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Annapurna Circuit Trek — 14 Days
14 days5,416 mFrom Besisahar (drive from Pokhara)Best: Oct–Nov, Mar–May
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Duration
14 days
From
$1,600/person
Max Altitude
5,416 m
Difficulty
Challenging
Starts
Besisahar (drive from Pokhara)
Group Size
2–12 People
Stay
Tea House
Meals
Breakfast & Dinner
Best Season
Oct–Nov, Mar–May
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Trip Highlights
Thorong La Pass (5,416 m) — highest trek pass in Nepal
Muktinath Temple — sacred Hindu and Buddhist site
Kagbeni and the Kali Gandaki Gorge — world's deepest
Tilicho Lake side excursion option
Pokhara to Jomsom flight return option
Diverse landscapes: subtropical forest to high alpine desert
Fourteen days walking the full Annapurna Circuit the traditional way — every valley earned on foot, culminating in the high drama of Thorong La Pass at 5,416m.
Day-by-Day Itinerary(14 days)
Altitude Profile
Peak: 5,416 m · Day 10Drive to Besisahar (6–7 hrs), then continue by jeep or walk to Bahundanda. The circuit begins in lush subtropical hills along the Marsyangdi river.
1,310 m5–6 hours18 kmB, DTea House
The Annapurna Circuit is one of the world's great long-distance treks — a 14-day loop around the entire Annapurna massif that crosses the highest motorable pass in the world, traverses one of earth's deepest river gorges, and passes through a cultural landscape of remarkable diversity: Hindu villages in the subtropical lowlands, Gurung and Magar communities in the middle hills, and Tibetan-Buddhist Manang and Mustang cultures above 3,500 m.
This 14-day itinerary takes the northern approach (bus/jeep from Besisahar) and exits via Jomsom mountain flight, covering the classic high sections while avoiding the jeep-road segments below Jagat that have diminished the lower circuit. The centrepiece is the Thorong La Pass (5,416 m) — the highest trekking pass in the Annapurna region — crossed in the pre-dawn cold before dropping 1,600 m to the ancient pilgrimage town of Muktinath, with its 108 waterspouts and eternal flame shrinking from the pass's icy grandeur. The Manang Valley acclimatisation day includes the Tilicho Lake side-trip option (4,919 m) for those wanting one of the world's highest lakes.
The Kali Gandaki gorge descent from Muktinath to Tatopani passes the ochre cliffs of Nilgiri (7,061 m) rising sheer from the riverbed, and the twin 8,000 m peaks of Dhaulagiri and Annapurna facing each other across the valley — a geological and visual spectacle without parallel on earth.
What Has Changed on the Annapurna Circuit?
The lower sections of the circuit (Besisahar to Chame, and Muktinath to Beni) have been partially replaced by a rough vehicle track. Our 14-day itinerary is specifically designed to start above Chame by jeep and exit from Jomsom by flight, so the trail you walk is the highland circuit at its best — the high Manang valley, the Thorong La crossing, and the Mustang upper gorge — with zero time wasted on dusty jeep road. The trail above 3,000 m is intact, spectacular, and carries nowhere near the traffic of the Everest region.
Best seasons: October–November and March–May. Thorong La: Closed in heavy snowfall (December–February); our itinerary includes weather contingency. Max altitude: Thorong La 5,416 m.
What's Included
Included
- All domestic transport
- Annapurna Conservation Area Permit (ACAP)
- TIMS card
- Licensed English-speaking guide
- Porter (1 per 2 guests)
- Tea house accommodation (double/twin room)
- Breakfast and dinner daily
- Welcome and farewell dinners
- First aid kit
- All government taxes
Not Included
- International flights
- Nepal visa
- Travel insurance
- Lunches
- Personal gear
- Tips
Best Time to Go
Autumn (Oct–Nov)
Best season. Stable skies, perfect temperatures, dramatic mountain colours. November can be cold at Thorong La — dress accordingly.
Low: -15°C Thorong La High: 18°C lower valleys November: likely at pass
Spring (Mar–May)
Excellent. Rhododendrons in bloom on lower sections, good visibility. Pass fully open by April. Slightly warmer than autumn.
Low: -10°C Thorong La High: 22°C Tatopani March: possible at pass. April–May clear
Winter (Dec–Feb)
Thorong La may be snowed in (5,416 m). Possible for experienced trekkers in good weather windows. Very cold on the pass and Manang plateau.
Low: -25°C Thorong La High: 10°C lower valleys Heavy above 4,500 m
Monsoon (Jun–Aug)
Not recommended for the circuit. Heavy rain, slippery trails, poor visibility. Consider Upper Mustang instead.
Low: 10°C High: 25°C None
Permits Required
Annapurna Conservation Area Permit (ACAP)
USD 30Single-entry. Required for the full circuit.
TIMS Card
USD 20Required for all trekkers.
Manang District Checkpoint
Included in ACAPYour guide carries all permits.
All permits are arranged and included in your package price. Nothing to organise yourself.
What to Pack
Moisture-wicking base layers
Fleece mid-layer
Down jacket (800+ fill)
Hardshell jacket and pants
Trekking trousers (2 pairs)
Merino socks (5 pairs)
Balaclava for Thorong La (-20°C possible)
Warm hat and sun hat
Insulated waterproof gloves
Thermal underwear
A detailed packing list will be sent with your booking confirmation. Gear rental available in Kathmandu and Pokhara.
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