Ghorepani Ghandruk Trek

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Ghorepani Ghandruk Trek

8 Days Starting and ending in Kathmandu 44600, Nepal

Visiting: Kathmandu, Pokhara, Tikhedhunga- तिखेढुँगा, Ghode Pani, Poon Hill

Tour operator:

Nepal Trekking Routes Pvt. Ltd

Tour code:

NTR03

Guide Type:

Fully Guided

Group size:

1 - 18

Physical rating:

Low

Age range:

10-75

Special diets catered:

Vegetarians, Vegans, Meat, Gluten Free

Tour operated in:

English

Private Available:

From:

$740

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Tour Overview

Ghorepani Ghandruk trek lies in Gandaki Province between the lake city Pokhara and the northern Himalayas. This trek is named after two Gurung ethnic villages dwelt by the Brave Gurkhas in the popular Annapurna region. Most of the male members of these villages are involved in the British and Indian Army, so-called the Gurkhas. Walking along the easy trekking trail through the lush oak and rhododendron forests, you can have a mesmerizing view of the Himalayas. The snow-capped peaks of Annapurna (8,091 m) Massif and Dhaulagiri (8,0167 m) Massif are the incredible gifts of this trek. Mt. Machhapuchhre (6,993 m), Mt. Nilgiri, and Singa Chuli add up to something to the unforgettable trekking in Nepal in the Pokhara Valley.

Highlights

Ethnic Gurung village known as brave Gurkhas village.
Splendid views of mountains like Annapurna, Dhaulagiri, Machhapuchhre and other peaks
Easy and short trek.

Places You'll See

Ghorepani Ghandruk Trek

Itinerary

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Day 1 : Arrival In Kathmandu

Location: Kathmandu

Accommodation: Hotel

On the arrival day, the team member of Nepal Trekking Routes receives you at the Kathmandu Airport. Afterward, you will be transferred to the hotel that is reserved for your accommodation.

Day 2 : Drive To Pokhara

Location: Pokhara

Accommodation: Hotel

Meals Included: Breakfast

After breakfast at the hotel, the roadway journey to Pokhara begins in a private jeep or tourist coach. Enjoying the stunning vistas of the snow-capped peaks of Manaslu region and Ganesh Himal Ranges, you continue the trip. While moving further along the Prithvi Highway, you can also have the alluring vistas of forests and small trading centers as well. After reaching Pokhara, you can visit the most important places natural and cultural attractions. The nightlife of the Lakeside is really worth experiencing.

Day 3 : Drive To Nayapool And Trek To Tikhedhunga.

Location: Tikhedhunga- तिखेढुँगा

Accommodation: Homestay

Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

You begin the drive towards Nayapul from the hotel after having your breakfast. It takes nearly one and a half hours to cover 42 kilometers in a private jeep or tourist bus. You begin Ghorepani Ghandruk trek from Nayapul. By walking past the terraced farmlands with various seasonal crops and vegetables, you reach Birethanti. Moving ahead, you can see a small natural spring before you reach Sudami Village and then Hile Village. Enjoying the wonderful landscapes and mountain ethnic villages of Annapurna region, you continue up to Tikhedhunga.

Some trekkers move further up to Ulleri Village for the night station. Ulleri is a large village inhabited by Magar ethnic communities in which most of the males work in the British and Indian Army. Sometimes, it is also called the Village of the Brave Gurkhas.

Day 4 : Trek To Ghorepani

Location: Ghode Pani

Accommodation: Homestay

Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

After having breakfast, you move forward by following the 3,000-stone staircases up to Ulleri Village. Then, following the uphill trail, you reach Banthati where you can have your lunch at some hotels. After that, the trail runs through some cultivated lands and next through the lush oak and rhododendron forests. If you are doing this trek in spring, the forests look just like a bride on her wedding day as the rhododendron flowers cover them. To reach the final destination of the day, you go across Nangethati by enjoying the rhododendron in spring and the icy trail in winter.

Day 5 : Trek To Poonhill And Ghandruk Via Tadapani.

Location: Poon Hill

Accommodation: Homestay

Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Today is the most thrilling day of the entire Ghandruk Ghorepani trek itinerary. Early in the morning, you start Ghorepani Poon Hill trek to have the best sunrise view of the snowy peaks of the Annapurna (8.091 m) and Dhaulagiri (8,0167 m) Massifs. This trek is also known as Annapurna Sunrise View Trek as you can have the breathtaking views of the High Himalayas.

Dhaulagiri (8167 m), Annapurna South (7119 m), Fishtail (6993 m), Nilgiri south, Singa chuli, Annapurna I (8091 m) and many more peaks unleash their incredible beauty in the early sunrise. After capturing the lifelong memory in the camera and the mind, you continue to walk towards Ghandruk for the night settlement. The trail to Tadapani from Poon Hill is uphill and downhill going through the dense oak and rhododendron forests.

It is comparatively easy and short trekking day of the whole Annapurna region trekking. By following the well-defined trail. After reaching there, you have a few interesting things to see. Ghandruk is one of the largest Gurung Villages of the Gandaki region and most of the males are serving in the British and Indian Army. These warriors by birth are recognized and revered with the title ‘the Brave Gurkhas’ who prefer death to surrender!

You can visit the Gurung Museum which has protected all the traditional tools and commodities used by this ethnic community. There you can have firsthand knowledge about the Gurung costumes, customs, and history of long back. Similarly, there is the office of the Annapurna Conservation Area Project (ACAP). Enjoy the typical Gurung cuisines for your lifelong memory!

Day 6 : Trek Back To Nayapool And Drive To Pokhara

Location: Pokhara

Accommodation: Hotel

Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch

Today is the last day of trekking in the popular Annapurna region. After having breakfast, the journey back to Nayapul moves along the cultivated farmlands. By enjoying the amazing landscapes, you walk past Syauli Bazaar to arrive at Nayapul. From there, you drive in a private jeep or a local bus to reach lake city Pokhara. In the leisure time, you can explore the remaining touristic places.

Day 7 : Driva Back To Kathmandu

Location: Kathmandu

Accommodation: Hotel

Meals Included: Breakfast

After having breakfast, you begin the retreat journey by driving along the Prithvi Highway. You drive along the banks of the Marsyangdi River and the Trishuli River witnessing the captivating landscapes. When you arrive in Kathmandu, the representative of the agency relocates you to the hotel. In your leisure time, you can visit around the tourist hub, Thamel to purchase some tokens of love for your people back in your home country. In the evening, we organize a farewell dinner program at a cultural restaurant somewhere around the Thamel area.

Day 8 : Onward Departure.

Location: Tribhuvan International Airport

Meals Included: Breakfast

In this way, you have come to the end of the Ghorepani Ghandruk trek 10 days itinerary. The crew member of the agency escorts you up to Kathmandu Airport as per your flight time.

What's Included

Accommodation

3-star level hotel in Kathmandu and Pokhara Tea house accommodation during the trek.
Airport Transfers at Destination
Fully Guided
Local Taxes
Meals – Full Board

What's Not Included

Entrance Fees
Country Entry Visas
Tipping and Gratuities
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Reviews of this Operator

Stillian

An Amazing Everest trek

16-Nov-2022

Nepal Trekking Routes Team is really amazing. From the moment we arrived to the moment plane took off Kathmandu on the way back, we have been enjoying flawless trip organization, and honest and discrete service provided by friendly and knowledgeable personnel. A week spent on the trails stands up with amazing views, balanced physical activities, well-considered tea-house selection, and excellent food: an unforgettable experience with new friends.

best trekking company

Mark Engelbrecht

Truly First Class service!

09-Nov-2022

I just recently returned from the Everest Base Camp trek organized by Shailesh Pokharel and Nepal Trekking Routes. A most amazing experience, from the very first contact made with this company till the very end! After making contact with Nepal Trekking Route Shailesh, the CEO, was in constant contact with me - offering advice and information. The welcome we received was outstanding as was the constant attention from him and his staff. Our Guide and porter continued in the provision of excellent service which is clearly ingrained in the ethos of this company - I cannot fault them on any account. Our trip was amazing and was made truly comfortable and rewarding due mostly to the guidance and care shown by our guide, Na Win - a truly remarkable person who was completely comfortable in this harsh terrain. This made us feel comfortable and safe. After the epic journey, Shailesh continued to provide excellent follow-up service until he personally dropped us off at the airport - nothing was too much trouble for him. I can highly recommend Nepal Trekking Routes and I would like to take the opportunity to thank the team for making our trip a memorable experience

A most Amazing Experience of Everest base camp trek

Jessica

Incredible Trekking Experience in Everest base camp trek

16-Nov-2022

Being a part of the Nepal trekking routes family for our trek to Everest base camp was incredible. I can't wait to do it all over again in November. Such warm professional people! Thankyou

Nepal Trekking Routes best trekking Company

Lee-Ann Gottani

Best trekking throughout Annapurna and Everest base camp trek

14-Nov-2022

Having done three treks throughout Annapurna & Everest Base Camp with Shailesh over the past two years, I can honestly say Nepal Trekking Routes are incredibly professional, very experienced, and completely trustworthy. From the moment you arrive, they will go above and beyond to ensure your adventure is not only safe but incredibly rewarding. Annapurna is a truly breathtaking trek that I loved so much I have done it twice now. Shailesh also takes great pride in helping his home village and local school, so when you support Nepal Trekking Routes you also support his local community. Do yourself a favor and visit this amazing country and trust Shailesh and his team of experienced locals to ensure your visit is a wonderful experience that you will forever cherish. I look forward to coming back for my fourth trek soon.

Incredible scenery, excellent guides & porters - A truly wonderful country

SofieLjungstrom

Best Nepal Trekking Ever

16-Nov-2022

Ok, so I have been traveling a lot. In saying that I just came back from one of my top experiences ever. Trekking the mountains of Himalayas while learning and practicing yoga, meditation as well as embracing the spiritual aspects of this world and beyond was both challenging and soothing. Coming from someone that is new to practicing yoga, I would say that this trek is suitable for both beginners and more advanced practitioners as the Yoga teacher Jessica (who by the way is awesome) adapts the class depending on the students. The trek was organized by Shailesh Pokharel from Nepal Trekking Routes as well as Jessica Noifeld from Middle Path Movement. I experienced both as very professional who made me feel very welcome and safe. Not to be forgotten is the guide Na Win who took care of us along the way as well as Rajib and Rajib who carried our equipment. All three of them making us feel like home in the mountains! There has been many laugh, tears (there are a few suspension bridges along the path), and joyful moments along the way making this a trek that I highly recommend for all of you adventure seekers out there! Om Mani Padme Hum.

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