Ghandruk Trekking

Trip Highlights:

Country:
Nepal

Duration:
8 Days / 7 Nights

Grade:
Easy

Max Altitude:
3180m / 10433ft

Best:
mar - may / sep - dec

Max. Group Size:
2 -30

Hotel: Star Hotel & Lodge

Transportation:

Private vehicle service

Overview:

“Ghandruk Trekking – Explore Nepal’s iconic Homestay Village”

Ghandruk Trekking journey is easy and beautiful. It is cultural, natural and local too. Moreover, the village of Ghandruk is on the way to Poon Hill as well as Annapurna Base Camp. There are numerous side trips which trekkers can do from the destination. If you are looking to get repose from your daily chores of life then book the trekking.

People of Ghandruk are ordinary but with extraordinary sense of hospitality. The root of these Gurung /Magar /Chhetris /Dalits/ Brahmins people are very strong. It is an open museum to understand their rich culture and traditions. Majority of people living in the area are Gurung.

Development is good as well as curse for any touristic destination. Ghandruk is the prime example of this latest trend in Nepal. Ghandruk Trekking route used to be the most prolific short walking trail in an entire Annapurna Region. However, the construction of Road connecting the village of Ghandruk and Pokhara had ruined the fun. To revive this beautiful walking trail people of village, Nepal Government and Tourism Board initiated to create a new trail. Henceforth, this new trail gives vibes of old trekking route as well.

Journey of Ghandruk Trekking starts with the private vehicle drive to Nayapool. Trekkers start to walk once they cross the Modi Khola and continue walking along the bank of the River. One hour from Birethanti the trail is uphill all the way to Ghandruk.

Green lush forests and terraced farmlands along the way make it diverse for trekkers. The scenery of mountains and the cascading hills definitely help trekkers forget the pain of walking uphill.

Cultural program hosted by the people of Ghandruk is the highlight of the trekking. Trekkers can fully participate in this cultural program and relish the clamorous lifestyle of locals. Folk songs and local delicacies help trekkers to fully immerse into the life of Gurungs.

Early in the morning scenery of sun rising from the casement of lofty snowcapped mountains does the icing on the cake. The journey is very much joyous. It is less challenging rather it is pleasing trekking route. Every age group of people can trek on this trail.

Itinerary:

Day 1

Arrival day

Our Everest Buddha Treks p. Ltd. representative will pick you up from Tribhuvan International Airport and transfer you to 3 Star hotel. Our office guide will explain the detailed procedure of our trip. You will then rest and stay overnight.

Day 2

Sightseeing around UNESCO listed world heritage sites around Kathmandu valley

On this day, we visit UNESCO listed world heritage sites including holy Pashupatinath Temple which is biggest pilgrimage site for Hindus, Boudhanath Stupa & Swayambhunath which are pilgrimage site for Buddhist and Kathmandu Durbar Square which is full of arts and culture with wood carving on it. We move back to hotel for rest and overnight.

Day 3

Drive to Pokhara, 5-6 hours of time, 204 km drive

After breakfast, our office staff will pick you up from hotel and drive you to Pokhara by private vehicle service. The journey is long covering 204 km distance in 6-7 hours travel time. We drop you to the hotel for rest. You can roam nearby nearby hotel at evening at your will. Today's log ends with overnight at hotel.

Day 4

Drive to Birethanti, 2 hours drive and trek to Ghandruk, 5 hours trek.

After breakfast, Drive to Birethanti 45 kms and start the trek along the stream. It is a beautiful but steep walk passing by waterfalls and Magar villages to the Ghandrung. Stay overnight over there with the beautiful views of Ghandrung.

Day 5

Trek to Pothana, 6 hours trek.

After having breakfast we descent down through stone steps of Ghandruk village past several tea houses. After crossing a stream on a suspension bridge, the trail drops in to the Modi Khola valley and reaches Landruk-Tolka and ascent couple of hour to Pothana.

Day 6

Trek back to Nayapul, 4-5 hours trek and drive to Pokhara, 2 hours drive

We start trekking after breakfast. The trail follows through rhododendron forest before arriving Dhampus, it is inhabited by a mix of people: Gurung, Brahmin, Magar communities. From here trail is mostly downhill through forest to Phedi. From here, it takes only 30 minutes drive to reach Pokhara.

Day 7

Drive back to Kathmandu, 5-6 hours drive

After breakfast, we check out from hotel and return back to Kathmandu covering 204 km distance in 5-6 hours travel time. After arriving to Kathmandu, we then stay at hotel for rest and overnight. You can also enjoy doing some last minute shopping around Thamel area.

Day 8

Departude day

Today is departure day. Our office representative will pick you up from hotel and drop you to the Tribhuwan International Airport for departure leaving you memorable memory of our trip.

Cost Details:

Group Size:	Cost Per Person	Offer Price
1pax	$ 749	N / A

What's Included:

Airport Pick Up / Drop service
All ground transportation service by private vehicle
Star Hotel accommodation service
Tea house accommodation during trek
All meals (Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner) during trek
Sightseeing Kathmandu by Licensed English speaking Tour guide
All necessary paperwork and trekking permits (National Park Permit, TIMS)
An experienced, english-speaking and government-licensed trek leader and assistant trek leader (4 trekkers: 1 assistant guide)
Porter service (2 trekkers= 1 porter)
Staff costs including their salary, insurance, equipment, domestic airfare and food and accommodation
Medical kit (carried by your trek leader)
All government and local taxes
Office service charge

What's Excluded:

International airfare and Nepal entry visa fee
Travel and rescue insurance
Personal expenses and gear
Extra night accommodation in Kathmandu because of early arrival, late departure, early return than sceeduled itinerary
Tips for guide, Driver and staff
Others not mentioned in "What's Included"

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How to obtain visa to travel to Nepal?

You can obtain “VISA” to Nepal through embassy or other diplomatic mission to your country. You can also obtain visa at entry points to Nepal or at the airport in the immigration for merely $40. The extension of visa requires an additional payment of $30. Do not forget to carry some passport size photos with you.

I want to go on a trek. What is the best time and place for it?

Everything you want to do is time and cost specific. Besides, your experience in trekking will also matter. There is wide range of options in Nepal if you want to explore. If you arrive in proper season, that is, between September to November (Autumn Season) and March to May (Spring Season), you might just experience something that you will be able to cherish for the lifetime. The shortest of trek can be Ghorepani Poon Hill trek, Langtang Helambu Trek or the Annapurna Circuit. The Everest trek and the full Annapurna sanctuary Trek can be ideal if you have a little more time. Finally, if you are looking for something that’s longer and more challenging, you’re looking at Kanchanjunga or Makalu area Trek.

What are the best trekking routes?

Annapurna Circuit, Annapurna Basecamp, Everest Basecamp, Dhaulagiri Circuit, Manaslu Circuit and Kanchanjunga are the most popular trekking routes in Nepal.

Should I trek with an agency or should I trek alone?

Trekking alone can be a good experience if you are familiar with the terrain and have quite a few experiences in the area. Nobody can drag you down, and you can move at your own pace savoring the pleasant sceneries around to you. However, if it is your first experience or so, you might want to travel in group or with an agency. Should situations like medical emergencies, isolation due to disasters, etc. occur, having a group can be a matter of relief. If you have no group and you’re all by yourselves, you can hire a porter or a guide.

Is communication to our home country possible while on a trek or climb?

Nepal’s communication facilities are getting day by day, and most portions of trekking routes have mobile phone coverage. In case of a climb, VHF or satellite phones are available at the base camp. In both cases, weather can play an important role in communication.