What documents and permits are required for the 14-day Annapurna Circuit with Ghorepani Trek?

The required permits for the Annapurna Circuit Trek with Ghorepani Trek are the TIMS Card and the Annapurna Conservation Area Permit (ACAP). You will need the ACAP as it helps fund trail maintenance, waste management, and conservation projects. The TIMS Card help to keep track of the trekkers’ information, ensures your safety, and assists in case of emergencies. The permit fees further help to support local villages and community development in the Annapurna Region.

TIMS (Trekkers' Information Management System) Card

You can get the TIMS Card from the Nepal Tourism Board (NTB) office in Kathmandu or Pokhara.

Cost:

For Nepali Citizens: Free
For SAARC Citizens: NPR 600 (USD 5 approx.)
For Foreign Nationals: NPR 2,000 (USD 17 approx.)

Annapurna Conservation Area Permit (ACAP)

You can get the ACAP from the Nepal Tourism Board Office (NTB) in Kathmandu or Pokhara.

Cost:

For Nepali Citizens: Free
For SAARC Citizens: NPR 1,000 (USD 8 approx.)
For Foreign Nationals: NPR 3,000 (USD 25 approx.)

The required documents for the Annapurna Region are:

Passport

It must be valid for at least 6 months.
You will need the original passport and two photocopies of it.
A passport is a must for permit registration and hotel check-ins.

Nepal Visa

The trek is 14 days long, so a 15-day visa is fine, but we suggest a 30-day visa for a safer option.
You can obtain this on arrival at Tribhuvan International Airport (TIA) or online.

Travel Insurance

You will need travel insurance that covers high altitude trekking above 4,000m.

Trekking Itinerary

You will need the trekking itinerary at permit counters and checkpoints.

If you have any more questions about the permits, please check our Trekking Permit and Entry Fee page.

Travel Insurance for the Annapurna Circuit with Ghorepani Trek

The Annapurna Circuit with Ghorepani Trek requires certain travel insurance coverage because the journey is full of adventures and unexpected conditions in remote areas. Travel Insurance will help you cover the cost of medical expenses and emergency evacuation. In case of flight delays or any other circumstances, it will cover the cost of trip interruptions or cancellations. Insurance coverages protect your safety and minimize risks during trekking in the Annapurna region remains essential.

What travel insurance coverages do you need to look for?

High-Altitude Coverage

The insurance will cover 5,500 meters of trekking altitude, where Thorong La Pass stands at 5,416 meters.

Emergency Helicopter Evacuation

It is essential in case of altitude sickness, injuries, or accidents in remote regions.
The insurance plan must cover the expense for helicopter rescue operations.

Medical Expenses

The medical expenses will also cover the cost of hospital, treatment and medications cost.

Trip Cancellation or Interruption

Travel insurance must cover trip cancellation or interruption in case of illness, weather conditions, or anything else that may create disruptions.

Lost or Damaged Baggage

During the trek, your baggage might get lost or damaged.
Travel insurance will help you cover the cost of the damage.

How secure is the Annapurna Circuit with Poonhill Trek?

The Annapurna Circuit with Poonhill Trek is generally safe and secure with well-managed trekking routes. You can experience safety along this trail because it features clear path markings and proper maintenance. It can be challenging in some places, but safety elements determine trekking security in high-altitude conditions, including correct planning and guide competence, weather conditions, and responsible trekking ethics.

Guide and Porters

The professional guides have complete knowledge about the route, emergency response protocols, and local weather predictions. Yeti Hikes recruits reliable guides and support personnel to serve their customers, which makes both safety and enjoyment more achievable during treks.

Safety Protocols and Trail Conditions

The trekking path features proper signage and regular military presence to maintain path quality and safety checkpoints at strategic locations. Safety features throughout the trekking route protect travelers, while additional support systems become active upon need. Essential safety procedures, practiced with concentrated efforts and fluid consumption, must be followed to prevent physical difficulties.

Weather Conditions

Weather in the Annapurna region is unpredictable, especially at higher elevations. Attractive trail conditions can get worse when sudden weather events, including snowfall, rainfall, or heavy wind conditions, occur. The trek should be attempted between spring months (March to May) and autumn months (September to November) since climate conditions remain steady with visible skies.

Emergency Services and Evacuation

Helicopter emergency rescue stands ready to help travelers in the Annapurna region. Proper medical services in these remote areas are expensive because medical facilities are relatively limited. Travelers must get travel insurance with complete coverage of evacuation services and costly medical treatment at high altitudes.

Health Risks

The path ascends past 5,416 meters elevation at Thorong La Pass, substantially heightening the danger of Altitude Sickness (AMS). Completing a safe trek to Annapurna to avoid health complications requires proper acclimatization, hydration, and gradual ascent.

Acute Mountain Sickness (AMS) during the Annapurna Circuit with Poonhill Trek

Acute Mountain Sickness poses a significant risk to high-altitude trekkers on the Annapurna Circuit with the Poonhill Trek line due to its steep height gain. Acute Mountain Sickness appears when the body's adaptive mechanisms do not function appropriately to respond to decreased oxygen levels. Safety during high altitudes depends on understanding AMS symptoms and prevention techniques.

What are the symptoms of Acute Mountain Sickness (AMS)?

The symptoms of Acute Mountain Sickness (AMS) are:

Headache.
Nausea and Vomiting.
Fatigue and Weakness.
Dizziness and Lightheadness.
Loss of Appetite.
Sleep Disturbances.
Swelling.

How to prevent Acute Mountain Sickness (AMS)?

The preventive measures for Acute Mountain Sickness (AMS) are:

Proper acclimatisation is the secret to preventing AMS. You must rest properly because your body should adapt to the higher altitude.
Dehydration also causes AMS. To avoid dehydration, drink 3 to 4 liters of water daily, and avoid alcohol, caffeine, and smoking.
Eat foods high in energy, particularly carbohydrates. Even though the delicacies may not be that varied, the foods will have adequate protein and nutrition.
Although a pulse oximeter is included in the Yeti Hikes guide, we advise you to bring one as well to monitor your oxygen saturation levels.
You should be ready for oxygen supplementation in case of an emergency because your body may be deficient in oxygen.

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