Trekking in Annapurna Region

Perhaps one of the very best of trekking areas in the world, the Annapurna Region is located 200km west of Kathmandu valley and north of Pokhara valley. The Marshyangdi and Kali Gandaki – two of the biggest rivers of the Gandaki system – surround the Himalayan region of Annapurna from the east and west respectively. Situated between these two powerful rivers, the region presents itself as a unique collection of picturesque diversities of nature with its beauty on one hand and ethnicity, culture, religion and social characteristics on the other. A full moon night spent in the foothills of Annapurna with the sound of avalanches in the background and a mountain range bathed in sharp crystal clear moonbeam is an experience that cannot be described adequately. You will have to experience it. This region is also famous for hosting a number of Himalayan ranges over 8000 metres such as Annapurna 1 and Dhaulagiri which offers a great challenge to those mountaineers who consider themselves to be top grade professional Alpinists or enthusiastic beginners.

The Annapurna region is one of the most beautiful and famous tourist destination in the world. It lures all sorts of travelers and adventurers to come to Nepal. Its Himalayan range includes the Thorang-La pass (5416m) and Tilicho Lake (5119m) which lies on one of the highest elevations in the world. Spectacular natural views which includes Jomsom-Muktinath, Manang, Ghorepani, Ghandruk among others presents a majestic, enchanting image. Many of the famous Gurkhas of the British Army comes from this area.