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Trekker checking an offline map on the Annapurna Circuit
Apps & Maps

Best Offline Maps for the Annapurna Circuit (2026 Comparison)

EkTrek vs Organic Maps, OsmAnd, Gaia GPS and AllTrails: which apps actually work offline on the Circuit, and where global apps' Nepal data falls short.

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Trekkers crossing Thorong La pass on the Annapurna Circuit
Itineraries

14-Day Annapurna Circuit Itinerary: Day-by-Day with Altitudes (2026)

A realistic day-by-day plan from Besisahar over Thorong La (5,416 m) and out via Poon Hill, with sleeping altitudes, walking hours, and where AMS risk actually concentrates.

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Annapurna mountain peaks under a clear blue sky
Permits

Annapurna Circuit Permits: ACAP Card Explained (2026)

TIMS is no longer required in the Annapurna region. Here is exactly what you need: the ACAP card, where to get it, what it costs, and how to collect it before your trek.

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