Ghandruk Village Trek
Short and easy journey in the Annapurna region of Nepal
Trip Overview:
Location
Nepal
Region
Annapurna
Max-Elevation
2,100 m
Duration
9 days
Accommodation
Hotel/Lodge
Best Seasons
Spring and Autumn
Group
Min. 1 Pax
Difficulty
Easy
Start Point
Kathmandu
End Point
Kathmandu
Permit
Required
Food
Three Meals/Day
Introduction to Ghandruk Village Trek
Ghandruk Village Trek is a short and easy trek trail located in the famous Annapurna region of Nepal. Ghandruk is a beautiful village situated at an altitude of 1,940 meters and is known for stunning mountain views, traditional Gurung culture, and warm hospitality.
It's just a day's walk from Pokhara to get you to Ghandruk village, your final destination, but we recommend starting your trek from Dhampus Phedi or Kande instead of Nayapul, which takes a couple of days to get there. As there is a motorable road between Nayapul to Ghandruk, most trekkers prefer not to walk on the motorway on the first day.
From Ghandruk, on the return journey, you either continue the trek to Nayapul or have the option of driving depending on the service you choose. Our Ghandruk trek includes Jhinu Danda, where you can relax in natural hot springs. This is a great way to relax and soothe your muscles after a trek. The hot springs are located a short hike downhill from Jhinu Danda.
This trek is especially good for families coming with kids or elders, as it doesn’t entail any particularly long walking days and there is always plenty to see. The trek does not involve any difficult climbs or high altitude climbs.
The trek offers stunning views of the Annapurna, Hiunchuli, and Machhapuchhre (Fishtail) mountains. You will walk through terraced fields, rhododendron forests, and charming villages, immersing yourself in the natural beauty of the region.
The trek starts from Dhampus Phedi, and along the way, you will pass through Dhampus Village. Dhampus is a beautiful Gurung village that offers panoramic views of the Annapurna and Manaslu mountain ranges. Continue the trek from Dhampas village gradually ascending to Pothana, from here you will follow a steep climb to Pitam Deurali.
After Pitam Deurali, you will walk almost downhill to Tolkha and gradually descend to Landruk village, further down to the river bank. From here again you will follow a steep uphill trail to Jhinu Danda. From Jhinu Danda, walk for a few minutes the way you came, and follow the path uphill to Ghandruk village.
After visiting the Ghandruk village and enjoying the wonderful views of the mountains and watching the sunrise over the mountains. Trek or drive the downhill and flat trail to Nayapul. From here take private transport (taxi or other depending on the size of the group) to Pokhara and return to Kathmandu by tourist bus or flight depending on the service you choose.
Highlights of the Ghandruk Village Trek
Itinerary
After you arrive in Kathmandu airport please check our company board outside the main gate there will be our airport representative you will meet with him and he will transferred to hotel by private vehicle and our representative will help you to check-in your hotel after that if time enough, representative will take you to our office for short briefing about the trip but if not enough time then give a short trip brief in hotel and request to pay the due balance for the trip. Overnight at Hotel.
After breakfast, Kathmandu visits Durbar Square, Pashupatinath Temple, Swayambhunath Stupa, and Boudhanath Stupa which are all World Heritage Sites. Durbar Square throws light on the life of the royals in ancient times. Pashupatinath Temple is one of the most important pilgrimage places for all Hindus. Swayambhunath is also known as Monkey Temple and Boudhanath Stupa is one of the largest stupas in the world. Late in the afternoon, we introduced you to your mountain/trek guide. Overnight at Hotel.
Trekking staff will arrive at your hotel at 6:30 am to pick you up to tourist bus station for journey to Pokhara. Normally bus leave at 7:00 am from Kantipath and it takes about 7 hours from Kathmandu. Today, you can take a breakfast in your hotel that you order earlier night or request to manage packing breakfast that you eat in bus journey because on the way we are not stopping for breakfast as well not available good breakfast but we stop for a lunch so try to eat Nepalese food (Dal Bhat). Afternoon you arrive in Pokhara then check in your hotel and refresh and look around lakeside. Pokhara is a beautiful valley, with panoramic views of Annapurna, Machapuchare (shape of fish tail) in the north, Dhaulagiri in the west, Lamjung Himal and Manaslu in the east. The town of Pokhara is set on the banks of the Phewa Lake. It is smaller and much less hectic than Kathmandu providing the perfect starting point for our trek. Overnight at hotel.
Pokhara drive to Dhampus Phedi and start the trek. From here, you will follow a path that leads through the forest and later through paddy fields to Dhampus village, and a gradual ascent continues till Pothana (1900 m). From Pothana you climb up to Pitam Deurali (2100 m) through the forest. Overnight at Teahouse/Lodge.
This morning you will see amazing mountain views like Dhaulagiri, Annapurna South and Hiunchuli. After enjoying the views, proceed for the trek to Jhinu Danda. You will trek for some time on a descending path through the forest to the small villages of Bheri Kharka and Tolkha. After reaching Tolkha there is a gradual descent and an easy walk to Landruk village. After Landruk continue the downhill trek to the riverbank at the foot of Himal Pani. From here again you will follow a steep uphill trail to Jhinu Danda. Overnight at Teahouse/Lodge.
Go to the hot springs in the morning and have a bath if you haven't done so yesterday. Continue the trek the way you came, for a few minutes, and follow the path uphill to Ghandruk village. A pleasant walk with a backdrop of mountains and terraced fields. After reaching Ghandruk, visit the village and Gurung Museum. Overnight at Teahouse/Lodge.
Today is your last day in the mountain. You will enjoy amazing views of the mountains and watch the sunrise over the mountains. Afterward, you'll be ready for the Nayapul trek if you have the energy left to walk, or if not interested, take an overland trip to Nayapul and Pokhara. Ghandruk to Nayapul is a downhill and flat trek, it can be easily done. After reaching Nayapul, take private transport (taxi or other, depending on the size of the group) to Pokhara. Overnight at hotel.
It takes about seven hours, while driving from Pokhara to Kathmandu, you head up to Damauli,, Dumre, Muglin and Kurintar where the Nepal's first Cable car is operated to reach to Manakamana Temple. En route, you could enjoy the mountain views, green sceneries, rice terrace fields, vegetable fields and people being engaged in their daily life activities. From Naubishe you climb up to Thankot, the gateway to the capital city. You can also fly from Pokhara to Kathmandu, which takes about 25 minutes, but you will have to pay the airfare. Overnight Hotel.
After breakfast, End of our services with departure transfer to the Kathmandu airport to board flight for your onward destination.
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