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Cross Thorong La and circle the Annapurna massif on a 12-day trek from Pokhara. This route combines high alpine passes, traditional mountain villages and steady acclimatization for a classic Himalayan challenge.
Cross Thorong La and circle the Annapurna massif on a 12-day trek from Pokhara. This route combines high alpine passes, traditional mountain villages and steady acclimatization for a classic Himalayan challenge.
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Operated by Couch Adventure Nepal (CAN) · Pokhara, Gandaki Province
You push out of Pokhara at dawn, the bus easing through terraced farmland while the Himalaya rise like a promise on the horizon. By the second day the valley narrows, prayer flags flick at village bridges and the trail climbs on stone steps that test calves and focus. The wind on Thorong La does not ask permission — it insists you earn the view.
challenging.
12 days.
You should have strong cardiovascular fitness and experience with multi-day hikes; training with long days and elevation gain is recommended.
Yes—an ACAP (Annapurna Conservation Area Permit) and a TIMS card are required; most operators handle these for you.
The pass reaches about 5,416 m and is a long, cold ascent; weather and altitude make it strenuous—early starts, pacing and acclimatization are essential.
Typical inclusions are guest-house accommodation, local guide, some transport between trailheads and permits; check your operator for exact inclusions.
Spring (April–May) and autumn (September–November) offer the most stable weather and clear mountain views; shoulder seasons are colder and snowier at high passes.
The circuit routes follow centuries-old mule and pilgrimage tracks linking Gurung and Thakali communities; Muktinath is an ancient sacred site shared by Hindus and Buddhists.
The Annapurna Conservation Area works with communities to manage waste and grazing; carry out what you carry in, favor local lodges, and use refillable bottles where possible.
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