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Traverse river gorges, high alpine pastures and ancient villages on this 18‑day circuit that climbs to Thorong La (5,416 m) and detours to Tilicho Lake. Expect varied terrain, teahouse nights and essential acclimatization in Manang.
Traverse river gorges, high alpine pastures and ancient villages on this 18‑day circuit that climbs to Thorong La (5,416 m) and detours to Tilicho Lake. Expect varied terrain, teahouse nights and essential acclimatization in Manang.
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Operated by Accessible Adventure Pvt. Ltd · Manang, Gandaki Province
A cold dawn on the trail, headlamp halos cutting through pine-scented air, sets the tone for the Annapurna Circuit. Hikers step from subtropical river valleys onto narrow ridgelines, cross suspension bridges that sway above the rushing Kali Gandaki, and watch fields of prayer flags appear like punctuation on the high passes.
challenging.
18 days.
Good aerobic fitness with experience hiking multi-day treks and the ability to manage 6–8 hour days with altitude gain.
Yes—ACAP (Annapurna Conservation Area Permit) and TIMS (Trekkers’ Information Management System) are required and typically checked at trailheads.
Thorong La reaches 5,416 m and is the trek’s hardest day; it requires early starts, steady pacing and good acclimatization rather than technical mountaineering skills.
Yes—this itinerary uses teahouse accommodations with basic rooms and shared bathrooms; bring a warm sleeping liner for cold nights.
Autumn (Sept–Nov) and spring (Mar–May) offer the most stable weather and best visibility; monsoon and deep winter present higher risks.
The route links traditional Brahmin, Chhetri and Gurung communities and long-standing trade and recruitment ties to the Gurkha regiments.
The Annapurna Conservation Area (ACAP) manages permits and waste initiatives; trekkers should follow leave‑no‑trace practices and minimize single-use plastics.
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