Annapurna Base Camp Trek – 3 Foremost Highlights You Shouldn’t Miss Out

The Annapurna Base Camp or ABC trek was 1st commercial hiking trail in Nepal and trekking lovers from all corner of the globe have been coming t this region for more than fifty years to witness what it is all about.

The ABC trek owes its fame mainly because of the astonishing Himalayan vistas, but its well-organized routes, frequent lodges everywhere, a long hiking season and effortless entry to trailheads commencing just one or two hour away from Pokhra, has done wonders to enhance its repute as one of the finest places for mountain trekking in Nepal.

If you are getting ready for this season to explore the Annapurna Conversation Area, here are a few major highlights that you shouldn't miss out.

Annapurna Base Camp:

A tough one to miss out, ABC is a must if you are after real trekking adventure at 4,130 m, hikers are enclosed on each side by exceptional snow-covered summits, like the grand Annapurna I and its sisters Annapurna III, Annapurna Fang and Annapurna South. You'll also have great view of Gangapurna, Hiunchuli, Tent Peak, Khangsar and the legendary Machapuchare.

May favorite way to move towards the final stage of the Annapurna Base Camp trek is to spend a night at the Machapuchare Base Camp, wake up early and hike the final 2 to three hours up to ABC to witness the sun rise over the beautiful Annapurna mountain range.

Annapurna Apple Pie:

Many would debate that the ABC trek is as much a gastronomic experience as it's a natural one. Throughout the trail you will come across friendly teahouses catering hot dal bhat (typical Nepali meal of rice & lentil soup), appetizing Mo:Mos as well as the staple food of the province – home cooked apple pie.

Jhinu Hot Springs:

A trip to the Jhinu Danda hot springs works like magic on your exhausted trekking legs & is a well-deserved brek during your return trip from the ABC. Jhinu itself is an enjoyable small settlement, located on summit of a border along your fall from Chomrong, with a few beautiful teahouses & pop-up craft stores. The hot spring is a 20 to 25 minute stroll on a descending trail to the river Modi Khola below. Believe, it's well worth the effort.

Annapurna circuit trek as well as Everest base camp trek are also deserves a trip during your trekking adventure in Nepal. Get yourself ready both mentally and physically because a lot of adventures are waiting for you in Nepal.