Mt. Annapurna Region (The Annapurna Conservation Area Project) has been claimed as one of the best trekking spots in the world and one of the popular trekking spots in the in the country. The area covers Kaski, Mustang, Manang and Lamjung districts of western Nepal. Beginning 790 meters, the area reaches as high as 8,091 meters of Mt. Annapurna. Ghandruk and Ghorepani treks offers breathtaking and panoramic view of the Annapurna, Nilgiri and Dhaulagiri ranges. In spring, special attractions are the surrounding green hills blooming red, pink and white rhododendron flowers. The The area also includes famous Mt. Annapurna Circuit Trek and Mustang via Manang and Jomsom. In the circuit route, is the famous Hindu religious sites Muktinath Temple. The trek southeast from Jomsom, leads to the scenic Tilicho Lake aat an altitude of 4,919 meters between Kaligandaki and Manang Valley.

Ghandruk & Ghorepani: It is but a couple of days from Pokhara to reach Ghorepani, which is well known for the great views it offers of both the Annapurna and the Dhaulagiri mountains. A better viewpoint is Pun Hill (3,193 meters), which is about an hour's climb away. Ghorepani can also be reached on the way back from the Annapurna Sanctuary and conversely it can be a planned stop on the way to the Sanctuary. Recommended duration: 4 to 5 days for Ghandruk, 6 to 8 days covering both Ghandruk & Ghorepani.

Annapurna Sanctuary: Probably the most famous of the shorter treks, this trek requires 10 to 14 days and leads to the Mt. Annapurna South Face base camp. The trek begins in Pokhara passing through rice terraces to reach high mountain glaciers in a matter of days. At the culmination of the trek one is surrounded by mountain peaks on all sides. It is not advisable to go on this trek during winter and early spring due to the frequent avalanches that occur then. Recommended duration: 9 to 14 days.

Round Annapurna (via Manang valley): This is the route that attracts the highest number of trekkers in Nepal. As the name itself suggests, the trail goes on a three-week-long circuitous route around the Annapurna range of mountains. The trek can start either from Dumre at the lowly elevation of 500 meters, or from Besisahar (a few hours' ride away along a bumpy road or a day's walk away). The initial stage of the trek goes along the Marshyangdi valley before ascending to Throng Pass (5416meters) on the tenth day, the highlight of which is the view of the Great Himalayan Divide from the pass itself. The route then leads to the Kali Gandaki Valley, famous for its barren beauty, comparable to the Tibetan Plateau. The first stop from Throng Pass is Muktinath, The temple of the Lord of Salvation, holy for both Hindus and Buddhists. From there it is around seven days through the ever-changing landscape to Pokhara. For those that want to get back quick, however, there are regular flights to Pokhara from Jomsom, a day's walk from Muktinath. Recommended duration: 11 to 14 days based on fly out from Jomsom to Pokhara, 18 to 20 days for round Mt. Annapurna.

Jomsom/Muktinath: The famous temple of Lord Muktinath lies in the district of Mustang and is situated an altitude of 3749 meters and about 18 kilometers northeast of Jomsom Bazar (the nearest Airstrip for the region). The temple is situated on a high mountain range, on the way to Mustang and Manang, and is visited during the fair weather. Recommended duration: 11 to 12 days based on trek in and fly out from Jomsom to Pokhara.