around you. It is used in cold and wet climates in high altitudes( -20°C to -25°C maximum temperature) giving you protection, and comfort and as well it is also lightweight and compact which it easy to carry on long treks. The sleeping bag is returned after the trek as it helps us to maintain our gear for future adventurers.
At Escape Himalaya, we provide a detailed checklist of essential trekking gear, ensuring that you're fully equipped for your Himalayan adventure.
HEAD
FEET
HANDS
LOWER BODY
ACCESSORIES
Personal Hygiene Items
ADDITIONAL ITEMS
Prepare for your ACT Trek with confidence, knowing that you have all the necessary gear and essentials to make your journey safe, comfortable, and memorable.
One of the representatives from Escape Himalaya Trek will welcome you at Tribhuwan International Airport. Then, you will be transferred to the hotel in Kathmandu. Further, you will be provided with details about your trekking program. No plans are scheduled for the day, and you can enjoy your time in and around the hotel.
Overnight at the Hotel.
On this day, we drive from Kathmandu to Beshisahar, which takes around 7 hours. We will then take a jeep drive to Jagat, where the trek begins from next day.
Overnight at the guesthouse. Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner are included.
On this day, we will leave Jagat and ascend through the forest to Chamje. We will then move ahead on a rocky track following the Marshyangdi River and walk uphill to Tal, the first settlement in the Manang district. Also, we will traverse a broad and flat valley. We will keep on the wing on a rising and falling route to reach finally Dharapani, which has a stone doorway with chortens and typically looks Tibetan-influenced.
Overnight at the guesthouse. Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner are included.
Walking from Dharapani, we will reach Bagarchhap, where we can see flat-roofed houses made of stones. We will also notice the village surrounded by maize fields and apple orchards. From here, we will ascend to Tyanja set at 2,360 m, and then we will keep on walking through woods and reach close to the river at Kopar. We will then finally reach the headquarters of the Manang district, Chame, where we will be rewarded with the excellent views of Annapurna II.
Overnight at the guesthouse. Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner are included.
We will trek from Chame on this day. We will pass through the woods and the spectacular rounded rock face. This is possibly one of the steepest parts of the Marshyangdi Valley. Walking ahead, we will notice the valley opening with magnificent vistas. We will also see Paungda Danda, a huge inclined rock face rising 1,500m above the trail. Walking further from here, we will reach Pisang.
Overnight at the guesthouse. Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner are included.
On this day, we will continue walking through the upper part of the Manang district, which is relatively drier. We will notice people herding the yaks and depending on agriculture. We will then walk alternatively on the north and south route of the Marshyangdi River. We will also move through Braga's striking but partly hidden settlement at 3,450 meters before reaching Manang.
Overnight at the guesthouse. Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner are included.
This is the day to rest and get acclimatized to high elevation. We will relax and experience short walks to witness the glorious views in the Manang region and avoid altitude sickness.
Overnight at the guesthouse. Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner are included.
On this day, we will trek to the Yak Kharka, ascending gradually through Tanki Manang and departing from the Marshyangdi Valley. We will also walk along, following the Jarsang River Valley, and reach Yak Kharka. In Yak Kharka, we will notice vegetation gradually getting sparser. Overnight at the guesthouse.
Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner are included.
From Yak Kharka, we will take a way that moves uphill to Thorong Phedi and walk across the river via a suspension bridge to Ledar village. We will also pass through soaring rocks face before getting to Thorong Phedi. 'Phedi' in Nepalese language means the foot of a mountain. Here, you will be rewarded with the paramount views of peaks like Gundang, Thorung Peak, Syagang, and Khatung Kang. Overnight at the guesthouse. Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner are included.
This is the most important day of the trek and yet challenging. We will be walking early in the morning on this day to avoid bad weather problems. Walking ahead from Thorang Phedi, we will reach Thorong La Pass. After ascending for around 4 hours, we will reach the pass decorated with the chortens and prayer flags. As you reach the top, you will be pleased by the exceptional views of the Annapurna, Nilgiri, and Dhaulagiri mountain ranges. We will then descend to the holy town of Muktinath.
Overnight at the guesthouse. Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner are included.
We will, on this day, visit the holy Muktinath temple, which holds several monasteries. It is a sacred pilgrimage spot for both Hindus and Buddhists. The temple is devoted to Lord Vishnu and has 108 water taps. Another appeal close by is the Jwala Mai Temple which has an everlasting flame of underground natural gas. We will then walk to Jomsom, famous for apple and apple products.
Overnight at the guesthouse. Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner are included.
We will take a flight from Jomsom to Pokhara. You will be transferred to the hotel and checked in. You can wander around beautiful lakes and other exciting sights in Pokhara for the rest of the day. Here, you can go sightseeing in different places or relax for this day.
Overnight at the hotel. Breakfast is included.
We will drive back from Pokhara to Kathmandu by tourist bus. Then, you will be transferred to the hotel. Overnight at hotel. Breakfast is included.
Approximately three hours before your scheduled departure flight, a representative from Escape Himalaya will transfer you to the airport and bid you farewell. You will fly back home with beautiful memories of the journey to Annapurna Circuit.
Breakfast is included.