Chame

Chame is the district headquarters of Manang District and the first significant settlement on the upper Marsyangdi valley section of the Annapurna Circuit. Located at 2,700 m, it is surrounded by pine forests and offers dramatic views of the Annapurna range, particularly the peak of Lamjung Himal.

The climate is cool with warm summer days and cold nights. The best trekking seasons are March–May and September–November. Winters are very cold.

By Plane

The nearest airport is at Pokhara (PKR). Most visitors arrive on foot from Besisahar (4–6 days trek).

By Train

No train service.

By Car / Road

A road from Besisahar now reaches Chame, but most trekkers arrive on foot.

On foot. The village is spread along the river.

• Lamjung Himal Views – The mountain rises dramatically above the village.
• Chame Hot Springs – Natural hot springs by the river, popular for tired trekkers.
• Chame Gompa – A small Tibetan Buddhist monastery.
• Marsyangdi River – The glacial river runs through the valley.
• Pine forests – The lower valley around Chame is beautifully forested.

Soak in the hot springs. Acclimatise before heading higher. Explore the surrounding forests.

Lodges serve dal bhat, noodles, and Tibetan bread.

Tea and boiled water.

• Budget: Basic lodges (Rs 300–800).
• Mid-range: Standard lodges (Rs 800–1500).

Basic supplies and trekking snacks.

• Manang (2–3 days trek north) – Main acclimatisation stop.
• Besisahar (4–6 days trek south) – Trailhead.
• Pisang (3–4 hours trek north) – Village with views of Annapurna II.
• Thorong La Pass (4–5 days trek north) – High pass crossing.