1-ANNAPURNA CONSERVATION AREA

The Annapurna Conservation Area has been clamed as one of the best trekking areas in the world. It is also the most visited trekking area in the country. The area spreads around Kaski, Mustang, Manang and Lamjung districts of Central Nepal. Beginning 790 meters, the area reaches as high as 8,091 meters of Mt. Annapurna.

Ghandruk is the first experience and further down is Ghorpani that provides fantastic panoramic view of the Annapurna ranges. Equally eye catching are hills from Jomsom, leads to the scenic Tilicho Lake area at an altitude of 4,919 meters. In the circuit route, is the famous Hindu religious sites Muktinath Temple. The vegetation in this region included various species of orchids and rhododendron.

Wildlife includes around 100 different kinds of mammals including rare snow leopards and blue sheep. The region also boasts of around 487 species of birds including multi-colored Impheyan, Koklas and blood pheasants. In addition the region is also hone to 39 species of reptiles and 22 species of amphibians. Best time to visit the park is between October and November. The best gateway to the region is Pokhara in Kaski District of mid west Nepal. Pokhara is easily accessible by air or by land from Kathmandu. All tourist facilities like food and accommodation are available at Pokhara.