Annapurna Circuit Trekking Insurance

The Annapurna Circuit crosses Thorong La Pass at 5,416m — one of the highest trekking passes in the world. At this altitude, acute mountain sickness, HAPE, and HACE are genuine risks, especially for trekkers moving too quickly from Manang. CTG insurance from Himalayan Guardian covers helicopter evacuation, emergency medical treatment, and GPS-based rescue coordination for the full circuit from Besisahar to Tatopani, including the high-altitude sections above Manang and the Thorong La crossing.

What Is Covered on the Annapurna Circuit

✓Helicopter rescue coordination — Emergency evacuation from Thorong La, High Camp (5,100m), and any point on the circuit where road access is unavailable.
✓AMS and altitude illness — Medical costs for acute mountain sickness, HAPE, and HACE treatment including emergency descent support.
✓Tracer M3 GPS satellite tracker — Included with CTG-Plus and CTG-Pro plans. Real-time satellite tracking in the Mustang and Manang districts where mobile networks are unreliable.
✓24/7 emergency response — Our Kathmandu operations team coordinates with local rescue services and helicopter operators around the clock.

Recommended Plan for Annapurna Circuit

For the standard Annapurna Circuit, CTG-Plus ($150) covers altitudes up to 5,500m — sufficient for Thorong La at 5,416m. The plan includes the Tracer M3 GPS tracker, helicopter rescue coordination, and full AMS medical coverage. If your itinerary includes Tilicho Lake (4,919m) or the Annapurna Base Camp extension, CTG-Plus also covers these routes. For any extension above 5,500m, upgrade to CTG-Pro ($500).

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