Full Annapurna Circuit Trek in the Annapurna region in Nepal is one of the longest and the most diverse treks in the world. The trek starts in Chame after a scenic 2 days drive from Kathmandu. From Chame, the journey around the Annapurna massif, all the way down to Ghandruk is on foot. The trail takes trekkers through Pisang, Ngawal, Manang, Ledar, High Camp, Thorung La Pass, Muktinath, Lubra, Tatopani, Ghorepani, and Tadapani, before ending the trek in Ghandruk. The next destination from Ghandruk is Pokhara, which makes a perfect place to relax after a long trek, before heading back to Kathmandu to end the 19 days Long Annapurna Circuit Trek the following day.
This 19 days Annapurna Circuit Trekking starts with a very informative tour of the historical and religious sites of the Kathmandu Valley. The trekking part, however, combining both nature and culture, gives a very diverse experience to the trekkers. From the diversity in the landscape (plains, hills, mountains and plateaus), to the variety in other features (waterfalls, lakes, forests, natural vegetations and streams) that highly decorate the landscape, to the heterogeneity in religion, culture and tradition, trekkers can experience the best of everything in one go. The mountain vistas that include Dhaulagiri and Annapurna (2 of the top 10 highest mountains in the world) from different sections (especially Poon Hill) of the trail are the most alluring aspect of this round Annapurna trek. For those on a mission to conquer height, this trek presents the perfect opportunity to walk through one of the highest navigable passes (Thorung La Pass -5,416m) in the world. The monasteries and temples (including Muktinath- holy site for both Hindu and Buddhist pilgrims) add religious touch to the trail. A drive through the deepest gorge (the Kali Gandaki Gorge) is another charm of this trek. Moreover, one of the best parts of this Annapurna Circuit trekking itinerary is also the end, where trekkers get to relax in a very beautiful lake city, Pokhara.
March to May and October to Early December are the best times to do this trek in Nepal. This Annapurna Circuit Trek is best suited for trekkers, who are seeking a challenge and are on a long holiday.
Moreover, if you cannot afford to spend 19 days and want to cut the trip short without missing out on the major attractions of the trek, our 15 days Annapurna Circuit Trek best meets your requirements. Our 15 days Annapurna Circuit with Tilicho Lake trek is also equally rewarding, but comes with extra challenge as you will be taking a 3-day detour from Manang and hiking to one of the highest-altitude lakes in the world.
Thinking of adding a little luxury to the trek? Check out our Luxury Annapurna Circuit trek package.
Nevetheless, if you are not looking for a challenging trek, there are some other treks in the Annapurna region, like 12 days Annapurna Base Camp Trek, 10 days Mardi Himal Trek, 9 days Ghorepani, Poon Hill and Ghandruk Trek. These Annapurna Trekking packages make the best options even for the novice trekkers.
Full Annapurna Circuit Trek in the Annapurna region in Nepal is one of the longest and the most diverse treks in the world. The trek starts in Chame after a scenic 2 days drive from Kathmandu. From Chame, the journey around the Annapurna massif, all the way down to Ghandruk is on foot. The trail takes trekkers through Pisang, Ngawal, Manang, Ledar, High Camp, Thorung La Pass, Muktinath, Lubra, Tatopani, Ghorepani, and Tadapani, before ending the trek in Ghandruk. The next destination from Ghandruk is Pokhara, which makes a perfect place to relax after a long trek, before heading back to Kathmandu to end the 19 days Long Annapurna Circuit Trek the following day.
This 19 days Annapurna Circuit Trekking starts with a very informative tour of the historical and religious sites of the Kathmandu Valley. The trekking part, however, combining both nature and culture, gives a very diverse experience to the trekkers. From the diversity in the landscape (plains, hills, mountains and plateaus), to the variety in other features (waterfalls, lakes, forests, natural vegetations and streams) that highly decorate the landscape, to the heterogeneity in religion, culture and tradition, trekkers can experience the best of everything in one go. The mountain vistas that include Dhaulagiri and Annapurna (2 of the top 10 highest mountains in the world) from different sections (especially Poon Hill) of the trail are the most alluring aspect of this round Annapurna trek. For those on a mission to conquer height, this trek presents the perfect opportunity to walk through one of the highest navigable passes (Thorung La Pass -5,416m) in the world. The monasteries and temples (including Muktinath- holy site for both Hindu and Buddhist pilgrims) add religious touch to the trail. A drive through the deepest gorge (the Kali Gandaki Gorge) is another charm of this trek. Moreover, one of the best parts of this Annapurna Circuit trekking itinerary is also the end, where trekkers get to relax in a very beautiful lake city, Pokhara.
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March to May and October to Early December are the best times to do this trek in Nepal. This Annapurna Circuit Trek is best suited for trekkers, who are seeking a challenge and are on a long holiday.
Moreover, if you cannot afford to spend 19 days and want to cut the trip short without missing out on the major attractions of the trek, our 15 days Annapurna Circuit Trek best meets your requirements. Our 15 days Annapurna Circuit with Tilicho Lake trek is also equally rewarding, but comes with extra challenge as you will be taking a 3-day detour from Manang and hiking to one of the highest-altitude lakes in the world.
Thinking of adding a little luxury to the trek? Check out our Luxury Annapurna Circuit trek package.
Nevetheless, if you are not looking for a challenging trek, there are some other treks in the Annapurna region, like 12 days Annapurna Base Camp Trek, 10 days Mardi Himal Trek, 9 days Ghorepani, Poon Hill and Ghandruk Trek. These Annapurna Trekking packages make the best options even for the novice trekkers.
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Day-by-day route outline
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Day 1
Arrival day
(1,300m/4,264 ft)
Day details
Welcome to Kathmandu – the capital city of Nepal. Today is your first day with Amigo Treks & Expedition. Therefore, we send one of our company representatives to receive you at the Tribhuvan International Airport (TIA), who will further escort you to a tourist standard hotel. If possible, we also schedule a meeting at our office for the briefing regarding the trek followed by an introduction session with other team members (especially Sherpas and guides). Today, we also arrange a welcome dinner in one of the most popular local restaurants, where you can also enjoy the ethnic dance and cultural music along with great Nepali food. If your flight arrives late, both the meeting and the dinner can be scheduled for the following day.
Meals included: Dinner
(Highlights of the day: Nepali food, Cultural music and Ethnic dance.)
Day 2
Kathmandu Valley sightseeing and trek preparation
(1,300m/4,264 ft)
Day details
The capital, Kathmandu valley itself, is a big storehouse of exclusive natural, cultural and historical sites. Therefore, today, we take you on a few hour tours to the major attractions of Kathmandu valley. After spending few hours observing these wonderful sites, we again meet for a few hours to finalize your clothing and trekking gears (down jacket, trekking boots, sleeping bags etc.) required during the trek. The night will be spent at a hotel in Kathmandu.
Meals included: Breakfast
(Highlights of the day: World Heritage sites like Kathmandu Durbar Square (a historical structure offering architectural wonders), the Pashupatinath temple (a Hindu shrine dedicated to Lord Shiva- lord possessing the power of destruction), Swyambhunath and Boudhanath (a Buddhist shrine dedicated to Lord Buddha- Light of Asia.
Optional site:Another World Heritage site ‘Patan Durbar Square’ along with other historical masterpieces like Mahabouddha Temple, Krishna Temple, Golden Temple and Kumbeshwor Temple.)
Day 3
Drive to Besisahar 7 hours
(760m/2,493ft)
Day details
Today, in the morning our guides will pick you up at your hotel and take you to the bus station to catch a bus to Besisahar. The bus will head towards the west of Kathmandu valley and continue the journey towards the western part of Nepal till Dumre following the Prithvi Highway. On reaching Dumre, the bus will head towards the north to Besisahar. The night will be spent at a lodge in Besisahar.
Meals included: Breakfast/Lunch/Dinner
(Highlights of the day: Comfortable tourist bus, windy highway along the Trisuli River, breathtaking view of waterfalls, rivers, jungles, hamlets higher up on the hills, terraced field with seasonal crop, different vegetations, curious faces of people running motels, restaurants and lodges.)
Day 4
Trek to Bahundanda 6 and half hours
(1,398m/45,86ft)
Day details
First day of the trek, starts from Besisahar towards north following the dusty road which also passes through the sub-tropical forest, and rice terraces. We stop for some time at Khudi and Bhulbhule to relish the view of a 60m high waterfall and the first view of Manaslu, Himchuli and Nagdi Chuli. From here we move towards the small town of Nagdi, cross a long suspension bridge over Nagdi River and soar up to Bahundanda. The night will be spent at a lodge in Bahundanda.
Meals included: Breakfast/Lunch/Dinner
(Highlights of the day: sub-tropical forest, 60m long waterfall, first view of Manaslu, Himchuli and Nagdichuli, Gurung and Tamang settlements and rice terraces.)
Day 5
Trek to Chamje 5-6 hours
(1,410m/4,625ft)
Day details
Second day of the trek, we steeply drop down to Syange (1,070m) that offers the best view of the waterfall. The trail from this place gets comparatively tougher. From here we cross the suspension bridge over Marsyangdi River and head towards Jagat village following the trail along the river. From Jagat, a vertical ascent will finally take you to Chamje. The night will be spent at a lodge in Chamje.
Meals included: Breakfast/Lunch/Dinner
(Highlights of the day:Best views of the waterfall, culturally captivating community, rice terraces, green woodland, unbelievable landscape, humming Marsyangdi River, sheer ascend and descend)
Day 6
Trek to Bagarchhap 6 and half hours
(2,080m/6,824ft)
Day details
Third day of the trek, we leave the Lamjung district behind and enter the Manang district. Starting from Bagarchhap, we first drop down to the Marsyangdi River, cross the bridge over the river, follow the trace along the Marsyangdi River bank, climb up towards the Tal Phedi and finally take a steep climb that takes you to the Tal- the opening village of Manang District. We then trace our way through a classic entrance door influenced by Tibetan culture and a few up and down hill to Dharapani village and then to the destination of the day, Bagarchhap. The night will be spent at a lodge in Bagarchhap.
Meals included: Breakfast/Lunch/Dinner
(Highlights of the day: Tal village, the first village of Manang district situated at the base of a huge waterfall, Rhododendron & bamboo forests, corn, barley, maize & potato fields, Apple orchards, Tibetan villages (with archetypal flat roofed stone houses) decorated with prayer flag, and Tibetan culture.)
Day 7
Trek to Chame 5 hours
(2,720m/8,923ft)
Day details
Fourth day of the trek, we first climb up to Danaque and take the higher route, that offers dramatic views of the mountains, out of two available routes and then pass through the village of Tyanga. From here, we walk towards Chame (Manang’s district headquarter) through the pine forest. The trail is rough, that demands lots of up and down walking and crossing river several times. The night will be spent at a lodge in Chame.
Meals included: Breakfast/Lunch/Dinner
(Highlights of the day: Excellent view of Mt. Manaslu, Lamjung Himal, Annapurna II & IV, Chame-one of the largest settlements of this area, the local population of natives that migrated from the land of Tibet centuries ago, hot spring thermal bath at the bank of river to relax your muscles.)
Day 8
Trek to Pissang 5 hours
(3,060m/10,039ft)
Day details
The fifth day of the trek will first make you walk the steep trail that will take you into the dense Oak and Maple forest. Then we cross two long bridges and move till the trail bends. From here we join the trail that takes us to Pissang. We also hike to the village at the upper Pisang for the purpose of acclimatization. The night will be spent at a lodge in Pissang.
Meals included: Breakfast/Lunch/Dinner
(Highlights of the day: Oak & Maple forest, the first sight of a Paungda Danda rock face- a curbed chunk of rock mounting above 1500m from the river.)
Day 9
Trek to Manang 5 hours
(3,440m/11,286ft)
Day details
The sixth day of the trek makes you walk towards the drier part of the Manang district. Here again, you are provided with two route options north (via Ghyaru) and south (via Hongde) of Marsyangdi River which eventually meet up at Mungi. If you are looking for an easier route, we opt for southern route, but if you are looking for a bit harder and longer route then we follow the northern one. From Mungi, we head toward Manang crossing Bryanga en route. The night will be spent at a lodge in Manang.
Meals included: Breakfast/Lunch/Dinner
(Highlights of the day: Drier upper part of Manang district, old Tibetan villages like Ghyaru and Hongde)
Day 10
Acclimatization day
Day details
The seventh day of the trek is an acclimatization day. Being active is the right way to adapt to the higher altitude and thinning air rather than laying low. Therefore, to aid acclimatization, wither take a short hike to the ridge nearby Gangapurna glacier or walk up to the cave above Manang village. The remaining time will be utilized walking the villages appreciating the beauty of the village, native people and their culture. We take all the measures required to acclimatize before heading the higher altitude. The night will be spent at a lodge in Manang.
Meals included: Breakfast/Lunch/Dinner
(Highlights of the day: View of Gangapurna glacier, cave, and Manang village, local people, their culture, religion and dialect.)
Day 11
Trek to Lader 5 and half hours
(4,230m/13,877ft)
Day details
The eighth day of the trek, we leave Manang and walk up towards Letdar. Today we walk through Tenki Manang, Jarsang Khola Valley, and Ghunsa on a scrub juniper and alpine grass through few meadows that finally takes us to Yak Kharka. From Yak Kharka, we continue our walk for an hour in order to reach Letdar. The night will be spent at a lodge in Letdar.
Meals included: Breakfast/Lunch/Dinner
(Highlights of the day: Tenki Manang, Jarsang Khola Valley, Ghunsa, meadows where yak and horses graze and alpine grasses.)
Day 12
Trek to Thorang Phedi 4 hours
(5,416M/17769 FT )
Day details
The ninth day of the trek, we move towards Thorang Phedi. Initially the trail is easy which drops down to the river, crosses wooden bridge and climbs up to tea shops; however, the trail becomes challenging as it heads towards the Thorang Phedi through the cliff. If you want to lessen your following day’s walk, we can also hike till higher camp today. The night will be spent at a lodge in Thorang Phedi.
Meals included: Breakfast/Lunch/Dinner
(Highlights of the day: Combination of easy and rough trail, experience of cliff walking, and few newly built guest houses)
Day 13
Trek to Muktinath via Thorang La 8 hours
(3,760m/12,335ft)
Day details
The ninth day of the trek and we take you to the highest point in the entire Annapurna circuit (Thorang La Pass-5,416m). To avoid violent wind afternoon, we start early so that we can reach the top before 10 in the morning. Steep but easy uphill walk for about 4 hours finally takes you to the top –Thorang La pass. We spend some time here and then descend downhill for 4 hours to Muktinath in Mustang district. The night will be spent at a lodge in Muktinath.
Meals included: Breakfast/Lunch/Dinner
(Highlights of the day: Thorang La pass (5,416m) -the highest point in entire Annapurna circuit, view of Annapurna and Dhaulagiri from Thorang La pass, Muktinath- Buddhist (place of nirvana) and Hindu (god of salvation) shrine, 108 water sprouts and 2 Kunds (Laxmi and Saraswati) in the premises of Muktinath, Jwala Mai Temple, Lakhang and Gonde gompa, Chortens and colorful prayer flags.)
Day 14
Trek to Marpha 6 hours
(3,500m/11,482ft)
Day details
The tenth day of the trek, the trail takes a downward direction towards the Kaligandaki Valley through the bank of the holy Kali Gandaki River and finally towards windy valley - Jomsom. The trail then heads towards Marpha, a village development committee in the Mustang district and the apple capital of the nation. The night is spent at a lodge in Marpha.
Meals included: Breakfast/Lunch/Dinner
(Highlights of the day: Kali Gandaki valley, one of the most dangerous airfields at Jomsom, village settlements and huge monasteries, Apple orchard and apple brandy factory. If you are lucky, you may also find fossils ‘Shaligrams’)
Day 15
Trek to Ghasa 6 hours
(2,010m/6,594ft)
Day details
The eleventh day of the trek and our destination is Ghasa. Leaving the mountains behind, we walk rough and dusty trail all the way through the valley along the Kali Gandaki River savoring the scenic beauty and the view of mountains moving away from us. The night will be spent at a lodge in Ghasa.
Meals included: Breakfast/Lunch/Dinner
(Highlight of the day: Panoramic views of mountains like Annapurna, Dhaulagiri, Tukuche and Nilgiri, the sight of Dhaulagiri Icefall, humming Kaligandaki River and small settlements along these rough & dusty trails.)
Day 16
Trek to Tatopani 4 hours
(1,190m/3,904ft)
Day details
The twelfth day of the trek and the trail heads downwards towards Tatopani from the village of Ghasa. This is an exciting day as the trail first drops down, makes us crosses the suspension bridge, leads us towards the biggest waterfall and then takes us to the deepest gorge in the world. Then, the trail finally takes us to Tatopani where we can dip in the natural hot spring to relax our tired muscles after a long trek. The night is spent at a lodge in Tatopani.
Meals included: Breakfast/Lunch/Dinner
(Highlights of the day: Wonderful view of Rupse waterfall (the biggest waterfall on the trail), Kopchepani (the deepest gorge) at Dana, and the natural hot spring at Tatopani.)
Day 17
Trek to Ghorepani 7-8 hours
(3,194m/10,479ft)
Day details
The thirteenth day of the trek is a long walk from Tatopani to Ghorepani. The trail first crosses the bridge over Kali Gandaki River, which brings you to the junction of trails leading you towards Beni and Ghorepani. We follow the upper trail as our destination is Ghorepani. The trail from here is comparatively difficult as the trail demands steep stone steps climb. On its way up the trail also takes us through the forest of Rhododendron offering wonderful view of mountain range towering above 8000m. Offering you a chance to encounter some Gurung and Magar villages this difficult trail finally takes you to Ghorepani. The night will be spent at a lodge in Ghorepani.
Meals included: Breakfast/Lunch/Dinner
(Highlights of the day: Vertical stone steps, Rhododendron forest, amazing view of Dhaulagiri and Annapurna range and the experience of Gurung and Magar culture, tradition and settlements.)
Day 18
Hike to Poon Hill and Trek to Pokhara 7 hours
(1,890m/6,200ft)
Day details
Last day of the trek and our first destination is Poonhill for the best view of the sunrise and our second destination is Pokhara. Today we wake up earlier than the usual trek day, as the motive of the day is to enjoy the view of the first ray of the sun. About an hour walk uphill will take us to the top of Poon Hill, also known as photographer’s Paradise where you will be greeted with the first ray of the sun hitting the summit of the snowcapped peaks. After spending some time taking pictures and enjoying the view we track back to the lodge at Ghorepani have breakfast and move towards Nayapul which bring you to the end of the Annapurna Circuit Trek. From Nayapul we take a tourist standard bus that will bring us to Pokhara. On reaching Pokhara, you can either hang around in the lakeside, or spend some quality time alone or enjoy your time with the rest of the crew members. The night will be spent at a tourist standard hotel in Pokhara.
Meals included: Breakfast/Lunch
(Highlights of the day: Amazing view of the first ray of the sun striking the mountain peak from Poon Hill, best viewpoint in the entire Annapurna region for the view of Annapurna and Dhaulagiri, and the wonderful lakeside experience.)
Day 19
Drive to Kathmandu 7 hours
(1,300m/4,264 ft)
Day details
Today, from Pokhara we catch a tourist standard bus to Kathmandu. Leaving Pokhara we head east toward the capital city, Kathmandu. After 7 hours of drive all the way through Prithvi Highway, we reach Kathmandu. On reaching Kathmandu you will be escorted to your hotel, where you can freshen up and rest for some time. Around the evening, the company representatives conduct a short meeting to discuss the trip, your experience and the feedback. By the time dinner will also be ready. The night will be spent at a tourist standard hotel in Kathmandu.
Meals included: Breakfast/Dinner
Day 20
Departure day.
Day details
This day is the last day of your trip in Nepal with Amigo Treks and Expedition. If your flight is scheduled early morning, then one of our company representatives will escort you to the airport as per your flight departure time. But, if the flight is scheduled later in the evening, you can go shopping and collect a few mementos or simply hang around shopping areas in Kathmandu. However, if you are planning to spend some extra days in Nepal, Amigo Treks and Expedition can also make the arrangements for some other top adventurous activities that you can attend while you are in Nepal.
(The usual day for a trek: Every day, our guides will come to wake you up at around 7:00-7:30am. In case of special days like sunrise viewing days our guides will wake you up early in the morning at around 4-4:30am. A western breakfast like porridge, oats, toasts, etc. will be served at around 8:00-8:30am. The lunch will be served from a teahouse menu at about 12-1pm. However, the lunch time can also be postponed on request. The dinner will be served at around 8:30-9:00pm. Your accommodation is arranged at a lodge or also in a tourist standard hotel (subject to availability) where we stop for overnight.
While you are walking, you can also request your guide to slow down and stop at the places where you want to take some snaps. After dinner and before going to bed your team leader will brief you regarding the next day’s schedule.)
What is included in the trip price
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The essentials and support items that are already built into the package.
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Airport transfer service upon arrival and departure (private car/jeep/minivan-depending on group size)
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3 Nights twin-sharing accommodation with breakfast in Kathmandu (3 Star Standard Hotel). Enhanced options available at supplementary cost.
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1 Night twin-sharing accommodation with breakfast in Pokhara (3 Star Standard Hotel). Enhanced options available at supplementary cost.
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One full-day guided city tour (UNESCO World Heritage Sites) in Kathmandu by private vehicle (car/jeep/minivan-depending on group size)
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All required trekking permits
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Transportation from Kathmandu to Besisahar (Deluxe tourist bus). Private vehicle arrangement available at an extra charge.
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Transportation from Besisahar to Chame (Shared jeep)
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Transportation from Lubra to Tatopani (Shared Jeep)
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Transportation from Tatopani to Shikha (Shared Jeep)
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Transportation from Ghandruk to Pokhara (Shared Jeep)
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Transportation from Pokhara to Kathmandu (Luxury tourist bus). Air travel or private vehicle arrangements available at an extra charge.
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Private transportation (car/jeep/minivan-depending on group size) to explore major attractions in Pokhara
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Meals (Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner), during the trek
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3 cups tea or coffee (served in cups only), every day during the trek
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Seasonal fruits served after dinner, every day during the trek
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Unlimited purified drinking water, during the trek
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All accommodations (standard lodges) on twin-sharing basis (except at Thorung Phedi/High Camp), during the trek. Premium upgrades can be added for an additional charge.
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Attached bathroom with hot shower facilities in Chame, Pisang, Ngawal, Manang, Muktinath, Tatopani, Ghorepani, Tadapani and Ghandruk
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One government-licensed, English-speaking, experienced and knowledgeable guide and his entire expenses (Guest-Guide ratio 6:1)
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One porter (for each two trekkers) and his entire expenses
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Insurance of guide and porter
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All required local and government taxes
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Down jacket and sleeping bag (provided on rental basis, if required)
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Duffle bag (70l) and trekking route map (souvenir)
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Adventure certificate upon completion of the trek
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Basic First Aid Kit with Oximeter
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Farewell Dinner
What to budget for separately
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Items travelers usually pay for separately, depending on style, spending habits, and optional upgrades.
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Nepal arrival visa
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Personal expenses like mineral water, alcoholic/non-alcoholic beverages, snacks, extra meals, any hot beverages except tea or coffee (during the trek), hot water for drinking or any other purpose, lunch and dinner in Kathmandu and Pokhara (except farewell dinner), laundry service, SIM card etc.
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WiFi, battery charging, extra hot shower service etc.
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Monument entrance fees in Kathmandu and Pokhara
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Domestic flight (Pokhara to Kathmandu). Can be arranged for an additional fee
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Expenses for accommodation and meals in Kathmandu and Pokhara in the event of an early return from the trek.
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Any extended trips, accommodation or transportation
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Travel insurance that provides coverage for helicopter evacuation over 5000 meters, trip cancellation/interruption and the treatment cost caused by COVID or any other unforeseen disease/illness
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Tips (as an appreciation) to the service providers
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Per-person rates adjust automatically with your party size. Member discounts apply where available.
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I did the Annapurna circuit trek with Tilicho Lake. I was scared, as it was my first trip to Nepal and my first trip to the mountains after many years. I went with Amigo Treks after talking a lot with Niti Sharma. She answered all my questions honestly, and most important she convinced me not to be scared and do the trek! Thanks, Niti. On the trek I had the best guide I could have: Hari Adhikari. He is not only a guide, but a friend and a companion, also. I learned a lot about this wonderful country and people from Hari. He has a very nice and easy way of answering questions and addressing your concerns. Our safety was also his main priority all the time he made sure were well fed, with enough water, and with proper clothing for the weather!! I am sure, I will be back in Nepal soon. With You, Hari as a guide, of course. Thanks again, for a wonderful vacation, and thanks for our porters as well.
My partner and I, both from Australia, recently completed the Annapurna Circuit Trek with Amigo Treks and Expedition, and we cannot speak highly enough of our experience. From start to finish, the entire journey was seamless and enjoyable, and we felt well taken care of throughout the trip. Our trip planning process was excellent, thanks to the exceptional assistance of Niti, the sales manager at Amigo Treks and Expedition. Niti provided us with comprehensive information about the trek, answered all of our questions promptly and efficiently, and helped us plan our itinerary to suit our preferences. Throughout the trek, our guide and porters were excellent, providing us with all the support we needed. They were always available to answer our questions, offer guidance when needed, and provide insight into the local culture. The trek itself was stunning, and we were blown away by the natural beauty of the Annapurna region. We trekked through lush forests, across snow-capped mountain passes, and through charming villages, and the stunning scenery kept us motivated and inspired throughout the journey. Overall, we cannot recommend Amigo Treks and Expedition enough for anyone looking to explore the Annapurna region. We are already planning our return trip in October for our next adventure, and we look forward to working with Niti and the team at Amigo Treks and Expedition again.
We were 2 families seeking an adventure that would allow us to explore the culture and natural features of Nepal. This led us to do the Annapurna circuit whilst guided by Amigo trekking. The trip was very well organised, with Tika being constantly in contact with the guides allowing us to feel safe at all times. I loved how our main guide, Sittal, gave us a briefing each night on what we could expect the next day. This proved very helpful in working out equipment or supplies that we'd need. It also showed how very knowledgable he was. All porters were extremely helpful too, keeping us motivated and keeping a positive outlook which flowed through the group even on the hardest or wettest days. As a teenager I have many more travels ahead of me, and when I return to Nepal I will definitely book with Amigo knowing that they will keep me safe.
Used Amigo trek for Annapurna circuit trek. Couldn't recommend them more highly - well organized before the start and during the whole trek. The guides and porters were fantastic - looked after us the whole way and went out of their way to ensure we had everything we needed and were kept safe. There was a real sense of team work and the guides and porters were like a family. Also - they are a Nepalese run organization - so your support helps directly the Nepalese. I would have no hesitation in using Amigo Treks and Expeditions again and are already planning our next trip with them.
Just got back from one of the most enjoyable, awe- inspiring and eye opening experiences of my life. With the help of the team at Amigo Treks we were able to fulfill a life-long dream of an adventure around the Annapurna's. At every turn our guides and porters went above and beyond to help out with all of our needs. We had a lot of fun and our team was like family. Our team took every precaution to make sure that we were safe and healthy. I would defiantly recommend partnering with AmigoTreks for your future expeditions as you are guaranteed to have a great time and you will be taken care of. You can be confident that your journey with Amigo will not disappoint and that your dreams and more will be fulfilled. Absolutely overjoyed and satisfied with my experience trekking through the Himalayas and a big thank you to the guys at Amigo, especially Tika, Khem and Babu for giving me this opportunity. I enjoyed my time in Nepal immensely and will be defiantly coming back for more adventures! Thanks again, Darcy Brown Please contact me if you need a personal recommendation. Phone: 0424881907 Email: darcybrown94@gmail.com
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Annapurna Circuit Trek is best for travelers who want an active Himalayan route and are comfortable with the walking pace, terrain, and day-to-day movement this trip requires.
Annapurna Circuit Trek is typically best planned for March, April, May, October. Those windows usually offer the most reliable conditions for the route, logistics, and overall travel experience.
19 Days is the standard planning window for Annapurna Circuit Trek. The pacing is shaped around the route flow, acclimatization, transport windows, and overnight stops rather than simply covering distance as fast as possible.
Annapurna Circuit Trek is planned as a high-altitude trek journey, so the experience is paced around that level of movement and stamina.
Hotel & Lodge. The trip is positioned at the Amigo Essential service level. Final room style and amenities can vary between cities, trail stops, and more remote sections of the route.
Private car/jeep/minivan and, shared jeep, luxury buses. We coordinate the moving parts so the route flows cleanly between each segment.
Permit, entry, and route-document requirements depend on the destination, route, and the final version of your trip for Nepal. We confirm exactly what applies before departure rather than asking you to guess from generic lists.
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Travel Insurance:
This is for everyone planning their next trek in the Annapurna region of Nepal. Please get a travel insurance that covers all the added expenses that might result due to various health issues, injuries or accidents (together with air ambulance, helicopter rescue and other treatment cost). Also, make sure that your insurance policy covers all extra activities that you are planning to accomplish throughout your stay in Nepal. In addition to this, the policy should also cover death, misplaced luggage, theft and liability, cancellations, medical treatment (counting hospital charges, cost of the medicine, doctor’s fees) as well as repatriation cost. As this trek in the Annapurna region of Nepal takes you above the altitude of 5000m, it is kindly requested to ensure that your insurance policy covers treks that go over 5000m. In short, its client himself/herself has to take the responsibility regarding the entire unforeseen expenses during the trip.
Health, fitness and experience requirements:
Altitudes in the Annapurna region of Nepal definitely demand excellent stamina, tough determination, and the best health condition. Some sections of the trek are quite demanding and some days might even require 8-9 hours of walking.
Though Annapurna Circuit trek is considered as a moderate and easily attainable trek, it is highly suggested to seek advice, medications and permission from your doctor before scheduling your trek. It is also recommended to take expert guidance from your local General Practitioner regarding necessary guide walks prior to your trek in Nepal. In the absence of GP, seeking advice from travel clinic is also considered as a very good idea.
Moreover, the good news is that, no technical skill is required to plan your trek or any other exploratory trips in Nepal. However, your prior hiking or camping experience will definitely be considered as a plus point. Also, a few weeks of regular exercise and jogging is recommended before the trip to build up the required stamina.
Food and Accommodation:
We always make sure that our customers get the right value for their money. Therefore, we always attempt to make some of the best arrangements for our customers. To ensure a comfortable stay, we book tourist standard hotel in Kathmandu before and after your trek. Normally, the rooms are twin share, where you will have to share your room with another member of your group. However, this totally depends on the size of your group and the availability of rooms in the hotel. On request, triple share can also be arranged. However, if you are looking for a single supplement room, extra charges will be applied.
During the trek, your accommodation is arranged in a local guesthouse or lodges with shared amenities. You can also enjoy a hot shower in these lodges. In the absence of shower few buckets of hot water can also be arranged on request. A full board meal (Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner and tea &coffee) will be provided from the teahouse menu during the entire trek. Usually, porridge, toast or chapattis, oatmeal and local bread are served for breakfast. The food served for lunch and dinner are simply great.
Our attempt while you are on a trek:
Most part of this trek take you to the remote Himalayan region of Nepal, where communication facilities are very less. Therefore, Amigo Treks and Expedition takes all the responsibility to deliver your message to your family, friend, relatives or the concerned person. Our guides are provided with a cell phone and are contacted on a regular basis. You can use the cell phone provided to our guides to send your message to us which will further be delivered to the respected person.
Also, our guides will make every attempt to follow the planned itinerary; however, it is kindly requested to be flexible in case of changes in the itinerary caused by extreme weather conditions. We can also help you reschedule your international flight
(Extra charge applicable) if you need any additional days to complete your trek. We will make every possible attempt to make your trek a ‘grand success’.
Why to Trek with us?
Amigo Treks & Expedition offers a wonderful opportunity to help you visit those areas, culture and tradition of Nepal that have never been explored before. Your trip itineraries are fully customized in order to meet the individualized needs and interest of each traveler. We also partner with local Sherpas and Leaders to help you get maximum out of the trip. We are highly dedicated and offer years of experience to plan an outstanding adventure trip for you. Customer service is our top priority; therefore, we cater to every possible need of yours during your stay in Nepal be it the food, accommodation, varied destinations or your communication needs. Despite all these facilities, our best packages are offered at a very competitive rate.
Our legal documents:
Registered under the government of Nepal, Amigo Treks & Expedition is a fully licensed and certified company. Therefore, this company holds complete authority to operate treks, tours, expedition, hiking and many other tourism related services in the Nepal, Tibet and Bhutan. In addition to this, we are also a very active member of the following organizations.
Nepal Tourism board (NTB)
Trekking Agents Association of Nepal (TAAN)
Kathmandu Environment Education Project (KEEP)
Ministry of Finance, Department of Taxation
Company Registration Office, Pvt. Ltd.
Ministry of Tourism and Civil Aviation, Department of Tourism Industry
When should I plan this trek?
Though Nepal can be visited any time of the year, the best season to plan your trek in the Annapurna region of Nepal is spring and autumn.
Spring - March, April and May, perfect months to plan this trek in the Annapurna region of Nepal for the warm weather, clear skies, good temperature and the best visibility.
Autumn – Mid September, October and November, perfect months to visit the Annapurna region for better visibility, clear blue skies and excellent trail.
Winter – December, January and February are good months, if you can stand the extreme cold weather.
Summer – Mid June, July and August are not the perfect months to visit the Annapurna range as the monsoon rain affects everything that is, trail, weather, temperature as well as the visibility.
What should I bring?
Along with warm clothes you will also need other equipment for the sufficient protection of your body. Below is the list of necessary items that you need to pack before commencing your trek.
Head- Hat (with a wide brim), Sunglasses (with UV protection), Sunscreen lotion and Lip balm
Upper body- T-shirts (2), light and expedition weight thermal tops, Fleece jacket and pullover, Fleece wind-stopper jacket (Optional), waterproof (preferably breathable fabric) shell jacket, down vest/jacket (included)
Hands - Lightweight gloves, heavy-weight gloves/mittens with a waterproof outer shell
Lower body - Underwear (4), hiking shorts (2), lightweight cotton long pants, light and expedition weight thermal bottoms, Fleece or wool pants, waterproof (preferably breathable fabric) shell pants
Feet - Thin, light-wear inner socks (4), thick, warm wool hiking socks (4), hiking boots with spare laces, camp shoes (sneakers and/or sandals), gaiters (only for winter)
Accessories - Sleeping bag rated to zero degrees F (included), headlamp with spare bulb and batteries, small padlock or combination lock, basic first aid kit, large plastic bags (for keeping items dry inside trek bag), day pack, water bottles (2), hiking pole/walking sticks, small ear plugs
Toiletries – Soap, shampoo, toothbrush, small wash towel
Extras - Cameras with extra batteries and cards, binoculars, light balaclava or warm fleece hat, reading books, trip map/guide book, journal & pen, iPod & travel games (like cards, chess, and backgammon)
Passport and Visa Information:
It is very easy to obtain Nepal’s visa. You may either apply for a visa at your nearest Nepalese Embassy/Consulate or Mission offices in your own country or you can buy this upon your arrival at Tribhuvan International Airport in Kathmandu. To apply for a visa, you need 2 passport size photographs, Visa fees in US dollars and your passport that is valid for at least 6 months before the trip. However, nationals of SAARC countries (India, Bhutan, Sri Lanka, Pakistan, Bangladesh, Maldives and Afghanistan) and China do not require any visa to visit Nepal. Transit visa for foreign nationalities is only provided for 3 days. Therefore, visa is required for longer stays. However, for the convenience or foreign nationals, a visa is also provided from the borders listed below:
Tribhuvan International Airport (Kathmandu)
Kakarvitta, Jhapa (Eastern Nepal)
Birgunj, Parsa (Central Nepal)
Kodari, Sindhupalchowk (Northern Border of Nepal)
Belhiya, Bhairahawa (Western Nepal)
Jamuna, Nepalgunj (Mid Western Nepal)
Mohana, Dhangadhi (Far Western Nepal)
Gaddachauki, Mahendranagar (Far Western Nepal)
Tourist Visa Fees:
Transit visa (3 days) – Free of cost
Multiple entry (15 days) – 25 USD or equivalent convertible currency
Multiple entry (30 days) – 40 USD or equivalent convertible currency
Multiple entry (90 days) – 100 USD or equivalent convertible currency
(For more information, please contact the Department of Immigration, Kalikasthan, Dillibazar, Kathmandu.
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