Annapurna Circuit YTT: 200-Hour Yoga Teacher Training Trek

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Annapurna YTT: The 30-Day Himalayan 200-Hour Teacher Training

This is the Annapurna Circuit 200-Hour Yoga Teacher Training Trek.

It is a 30-day immersion. It fuses an epic trek with a full YTT course. The program is Yoga Alliance-certified. You will traverse diverse ecosystems. The journey crosses the challenging Thorong La Pass (5,416 m). You will practice asanas at sacred Tilicho Lake. The first 10 days focus on acclimatization. The next 20 days are intensive YTT training. Curriculum includes Hatha, Vinyasa, and Anatomy. Certified Himalayan yogis lead the training. The physical trek becomes a moving asana laboratory. You emerge as a certified RYT-200.

Accomodation

As per Itinerary

Meals

Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner

Transportation

As Per Company Managed

Group Size

2-15

Language

Nepali & English

Age Range

8-45 (Year)

Season

Spring Season

Highlights

Yoga Alliance RYT-200 certification earned while trekking the full Annapurna Circuit
Sunrise asana at Tilicho Lake (4,949 m) – world's highest YTT practice
Daily integrated sessions: Hatha/Vinyasa on trails, philosophy in Manang village
Cross Thorong La Pass (5,416 m) with pranayama for breath mastery
Sattvic meals & tea-houses; no camping – focus on sadhana
Anatomy labs by alpine lakes; teaching practicums at high camps
Sacred Muktinath visit for yogic philosophy & renewal

Tour Itinerary

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30-Day Detailed Itinerary (Kathmandu to Kathmandu | 200 Contact Hours | Max 5,416 m)
Days 01–02 – Kathmandu (1,400 m)
YTT Orientation & Foundations (10 hours: Intro to Yoga, Sankalpa) Day 1: Airport pick-up, welcome asana & philosophy overview. Day 2: Sightseeing (Pashupatinath for yogic history), evening pranayama.

Transport:

Private vehicle

Meals:

Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Accomodation:

3* hotel
Days 03–05 – Drive to Manang Valley (1,960–3,540 m)
Acclimatization Trek + Basic Asana (20 hours: Sun Salutations, Standing Poses) Day 3: Drive to Dharapani (8 hrs), evening restorative yoga. Day 4: Trek to Chame/Pisang (6 hrs), hip openers for trekking. Day 5: To Manang (6 hrs), first philosophy circle.

Transport:

Jeep + On foot

Meals:

Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Accomodation:

Tea-house
Days 06–10 – Manang Acclimatization & Core Techniques (40 hours: Hatha Sequence, Pranayama)
Day 6: Rest day – full Hatha workshop, Gangapurna Lake meditation. Day 7–9: Short hikes + daily asana labs, breathwork for altitude. Day 10: Ice Lake excursion (4,600 m) for advanced pranayama.

Transport:

On foot

Meals:

Breakfat, Lunch & Dinner

Accomodation:

Same tea-house
Days 11–15 – Tilicho Lake Side Trip (4,150–4,949 m)
High-Altitude Practice (30 hours: Vinyasa Flow, Alignment) Day 11: To Tilicho Base Camp (6 hrs). Day 12: Sunrise at Tilicho Lake – peak asana session (world's highest!). Return to Shree Kharka. Day 13–15: Flow sequences, partner yoga in alpine meadows.

Transport:

On foot

Meals:

Breakfat, Lunch & Dinner

Accomodation:

Tea-house
Days 16–20 – Yak Kharka to Thorong High Camp (4,050–4,880 m)
Teaching Methodology (40 hours: Sequencing, Cueing) Day 16: To Yak Kharka (5 hrs), first teaching practicum. Day 17–19: Steady ascents + daily labs on adjustments/inversions. Day 20: High Camp arrival, evening meditation circle.

Transport:

On foot

Meals:

Breakfat, Lunch & Dinner

Accomodation:

High Camp Lodge
Days 21–25 – Thorong La Pass to Muktinath (5,416–3,800 m)
Advanced Asana & Philosophy (40 hours: Backbends, Yogic Texts) Day 21: Cross pass at dawn (9–10 hrs) with guided breathwork. Day 22–24: Descent to Muktinath, philosophy at temple (Bhagavad Gita focus). Day 25: Rest + arm balances workshop.

Transport:

On foot

Meals:

Breakfat, Lunch & Dinner

Accomodation:

Tea-House
Days 26–28 – Muktinath to Jomsom (3,800–2,710 m)
Anatomy & Subtleties (30 hours: Physiology, Bandhas/Mudras) Day 26–27: Downhill treks + anatomy labs by Kali Gandaki River. Day 28: Jomsom arrival, mudra practice.

Transport:

On foot

Meals:

Breakfat, Lunch & Dinner

Accomodation:

Tea-house
Days 29–30 – Fly to Pokhara/Kathmandu (820–1,400 m)
Integration & Certification (20 hours: Teaching Assessment, Ethics) Day 29: Flight to Pokhara, lakeside reflection & peer teaching. Day 30: Fly to Kathmandu, final assessment, graduation ceremony & certification. Airport drop.

Transport:

Flights + vehicles

Meals:

Breakfast and Lunch

Accomodation:

Hotel (Day 29)

Starting From

$ 2,448.00_{/per person}

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Travelers

You can book for a maximum number of people 10

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Children

Sutra Platinum

Big size (10+ /person)

$ 2,448.00

The most affordable and socially vibrant option. This large group shares the powerful spiritual energy of many devotees, maximizing the collective devotion (Satsang). The lower cost reflects shared, efficient logistics, making it the best value for budget-conscious pilgrims who prioritize community and the shared experience.

$ 2,448.00 00 Adult

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Sutra Silver

Small Size (2-5 person)

$ 3,150.00

A premium, intimate experience. This small group allows for tailored pacing, individual devotional guidance, and deep, quiet reflection on the sacred sites. The higher price ensures the highest level of personal care, dedicated resources, and a more private and customizable spiritual journey.

$ 3,150.00 00 Adult

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Sutra Private

private

The highest level of service, designed for the solo devotee who requires absolute itinerary flexibility and complete privacy. You travel at your own pace with a dedicated guide and support crew. This bespoke option is tailored to specific spiritual needs, offering a unique, uninterrupted personal communion with the divine.

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Sutra Gold

Medium Size (6-9 person)

$ 2,746.00

This mid-sized group offers an ideal balance between value and personalized attention. Logistics are smoother than in the largest groups, and the guide-to-devotee ratio is better. This ensures a more supportive environment and an enhanced sense of community without the intensity of a very large crowd.

$ 2,746.00 00 Adult

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Package Features List

What Is Not Included (Extra Payable)

International/Nepal flights to/from Kathmandu
Personal travel & medical insurance (high-altitude evacuation coverage mandatory)
Horse/pony & personal porter for Kailash kora (approx. USD 400–600)
India GST 5% + TCS 20% (for Indian residents from 01 Oct 2024)
Tips, hot showers, bottled drinks, laundry & charging
Extra hotel/meals in case of early return or trip extension due to weather/landslides
Emergency evacuation or medical hospitalization expenses
Any expense arising from unforeseen circumstances (road block, permit delay, etc.)

Full 200-hour Yoga Alliance-certified YTT: 100 hours technique/practice, 50 hours teaching methodology, 30 hours anatomy/physiology, 20 hours philosophy
Daily integrated yoga sessions (sunrise/sunset asana, pranayama at high camps, philosophy by Gangapurna Lake)
Complete Annapurna Circuit trek including Thorong La Pass & Tilicho Lake side trip
All sattvic vegetarian meals on trek + unlimited herbal teas/hot water
26 nights tea-house lodges + 3 nights hotels in Kathmandu/Pokhara (twin-sharing)
Private transfers Kathmandu → Besisahar + flights Jomsom → Pokhara → Kathmandu
All permits (ACAP, TIMS, restricted-area for Tilicho) + porters (1:2 ratio)
Lead instructor (RYT-500) + assistant yogi/guide + comprehensive manual & certification

Exclude Features

International/domestic flights & Nepal visa (USD 50/30 days)
Personal expenses (tips ~USD 150 total, hot showers, Wi-Fi, charging)
Travel insurance (high-altitude evacuation up to 5,500 m mandatory)
Alcoholic/bottled drinks & optional excursions (e.g., Muktinath jeep ~USD 20)

Suggested Equipment List

Broken-in waterproof trekking boots (ankle support for pass day)
4-season sleeping bag (-10°C comfort) + silk liner4-season sleeping bag (-10°C comfort) + silk liner
Down jacket + Gore-Tex waterproof layers
Daypack 25–35 L + rain cover (for notes, water, props)
Trekking poles (essential for Thorong La)
Yoga journal + pens (for philosophy notes)
Headlamp + power bank (limited charging)
Reusable 1L thermos (hot lemon water for pranayama)
Personal first-aid: Diamox, yoga blocks/strap (optional)
Passport, insurance docs & NPR cash