Annapurna North Base Camp Trek is definitely one of those less explored virgin trails within the generally known Annapurna Circuit-Maurice Herzog Trail. It is one of those ideal trek routes for all those looking for alternative trails in the Annapurna region and offers a peculiar kind of adventure thrill as part of the new trekking routes in the Kaligandaki Valley. This trekking initiates in Kathmandu, from where it drives to Pokhara after some last-moment preparations. Later, it again drives to Lower Narchyang via Tatopani. The fabulous trekking then makes its way via beautiful traditional villages like Upper Narchyang, Kalokhola, Chhotepa, Hum Khola Dovan, Sandhikharka, Bhuskot Mela, and Sun Khola before reaching Annapurna North Base Camp.
The magical view of the Annapurna range comes right in front of you, including the classical Nepali culture during this trek. You can also get views of some of the most dramatic Nilgiri Himal (7,061 m), Tilicho Peak (7,134 m), Mt. Dhaulagiri (8,167 m), and Annapurna I (8,091 m) along most of the trail. Some of the most beautiful blue alpine lakes are scattered here.
The North Annapurna Base Camp Trek is a smaller, more secluded wilderness trek in Nepal that takes a total of 10 days. Usually, at the end of the trek, one goes down for two days to reach Tatopani and then drives to Pokhara for the end.
The trek to Annapurna North Base Camp is famous for its scenic mountain panorama, serene landscapes, cultural interaction, and the successful feeling one gets while standing at the base camp at the foot of Annapurna Himalaya.
- Catch great views of famous peaks: Annapurna I, Nilgiri Himal, Tilicho Peak, and Dhaulagiri.
- Interact with the locals and be enveloped by their culture and traditions among the Gurung and Magar communities.
- Pass through different landforms like plush valleys, terraced fields, alpine meadows, and such dramatic mountainous regions.
- Scenic alpine lakes dot the path and further beautify it.
- It allows one to enjoy quieter moments of trekking and hence have a closer encounter with nature.
- Camp at its foot at 4,068 meters for breathtaking views and an overwhelming sense of accomplishment regarding the Annapurna massif.
- Relax in the hot springs near Tatopani, rejuvenating and refreshing yourself after having trekked.
- Observe a variety of wildlife and different plant species in the Annapurna Conservation Area.
- Follow a route that was of historic importance, previously followed by Maurice Herzog, and is deeply culturally rooted in this part of the world. Enjoy the variation in the ecosystem, subtropical to alpine surroundings of the Annapurna area.
