How do I get the travel insurance?

We can offer you travel insurance with XCover's Cover Genius policy. Click the "Get Travel Insurance" button from the right-hand side of your booking conversation page to add it.

I am interested in doing a trek around Annapurna, including side trips to Tilicho Lake, Jhong, Dhalagiri Icefall, Ngawla/Nar Phu, and potentially other side trips with just me and one guide. I would like to rest approximately every 6-7 days. What do you think? What would be the total cost for a 28 day trip that includes these side trips? Please exclude lodging and food which I can pay to the lodge but include all other expenses. I would like to have a target plan but then change it as we go along.

About 4 weeks can be enough for Annapurna Circuit with Nar Phu, Tilicho Lake and Dhaulagiri Icefall. Our current trek itinerary doesn't have all these and we can customize the itinerary to your request. Do you have a prior experience of multi-day trekking in high altitudes? I am asking because the trek you are requesting will cover a lot of places and can be very challenging. We sell a package trip so all your food, accommodation, permits, transportation, etc will be included.

Could you tell me how many people are booked in for the tour on these dates?

For now, there is no one for this trek starting on March 5, 2022. But the trek is guaranteed to run even for a single trekker. The date is open for booking, so we hope we receive other clients for this date.

Do you offer any shorter trips once we return back to Kathmandu from the Annapurna circuit? I read about a jungle resort tour? Or any suggestions on day trips

Yes we can arrange a jungle safari package to Chitwan National Park, one of the best places to view wildlife in Nepal. You can directly go to Chitwan from Pokhara instead of returning to Kathmandu.

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.

Annapurna Circuit Trek

18 days

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Start and end in Kathmandu

4.7

13 traveler reviews

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An absolutely amazing experience with an incredible local company. I will definitely travel with ACE again when I trek in Nepal.
Jennifer, traveled in October
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Operator: Ace the Himalaya
Hiking & Trekking: Epic trails and breathtaking landscapes await
Group Tour: Join a group and forge lifelong friendships
Fully Guided: An experienced guide will be with you for the entire tour
High Intensity: Travelers should be in very good physical condition and expect continuous demanding activities
Guided in English
Group Size 2 - 13
Ages 8+

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Itinerary

Day 1
Arrival in Kathmandu
Start point
त्रिभुवन अन्तर्राष्ट्रिय विमानस्थल, त्रिभुवन विमानस्थल, Kathmandu, Bagmati, Nepal (Our airport representative will be outside the terminal building holding Ace the Himalaya signboard.)
Landmarks
Tribhuvan International Airport
Day 2
Kathmandu to Syange
Meals
Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Landmarks
Mount Annapurna II
Mount Annapurna III
Mount Machhapuchhre
Mount Lamjung
Day 3
Syange to Tal
Meals
Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Trek from Syange to Tal following Marsyangdi River
Landmarks
Marsyangdi River
Day 4
Tal to Danaque
Meals
Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Trek from Tal to Danaque with views of Annapurna II and Pisang Peak
Landmarks
Mount Annapurna II
Pisang Peak
Day 5
Danaque to Chame
Meals
Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Trek from Danaque to Chame
Day 6
Chame to Upper Pisang
Meals
Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Trek from Chame to Upper Pisang with views of Paungda Dada rock face and Annapurna II
Landmarks
Marsyangdi River
Paungda Dada
Mount Annapurna II
Day 7
Upper Pisang to Manang
Meals
Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Trek from Upper Pisang to Manang with views of stupas and lama schools
Day 8
Manang (Acclimatization Day)
Meals
Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Visit monastery in Manang
- Walk to Gangapurna Glacier Lake
Landmarks
Gangapurna Glacier Lake
Day 9
Manang to Yak Kharka
Meals
Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Trek from Manang to Yak Kharka through Tenki Manang and Jarsang Khola Valley
Landmarks
Marsyangdi Valley
Jarsang Khola Valley
Day 10
Yak Kharka to Thorong Phedi
Meals
Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Trek from Yak Kharka to Thorong Phedi
Day 11
Thorong La Pass to Muktinath
Meals
Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Trek across Thorong La Pass to Muktinath
- Visit Muktinath Temple
- Visit Jwala Mai Temple
Landmarks
Thorong La Pass
Muktinath Temple
Jwala Mai Temple
Day 12
Muktinath to Jomsom
Meals
Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Trek from Muktinath to Jomsom along Kali Gandaki River
Landmarks
Kali Gandaki River
Day 13
Jomsom to Tatopani
Meals
Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Landmarks
Kali Gandaki River
Kopchepani
Day 14
Tatopani (Rest and Relaxation Day)
Meals
Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Enjoy natural hot springs at Tatopani
- Local food and drinks
Day 15
Tatopani to Ghorepani
Meals
Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Trek from Tatopani to Ghorepani through Magar and Gurung villages
Landmarks
Mount Annapurna South
Himchuli
Tukuche Himal
Day 16
Ghorepani to Pokhara
Meals
Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Early morning hike to Poon Hill viewpoint for sunrise
- Trek from Ghorepani to Tikhedhunga through rhododendron forests
Landmarks
Poon Hill
Day 17
Pokhara to Kathmandu
Meals
Breakfast, Dinner (Farewell dinner at fine restaurant)
Included Activities
- Farewell dinner at fine restaurant
Day 18
Departure from Kathmandu
End point
त्रिभुवन अन्तर्राष्ट्रिय विमानस्थल, त्रिभुवन विमानस्थल, Kathmandu, Bagmati, Nepal (We will drop you off at the airport three hours before the flight time.)
Meals
Breakfast
Landmarks
Tribhuvan International Airport

Landmarks
Tribhuvan International Airport

Landmarks
Mount Annapurna II
Mount Annapurna III
Mount Machhapuchhre
Mount Lamjung

Landmarks
Marsyangdi River

Landmarks
Mount Annapurna II
Pisang Peak

Landmarks
Marsyangdi River
Paungda Dada
Mount Annapurna II

Landmarks
Gangapurna Glacier Lake

Landmarks
Marsyangdi Valley
Jarsang Khola Valley

Landmarks
Thorong La Pass
Muktinath Temple
Jwala Mai Temple

Landmarks
Kali Gandaki River

Landmarks
Kali Gandaki River
Kopchepani

Landmarks
Mount Annapurna South
Himchuli
Tukuche Himal

Landmarks
Poon Hill

Landmarks
Tribhuvan International Airport

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Rating: 4.6(163 reviews)
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Traveler Moments

Traveler Reviews

4.7

Overall rating based on 13 Reviews

Itinerary
4.0
Transport
4.6
Guide
4.9
Accommodation
4.4
Food
4.6
Tour Operator
4.6

M
Menchu
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...
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.Show more
Traveled in January 2020
H
HeinzHasslinghaus
September 12th, 2018
I had a fantastic time.
Traveled in April 2018
B
Barbie
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...
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.Show more
Traveled in November 2014
R
Radostina
November 15th, 2016
I really enjoyed my trip. It was well organized. The guides were so nice and patient and made us feel secured and at...
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Traveled in November 2014
K
Keith
November 4th, 2016
My first trip with Ace, the Annapurna Circuit, was superb. Right from being met at the airport, through activities in...
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. Show more
Traveled in October 2012
J
Jennifer
October 30th, 2016
An absolutely amazing experience with an incredible local company comprised of employees from the region. Very well...
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.Show more
Traveled in November 2015
N
Neil
October 28th, 2016
We have recently returned from trekking the Annapurna Circuit. To ensure we got the most out of the venture, we used...
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.Show more
Traveled in September 2016
P
pierre
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...
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Traveled in October 2013
P
Paul
October 27th, 2016
Great Country / Amazing people / Ace looked after all the details and went above expectations to insure that I had a...
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Traveled in May 2015
B
Bruce
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...
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Traveled in October 2016

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Ben
Asked on August 30th, 2022
How do I get the travel insurance?
Travel Support
- Ace the HimalayaOperator•Written September 2022
  We can offer you travel insurance with XCover's Cover Genius policy. Click the "Get Travel Insurance" button from the right-hand side of your booking conversation page to add it.
C
Catherine
Asked on February 22nd, 2022
I am interested in doing a trek around Annapurna, including side trips to Tilicho Lake, Jhong, Dhalagiri Icefall, Ngawla/Nar Phu, and potentially other side trips with just me and one guide. I would like to rest approximately every 6-7 days. What do you think? What would be the total cost for a 28 day trip that includes these side trips? Please exclude lodging and food which I can pay to the lodge but include all other expenses. I would like to have a target plan but then change it as we go along.
Price / Availability
Tour Details
Transport
- Ace the HimalayaOperator•Written February 2022
  About 4 weeks can be enough for Annapurna Circuit with Nar Phu, Tilicho Lake and Dhaulagiri Icefall. Our current trek itinerary doesn't have all these and we can customize the itinerary to your request. Do you have a prior experience of multi-day trekking in high altitudes? I am asking because the trek you are requesting will cover a lot of places and can be very challenging. We sell a package trip so all your food, accommodation, permits, transportation, etc will be included.
E
Eva
Asked on February 7th, 2022
Could you tell me how many people are booked in for the tour on these dates?
Group size
Tour Details
- Ace the HimalayaOperator•Written February 2022
  For now, there is no one for this trek starting on March 5, 2022. But the trek is guaranteed to run even for a single trekker. The date is open for booking, so we hope we receive other clients for this date.
M
Maria
Asked on January 8th, 2022
Do you offer any shorter trips once we return back to Kathmandu from the Annapurna circuit? I read about a jungle resort tour? Or any suggestions on day trips
Other
Tour Details
- Ace the HimalayaOperator•Written January 2022
  Yes we can arrange a jungle safari package to Chitwan National Park, one of the best places to view wildlife in Nepal. You can directly go to Chitwan from Pokhara instead of returning to Kathmandu.
- M
  Maria
  Traveler•Written January 2022
  Would you recommend Ace the Himalaya? What's the best price for this 22 day trip? We are interested in the jungle safari package and white water rafting if they can be added.
- Ace the HimalayaOperator•Written January 2022
  Ace the Himalaya can provide a discounted price of USD 2,000 per person. Chitwan Jungle Safari will cost USD 500 per person and includes two nights' stay, local permits, transportation, and activities. Rafting in Trishuli River will cost USD 240 per person including gear, guide, and transportation.
- M
  Maria
  Traveler•Written February 2022
  How many extra days in Pokhara do people stay? Seems like lots to do
- M
  Maria
  Traveler•Written August 2022
  What vaccinations will we need for the Annapurna trip?
- Ace the HimalayaOperator•Written August 2022
  You just need to get vaccination against COVID-19 for doing Annapurna Circuit trek. The other vaccines are not required but if you have them then this would be a plus point to you.
- M
  Maria
  Traveler•Written August 2022
  So we just need to bring proof of Covid vaccination for the trip? Like the CDC vaccination card?
- Ace the HimalayaOperator•Written August 2022
  Yes, you just need a proof of COVID vaccination and CDC vaccination card is enough.
D
Dale
Asked on May 29th, 2017
Do you use yaks/porters on the trek or do we carry all of our own gear?
Transport
- D
  Dale
  Traveler•Written May 2017
  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.
D
Dale
Asked on May 29th, 2017
Can I add extra days to my trekking trip?
Tour Details
- D
  Dale
  Traveler•Written May 2017
  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.
D
Dale
Asked on May 29th, 2017
Is Ace the Himalaya's staff insured?
Travel Support
- D
  Dale
  Traveler•Written May 2017
  Our company insures all our trekking staff members, including guides, cooks, Sherpas and porters. Please browse though Company Information pages to view insurance details.
D
Dale
Asked on May 29th, 2017
What opportunities will I have for shower along the trek?
Accommodation
- D
  Dale
  Traveler•Written May 2017
  In major places, we arrange guesthouse with hot shower. And in rest of the places, water in bucket will be provided for shower.
D
Dale
Asked on May 29th, 2017
Do I need to tip my guide and porters? How much would that be?
Travel Support
- D
  Dale
  Traveler•Written May 2017
  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.
D
Dale
Asked on May 29th, 2017
How much additional money do I need per day?
Meals
Price / Availability
- D
  Dale
  Traveler•Written May 2017
  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.

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- 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.
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