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Annapurna Circuit

A route-by-route breakdown of the classic Annapurna Circuit as a bookable alternative to the crowded Everest Base Camp trail, with teahouse logistics and altitude strategy.

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The Annapurna Circuit: A Trekker's Guide to Nepal's Ultimate Himalayan Adventure

From subtropical rice terraces to the 5,416m Thorong La pass, the Annapurna Circuit delivers Nepal's most varied teahouse trek. Here's how to plan the crossing right, season by season.

Emma Blackwood