Annapurna Trek Cost Per Person

Trekking usually refers to walking tour where you set a destination and walk through the wild nature and diversity of places. Often in the Himalayas, the trekking cost is determined by the specialty and requirements chosen for the destination. Trekking is the teacher that teaches a very important lesson about how little one needs to be happy! – Food, Clothes and  Shelter. When you are on the track, all you think about is conquering the destination while enjoying the surrounding.

When talking about Annapurna region, it is one of the most famous trekking destination in the world. Mount Annapurna is the tenth highest peak in the world and lies in Annapurna Conservation Region. This region has two variations of treks: Annapurna Base Camp and Annapurna Circuit Trek. Generally, Annapurna Base Camp is also called as Annapurna Sanctuary Trek, which leads to the base camp of Mount Annapurna. The Circuit Trek is the wonderful round trek over the Annapurna Conservation Area.

These two treks are vary in nature and specialty themselves. The trekking route for the Annapurna Base Camp starts from Nayapul, and with including the sunrise views from Ghorepani Poon Hill this trek takes you to the base camp of Annapurna and ends in Nayapul after 9 days of walking in the Himalayas, reaching a height of 4,130m at Base Camp.Shorten with AI

The Circuit Trek however, is different in nature. It requires determination. The highest point to reach on this trek Thorong La Pass at 5,416m, which is higher than the Everest Base Camp Trek. This trek starts from the Jagat and by walking around Annapurna Conservation Area for 9 days it concludes in Pokhara. Our standard AC itinerary includes one acclimatization day during the trek and  5 days extra in Kathmandu, from Kathmandu and to Kathmandu covering arrival and departure.Shorten with AI

If we calculate the price for the both trek then, 13 Days ABC Trek would cost $899 per person and 15 Days Annapurna Circuit Trek costs $935 per person. Within this price Epic Trek Nepal provides all the required facilities included:

Guides: around $25 per day
Porters: $20 per day
Permits and Fees: ≈$25 ACAP
Accommodation and All meals: ranges $40 during the trek
Transportation to and from starting point of trek
Hotel in Kathmandu
Airport Pick-up and Drop-Off
First Aid Kit,
Duffle Bag, Sleeping Bag
and Trekking map

You can expect an average daily expense of $100, and for appreciating the local guides and porters, we suggest tipping them an extra $100 each for their work. Other than this, you require he best quality trekking gears such as:

Bag pack:

• Comfortable backpack with adjustable straps (40-70 liters).

Footwear’s:

• Hiking boots with ankle support.
• Lightweight camp shoes or tennis shoes for relaxing.

Clothing:

• Moisture-wicking base layers (long-sleeve and short-sleeve).
• Insulating layers: Heavy fleece or down jacket.
• Waterproof shell with a hood.
• Lightweight windbreaker.
• Waterproof pants.
• Sturdy trekking pants (2 pairs).
• Comfortable hiking shorts.
• Moisture-wicking underwear (5 pairs).
• Long underwear (2 sets).
• Multiple pairs of moisture-wicking hiking socks (7 pairs).
• Warm thermal socks (1 pair).

Accessories:

• Trekking poles (collapsible for stability).
• Lightweight headlamp or flashlight with extra batteries.
• Durable water bottles (2 liters).
• Gloves (light inner gloves and insulated wool or down mittens/gloves).
• UV-protective sunglasses.
• Broad-brimmed hat for sun protection.
• Neck gaiter.
• Wool hat or balaclava for colder weather.

Sun Protection:

• High SPF sunscreen.
• Moisturizing lip balm with SPF.

Towels and Toiletries

• Quick-drying travel Towel
• Basic toiletries (toothbrush, toothpaste, biodegradable soap etc.)

Documents and Money:

• Copy of passport and identification
• Sufficient local currency (ATM on the way often don’t work properly)

Snacks and Hydration:

• High-energy snacks (nuts, energy bars, chocolates).
• Water purification tablets or a portable water purifier.

Navigation and Communication:

• Trekking map or guidebook.
• Mobile phone with a local SIM card and emergency contact numbers.

Emergency Item:

• Comprehensive kit including basic medications and blister treatment (Guides will carry).
• Lightweight emergency shelter or space blanket.
• Duct tape for quick gear repairs.
• Plastic bags for organizing and protecting items.
• Trash bags for carrying out waste.

Some of the gears such as Sleeping Bags, Down Jackets, Trekking Poles are available for rent in Kathmandu. If you are a beginner trekker and want to trek more destinations in the future, our recommendation is to buy them. It is good to be prepared by yourself, which will be a good investment for a long time.

Please note that, this price calculation will be slightly more or less depending upon season, groups and options of trek you choose.

Extra cost in addition to those mentioned would be:

• Hot showers: $2-4 per shower
• Wi-Fi: $1-3 per day
• Device charging: $2 per charge
• Extra snacks and drinks: $5-10 per day
• Alcoholic beverages: $5-8 per drink
• Laundry: $5-7 per load

Mandatorily bring the insurance coverage up to 5000m with helicopter evacuation included.

This cost expectation based on after arriving in Nepal, so Nepal Visa and International Flight Tickets are additional requirement. Kindly, Click this link to process the Visa for Nepal and look for the international flight tickets according to your country to Nepal.