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Annapurna Circuit Trek 12 Days

12 days
From Kathmandu to Pokhara
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Hiking & Trekking
Epic trails and breathtaking landscapes await
Fully Guided
An experienced guide will be with you for the entire tour
Medium Intensity
Travelers should be comfortable with somewhat-demanding activities
Guided in English
Group Size 1 - 15
Age range 10 to 65
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Highlights

  • Get your trekking permit in Besi Sahar
  • Hike through rhododendron forests to Tal
  • View Annapurna peaks from Chame
  • Cross Marsayangdi River to picturesque Manang
  • Ascend to Thorung La Pass for stunning views

Itinerary

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  1. Introduction
  1. Arrival pick up transfer to Hotel and Orientation
  2. Kathmandu to Besi Sahar (760m) – Syange (8 hours’ drive)
  3. Trek from Syange to Dharapani(1860m)
  4. Trek from Dharapani to Chame (2670m)
  5. Trek from Chame to Pisang (3200m)
  6. Trek from Pisang to Manang (3540m)
  7. Acclimatization day in Manang (3540m)
  8. Trek from Manang to Ledar (4200m)
  9. Trek from Ledar to Thorung Phedi (4525m)
  10. Trek from Thorung Phedi – Thorung La Pass (5416m) to Muktinath (3760m)
  11. Trek from Muktinath to Jomsom (2720m)
  12. Fly from Jomsom to Pokhara (820m) 30 Minutes flight from Jomsom
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    4.9
  • Guide
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  • BW
    · April 17th, 2025
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    Simple booking process via Tourradar: quick responses, booking of additional nights without any problems. The local operator Nepal Social Treks offers a good price-performance ratio and top support during the trek. Big thanks to Amrit, Randhoj and Kabiraj!!! You were great!
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    Trip date: March 2025
  • BH
    · April 11th, 2025
    The trip was worth the effort. Our guide and the 2 porters were always helpful, informative and nice. We can recommend the trip. We were especially grateful for accomodations with almost everytime attached bathrooms, highly appreciated due to the cold weather in the nights in March/April.
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    Trip date: March 2025
  • AS
    · November 22nd, 2024
    Amazing trip, great organization, really glad I did this adventure
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    Trip date: November 2024
  • P
    · May 7th, 2022
    Great trekking with amazing people and views - awesome experience!
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    Trip date: April 2022
  • RM
    · March 7th, 2020
    Highly recommend Nepal social treks and the Annapurna circuit. It was a well organised trip, an experienced and knowledgable guide, and good accommodation throughout. Really felt they went over and above for me and it’s excellent value for money.
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    Nepal Social Treks commented on this review
    Dear Guest, Namaste, Thank you so much for your words and loving our service. We are so delighted to have you as our guest. Comments and reviews from our guests help us to grow and work better and know about our service. Thank you for your words and... Show more
    Trip date: February 2020
  • C
    · April 2nd, 2019
    People in Nepal Social were very kind and helpful. They arranged a very good trek for me, and when it was impossible because of it being too dangerous due to uncommonly high snow levels, they arranged an alternative trekking tour for me. They made my stay in Nepal very confortable and easy.
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    Nepal Social Treks commented on this review
    Dear Carlos, Greetings from Nepal, Thank you so much for your kind words and recommendation. We are so pleased to help you with Annapurna Circuit Trek. We hope to see you again! Thank you! -NST Team
    Trip date: March 2019
  • M
    · April 1st, 2019
    Great trekking, professional, social and very friendly guide Kamaal. All in all it was a challenge, beautiful scenery, friendly local people and good fun.
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    Nepal Social Treks commented on this review
    Dear Martijn, Greetings from Nepal, Thank you so much for your kind words and for taking the time to recommend us. We are so delighted to hear that you enjoyed the trip to the fullest. We hope to see you again for the next adventure. Thank you! -NST Team
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    Trip date: March 2019
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    · December 16th, 2018
    Trekking in Nepal is one of the most wonderful...
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    Nepal Social Treks commented on this review
    Thank you for taking your time to reviews your experience with us to Annapurna Circuit Trek. We are delighted the hear your story and we are looking to see you again for another adventures.
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    Trip date: May 2018

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Annapurna Circuit Trek 12 Days
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    Amelia

    Asked on April 12th, 2025

    Do the 15 day and 12 day Annapurna circuit trail follow the same trail? Both have 9 days of hiking but if you compare the days they have slightly different descriptions. For example hot springs are included in 15 day hike, but not the 12 day hike, despite seeming to follow the same route.

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    • Nepal Social TreksOperatorWritten April 2025

      please chek all itinerary on detail to see different!

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    Charles

    Asked on February 14th, 2025

    I'm interested in your trek and would like to know the height of Tharong Pass please and the average trekking time each day also. Also, can you tell me, is it better to come at the end of October or the beginning of November? I have about a month of flexible travel time and want to know if I will get fine days to see the mountains during this time, or is it still overcast and cold? Also what is your average group size?

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    • Nepal Social TreksOperatorWritten February 2025

      the height of thorongala pass is 5419 m. during the trekking time evereday you will around around 6-7 hours walking. Sept- Dec we have season so yoiu will come any time. if you have a flexibke of time then you will come beginning of November. yes in this time you can see the mountain. normally we have mininum 2 and maximum 8 people in one group. in this time weather is not much cold.

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    Angela

    Asked on February 14th, 2025

    Is there a porter included in this?

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    • Nepal Social TreksOperatorWritten February 2025

      We confirm the Porter is included in the trek cost!

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    Simon

    Asked on September 12th, 2024

    How large are the group tours - how many people should I expect in the tour group? Do you provide rental for gear and equipment ie. hiking boots, trekking poles, down puffer, sleeping bag (if needed) etc.

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    • Nepal Social TreksOperatorWritten September 2024

      normally in 1 group, we have 5-7 people are in a group. we will provide you with a sleeping bag trekking poles need to buy. other things are available for rental.

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    Janet

    Asked on February 24th, 2024

    Is there anyone else booked on this date? I would like to be hiking with a group rather than solo

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    • Nepal Social TreksOperatorWritten February 2024

      Regarding the group joining for the Annapurna Circuit Trek, 2 travellers have confirmed for the same date and we are in communication with the other 2 travellers. Furthermore, please note that we will match you with other fellow travellers.

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    Liam

    Asked on January 18th, 2024

    Can you guarantee that if I book this trip for the 6th of March this year, it will take place? I find it irritating that you offer a departure on every single day when it seems like no one else is booking this trip.

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    • Nepal Social TreksOperatorWritten January 2024

      We can confirm that if you book the trip for March 6th, it will indeed proceed as scheduled. We will have daily departures during the season.

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    Bianca

    Asked on June 6th, 2022

    if we did the 12 day circuit 6/19-6/30 how many other people will be w us?

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    • Nepal Social TreksOperatorWritten June 2022

      yes we have other 2 people on this date. then you will be join this group. otherwise if you want to go private Treks and we will be organized for you

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      Bianca

      TravelerWritten June 2022

      question about weather, monsoon, will there be daily rain, heavy rain gear waterproof high ankle boots? leeches? rock fall? or this not a problem on the circuit and more so for ABC trek?

    • Nepal Social TreksOperatorWritten June 2022

      monsoon started slowly not daily heavy rain. yes need to wear waterproof ankle boots in lower place some places there are leeches but in upper no leeches. no rock fall in this treks. this is not a big problem in this treks. easiest treks no worry about that

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    Donald

    Asked on May 7th, 2022

    will the tour still be operating during this time? Additionally, I would be flying in on the 9th so would accommodation for that night also be included?

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    • Nepal Social TreksOperatorWritten May 2022

      Yes, if you booked the tour starting on 9th July, then the 9th July accommodation is included and we will also pick you up from the airport. Yes, this tour is operated at this time of the year.

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      Donald

      TravelerWritten May 2022

      The crossing of Thorung La Pass (5416m) is the most challenging and terrifying section of this entire trek - what makes it terrifying? I'm not a fitness guru or anything, would I be able to do it? I'd say I have slightly above average fitness levels but high endurance.

    • Nepal Social TreksOperatorWritten May 2022

      The Throng-La pass is Moderate level pass, during winter is hard but during summer is easy and doable, I'm sure if you are a regular fit then you can do this easily.

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    Adrian

    Asked on April 6th, 2022

    My friend and I were eager to book tickets for this trek. We just had a couple questions regarding visa and cost - my friend is Australian so I am aware that he will need to get his visa stamped on arrival, would you recommend getting this done before or after arriving in Nepal. I have an OCI so would I require a visa for Nepal?

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    • Nepal Social TreksOperatorWritten April 2022

      Yes he will need to get his visa stamped on arrival its easily done in airport. in this process are done after arrival in Nepal. if you have Indian passport then no need to required visa. otherwise you need. Yes cost are included in everything hotel for first night in Kathmandu. for international fare and visa you should pay your self this is not included. international visa cost is only USD50

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