Annapurna Circuit with Tilicho Lake

Challenging. Long days of six to eight hours at altitude, several of them above 4,000 m. Train on hills with a loaded day pack for two to three months, and build the acclimatisation days in rather than cutting them.

Its season is March to May and September to November. Outside those months the route is usually shut by snow, cloud or monsoon rain, and we will say so rather than sell it.

We are setting its next fixed departures now. If none suits you, ask us and we will tell you when the next one runs.

From US$1,425 per person, twin share, on the Budget standard; Regular from US$1,680, Premium from US$2,280. You choose the standard when you book a departure in Prices and dates. Permits, your guide and porters, and meals and lodging on the trek are included; What's included has the full list.

The route tops out at 5,416 m. We gain height gradually, and your guide checks on everyone every day above 3,000 m. At any sign of altitude sickness we go down, and a rescue is arranged if it is needed. Turning around for safety is never a failed trip.

Your policy must cover trekking to 5,416 m, including emergency helicopter evacuation. We ask to see it before you set off.

Yes. We run a private trip for one, priced on request because the guide and porter are yours alone. A room of your own is possible, subject to lodge space higher up.

Pick a start date in Prices and dates and press Continue booking, or message us on WhatsApp. We reply with the day-by-day plan and an exact price, usually within a day, and take no payment until you confirm.