A unique blend of good ecology with good economics and conservation with development, the Annapurna Conservation Area Project (ACAP), established in 1966, covers an area of over 7,000 sq. km. with a wealth of biological diversity.

As the catchment area of one of the major river systems in the Himalayas the Annapurna basin is not only of aesthetic value to foreign visitors but also vital to the conservation of soil, water and resources of Nepal. Traditional subsistence activities in the Annapurna Conservation Area are woven into a framework of conservation activities such as forest conservation, community development, conservation education, community health and sanitation, environmentally friendly tourism management, sound resources management, alternative energy projects, research and training. The user fee levied on visitors is used for ACAP's development and conservation activities in the region.

Jointly funded by the World Wildlife Fund, the KMTNC's United Kingdom Chapter, SNV, TRAS and other organisations, ACAP is the most challenging project of the KMTNC , in its involvement as well as its management . Its headquarters, are located in picturesque Ghandurk on the way to the Annapurna Sanctuary.