Why should you trek to Annapurna Region?

Nepal, also known as home of mountains has more than 1310 peaks above 6000m, comprising world's eight highest among ten. It supports astounding terrain rising from as low as 59 meters to world’s highest peak Mt. Everest, 8,848 meters above sea level offering suitable habitations from tropical to alpine vegetations.

Annapurna is a massif in the Himalayas in north-central Nepal. It includes one peak over 8,000 metres (26,000 ft), thirteen peaks over 7,000 metres (23,000 ft), and sixteen more over 6,000 metres (20,000 ft). The massif is named after Annapurna, the Hindu goddess of food, nourishment and of harvest.

Mt. Annapurna (8091m) of Nepal is the 10th highest mountain in the world and the journey to its base camp, which is at 4130m height, is one of the most popular trekking destination on earth. Protected by ACAP (Annapurna Conservation Area Project), sustainable tourism is in practice in this region.

The conservation area covers Manang, Mustang, Kaski, Myagdi, and Lamjung Districts. Annapurna Conservation Area encompasses Annapurna Sanctuary and is known for several trekking routes including Annapurna Circuit. This region offers varied landscape and cultures of people.

Reasons to trek to Annapurna Region

1. Exotic Flora and Fauna :-

Annapurna Region has varied floras and faunas. Every step you take on your journey awaits surprise. Annapurna Conservation Area is rich in its biological diversity. About 1226 species of flowering plants including 40 orchids and 9 species of rhododendron – the national flower, also 101 mammals, 474 birds, 41 reptiles and 23 amphibians are found in this region. Southern region of Annapurna Conservation Area has abundant rhododendron forest while the northern part comprises alpine pastureland, vegetation is diverse. It harbors rare and endangered wild life species such as the snow leopard, musk deer, tibetan argali, Impeyan Pheasant and Tragepan Pheasant. If gotten lucky, you might spot few of these.

2. Hot springs

Another best reason to trek to Annapurna Region is the natural hot spring of Jhinu Danda. It is located on the bench of the Modi Khola. Pool is Surrounded by green trees, relax in the healing hot water and enjoy glorious sight of the river. It is believed that, taking a dip into hot spring will cure your skin diseases and reduces stress because of the minerals present there.

3. Exploring culturally rich villages:

From south to the north of Annapurna region, people belonging to different ethnic groups have settled. From gurung, Magar to Thakali and Lobas, every settlement offers warm hospitality. One can explore the diverse culture of the Himalayas is an amazing experience one can ever get in their life. It genuinely changes the way you see your life for the rest of your life. So, the spiritual and pious sentiment is acquired in a variety of form which is one of the major motive to trek in Annapurna Region. You can learn about the local living style, culture, tradition, food and dresses along with helping the local economy to grow.

4. Easy Accessible:

Trekking trails befalling under the Annapurna region is the most beloved region amongst the trekker. Trekking to this region is easily accessible from Pokhara, which is just six-seven hours drive or half an hour away from Kathmandu Valley.

Trekking in Annapurna Region can be booked through Eternal Himalaya and

Hello, I am Kishor Bhatta from the beautiful Nation Nepal. I am a Web Developer, Solo Traveller, and Blogger. I am the founder of InspiringWorm.com.