Nepal trekkers to pay higher cost for Annapurna conservation area entry

Nepal trekkers to pay higher cost for Annapurna conservation area entry

The Annapurna Conservation Area Project (ACAP) has raised its entry fee for foreign trekkers. The new fee is $30, up from $25. The increase is intended to help fund conservation efforts in the area. The Annapurna Conservation Area is home to some of the world's most stunning mountain scenery, including Mount Everest. It is also home to a variety of wildlife, including snow leopards, red pandas, and Himalayan tahr. The ACAP was established in 1986 to protect the area's natural resources and cultural heritage. The project has been successful in reducing poaching and deforestation, and has also helped to promote sustainable tourism in the area. The increase in the entry fee is expected to generate an additional $150,000 per year for the ACAP. This money will be used to fund a variety of conservation projects, including: * Anti-poaching patrols * Habitat restoration * Education and outreach programs The ACAP is a vital conservation project that is helping to protect one of the world's most beautiful and unique natural areas. The increase in the entry fee is a small price to pay for the continued protection of this precious ecosystem. Previously on 27 April 2024 - "Nepal orders closure of popular trekking trails to tackle littering"