The Annapurna Conservation (ACA) is spread over 7,629 sq. km. of Kaski, Myagdi, Parbat and Manang districts in northwest Nepal. Established in 1986, the conservation area is surrounded by high mountains and deep valleys. A mosaic of ethnic groups has carved lifestyle out of its steep terraces and barren plateaus. The conservation area is also home to 1,226 species of plants, 38 species of orchids, 9 species of Rhododendrons, 101 species of mammals, 478 species of birds, 39 species reptiles and 22 species of amphibians.
Annapurna Conservation Area is a major trekking destination in Nepal. More than 40,000 tourists annually visit the conservation area. Ghandruk and Lwang are typical Gurung villages with scenic splendours. , the Annapurna Conservation Area Project (ACAP) was launched in 1986. ACAP’s grassroots philosophy involves local people in all aspects on conservation and development. The project aims to improve the socio-economic condition of the local people by integrating conservation and development.
A trek classic among trekkers. Visit picturesque villages and take a dip in natural hot-springs, all the while surrounded by a nearly perfect circle of peaks with a deep glacier-covered amphitheater at its center.The trek includes panoramic views of Hiunchuli, Annapurna South, Annapurna I, Ganagapurna, Annapurna III, Machapuchre and more.
This trek in the Annapurna foothills to the view point on Poon Hill offers all the best of trekking in Nepal. Enjoy trekking in the spectacular mountain scenery through villages populated by Gurungs and rhododendron forests.Excellent views of Dhaulagiri, Nilgiri, Annapurna South, Machapuchre and others. Explore Gurung culture in Ghandruk. This trek is well suited for first-timers
This magnificent and popular Annapurna trek circumnavigates the huge Annapurna massif and crosses the Thorong La pass, which, at 5,416m, is the high-point of the trek. The route gives amazing views of many of the Himalayan giants.Annapurna Circuit is renowned as one of the most spectacular treks in the world with and fascinating villages that offer impressive snow-capped views of the white Himalayas.
The route via Tilicho Lake and the two passes (Masokanto La 5099m and Tilicho Pass 5230m) is still used and offers the adventurous and fit trekker high mountain scenery at its very best. Masokanto La is low altitude pass than Tilicho but more technical and need to be use rope. With same timeframe you can also attempt the Tilicho pass. Trekkers carry only day pack and walk at their own pace. Average hiking per day will be 6-7 hrs.
The Jomsom Trek is the classic tea-house trek which visits some of the best trekking lodges in Nepal. The trek follows the ancient trading route from India to Tibet up the Kali Gandaki valley starting from the road head near Pokhara and finishing at the pilgrimage site of Muktinath.
