Royal Ghandruk Trek - 8 Days

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Activity

Hiking/ Trekking

Duration

8 Days

Difficulty

Easy/Moderate

Arrival City

Kathmandu

Departure City

Kathmandu

Max Altitude

1940 M

Meals

8 Breakfast, 5 Lunch, 6 Dinner

Accommodation

3 star hotels in Kathmandu & Pokhara; and Tea House/ Lodge during trek

Best Season

January, February, March, April, May, June, September, October, November, December

Highlights

  • Ghandruk Village: A traditional Gurung village offering stunning views of the Annapurna range and a glimpse into local culture

  • Annapurna Massif Views: Panoramic vistas of Annapurna South, Hiunchuli, and Machapuchare, providing incredible mountain scenery throughout the trek.

  • Hike through Rhododendron Forests: Beautiful forests filled with vibrant rhododendron blooms in the spring, which is also the national flower of Nepal.

  • Cultural Experience in Ghandruk: Explore the Gurung people's rich heritage, their stone houses, monasteries, and lively local customs.

  • Sunrise and Sunset Views: Spectacular early morning and evening views over the Himalayas, with changing light over the snow-capped peaks.

  • Wildlife and Birdwatching: Encounter a variety of wildlife and birds, including Himalayan tahr, monkeys, and exotic birds like the Himalayan griffon.

Trip Overview

The lovely village of Ghandruk is located near Pokhara. In Nepal's Annapurna region, the Ghandruk trek is a stunning short hike. You may see the most breathtaking vistas of the Annapurna and Dhaulagiri mountain ranges on this walk. The Ghandruk Trek offers an excellent chance to experience Nepalese rural culture and customs. The journey begins with an hour-long drive from Pokhara to Phedi, where our hike begins. We will travel through farmland, rhododendron trees, and charming villages. Ghandruk has long been a well-liked trek in this area because it's easy to explore and offers stunning vistas of the captivating Himalayas and charming settlements.


 

Itinerary

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Our representative will meet you at the International Airport in Kathmandu and take you to your accommodation. 

Since you are free today, you can spend time alone. You might want to purchase some hiking supplies, which are widely available such as hats, T-shirts, walking sticks, trekking bags, and more. 

In the evening, we will head to our company's welcome dinner, where a briefing about the trek will be given as well. 
 

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Included services

  • 02 nights’ accommodation in Kathmandu inclusive of breakfast on a twin shared basis

  • 02 nights’ accommodation in Pokhara inclusive of breakfast on a twin shared basis

  • 03 nights’ accommodation during Trek in best available Tea House on a twin shared basis

  • All meals during trek (Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner)

  • Airport – Hotel – Airport Transfers (Arrival & Departure)

  • English speaking Trek leader/Guide

  • Porters to carry your bags (1 porter for 2 guests)

  • Sleeping bags

  • Duffel bag and T shirt (Yours to keep)

  • Food, Accommodation, Salary, Insurance and equipments for all staffs

  • All necessary permits required for the trek

  • Welcome and Farewell dinner

  • All ground transfers on comfortable private vehicle

  • Government, hotel and all applicable taxes

Excluded services

  • International Airfare and taxes

  • Travel Insurance

  • Nepal Entry visa (Visa is obtained in Nepal Airport immigration on arrival. USD 25 per visa for 15 days, USD 40 per visa for 30 days and USD 100 per visa for 90 days. All the visas are multiple entry visas. Please carry 02 passport sized photographs

  • Lunch and dinner in Kathmandu & Pokhara

  • All items of personal nature like telephone calls, laundry, drink etc.

  • Items such as hot water for shower/drinking; Mobile phone and camera charging etc will be extra during trek which can be paid to the tea house/lodge owner directly.

  • Tipping to guide, porter and driver

  • Any other item that is not mentioned in the Cost Includes list.

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