AddALL.com - Trekking in the Annapurna Region, 5th: includes Kathmandu city guide 1905864221 9781905864225

The Annapurna region is the most popular trekking region in the Himalaya. Following the Kali Gandaki River through the world’s deepest valley, an ancient Tibetan trade route cuts across this region. It’s an area of astounding natural beauty ranging from lush rice fields in the south to the high-altitude desert plateau in the north, past Himalayan peaks of over 8000m (26,247ft).

This fully revised and expanded fourth edition includes 38 route maps and 15 village plans covering these classic treks:

· Annapurna Circuit

· Annapurna Sanctuary

· Pokhara to Poon Hill

· Pokhara-Jomsom-Muktinath

· Tilicho Tal

· Dhaulagiri Ice-fall

· Manang Valley hikes

· Siklis Eco-Trek

· Day walks from Jomsom

· An introduction to trekking peaks in the Annapurna region

Information for all budgets and trekking styles

There are trekking possibilities to suit all budgets — from independent travellers staying in simple lodges (for less than the price of a cup of coffee in the West) to all-inclusive guided treks with every luxury thrown in.

Getting to Nepal from Europe, North America and Australasia
Kathmandu and Pokhara — trekking preparations and what to see
Where to stay and eat — Kathmandu, Pokhara and along the trails
The people — Gurung, Magar, Thakali, Managbhot, Newar
The environment — Annapurna Conservation Area Project (ACAP)
Green trekking — how to minimize your impact on a fragile region
Health and safety

· Plus — 40 colour photos