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Annapurna Circuit: Route, Altitude & Permit Guide

Plan the Annapurna Circuit with route, duration, altitude, season, permits, key stops and safety guidance.

The classic trans-Himalayan loop: subtropics to the Tibetan-style desert of Mustang over the highest trekking pass of the big circuits, descending to Muktinath's shrine and the Kali Gandaki.

Route overview

Permits

ACAP entry (NPR 3,000) + TIMS card (NPR 2,000 individual)

Best season

Oct–Nov, Mar–Apr

Safety

Route facts

12–18 days · maximum altitude 5,416 m · Demanding