BlogReasons why Annapurna Base camp trek is extremely popular

27 Jun 2019 snowpath

Wondering the reasons why Annapurna Base camp trek is extremely popular? Influx of trekker in Annapurna Base camp trek is the solid proof how much popular this trekking is. So what makes this trekking so busy? We provide reasons why Annapurna Base camp trek is extremely popular among the trekkers.

Above all, it is the Base camp trek. Moreover, of Mount Annapurna (8091m) the tenth highest peak of world. Since beginning, Annapurna Base Camp trek is acting as substitute of Everest Base camp trek. Especially, to those trekkers who are restricted by trekking days, budget, physical fitness and so on.

Flexible trekking itinerary in between 10 to 15 days is another reasons why Annapurna Base camp trek is extremely popular. We name here Classic Annapurna Base camp trek a traditional and longer version. The other shorter Annapurna Base camp trek is gaining popularity in recent years. Saving the money for expensive flight of Kathmandu-Lukla-Kathmandu, plus shorter number of trekking days make this trek cheap compare to Everest. As well the trekking is comparatively easy than Everest. Even amateur (beginner) trekker can trek to Annapurna Base camp with few guidelines set by trekking agencies and trekking guides.

Beside comparing with Everest Base camp trek, Annapurna Base camp trek itself has some outstanding characteristics that are not comparable. Trekking in different climatic regions without gaining sharp altitude is another reasons why Annapurna Base camp trek is extremely popular. Trekking starts at tropical region of Nayapul (Birethanti) that gradually ends at the snowline of Annapurna Base camp following lower temperate, upper temperate, sub-alpine and alpine climatic zone.

Cultural diversity is another reasons why annapurna base camp trek is extremely popular. Though dominated by Gurung culture, the trekking also displays great harmony of different Nepalese community. Summarizing, Base camp of mountain above 8000m, short, cheap, beautiful diversified landscape, cultural harmony among different communities are some reasons why Annapurna Base camp trek is extremely popular in Nepal.

Base Camp of 8091m

The recent scenario of trekking in Nepal shows that trekker is much more interested in trekking to Base camps of mountain above 8000m. And it is a proof Base camp treks of Nepal remain highly busy, crowded and occupied during peak season. More importantly, if trekker is not restricted by time, budget, fitness and so on.

Without doubt, Annapurna Base camp trek is the only Base camp trek of Nepal that addresses all the above-mentioned concerns of the trekker. In Addition to that the mesmerizing sunrise along with numerous peaks is something hard to explain with words. Without a doubt, one of many reasons why Annapurna base camp trek is extremely popular among the trekkers.

Shortest trekking itinerary to Base camp of 8091m

7 days of trekking (excluding nights at Kathmandu and Pokhara), and the trekker is at one of the most beautiful and amazing places of earth. However, this is extremely shortest version of Annapurna Base camp trek which we generally do not recommend for amateur and beginner trekker. Plus, a very tight schedule to base camp is not a great idea. Instead, we recommend Classic Annapurna Base camp trek that combines with Ghorepani and Ghandruk circuit trekking.

Bad weather, altitude sickness are some other risks that might collapse whole idea and beauty of trekking to Base camp. Even adding extra 2-3 days in this itinerary, it is still the shortest trekking itinerary to Base camp of Mountain above 8000m. One of the biggest reasons why Annapurna Base camp trek is extremely popular.

Cheapest trekking to Base camp

Shorter the number of trekking days, cheaper the trekking price. More importantly, comparing to Everest, trekker needs to pay USD 5.00- USD 10.00 less per day to Annapurna trekking region. This has become unspoken tradition among the trekking agencies of Nepal.

The numerous options of transportation mode from Kathmandu (tourist bus/ private car/ flight) to and from Pokhara also cuts down price massively. Booking tourist bus to Pokhara is the cheapest way. If a trekker wants luxury there is always possibility to book a flight or a private car. For example, trekker can use tourist bus to go to Pokhara from Kathmandu and use flight from Pokhara to Kathmandu. Or vice-versa.

Beautiful Landscape during trekking

The trekking itinerary is short, yet the trekker can experience all the landscape and climatic zone of Nepal in same trekking itinerary. The trekking starts from most beautiful and happening city of Nepal, Pokhara. Dense forest, terraced crop fields, beautiful villages around tropical and temperate climatic zone of trekking are some wonderful highlights. Once a trekker is in sub-alpine and alpine region, they can explore and enjoy unrestricted views of mountains and peaks. Interestingly, with gaining steady altitude in this trekking itinerary. One of the most important reasons why Annapurna Base camp trek is extremely popular.

Cultural diversity with great harmony

Annapurna Base camp trek is generally dominated by the culture and tradition of Gurung people. However, a trekker can see other distinguishable community of people like Brahmin, Chhetri, Newar specially in lower trekking region. The most important part is, there is great harmony among the people. Some villages like Ghorepani, Ghandruk, Chhomrong, Tadapani has high density of people that makes these places lively and beautiful. Great places to understand day to day life of native Gurung people.

Finally, Annapurna Base camp trek is complete package for trekking. Cultural and natural aspects come together to entertain trekker. Beautiful countryside villages in lower trekking region is something trekker cannot miss. Reasonable budget, short trekking days, moderately easy (depending upon itinerary trekker choose) are some other reasons why Annapurna base camp trek is extremely popular.