TREKKING IN NEPAL » ANNAPURNA REGION
Annapurna Ghorepani Trek
Spectacular mountains and rural ethnic villages.
An interesting and relatively easy trek through picturesque mountain villages, forests of bright rhododendron and a variety of ethnic groups and cultures. Winding your way up terraced hillsides pass through villages of the Gurung and Chhetri peoples and emerge onto ridges to indulge in incredible views. The highlight, and high point, of the trek is Poon Hill, which offers the best panoramic views of the high Himalaya in Nepal – Annapurna, Dhaulagiri and the mesmerizing fish-tail pinnacle of Machhapuchhre.
An interesting and relatively easy trek through picturesque mountain villages, forests of bright rhododendron and a variety of ethnic groups and cultures. Winding your way up terraced hillsides pass through villages of the Gurung and Chhetri peoples and emerge onto ridges to indulge in incredible views. The highlight, and high point, of the trek is Poon Hill, which offers the best panoramic views of the high Himalaya in Nepal – Annapurna, Dhaulagiri and the mesmerizing fish-tail pinnacle of Machhapuchhre.
Detail Itinerary
Day 01. Arrival in Kathmandu / Transfer to Hotel
Day 02. Sightseeing: Kathmandu Durbar Square, Pashupatinath, Buddhanath and Swyambunath
Day 03. Sightseeing: Patan Durbar Square, Bhaktapur Durbar Square.
Day 04. Kathmandu to Pokhara: Drive west to Pokhara (200 km.) and stay overnight. Pokhara is Nepal’s most beautiful natural valley, which is also the most popular tourist destination. The Annapurna, Machhapuchre (Fishtail) and uncountable Mountains always stand high welcoming every visitor with a smile. Overnight at Pokhara
Day 05. Pokhara to Tirkhedunga: Begin walking after the 2-hour drive to Birethanti. A wide trail leads through Bhurungdi Khola and reach Tirkhedung.
Day 06. Tirkhedunga to Ghorepani: Drop down to cross the Bhurungdi Khola before climbing the step stone staircase to Magar village of Uller – reputedly there 3767 steps, the toughest section of the trek. As you climb the peaks of Annapurna South and Hiunchuli emerge from behind the foothills. Pasture and cultivated fields soon give way to deep forests of oak and rhododendron.
Day 07. Ghorepani to Poon Hill to Ghandrung: An early hour-long climb up to Poon Hill (3190m) provides a spectacular, unobstructed view of the high Himalaya. The trail initially climbs through thick forest before emerging to further resplendent views, eventually reaching the Gurung village of Ghandrung. Mt. Annapurna South, Gangapurna, Machhapuchhere (Fish Tail) and other snowy mountains can be seen beautifully from here.
Day 08. Trek Ghandrung to Pokhara: All the way down to Birethanti via Modi river valley, then 2 hr. drive to Pokhara.
Day 09. Drive back from Pokhara to Kathmandu
Day 10. Free day in Kathmandu / Shopping etc.
Day 11. Final departure from Nepal or you can make your own trip as per your interest.
Day 02. Sightseeing: Kathmandu Durbar Square, Pashupatinath, Buddhanath and Swyambunath
Day 03. Sightseeing: Patan Durbar Square, Bhaktapur Durbar Square.
Day 04. Kathmandu to Pokhara: Drive west to Pokhara (200 km.) and stay overnight. Pokhara is Nepal’s most beautiful natural valley, which is also the most popular tourist destination. The Annapurna, Machhapuchre (Fishtail) and uncountable Mountains always stand high welcoming every visitor with a smile. Overnight at Pokhara
Day 05. Pokhara to Tirkhedunga: Begin walking after the 2-hour drive to Birethanti. A wide trail leads through Bhurungdi Khola and reach Tirkhedung.
Day 06. Tirkhedunga to Ghorepani: Drop down to cross the Bhurungdi Khola before climbing the step stone staircase to Magar village of Uller – reputedly there 3767 steps, the toughest section of the trek. As you climb the peaks of Annapurna South and Hiunchuli emerge from behind the foothills. Pasture and cultivated fields soon give way to deep forests of oak and rhododendron.
Day 07. Ghorepani to Poon Hill to Ghandrung: An early hour-long climb up to Poon Hill (3190m) provides a spectacular, unobstructed view of the high Himalaya. The trail initially climbs through thick forest before emerging to further resplendent views, eventually reaching the Gurung village of Ghandrung. Mt. Annapurna South, Gangapurna, Machhapuchhere (Fish Tail) and other snowy mountains can be seen beautifully from here.
Day 08. Trek Ghandrung to Pokhara: All the way down to Birethanti via Modi river valley, then 2 hr. drive to Pokhara.
Day 09. Drive back from Pokhara to Kathmandu
Day 10. Free day in Kathmandu / Shopping etc.
Day 11. Final departure from Nepal or you can make your own trip as per your interest.
| Cost of the trip:- group size minimum 02 | USD 500 per person |
Cost Include
- All international airport pick up and drop services,
- 5 Nights hotel accommodation in Kathmandu with breakfast (3 star standard)
- Sightseeing in and around Kathmandu with guide and car
- National park permit for Annapurna region
- TIMS
- 2 Nights hotel accommodation in Pokhara with breakfast (3 star standard)
- All land transportation (Domestic airport pick up and drop services)
- Accommodation in a lodge while you are in trekking
- Sleeping Bag,
- Down Jacket
- Food 3 meals from the menu
- Guide and necessary porters
- Medicals Kit
- Duffle Bag for your gear
Cost Exclude
- Drinks from local market
- Expenses of personal nature
- Emergency evacuation
- Insurance
- Lunch and Dinner while you are in Kathmandu and Pokhara.
Packing for your Trip
- Comfortable shoes
- Socks
- Fleece jacket or equivalent. It can get cold, even in summer
- Comfortable, informal clothing (shorts & singlet tops are not appropriate)
- Hat – a good idea as sun is very strong
- Gloves - wool or fleece
- Scarf
- Thermal Underwear
- Sarong - a multitude of uses
- Sunglasses
- Sunscreen
- Sewing kit
- Money belt
- Toiletries (including lip slave and moisturizer)
- Torch / flashlight - headlamp style is ideal
- First Aid Kit
- Small Towel
- Small umbrella or rain jacket (June-August particularly)
