The Annapurna region lies towards the north of central Nepal. The region has been recognized as one of the world’s best trekking trails according to a recent survey by Modern Maturity [USA]. The highlights of this part of Nepal are Annapurna peaks, Mt. Dhaulagiri, River kali Gandaki and several other peaks. Gateway to Annapurna trekking region is the famous city of Pokhara. The most prominent ethnic groups of Annapurna region are Gurung, Thakali, and Manangba. Animals found here is Pika, blue sheep and Himalayan Tahr and vegetation ranges from tropical species to temperate forests of oak, beech and rhododendron. The popular trekking route of this region are Jomsom, Annapurna Circuit and Annapurna Base Camp, Annapurna foothills, Sikles, Lamjung, Dhaulagiri, Upper Mustang and Around Pokhara. The best time to visit is during spring and autumn. Unlike other parts of Nepal, even the monsoon months are ideal to visit to upper Mustang that falls in the rain shadow area. Most trekking routes in the Annapurna region are well serviced by teahouse Trekkers should, however, be careful while trekking to the more remote parts of the region.
Annapurna Region Trekking
For a short trek with few altitude problems the Annapurna region provides you with unparallel access to the spectacular you will find yourself looking twice before you believe that they are not clouds. As well as providing the views for Which the trek is famous. The trail takes you through an ever-changing landscape of rice fields, misty forests and tiny villages. .......
The trek around the Annapurna Massif is one of the finest in the Himalaya. The sheer diversity of the mountain scape, the exhilaration of crossing a high mountain pass, and the unsurpassed views of the Annapurna, Dhaulagiri and Manaslu Ranges are the essentials of this outstanding trek. Trekking north, we acclimatize at the important trading village of Manang (3351m), .......
Ghorepani Poonhill trek is a colorful short foray into the Annapurna region. The trail winds through patchwork valleys, dense mossy forests and past icy waterfalls where you can stop to cool yourself. Around every corner is a tantalizing glimpse of the high mountains, whole horizons of which will be revealed to you as you reach the high points of your trek. .......
Mardi Himal is the name given to the feature of the long rising ridge and its summit that from the southwesterly lower slope of Mount Machapuchere, the famous triangular skyline that is seen from the Phewa Lake at Pokhara.
This is one of the exotic and interesting treks in Nepal, uncrowned terrains providing the golden chance to explore traditional .......
Hidden by swirls of mountain mist ahead of us, from Kangla pass at 5200m the magnificent panorama view of Annapurna massif appears remote and forbidding.
Our sturdy mountain ponies every few steps, their steaming sweat-soaked bodies heaving. Behind us Hongde airport, which we left behind early in the morning, is a tiny speck. Our destination is the .......
Panchase is the highest hill of this region and lies on the south-west side of Pokhara bordering Kaski on the east, Parbat on the west and Syangja on the south. It is also a religious site that in many occasions Hindu Pilgrimages visit Panchase. Recently, a Panchase development committee has been formed for its multi sectoral development. Panchase is also being .......
The trek around the Annapurna Massif is one of the finest in the Himalaya. The sheer diversity of the mountain scape, the exhilaration of crossing a high mountain pass, and the unsurpassed views of the Annapurna, Dhaulagiri and Manaslu Ranges are the essentials of this outstanding trek. Trekking north, we acclimatize at the important trading village of Manang (3351m), before crossing the .......
This exhilarating trek has been researched to ensure the most spectacular views of the Annapurna Range and Lamjung Himal.
This low altitude trek cuts through an area rarely visited and traverses a variety of terrain from low land villages and terraced fields up to Nepal largest Gurung village of Siklis. Descending through terraced fields we head west to cross the .......
