Annapurna means “goddess of fertility” in the Sanskrit language. Annapurna region is the most celebrated trekking region in the Nepal. According to a survey done by Modern Maturity in USA Annapurna region is recognized as the world best trekking trail. The region includes some of the world highest peaks like Annapurna mountain range, Dhaulagiri, Makalu and many more which are all above 8,000. There are so many famous short and long hiking and trekking trails within the Annapurna region including the Annapurna Circuit, the Jomsom Muktinath Trek, the Annapurna Sanctuary Trek, the Upper Mustang Trek, the Tilicho Lake Trek, the Ghorepani Poon Hill Trek, the Annapurna Base Camp Trek, the Mardi Himal Trek, and the Royal Trek. This amazing Annapurna region also offers one of the world highest lakes namely Tilicho Lake and newly founded ice Lake. The Annapurna Region is located in the west central of Nepal which is covered with the sub-tropical lowlands with lush moderate rhododendron, pine, bamboo forests in the south to dry alpine steppe environments in the north. Apart from this Himalayan wonder, this region is also a natural habitat of the hundreds of rare and endangers animals, bird species and many wildlife’s.The trekking trail of Annapurna Region is displayed with exceptional species of flora and fauna, barren of the world’s deepest Kaligandaki gorge, lush green foothills, subtropical forests adorned with beautiful rhododendrons and other wild flora.
The trek passes through a variety of landscapes ranging from rich farming valleys to the stark high altitude desert region of Mustang. Tea houses and lodges are available throughout the entire length of the trek and offer comfortable accommodation and tasty local meals. The trek is generally possible throughout the year but heavy snowfall can block the Thorung La Pass at times in January and February.