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Walk from river valleys to 5,416 m Thorong La over 13 days of Himalayan trails, teahouses and cultural villages. This trek balances high-altitude challenge with accessible logistics—permits, guides and teahouse nights make it a practical choice for experienced hikers.
Walk from river valleys to 5,416 m Thorong La over 13 days of Himalayan trails, teahouses and cultural villages. This trek balances high-altitude challenge with accessible logistics—permits, guides and teahouse nights make it a practical choice for experienced hikers.
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Operated by Himalayan Adventure Treks and Tours Pvt Ltd · Manang, Gandaki Province
A cold dawn in the Marsyangdi valley—yaks shifting steam into the air, prayer flags snapping above stone teahouses—sets the tempo for the Annapurna Circuit. Trekkers move from subtropical river gorges into alpine scrub, following a ribbon of trail that climbs through Pisang and Manang, pauses at turquoise Gangapurna Lake, and then tests lungs and will at Thorong La (5,416 m) before descending to the pilgrimage site of Muktinath.
challenging.
13 days.
Expect long days of sustained uphill and high-altitude walking; good aerobic fitness and prior multi-day trekking experience recommended.
You need a TIMS card and an ACAP (Annapurna Conservation Area) permit; operators typically arrange these before or during early pick-up.
Thorong La is a high-altitude pass (5,416 m) that requires proper acclimatization, early starts, and readiness for steep, rocky, sometimes icy terrain; it’s strenuous but non-technical.
Spring (March–May) and autumn (September–November) offer the most stable weather and visibility; summer brings monsoon rains and winter brings deep snow and closed passes.
Accommodation is primarily teahouses/guesthouses with twin-share rooms, shared bathrooms, and basic heating; bring a warm sleeping bag for high-altitude nights.
The circuit follows traditional trans-Himalayan trade and pilgrimage routes; Muktinath is a long-standing pilgrimage site for both Hindus and Buddhists and villages show Gurung, Thakali and Tibetan cultural influences.
The Annapurna Conservation Area (ACAP) administers permits and community-based conservation; minimize waste, avoid single-use plastics, and use established trails and tearoom facilities.
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