Annapurna Circuit Trek in 2025

If you’re wondering why Annapurna Circuit Trek in 2025 can be a once-in-a-lifetime adventure, it’s because the trek offers multitude of experience. It has mountains, the world’s highest mountain pass, valleys, apple orchards, high-altitude lakes, culture, hamlets, and ultimate adventure. Moreover, being not-so-difficult, even beginner trekkers can complete the trek comfortably.

Trekkers started embarking on the Annapurna Circuit Trek in 1977. In no time, the heavenly elegance of the region attracted a large number of trekkers. And in no time, it emerged as a trekker’s favorite and among the best trekking in Nepal. This trek has everything to offer for a trekker, from the humid subtropical lowlands to the snow-occupied alpine region. Further, this trek takes you to the panoramic landscapes of Manang, Jomsom, and Muktinath along the world’s deepest Kali Gandaki Gorge.

Usually, trekkers embark on a 13-day trek to Annapurna Circuit with an acclimatization in Manang. Still, they miss most of the trek. Hence, to make your trek experience wholesome, we’ve put this blog with the most accurate information. Here, we’ve highlighted the best of this trek worth visiting and contribute to making your 13-day trek experience the best.

Annapurna Circuit Trek in 2025- Key Attractions

Planning an entire 13-day Annapurna Circuit Trek is challenging and daunting. It’s because the Annapurna Circuit is full of natural wonders, panoramas, and more. Due to this, trekkers often get overwhelmed and miss some of the must-visit places or must-do activities.

Trekking with a guide and from a trekking agency like us is easy. However, figuring it out by yourself isn’t.

Thus, we’ve tried to list some of the best attractions you shouldn’t miss while trekking in Annapurna Circuit. These attractions are beautiful destinations, valleys, and landmarks.

Let’s discover why you should embark on Around Annapurna Trek in the 2025 season.

Thorong La Pass: Pinnacle of Annapurna Circuit

Fancy conquering 5,416 meters altitude in the Himalayas? If so, embark on the adventurous Annapurna Circuit with us for the 2025 season (Spring/Autumn). Thorong La Pass, at 5,416 meters in the Annapurna region, is among the world’s highest mountain high passes.

For high-altitude trekkers, it’s a popular landmark. And conquering it on a trek is a testament to one’s ability and endurance. And, if you want to take the challenge, it’s best to embark on this adventure.

Thorong La, on the lap of Damodar Himal, north of the Annapurna mountains in the central Himalayas. Once a trade route between Manang and Mustang, this mountain pass now sees trekkers traverse it from Thorong Phedi to Muktinath anti-clockwise.

If you want to embark on a more adventurous trek in the Annapurna Region, check out Manaslu Annapurna Three Passes Trek, which includes Thorong La as well.

Muktinath Temple: A Pilgrimage’s Paradise

After trekking to Thorong La, you’ll descend to Phedi and Muktinath. Muktinath is popular for Muktinath Temple, which for Hindu and Buddhist pilgrims, is a paradise.

This temple is popular for 108 cold water spouts where pilgrims take a holy bath. The good part is that the holy bath is open to everyone, and you can experience it. It’s believed that the 108 spout bath here washes the bad deeds. Moreover, the cold water bath at Muktinath offers relaxation to your tired muscles from the long trek.

Pilgrims visit this temple with a jeep ride from Pokhara. However, the seniors and time-bound pilgrims often take helicopter tours to Muktinath. With this, you can imagine the magnitude of the religious significance of this holy abode.

The arid landscape, blue sky, and panoramic mountains around make Muktinath the best viewpoint at 3,800 meters. From the majestic view of Mt. Dhaulagiri, Nilgiri, and Annapurnas, the withered yet alluring Kagbeni and Kali Gandaki Gorge stand out.

Consider yourself lucky because you’ll visit this place after completing the trek.

Tilicho Lake: Serenity at 4,919 meters

As they say, the beautiful view comes after the arduous climb. The walk to Tilicho Lake reflects this to the fullest. It’s tiring to reach the lake, but once you step close to it, you’ll get a surreal sight of the lake and the Gangapurna mountain. Confronting the serene lake transcends you to a spiritual realm.

Tilicho Lake, at 4,919 meters, is Nepal’s second-highest lake. And it’s in the Annapurna region. Moreover, it sits close to the Annapurna Circuit route. Thus, while trekking to Annapurna Circuit, a visit to Tilicho Lake is highly recommended. It’s among the remarkable wonders of Annapurna, where serenity meets elegance.

In one go, including Tilicho, you can complete Annapurna Circuit Trek with Tilicho Lake in 13 days, excluding your arrival. Considering the number of days, it’s almost the same as Annapurna Circuit Trek 13 days.

The lake lengths 4 km and is 1.2 kilometers wide. To the left of this lake sits Mt. Gangapurna, and on the North is Mesokanto La. Interestingly, the lake neither has a water source nor any stream for drainage.

Recommendation: The lake freezes and gets covered with snow from February till April. Thus, for ideal viewing of the lake, May and September-December are highly recommended.

Gangapurna Glacier Lake: Perfect acclimatization hike in Manang

If there’s a lake that is small and shallow yet elegant, it’s Gangapurna, a turquoise glacier lake in Manang. You’ll visit Gangapurna while acclimatizing in Manang during the Annapurna Circuit Trek and Tilicho Lake Trek.

The water sources of this lake are the glaciers of Mt. Gangapurna, Annapurna IV, Khangsar Kang, and Glacier Dome. Thus, while hiking to this lake, you’ll also walk close to the glaciers of Annapurna.

For a panoramic sight of Manang Valley, Gangapurna Lake, and Annapurna mountains, you’ll climb to the viewpoint for 30 minutes. An entire valley nestled by the lofty Annapurna and panoramic peaks makes the acclimatization in Manang the best.

Poon Hill: Awe-Inspiring Sunrise and Sunset

The heaven of rhododendron, Poon Hill, is for breathtaking sunrise and sunset overlooking Annapurna and Dhaulagiri. This hill station at 3,210 meters is the soul of Annapurna Sanctuary. Want to know why? Let’s dig in a bit on Poon Hill Vantage Point.

First, Poon Hill is widely known for its breathtaking sunrise and sunset over the Annapurna mountains. From this hill station, you’ll see Annapurna I at 8,091 meters and Dhaulagiri at 8,127 meters, the two eight thousand meters mountains of Annapurna. Moreover, you’ll see Annapurna South, III, Dhampus Peak, Tukuche Peak, Machhapuchhre, Dhaulagiri II, and more.

Second, Poon Hill, for trekkers, is like a potato in a curry, fits with all. If you’re doing Annapurna Circuit Trek, visiting Poon Hill offers an exquisite natural experience. Moreover, if you prefer doing 10 day Annapurna Base Camp Trek, the trek itinerary includes the visit to Poon Hill.

Moreover, the gentle routes to Ghorepani and Poon Hill have made it a popular go-to for families and beginner trekkers. Also, the tea houses provide comfortable accommodations and nutritious meals.

When is the best time to visit Poon Hill? We’d recommend April over other months due to the rhododendron blossom. However, the experience of astounding mountains wrapped in elegant sunrises and sunsets is best throughout the year, except in July and August.