The Name “Annapurna” came after the Mount. Annapurna, which is the 10th highest mountain in the world. Annapurna is a series of peaks in the Himalaya, a 55-km-long Massif whose highest point, Annapurna I, stands at 8,091 m (26,538 ft). It is located east of a great gorge cut through the Himalaya by the most famous river, Kali Gandaki and which separates it from the Mount Dhaulagiri. Annapurna is a Sanskrit name which is translated as Goddess of the Harvests. In Hinduism, Annapurna is a goddess of fertility and agriculture. The Region, Annapurna is surrounded by many Himalayan ranges which include the Annapurna range, Dhaulagiri and Machhapuchhre – the famous fish-tail mountain that dominates the skyline above Pokhara. In addition this area possess the Kali Gandaki, the world’s deepest gorge
The Region Annapurna is famous for its trekking. In this region there are three major trekking routes, Jomsom Muktinath, Annapurna Sanctuary which is also called Annapurna Base Camp and Annapurna Circuit. About two-thirds of the trekkers in Nepal visit the Annapurna region. The area is easily accessible, hotels in the hills are plentiful, and treks here offer good scenery of both high mountains and lowland villages. In this Region there is one project known as ACAP (Annapurna conservation Area Project) ACAP was established in 1986 under the guidance of the King Mahendra Trust for Nature Conservation. The project covers the whole Annapurna range, more than 7600 sq km. In an inventive advance to environmental protection, it was declared a “conservation area” instead of a national park. A large number of people live within the protected region.
Annapurna Conservation Area offers varieties of flora and fauna form sub tropical to pine and you will grace by the heart touching blossoming rhododendron on your way. This region is also the home to copious wildlife like pika, blue sheep, snow leopards, tigers and Himalayan thar. Multiplicity of birds including multi –colored Impheyan, koklas and blood pheasants, offer you their natural beauty. In this region you will encounter with the Gurungs and Thakali people whose unique culture and religion makes you surprise. You will experience how friendly and open hearted these people are, and you can get a taste of their lifestyle by staying in their house and knowing their way of living and their culture and tradition.
Annapurna Base Camp Trek Itinerary
Day 01 – Arrive in Kathmandu 1350 m and transfer to the Hotel
Day 02 – Kathmandu Valley Sight Seeing.
Day 03 – Kathmandu to Pokhara 900 m.
Day 04 – Pokhara to Tirkhe Dhunga 1577 m-Annapurnapurna Base Camp Trek.
Day 05 – Tirkhe Dhunga to Ghorepani-2850m.
Day 06 – Ghorepani to Tadapani- third day tinerary for Annapurna Base Camp Trek
Day 07 – Tadapani to Chomrung 2019 m- diving point to follow Annapurna Base Camp.
Day 08 – Chomrung to Dobhang or Himalaya Hotel 2600 m.
Day 09 – Dobhang to Annapurna Base camp 4235 m
Day 10 – Annapurna Base Camp to Bamboo/Babang
Day 11 – Bamboo to chomrung.
Day 12 – Chomrung to Ghandruk 1915 m- one of the best village in Annapurna Base Camp map.
Day 13 – Ghandruk to Pokhara 900 m.
Day 14 – Sightseeing tour in Pokhara
Day 15 – Pokhara to Kathmandu
Day 16 – Final departure.
PRICE INCLUDES:
Breakfast, lunch, dinner and accommodation in lodge during the trek
Kathmandu/Pokhara/Kathmandu airfare
English speaking local expert guide, porters
National Park fees
3 nights accommodation at 3 star hotel in Kathmandu on double sharing with breakfast
All guided sightseeing tour in Kathmandu and entry fees.
Airport transfers and escort
Insurance of the guide and porters
PRICE EXCLUDES:
International flight & departure tax
Lunch & dinner in Kathmandu
Personal gears & clothing (available on hire)
Tips, any expenses of personal nature, client’s insurance.
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