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Ghandruk - Ghorepani Trek

A journey shaped by the landscapes, people and experiences of Nepal.

Offered by Joy Travel and Tours Pvt. Ltd.

Duration7 daysTravel styleTrekking
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01 / THE EXPERIENCE

Discover the journey

Embark on the 7-day Ghandruk - Ghorepani trek, also known as the Ghandrung trek, and immerse yourself in the scenic beauty of the Annapurna Region. This relatively short trek offers a delightful journey through charming villages, lush forests, cascading waterfalls, and awe-inspiring views of the Himalayan ranges including Annapurna, Machhapuchhre, and Dhaulagiri, among others. Perfect for beginners and travelers of all ages, this trek presents an opportunity to experience the Himalayas in all their glory. Optimal trekking seasons are spring and autumn, ensuring ideal weather conditions and maximizing your enjoyment of this unforgettable adventure.

03 / YOUR ROUTE

Journey at a glance

Day Day 1: Drive from Kathmandu to Pokhara (914m.) takes about seven hours. — Food Breakfast/lunch/dinner Accomodation Hotel Elevation 914 After early morning breakfast, you will be picked up from the hotel and taken to the tourist bus station. Drive from Kathmandu to Pokhara (914m.) takes about seven hours. The drive will take most of our morning time, leaving much of the afternoon to get a warm glimpse of Pokhara Valley and its beauty. If you choose to fly, you can reach Pokhara in 25 minutes. There are several flights from morning to afternoon available from Kathmandu to Pokhara. Pokhara is the tourist's paradise with full of natural as well as cultural heritage sites such as lakes, caves, Buddhist monasteries and Hindu temples along with the magnificent views of Lamjung Himal, Annapurna, Dhaulagiri and many other mountain peaks. Stay overnight at hotel in Pokhara. Day Day 2: Drive from Pokhara (915 m.) to Phedi (1130 m.) takes about 30 minutes and trek from Phedi to Pothana (1990m.) takes about four hours. — Food Breakfast/lunch/dinner Accomodation Hotel Elevation 1990 After breakfast, you will drive from Pokhara (915 m.) to Phedi (1130 m.) takes about 30 minutes and trek from Phedi to Pothana (1990m.) takes about four hours. From Phedi you begin your trek to Pothana (1900m), which is a small Gurung village surrounded by pine and rhododendron forests. You can see close up views of Lamjung and Annapurna Hima. The trail ascends all the way to Pothana through forests till you reach the village called Dhampus. It is a Gurung village which magnificent views of Annapurna ranges, Lamjung Himal and Manaslu. Stay overnight at lodge. Day Day 3: Trek from Pothana to Ghandruk (1950m.) takes about six hours. — Elevation 1950 First part of your trek from Pothana to Deurali gradually ascends. From Deurali the trail descends to Bheri Kharka. From then on, the path is flat till Landruk. The trail from Landruk is a steep descend till Modi Khola. Now the trail ascends all the way up to Ghandruk village. Ghandruk is a big Gurung village from where you can enjoy the mountain view of Annapurna ranges and Fishtail (Machapuchhre). Stay overnight at lodge. Day Day 4: Trek from Ghandruk to Tadapani (2650m.) takes about four hours. — Food Breakfast/lunch/dinner Accomodation LODGE Elevation 2650 The trek begins through beautiful rhododendron forest enjoying chirping birds. The stream runs down its clear and pure water as you climb up. You will come across the place named Bherikharka with some tea shops and lodges for a rest. It takes another 2 and half hours to reach Tadapani mainly passing through dense forest. Stay overnight at lodge. Day Day 5: Trek from Tadapani to Ghorepani (2853m.) takes about five hours. — Food Breakfast/lunch/dinner Accomodation LODGE Elevation 2853 Today’s trek starts with a short descent till a small stream and then uphill through the Rhododendron forest. You come across a place name Banthahiti with the facility of tea houses and lodges. From here, the trail ascends through the forests up to Gurung Hill. Now the trail descends till Ghorepani. Stay overnight at lodge. Day Day 6: Hike up to Poon Hill (3232m) takes about one hour. — Food Breakfast/lunch/dinner Accomodation LODGE Elevation 3232 Early morning hike up to Poon Hill (3232m) takes about one hour. Poon Hill is a popular viewpoint to see sunrise/sunset and majestic views of Mt. Dhaulagiri (8167m.), Tukuche Peak (6920m.), Nilgiri (6940m.), Varaha Shikhar (7847m.), Mt. Annapurna I (8091m.), Annapurna South (7219m.), Annapurna III (7855m.), Machhapuchhare (6993m.), Annapurna IV (7525m.), Annapurna II (7937m.), and Lamjung Himal (6931m.). After spending sometime in Poon Hill, hike back to Ghorepani for breakfast and then continue trekking downwards to Ulleri. You will drive to Pokhara from Ulleri that takes about 3 hours. Stay overnight at hotel in Pokhara. Day Day 7: Drive from Pokhara to Kathmandu that takes about seven hours. — Elevation 1400 After breakfast early morning, drive from Pokhara to Kathmandu that takes about seven hours. En route, you will enjoy the mountain views, green sceneries, rice terrace fields, vegetable fields and people being engaged in their daily life activities. If you choose to fly back to Kathmandu, it takes about 25 minutes. There are several flights from Kathmandu to Pokhara from morning to afternoon.

YOUR DAY-BY-DAY ROUTE

Day-by-day itinerary

Day 1Drive from Kathmandu to Pokhara (914m.) takes about seven hours. —+

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Day 2Drive from Pokhara (915 m.) to Phedi (1130 m.) takes about 30 minutes and trek from Phedi to Pothana (1990m.) takes about four hours. —+

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Day 3Trek from Pothana to Ghandruk (1950m.) takes about six hours. —+

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Day 4Trek from Ghandruk to Tadapani (2650m.) takes about four hours. —+

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Day 5Trek from Tadapani to Ghorepani (2853m.) takes about five hours. —+

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Day 6Hike up to Poon Hill (3232m) takes about one hour. —+

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Day 7Drive from Pokhara to Kathmandu that takes about seven hours. —+

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KNOW WHAT'S COVERED

What's included in your experience

Included

  • Airport pick-up and drop-off services by private vehicle
  • 2 night hotel accommodation with breakfast in Pokhara
  • Trekking guide/s
  • One porter for every 2 trekking participants (1 porter carries 25 kilograms of luggage)
  • All meals three times a day (breakfast, lunch & dinner)
  • Accommodation in teahouses (lodges) during the trek
  • Trekking equipments: Sleeping bags, down jackets, duffle bags, trekking poles, etc.
  • Entry Permit for Annapurna conservation Area (ACAP)
  • Trekkers' Information Management system (TIMS) card
  • All land transportation: Kathmandu – Pokhara – Kathmandu by deluxe A/C tourist bus and Pokhara – Phedi and Ulleri – Pokhara by private vehicle
  • Insurance and equipments for all guides and porters
  • First aid kit
  • Tax, VAT and our service charge
  • Rescue assistance (In case of emergency, we will organize prompt and professional rescue services. To arrange timely evacuation/rescue by helicopter, you must be well insured from a reliable travel insurance company that covers both helicopter evacuation and medical treatment cost.)
  • Farewell dinner in Kathmandu with live cultural performance at authentic Nepali restaurant on the last evening
  • Souvenirs (t-shirt, mug, pen, bag, etc.)

Not included

  • Personal nature expenses (Telephone calls, internet, toiletries, battery recharge, hot shower, laundry, soft drinks, beers and any alcoholic beverages)
  • Travel insurance
  • Tips for involved staffs
  • Lunch and dinner in Pokhara
  • Meals and hotel accommodation in Kathmandu (even in case of early arrival or late departure, early return from trekking due to any personal reason than the scheduled itinerary)
PLAN AHEAD

Essential trip information

Accommodation

Tea house / Camping

Fitness & eligibility

3

Meeting point

Kathmandu

What to bring

  • Below is a list of equipment and clothing required for trekking. The necessity of these items depends on the type, altitude, timing and destination of trekking. Appropriate trekking gears are not only required for the comfort/pleasure of your trek but also to improve safety factor.  Please have a look over these items in order to fully prepare and thoroughly enjoy the trekking. 
  • General Items:
  • Daypack, Rucksack, Sleeping bag, Duffel bag, Walking Poles, walking boots, sandals, Toiletries (Soaps, Toilet papers, Sanitizers, toothpaste, tooth brush, etc.)
  • Clothing Items:
  • Thermal underwear, Down jacket, Shorts, Trekking trousers, Towels, Woolen gloves, Gaiters, Fleece jacket or Pullover, Wind/water proof jacket, Raincoat, Warm socks
  • Sun-worn Items:
  • Sun hat, Sunglasses, Snow goggles, Sunscreen, Lip balm
  • Gadgets:
  • Headlamp, Flash light, Binoculars, Cameras (chargers and batteries) 
  • Liquid/Snacks:
  • Water bottle/bladder, Water purification Iodine tablets, Energy bars and snacks
  • Medical Essentials:
  • First Aid Kit 
  • Optional:
  • Altimeter, Compass, Binoculars, Books/magazines, GPS, Pocket knife, Candles (for lodges), Notebook with pencil/pen, etc 
  • Additional items for camping trek:
  • Tent, Stove and fuel, Utensils for cooking, eating and drinking, sleeping mattresses
  • Note: We can also provide sleeping bag, down jacket, duffel bag, walking poles, and First Aid Kit in case if you don’t have one. These items are inclusive of total package price. 
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