Trip Facts
Duration
13 Days
Max. Altitude:
5416m
Group size
2 to 15
Best Time for Visit
October and spring season
Activity
Trekking/Hiking
Meals
breakfast,lunch,dinner
DIFFICULTY
Strenuous at times
LOCATION
Thorong-La Pass (5416m.)
Trip Ends
Pokhara
The Annapurna Circuit Trek was without doubt one of the best treks to do, not only in Nepal but in the world. The complete circuit from Dhumre 830 mtrs took between 18 and 21 days. Over the last few years a newly built road from Beni to Jomosom has been completed and most people choose to fly back to Pokhara from Jomosom or take a jeep to Baglung and a bus basck to Pokhara. The Manang Valley is one of many reasons to choose this trek, a journey over the Thorong La 5,416mtrs is spectacular on a clear day with peaks all around you.It is still possible to do the full circuit, you can choose to continue on past Jomsom and take a jeep ride for a day to Tatopani and the hot springs. Here you can relax up before continuing on to Ghorapani and Poon Hill, this part of the trek is peaceful with no road. Whatever you choose you will have climbed over the Annapurna Massif and had an experience of a lifetime.
Always Himalaya trek provides you Hiring guides and porters cost for trekking depends on the region, the difficulty of the trek, the season, and other factors. However, we can provide a general idea for popular trekking regions like the Himalay’s Nepal which is a common trekking destination in Nepal.
Everest, Annapurna, Manaslu, Langtang, upper mustang and Kanchenjunga many more.
Guide daily cost: $25 to $40 per day
This may include their accommodation, food, and insurance. Some guides may charge a bit more for specialized services or if they have extensive experience.
Porter daily cost: $20 to $25 per day
A porter typically carries up to 20-25 kg of your gear, and this price usually includes their food, accommodation, and insurance.
Itinerary
Accommodation
Kathmandu
Arrival and pick up from airport / transfer to hotel / briefing
Accommodation
Kathmandu
free day
Accommodation
Dharapani
An early start to Besisahar (850m) / then drive to dharapani 1860m
Accommodation
chame
Negotiate a few steep forested ridges along with several landslides on route / superb views of Lamjung Himal, Annapurna II, and Annapurna IV (7,525m/24,688ft). Small hot springs.
Accommodation
upper pisang
A steep, narrow path through a very dense forest will bring you to the dramatic curved rock face, rising 1500m from the river. As the trail opens up you will be surrounded by majestic Himalayan Peaks
Accommodation
manang
Enter the upper Manang region / vast contrast with the landscape and vegetation / cold, dry climate creates a much harsher environment / Incredible views of the towering Himalayan Peaks.
Altitude
3500 m
Accommodation
manang
Rest day for acclimatization / village wonderful culture / possible side trips to Gangapurna Lake and Glacier
Accommodation
yak kharka
Today short walk up to Yak Kharka a small settlement set at 4,110m/13,484ft / Gradual ascent needed to avoid altitude problem.
Altitude
4450 m
Accommodation
thorong phedi
trek to foot of the pass Throng Phedi small busy settlement caters to the needs of trekkers and climbers.
Accommodation
muktinath
An early start is important / long day`s trek over the pass / over Throng La pass (5,416m) / outstanding high Himalayan scenes.
Accommodation
pokhara
Accommodation
kathmandu
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Accommodation
your own country
Cost inculudes
- Airport pick-up and drop-off service, by private vehicles.
- Three nights' hotel accommodation in Kathmandu with BB plan
- One night hotel accommodations in Pokhara (tourist class) with BB plan
- Transportation includes a public bus from Kathmandu to Besisahar-dharapani and from Muktinath-Tatopani to Pokhara, and a tourist bus is arranged for travel from Pokhara to Kathmandu.
- Three meals per day during the trek (breakfast, lunch, and dinner), along with one cup of tea or coffee per meal.you can choose only one items per meal.
- Seasonal fresh fruits will be provided every night after dinner
- Accommodation will be in tea houses during the trek, with basic twin-sharing rooms
- An experience English Speaking trained, Government license Holder Guide
- Porter, we assign one porter for every two trekkers, a porter typically carries 20 to 25 kg
- An extra assistant guide is provided for groups with more than 6 participants
- All trekking permits, including Annapurna Conservation Area project (ACAP) and TIMS (Trekkers' Information Management System)
- All applicable taxes as per government rules and regulations
- First Aid medical kit, Oxy-meter to check pulse, heart rate and oxygen saturation at higher altitude (Very useful to check Altitude Mountain Sickness (AMS) symptoms)
- Guide and porter salary, food, accommodation and insurance during the trek
- If you need a duffel bag to pack your trekking gear, we provide one free of cost. However, it must be returned after the trip is completed.
- Farewell dinner with traditional Nepali music and cultural dance will be held at a local restaurant
Cost Excludes
- Nepal entry visa fee $50 USD for 30 days visa on arrival.
- Lunch and dinner in Kathmandu and Pokhara
- Extra night hotel accommodation in Kathmandu and Pokhara other than itinerary as well as extra trekking days
- Travel insurance and Mountain rescue service (covers emergency Rescue and Evacuation)
- Personal nature expenses (phone, laundry, water, bar drinks, battery recharge, donations, shopping, extra porters, hot shower etc.)
- Entrance fees for Kathmandu Valley sightseeing that cost as well as monasteries and monuments during the trek
- If you are single, Porter cost is extra
- If you prefer to fly from Kathmandu to Pokhara, the flight cost is $105 per person
- Tips to Trekking staff (Tips is expected)
- Any other expenses that aren’t mentioned in the section above
Equipment
General
- Puffy down jacket (We have rental jackets available for rent
- Four-season (zero degree) sleeping bag (We have rental sleeping bags available form an additional cost
- Daypack (35-45 liters recommended) with rain cover
- Sleeping bag liner
Upper Body
- Sun hat or cap
- Knitted hat/Beanie
- Scarf or neck gaiter
- Headlamp
- Sunglasses
Torso
- Technical fabric base layer (light for warmer months, heavy for colder months)
- Technical fabric short (2) and long sleeve (2) shirts
- Waterproof, windproof shell
- Fleece jacket or pullover
Lower Body
- Technical fabric base layer (light for warmer months, heavy for colder months)
- Hiking pants (2)
- Comfortable pants for inside the teahouses
- Waterproof/windproof outer shell pants
- Hiking shorts
Hands
- Wool or technical fabric liner gloves
- Hard-shell outer gloves (insulated for colder months)
Feet
- Wool or technical fabric warm socks
- Hiking socks
- Liner socks (optional such as silk)
- Trekking/hiking boots (waterproof recommended)
- Ice Cleats /Micro Spikes (For trekking from November to March, it's recommended to include Ice Cleats/ Micro Spikes to prevent slipping on icy or wet surfaces.)
- Casual shoes
- Gaiters (lightweight for dust or heavy for snow in colder months)
Undergarments
- Technical fabric/quick drying is best for underwear (opportunities to launder during the trip)
- Sports bras (women)
- Pajamas or sleeping clothes
Optional
- Power bank or extra batteries
- Cameras and mobile phone
- Cards/book
Peak climbing gear
- Climbing boot
- Crampons and harness
- Hiking boot,slippers
- Carabiners 4 pes (2 lock 2 onlock)
- Ascending device jumar
- Descending device ACT and figure of 8
- Helmet ,ice axe and sleeping bag
- Hiking sucks and warm wool sucks
- Warm expedition gloves and thin treking gloves
- Wind proof pant and jacket
- downsuit,expedition bag 50 ltrs for more then 7000 mt
- expedition down jacket for more then 7000 mt
Customer Reviews
Exprince Trek guide help to safe travel Mar 2026 • Friends It was grate experience with always Himalaya trek,Mr. Sitaram Karki and Mr. Kumar rai, they are well organized and informed, which is help Read more
Santa U
Nepal
Best Trekking experience in my life Oct 2025 • Friends I did the Mera Peak trek with Always Himalaya Trek and it was an amazing experience. From the start, everything felt very personal and well orgRead more
Conal higney
united kingdom
Best Trekking company I have been on 3 treks with Sitaram; Langtang, Annapurna Circuit, and Mera Peak, all of which have been amazing. My most recent Trek was to the top of Mera Peak, the higheRead more
Gerard Melly
Ireland
