The trek everyone has heard of. Still worth it.

Annapurna Circuit

Nepal16 DaysModerate–Hard5,416m max

Thorong La at 5,416m, the Muktinath temple and the deep Kali Gandaki gorge, over 16 days around the Annapurna massif.

From
US$ 950
per person · small groups of 2–6
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Trip overview.

Thorong La at 5,416m, the Muktinath temple and the deep Kali Gandaki gorge, over 16 days around the Annapurna massif. The trek everyone has heard of. Still worth it.

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Trip highlights

  • •Cross Thorong La at 5,416m, the high point of the circuit.
  • •Muktinath temple and the deep Kali Gandaki gorge.
  • •16 days around the Annapurna massif.
  • •The Manang valley, and the Poon Hill sunrise over Dhaulagiri and Annapurna.
  • •Small groups, and I guide you the whole way.
  • •All permits included.
Lopsang Sherpa

Lopsang Sherpa

Licensed local guide · Licence No. 20007

I keep every departure small, from two to six trekkers. When a group reaches six, a second licensed guide joins it, so no one is left unsupported on the pass. You plan your trip directly with me.

Before the trek, I ask what you most want to see and adjust the route to fit. On the trail I watch the weather each day and change the plan when a different schedule means a clearer crossing or a better view. You walk the itinerary that suits the mountains that week, not one printed months in advance.

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Topographic

Altitude profile.

01,0002,0003,0004,0005,0006,0005,416 mThorong La Pass DAY 1Arrival in KathmDAY 10Thorong La Pass DAY 15Pokhara → Kathma
Elevation across the itinerary. Days without an overnight altitude are not plotted.

Day-by-day itinerary.

Walk: —
You land in Kathmandu. I meet you at the airport with a marigold garland and get you to your hotel to rest before the trek.

What's included.

  • Airport pick-up and drop-off (international arrival & departure)
  • Teahouse / lodge accommodation on the trek
  • All meals on the trek (breakfast, lunch, dinner)
  • Licensed, English-speaking guide (salary, meals, accommodation, insurance)
  • All required trekking permits
  • Ground transport as per the itinerary
  • First-aid kit and pulse oximeter

What's NOT included.

  • International flights to/from Kathmandu
  • Nepal visa fee
  • Travel and medical/evacuation insurance (required, and I help you choose)
  • Domestic flights where the itinerary uses them (e.g. Lukla) unless confirmed
  • Hotel and meals in Kathmandu (before/after the trek)
  • Personal expenses (hot showers, wifi, snacks, drinks, laundry)
  • Personal trekking gear
  • Tips for guide and porter (customary)
  • Anything not listed under Includes
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Permits & costs.

Annapurna Circuit requires the permits below. They are all mandatory, and I handle every one for you as part of your trip price.

Permit
Cost
Annapurna Conservation Area Permit (ACAP)
National Trust for Nature Conservation (NTNC)
NPR 3,000 (~$23 USD)
TIMS Card (Trekkers’ Information Management System)
Nepal Tourism Board / TAAN
NPR 2,000 (~$15 USD), often waived in 2026; confirmed at booking

These are the current published government fees. I confirm the exact permit cost when you book.

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What trekkers say

Ella · United Kingdom★★★★★

Annapurna Circuit

The Annapurna Circuit was one of the most incredible experiences! We did 12 days total of trekking and every day felt completely different. Sometimes walking through lush valleys, jungle, and little mountain villages, to high altitude landscapes and taking in the views of the Himalayas... The trek can be a bit challenging, especially as you get higher and you have to deal with altitude, going in monsoon season meant a lot of changing weather but it made reaching Thorong La even more rewarding... my guide was helpful and motivating throughout.

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The Annapurna Circuit was one of the most incredible experiences! We did 12 days total of trekking and every day felt completely different. Sometimes walking through lush valleys, jungle, and little mountain villages, to high altitude landscapes and taking in the views of the Himalayas. The trek can be a bit challenging, especially as you get higher and you have to deal with altitude, going in monsoon season meant a lot of changing weather but it made reaching Thorong La even more rewarding. The local tea houses and people met along the way made the experience feel even more special. I would definitely recommend doing the Annapurna Circuit and my guide was helpful and motivating throughout. It is an experience that I will never forget and I can't wait to go back to Nepal again to do a different trek in peak season!

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