The Annapurna Circuit Trek is one of the most legendary trekking routes in the world and although some of the route is tarred these days, it still attracts thousands of trekking enthusiasts every year. In terms of numbers, it is the second most popular trek in Nepal. You can find in this blog post everything you need to know about trekking the Annapurna Circuit Trail: itinerary and altitude per day, cost, map, best season, and much more.
The total distance of the Annapurna Circuit varies between 160 and 230 kilometers (100-145 miles), depending on the options one chooses to trek. Because of the fact that some of the Annapurna Circuit Trek is tarred, trekkers choose to cover some of the routes with motorized transport. Other than logistics it also serves a gentle break after a long day of trekking.
Almost all trekkers do the Annapurna Circuit Trek in an anti-clockwise direction. This way the altitude gain is less and people are less prone to the effects of altitude sickness. The Thorong La Pass at 5416 meters (17769 feet) is the highest point of the Annapurna Circuit Trek and is, together with the various peaks you will see on the route, an absolute highlight of the trek.
