Is the Annapurna Circuit hard?
The Annapurna Circuit is a tough but totally doable and rewarding multiday trek in a remote part of the Himalayas. If you're thinking of doing it, you probably should!

How many days is the Annapurna Circuit?

How far is the Annapurna Circuit?

Annapurna Circuit itinerary


How high is the Annapurna Circuit?

Every thousand metres you travel above sea level makes aerobic exercise 10% harder.

Training for the Annapurna Circuit
Training hikes
Training at altitude
Strength and cardio training

Using a porter

Is the Annapurna Circuit dangerous?
The Annapurna Circuit takes you up close to some of the mightiest mountains on Earth without the risks associated with climbing them.

Mount Annapurna
The importance of a trek guide

How cold is the Annapurna Circuit?
Monthly temperatures along the Annapurna Circuit
The Himalayas are unpredictable and should be treated with all due respect.
Rainfall along the Annapurna Circuit
Snow along the Annapurna Circuit

Forces you can’t control
not being able to trek for a day, or even days, as a result of poor weather conditions suffering from headaches as a result of the extreme altitude developing acute mountain sickness (AMS) and having to turn back without completing the trek injuring yourself and having to abort the trek
Acute mountain sickness
You can help ward off AMS by taking altitude meds, and for this we advise visiting your GP to get a prescription for something that best suits you.

Altitude symptoms

Annapurna Circuit paths
Footbridges

How basic are Annapurna Circuit amenities?
Accommodation

Food
Hygiene

Summary