Trek near Pokhara |Ghandruk Trek

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$ 40

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$260

Overview

Difficulty

Easy

Age requirement

Starting point

Pokhara

Country

Nepal

Style

Active, Adult, Family, Guided Trip, Private Tour, Tea House

Activity

Hiking, Trekking

Best season

Jan - June, Sept - Nov

Maximum Altitude

2012m

Trek near Pokhara. Ghandruk Trek 3 days 2 night is the best trek for those who want to see the Himalayas in a close distance, but has time bound .

Ghandruk trek is an easy and short hiking trip to Annapurna conservation area. This trek is most popular for wonderful Gurung culture. The beautiful village, geographical differences and the fantastic views of the mountains of Annapurna (7219 m), Machhapuchhare (6993 m) and Himchuli (6411 m).

We design this Ghandruk Trek 3 days 2 night because we believe a lot of trekkers do not have enough time. Though they wants to experience the best in Annapurna region. Ghandruk Village is the perfect choice for those traveller as it is the most picturesque village in the Annapurna regions.

Highlight of Ghandruk treks are:

Hike to Gurung villages through forests of rhododendron, sandalwood, and pine.
Get to know the cultural and culinary highlights of Kathmandu
Enjoy views of alpine lakes, fields, and mountains—including Annapurna South

This is one of Nepal’s best short treks, with no difficult ascends/descends. This short but sweet trek takes three to four days, bringing you into the foothills of the Himalayas. Taking you through picturesque villages while offering epic Himalayan views

If you are looking at more challenging short treks in Pokhara. You can consider to do the Poon Hill Trek 3 days , with maximum altitude of 3210 m.

Ghandruk Trek Itinerary

Day 1: Pokhara – Ghandruk Village (2012m)

Day 2: Ghandruk - Pothana (1900m)

Day 3: Pothana to Pokhara (820m)

Itinerary

Day 1: Pokhara – Ghandruk Village (2012m)

Duration

8 hours

Transportation

Car, Walking

Meal

L|D

Accommodation

Homestay

Visit the most picturesque village in the Annapurna regions – Ghandruk Village

08.00am: Pick up from your hotel in Pokhara, transfer to Nayapol. NOTE: 1.5 hours’ drive from Pokhara.

09.30am: Arrive in Nayapol (1070m). Begin the trek. NOTE: You will need to show your TIMS & Annapurna Conservation Area Project Permit (ACAP) at Birethanti (1025m) to enter the Annapurna region. Your trek starts from here to Ghandruk Village.

11.30am: Arrive at Syauli Bazar (1170m). You will have your lunch here.

12.30pm: After lunch, continue the trek to Ghandruk Village.

01.30pm: Arrive in Kyumi (1340m) and continue the trek to Ghandruk village.

02.30pm: Arrive at Ghandruk village, check in hotel.

We will have a Gandruk village tour. We will bring you to see the museum, library, schools, etc. It is one of the most beautiful villages in the Annapurna region.
Dinner will be served at your hotel.

Day 2: Ghandruk - Pothana (1900m)

Duration

6-7 hours

Transportation

Hiking

Meal

B|L|D

Accommodation

Tea House

Highlights: Experience local living in the hilly regions.

08.00am: Breakfast at your hotel.

09.00am: Check out hotel. Start the downhill trek to New Bridge. NOTE: It is about an hour’s downhill trek through Ghandruk Village. You will be able to take lots of photosof the mountains, typical Ghandruk Village and locals. You will be amazed to see how happy these people are living in such a hilly region.

11.00am: Arrive at New Bridge. You will again start an uphill trek to Landruk for about 1 hour. This uphill trek will test your physical fitness.

12.00pm: Arrive in Landruk (1565m). You will have your tea break here in Landruk. You will have a nice view of Annapurna South from here. Continue the trek to Tolka after the tea break

02.00pm: Arrive at Tolka (1700m). You will have your lunch in Tolka

03.00pm: Continue the trek to Pothana after the lunch break

4.00pm: Arrive in Pothana (2100m). Overnight at Pothana. NOTE: Dinner in the teahouse at Pothana.

Day 3: Pothana to Pokhara (820m)

Duration

6-7 hours

Transportation

Car, Walking

Meal

B|L

Accommodation

N/A

Highlights: Visiting the scenic landscape of Annapurna region.

08.00am: Breakfast at your lodge.

09.00am: Check out from the lodge and begin the downhill trek to Pokhara through the beautiful village of this area such as Dhampus, Astham and Dhital.

10.00am: Arrive at Dhampus village. NOTE: This is the most picturesque village in the Annapurna region. We will pass by this beautiful village.

11.00am: Arrive at Hyanjakot. During walk, you will have beautiful mountain views on your left. Continue the trek to Pokhara.

12.30pm: Arrive at Dhital and continue the trek to Milan Chowk.

02.00pm: Arrive at Milan Chowk. You will be transfered to Pokhara by car/local transportation.

02.30pm: Arrive at your hotel. Get fresh and we will take you out for a nice lunch. NOTE: Your trek tour ends after lunch.

Price & Terms

US$ 260 per person (Based on 2 persons) The price quote is based on 2 people per trip. We offer special price for group consisting more than 2 persons.

What is included?

All accommodation in lodges/tea houses during the treks.
All land transportation
- Pick up from your hotel in Pokhara and transfer to trekking starting point.
- Pick up from trekking ending point and transfer to your hotel in Pokhara.
All meals stated in the itinerary.
- Breakfast x2
- Lunch x3
- Dinner x2
1 trekking guide & 1 porter (maximum 20kg luggage) will be provided during your treks.
Salary, accommodations & meals for trekking guide and porter.
First aids kits, water purifier tablets & all necessities required in the mountains.
TIMS & Conservation project fees (Compulsory USD40 per person).
23% VAT (Government tax and service charge).

What is not included?

Personal expenses.
Items that mentioned as your own expenses.
Travel Insurance.
Tipping.

Important Notes

Important Notes

Time schedules in the itinerary are for reference. Changes of time and schedule will be advised by your tour guide depending on the situation, weather conditions, and road conditions during the tour.
Customers have to write in email for confirmation.
Payment phases:
- 50% upon Confirmation,
- 50% upon Pick up from your hotel.
Please note that the itineraries are subject to change. The schedule will always depend on the time available and weather conditions. Some of them can be cancelled without prior notice. There will be no refund upon cancellation if the guest does not keep to the agreed upon time, or if there are bad weather conditions.
Any request for changes will be charged accordingly.

How to book?

Please fill the form below.

We kindly request that you fill in the online booking form. Otherwise, just provide us answers to the following questions directly through our email address sales@eyesonnepal.com

Subject: Ghandruk Trek 3 days 2 night
Name:
Preferred date of the tour:
Number of pax:
Hotel name (for pick up and drop off arrangements):

Once we receive your details, we will reply you with a proposed itinerary and official quotation.

If you are satisfied with our itinerary and quotation, kindly send us your confirmation via email.
We will then issue the Confirmation Order and Invoice to you.
Following this, you should make a 50% deposit to us via PayPal or to our bank account.
50% deposit will be paid by your side via either PayPal or bank in to our Nepal Company account. The remaining amount can be deposited after arriving in Nepal.
We will issue the official payment receipt to you once we receive the payment.

Days

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$ 40

Price from

$260