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Annapurna Circuit Trek – 12 days

12 Days

Annapurna Circuit Trek is the classic trek in the Himalayas. Annapurna is a Himalayan region in north-central Nepal famed for its magnificent views, rough landscape, and isolated mountain settlements, desolate high mountains, hot springs, Buddhist and Hindu Temples and the stunning views of Annapurna Summit. The Annapurna Circuit Trek is still without doubt one of the best treks anywhere in the world despite inroads being developed in the region.

The overall length of the trip ranges between 160–230 kilometers (100–145 mi), depending on where motorized transportation is used and where the trek concludes. This hike traverses two river valleys and rounds the Annapurna Massif. The hike is moderate to fairly demanding, with multiple river crossings over steel and wooden suspension bridges. There are tea shops and lodges along the route where you may eat and stay.

Itinerary Outline

Day Description Altitude (Meters) Trekking Duration
1 Arrival in Kathmandu. Meet at Airport and Transfer to Hotel 1,365
2 Drive from Kathmandu to BesiSahar and to Chame 2670 6-7 hours
3 Trek from Chame to Upper Pisang 3100 5 hours
4 Pisang to Manang 3540 5 hours
5 Acclimatisation day at Manang 4600
6 Manang to Letdar 4200 5 hours
7 Letdar to Thorung Phedi 4450 3-4 hours
8 Thorung Phedi to Thorung La Pass to Muktinath 5416 7-8 hours
9 Muktinath to Jomsom 2730 4-5 hours
10 Jomsom to Pokhara by Flight 15 minutes
11 Pokhara to Kathmandu 25 minutes
12 Departure

Required Permit for Annapurna Circuit with Tilicho Lake

To trek to Annapurna Circuit and Tilicho Lake, you’ll need to obtain two trekking permits. They are:

Annapurna Conservation Area Project (ACAP) Permit

Where to obtain:

  •     Nepal Tourism Board Office on Pradarshani Marg, Kathmandu
  •     Nepal Tourism Board Service Center in Damside

How much does it cost:

  •     US$30 for international travelers
  •     US$2 for SAARC travelers

Trekkers’ Information Management System (TIMS) Card

Where to obtain:

  •     Nepal Tourism Board Office on Pradarshani Marg, Kathmandu
  •     Nepal Tourism Board Service Center in Damside
  •     TAAN Lakeside Office in Shanti Patan, Pokhara

How much does it cost:

  •     US$20 for individual trekkers
  •     US$10 for group trekkers
  •     For SAARC, US$6 individual trekkers
  •     For SAARC, US$3 group trekkers

Things required to acquire TIMS Card

  •     Permit fees
  •     Photocopy of your passport
  •     Passport size photographs

You can send your enquiry via the form below.

Annapurna Circuit Trek – 12 days