The starting point of Annapurna base camp trek is in the lush lowlands where you will trek through different terrains comprising terraced paddy fields and oak and rhododendron forests as you trek higher. The Annapurna expanse is comparably wetter than the Everest region meaning that you will be hiking through more forested and farm areas framed with superb greenery. The visible mountain peaks in the Annapurna region are Mt. Dhaulagiri, Mt. Gangapurna, Khangsar Kang, Tarke Kang, Mt. Hiunchuli, Mt. Machhapuchhre and the entire Annapurna range. In fact, at Annapurna base camp, you will be surrounded by the Himalayas from 360 degrees.

On the other hand, Everest Base Camp trek has drawn a lot of travelers with the stunning landscape throughout the trekking trail including stunning glaciers and ancient monasteries. At the base camp, hikers are literally surrounded by the great Himalayan giants towering tall in their most beautiful appearances. The vantage point of Kala Patthar, however, has the best views of Mt. Everest. The visible mountain peaks in the Everest region are Mt. Everest, Mt. Thamserku, Mt. Ama Dablam, Mt. Pumori, Mt. Lhotse, Mt. Cho Oyu, Mt, Nuptse, Mt. Imja Tse, and many others.

It is quite unlikely to catch excellent views of the mountains from anywhere else other than the Everest region. Saying so, Everest base camp trek is a little bit better than Annapurna base camp trek, in terms of scenery!