Annapurna Circuit Trek

Cross the world's highest trekking pass through three climate zones

Duration

15 Days

Distance

158 km

Max Altitude

5,416m

Best Season

Mar–May, Oct

Base Camp

Kathmandu

Difficulty

Advanced

The Adventure

About This Adventure

The Annapurna Circuit circumnavigates the entire Annapurna massif across 158km, transitioning from subtropical rice terraces through pine forests, arid Tibetan plateau, and over the legendary Thorong La Pass at 5,416m.

Highlights

What Makes It Special

The sheer diversity — subtropical to alpine to Tibetan desert in two weeks — is unmatched. Thorong La on a clear October morning with the entire Annapurna range below is a life milestone.

Suitability

Is This For You?

This is for you if…

✓Strong aerobic fitness for 15–20km/day over 15 days
✓Experience above 4,000m
✓Interest in Tibetan Buddhist culture
✓Self-sufficient with teahouse accommodation

Skip this if…

✕First-time high-altitude trekkers
✕Tight itineraries with no flex days
✕Travellers without TIMS and ACAP permits

Safety & Prep

Thorong La (5,416m) crossing should begin by 4am. Acclimatise 2 nights at Manang. Descend immediately at first AMS symptoms.

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Annapurna Circuit Trek is an endurance-heavy adventure at extreme altitude — sustained days of physical output in a hypoxic environment. Demanding terrain and load-bearing requirements call for solid physical preparation.

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