Annapurna Ghorepani Trek
| Starts from : Drive : - KTM - Pokhara | Grade : Easy Trek | Price: N/A
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| End at : Pokhara | Duration : 8 Days |
Annapurna Ghorepani trek is the fascinating and easy walking short trek lies the north of Pokhara with the splendid view of the majestic mountains. Basically this trek covers 8 days but who has the plenty of time can enjoy in Pokhara city as well as the trek. There are two options one is flight to Pokhara and other is driving to Pokhara from Kathmandu hiring a tourist bus and stay one night to Pokhara the second city of Nepal from here the beautiful Annapurna range may be visible if the weather is clear. The shadow of Mt. fish tail can be visible ob the Fewa Lake if the weather is clear.
We spend a night at Pokhara and drive to Nayapul next morning which takes one and half hour the starting trek point. But the way to this trek goes in a circle. A show trek upwards gives yo the variable characteristics of the nature following the different groups culture and customs. Now the trek proceed to Thikhe Dunga for a night holiday the next morning we climb to Ulleri village and Bhanthati through the rhododendron forest but in spite of this other different kinds of flowers are there on march, april and in may. In the clear weather we can see the splendid view of the Himalayan range of Annapurna, Dhaulagiri, Machhapurchhe and Hiunchuli from Ghorepani. To reach the view point tower to see the sunrise we have to walk at least 45 minutes. From where we can see the fabulous natural scenery as well as the view of Dhaulagiri, Machhapurchhere, Hiunchuli and many more mountains. This is the place from where you can see the majestic mountains throughout in your life.
| Day 1 | Arrive at Tribhuvan International Airport & Transfer to Hotel. Namaste and welcome to Nepal, You’ll be met and assisted at the airport by our local representatives who will arrange your transfer and check in to your hotel. your hotel. |
| Day 2 | Drive Kathmandu To Pokhara. (820m) O/N Pokhara Hotel Today we drive to Pokhara (200km), approximately seven hours away by tourist bus (a flight is available at an additional charge and takes around 40 minutes). We will be arriving late afternoon at Pokhara, an enchanting Himalayan Valley of remarkable beauty. We can explore its scenic land on bicycle or on foot as well as taking a boat out on Phewa Lake while the Annapurna mountains gaze down at us. |
| Day 3 | Pokhara – Tikhe Dhunga (1540m) After breakfast we drive to Nayapul (48 km.) 1.5 hours by vehicle over hilly ridges of Lumle/Kande and walk about 20 minutes to Birethanti, a large and prosperous town. Beyond a pasture used by pony caravans the trail reaches Sudami where we have Lunch. After lunch climb steadily up the side of the valley, reaching Hile at 1495m near by Tikhe Dhunga. Along the way various hamlets offer ample camping possibilities but if Ghorepani is the objective for the next day it is better to push on to Tikhe Dhunga. O/N at Tikhe Dhunga. |
| Day 4 | Tikhe Dhunga – Ghorepani. (2860m) O/N Ghorepani. O/N Ghorepani Breakfast served in the morning around 7am. From Tikhe Dhunga the trail crosses a stream (Bhurungdi Khola) on a suspension bridge to start the long steep climb to the large Magar village Uleri at 2070m. Above the village the trail climbs gently through pastures and cultivated fields. There are magnificent rhododendron and oak forests and we lunch in Nangethanti. Thanti is a Nepali words meaning “rest house”. In the winter the trail can be covered with show. From Nangethanti about one hours walking to Ghorepani at 2848m. Arrive at the top of the Ghorepani pass and camp there. O/N in Ghorepani. |
| Day 5 | Ghorepani – Tadapani. (2630m) O/N Tadapani We will visit the popular viewpoint of the region, Poon Hill (3193 meters). You will wake up early in the morning at about 5am and get ready to go. It takes about 50 minutes to reach the small flat top. You will see the sun gradually rise on the mountains and the views are breathtaking. The mountain peaks you will see are Annapurna I, Annapurna South, Tukuche, Nilgiri, Hiunchuli, Dhaulagiri I, and glaciers. Afterwards we begin walking from here on the long trail from Ghorepani to Tadapani. The trail continues through Ghorepani pass, known as Deurali and it finally emerges on a grassy knoll that offers good mountain views, including a view of Macchapucchre. Keep climbing along the ridge in pine and rhododendron forests to a crest at 3,030 meters. Descend to the second pass, also called Deurali. Ghandrung trail descends, passing through the village of Banthanti and finally reaches the village of Tadapani. Walking takes approximately about 5 hours to reach this village. |
| Day 6 | Tadapani – Ghandruk. (1940m) Ghandrung is a huge Gurung village considered to be a second largest village in Nepal. The trek from Tadapani to Ghandrung is beautiful going through mixed-forest regions. The trails are sometimes very high, and you can see the valley down for about 400 meters. Mainly Gurung people inhabit the area and many of them are ex-British Gurkha soldiers. The village is beautiful and has frontal views of Machhapuchhre and Hiunchuli. |
| Day 7 | Ghandruk – Pokhara. (820m) O/N Pokhara Hotel After breakfast head down the trail descending steeply to the village of Phedi from where you will take a coach to Pokhara, which is about a 30 minute drive. This is the end of our beautiful trek and your guide will check you into your hotel. Rest in the hotel and enjoy a proper shower! O/N Pokhara Hotel |
| Day 8 | Drive Pokhara – Kathmandu (flight available at a supplement) The drive from Pokhara takes around six hours while the flight is about 40 minutes. If flying, try to find a place on the left side of the plane so you can have a last glimpse of the mighty Annapurna’s. Airport transfer either tonight or tomorrow is included. |
Return transfers from International and Domestic airport to your hotel, one night stay in Kathmandu Hotel, all government taxes and national park entry fee, TIMS Card (Trekking Management System), required number of experience english speaking guide and supporters, guide and supporters daily (wages/insurances/trekking equipments & all food and accommodation), airport taxes, your all accommodation on trek, emergency first aid kid to be carried by supporters. necessary transportation by tourist coach
All meal in Kathmandu city, Tips for your guide and supporter staffs, your all food (Lunch/Dinner/Breakfast) on trek, rescue charge if needed, our company can arrange it (You have adequate travel insurance to cover any emergency situation), Internal flight ticket for clients, additional medication for altitude (Acetozolomide etc), personal expenses with any kind of unforeseen expenses.
Nepal has four climatic seasons
* Spring : March-May
* Summer: June-August
* Autumn: September-November
* Winter: December-February.
There is no seasonal constraint on travelling in and through Nepal. Even in December and January, when the winter is at its severest, there are compensating bright sun and brilliant views. The monsoon season does affect the summer months, so be wary that trekking can be hazardous, although there are some regions that are actually best visited at this time – please see our list of treks for more information.
Personal Equipments Check List For All Treks
- Good standard trekking boots
- Camp shoes or thongs
- Socks-polypropylene
- Down Jacket
- Fleece
- T-shirts (cotton not ideal)
- Trekking trousers (avoid jeans, something with lots of pockets preferable)
- Shorts, both casual and for trekking on hot days
- Swim wear
- Sun Hat
- Woollen Hat
- Nylon Windbreaker
- Gloves
- Gaters
- Strong Rucksack
- Sleeping Bag
- Water Bottle
- Torch/headlamp (with spare batteries)
- Toiletries/soap
- Toilet paper
- Cigarette Lighter (to burn toilet paper when necessary)
- Sun block
- Travel Towel
- Wet-wipes
- Medication (cough medicine, throat soothers, water purification tablets)
- Sunglasses
- Binoculars
- Camera & lenses
- Memory cards
- GPS Unit may be helpful
- Altimeter
- Compass
- Book/music player/pack of cards
- Padlock
- A plastic bag is always useful for waste
- Energy sweets/chocolate bars
These are the equipments necessary for Climbing Period: -
(Warm Down Jacket, down sleeping bag, down paints, Koflach Shoes, Trekking shoes and sandal, crampons - most fit perfectly, Gaiters, Ice Axe, Jumar, Ice Screw, Rock, Picton, Snow Bar, 2 locking Carabiners, Glove, sun Glasses, Head Light, Helmet, Rope, Stove, Harness, Figure -8, Gore - Tax Jacket with hood)
Travel Insurances: -
Travel Insurances is compulsory have with our clients of trekking or climbing which cover ambulance and helicopter rescue if necessary while you are in accident or any sickness injury. It's not easy traveling without your travel insurances to Nepal. So for it, we always strongly recommended for everyone who are happy taking Peace Nepal Treks services during your stay in Nepal. your insurances most have to coverage with Helicopter rescue or ambulance include with medical services before you buying insurances which need to be Peace Nepal Treks program agreed. This personal travel insurances need to be with you along your traveling time of Nepal or please send us your copy to us which makes easier to support you any difficulties.
