A legendary Trek to Annapurna Base Camp (ABC).

A legendary Trek to Annapurna Base Camp (ABC) – The trekking trails to Annapurna region or trek to Annapurna base camp is one of the most liked trek in the world. Truly, Annapurna base camp trek offers trekkers encountering with 8,000 meters above mountains – for a moderate-difficult level trek, this is incredible! World’s 10th highest peak is wrapped by the gripping range. Annapurna I (8,091 m) holds an almost killing attraction for mountaineers. Among the eight thousander mountains, Mt. Annapurna has the Mt. Annapurna has the highest fatality ratio among the eight thousanders. This imposing scent apart, the ABC trek holds several gems for the mountain admirer.

Spell bounding mountains views.
The Annapurna range enhances your thirst for mountain views right from Pokhara. Trekkers can sense this before they embark the trek from Pokhara. Annapurna base camp trekking trekkers get the noticeable views of Machhapuchhere (fish tail), Annapurna South, Dhaulagiri and Hiunchuli at Ghandruk. All the way up to Sinuwa the panoramic views of several Annapurna range along with Machhapuchhere settle with trekkers. At Dovan trekkers excites by the ponytail of Mt. Machhapuchhere. Just as trekkers access out of the condensed forest preceding Himalaya and Deurali, Mt. Machhapuchhere (fish tail) come out before trekkers in its authentic glory.

The’fish tailed mountain, Machhapuchhere is adored through the local people of Annapurna region for its peerless attraction. Machhapuchhere (fish tail) is particularly considered to be one of the sacred to God Shiva. Besides, Mt. Machhapuchhere, at its base camp, trekkers will catch sight of, Annapurna I, Annapurna South, Gangapurna and Hiunchuli at close. Facing the Annapurna glacier, the Annapurna base camp is a small landmark place with clump of teahouses. As and when trekkers come upon from the threshold of the glacier, they come direct with the Annapurna range. Mt. Annapurna I, III and South, Gangapurna, and Machapuchare are all there to encounter trekkers meet when their eyes rest upon the mountains.

Hiking inside the lush forests of the Annapurna Conservation Area.
The trail drives the trekkers on a mixture of greenery. While hiking from Ghandruk to Chomrung trekkers will encircle by rhododendron, pine and bamboo. Once trekkers pass by Sinuwa to get in the Annapurna sanctuary trek, the forest approaches dense. Tall oak trees effect eye-catching here. The more trekkers hike higher up to Deurali, the overgrown forests grant track to grown-up grass. Around this precinct, trekkers will make out trees with thick bark named Daphne. This trees is used for making paper by the local peoples. In the proximity to Machapuchare base camp, the territory changes into soaring. Trekkers glance patches of grass amidst boulders. There are also flowering plants lining the trail at this part.

The trail has 3 parts through forest that is so dense that sunlight barely seeps through. The first one starts right after the villages around Chomrung and extends till New Bridge. On the trail from Sinuwa, trekkers hear the Modi Khola roaring past right next to the trekkers. But the trees around are so dense that you can’t really see the river. The third stretch is after Bamboo and impels all the way to Dovan. The beauty of Annapurna trek is that trekkers hike through these forests not once, but twice!he trek is nestled in the 7,629 sq km Annapurna Conservation Area. This is home to 1,226 species of flowering plants, 102 mammals, 474 birds, 33 reptiles and 22 amphibians. If you’re lucky enough you might spot an exotic bird or even a marmut.

Glance into Nepali culture.
This trek is a classic tea house trek. You stay in small lodges which typically accommodate 20-25 people. These are run by locals. People also migrate from different parts of Nepal to work here in the tourist season. Interacting with the staff at tea houses, guides and porters on the trail will give you a glimpse into their way of life. Most people speak English so communication is not a problem. The food served at tea houses is prepared in the Nepalese style. You will notice that a lot of it is quite similar to Indian food.

Ghandruk is the biggest village in this area. As you begin the trek, you walk past several small villages, each inhabited by less than hundred people. This trail is commonly used by the locals to get to their homes and fields. So you’re likely to bump into villagers right till Sinuwa, where the Annapurna Sanctuary begins. The area just outside the villages is cultivated with banana plantations and paddy fields.

Melting pot of adventurous souls.

The ABC trek attracts mountain lovers from all over the world. In October, when the views are known to be outstanding, expect to hear a variety of languages on the trail. Tea houses become convenient forums to discuss and exchange notes with strangers who could be from anywhere. Trekkers will experience this kind of diversity on very few treks.

Whom is this Annapurna Base Camp trek denoted for?
The Annapurna Base Camp Trek  is categorized as moderate-difficult. It has some very steep ascents and descents on high stone steps, which can get tricky on your legs. Accordingly, it is crucial that trekkers prepare and get fit for the trek. A physically fit person above the age of 12+ years can go on this trek. Former high altitude trekking experience is not imperative if you are physically fit.