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Annapurna Circuit Trek - 12 Days

Duration

12 Days

Age Range 10 - 70 years

Destination Annapurna Region, Nepal

Activities Trekking

Group Size 1 - 15

$970 /Adult

$945 /Infant

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Itinerary

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Day 1: Arrival In Kathmandu( TIA) International Airport(1,365m) Transfer To Hotel Evening Welcome Dinner. O/N At Hotel

Day 2: Private Drive From Kathmandu To BesiSahar (760m) & Shared Ride Till Chame (2670m), 132km, 10 hours

Day 3: Chame To Upper Pisang ( 3100 M) Walking 5 Hours, O/N At Tea House

Day 4: Pisang To Manang (3540m) , 5 Hrs Walking, O/N At Tea House

Day 5: Acclimatization day at Manang and Visit to Gangapurna Lake (4600m) O/N At Tea House

Day 6: Manang To Letdar (4200m) , 5 Hrs Walk, O/N At Tea House

Day 7: Letdar To Thorung Phedi (4450m) , 3 -4Hrs Walk, O/N At Tea House

Day 8: Thorung Phedi Thorung La Pass (5,416m) To Muktinath (3760m) 7 -8hrs Walk, O/N At Tea House

Day 9: Muktinath To Jomsom (2720m ) Via Kagbeni 4/ 5 Hrs Walk.O/N At Tea House

Day 10: Jomsom To Pokhara By Flight And Overnight At Pokhara

Day 11: Pokhara to Kathmandu

Day 12: Departure

The Cost Include(s)

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Review

4.9

552 reviews

Roberta L

Aug 22, 2025

Nar phu valley trek with Kamal guide, perfect!

My partner and I went on a 9-day trek in the Nar and Phu Valley. Our Kamal guide was just perfect! Professional and very nice, he accompanied us along with the porter Prim throughout the itinerary, adapting it to our needs and desires. I don't think we could have fallen into better hands than Kamal, he promptly solved all the little problems we encountered, he was fantastic as was the porter Prim. Amazing experience thank you!

Damian B

May 18, 2025

Nepal Social Treks Review

I’ve just completed the 15 day Everest Base Camp trek with Nepal Social Treks and can’t praise the company, guide & porter highly enough. My guide in particular, Lhakpa was an absolute star who could not do enough to make the time away as comfortable as possible. Considerate, knowledgeable, funny, kind & inspiring. I genuinely don’t think I could have completed the trek without their support! A lifetime ambition completed thanks :)

jose luis P

May 17, 2025

EBC by Gokyo

If you are planning to do the EBC, the Agency should be Nepal Social Trek and the Guide should be Santa Thabir Magar. Permanent communication during trekking and excellent coordination at all times. The alternative I recommend is Gokyo. Something heavier than the classic, but definitely extraordinary. Also the views of the great mountains during the circuit, are not to forget them

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4.7

4.7 Stars 95 reviews

gianluca corradini

Aug 25, 2025

Ho prenotato il viaggio dall'italia. C'è stato qualche problema non dovuto all'agenzia perchè non sono partiti voli per giorni per l'everest e loro prontamente hanno sistemato tutto. Narayan, la mia guida e amrit il mio porter sono stati fantastici. Grazie grazie grazie

Dipesh Pandit

May 26, 2025

Resma Rai

May 24, 2025

Great Anil Sherpa

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FAQS

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Am I likely to suffer from Acute Mountain Sickness on this trek?

In general, the threat of high altitude sickness begins once you exceed the elevation of 3,500 meters. On this trek, you’ll be visiting the world’s highest altitude lake — Tilicho Lake at 4,949 meters and navigating the world’s highest pass — Thorong La Pass at 5,416 meters. With such altitudinal variation, the risk of Acute Mountain Sickness in Annapurna Circuit with Tilicho Lake is significant.

What kinds of insurance do I need for this trek?

Annapurna Circuit Trek is one of the most strenuous treks in the Himalayas of Nepal. It is because this trek leads you across the highest navigable pass along the rugged mountain trails. Additionally, this trek will also take you to the world’s highest lake. Therefore, it possesses a massive threat of Acute Mountain Sickness and other unforeseeable events.

So, if you’re trekking to Annapurna Circuit with Tilicho Lake, it is mandatory to provide a copy of your travel insurance to Nepal Social Treks before the trip. Considering the trek’s challenge, we highly recommend you to buy comprehensive travel insurance that covers all the necessary expenses.

Make sure your travel insurance covers all the medical treatment expenses, trip cancellation, accidents, theft, and, most importantly, helicopter evacuation charge at high elevation (up to 6,000 meters).

What are the Packing List for Annapurna Circuit Trek?

Here are a few essential gears you need to pack for Annapurna Circuit with Tilicho Lake:

Bags:

● Daypack

● Duffel Bag

Clothing:

● Trekking Shirt - Pack 3 to 4 breathable trekking shirts, balancing both half and full sleeves

● Trekking Trousers - Minimum 2 water and wind-resistant trekking pants

● Trekking Shorts - Pack a couple of trekking shorts for lower reaches of the trek

● Fleece Jacket - Pack a lightweight fleece jacket for the lower region

● Down Jacket - Carry a high-quality down jacket to keep you warm from the extreme weather at the trek’s upper reaches

● Waterproof Shell Jacket - One waterproof jacket to stay protected in the wet weather

● Thermal Layer - At least one pair of a thermal layer

● Breathable Underwear - Carry at least 3 to 4 pairs of breathable and comfortable underwear

Footwears:

● Hiking Boots - A pair of high-quality hiking boots will be enough for the trek.

● Hiking Socks - Pack at least 4 to 5 pairs of comfortable hiking socks.

● Sandals/Trainers - A pair of either sandals or trainers, depending upon your preference.

● Thermal Socks - Carry at least a 2 pair of warm thermal socks to keep you warm in the evening and night.

● Gaiter (For Winter) - You can pack a gaiter for any season, even though it is primarily for winter.Head Wears:

● Sun Protection Hat - One sun protection hat to your face protected from harmful UV rays and sunburn.

● Buff/Neck Gaiter - One buff or neck gaiter to protect your neck from the harsh wind.

● Warm Beanie - One beanie to keep your head warm in the upper reaches of the trek.Hand Wear:

● Outer Gloves - A pair of outer gloves to wear as an additional layer in the upper reaches of the trek.

● Inner Gloves - A pair of inner gloves for the lower region of the trek.Other Accessories:

● Toiletries

● Trekking Poles

● High-Quality Sleeping Bag

● Water Bottle

● Water Purification Tablets

● UV Protection Sunglasses

● Hand Sanitizers

● Sunscreen/Lip Balm

● Headlamp with Spare Batteries

● Trekking Towels

● Camera

● Portable Chargers

● Prescribed Medications

Is there any Special Note?

It is our humble request to you to attend the briefing session mandatorily! Your trekking guide will provide you with all the necessary information regarding the trek in brief, including day-to-day itinerary, trek difficulty, transportation, accommodation, food, cultures, mountains, etc.

Note that we want the meeting to be as interactive as possible. Therefore, ask as many questions to your trekking guide to clear any concerns regarding the trek. During the meeting, we will also conduct a meet and greet session. So, try to bond with the rest of the members of the group during the session and at the dinner.It is advisable that you pack your bags before you go to sleep to avoid the rush in the morning. If there’s anything you want to leave at the hotel, keep it separate from your trekking bags.