A 10-day teahouse trek around the Annapurna Massif that climbs to Thorong La (5,416 m), crosses high alpine ridges, and finishes with a flight from Jomsom to Pokhara. Expect village lodges, varied terrain, and a crucial acclimatization day in Manang.
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The trail opens with the engine’s sigh in Kathmandu and a long drive into river valleys where the Marshyangdi dares you to follow it upstream. By the second day trekkers trade road dust for pine-scented air and then for the thin, razor-clear sky of Manang; mountain faces close in, and Paungda Danda looms like a cliff that remembers glaciers.
Difficulty
challenging
Duration
10 days
Fitness Level
Good cardiovascular fitness with experience doing consecutive days of uphill hiking; able to handle one long, high-altitude day (8–9 hours).
Wildlife
History
The circuit follows historic trans-Himalayan trading routes and villages with strong Tibetan cultural influence, visible in architecture and local customs.
Conservation
Stick to marked trails and teahouse systems, avoid single-use plastics, and support local guides and lodges to keep economic benefits in the communities.
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Pace for the pass day
Reserve energy for the Thorong La crossing—start early, move steadily and avoid rushing on the final steep section.
Manage altitude
Acclimatize in Manang, know early AMS signs, and carry acetazolamide only if prescribed by a doctor.
Cash and snacks
Bring Nepali rupees for teahouse purchases and small tips—ATM access is limited beyond Besisahar and Pokhara.
Footwear and traction
Sturdy, waterproof hiking boots with good ankle support and grippy soles reduce slips on rocky or muddy trail segments.
Sturdy waterproof hiking boots
Support and traction for mixed rock, scree and muddy village trails.
Warm down jacket
Insulates during cold nights and at high elevations such as Thorong La.
winter
Lightweight trekking poles
Reduce strain on knees during long descents and help with balance on scree.
Water purification (filter or tablets)
Safe drinking water if teahouse supplies are limited or if you want to refill from streams.