Destination : Nepal (Foothills Of Annapurna)
Duration : 08 Days
Style Of Trek : Lodge Trek
Kathmandu : 03 nights
Trek : 03 nights
Pokhara : 01 night
Breakfast : 07
Lunch : XX
Dinner : XX
Ghandruk trek is an ideal program for those who wish to do a short and easy trek in Nepal. This trek trail lies in the foothill of the Annapurna region, around 45 minutes’ drive from Pokhara city. Provides some beautiful views of the central Himalayas (weather permitting) of Nepal, passes through local villages, and terrace fields.
Initially this program explores the beauty of Kathmandu valley by visiting the Buddhist stupas, temples and the ancient palace. Then flies to Pokhara the valley with the beauty of mountains and tranquility.
From Pokhara we will have around an hour northwest drive to Kande the starting point of the Ghandruk trek. Trek starts with 300 m steep ascent to famous Australian base Camp famous for view of sunrise over the Himalayas. Then stops over two Gurung village of Landruk and Ghandruk. Trek trail passes through rhododendron & oak forest, crosses some typical Nepali villages and terrace fields. Trekking in this region means getting some great views of Mt. Annapurna South(7,219 m), Mt. Machhapuchare (6,993m), Mt. Hiunchuli (6,441 m).
Ghandruk trek lies in the lower elevation it can be done all through the years except in the monsoon season. But the best period is from October till December when the skies open up providing some fantastic view of the mountains and very pleasant weather to go for trek. During springtime this trek will be good from March till May but can be bit hazy. Spring times adds the beauty of the trekking as Rhododendron flowers all over the trail creating fusion of colors.
Average walking hour per day will be around 4 hours and the highest point that you reach in this trek is only 2,150 m. Even those travelling with children, or the elderly trekkers can enjoy this trip.
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- Spectacular close up view of Annapurna South and Hiunchuli
- Excellent view of sunset in Mt. Fishtail.
- Beautiful traditional Gurung and Magar Villages.
After being cordially greeted by our representative at the Tribhuvan International Airport, you will be escorted to your designated hotel in the city and be assisted in checking into your room. The timing and location for a short briefing session concerning your trip will be arranged which will include a quick check of your personal trekking gears by our experts. You’ll have the afternoon/evening of that day all for yourself.
Overnight at the hotel.
Includes: Transfers on a Private AC vehicle & Accommodation
In the morning after breakfast and preparation of the trek, the city guide will pick you up and then drive you to SWAYABUNATH stupa which is perched atop a hill on the western edge of Kathmandu valley. This is one of the world’s most glorious Buddhist Chaityas said to be 2,000 years old. After we drive 18 km east to an ancient palace of BHAKTAPUR filled with monuments, most terra-cotta with carved wood columns, palaces and temples. We end our day with a visit to Nepal’s most sacred Hindu shrine PASHUPATINATH. We will have some time to do last minute shopping before leaving for the trek.
Overnight at the hotel
Includes: Accommodation, breakfast, tour, local guide
Today we fly to Pokhara then we drive for around an hour to Kande from where we start trekking. Trek from here takes an ascending order on a winding trail passing through scenic terraced fields, some forests, and small beautiful Nepali villages. We will take a break for lunch at Australian Camp famous for sunrise view over the Himalayas. After lunch we continue our journey little bit further to the village of Pothana.
Overnight at the lodge.
Includes: Breakfast, airport transfers, guide, porter, transportation to Phedi, accommodation, trek permit and conservation park fee.
Today after breakfast our trek continuous on the right side trail which goes up through the forest to the pass then descends to Deorali. From here you can have a fine view of Annapurna South and Hiunchuli to the north. Then we have a steep descent through forests that are alive with birds, ferns and orchids, cross the stream and climb gently out of the canyon to the settlement of Tolka (1,790 m). Then we take a long stone staircase which goes steep down, then cross the suspension bridge to reach the village of Landruk for an overnight stay.
Includes: Breakfast, guide, porter, accommodation, trek permit and conservation park fee.
Today have breakfast then we continue our trek to the village of Ghandruk via Modi River Bridge. Trek starts with a descent of 1 ½ hours then it abruptly goes steep up on a staircase for approx. 2 ½ hours to reach the second largest Gurung village of Ghandruk. This is a beautiful Gurung village surrounded by neatly terraced fields with Mt. Annapurna South and Mt. Fishtail at the backdrop. After settling down in the lodge we then explore Gurung settlement of Ghandruk visiting the museum and the village.
Overnight in the lodge.
Includes: Breakfast, guide, porter, accommodation, trek permit and conservation park fee.
After breakfast we trek down to Syauli Bazaar for an hour to catch a vehicle to Pokhara. From there we drive to Pokhara on a rough road till Nayapul then on a paved road to Pokhara. The duration of drive is around 3 hours. Overnight at the hotel in Pokhara.
Includes: Breakfast, guide, porter, accommodation, trek permit and conservation park transportation to Pokhara
Morning explore bit of Pokhara independently and then in the afternoon we take a flight back to KATHMANDU. Upon arrival we will transfer you to your hotel. Rest of the time free for independent activities.
Overnight at the Hotel.
Includes: Breakfast, airport transfers and accommodation
After breakfast transfer to the airport as per the flight schedule.
Includes: Breakfast & airport transfers
- 03 nights twin sharing accommodation at the medium class hotel in Kathmandu on BB basis
- 01 night twin sharing accommodation at the medium class hotel in Pokhara on BB
- A day tour in Kathmandu
- 03 days trek with the support of guide and porter, simple accommodation (Mountain Lodges), Breakfast, transportation till Phedi and back to Pokhara from Sauli Bazaar
- Duffle Bag for Trekking
- Arrival/departure transfers
- 15 days Nepal Visa which can be obtained at Tribhuvan International Airport upon payment of US $ 25.- in cash. Your passport should have atleast 06 months validity on the day of departure from Nepal and 01 passport size color photograph. For online visa application log on to http://www.online.nepalimmigration.gov.np/
- Flight fare KTM/PKR/KTM I.E. US $ US $ 246.- net per person (subject to change without any prior notice)
- TIM’s Card US $ 10.- net per person (Subject to change without any prior notice)
- Conservation Park Fee US $ 36.- net per person (Subject to change without any prior notice)
- Meals : is not included except Breakfast
- Personal trekking gears
- Insurance including helicopter rescue
- Extra expenses of personal nature, internet, phone etc
- Any extra incurred in case of flight cancellation, medical problem, epidemics, political turmoil
- Anything not mentioned in the Includes Box
- Tips expected but not a mandatory