Trip Overview
The Annapurna Circuit Trek is one of the world’s most celebrated trekking routes, offering an unforgettable journey through diverse landscapes, traditional mountain villages, ancient monasteries, and high Himalayan passes. The trek circles the Annapurna Massif and crosses the famous Thorong La Pass (5,416m), providing spectacular views of Annapurna, Dhaulagiri, Manaslu, and Tilicho Peak. This adventure combines natural beauty, cultural immersion, and high-altitude trekking into one remarkable experience.
Accomodation
- Comfortable Tea Houses and Mountain Lodges
Transportation
- Private Vehicle / Tourist Bus / Local Jeep
Highlights
- Cross Thorong La Pass (5,416m)
- Explore the beautiful Manang Valley
- Visit sacred Muktinath Temple
- Experience Gurung, Thakali, and Tibetan cultures
- Optional excursion to Tilicho Lake
- Panoramic views of Annapurna, Dhaulagiri, Manaslu, and Nilgiri
- Diverse landscapes from forests to alpine deserts
- Traditional mountain villages and monasteries
Itinerary
Day 1- Arrival in Kathmandu (1,400m)
Airport pickup and trek briefing.
Day 2- Drive Kathmandu to Dharapani (1,860m)
Scenic drive through rivers, hills, and villages.
Day 3- Trek Dharapani to Chame (2,670m)
Beautiful pine forests and mountain views.
Day 4- Trek Chame to Upper Pisang (3,300m)
Spectacular views of Annapurna II and Pisang Peak.
Day 5- Trek Upper Pisang to Manang (3,540m)
Explore traditional villages and Himalayan culture.
Day 6- Acclimatization Day in Manang
Short hikes and altitude adaptation.
Day 7 – Trek Manang to Yak Kharka (4,050m)
Trek Manang to Yak Kharka
Day 8 – Trek Yak Kharka to Thorong Phedi (4,525m)
Trek Yak Kharka to Thorong Phedi
Day 9 – Cross Thorong La Pass (5,416m) and Trek to Muktinath (3,760m)
One of the trek’s most rewarding days.
Day 10 – Trek Muktinath to Jomsom (2,720m)
Trek Muktinath to Jomsom
Day 11 – Drive Jomsom to Tatopani (1,190m)
Drive Jomsom to Tatopani
Day 12 – Trek Tatopani to Ghorepani (2,860m)
Trek Tatopani to Ghorepani
Day 13 – Early Morning Hike to Poon Hill (3,210m) and Trek to Tadapani
Early Morning Hike to Poon Hill and Trek to Tadapani
Day 14 – Trek Tadapani to Ghandruk
Trek Tadapani to Ghandruk
Day 15 – Drive Ghandruk to Pokhara
Drive Ghandruk to Pokhara
Day 16 – Drive or Fly to Kathmandu and Final Departure
Drive or Fly to Kathmandu and Final Departure
Cost Includes
- Airport pickup and drop-off
- Kathmandu hotel (2 nights)
- Pokhara hotel (1 night)
- Private transportation as per itinerary
- Professional English-speaking trekking guide
- Necessary porter service (2 trekkers : 1 porter)
- Guide and porter insurance
- Tea house accommodation during trek
- Three meals per day during trekking
- Annapurna Conservation Area Permit (ACAP)
- TIMS Card
- First aid kit and oximeter
- Government taxes and service charges
Cost Excludes
- International airfare
- Nepal visa fees
- Travel insurance
- Personal trekking equipment
- Hot showers and charging fees
- WiFi and personal phone calls
- Soft drinks and alcoholic beverages
- Tips for guide and porter
- Personal expenses
- Emergency rescue costs
- Extra accommodation due to delays
Required Permits
- Annapurna Conservation Area Permit (ACAP)
- TIMS Card (Trekkers’ Information Management System)
Clothing
- Down Jacket
- Waterproof Jacket
- Thermal Base Layers
- Trekking Pants
- Fleece Jacket
- Gloves
- Warm Hat
- Sun Hat
Footwear
- Trekking Boots
- Camp Shoes
- Wool Socks
Equipment
- Sleeping Bag (-15°C recommended)
- Trekking Poles
- Headlamp
- Water Bottles
- Daypack (30–40L)
- Duffel Bag
Personal Items
- Sunscreen
- Lip Balm
- Sunglasses
- Personal Medications
- Power Bank
- Passport Copies
Physical Preparation
Participants should have a reasonable level of fitness and be comfortable walking 5–8 hours daily on varied mountain terrain.
Starting From
US$ 1,199 /person
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Lakpa Tharke Sherpa is a professional trekking and climbing guide from Taplejung, a remote Himalayan region near Mt. Kanchenjunga. Growing up in the mountains gave him a deep connection to nature, culture, and high-altitude life.
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