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Annapurna Circuit Trek

18 days
Start and end in Kathmandu
4.7
13 traveler reviews
Annapurna Circuit Trek - Ace the Himalaya
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Highlights

  • Experience traditional culture and stunning views
  • Trek through lush green valleys and majestic mountains
  • Discover forests, villages and mountain peaks
  • Discover nature closely while exploring nature up close

Itinerary

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  1. Introduction
  1. Day 1 Arrive in Kathmandu (1,400 m/4,593 ft)
  2. Day 2 Drive to Besi Sahar by Local Bus and Besi Sahar to Syange (1,100 m/3,609 ft) by Shared 4WD - 7 to 8 hours
  3. Day 3 Trek to Tal (1,700 m/5,577 ft) - 5 to 6 hours
  4. Day 4 Trek to Danaque (1,860 m/6,102 ft) - 5 to 6 hours
  5. Day 5 Trek to Chame (2,670 m/8,760 ft) - 4 to 5 hours
  6. Day 6 Trek to Upper Pisang (3,300 m/ 10,827 ft) - 6 to 7 hours
  7. Day 7 Trek to Manang (3,500 m/11,483 ft) via Bhraka (3,360 m/11,024 ft) - 5 to 6 hours
  8. Day 8 Acclimatization at Manang Village
  9. Day 9 Trek to Yak Kharka (4,000 m/13,123 ft) - 5 to 6 hours
  10. Day 10 Trek to Thorong Phedi (4,450 m/14,600 ft) - 5 to 6 hours
  11. Day 11 Trek to Muktinath (3,800 m/12,467 ft) via Thorung La Pass (5,416 m/17,763 ft) - 8 to 9 hours
  12. Day 12 Trek to Jomsom (2,710 m/8,891 ft) via Lubra Pass (4,020 m/13,189 ft ) - 8 to 9 hour
  13. Day 13 Drive to Tatopani (1,190 m/3,904 ft) in Local Shared 4WD vehicle - 5 to 6 hours
  14. Day 14 Recreation at Tatopani
  15. Day 15 Trek to Ghorepani (2,810 m/9,219 ft) - 6 to 7 hours
  16. Day 16 Hike to Poon Hill (3,210 m/10,532 ft), Trek to Tikhedhunga (1,570 m/5,151 ft) - 5 to 6 hours and Drive to Pokhara via Nayapul - 2 to 3 hours
  17. Day 17 Drive Back to Kathmandu in a Tourist Bus - 5 to 7 hours
  18. Day 18 Transfer to the International Airport for your final Departure
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Ace the Himalaya

4.6
(162 reviews)

Number of tours

50

Age Range

5 to 80 years old

Response time

within 3 days

Response rate

100%

Ace the Himalaya has meticulously created unique outdoor adventure journeys for you to explore the highlights of three enchanting, yet very different cultural wonderlands – Nepal, Bhutan and Tibet and as our business development we are now reaching out to India. From trekking, peak climbing and...

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Customer Reviews

  • Overall Rating
    Excellent
    4.7
  • Itinerary
    Good
    4.0
  • Guide
    Excellent
    4.9
  • Transport
    Excellent
    4.6
  • Accommodation
    Excellent
    4.4
  • Food
    Excellent
    4.6
  • 4.6
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  • M
    · January 18th, 2020
    We did a 5 day Annapurna to Poon Hill trek last week and had a really great time. My second time with Ace the Himalaya I did EBC with them back in 2014. Our guide Dipesh was awesome! Went above and beyond to make us comfortable in the mountains along with our porters Amish, Sumit and Kismut. My team highly recommends Dipesh to be your guide in fact we want to have him again for our Island Peak adventure in 2021. We hope he will be chosen as Guide of the Year 2020! I’ve recommended Ace the Himalaya to a bunch of my friends too.
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    Trip date: January 2020
  • H
    · September 12th, 2018
    I had a fantastic time.
    Trip date: April 2018
  • BD
    · December 3rd, 2016
    If you want an adventure to remember do a trek with the Ace the Himalaya company. Travelling on my own was rather daunting but I was met at the Airport and taken to a hotel and looked after at all times. I am an older person and In November 2 years ago I trekked with six other people. We went by bus from Katmandhu to Pokhara and then did a five day trek. Naya Pui/ Tikhedunga/ Ghorapani/ Tadpani/ Gandruk/Naya Pui. I cannot speak highly enough of our guide, Milan, who was enthusiastic, caring and encouraging throughout the trek. The accommodation and food was great and I'd have to say it was one of the most memorable trips I have done. If you would like to contact me please feel free - duffybw@hotmail.com. I live in New Zealand.
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    Trip date: November 2014
  • R
    · November 16th, 2016
    I really enjoyed my trip. It was well organized. The guides were so nice and patient and made us feel secured and at home at all times. Th hosts were goodhearted and provided warm and delicious food.
    Trip date: November 2014
  • KR
    · November 4th, 2016
    My first trip with Ace, the Annapurna Circuit, was superb. Right from being met at the airport, through activities in Kathmandu, the trek itself and my add-on trip to the Jungle Resort, everything was seamlessly organized, enormously supportive and informative with all the members of our party - I was on my own and had joined another small group. Our guide, Suman Thapa, was always cheery, always had lots of interesting information about wherever we were and was very caring for us all as individuals. I had a minor altitude incident and he dealt with that really well including being able to check in with base. What I think was most telling was talking to other trekkers and being able to make comparisons about costs, accommodations and what was offered by the guides. We were all SO glad to be with ACE on all counts. I did a second trip with Ace, this time to Everest Base Camp. I was on my own with a guide and porter. There was less interaction but I was certainly well cared for infall aspects. At the end of the trek, I had asked for a special trip to explore the local brick making and pottery. This was superb, well organized and informative with a great guide. I could not have asked for better.
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    Trip date: October 2012
  • JA
    · October 30th, 2016
    An absolutely amazing experience with an incredible local company comprised of employees from the region. Very well organized and accommodating. Even better, and more importantly, the trekking guides are well-trained in what they do. I will definitely travel with ACE again when I trek in Nepal.
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    Trip date: November 2015
  • NS
    · October 28th, 2016
    We have recently returned from trekking the Annapurna Circuit. To ensure we got the most out of the venture, we used Ace the Himalaya as our tour provider. They were exceptional in every aspect. Dipak, our guide, and Ganesh and Krishna our porters, were knowledgeable, courteous, and extremely helpful, and ensured we enjoyed our trip to the max. The whole experience was professionally organized and run from go to whoa. Neil & Julieanne Snare.
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    Trip date: September 2016
  • P
    · October 27th, 2016
    My trip around the Annapurna was a real pleasure! Not only I had a good team of guides and porter but also the organization, transportation and hotel were organized to ensure safety and comfort. I would definitely recommend Ace the Himalaya as a local agency to use for your trips in Himalayas
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    Trip date: October 2013
  • PD
    · October 27th, 2016
    Great Country / Amazing people / Ace looked after all the details and went above expectations to insure that I had a memorable experience of a lifetime Wouldn't use anyone else.
    Trip date: May 2015
  • BN
    · October 27th, 2016
    This was my second trek thru Ace, and just as with the 1st (EBC in 11/2016), everything lived up to &/or exceeded expectations! Our guides (Santosh & Rupesh) were exceptional and easily integrated themselves as part of our "team."
    Trip date: October 2016

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Annapurna Circuit Trek
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    • Do you use yaks/porters on the trek or do we carry all of our own gear?

      Whilst on the trek, our porter will take care of your luggage. All you need to carry is your small day bag for your personal belongings like camera, water bottle, sun cream etc only.

    • Can I add extra days to my trekking trip?

      Holiday should never be about making it to the final point quickly. Along your trek we can add days at your request with additional costs to cover guides, porters, accommodation and food.

    • Is Ace the Himalaya's staff insured?

      Our company insures all our trekking staff members, including guides, cooks, Sherpas and porters. Please browse though Company Information pages to view insurance details.

    • What opportunities will I have for shower along the trek?

      In major places, we arrange guesthouse with hot shower. And in rest of the places, water in bucket will be provided for shower.

    • Do I need to tip my guide and porters? How much would that be?

      This is a difficult thing to gauge. We have seen everything from USD 20 to USD 1000 per person for guides and porters. Tipping is not required, but a small gesture of thanks to your guides and local porters. The level of the tip should reflect the level of satisfaction from and personal involvement with your guide. However, we recommend you to spend minimum 10% of your total trip cost for tipping entire local staffs, the ratio of tipping guide and porter will be given to you at the pre-trip meeting in Kathmandu before starting the trek.

    • How much additional money do I need per day?

      It depends on your spending habits. Generally, in Kathmandu and Pokhara, you can allocate USD 10 to USD 15 for a lunch and a dinner. USD 15 to USD 15 per person a day will be enough to buy bottles of water, chocolates, pay for the hot shower and a few drinks during the trekking.

    • Can I use credit cards in the places I visit in trekking?

      In Kathmandu and Pokhara, yes – to some extent. Once you are out of the cities, all you need is cash. Please change the currency in local Nepali Rupees before you go to the mountains.

    • Is there any communication while we are on trekking?

      There are telephones in some villages along the trekking routes from which you can make international calls. All our guides are equipped with the local mobile phone. You may wish to pass the number of our guide to your family for the callback or you can make a call from the guide’s mobile and pay him directly for the international call too.

    • Can I charge my digital camera or other equipments on my trip?

      These facilities will be available in most of the places in your hotel reception by paying some service charges. Remember to bring TWO and THREE pin travel adapters!

    • What is the weather & temperature like in trekking?

      Weather in the mountains is notoriously difficult to predict. At night it is generally cooler the days are generally warm. Winter (January and February) will be bit colder but the days can be quite beautiful and warm if the sun is out. There will be bit of snow during the month of January, February and December. It is also important to make sure that you can stay warm and dry in just about any conditions. Expect the unexpected! The temperature could be as high as 20 deg C to -10 deg C low.

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    • Vaccines
      • These are only indications, so please visit your doctor before you travel to be 100% sure.
      • Typhoid - Recommended for Nepal. Ideally 2 weeks before travel.
      • Hepatitis A - Recommended for Nepal. Ideally 2 weeks before travel.
      • Cholera - Recommended for Nepal. Ideally 2 weeks before travel.
      • Tuberculosis - Recommended for Nepal. Ideally 3 months before travel.
      • Hepatitis B - Recommended for Nepal. Ideally 2 months before travel.
      • Meningococcal meningitis - Recommended for Nepal. Ideally 1 week before travel.
      • Yellow fever - Certificate of vaccination required if arriving from an area with a risk of yellow fever transmission for Nepal. Ideally 10 days before travel.
      • Japanese B encephalitis - Recommended for Nepal. Ideally 1 month before travel.
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      • Unfortunately we cannot offer you a visa application service. Whether you need a visa or not depends on your nationality and where you wish to travel. Assuming your home country does not have a visa agreement with the country you're planning to visit, you will need to apply for a visa in advance of your scheduled departure.
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      • For any tour departing before December 13th, 2024 a full payment is necessary. For tours departing after December 13th, 2024, a minimum payment of 30% is required to confirm your booking with Ace the Himalaya. The final payment will be automatically charged to your credit card on the designated due date. The final payment of the remaining balance is required at least 35 days prior to the departure date of your tour. TourRadar never charges you a booking fee and will charge you in the stated currency.
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