KATHMANDU: Despite the stunning surroundings, the trek is not without risks. Last fiscal year, five persons tragically died on the Annapurna Trekking route. A various group of people died, including two Nepalis, one Indian, one British, and one American.

Altitude sickness was the primary cause of death for most of the victims. A 35-year-old Indian tourist died from high-altitude sickness in Todanda, Manang; a 69-year-old US citizen went from a cliff in Khotro, Manang; and a British national was discovered dead in a hotel room in Meta. A Nepali porter named Hari Adhikari also went dead from altitude sickness close to Chulubes Camp, while another Nepali named Dadhiram Dangi died close to Tilicho Basecamp; an autopsy report is still awaited.

According to Dhak Bahadur Bhujel of the Annapurna Area Conservation Project (ACAP), a major contributing reason to these deaths was high-altitude illness. The Tourism Entrepreneurs Association of Manang's Chair, Binod Gurung, emphasized the vital significance of comprehending and adjusting to the local weather in order to reduce the risks involved in high-altitude trekking.

In addition to being renowned for its natural beauty, the Annapurna Circuit Trek is among the world's 10 most dangerous hikes, which highlights the importance of trekkers being well-prepared and vigilant.