The Annapurna Region is also known as the Annapurna Conservation Area. It is located in the central-western part of Nepal. It is Nepal’s largest conservation area. It has grown to over 7,600 sq. km. since the first trekker arrived in the Annapurna region in 1957. It is the most geographically and culturally diverse protected area in the world. It has people of different cultures and lifestyles, steep terraces, lush forests, barren plateaus, mountain desert, the Kali Gandaki gorge, Annapurna I (8091m – the ninth highest mountain in the world), and Machhapurchhare (Mt. Fishtail 6993m), the most attractive mountain, and other mountain peaks. It is also an excellent habitat for various plants and animals, reflecting the land’s biological diversity. Recent surveys have recorded 1226 plant species, 38 orchid species, 9 Rhododendron species, 101 mammal species, 478 bird species, 39 reptile species, and 22 amphibian species in the Annapurna Conservation Area. The Annapurna region is the most popular trekking destination in Nepal. We offer guide service for multi-day treks in the Annapurna Region. Please have a look!

ACA FACT SHEET:
Total Area:	7629sq. km.
Population:	100,000.
No of International Trekkers:	88,418 (2010).
Major Ethnic Group:	Gurung, Magar, Bhotia, Thakali, and Manangis.
The highest peak:	Annapurna I (8091m).
Major Destinations:	Gandruk, Ghorepani, Poon Hill, Annapurna Sanctuary, Annapurna Circuit, Mardi Himal, Muktinath, and Manang.
Trekking highest elevation:	Thorong La 5416m pass.
Lakes:	Tilicho Lake (4919m), Ice Lake, and Gangapurna Lake.
Special Destination:	Sikles Eco Trek, Tilicho Lake, Nar and Phu, and Upper Mustang.
Bio Climatic zone:	Tropical to Alpine.
Pheasant:	Supports all six species of pheasants (Danphe, Monal, Kaliz, Cheer, Koklass, and Blood pheasants).
Economy:	Agriculture, Animal Husbandry, Seasonal Migration (Trade and Labour), Tourism, and Service in the Army.
Plants:	1233.
Mammals:	102.
Birds:	488.
Reptiles:	40.
Amphibians:	23.