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A classic high‑altitude loop across Nepal’s Annapurna range—this 14–15 day trek climbs to Thorong La Pass (5,416 m), passes Tilicho Lake and finishes in Jomsom. Expect long days, varied terrain and rich Himalayan culture.
A classic high‑altitude loop across Nepal’s Annapurna range—this 14–15 day trek climbs to Thorong La Pass (5,416 m), passes Tilicho Lake and finishes in Jomsom. Expect long days, varied terrain and rich Himalayan culture.
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Operated by Hit The Himalaya · Manang, Gandaki Province
A cold dawn over the Kathmandu Valley gives way to a long, rutted drive toward the Marsyangdi and Trishuli rivers; dust and prayer flags mark the first hours of the Annapurna Circuit. The initial days are river valleys and terraced farmland, then the trail rises through rhododendron woods, high arid plateaus and finally a wind-scoured saddle at Thorong La (5,416 m). The pass gives a hard, immediate reward: jagged summits—Dhaulagiri among them—pressing close enough to feel their altitude.
challenging.
14–15 days.
Good aerobic fitness with experience on multi-day hikes; ability to carry a daypack for 6–8 hour walking days.
Spring (April–May) and autumn (Sept–Oct) offer the most stable weather, clearer views and warmer daytime temperatures.
Thorong La reaches 5,416 m; the route is non-technical but physically demanding and can be windy and icy—early starts and proper layering are crucial.
Yes—trekking into the Annapurna Conservation Area requires an ACAP permit and a TIMS card; operators usually handle permits with your booking.
Yes—licensed guides and porters are common and recommended for logistics, acclimatization monitoring and carrying heavy loads.
The circuit follows centuries-old trade routes linking Nepalese valleys with Mustang and Tibet; villages reflect mixed Hindu and Buddhist traditions.
The Annapurna Conservation Area restricts grazing and encourages community-led tourism; minimize impact by using established teahouses and packing out plastic where possible.
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