Nov 2 - Nov 16, 2025  confirmed

Annapurna Circuit Classic Start from Besi Sahar, via Tilicho Lake, and Bus to Tatopani and trek to Poon Hill (15 days)
Annapurna Region, Nepal

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Difficulty: strenuous

Private trek | 1 confirmed trekker

Annapurna Circuit Classic Start from Besi Sahar, via Tilicho Lake, and Bus to Tatopani and trek to Poon Hill
$376 usd
For 1 person to join this trek
Guide & Permits Only
Includes guide and all required permits & entry fees:
$16.64 /day per person for guide
+ $15 per person for guide's insurance
+ $23.50 per person for guide's transport
+ $24.38 per person for vat tax
+ $48 per person for permits
+ $15 for private trek surcharge

Teahouse lodging, food, & transportation paid separately.

Included Services
  • Permits ACAP and TIMS Card
  • Guide Guide's wages, food, lodging, and insurance
  • Guide's Transport
  • VAT Tax 13% Nepal Government Tax
Optional Services (Porter)
  • Porter Each porter may carry no more than 20 kg (44 lb). One porter is usually enough for 2 people's gear. Government required insurance covers the porter in case of an accident while on the trip.
    $20 per day per porter

    + $30 per porter for porter's insurance
    + $2.21 per day per porter for vat tax (porter)

Guide
Rajkumar
Languages
English and Nepali
Ratings
great

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Benjamin (France)
itinerary creator

French backpacker currently traveling in Australia. First time in Nepal, excited to do this trek!

While the new road offers the possibility of shortening this classic trek, it still provides one of the most diverse trekking experiences in Nepal. Starting at Chame, or the traditional starting point of Besi Sahar, the trail runs through lush forest and passes through villages to Manang. From Manang there is an option to take the spectacular side trip to Tilicho Lake, or continue directly over the Thorung La (5416 m) descending to the pilgrim town of Muktinath, a sacred place for both Hindus and Buddhists. From Muktinath, you have the option to take a jeep via the wide valley of lower Mustang to Jomson, where both flights and buses to Pokhara can be arranged, or trek via the traditional village of Kagbeni, gateway to upper Mustang. While the road has taken some of the charm out of this classic trek, the advantage is that a trip can be tailored around one’s interests and time constraints. Whether you do the epic full circuit from Besi Sahar to Ghorepani, or take off a bite sized chunk around the Thorung La, the Annapurna Circuit still has plenty to offer.

Side trip Classic Start from Besi Sahar: Before the road existed, trekkers would start their journey around Annapurna from the market town of Besi Sahar. This journey takes you from lush rice paddy clad hills to the ice and rock of the Thorung La. To experience the full range of Nepal’s diverse mountain ecology, begin your trek at this classic start point.

Side trip via Tilicho Lake: If you only have time for one side trip off the main Annapurna circuit, make time for the jaw-dropping vistas of Tilicho lake. Nestled against the backs of the Annapurna peaks, this brilliant blue lake at 5000m is a sight not to be missed. The trail to the lake is scenic but challenging, winding along loose eroded cliff sides to the Tilicho Base Camp lodge. From the lodge, there is a steep hike up to the lake and viewpoint that’s well worth the effort.

Side trip Bus to Tatopani and trek to Poon Hill: If you'd like to finish the trek with a climb to the panoramic view point of Poon Hill and wave goodbye to the 8000 m peaks of Dhaulagiri and Annapurna, but not walk the road section you can cut out a few days by taking a bus between Jomsom and Tatopani.

Weather Conditions in November

Early November, along with late October, are the most popular times to trek in Nepal. Temperatures get cooler in November, but the skies get clearer and the chance of rain or snow interrupting your trek gets lower. At high altitudes, trekkers are rewarded with good views throughout the day.

At a glance
On average there are 1 day with precipitation in November. The highest point on the trek is Thorung La at 5416 m. During November, expect high temperatures of around -0.1°C (32°F) and lows down to -16.1°C (3°F) at Thorung La.

Annapurna Circuit Classic Start from Besi Sahar, via Tilicho Lake, and Bus to Tatopani and trek to Poon Hill
(Elevation Profile)

Itinerary
(15 days / 14 nights )
created by Benjamin (France)

Sun Nov 2 (day 1)

Kathmandu (1337 m)

Expect typical high termperatures of about 24.4°C (76°F) and lows of about 8.4°C (47°F) in November.

Kathmandu
Public bus from Kathmandu to Besi Sahar (Not Included)

Estimated cost: $6.00
Travel time: about 6 hours
Please pay the fare for your guide & porter (if you have hired one)

Besi Sahar (800 m)

Expect typical high termperatures of about 27.6°C (82°F) and lows of about 11.6°C (53°F) in November.

Bhulbhule (840 m)

Expect typical high termperatures of about 27.4°C (81°F) and lows of about 11.4°C (53°F) in November.

Mon Nov 3 (day 2)

Bahundanda (1270 m)

About 3-4 hours from Bhulbhule
Expect typical high termperatures of about 24.8°C (77°F) and lows of about 8.8°C (48°F) in November.

Bahundanda

Ghermu (1140 m)

About 2-3 hours from Bahundanda
Expect typical high termperatures of about 25.6°C (78°F) and lows of about 9.6°C (49°F) in November.

Tue Nov 4 (day 3)

Syange (1080 m)

About a half hour from Ghermu or About 6-7 hours from Bhulbhule
Expect typical high termperatures of about 25.9°C (79°F) and lows of about 9.9°C (50°F) in November.

Syange

Jagat (1290 m)

Expect typical high termperatures of about 24.7°C (76°F) and lows of about 8.7°C (48°F) in November.

Chamje (1410 m)

About 3-4 hours from Syange
Expect typical high termperatures of about 23.9°C (75°F) and lows of about 7.9°C (46°F) in November.

Chamje

Tal (1700 m)

Expect typical high termperatures of about 22.2°C (72°F) and lows of about 6.2°C (43°F) in November.

Tal

Dharapani (1960 m)

About 5-6 hours from Chamje
Expect typical high termperatures of about 20.6°C (69°F) and lows of about 4.6°C (40°F) in November.

Dharapani
Wed Nov 5 (day 4)

Bagarchhap (2160 m)

Expect typical high termperatures of about 19.4°C (67°F) and lows of about 3.4°C (38°F) in November.

Chame (2710 m)

About 6-7 hours from Dharapani
Expect typical high termperatures of about 16.1°C (61°F) and lows of about 0.1°C (32°F) in November.

Chame
Thu Nov 6 (day 5)

Pisang (3240 m)

About 5-6 hours from Chame
Expect typical high termperatures of about 13.0°C (55°F) and lows of about -3.0°C (27°F) in November.

Pisang

Upper Pisang (3300 m)

About 20 min from Pisang
Expect typical high termperatures of about 12.6°C (55°F) and lows of about -3.4°C (26°F) in November.

Upper Pisang
Fri Nov 7 (day 6)

Ghyaru (3670 m)

About 2 hours from Upper Pisang
Expect typical high termperatures of about 10.4°C (51°F) and lows of about -5.6°C (22°F) in November.

Ghyaru

Ngawal (3650 m)

About 45 minutes
Expect typical high termperatures of about 10.5°C (51°F) and lows of about -5.5°C (22°F) in November.

Ngawal

Braka (3500 m)

About 45 minutes from Ngawal
Expect typical high termperatures of about 11.4°C (53°F) and lows of about -4.6°C (24°F) in November.

Braka

Manang (3540 m)

Acclimatization wise it is also possible to spend the 2nd night at Khangsar instead of Manang if you wish and the group agrees
Expect typical high termperatures of about 11.2°C (52°F) and lows of about -4.8°C (23°F) in November.

Manang
Sat Nov 8 (day 7)

Manang (3540 m)

Expect typical high termperatures of about 11.2°C (52°F) and lows of about -4.8°C (23°F) in November.

Sun Nov 9 (day 8)

Khangsar (3745 m)

About 2-3 hours from Manang
Expect typical high termperatures of about 9.9°C (50°F) and lows of about -6.1°C (21°F) in November.

Khangsar

Shree Kharka (4080 m)

About 2-3 hours from Khangsar
Expect typical high termperatures of about 7.9°C (46°F) and lows of about -8.1°C (17°F) in November.

Shree Kharka

Tilicho Base Camp (3900 m)

About 6-9 hours from Manang, about 4-6 hours from Khangsar, or about 2-3 hours from Shree Kharka
Expect typical high termperatures of about 9.0°C (48°F) and lows of about -7.0°C (19°F) in November.

Tilicho Base Camp
Mon Nov 10 (day 9)

Tilicho Lake (4919 m)

About 2-4 hours up to the lake and about 1-1.5 hours back. While it's possible to see Tilicho Lake in the morning and make it to Yak Kharkha the same day it's more leisurely to add an extra rest day. This option would also give more time to explore the lake.
Expect typical high termperatures of about 2.9°C (37°F) and lows of about -13.1°C (8°F) in November.

Tilicho Lake

Shree Kharka (4080 m)

About 2 hours from Tilicho Base Camp
Expect typical high termperatures of about 7.9°C (46°F) and lows of about -8.1°C (17°F) in November.

Shree Kharka

Yak Kharka (4020 m)

About 5-6 hours from Tilicho Base Camp, or about 4 hours from Shree Kharka
Expect typical high termperatures of about 8.3°C (47°F) and lows of about -7.7°C (18°F) in November.

Yak Kharka
Tue Nov 11 (day 10)

Ledar (4230 m)

About 1 hour from Yak Kharkha
Expect typical high termperatures of about 7.0°C (45°F) and lows of about -9.0°C (16°F) in November.

Ledar

Thorung Phedi (4540 m)

About 1-3 hours from Letdar
Expect typical high termperatures of about 5.2°C (41°F) and lows of about -10.8°C (13°F) in November.

Thorung Phedi
Wed Nov 12 (day 11)

Thorung High Camp (4830 m)

About 1 hour from Thorung Phedi
Expect typical high termperatures of about 3.4°C (38°F) and lows of about -12.6°C (9°F) in November.

Thorung High Camp

Thorung La (5416 m)

About 3-6 hours from Thorong Phedi
Expect typical high termperatures of about -0.1°C (32°F) and lows of about -16.1°C (3°F) in November.

Thorung La

Muktinath (3800 m)

About 3-5 hours from Thorong La
Expect typical high termperatures of about 9.6°C (49°F) and lows of about -6.4°C (20°F) in November.

Muktinath
Thu Nov 13 (day 12)

Jomsom (2760 m)

Expect typical high termperatures of about 15.8°C (60°F) and lows of about -0.2°C (32°F) in November.

Jomsom
Fri Nov 14 (day 13)
Public bus from Jomsom to Tatopani (Not Included)

Estimated cost: $15.00
Travel time: about 7 hours
Please pay the fare for your guide & porter (if you have hired one)

Tatopani (1190 m)

Expect typical high termperatures of about 25.3°C (78°F) and lows of about 9.3°C (49°F) in November.

Tatopani
Sat Nov 15 (day 14)

Ghorepani (2874 m)

About 6-8 hours from Tatopani
Expect typical high termperatures of about 15.2°C (59°F) and lows of about -0.8°C (31°F) in November.

Ghorepani
Sun Nov 16 (day 15)

Poon Hill (3210 m)

About 2 hours above Ghorepani, and an hour return
Expect typical high termperatures of about 13.1°C (56°F) and lows of about -2.9°C (27°F) in November.

Poon Hill

Tikhedunga (1525 m)

About 5-6 hours from Ghorepani (to avoid a very long last day add a night here)
Expect typical high termperatures of about 23.3°C (74°F) and lows of about 7.3°C (45°F) in November.

Naya Pul (1000 m)

About 2-3 hours from Tikhedunga
Expect typical high termperatures of about 26.4°C (80°F) and lows of about 10.4°C (51°F) in November.

Public bus from Naya Pul to Pokhara (Not Included)

Estimated cost: $2.00
Travel time: about 2 hours
Please pay the fare for your guide & porter (if you have hired one)

Pokhara (827 m)

Expect typical high termperatures of about 27.4°C (81°F) and lows of about 11.4°C (53°F) in November.

Pokhara