In short
Annapurna Circuit: you can book the permit and guide all year, with no single opening date. It goes through a licensed agency. Best season: March to May, October to November.
When and at what time does registration open?
| What you book | The permit and guide (through an agency) |
| When to book | All year, with no single opening date |
| Price | Permit about €25, mandatory guide extraRough estimate, check the official website. |
| How reliable these dates are | Estimated from previous years |
What is the route like? from OpenStreetMap
Move your finger or mouse along the curve to read the km and the altitude. Approximate curve, from a terrain model.
Annapurna Circuit
238.9 km+15,897 m gain741 m → 5,406 m
Altitude by distanceMin 741 m · max 5,406 m
17 huts, lodges and campsites within 400 m of the route, shown on the 3D map. Length measured along the OpenStreetMap track, one way; elevation gain and altitudes from a terrain model. Approximate figures, check them against the official guide. Tracks © OpenStreetMap contributors (ODbL).
Annapurna Circuit on the 3D map Follow the route in 3D, then explore the 62 other trails and races on the map. Open the 3D mapWhat do you need to book?
- Licensed guide required.
- Conservation area permit.
To be met before you can book. Double-check the official rules.
How do you book, step by step?
- Set your datesThe best-season months are the most in demand.
- Choose a licensed agencyIt gets the permit for you.
- Prepare the required documentsOften your passport, sometimes a medical certificate.
- Keep the confirmationYou may be asked for it on site.
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Frequently asked questions
Annapurna Circuit: when should you book?
All year: there is no single opening date. The best-season months go first.
Annapurna Circuit: how much does it cost?
Permit about €25, mandatory guide extra. Rough estimate, check the official website.
Annapurna Circuit: are there requirements to book?
Yes: licensed guide required; conservation area permit.
Annapurna Circuit: when should you go?
Best season: March to May, October to November.