Annapurna Circuit Trek

5,416m

36,750 INR

The Annapurna Circuit is not merely a trek through the Himalaya; it is a slow unfolding of landscapes, cultures, rivers, forests, and high mountain silence. Considered one of the world’s great long-distance walking journeys, the trail circles the mighty Annapurna Massif, carrying trekkers from lush subtropical valleys to the cold winds of the trans-Himalayan desert.

The journey begins among terraced fields and deep river gorges where waterfalls pour from dark cliffs and prayer flags flutter above small suspension bridges. Villages built of stone and timber rest quietly beneath snow-covered summits, while the sound of distant rivers accompanies every step. As the trail climbs higher through pine, oak, and rhododendron forests, the air grows thinner and cleaner, and the mountains begin to dominate the horizon.

The Annapurna Circuit is celebrated not only for its scenery, but for its extraordinary diversity. In a matter of days, the landscape transforms from green Himalayan foothills into the stark, wind-carved terrain of Mustang. Ancient Buddhist monasteries, spinning prayer wheels, mani walls, and chortens line the trail, reflecting the deep Tibetan influence of the upper valleys. Villages such as Manang and Muktinath feel timeless, suspended between mountain tradition and the changing world beyond.

At the heart of the trek lies the crossing of Thorong La Pass, standing at 5,416 meters above sea level. The ascent before dawn is long and demanding, yet deeply rewarding. As the first light touches the Himalayan giants — Annapurna I, Dhaulagiri, and the sharp pyramid of Machapuchare — the pass reveals one of the most unforgettable panoramas in Nepal. Prayer flags whip in the icy wind while endless ranges fade into Tibet beyond the northern horizon.

What makes the Annapurna Circuit truly memorable is the rhythm of life along the trail. Evenings are spent in warm teahouses beside yak-dung stoves, sharing stories with trekkers from across the world while cups of butter tea steam against frosted windows. Mornings arrive with golden sunlight on snowy peaks and the distant ringing of mule bells on ancient trade routes.

Unlike many treks that focus solely on mountain views, the Annapurna Circuit feels like a complete Himalayan journey — a passage through changing geography, culture, climate, and emotion. It is a trail where every bend offers a new landscape, and every village tells a different story of the mountains.

For many trekkers, the Annapurna Circuit is not simply a destination, but an experience that lingers long after the journey ends — a memory of vast skies, thin mountain air, and the quiet realization of how immense and beautiful the Himalaya can truly be.

For SAARC Countries

780 USD

For Other Countries
Overview of this Trek
Sept 25-Oct 8

2026

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Max Altitude

Duration

Grade

Distance

Best Time

5,416m

13 Days

Difficult

124 km

APR, Sept, Oct

Basics of this Trek
DAY 1

Arrival at Pokhara

Altitude: 822 m | Travel Type: Arrival & Preparation Day

Your journey begins in the beautiful lakeside city of Pokhara, the gateway to the Annapurna Himalaya.

After arrival, the day is free to relax, explore the peaceful streets around Phewa Lake, and prepare for the trek ahead. Snow-covered peaks can often be seen rising above the valley, giving the first glimpse of the mountains you’ll soon walk among.

It’s also the perfect time to organize gear, meet the trekking team, and settle into the slower rhythm of mountain travel.

Experience Character: Relaxed and preparation-focused
How you’ll feel: Excited, refreshed, and ready for the adventure ahead.

DAY 2

Pokhara → Dharapani (Drive)

Altitude: 822 m → 1,960 m | Driving Distance: ~210 km | Driving Time: 7–9 hrs

Your journey starts in the calm, almost dreamy atmosphere of Pokhara—cafés, lake reflections, and distant mountain silhouettes. It’s hard to imagine that in just a couple of days, you’ll be walking in one of the highest trekking regions in the world.

The drive is long, but not boring. You follow rivers that carve deep into the hills, pass terraced farms, and see daily life unfold in small Nepali villages. Roads get rougher as you go deeper, and slowly, you feel like you’re leaving the familiar behind.

By the time you reach Dharapani, things feel quieter. Simpler. Real.

How you’ll feel: A bit tired from the drive, but excited—it finally begins tomorrow.

DAY 3

Dharapani → Chame

Altitude: 1,960 m → 2,670 m | Distance: ~16 km | Trekking Time: 6–7 hrs | Difficulty: Moderate

Your first walking day is like a soft introduction. Nothing too harsh—just enough to get your body moving.

You’ll walk through forests, cross wooden and suspension bridges, and hear the constant sound of the Marsyangdi River beside you. It’s calming in a way—you don’t have to think too much, just walk.

Villages along the way give you small breaks—tea, smiles, and glimpses of mountain life.

By the time you reach Chame, the air already feels cooler. And if the clouds clear, you might catch your first proper snow peaks.

How you’ll feel: Legs waking up, body adjusting, mind relaxing into the rhythm.

DAY 4
Chame → Upper Pisang (Acclimatization Focus)

Altitude: 2,670 m → ~3,300 m | Distance: ~14 km | Trekking Time: 5–6 hrs | Difficulty: Moderate

Today is not about distance—it’s about smart gain.

You walk toward Pisang, but instead of stopping at the lower village, you continue to Upper Pisang, perched higher on the hillside. The climb is steady but not overwhelming.

Once you arrive, the views open beautifully—wide valley below, peaks rising quietly above.

Instead of pushing further, you stay here. Maybe take a short walk toward nearby ridges or just explore the village slowly.

This extra night here makes a big difference later.

How you’ll feel: Slightly breathless at times, but strong. This is your body learning altitude.

DAY 5

Pisang → Manang (Upper Trail)

Altitude: ~3,300 m → 3,540 m | Distance: ~17 km | Trekking Time: 6–7 hrs | Difficulty: Moderate to Challenging

This is your first “real” challenge—but also one of the most rewarding days.

The climb toward Ghyaru is steep. You’ll probably stop often—not because you’re tired, but because your body needs more oxygen now. That’s completely normal.

But every time you turn around—the views are unreal.

Snow peaks stretch across the horizon, and the landscape slowly changes from green to dry and rugged.

By the time you reach Manang, you’ll feel like you’ve entered a different world.

How you’ll feel: Slightly breathless, but proud. This is where the trek becomes real.

DAY 6

Acclimatization Day in Manang

Altitude: 3,540 m | Optional Hiking Distance: 4–10 km | Difficulty: Easy to Moderate

Today is important—probably more important than it looks.

You’re not “resting” completely. You’ll go for a short hike (maybe to Gangapurna Lake or higher viewpoints), then come back down.

This helps your body adjust to the altitude.

Manang itself is a beautiful place to slow down. Bakeries, mountain views, quiet streets—it’s a good place to just sit and take it all in.

How you’ll feel: Slower, maybe a mild headache—but this is your body adapting.

DAY 7

Manang → Khangsar → Shree Kharka

Altitude: 3,540 m → 4,050 m | Distance: ~10–12 km | Trekking Time: 5–6 hrs | Difficulty: Moderate

Today you leave the main trail—and it feels like it.

Fewer people. Narrower paths. More silence.

Khangsar village feels untouched, almost frozen in time. Beyond that, the trail becomes more raw, more mountain-like.

This is where the trek starts to feel more personal.

How you’ll feel: A bit quieter inside. More aware of surroundings.

DAY 8

Shree Kharka → Tilicho Base Camp

Altitude: 4,050 m → 4,150 m | Distance: ~7 km | Trekking Time: 4–5 hrs | Difficulty: Challenging

This is not a long day—but it needs focus.

You’ll walk across landslide-prone areas—loose rocks, narrow paths. It’s safe if you stay alert and move steadily.

Tilicho Base Camp sits in a dramatic location—surrounded by steep cliffs. It feels remote, almost fragile.

How you’ll feel: Alert, slightly tired, but mentally strong.

DAY 9

Tilicho Base Camp → Tilicho Lake → Back to Shree Kharka

Altitude: 4,150 m → 4,919 m → 4,050 m | Distance: ~16–18 km | Trekking Time: 7–9 hrs | Difficulty: Challenging

You start early. Really early. It’s cold, dark, and quiet. Your headlamp lights just a few steps ahead.

The climb is slow—and that’s okay. At this altitude, slow is strong. And then… you see it. Tilicho Lake

Still. Blue. Surrounded by snow and silence. No noise. No rush. Just a moment you’ll remember for a long time.

The way back is long—but by now, you know how to keep going.

How you’ll feel: Tired, amazed, emotional.

DAY 10

Shree Kharka → Yak Kharka

Altitude: 4,050 m → 4,050 m | Distance: ~10 km | Trekking Time: 4–5 hrs | Difficulty: Moderate

Back to the main trail. Today feels easier—not because it is, but because you’ve grown stronger. The body adapts quietly.

You’ll walk through open landscapes, maybe see yaks grazing, and feel the space around you.

How you’ll feel: Balanced. Settled.

DAY 11

Yak Kharka → Thorong Phedi

Altitude: 4,050 m → 4,450 m | Distance: ~7 km | Trekking Time: 3–4 hrs | Difficulty: Moderate

A short day, but important.

You move slowly, conserve energy, drink water, and prepare mentally.

Everyone around you knows what’s coming tomorrow.

There’s a quiet excitement in the air.

DAY 12

Thorong Phedi → Thorong La Pass → Muktinath

Altitude: 4,450 m → 5,416 m → 3,800 m | Distance: ~16–18 km | Trekking Time: 8–10 hrs | Difficulty: Tough / Severe

This is the hardest—and most rewarding—day.

You start before sunrise. It’s cold, and every step feels heavy. But you keep going.

Step. Breath. Step. Breath. And eventually—you reach the top.

Prayer flags mark Thorong La. Wind, mountains, silence… and a deep sense of achievement.

The descent is long, but gradually, the harsh high-altitude world softens into the dry beauty of Mustang.

Reaching Muktinath Temple feels… complete.

How you’ll feel: Exhausted. Proud. Quietly happy.

DAY 13

Muktinath → Jomsom → Pokhara

Driving Distance: ~160–170 km (depending on route) | Travel Time: Full day drive / flight + drive

From mountains to valley, from silence to movement.

Drive or fly back to Pokhara—where everything feels softer again.

A hot shower, a good meal, and maybe a long look at the mountains you just crossed.

Detailed Itinerary

Pokhara to Pokhara

COST INCLUSIONS

Transport

Car service will be from Pokhra to Chame & Muktinath to Pokhra.

Accommodation

Stay for Day 1 & Day 13 in Pokhara (Hostel).

Stay for Day 2 to Day 12 in Teahouse.

Trekking Guide

A mountaineering certified Trek Leader will guide you on routes, backpacking, diet planning, mountain hazards & other high-altitude topics. Along with a Local Guide for additional support.

Permit

Taxes, permit fees, and other charges imposed by local authorities, national parks etc.

Medical

First Aid kit, Pulse oximeter, Portable oxygen kit (where required for use of emergency service).

Meals

All non-veg/veg meals (breakfast, lunch, dinner) on all trek days (Day 2 lunch to Day 13 breakfast). For most of trekking days, we gave you a total freedom to your food choice.

COST EXCLUSIONS

  • Transport cost to reach Pokhra. Meals, snacks, mineral water, telephone, tips and other incidental expenses during travel to Pokhra.

  • Wifi, battery charge, hot shower during Trekking days.

  • Adventure insurance which covers a 5,000m high-altitude trek (which covers Emergency helicopter evacuation, medical treatment & other important aspects) is mandatory for this Trek. We can help you to get you one.

  • Gaiter & Microspikes are available on rent (if required).

  • Cost of doctors, medical officers, and trek leaders are trained in first–aid to assist in case of medical emergencies. Emergency evacuation costs owing to medical emergencies or weather conditions.

  • Trekkers are expected to carry their rucksacks, those intending to trek without rucksacks or carry only a day pack and offloading their backpacks onto horses/porters will have to bear an additional cost (2500-3000 NPR).

  • Anything not specifically mentioned under the cost inclusions.

Inclusions & Exclusions

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  • We realize that cancellation of any trek is not desired from both our and trekker’s side. We always look forward in providing an unforgettable experience of trekking or hiking in the mountains. However, if due to any unavoidable situation the trek gets canceled or any trekker compels to cancel the trek, we have certain flexible cancellation and rescheduling policies for our trekkers.

  • If a trek is cancelled at the last minute due to a natural disaster or unforeseeable circumstances (such as floods, earthquakes, landslides, any kind of natural calamity, wildlife movement, pandemic, lockdown, public protests, bandhs, local riots, political movement etc.), ‘Musaafiran’ will have a trek voucher for the full number. The voucher can be used for the same or a different trek over the next year.

  • ‘Musaafiran’ assumes no responsibility for any malfunction or injury to your clothes, supplies, or other belongings while on the trek. The trek fee covers all expenses associated with the trek from start to finish.

  • After starting the trek if any trekker wishes to discontinue the trek due to any medical emergencies or any other reason, there will be no refund. Trekker will have to come back on his/her own expenses.

  • Before every Trek, we share fitness routines, guidance on workouts, help with food habits etc. We take updates on the fitness routine every week from the Trekkers. But, if the Trekkers don’t update us about their fitness plans properly, we won't allow them to participate in the Trek. Getting wasted on the Trails due to lack of proper fitness create problems for other group members. So, if we feel that you aren’t fit for the trek or don’t match the requirements, we may have to cancel your Journey. In that case, our Standard Cancellation Policy will apply for the same.

  • During our Trek period, our Trek Leader/ Trek Guide will observe everyone carefully. So, it is advised that any person who is disrespectful, misbehaving, arrogant, bad attitude, is harmful towards the Trek Leader/ Trek Guide/ Cook/ Porter/ Local People/ Other Group Member, we will cancel His/Her Trek and send them back down. Also, it’s not advised to disturb/destroy the wildlife environment throughout the Trek.

Cancellation & Rescheduling Policy

Who can Participate ?

Basic Requirement

  • Minmum age should be 15 years.

  • Experience any high altitude trek, at least 1 trek of 4,000m.

  • The climber must be fit and have sufficient stamina to cover 5 km of distance in 40 minutes without stress.

  • The climber should be able to carry a 10-12 kg backpack.

Health Issues

  • The pulse rate at rest must be between (60 to 90 beats per minute).

  • Blood Pressure Reading must be in between (DIASTOLIC 75 – 85, SYSTOLIC 100 - 130 mm Hg).

  • The respiratory rate at rest must be between (12 to 20 breaths per minute)

  • Should not have Liver and kidney issues.

  • Should not have Diabetes Mellitus, Bronchial Asthma, Epilepsy, Heart problems, Very High blood pressure etc.

  • No pacemaker implant.

  • If your BMI is not normal, Please contact our Trek coordinator before Trek booking.

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