The Annapurna Himal is a vast massif of several peaks above 7000m. Part of the range forms a natural amphitheatre known as the Annapurna Sanctuary, ringed by such giants as Annapurna 1, Glacier Dome, Gangapurna, Fang and the fishtail peak of Macha-puchare, We’ll trek through rhododendron and bamboo forests as we climb toward the famous fishtail mountain’s base camp. You’ll see breathtaking views of high peaks as you hike alongside alpine meadows, moraine and avalanche chutes.

Using a lesser-known approach, we visit the marvelous viewpoint of Poon Hill before descending to the Modi Khola valley and into the gates of the Sanctuary. Passing directly below Macha-puchare, we have a couple of days to explore the amphitheatre before returning to Pokhara via a different route. This alpine trek provides close-up mountain views equal to any in the Himalaya.