Adventure Series: The TRVL° Photography Adventure Series pushes beyond the familiar, taking photographers into rugged environments, unpredictable conditions, and some of the world’s most spectacular landscapes. These expeditions are built for those who value immersion over convenience, combining rewarding hikes, remote camps, and unforgettable photographic opportunities where the experience is every bit as important as the images.

On this Annapurna expedition, we spend almost two weeks travelling through the Himalayas on foot, following trails from the lush foothills of the Annapurna region to the high-altitude landscapes surrounding Thorong La and the stark, desert-like terrain of Mustang. Along the way, we’ll photograph towering peaks, traditional villages, monasteries, local people, alpine pastures, and changing mountain landscapes, with plenty of opportunities for sunrise, sunset, and blue-hour photography.

This expedition comes with some serious challenges. We spend consecutive days trekking at increasing elevations, eventually crossing the 5,416m Thorong La pass. Long days on foot, steep and uneven trails, changing mountain weather, and the effects of altitude all require a good level of fitness and a sense of adventure. These challenges are also a huge part of what makes trekking in the Himalayas such a rewarding photographic experience.

How is the Accommodation?

Accommodation on this Annapurna expedition is simple, comfortable, and designed around the realities of trekking in the Himalayas. In Kathmandu and Pokhara, we’ll stay in comfortable hotels, while throughout the trekking section we’ll stay in traditional mountain teahouses and lodges along the route.

The teahouses are basic but welcoming, providing a warm bed and a place to relax after long days on the trail. Most rooms are twin share, and facilities become increasingly basic as we gain altitude. Hot showers and other comforts are available in many locations, although they cannot always be guaranteed in the higher reaches of the trek.

All accommodation is based on twin share. A single supplement is available for €750 and can be added to your final payment invoice. This will guarantee your own room throughout the trip where single rooms are available.

You will need to carry your personal camera equipment and a small amount of personal gear each day, while porters will assist with the majority of your luggage. This allows you to keep your daypack manageable and focus on the trail and your photography without having to carry everything yourself.

Level 5 – Extreme:

This Annapurna expedition is designed for highly active travellers who are comfortable with sustained physical activity in challenging mountain environments. The trek involves multiple consecutive days on foot, significant elevation gain and loss, steep and uneven terrain, and long days at altitude.

The route reaches 5,416m at Thorong La, with several nights spent above 3,500m. Daily trekking can range from approximately 6–15 km, with some days involving several hours of continuous uphill or downhill hiking. Weather conditions can change quickly, and the effects of altitude can make even relatively short distances considerably more demanding.

A high level of fitness, good preparation, and a strong sense of adventure are essential. This is a genuine high-altitude Himalayan trekking expedition rather than a comfortable walking holiday, and participants should be confident spending multiple consecutive days hiking in strenuous conditions while carrying their personal camera gear.

If you’re looking for an easier-paced Nepal photography experience, this is not the trip for you. But if you’re ready to put in the effort, the rewards are exceptional: remote mountain landscapes, changing Himalayan light, traditional villages, and the opportunity to photograph some of the world’s highest peaks from deep within the Annapurna region.