Machhapuchhre Base Camp (MBC) trekking trail, one of the recently popular trekking trails of Annapurna Region, lies at an elevation of 3,712 m from sea level, in the Gandaki Province.
With panoramic views of the majestic mountains and peaks like Machhapuchhre – fishtail mountain, Gangapurna, Himal Chuli, Annapurna, and few others, ABC lets you sink into wilderness, nature, culture, and unique lifestyle of diverse ethnic groups of Nepal. MBC trekking trails were developed with a vision to promote Pokhara with tourism and surrounding rural areas.
MBC trekking covers seven famous villages: Lachok, Machhapuchhre, Ghachok, Rbihan, Lwang Ghalel, Sardikhola, and Dhital. With facilities like full board camping and homestay, the accommodation service is quite good with average facilities.
MBC trekking region, comparatively an easy trek, is less famous than Annapurna Circuit and Everest Region. If you are seeking for virgin trails, with a lot of adventures and challenges, and witness suspense on every step, this trekking destination is perfect for you.
The star attractions of MBC trek are diverse vegetation from subtropical to alpine species, wildlife, natural greenery, Lahachok Cave, tea garden at Lawang, waterfalls, peaceful, calm, and silent trails. With 1,226 plant species, 102 mammals, 474 birds, MBC trekking is the heavenly experience for a wildlife enthusiast and a birdwatcher.
The trekking journey begins from a hike through dense jungle in Nayapul, which is 40 km away from Pokhara via Baglung Highway. If you want to witness nature at its best, MBC trekking should be a must-trek destination for Nepal.