Nepal Travel Trek

Annapurna Region Trek

Annapurna is the most popular trek in Nepal which passes through some of the most stunning scenery in the world. Subtropical to alpine vegetation and climates is found changing with the elevation. Trekking in the region allows exploring through rhododendron forests over the foothills of the Annapurna and Dhaulagiri and through the deepest gorge in the world, the kali Gandaki Gorge. Mountain with panoramic view that lies on the Annapurna regions are Annapurna Ranges ,Annapurna south (7219M ),Annapurna I (8091M) , Annapurna II (7937M), Annapurna III ,Annapurna IV, Machhapuchhre (6993M) ,Nilgiri,Dhaulagiri( 8167M) Hiunchuli(6441M), Lamjung Himal (6931M) Tukuche peak , Dhampus peak ,Gangapurna

For this region, it is possible to make short or long both.  Short hiking or long Trekking this is depending on your interests and timing but every Trekking route give you such panoramic views, touching different cultures making the real adventure of your life time
Trekking Route in Annapurna Region :

1.	Annapurna Circuit Trek	Moderate to Difficult	21 Days
2.	Annapurna Circuit Trek (Ghyaru & Ngawal)	Moderate to Difficult	21 Days	The higher route of AC from Chame instead of Pisang.
3.	Annapurna Base Camp	Moderate	13 Days
4.	Annapurna Panorama Trek	Easy to Moderate	10 Days
5.	Annapurna circuit with Annapurna Base Camp
6.	Dhampus –Sarangkot Trek	Easy	05 Days
7.	Dhaulagiri Circuit Trek	Difficult	21 Days
8.	Ghorepani Poonhill Trek	Easy to Moderate	07 Days
9.	Jomsom Muktinath Trek	Moderate	11 Days
10.	Khayer Lake Trek	Moderate	14 Days
11.	Mardi Himal Trek	Moderate	12 Days
12.	Nar Phu Trek	Moderate to Difficult	27 Days
13.	Panchase Trek	Easy	06 Days
14.	Royal Trek	Easy	06 Days
15.	Sikless Trek	Easy	07 Days
16.	Tilicho Lake Trek	Moderate to Difficult	25 Days

1.Annapurna Circuit Trek
The 21-day Annapurna Circuit is considered one of the true classic trekking routes of Nepal, and is rated widely as one of the "Top 20" treks worldwide. The complete route around the Annapurna massif covers 150 miles of marvelous trails, and offers some of the most varied mountain scenery in Nepal as it penetrates the Northern Himalayan range and the Tibetan plateau.
The complete circuit has only been possible since mid 1980's when the Manang area was officially opened up to non-Nepali visitors. For and all- round experience of the scenery and culture of Nepal this trek has a lot to offer. Starting in the lush Marsyandi valley, that separates the Annapurna range from that of Manaslu, the scenery is composed of lush cultivated fields with dense forests on either side. In the winter season, orange tree are laden with fruits and fragrant frangipani blossoms cast their scent along the trails. As you travel higher the valley becomes more rugged until the villages and forests finally give way to the arid hills of Manang. The Thorong La pass, at 5416 meters, marks the highpoint of the treks after which the trail joins the kali Gandaki river that flows through the deepest gorge on earth. This itinerary also includes a hike to the popular trekking destination of Poon Hill, providing a spectacular panoramic view of Manaslu Himal (8th highest mountain in the world), Machhapuchhare (Fish Tail Peak), Annapurna I (10th highest mountain in the world), and Dhaulagiri Himal (7th highest mountain in the world) and colorful Gurung villages- Ghandruk famous for their hospitality, breathtaking vistas of terraced rice fields, and walks through serene and inspiring forests of pine and rhododendron.

2.Annapurna Circuit Trek (Ghyaru & Ngawal)
The 21-day Annapurna Circuit is considered one of the true classic trekking routes of Nepal, and is rated widely as one of the "Top 20" treks worldwide. The complete route around the Annapurna massif covers 150 miles of marvelous trails, and offers some of the most varied mountain scenery in Nepal as it penetrates the Northern Himalayan range and the Tibetan plateau.
The complete circuit has only been possible since mid 1980's when the Manang area was officially opened up to non-Nepali visitors. For and all- round experience of the scenery and culture of Nepal this trek has a lot to offer. Starting in the lush Marsyandi valley, that separates the Annapurna range from that of Manaslu, the scenery is composed of lush cultivated fields with dense forests on either side. In the winter season, orange tree are laden with fruits and fragrant frangipani blossoms cast their scent along the trails. As you travel higher the valley becomes more rugged until the villages and forests finally give way to the arid hills of Manang. The Thorong La pass, at 5416 meters, marks the highpoint of the treks after which the trail joins the kali Gandaki river that flows through the deepest gorge on earth. This itinerary also includes a hike to the popular trekking destination of Poon Hill, providing a spectacular panoramic view of Manaslu Himal (8th highest mountain in the world), Machhapuchhare (Fish Tail Peak), Annapurna I (10th highest mountain in the world), and Dhaulagiri Himal (7th highest mountain in the world) and colorful Gurung villages- Ghandruk famous for their hospitality, breathtaking vistas of terraced rice fields, and walks through serene and inspiring forests of pine and rhododendron.

3.Annapurna Base Camp
The Annapurna Base Camp (ABC) trek is one of the most popular trekking routes in the world offering superb views of the awesome Himals or “snow-covered mountains” of the Annapurna range of the Himalayas. The principal peaks of the western portion of the great Annapurna Himal, including Hiunchuli, Annapurna South, Fang, Annapurna, Ganagapurna, Annapurna 3 and Machhapuchhare, are arranged almost precisely in a circle about 10 miles in diameter with a deep glacier-covered amphitheater at the center. From this glacier basin, known as the Annapurna Sanctuary, the Modi Khola River knifes its way south in a narrow gorge fully 12,000 ft. deep. The trekking trail leads to Machhapuchhare Base Camp and Annapurna Base Camp passing through colorful Gurung villages famous for their hospitality, breathtaking vistas of terraced rice fields, and walks through serene and inspiring forests of pine and rhododendron. This itinerary also includes a hike to the popular trekking destination of Poon Hill, providing a spectacular panoramic view of Manaslu Himal (8th highest mountain in the world), Machhapuchhare (Fish Tail Peak), Annapurna I (10th highest mountain in the world), and Dhaulagiri Himal (7th highest mountain in the world).

4. Annapurna Panorama Trek
The Annapurna panorama trek, a solid option for a short trek into the foothills to the north of Pokhara, especially suitable for the beginners and elderly people but those who wish to have an adventurous trek and a closer view of mighty Himalayan Ranges, is one of the most popular trekking routes in the world offering superb views of the awesome Himals or “snow-covered mountains” of the Annapurna range of the Himalayas. The principal peaks of the western portion of the great Annapurna Himal, including Hiunchuli, Annapurna South, Fang, Annapurna, Ganagapurna, Annapurna 3 and Machhapuchhare, are arranged almost precisely in a circle about 10 miles in diameter with a deep glacier-covered amphitheater at the center. We pass through colorful Gurung and Pun villages – Dhampus, landruk , Ghandruk ,Tadapani, ghorepani ,famous for their hospitality, breathtaking vistas of terraced rice fields, and walks through serene and inspiring forests of pine and rhododendron. This itinerary also includes a hike to the popular viewpoint of Poon Hill, providing a spectacular panoramic view of Manaslu Himal (8th highest mountain in the world), Machhapuchhare (Fish Tail Peak), Annapurna I (10th highest mountain in the world), and Dhaulagiri Himal (7th highest mountain in the world) and hot spring at Tatopani.

Annapurna circuit with Annapurna Base Camp
Dhampus –Sarangkot Trek
Dhaulagiri Circuit Trek

The Dhaulagiri area in west Nepal is a popular place for trekkers. The Dhaulagiri region is a land of dramatic contrast. It extends from the near tropical Pokhara valley to the steep slope of the snow-capped Himalayas. The Dhaulagiri range features several peaks. Dhaulagiri I is the sixth highest peak of Nepal and the world's seventh. It towers above the well – trekked Muktinath trail up to the Kali Gandaki valley. This vast massif screens the hidden land of Dolpo on its northwest. Following the river upstream, the trail passes through the ferns, forest of Oak, other deciduous trees and junipers. In spring the trail passes through the rhododendron blooms and other wild flowers. Even in the high mountain passes above the tree line, the trail passes through alpine flowers dotting the windswept ground. The range has 15 peaks of above 7,000 meters. The region is considered to be one of the most remote places of the country and there are many high mountain passes. This makes the trans-Himalayan trek rather quite but full of adventure and excitement.  

A circuit of the Mt. Dhaulagiri (8167m) massif is possible for well-equipped and fully self-sufficient group of trekkers. The trek is started at Beni, the district headquarter of Myagdi. Magars are the dwellers of this area. This group of hill dwellers are similar in many ways to their Gurung neighbours but are thought to have settled in Nepal some time earlier. Like their Gurung cousins, the Magar have a tradition of service in Gurkha regiments. The Dhaulagiri trail follows the Myagdi Khola. Passing through the settlements of Darbang and Muri, the country is still quite heavily populated with scattered villages and farming land. Beyond Muri, the Myagdi Khola swings north and the landscape becomes much more rugged and sparsely populated. A great significance of this trek is French pass (5360m). Trekkers must be aware of the health of their group members, especially on the section between French pass and Dhampus pass (5250m). The thrilling region has shown its long kept secrets, since reopened of the places like the Gandaki Gorge, the deepest Gorge in the world!! Dhaulagiri means "white mountain" though many mountains over the world have names, which translate, to White Mountain, this is without doubt the most astonishing one.

 

Ghorepani Poonhill Trek
The Ghorepani trek, a solid option for a short trek into the foothills to the north of Pokhara, especially suitable for the beginners and elderly people but those who wish to have an adventurous trek and a closer view of mighty Himalayan Ranges, is one of the most popular trekking routes in the world offering superb views of the awesome Himals or “snow-covered mountains” of the Annapurna range of the Himalayas. The principal peaks of the western portion of the great Annapurna Himal, including Hiunchuli, Annapurna South, Fang, Annapurna, Ganagapurna, Annapurna 3 and Machhapuchhare, are arranged almost precisely in a circle about 10 miles in diameter with a deep glacier-covered amphitheater at the center. We pass through colorful Gurung and Pun villages – Ghorepani, Tadapani and Ghandruk, famous for their hospitality, breathtaking vistas of terraced rice fields, and walks through serene and inspiring forests of pine and rhododendron. This itinerary also includes a hike to the popular viewpoint of Poon Hill, providing a spectacular panoramic view of Manaslu Himal (8th highest mountain in the world), Machhapuchhare (Fish Tail Peak), Annapurna I (10th highest mountain in the world), and Dhaulagiri Himal (7th highest mountain in the world).

Jomsom Muktinath Trek
The Jomsom Muktinath Trek is a half final part of the Annapurna Circuit, Starting from Pokhara by flight to Jomsom. The route around the Annapurna massif covers around 75 miles of marvelous trails, and offers some of the most varied mountain scenery in Nepal as it penetrates the Northern Himalayan range and the Tibetan plateau.

Some major attractions include typical Mustang villages such as Tukuche, Marpha and Jharkot with its medieval King’s Palace and Bonpo Gompa. The deepest gorge, Kaligandaki is another attraction of this route. Muktinath is a popular sacred place for Hindu, Buddhist Pilgrims and ascetic Sadhus. The temple is situated with 108 water tapes emerging from sacred water springs.

The trail follows the kali Gandaki River that flows through the deepest gorge on earth. This itinerary also includes a hike to the popular trekking destination of Poon Hill, providing a spectacular panoramic view of Manaslu Himal (8th highest mountain in the world), Machhapuchhare (Fish Tail Peak), Annapurna I (10th highest mountain in the world), and Dhaulagiri Himal (7th highest mountain in the world) and colorful Gurung villages- Ghandruk famous for their hospitality, breathtaking vistas of terraced rice fields, and walks through serene and inspiring forests of pine and rhododendron.

 Khayer Lake Trek
Kahyar Lake situated on western part of Nepal in Annapurna region. It can be define as virgin destination because of a few trekkers has been here yet. It has an enchanting landscape offering glorious views of the Himalayas and plentiful wildlife. Khopra Danda (Hill), Khayar Lake is the tourist attraction point of this trek. Trekkers can have perfect views of the dozens of the mountains over 8,000 meter like Dhaulagiri, Annapurna ranges, Lamjung ranges, Dolpo ranges, Ghorepani / Poonhill and the Kaligandaki valley; worlds deepest gorge. Khayar Lake is a sacred holy ice lake. People believe that to touch in to the water guarantees salvation after death. The people of Gurungs and Magars inhabit this trek. Trekkers need to be fulley self-sufficient in this trek because there are no teahouses between Tadapani and Ghorepani.

Mardi Himal Trek
Mardi Himal is considered to be an ideal introduction to mountaineering in the high Himalaya, particularly if you have limited time available. No previous experience of high altitudes is necessary, as every precaution will be taken to ensure gradual and thorough acclimatization during the trek to the mountain. 
Although Mardi Himal is the shortest and probably the easiest of our expeditions to Nepal, to maximize both your enjoyment and your chances of success, you need. A major benefit of Mardi Himal is the ability to climb it in a round trip of a little over 2 weeks. It therefore makes a visit to the Himalaya a real possibility for those who hitherto have not been able to find the time to join a longer expedition.
This peak is located in the east of the Modi Khola, across the valley from Hiunchuli. It is separated from Machhapuchhre ridge by a col. and usual route of ascent reaches this col (about 5,200m. /17,060 ft.) and reaches the summit via a route on its east flank. Although the mountain rises above the entrance to the Annapurna sanctuary it is not often visited. The trek reaches and then follows the Mardi Khola for 2 days before turning and climbing the ridge line for 3 more days before reaching base camp around 4,100 m. /13,451 ft.

The climb has problems with route finding and effort but little technical difficulty: the couloirs leading to the col on the East Face can present an avalanche danger with fresh snow. The climb begins by heading steeply towards the col on the connecting ridge between Mardi Himal and Machhapuchhre. High camp is usually placed just below the final steep (45 degrees) couloirs leading to the col (about 4,650 m. /15,256 ft.) From high camp, climb to the col and turn west, ascending steep snow slopes to the summit. Descend the same route.

Route : The approach to Base Camp is through a remote forested valley of bamboo and rhododendron typical of lowland Nepal. A high camp is established above Base Camp from which the route to the summit goes up a snow couloirs to the snow slopes that lead to the summit. Camps will be place en-route.

Nar Phu Trek
Make your lips round and blow the wind away, slowly. That’s the meaning of Phu in Nepali. But the blow of the wind in Phu is different than the definition. So how strong is the blow? Come here in Phu, at the altitude of 3900, surrounded by mountains like Himlung and others. “It’s totally understandable why the wind here makes people really mad,” says Wanda safe inside the tent. “Totally mad.” Oh… yea. It’s trying to blow away the dining tent set up within the camping area that was constructed two years ago on the back on Phu river.

A virgin tourism destination lies on the Annapurna circuit ridge in western Nepal. Newly opened area for the trekking. This area offers a unique culture which is not exposed yet to outer world. Not only rich of cultural heritage but this area has abundant wildlife like blue sheep, endangered snow leopard and the towered peaks. Village of Nar, Phu, monastery, Chhortens, Mani wall superb views of mountain massifs, beautiful pastureland is the key attractions of this route.

 Panchase Trek
This trek is a spectacular short trek with good Mountain View. The trail includes some bigger Gurung villages as well as national flower forest of rhododendron. Very few places in the world have such a splendid variety of natural beauty. A rare combination of snow-capped peaks, crystal clear lakes, and turbulent rivers with deep gorges, together with Tibetan monasteries, hot springs and picturesque villages are the significances of this trek, all inhabited by simple and friendly ethnic people.
The Panchase trek, a solid option for a short trek into the foothills to the north of Pokhara, especially suitable for the beginners and elderly people but those who wish to have an adventurous trek and a closer view of mighty Himalayan Ranges, is one of the most popular trekking routes in the world offering superb views of the awesome Himals or “snow-covered mountains” of the Annapurna range of the Himalayas. The principal peaks of the western portion of the great Annapurna Himal, including Hiunchuli, Annapurna South, Fang, Annapurna, Ganagapurna, Annapurna 3 and Machhapuchhare, are arranged almost precisely in a circle about 10 miles in diameter with a deep glacier-covered amphitheater at the center. We pass through colorful Gurung and Pun villages – Ghorepani, Tadapani and Ghandruk, famous for their hospitality, breathtaking vistas of terraced rice fields, and walks through serene and inspiring forests of pine and rhododendron. This itinerary also includes a hike to the popular viewpoint of Poon Hill, providing a spectacular panoramic view of Manaslu Himal (8th highest mountain in the world), Machhapuchhare (Fish Tail Peak), Annapurna I (10th highest mountain in the world), and Dhaulagiri Himal (7th highest mountain in the world).

 Royal Trek

This is an easy trek that starts near Pokhara and offers beautiful mountain views complimented by a panorama of terraced green hills. Prince Charles from the United Kingdom trekked through this route, along with an entourage of 90 guests, camp followers and staff in 1980. Hence, the route since was regarded as ‘Royal trek’. This trek is good for those people who have limited time and are interested in seeing the Nepalese village life and local scenery.

 Sikless Trek
This trek is another spectacular short trek with good Mountain View. It is located to the north east of Pokhara, at about 2000m elevations, in the shadow of Annapurna II and Lamjung Himal. It is a large village, possibly the second largest Gurung village in Nepal. Trekkers can see a well-preserved example of traditional Gurung culture, life-style of the people here and handicraft production. The local cloth weaving and the ancient water driven flourmills are another attractions of this village.

Tilicho Lake Trek

 

Climate: - In this region climate does not remain constant as the cold winds from the Tibetan plateau rush through the south.
Culture: - Thakalis, Gurungs, Magar, Manangis.
The famous Trekking destinations of this region are:-

• Thrung La Pass ,
• Jomsom Muktinath ,
• Ghorepani , Ghandruk
• Annapurna Base camp
• Royal Trek
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