The Annapurna Conservation Area Project (ACAP) is the first and the largest conservation area in Nepal. It was established in 1992 and covers an area over 7,600 sq. km. The biological diversity of the Annapurna Region is equally rivaled by its cultural diversity. It is the most visited trekking area in the mountain region. The natural and cultural features of ACAP have made it the most popular tourist destination in the country, drawing more than 60 percent of the country's total trekkers. ACAP was launched in 1986 as an innovative concept in the protected area management system of the country, addressing the multifaceted problems of the region through an integrated and community-based conservation and development scheme.
The Annapurna Conservation Area (ACA) has some of the world’s highest peaks, and the world’s deepest valley-the Kali Gandaki River Valley. The conservation area includes the great and fascinating Annapurna range in Western Nepal. It is bordered to the north by the dry alpine deserts of Mustang and Tibet (China), to the west by the Kali Gandaki River, to the east by the Marsyanngdi Valley and to the south by valleys and foothills north of Pokhara.
ACAP has been running its program in the area with an aim to integrate nature conservation and local community. This idea is looked up as a model project for conservation all over the world.
Access
The Annapurna Conservation A is near Pokhara - easily accessible from Kathmandu by air and road. Bus or taxi services are available from Pokhara to Jomsom which is located in the northern part of Annapurna Conservation Area. Another route is to reach to Phedi by bus or taxi and walk some days to reach to Ghandruk via Dhampus -Landruk.Annapurna sanctuary and base camp is located at 6-7 days trek from Ghandruk.
Entry Fee Per Person Per Entry:
For Nepalese Nationals, Free
For SAARC Nationals, Rs. 200/-
For Other Foreign Nationals, Rs. 2000/-
Note:
Entrance fee not required for children under 10 years
Park Entrance fees is regulated by the Department of National Parks and Wildlife Conservation (Phone: 4220850). Entrance fees for visiting the National Park can be paid at the ACAP counter (Phone: 4222406) at Sanchaykosh building in Thamel, Kathmandu, or at the Park gate.
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