Just as much popular as the Everest region with the tourists, this region offers spectacular panoramic views of the Annapurna Himalaya range. Beautiful small ethnic villages along the way right in the face of majestic Himalayan range and the beautiful Macchapuchhre (Fish Tail) Mountain makes this part of the trekking even more special. Pokhara, some 200 kilometers west of the Kathmandu Valley and also known as a “Lake City” is the main city center from where start almost all treks to this region. The city of Pokhara seemingly struggling to catch up with the 21st century has actually a lot to offer as trekkers come back for an ultimate rest in this beautiful city. Whether it be the boat ride in the morning sun in the Phewa Lake, or late night pub-hopping; whether it be outdoor barbecue buffet at lakeside restaurants or roadside massage parlors, they are all here for your comfort and pleasure.
Brahamans, Chhetris, and Gurungs inhabit the lower part of the Annapurna region and from Kaligandaki Valley to Jomsom is mostly occupied by Thakalis. The upper part of the region is inhabited by people who migrated from Tibet long ago. Kagbeni , Mustang, Jomsom and Muktinath in this region are the main highlights of this region. Mustang once used be one of the small kingdoms some 300 years ago and still has a ceremonial king.
Annapurna Region Trek
Days | Name of Place | Height |
Day 01 | Arrival in Kathmandu | 1300m |
Day 02 | Valley Tours and Trekking Preparation | 1300m |
Day 03 | Drive to Pokhara | 941m |
Day 04 | Trek to Dhampus | 1770m |
Day 05 | Trek to Landruk | 1640m |
Day 06 | Trek to Chomrung | 2400m |
Day 07 | Trek to Dovan | 2510m |
Day 08/09 | Trek to Machhapuchhre Base Camp and Annapurna Base Camp | 4130m |
Day 10 | Trek to Bamboo Lodge | 2340m |
Day 11 | Trek to Jhinu Daanda | 1780m |
Day 12 | Trek to Sarankot | 1592m |
Day 13 | Trek to Pokhara | 941m |
Day 14 | Drive/Fly to Kathmandu | 1300m |
12-Day Annapurna Introductory
This trek reflects a bit of Nepal and nearly the whole of Annapurna Himalayan range- Annapurna I, II, III, IV including Machapuchhre (Fish Tail), Annapurna South, Himchuli, Dhaulaghiri, Nilghiri, etc.
On the way, you will also have an opportunity to observe Nepali lifestyle especially that of western Nepal. You will come close to observing the way they cultivate, harvest and how they cherish their century-old social norms and values as you trudge on in these ethnic villages.
Days | Name of Place | Height |
Day 01 | Arrival in Kathmandu | 1300m |
Day 02 | Valley Tours and Trekking Preparation | 1300m |
Day 03 | Drive to Pokhara | 941m |
Day 04 | Trek to Landruk | 1640m |
Day 05 | Trek to Ghandruk | 1950m |
Day 06 | Trek to Tadapani | 2590m |
Day 07 | Trek to Ghorepani | 3194m |
Day 08 | Short trek to Poon Hill (early morning) and trek to Tirkhedhunga | 1540m |
Day 09 | Trek to Pokhara | 941m |
Day 10 | Drive/Fly to Kathmandu | 1300m |