As most explored trails, Annapurna Region is regarded as one of the most renowned and admired trekking destinations in Nepal as well as in the world. Only second to Everest, the region is a heaven for nature and adventure enthusiasts. With numerous snowy peaks, enchanted forests, picturesque villages, and diverse landscapes, the region tends to be a backpacker’s delight.
The regions flaunt the snow-capped mountain outlooks, comprising soaring peaks such as Annapurna I, the highest at 8,091m, followed by Annapurna II at 7,973m, Annapurna III at 7,555 m, and Annapurna South at 7,219m. Other high peaks in the region include Manaslu (8,163m), Tilicho Peak (7,134m), sacred Machhapuchhre (6,993 m), and Dhaulagiri Massif, with Dhaulagiri I being the highest at 8,167m. These enchanted mountaintops are simply amazing!! The region also exhibits terrain ranging from lush valleys in the south to high altitude deserts in the north; whereas, to the east lies the Masryangdi River and the world’s deepest gorge, Kali Gandaki Gorge, lies to the west. Throng La Pass is the highest point in the Annapurna region, positioned at an elevation of 5,414 m. From the Poon Hill viewpoint situated at 3,210 m, the Annapurna region showcases marvellous sunrise vistas embodying magical sunrise hues that tend to paint the sky with red and orange as if the brush has painted the colour on the plain canvas! This sight, which apparently gives the impression of being unreal, never ceases to fascinate observers gazing at it.
On top of that, the Annapurna Region is one of the most captivating lands of biodiversity in the world. The unique blend of extraordinary biodiversity and picturesque splendor, combined with the multicultural and multi-ethnic diversity, brew the region into a preeminent trekking heaven. The endearing trail traverses across the lowland villages, mountain communities and arid regions, exposing trekkers to the various tribes with their own culture and traditions, mainly Gurung, Magar, Brahmin and Thakali. Besides that, the region renders haven to fauna, including snow leopards and blue sheep, together with various species of butterflies, insects and birds namely Kokla, Blood pheasant, etc. Furthermore, the upper sub-alpine grassland of the Annapurna region is home to some of the rarest species found on the planet.
Himalayan Trekking Path is offering numerous well-managed trekking itineraries, short to long, as per the clients requirements, at an affordable cost from Annapurna Trekking Region, like Annapurna Base Camp Treks, Ghorepani Poon Hill Treks, Mardi Himal Trek, Khopra Ridge Trek, Annapurna Circuit Treks, Annapurna Circuit Tilicho Treks, Upper Mustang Treks, Nar Phu Valley Treks, Royal Treks and Others. Let's do it with the Local Experts Team !!
