Annapurna Eco Village

We had a night at Annapurna Eco-Village. We cooked a BBQ on a rock, enjoyed a tasty local meal of daal, rice, and veggies, and chatted with the owners. The next morning, we got up early to see the view and had a warm breakfast of Kodo ko roti, eggs, and spiced tea. The sight of Hemza city and Mount Machhapuchhre from here is amazing. The people here are incredibly welcoming and do everything to make your stay cozy. They really try to make the food just right for you, and the staff are super friendly. In the evening, the guests, who are mostly travelers, meet up in the dining hall to talk. I'd love to go back and I'd tell anyone thinking about it to definitely check it out.

I spent three days in this wonderful place taking a course. It was a great thrill to arrive here and discover a village that is trying to become self-sufficient. They showed me the water collection and filtering system, all their crops and explained in detail what they do depending on the seasons. Climate change is a challenge for them too and it is impressive to see such lush nature at the foot of Annapurna. All the food cooked with their products is delicious and the coffee is also a huge surprise. The rooms are comfortable and clean, everything around is peaceful and it's like being at home. I'm very sad to leave but I'm sure I'll be back. If you go to Nepal and pass through Pokhara you cannot miss coming here.

I am so mesmerised with my staying here that i am thinking where to start from. This place is around 1.5 hrs drive and bit up in the hill from Pokhara. The place is called Astam. Taxi will cost you around 1500/2000nrp. The road is not much good in shape, lots of bumpy-jumpy as road construction is on going in number of places on the way. At point I left my taxi and took a walk for 10mins to the village. That worth better. This place is running by a joint family and team is lead by Purna. Their family is staying here for 100yrs. They offer all organic food so price of the menu may seem like as standard as a pokhara standard restaurant. The menu is fine, though it may seem limited to you. However food is really good and fresh. Must try their chatni….amazing! Room (no 10) is clean and so is the bathroom. Bed was comfy. Room does not offer much of furniture, two bed side tables- one big and another small. But room and the balcony offers amazing view. The balcony has a hammock and chair too. Seat back and enjoy the sunset time, lights of the house at far distance will seem fireflies. Btw, bathroom dont have hot water supply. You need to pour your bucket from two designated hot water tank. And there is only soap and shampoo you will get. The most important part of the place is - IT WILL OFFER YOU GREAT PEACE WITH SPECTACULAR VIEW OF MOUNTAINS WITH NO NOICE. Just give your self time at the garden while looking at those big mountains (fish tail, annapurna), restore yourself with your good music or just enjoy the sound of nature while having your organic coffee. I should have stated one more night here. On the way back Purna helped me with fixing a motorcycle rider. Charged only 1200nrp. Purna is very cordial and helpful. Great stay.