For adventure lovers, Annapurna Circuit Trek is one of the best trekking in Nepal.  It leads you to the prevalent zone of the Annapurna Region within short time. Depending on your fitness level and preferences, this hiking can be done from 1 week to 3 weeks. Duration depends from where to start and ends the trip .

Throughout the journey, you will cross Thorong-La 5416m(one of the highest and the widest passes in the world). Moreover getting the picturesque views of Annapurna I, Annapurna II, Annapurna III, Annapurna IV, Nilgiri, Thorong Peak, Dhaulagiri, and Tukuche is breathtaking. The next advantage of this trip is to explore the deepest gorge in the world-Kali Gandaki gorge.

Maximum Altitude  5,416m/13,810ft
Trip Duration 13 Days [ 8 Days in Short ]
Group Size 1 to 40 person
Best Time March to May and Sep to Dec
Difficulty Level Adventure
Start / End Point Kathmandu
Total Distance 260km ( 161Miles )
Activity 5 to 6 hrs walking(Approx.)
Nature of Trek Teahouses/Lodge
Annapurna Circuit Trek Cost

Cost for Annapurna Circuit Trek [ Guided Package ]

According to our PLANS for ANNAPURNA CIRCUIT TREK, it COST 778 USD per person(based on 2 person, double occupanch basis). Our Guided Trekking package’s prices ranges from USD 631 to 1099(depends on group size). Here is list of PRICE FOR GUIDED TREKKING PACKAGE.

PRICE FOR ANNAPURNA CIRCUIT TREK [ GUIDED PACKAGE ]

No. of Tourist Price Per Person
1 person(Solo) USD 1099
2 person USD 778
3 person USD 755
4 person USD 698
5 person USD 692
6 person USD 675
7 person USD 667
8 person USD 645
9 person USD 637
10 person USD 631

If you’re wondering what is included and what is excluded from this trip price, here is includes_excludes.

Overview of Annapurna Circuit Trekking

Unlike other adventure hikes in Nepal, it is the most flexible trail. Because if you are strongly fit, you can do this trail within 7 days from Kathmandu to Kathmandu though it requires 2 weeks time(normally 13 days is needed for beginners hikers). In fact, this route is a naturally, culturally as well as religious rich trial.

The journey passes encountering several suspension bridges, enjoying pristine waterfalls, glaciers, several Mani walls, Gompas, apple orchids, getting the Himalayan hospitality, passing several Monasteries, and the popular temple of Muktinath.

Not only these, but you shall also walk via the base of the Himalayas passing several terraced farmlands and rocky areas having magnificent close-up views of several peaks there around.

This trek is considered a moderately difficult trek and the most antique trek. It contains quite developed hiking routes throughout Nepal. As most of the trek occurs in the Alpine zone, you get Tibetan flavor in the forms of culture, religion, and way of living.

Why Annapurna Circuit with Base Camp Hike?

  • We have a local guides team who know more regarding Around Annapurna.
  • For a safe trip, we provide you with a First Aid Kit, and an Oximeter to measure your Oxygen, and Pulse at a high altitude to find out your health condition(Be safe from AMS).
  • Our itinerary includes the best places in the entire Annapurna so that you will get more insights. And it is also altitude friendly.
  • You can experience the most popular short trekking in Annapurna that offers you the best sunrise view over the Dhaulagiri and Annapurna ranges.
  • Our price is very reasonable(competitive). No hidden cost.
  • You can book a package according to your budget. We have budgeted trek to Annapurna as well as standard and comfort package. (we have 3 options).
  • If you are in a group you will save money from us. Because you will get GROUP DISCOUNT, SEASONAL discount, and best price for family and student trip

BEST ITINERARY

This trek is regarded as the most demanded trek in terms of duration and desire of the guests. We can finish this trek within 8 days and extend it up to 21 days. We have 13 days Itinerary which includes the most demanded Ghorepani Poon Hill Trekking as well as SHORTEST TREKKING. ( 8 Days plan).  

If you have less than 10 days time for trekking our 8 DAYS ITINERARY will best plan for you. Whereas if you have less than two weeks time(13 days), our 13 DAYS ITINERARY will be best for you.

Annapurna Circuit with Ghorepani Poon Hill Trekking – 13 Days

This trip begins from Syange- Lumjung passing the settlements as Ta, Dharapani, Chame, Manang, Thorong La, Muktinath, Tatopani, Ghorepani, Poon Hill, and Ends in Nayapul- Kaski which takes 13 days to complete. 

Classical Annapurna Circuit

This amazing journey begins at Besisahar, the administrative headquarter of Lamjung district, and ends at Beni, the district headquarter of Myagdi district. It completely takes 21 commercial days to be completed. In the past, due to the inconvenience of the road and everything, the trekkers used to walk peacefully. Because of the road and other convenience, people prefer to shorten the trek.

Not satisfied with our Itinerary?

Are you interested on planning custom trip? It takes only 2 to 3 minutes.

Annapurna Circuit Trekking Distance

The total trekking distance of Annapurna Circuit Trek will be around 164km according to our 13 days Itinerary. Our trek starts from Syange and ends in Nayapul but in between, we will use a Jeep in order to finish in our time frame(13 days). Otherwise, it does take around 18 days.

On this plan, you have to walk around 12 km per day if we calculate the average walk per day.

The following are each day’s travel distances.

  • Day 1: Kathmandu to Syange distance is 198km.
  • Day 2: Syange to Tal is 14km.
  • Day 3: Tal to Thanchok is 21km.
  • Day 4: Thanchok to Upper Pisang is 25km.
  • Day 5: Upper Pisang to Manang is 22km.
  • Day 6: Excursion day at Manang will be 3 to 7km(depends on where to hike).
  • Day 7: Manang to Yak Kharka is 10km.
  • Day 8: Yak Kharka to Thorung Phedi is 8.5km.
  • Day 9: Thorung Phedi to Muktinath Via Thorung Pass is 16km.
  • Day 10: Muktinath to Tatopani is 76km (3 to 4 hours drive).
  • Day 11: Tatopani to Ghorepani is 18km.
  • Day 12: Ghorepani to Nayapul Via POON HILL is 22km and Nayapul to Pokhara is 40km.
  • Day 13: Pokhara to Kathmandu is 200km.

Included and Excluded on Package

In our PACKAGE, most of the things needed for trekking are included. Hence we can say, our package price is best as we have REASONABLE PRICE. The following are the INCLUSION AND EXCLUSION ON PACKAGE.

Included in Package:

Excluded in Package:

  • Nepal Visa Fees
  • Accommodation and Meals during the staying in Kathmandu and Pokhara city
  • All Personal Nature Expenses
  • Personal trekking equipment and Clothing
  • Any types of Drinks and Bar Bills
  • Your travel insurance (it is mandatory in case of emergency)
  • Tip for the crew (Note: TIPS is not compulsory but highly expected)
  • All other things which are not mentioned in INCLUDED
8 Days Annapurna Circuit Trek

8 DAYS ANNAPURNA CIRCUIT TREKKING ITINERARY[SHORTEST]

Day 01 Kathmandu to Chame by drive
Day 02 Chame to Upper Pisang
Day 03 Upper Pisang to Manang via Ngwal
Day 04 Rest Day at Manang
Day 05 Manang to Yakkharka
Day 06 Yakkharka to Thorang Phedi
Day 07 Trek to Muktinath Via Thorang La
Day 08 Drive to Pokhara or Drive to Jomsom and Fly to Pokhara

PACKAGE PRICE 8 DAYS ANNAPURNA CIRCUIT

For 1 Person(Solo) : USD 872
Group of 2 Persons : USD 625
Group of 3 Persons : USD 616
Group of 4 Persons : USD 554
Group of 5 Persons : USD 553
Group of 6 Persons: USD 535
Group of 7 Persons : USD 533
Group of 8 Persons : USD 524
Group of 9 Persons: USD 521
Group of 10 Persons : USD 515

Frquently Asked Questions

How long does it take to do Around Annapurna?

You can do this Annapurna Circuit for 7 days to 21 days. If you are athletics or Experienced Hikers then you can take a Jeep from Besisahar to Chame(2800m). Afterward staying at Chame you can do it in 7 days. But if you start from Besisahar and wish to finish at Beni, Myagdi.

How to get there and away?

You can catch a microbus or Tourist Bus from New Buspark to go to Besisahar. The bus starts at 6:00 AM and it leaves every hour. The distance of KTM-Besisahar is 172.3 km. It takes around 6 hours to reach Besisahar. From Besisahar you can take a Jeep to go to Syange. From Syange you can start a stroll.
To go back to Kathmandu you can take a Jeep or Public Bus from Muktinath or down part of Muktinath.

Can we do an ACT trek in 10 days?

If you want to do 10 day Annapurna Circuit trek then we can drive Kathmandu to Besisahar and Besisahar to Taal. Or you can drive up to Syange and escape the Ngwal.

Can I do A.C Solo?

A.C is a high-altitude trek. You need a local person with you to minimize risk. It means even if you don’t want to take trekking packages, you can hire a guide/Porter. So I recommend don’t do the solo trek.

WHAT IS THE DISTANCE OF THE ANNAPURNA CIRCUIT TREK?

The distance of the 12-day Annapurna Circuit itinerary is 100 miles or 160 kilometers. Which starts from Syange and ends at JOMSOM.

WHAT IS THE SCENERY LIKE ON THE ANNAPURNA CIRCUIT TREK?

In a short, ACT is a fantastic trek on the basis of scenery. Rice fields, Numerous Waterfalls, Dozen of Himalayas Views Include the 8th tallest peak of the World Dhaulagiri(8,172m).

SHOULD I BOOK IN ADVANCE?

Yes. Good to book in advance. Since the Annapurna Circuit is an extremely popular trek, it is normal to get reservations for some parts of the Circuit trial. To make sure, we advise you to book the Annapurna Circuit trek at least 2 months before making the trek start.

WHEN IS THE BEST TIME TO HIKE THE ANNAPURNA CIRCUIT TREK?

Expect winter time( Mid December to the beginning of February) it is best to go the Annapurna Circuit trek. If you don’t care about the crowd on the route, it is best to do it either from September to December or March to April. But if you like a less crowded route, you should try some weeks prior to or after these 2 busy seasons.

Annapurna Circuit Trekking Reviews

Great company, great service

Rated 5 out of 5

We had planned to visit Nepal but because of Covid, we postponed it. But eventually, we did it.

My friend and I booked Annapurna Circuit Hiking 17 day trek at Base Camp Hike. Jayaram provided us a guide, his name is Kamal. The guide was very pleasant, caring and super informed. Book Trekking with Base Camp Hike and ask for Guide Kamal. Next time, we will come for Maklu Base Camp Trekking and will use again Kamal and his company.

Jullian M

Annapurna Circuit Trekking 2022

Rated 5 out of 5

I completed the Annapurna Circuit, in April 2022, with BASE CAMP HIKE and had the most magical time. Base Camp Hike arranged everything perfectly – accommodations, transport from the airport, meals, etc. The service that they provided me was incredible. I couldn’t recommend them highly enough.

I had guide Rajesh and he has great humor and Kindness. He took care of me perfectly during the whole trekking period.

Rajesh was kind, understanding and knowledgeable. He found us the best tea houses to stay in and explained the local environment and culture.

He adapted the itinerary depending on how I was feeling as the trip developed. Perhaps the greatest compliment I can pay to Rajesh is the always made me feel safe. Hiking above 4,500m isn’t easy, but Rajesh was a constant reassurance – checking in on any symptoms and ensuring everything went smoothly.

The Annapurna Circuit trekking was breathtaking, really BEAUTIFUL. Around every corner, there was another above 6000 meter mountain. Once in a lifetime experience!!!

Lucas Langey

With Base Camp Hike you can do it!

Rated 5 out of 5

I did the Annapurna Circuit trek in September 2019. I am in my 60-ties and was afraid whether can complete this trek which includes the pass at 5416 m. But with Base Camp Hike I managed to did it easily! They arranged all my permits and provide me very professional and friendly guide Kamal who took care of me while on the trek. I can fully recommend BCH – they are professional, responsible, and helpful when planning the trek. They are also flexible: can provide any type of service starting from all-included to hiring a guide only (I have chosen the latter option which means that I needed to pay all my expenses on the trek and transport for the guide). Thanks, BCH for my amazing holidays.

Akoleknd

Response from Base Camp Hike

Dear Andrzej

Thank you so much for giving us such a wonderful review on Tripadvisor. We are so happy that you enjoyed your trek with our Expert guide Kamal.

We are so glad that even though the rain, you had such a wonderful time for Annapurna Circuit Trek.

Again thank you very much for giving us the chance to serve you in Nepal and recommending us.

Best Regards,

Base Camp Hike

Amazing Annapurna Circuit Trek

Rated 4 out of 5

We did the Annapurna circuit trek under the perfect supervision of our guide Jayaram and Depender as a porter. We spend 11 nights in the mountains and were lucky with the weather in May. Jayaram arranged everything perfectly including AirPort pick-up, hotels and even every night fresh fruit. Very caring guide with eye for detail/service. I would recommend if you are planning your Annapurna trip!

Ginger B

Response from Base Camp Hike

Dear Guest

Thank you so much for your precious feedback.

We had a great time with your team during the Annapurna Circuit Trek.

We are so happy that you enjoyed ACT trek with Guide Jayaram and Porter Dipendra.

Thank you so much for your feedback. We hope you’ll come back again to Nepal for another adventure.

Best Regards,

Base Camp Hike

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