Annapurna Region Trekking undoubtedly is one of the most popular and preferred trekking destination circuit for Trekking in Nepal. The Annapurna Himalayan range represents the central core of the great Himalayan arc and among the world’s most sought after trekking routes. Trekking in the Annapurna region lands you at the very heart of the grandest Himalayas. Trekking in this region delights you with its spectacle of snowy mountain peaks, shimmering rivers, clear skies above and spectacular terraced fields below, charming forests blooming with red rhododendrons, century old ancient monasteries and villages. This region is a mix of natural as well as cultural diversity, a strong coherent bond of natural wonders right from vast landscapes beholding orchids with varieties of floral beauty, pilgrimage sites and indigenous dwellings and lifestyle is spell bounding.
Annapurna Trekking region is a mixed bag of surprising elements related to trekking. Revealing its extraordinary facets of symmetrical snow-capped lined peaks, free flowing pristine rivers, deep gorges, Hindu temples Buddhist monasteries, picturesque villages filled with varieties of ethnic and indigenous people makes it exciting and thrilling throughout the entire trekking journey. The journey to the Annapurna region is all about carefully carved terraced fields, vibrantly shredded mosaics of green and yellow patches on the steep hillsides presents a color dipped contrasting charm to the visitors in every glance all around the region. Moving further away from, the villages into the inner dense forest the vegetation changes from tamed green to wildest of thick green shades and deep as well along the trail into the deep gorges ever present in the distance of few kilometers. As, we move along the vegetation changes to tropical where lichens and mosses hang in wispy straggles from branches. Higher up in the rain-shadow belt the mountains are bare and brown revealing jagged edges and cliffs. The altitude below represents and changes into flat roofed village houses blend well with the harsh rugged terrain this landscape and way of life is purely Tibetan, which is completely immersed in lama prayers in the gompas, sturdily built yaks grazing in the high pastures. The lower settlements are thick comprising of different cultural communities such as the Brahmins, Chhetris, Magars, Gurung and Thakali, where all the activities are performed with the help of donkeys instead of yaks who serve as laborious pack animals. Annapurna region is one such region which provides spectacular views of Himalayan mountain ranges of Mt. Annapurna, Annapurna South, Mt.Dhaulagiri, Mt. Manaslu, and Machhapuchre (Fish Tail Mountain). Experience this extraordinary Himalayan wonder alongside trekking to colorful villages enjoying exploring one of the most culturally rich and scenic regions of the Himalayas.
Annapurna Region Trekking is not just trekking to Annapurna itself, but to various other trekking destinations to choose and attempt from. This is categorized under three major sections; the Annapurna Circuit, the Annapurna Sanctuary Trek, and the Annapurna Short Trek. Annapurna Circuit Trekking is a long route taking you from an altitude of 800m to the altitude of 5416 m (Thorung La pass) giving you full high altitude trekking experience. Trekking in the partial circuit of Annnapurna is also possible; the trail is popular as Mini Annauprna Trek. Annapurna Sanctuary starts from beautiful city of Pokhara providing you a natural amphitheatre projection where you will be surrounded by eight peaks over 7000m and many other sister peaks at Annapurna Base camp (4130 m). Short treks are easy treks suitable for those who panic to trek in high altitude or have no time for longer treks in Annapurna. Mountain Tiger Nepal believes in environmentally responsible treks and has the best designed itineraries to appeal to all levels of visitors and making their journey one of the most memorable adventure experience with us