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Ghorepani Ghandruk Trek - 6 Days

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  • Annapurna Region , Nepal
  • 6 Days
  • Trekking in Nepal
  • 2850m
Ghorepani Ghandruk Trek

Ghorepani Ghandruk Trek

Overview And Highlights

Ghorepani Ghandruk Trek Package is situated at the northwest of Pokhara rests at an altitude of 2012meters. Trekking in this trail begins from Naya Pul exploring picturesque view of mountains, culturally rich and down to earth people.  Gurung are the ethnic group that dominates this place. Extremely magnificent high held mountains, hodgepodge of valleys, Rhododendron forests, and chilly waterfalls are some of the item this place has served you.  This place also bestows us with breathtaking view of Poon hill.

While trekking you pass through small villages settled by Gurung and Magar people, bottomless sub tropical valleys all placed underneath Annapurna and Machhapuchhare range.  You can’t believe your eyes as you see the vivid views of sun mounting above this snow capped Himalayas. Ghandruk offers distinguish panorama of Annapurna south, Machhapuchhare and Hiunchuli.

Traditional Gurung museum which flaunt the local traditional clothes, their culture, the tools used by their ancestors is placed at Ghandruk is also one of the centers of attraction.

The Ghorepani Ghandruk Trek is one of the most popular trekking routes in the Annapurna region of Nepal. It offers breathtaking views of snow-capped mountains, lush forests, picturesque villages, and diverse flora and fauna. Here are some highlights of the Ghorepani Ghandruk Trek:

Scenic Beauty: The trek offers stunning panoramic views of some of the highest peaks in the world, including Annapurna South, Machhapuchhre (Fishtail), Dhaulagiri, Nilgiri, and others.

Cultural Experience: Along the trekking route, you'll encounter traditional Gurung and Magar villages like Ghandruk, where you can experience the local culture, lifestyle, and hospitality. You may get the opportunity to interact with the locals and learn about their customs and traditions.

Rhododendron Forests: The trek passes through beautiful rhododendron forests, especially captivating during the spring season when the rhododendrons are in full bloom, painting the hillsides with vibrant colors.

Poon Hill: Poon Hill (3,210 meters) is one of the highlights of the trek. It's a popular viewpoint offering breathtaking sunrise and sunset views over the Annapurna and Dhaulagiri mountain ranges. The sight of the mountains glowing in the golden hues of the sun is truly mesmerizing.

Charming Villages: Besides Ghandruk, you'll also pass through other charming villages like Ghorepani, Tadapani, and Landruk. These villages provide opportunities to rest, enjoy local cuisine, and interact with villagers.

Diverse Flora and Fauna: The trekking trail goes through lush forests rich in biodiversity. You may encounter various species of birds, butterflies, and if lucky, wildlife such as Himalayan Thar, deer, and even the elusive snow leopard.

Moderate Difficulty: The Ghorepani Ghandruk Trek is considered moderate in terms of difficulty, making it suitable for trekkers of all levels, including beginners. The well-maintained trails and comfortable teahouse accommodations along the route make the trek more accessible.

Accessibility: The trek starts and ends in Nayapul, which is easily accessible from Pokhara, a major tourist hub in Nepal. This makes it convenient for travelers to include the trek as part of their itinerary when visiting Pokhara.

Overall, the Ghorepani Ghandruk Trek offers a perfect blend of natural beauty, cultural immersion, and adventure, making it a memorable experience for trekkers seeking to explore the Himalayas of Nepal.

Day to Day Itinerary

Arrive in Kathmandu airport same day flight to Pokhara

Food
Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Accomodation
Lodge
Elevation
900

From Tribhuban International Airport you will be transferred Domestic airport to fly Pokhara and transfer your hotel. In the afternoon your trekking guide will briefing about the each day program. Today you will receive your Annapurna Conservation Permits and TIMS.

Drive from Pokhara to Nayapul 55km and Trek to Tikedhunga

Food
Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Accomodation
Lodge
Elevation
1540

After having breakfast early in the morning with a one hour drive to Nayapul and you will start your trek to Tikedhunga. At a 30minutes walk from Nayapul you will reach to Birethati, here you have to show your trekking permit and TIMS in the National Park Office. After a short stops, and trail slightly goes Tikedhunga via Burundi Khola, village of Sudame, Mathathati Hille and finally  crossing many beautifully settled hamlets and  reach to Tikedhunga.

Trek from Tikedhunga to Ghorepani

Food
Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Accomodation
Lodge
Elevation
2850

After breakfast the trail slightly drops to Bank of the small river. From here 2 hour climbs uphill to Magar and Gurung settlement village of Ulleri, which is beautiful village placed in the middle of forest from where you can witness the magnificent Annapurna south and other snowy peaks and walking path dead you through Rhododendron  forest to Ghorepani via Nanggethati overnight at lodge

Trek from Ghorepani to Ghandruk via Poon Hill &Tadapani

Food
Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Accomodation
Lodge
Elevation
2090

Early in the morning you climb to Poon hill to witness the enthralling vista of sunrise with Mt Dhaulagiri, Annapurna I, Machhauchhare, Hiunchuli, Nilgiri and Annapurna South in the rear view and hike back to Ghorepani, breakfast. The trail leads about five hours to reach the beautiful village of Tadapani 2660m.The trails slightly go downhill from Tadapani to Bhaise Kharka where you can find some tea house and quick break for tea, coffee and With  2 hours of downhill walk from here you will reach Ghandruk2090m. Here, trekkers are blessed with closest views of Annapurna and Machhauchhare. Celebrate your trekking with Gurung culture and traditions.

Trek from Ghandruk to Pokhara and flight to Kathmandu

Food
Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Accomodation
Hotel
Elevation
900

After morning breakfast the trail leads you downhill for about three hours; the trail has some small tea house. Prolong your walk to reach Birethati. With a half an hour walk arrive to Nayapul with private transport drive back to Pokhara and same day transfer to airport to fly Kathmandu.

Departure for your onwards flight.

Food
Breakfast

Departure for your onwards flight.

What Is Included ?

  • Airport pickup and drop by private car van
  • Two night 3* Category Hotel in Kathmandu and one night in Pokhara on B/B.
  • Three  meals a (Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner) during the trek.
  • All accommodations during the trek.(toilet will be outside from your room)
  • Office paper works Annapurna National park entry permit & Trekking information management system (Tims) permit.
  • Flight from Kathmandu to Pokhara and  Kathmandu
  • A helpful, knowledgeable, friendly,well English speaking  trained, government license holder guide With all his salary, food, drinks,accommodation and insurance.
  • A Strong, helpful porter with proper equipment (one porter for two people).
  • Medical supplies (first aid kit will be available).
  • All government taxes and office expenses.
  • farewell dinner with Nepali family
  • Trekking route map
  • T-shirt/Pasmina

What Is Excluded?

  • Nepal entry visa fee (you may easily issue the visa upon your arrival at International Airport Kathmandu. You need 2 passport size photos and $40 dollar
  • International airfare/Your Travel insurance
  • Lunch/ Dinner in Kathmandu/pokhara
  • Tea/Coffee/bottles drinks/ Sweet things
  • Camera’s  battery charge during the trek

Note: Above Itinerary can be customized as per client  interest and time frame

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FAQs

Yes, you can get it in Tribhuvan International Airport in Kathmandu. As you arrive to airport fill the form and proceed to the visa line. You have to pay 30US$ for 15 days of visa from the day of issue, 50US$ for 30days and 150US$ for 90 days of tourist visa. For this you have to bring two passport size photos.

There are enough airline companies operating daily flights from Middle East of Kathmandu. Kathmandu only has got only international airport in Nepal.

For coming to Nepal you should have both medical and Rescue evacuation insurance. Yes you can get it here, but we recommend purchasing it in your country itself.

In Nepal it rains a lot between Junes to August. You too can enjoy great treks during this period of year in rain shadow region. But if you planning for more popular trek autumn through spring is the best time.

Nepal has modern banking facilities having branches of some international bank.  Almost all foreign currency along with credit card such as American Express, Visa and Master card are accepted. Nepal also has ATM facilities.

We suggest you to book your trip in advance to avoid the disappointment. We too will make an effort to accommodate last minute bookings.

Yes, our agency representative will pick you from airport. We will be displaying our placard of Adventure Nepal Eco Treks with your name on it.

This depends on the destination you will be at. However our trip profile will give you information about how to budget form additional meals, optional excursions and extra expenses that might occur in any specific trip.

Since we are Nepal based company we refer to arrange your international flights from your home town. But domestic flight ticket will be included in our package. Other help like river rafting, city guided tour, mountain flight, jungle safari will be provided according to your necessities.

It depends; if you’re comparatively fit and enjoy walking then you will definitely find a trekking route to suite you. Obviously shorter trek are easier and longer ones require a better standard of fitness. If you want to go somewhere then we are ready to tailor the tour for you as you can choose the pace.

If you are in good physical condition then you do not require any hiking experience for short trekking. But if you are planning for the longer ones then you should do long day hikes at your home.

Completely, we assure the safety and security of the women travelling with us. We will give you a personal room on lodge and personal tent for camping while trekking.

Permit is not required for trekking in Everest, Annapurna, Langtang and some other regions. However, conservation permits or National park permits are required. There are few restricted trekking areas in Nepal where trekking permits are required.

All the meals are prepared with high standards of hygiene, fruit and vegetables are soaked in iodine before preparation. Most of lodges serve boiled and filter water which is safe. It is also possible to buy the bottle of mineral water in the trek.

All of our guides are trained with first aid and have basic idea about the physical problems that may arise during trekking. If an emergency occur then we will cover initial expenses of rescue operation as these expenses will need to be recovered from your insurance company. For minor cases there are health posts established by foreign doctors and many are staffed by overseas personnel.

You need to pay 20% of total price as advance deposit to conform reservation before arriving to Nepal. Rest of the payment can be paid after arrival day in Kathmandu Nepal

You can bring power bars, cereal bars and similar high energy foods, powder Gatorade is also recommended to fight dehydration.

In the way in many villages along the popular trekking routes you can find telephones from where you can make international calls.

Yes our company insures all of our trekking staff including guide, cook, Sherpa and porters.

Trip Reviews (1)

We were a group of 6 that trekked the Ghorepani-Ghandruk region with Adventure Nepal Eco Treks and the trip was nothing but excellent. From the start Devi attended to our every concern via email a few months before our trip and we were thoroughly impressed with his level of attention and care to all our emails.

 

“Amazing trip experience, superb guides and service, and great value from a local company”

15th Mar, 2022



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