The All-Women Annapurna Circuit Trek is an unforgettable adventure along Nepal’s Great Himalaya Trail, offering breathtaking views of the Annapurna range. Over 16 days, we’ll hike from one cozy tea house to the next, surrounded by some of the highest peaks on Earth, while visiting charming local villages and experiencing rich cultural encounters. Our days will be spent trekking through rice terraces, glacial moraines, and vibrant rhododendron and bamboo forests, wishing the adventure would never end. What makes this trek even more special? It’s a women-only journey, guided by a woman with a mission—to promote equity in trekking tourism. This trek ensures that porters and guides receive fair wages, accident and illness insurance, essential gear, as well as proper meals and accommodations.
The All-Women Annapurna Circuit Trek along Nepal’s Great Himalaya Trail is famous for its stunning views of the Annapurna range. Over the course of 16 days, we’ll hike from one tea house to another, surrounded by some of the world's highest peaks. Along the way, we’ll explore charming local villages and engage in meaningful cultural experiences. Our trek will take us through lush rice terraces, glacial moraines, and enchanting rhododendron and bamboo forests, leaving us wishing the adventure could last forever.
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The All-Women Annapurna Circuit trek is strenuous and challenging. Recent hiking and/or backpacking experience is highly recommended, as is excellent physical condition—you’ll be hiking for 2 weeks, 3-9 hours per day. During your trekking days, there will be some steeper and more challenging ascents along the way. There will be less arduous days reserved for acclimatization and rest. (Please note: hiking times in the itinerary are estimations; the actual hiking can take more or less time than noted.)
You will need to prepare for a cardio workout and consult with your doctor before joining the trip given the high altitude reaching up to almost 6,000 m / 20,000 ft. You will be required to familiarize yourself with the hazards and risks of high-altitude trekking, and sign a liability waiver and terms & conditions forms. However, this is a supported trek; hence, you only carry a daypack with your essentials (porters are hired to carry your belongings). You will be staying in tea houses each night.
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Here’s a recommended list of personal equipment you need to bring:
Here’s a list of clothing you need to bring:
Note: The gear list will be provided to confirmed participants. Please note that the gear list is comprehensive and covers all seasons as the weather is unpredictable in the Himalayas.
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Group sizes and pricing
Annapurna Circuit Trek for women can be arranged for larger groups and private tours with your date of choice. Contact us to make the arrangements.
Min. age requirements
If your group has hikers under the age of 18, contact us prior to booking to make arrangements.
To get to the starting point of the All-Women Annapurna Circuit Trek in Nepal, most people fly into Tribhuvan International Airport (KTM) in Kathmandu.
Once you and your guide agree on the details of your itinerary, they will arrange for your pickup at the airport and transfer you to your accommodation in Kathmandu. After that, all you have to do is stay safe and have fun on this Nepal trekking tour!
After making a deposit, you are required to obtain appropriate travel and medical evacuation insurance (please ensure that the insurance you purchase covers high-altitude trekking). Failure to obtain travel insurance by the trip balance due date will result in cancellation and no refund of your trip deposit and/or applicable cancellation fees.
To visit Nepal, you must have a Nepalese visa. For this all-women Annapurna Circuit Trek in Nepal, you will need a 30-day multiple-entry visa, which is valid for 6 months and costs $50. You can easily obtain it as soon as you arrive in the country, which is usually at the Tribhuvan International Airport in Kathmandu.
Covering all your bases with insurance is mandatory. To make your booking and traveling experience as carefree as possible, you’ll be offered to simply insure your trip with Redpoint at checkout.
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Secure your spot with a 30% deposit upon booking! The remaining 70% of the trip price must be paid 90 days prior to departure at the latest. If booking within 90 days of departure, the full amount is required at the time of booking.
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