Annapurna Circuit Trek

Key Information
  • Duration13 Days
  • DestinationNepal
  • Difficulty Level Moderate
  • Max Altitude 5416m
  • Starts/Ends Kathmandu-Pokhara
  • Best Season Autumn (Mid september-Mid december) Spring (Mid March-Mid May)

Trip Highlights

  • An adventurous 13-day trek in Nepal, ideal for experienced trekkers
  • Explore Kathmandu and Pokhara, the two big cities in Nepal
  • A trekking route that offers everything from rich cultural heritage to lush forests, terraces, and diverse landscapes
  • Spend nights in picturesque villages and get to see the unique lifestyle of the locals
  • Come across beautiful waterfalls, suspension bridges, rivers, and lakes
  • Cross the challenging Thorong La pass and explore one of the significant pilgrimage sites in Nepal, Muktinath
  • Walk along the deepest gorge in the world, Kali Gandaki gorge
  • Witness breathtaking mountain panoramas

Trip Overview

Annapurna circuit trek is the best of all the trekking routes in the Himalayas. You will experience everything on this trek, whether it be adventure, rich cultural heritage, mountain lifestyle, diverse landscapes, lush rhododendron forests, terraces, and stunning mountains.

The Annapurna circuit was opened in 1980, and since then, hundreds and thousands of travelers from around the world have explored it. The beauty of this trekking route is mesmerizing. From the dense forests to the top of Thorong La pass and beyond it, the Annapurna circuit trek offers a lot to discover.

The locals and mountain views along the Annapurna circuit trail

Many different communities exist along the Annapurna circuit trail. You will meet Gurung, Magar, Chhetri, Brahamans, Thakali, etc. The culture, tradition, and beliefs of all these communities are different from each other. There are temples, stupas, and prayer flags throughout the trail to keep you hooked on the religious richness of the area.

Likewise, the trail is also dotted with numerous beautiful mountains like Annapurna I (8,091 m/26,545 ft), Dhaulagiri (8,167 m/26,795 ft, Manaslu (8,163 m/26,781 ft), Nilgiri (7,061 m/23,166 ft), Hiunchuli (6,441 m/21,132 ft), Machhapuchhre (6,993 m/22,943 ft), Gangapurna (7,455 m/24,459 ft), etc. From verdant valleys and picturesque villages, the trail offers views of arid landscapes and apple orchards.

Annapurna Circuit is a teahouse trek

The Annapurna Circuit Trek is a teahouse trek with a wide range of accommodation options, from basic lodges to comfortable luxury hotels. Our package includes comfortable mid-range lodges with private attached bathrooms whenever available. If you would like more comfort, you can upgrade to luxury accommodation for an additional cost. If you prefer basic accommodation to reduce your trip cost, we can customise the package to suit your budget. At Ascent Adventures Nepal, we always ensure you have clean, comfortable, and suitable accommodation throughout your trek.

The Annapurna Circuit Trek also offers a great variety of food. You can enjoy traditional Nepali dishes such as Dal Bhat (steamed rice, lentil soup, vegetable curry, meat curry, and pickle), momo, and chowmein, as well as international favourites like pizza, pasta, burgers, and yak steak. In larger villages such as Manang and Muktinath, you can also find fresh bakery items and freshly brewed coffee. At Ascent Adventures Nepal, we make sure you receive nutritious and satisfying meals to keep you energised throughout your trekking adventure.

Is Annapurna circuit trek 13 days right for you?

Annapurna circuit trek is for experienced trekkers. It is a long trek in the mountains and demands good health, fitness, and endurance. If you are a beginner trekker, this trek may get quite difficult. We have Ghorepani Poon Hill trek and Khopra Danda trek for the beginner trekkers. Similarly, if you wish to push yourself a little more, then join our Everest Base Camp trek.

Booking open for Annapurna circuit trek 2026

Our Annapurna circuit trek 2026 booking is open. We are offering the best Annapurna circuit trek cost for 2026. All the major services are included in our cost. Joining us for this adventurous trek, you will be following a well-designed itinerary with ample acclimatization days.

If you have any questions regarding the Annapurna circuit trek or want to customize the Annapurna circuit trek itinerary, feel free to contact us.

Itinerary

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This itinerary has been carefully designed to give you the best trekking experience. We have skipped the lower section of the trek due to the jeep road disturbance and after reaching Muktinath we drive directly to Pokhara, as the road is well meintained and the journey takes only about 5-6 hours. If you would like to customize this itinerary to suit your preferences, please don't hesitate to tell us. 

One of our company staff will receive you from the airport and transfer you to your hotel by private vehicle. Your hotel is located in Thamel, which is in the heart of Kathmandu city. In the evening we will collect you from the hotel and take you for a welcome dinner. During the dinner, we will brief you about the entire program, and then we will move forward accordingly.

Today is your preparation day. You will meet with your guide, who will brief you about the entire trip and check your gear to make sure you have enough equipment for the entire journey. If you don't have proper gear, then the guide will advise you to purchase enough. You can buy or rent from the trekking shop nearby the hotel.

We will take you on a short Kathmandu city tour. The tour guide will take you to Kathmandu Durbar Square and Swayambhunath, also known as the Monkey Temple, which is situated at a UNESCO World Heritage site. You will get an opportunity to engage with locals and witness Nepalese customs, culture, religion, and tradition during the tour. 

This morning you need to wake up early at 5 am and get into the bus or car depending on the group size. The vehicle will pick you from your hotel. You will drive through villages, farms, fast-flowing River and glimpses of mountain ranges. On the way, you will stop for your lunch. When you reach at Besisahar, you need to change vehicle because of off-road. Jeep road will take around 3 hours, and you will reach at your destination of the day.

  • Distance from kathmandu to Dharapani: 218.1 km

Today's trek takes us through a forest with pine, oak, and maple trees, eventually taking us to Chame, the district headquarter of Manang district. You will find yourself surrounded by the green forests, and over you, you will see remarkable views of Lamjung Himal, Annapurna II, Manaslu and Annapurna IV (7,525m). We will also be able to go small hot springs and relax for a while, and if you want, you can take a dip in those hot springs.

  • Distance: 15 km

Today you will trek along the Marshangdi River and cross a few suspension bridges. Mostly you will walk into the pine forest, and lunch stop will be at Dhukur Pokhari. You will ascend around 415 m. Pisang has a two different villages, one is in the lower and one is in the upper. You will be staying at lower village because lower village has good hotels, but we will hike up to upper pisang by the Afternoon. There is a beautiful monastery where we will visit, and from there we will see beautiful Annapurna mountain ranges then we will return to our hotel.

  • Distance: 13.2 km/8.2 miles

We leave Pisang behind and trek on the upper trails of Pisang via Geru. This path offers outstanding north face views of Annapurna II, III, IV, Gangapurna, Tilicho, and Pisang Peak. Since we are ascending, you will feel the air turn cold, dry, and harsh. Even in this harsh environment, you will find Tibetan-style settlements, and we will not miss visiting the Barge Monastery - the largest monastery in Manang. You will pass through another beautiful village Ngwal where you will stop for lunch.

  • Distance: 17 km/10.6 miles

Today is your acclimatization day. Most of the tourists like to explore the village and visit Ngarchang for an acclimatization hike by the Gangapurna Lake and return to the hotel and relax. Some tourist who are fit and interested in hiking a bit higher then they visit the ice lake, which is 7-9 hours of trek. By reaching Manang, we will have gained a lot of elevation, and our body needs time to adjust to high altitudes, so we will stop at Manang for a day.

Today is a short and easy day. You will be walking above the tree line, so you will feel a bit more altitude. You will be surrounded by breathtaking views throughout the trail. You will ascend through a gentle, easy trail by passing mani walls, villages, and yak grazing fields where you can encounter yaks and sometimes blue sheep. You are reaching Yak Kharka by lunchtime, so you will have lunch at the hotel. Keep your bags, and after lunch you will be taken for a short hike to acclimatise. While you return to your hotel, just relax, drink, eat, and spend overnight. 

  • Distance: 9.1 km/5.6 miles

Today is another short walk; the paths are gentle up and down, not very steep, and the vistas are breathtaking. Trekking can be hard owing to the thin air, but we urge you to walk slowly and methodically. Before you arrive at the Thorong Phedi, you will have to traverse two suspension bridges and a large section of landslide. After assessing the landslip section's condition, our guide will allow you to cross with caution. When you arrive at Thorong Phedi, you will store your belongings in your accommodation, have a lunch, then go for a short hike for acclimatisation.

  • Distance: 8.5 km/5.2 miles

Today's trek will be the most highlight and challenging part of this whole trip, as we will be crossing Thorong La Pass - one of the most popular and highest trekking pass in Nepal. It is also the highest point of the trek. Late afternoon can be too windy so to avoid the afternoon wind, we wake up early at 3 am and push ourselves through high altitude and icy wind.

When you concore the Thorong La Pass, just by seeing the incredible scenery, you will feel that nature and you desearve it. From the pass, you can see the Himalayan peaks extending to Tibet in the north, and if you look back, you will see stunning Annapurna ranges you will feel proud of yourself.

We descend from Thorong La Pass to reach Muktinath! it will take approx 3 hours and before reaching your hotel you will visit Hindus temple  and Buddhists monestery. The Buddhist name for Muktinath is Chumig Ghasa which means Hundred Waters in Tibetan. And, of course, Muktinath hosts 108 stone taps through which flows the spring icy cold water of Kali Gandaki. In addition to the water sprouts, you will also see the eternal flame into the noon monestery, local believe that has been burning there for more than 2000 years.

  • Distance: 15.6 km

Your journey will start after breakfast. Embarking on a road trip from Muktinath to Pokhara is an adventure filled with breathtaking landscapes and rich cultural experiences. The journey, which covers approximately 180 kilometers. The road from Jomsom to Pokhara involves a mix of well-paved roads and bumpy paths. In the beginning from Muktinath the road is smooth-well paved and some part is still bumpy and uneven; however, as you reach Beni, the road becomes smooth and pleasant. There will be several breaks for tea, coffee, foods, loo and you will have chance to visit Kagbeni, Jomsom, Marfa village and Tatopani. 

On our twelve day, after breakfast, we will take a private vehicle from Pokhara to Kathmandu. You may also choose to return by a 45-minute flight (not included in the package) for an extra cost. Our trek package completes at Kathmandu. Ascent Adventures Nepal will also host a farewell dinner at Kathmandu later in the day.

We hope, by completing this trek, you will have formed lifelong memories.

You may also choose to return by a 45-minute flight for paying extra cost.

  • Meals: Breakfast only

 Ascent Adventures Nepal representatives will transport you to the airport by private vehicle for your smooth departure around three hours prior to your scheduled flight. 

Cost Details

Includes
  • Airport pick-up and drop-off by private vehicle.
  • 3 night hotel accommodation in Kathmandu in a 4-star category hotel on a BB plan, sharing basis (twin bed room). Unless private is required.
  • 1 night hotel accommodation in Pokhara in a 3-star category hotel on a BB plan. 
  • All the ground transportation by private vehicle.
  • Guide & porter with their salary and insurance. 
  • Three meals a day: breakfast, lunch, and dinner during the trek.
  • Drinks such as tea, coffee, and treated drinking water.
  • Welcome/farewell group dinner and trek briefing
  • Accommodation during the trek in a local guest house.
  • Duffel bag for use only.
  • Sleeping bag for use only. 
  • All the necessary trekking permits.
  • First aid/medical kit.
Excludes
  • Nepal entry fees or visa fees.
  • International flight.
  • Personal trekking equipment or trekking gear.
  • Food & Drinks during the stay in Kathmandu or in case of early return from trekking.
  • Extra night Accommodation in Kathmandu or in case of early return from trekking.
  • Travel Insurance covering (Travel & high altitude insurance for any accident, emergency helicopter evacuation or hospital medication).
  • Hard drinks, Soft drinks, bottle of hot water and mineral water & other beverages.
  • Internet service and Mobile battery charging.
  • Tipping.
  • Any other service or activities which are not mention.
Essential Information

Guide and Porter during your trek

Your trip will be led by a well-trained guide with a government licence. He or she will speak good English, so there will be no problem with communication. Every evening during dinner, your guide will explain the next day's plan. They will also share interesting facts about the local culture, religion, traditions, and mountains. We always provide professional guides to make sure your journey is safe, smooth, and enjoyable.

During the trek, our porter will carry your main baggage. We provide you a very experience, strong, honest, and kind porters who are always ready to help. They will make your trek easier and more comfortable. You can trust our team to take good care of you throughout the trip.

What to pack for Annapurna Circuit Trek? 

Head & Hand

  • Sun Cap
  • Wool/Fleece warm Hat
  • Balaclava
  • Neck Gaiter/High Neck
  • Lightweight Synthetic Liner Glove
  • Wind Stopper Fleece Gloves

Clothes

  • Underwear
  • Short-Sleeved Shirts/T-shirts
  • Lightweight Top/Thermo Coat
  • Midweight Top
  • Fleece Jacket
  • Down Insulated Jacket
  • Lightweight Long Underpants
  • Midweight Long Underpants
  • Trekking Pants
  • Synthetic Insulated Pants
  • Trekking Socks
  • Lightweight wind jacket
  • Rain coat/Rain jacket
  • Towel

Miscellaneous

  • Trekking Poles
  • Swiss Knife
  • Sandals/Slipper
  • Lightweight Hiking/Trekking Boots
  • Rucksacks/Day bag (45 - 55 Ltr.)
  • Sleeping Bag
  • 1 Duffel Bag
  • Water Bottles
  • Rain Coat
  • Headlight with spare batteries
  • Waterproof Stuff Sacks
  • Journal/Pen
  • Bars & Snacks
  • Travel Documents

Toiletries

  • Hand Sanitizers & Hand wash
  • Wet Tissues
  • Toothpaste
  • Toothbrush
  • Bath Soap
  • Shampoo
  • Moisturizers
  • Laundry Soap
  • Garbage Bag

First Aid Kit

  • Sunscreen (-50 Spf)
  • Lips Guard (-20/-50 Spf)
  • Water Purification Tablets
  • Baby Wipes or Wet Towels
  • Handy Plaster
  • Crack Bandage
  • Tincture
  • Lodine
  • Strepsils
  • Antibiotic
  • Paracetamol
  • Aspirin
  • Sinex
  • Anti-Diarrhea Capsule/Eldoper
  • Brufen/Ibuprofens
  • Diamox
  • Eye Drops
  • Zip-Lock Bags
Client Reviews
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  • rating star Best Trekking Adventure Ever!

    ​Bigraj and the Ascent Adventures team provided an amazing Annapurna Circuit experience. Everything from the food and accommodation to the insights into Nepalese culture and the mountains was of a exceptionally high standard. Safety checks were also thorough throughout. Whether facing the challenges of the mountain or relaxing in the tea houses, our porter Pisang and guide Bigraj were brilliant company and took incredible care of us. We really appreciate all their effort and attention to detail.

    Sean
    SeanAustralia, July 05, 2026
    TripAdvisor
  • rating star What an ADVENTURE

    What an ADVENTURE! Bigraj and his porter Pasang were wonderful. I did the Annapurna Circuit over 10 days in May 2026, in a couple. Bigraj looked after our safety, comfort and fun well. He is very knowledgeable about the altitude sickness and safe trekking. He firstly spent time at our hotel in Kathmandu checking all our equipment and clothing specifically, then helped us buy all the things we were missing in town. Checking everything thoroughly. He walked us through the itinerary, and had flexibility depending on our fitness levels and altitude adjustments. We stayed in tea houses (hotels) with great views and fantastic food. The four of us (my bf and I, porter and guide) played cards and shared stories. I learnt much about Nepalese culture and the mountains we were traversing. We trusted Bigraj with his judgement and care once we got to the trickier parts of the mountain.
    His itineraries are flexible, so you can customize what he advertises on his website. He was very communicative in the months leading up to the trip… responding within a few hours on fb or WhatsApp.
    Thank you so much Bigraj and Pisang!

    Stella
    StellaAustralia, June 02, 2026
    Google
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