Annapurna Circuit

Nepal Tourism Board — ACAP + TIMSGet both permits from Nepal Tourism Board in Kathmandu or Pokhara. Takes 30 min. Bring passport, passport photo, and cash in NPR (cards not accepted). ACAP: NPR 3,000 (~$25). TIMS: NPR 2,000 (~$17).Apply or read more ↗

ACAP ~$25 + TIMS ~$17 = ~$42 total

Not applicable

Oct–Nov (post-monsoon, best visibility) and March–April (pre-monsoon)

Tea houses throughout — bottled water available but bring purification to reduce plastic waste.

Tea house system throughout — no need to carry food. Rooms and meals every few hours on main route.

The most popular trekking circuit in the world. Passes over Thorong La pass at 5,416m (17,769 ft) — acclimatization is essential (2+ nights in Manang). Tea house infrastructure means ultralight gear is overkill — a 35L pack with warm layers is the practical setup.