| Annapurna
Sanctuary Trek -
10 Days
Main
attraction:
Mid-hills cultural area; inhabited by Gurung, Magar,
Brahmin and Kshetri castes; dramatic views of Annapurna
and Fishtail on the way to and from Base Camp; vast
range of bio-diversity on the trail; conserved wildlife
and vegetation; natural hot springs.
Accessibility:
Fly or drive to Pokhara. By land 7 hours; by air 30
minutes. Morning transfer to trailhead and start the
trek.
The Route:
Maximum altitude 4180 m.; 5-6 hours of gentle walking
per day; moderate trail.
Best season:
September to mid-December. Late March thru May.
Facility:
Teahouse lodges, managed by ACAP and eco-aware local
people; tented camping trips also available; safe drinking
water facilities.
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