Annapurna Region Trekking

Annapurna Region which hit the list of 10 Best Trekking Regions several times in the world,  is the most diverse; culturally and geographically in the Central Region of Nepal with the total area of 7,629 sq. km and the population of around 100,000. Annapurna I (8,091 m), Annapurna II (7,937 m), Annapurna III (7,555 m), Annapurna IV (7,525 m), Annapurna South (7,219 m), Mt. Fishtail (6,997 m), Gangapurna (7,455 m), Hiuchuli (6,441 m) are the massif of the range and many others peaks like Annapurna Central, Annapurna East, Tilicho Peak, Nilgiri Peak, Annapurna Fang, Gandharba Chuli, Khangsar Khang, Tarke Kang, Lachena Peak etc. 

Annapurna Region has major two different river valleys; Marshangdhi and Kali Gandaki River Valleys, encircles the Annapurna Massif (Annapurna I-IV.) and passes through several Hindu Villages in the lower area and Tibetan Culture Village of Manang and Lower Mustang. Minimum elevation of this region ranges from 760 m and to the highest Thorong-La at 5,416 m and has been voted as the best long trekking route in the world.

There are several options of trekking in this region from Annapurna Base Camp Trek, Around Annapurna Circuit Trek, Ghorepani Poon Hill Trek, Mardi Himal Base Camp Trek, Khopra Trek, Khayer Ridge Trek, Tilicho Lake Trek, and many more. Hidden Valley of Nar and Phu Trek is the best choice if you are looking for wilderness Himalayan Cultural Experience.

The major highlights of this region are diverse culture of Gurung, Magar Settlements, Dense Forests, Flora and Fauna, Sunrise and Sunset View over Annapurna Range including Mt. Fishtail and Dhaulagiri and the world's deepest Kaligandaki Gorge are among the best attractions of this region. 

Annapurna is the Hindu Goddess of Food  and Nourishment. Shaligram, Fossilized Ammonites can be found around Muktinath area and upper reaches of Kali Gandaki River. Shaligram is believed to be a form of Lord Vishnu after the Brinda’s Curse as per the Hindu Mythology.

This region is rich in vegetation and ranges from Sub Tropical Climate to Alpine Climate. Also hosts various Natural Hot Springs, Lakes, Pine and Rhododendron forest, and  is the home for Elusive Snow Leopard, Red Panda, Himalayan Monal (National Bird of Nepal) and many more.