Annapurna Circuit

Via Pokhara · Nayapul / Besisahar

Duration

7 days

Difficulty

challenging

Max elevation

5,416 m

Best season

Mar-May, Sep-Nov

Overview

A classic 'grand tour' circling the entire Annapurna massif, crossing the world-famous Thorong La pass at 5416m. Passes through tropical forests, Tibetan plateaus, and ancient salt-trading villages.

Permits & preparation

ACAP (Annapurna Conservation Area)
TIMS card
Travel insurance with helicopter evacuation
Valid passport / ID for checkposts

Requirements change — confirm with your guide or a licensed agency before departure.

Getting to Pokhara

Kathmandu → Pokhara

Or bus to Besisahar for classic start

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Ghorepani Poon Hill

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Choose your pace

Normal pace · ~7 days

Elevation profile

760

2710

3540

4545

5416

3760

2720

Day-by-day itinerary

Besisahar760 mOpen in Maps

Route map

Full route

Point-to-point trek — you finish at Jomsom and fly back to Pokhara.

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