Annapurna Circuit Budget Trek FAQ

What is the difference between Annapurna Circuit Trek and Annapurna Circuit Budget Trek?

  • Annapurna Circuit Budget Trek is a shorter and budget-friendly version of the regular Annapurna Circuit Trek. This trek takes only 10 days to complete while offering you the same intensity, adventure, and excitement as the ACT.

What are the means of transportation during the Annapurna Circuit Budget Trek?

  • In this trekking itinerary, we travel via road rather than on flight. From Kathmandu to Besisahar, we take a bus and from there, we travel on a sharing jeep to reach Dharapani and Pokhara from Muktinath.

Which is the highest point of this trekking adventure and what is its altitude?

  • The highest point of the Annapurna Circuit Budget Trek is Thorung La Pass and it stands at an altitude of 5416 meters above sea level.

Is there any risk of altitude sickness on this trek even for a professional trekker?

  • If you do not take proper precautionary measures and ascend at a fast pace while not listening to the guides, there is higher chance of getting an altitude sickness.

Do I need any prior trekking experience to ascend the Annapurna Circuit Budget Trek?

  • Ascending to 5416 meters above sea level is not a thing that anyone can do with a day's practice. Walking up the slippery, rocky, and completely abandoned land takes a lot of courage and more than that, physical and mental fitness. But do you know what is more important than these things? It's the knowledge about the Himalayas, the mountains, the altitude, and the difficulties one can face in such places.

How good is the accommodation in the Annapurna Circuit Budget Trek?

  • If you go with Adventure Bound Nepal, you can expect good options for both food and accommodation. We make sure to arrange the tea houses and lodges with all the facilities and amenities.

Can I customize the Annapurna Circuit Budget Trek as per my preferences?

  • Yes, with Adventure Bound Nepal, you can customize this package but we encourage you to priorly inform us about the changes or customization that you would like to do.

What are the toilet and bathroom facilities during the Annapurna Circuit Budget Trek?

  • As we arrange perfect accommodation facilities during this trek, all those tea houses and hotels will have good toilets and bathrooms.