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Annapurna Circuit Trek
Thorong La Pass — 5,416m

One of Nepal's greatest adventures — circling the entire Annapurna range and crossing the legendary Thorong La Pass.

📅12–16 DaysDuration
5,416mMax Altitude
🥾6–8 hrDaily Walk
🌤Mar–May / Sep–NovBest Season

Trek overview

The Annapurna Circuit Trek is one of Nepal's most famous and rewarding trekking adventures, circling the massive Annapurna range and crossing the legendary Thorong La Pass at 5,416 meters. This classic journey takes you through a wide variety of landscapes, from green valleys and terraced farmland to alpine forests, high mountain deserts, and snowy peaks.

Along the way, you will experience traditional villages, ancient monasteries, and the warm hospitality of local communities. The trek offers an unforgettable blend of natural beauty, cultural richness, and high-altitude adventure that remains one of the world's great long-distance walks.

Trip highlights

Cross Thorong La Pass (5,416m)
Views of Annapurna, Dhaulagiri, Manaslu & Tilicho Peak
Traditional Gurung, Manangi & Thakali villages
Visit sacred Muktinath Temple
Diverse landscapes — subtropical to alpine
Optional natural hot springs at Tatopani
Best season
March – May
September – November
Difficulty
Moderate to Challenging
High altitude crossing
Duration
12 – 16 Days
Customizable

Brief itinerary

1
Drive Kathmandu to Besisahar / Jagat
Trek begins · journey into the valley
2
Trek to Dharapani
Through river gorges & waterfalls
3
Trek to Chame
District headquarters of Manang
4
Trek to Pisang
First views of Annapurna II & IV
5
Trek to Manang (3,500m)
High-altitude Manangi village
6
Acclimatization Day in Manang
Rest & short hike for altitude adjustment
7
Trek to Yak Kharka (4,018m)
High yak pastures & open mountain views
8
Trek to Thorong Phedi / High Camp
Final camp before the great pass
9
Cross Thorong La Pass (5,416m) – Trek to Muktinath
⭐ The summit of the trek · visit sacred Muktinath Temple
10
Trek to Jomsom
Mustang district & Kali Gandaki gorge
11
Fly or drive to Pokhara
Scenic mountain flight or road journey
12
Drive back to Kathmandu
Journey ends · farewell
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