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Pokhara-6, Lakeside, Nepal

Annapurna Circuit

Annapurna · Challenging

Annapurna Circuit

Nepal’s most versatile circuit with forests, villages, high pass drama, and huge optional jeep compression.

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Route map

Annapurna Circuit

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Drawing the topographic base, route line, and stage markers for this itinerary.

Route read

Besisahar to Muktinath

6 mapped stages, about 86 km on the visible line, showing where the trek leaves road access and moves into higher mountain terrain.

Route progress

Stage 1 of 60%

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Completed

~86 km

Total route

Elevation profile

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↑ 2,270 m

Elevation gain

↓ 3,120 m

Max elevation

Current leg

Besisahar to Chame

38 km

Est. distance

Transit

Stage type

Duration

15 days

Max altitude

5,416m

Best seasons

Mar-May · Oct-Dec

Starting rate

$2,190+

Permits and access

Permits

ACAP, TIMS or equivalent trekking registration

Access

Jeep to Chame, Flight or drive from Jomsom/Pokhara

Stay style

Kathmandu + Pokhara hotels + upgraded teahouse chain

Customize your trip

jeep

Fast-track lower sections by jeep without losing Thorong La and the core circuit.

flight

Exit via Jomsom or complete overland to Pokhara.

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Local partner insight

Extra route detail from our local trekking partner.

The notes below show what is commonly included, how the days are staged, and where pricing can change.

Partner-published rates are reference points. Final pricing depends on dates, group size, route choices, hotels, and transport.

Itinerary preview

Day 1

7hrs drive140kms/86mls480m ascend

Pokhara (820m) - Besisahar (760m) - Jagat (1300m)

If you are taking a local bus to Besisahar, we recommend waiting for the Thorong La - Phedi guest house guide. A 3-hour jeep/bus ride takes us to the starting point of the trek: Besisahar (900m), the capital of Lamjung District. After lunch drive a further 3hrs to Jagat, to avoid the crowded town of Besisahar. Also, it is a nice and better way to experience village life in Jagat (1300m) from the first day. Great mountain views!

Day 2

5hrs12kms/7.4mls400m ascend

Jagat (1300m) – Tal (1700m)

Also at the beginning, we will be walking on the road for about 3 hours after that we will be walking on trial up to Tal. On the way to Tal, we can see beautiful waterfalls and beehives. Tal is the first village in Manang district. A paradise along the Marsyangdi River. We can see beautiful waterfalls from the hotel. A Buddhist shrine called Chorten is located in front of the waterfall and according to the villagers the shrine protects the villages from natural disasters. Tal means lake in Nepali. The village was once a lake, and therefore it is called Tal (1700m). Hiking hours: 5

Day 3

5 hrs12kms/7.5mls600m ascend

Tal (1700m) – Danagyu (2300m)

Tal is the first village in the Manang district. A paradise along the Marsyandi River. We can see beautiful waterfalls from the hotel. A Buddhist shrine called Chorten is located in front of the waterfall and according to the villagers the shrine protects the villages from natural disasters. Today's destination is Danagyu (2300m). Hiking hours: 5

Day 4

5 hrs12 kms300m ascend

Danaque (2300m) - Chame (2600m)

We continue to follow the river and reach Chame (2670m). This village is famous for its hot springs – perfect for soothing our aching limbs! The village of Chame is the districts headquarter of Manang district. Many administrative offices are located in Chame. The trail continues thru pine and rhododendron forests with spectacular view of Manaslu. The lower route is faster, but is not as scenic as the higher route. Hiking hours: 5.