Why choose Annapurna Base Camp trek?

Annapurna range of mountains is the choice of many trekkers; all the more it has some of the world's highest mountain peaks including Annapurna which is the 10th highest. Like every other mountain in the Himalayan range the foothills are subjugated by various cultural groups with their delightful villages and terraced farms which is common in the mountains.

 While trekking, you will come across many viewpoints from where you can gaze the renowned Himalayan Mountains. In addition, the trekking expedition gives a deeper insight into the Nepalese mountain lifestyle, ethnic diversity and a sense of adventure in the Himalayas. 

Annapurna Base Camp trek

The Annapurna Base Camp trek is one of the well-liked treks in the Annapurna region after MT. Everest. The trekking track goes flanking terraced rice paddies, lush green forests, and beautiful landscapes, with the Annapurna Range in view constantly.

The physical and mental requirements for the trek are very demanding and not for the weak hearted, people who are practically fit and have immense stamina can do this trek  with little difficulty. When you reach high up in the mountains, you have the possibility of extremely chilly nights with your temporary room only offering limited protection from the cold and wild animals prowling for food. The facilities provided are actually not that bad considering you are high up in the mountains where there are little to no resources to work with, nonetheless, with the right attitude you will learn to adjust with it fairly quickly. If you are absolutely sure that you can withstand these harsh climatic voids, then trekking is definitely worth every step and you will have an experience of a lifetime.

The Annapurna base camp trek trail is not difficult to navigate as it is marked clearly and therefore can be done independently if you so desire. However, hiring a guide and/or porter is always better to contribute to the local economy and most importantly; they will share their local knowledge with you which is essential. In addition, if you get some knowledge from the local people who are experienced and know a heck of a lot about mountain and how to survive in these harsh conditions. It next to impossible to navigate in these treacherous conditions, having a guide is imperative.