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Ngawal: The Upper Trail of the Annapurna Circuit

Pokhara and Annapurna

In this article
  1. Ngawal at a glance
  2. Highlights
  3. Trips and guides
  4. Plan your visit

Ngawal is a stone village at about 3,660 m on the upper route of the Annapurna Circuit between Upper Pisang and Braga. The high trail gives wide views of Annapurna II, III and IV, and helps acclimatisation.

Quick answer: Choose the upper route via Ghyaru and Ngawal instead of the valley road for better views and acclimatisation.

Ngawal at a glance

FactDetails
AltitudeAbout 3,660 m
RouteUpper trail, Pisang to Manang
ViewsAnnapurna II, III and IV
BenefitBetter acclimatisation
LodgesYes

Highlights

  • Prayer wheels and old houses.
  • Views across the Manang valley.
  • Quiet trails away from jeeps.

Trips and guides

Plan your visit

Ngawal is the scenic high road to Manang. Contact us and our Kathmandu team will help you plan it.

Frequently asked questions

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About 3,660 m.

Yes, on the upper route.

Better views and acclimatisation.

Annapurna II, III and IV.

Yes.