Himalayan Trek: Exploring the Annapurna Circuit

If you are yearning for the experience of exploring the forbidden peaks of the Himalayan, then a trek in the Himalayas is what you need. Listed here are the basic Himalayan trek essentials and how you should do it.

Since the first successful ascent to the Mount Everest which was over 60 years ago, the Himalayan trek has been far more accessible to many walkers from around the globe. The trek is ten times more than the size of France and doing it can be really intimidating. The Himalayan trek is vast especially when you include the mountain ranges from the west of Indus. Although there are some areas in the trek that are wild and barely populated, there is still an incredible diversity of cultures that have adapted in the cold environment, surviving exceptionally. One of the famous circuits in the Himalayan trek is the Annapurna Circuit in Nepal. The Annapurna circuit is considered to be one of the best treks in the work. But this part of the Himalayan is being threatened by the road construction making its future very vivid. There are four regions that are passed through the Annapurna circuit: thrLamjung, Mustang, Manang and Myagdi. If you are going on a Himalayan trek, from Dharapani to Kegbeni, you will be passing the circuit that follows the Marsyangdi River to the source of the water which is in the nearby village of Manang. The road of circuit takes several days of uphill hiking.

The main trekking season in the Himalayans is between October and November. During these times, there are huge trekking crowds going on an adventure. Although it is possible to do the trekking in the Himalayan circuit and Annapurna trek most of the year, people usually come during these months including the seasons of September and December where the circuit is less busy. The spring season is also great to go to the circuit or other parts of the trek if you want to go on a warmer temperature. But some guide books do not recommend this because there is a higher chance of getting foggy views compared during the times of the peak season in October.

When trekking in the circuit, many backpackers prefer to have the support of a guide and a porter. Trekking in the Himalayan trek and Annapurna circuit is very dangerous when done alone. The path of the Annapurna circuit is very easy to follow and it lasts for about 3 hours before you will arrive to a small village that has lodges and restaurants.

When it comes to trekking in any place or circuit, it is important to be wary of the things you bring and the people you meet. You have to know the policies of the government and must be able to follow them accordingly. Trekking is a wonderful experience that should be done with adequate preparation and time. The Himalayan and the Annapurna circuit are the best places to have a wonderful trekking experience in the world.  Bring your friends and family with you along and have the best trekking experience you can have in your life.