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.

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"