Ghandruk Trek

Short trek provides a good introduction into trekking at the same time it also provides some wonderful close up views of both the sacred mountain Machapuchere (Fishtail) and Annapurna South. Our destination is the beautiful and ornate village of Ghandruk, home to the Annapurna Conservation Area Project. Here you have a chance to visit the project to discover at first hand the conservation work being carried out. A refreshing three days allowing an insight into mountain life. Maximum altitude 2600 m

Ghandruk a huge Gurung village at 1940 meters is the second largest Gurung village in Nepal and is a confusing cluster of closely-spaced, slate-roofed houses. There are neatly terraced fields situated both above and below the town. It is wonderfully easy to get lost in the network of narrow alleyways while trying to trek through the village. There is a larger handicraft factory at the top of Ghandruk. The views of Annapurna South from here are out standing. Machapuchere has been seen from here in its fish tail aspect, peeps over a forested ridge. ACAP has visitor centre and an office in Ghandruk and provides offers information about its activities.

Overview:

Trekking duration: 10 Days

Starting from: Pokhara

Ending at: Pokhara 

Grade: Moderate

Highest access of the trek: Poon Hill (3190 m)

Culture: Gurung

Mode of trekking tour: Tea-house (Lodge) or camping

Himalayan sights: Machapuchere, Annapurna

Ghandruk Trekking Itinerary

Day 01: Kathmandu (Arrival & Transfer to Hotel) - 1340M

Day 02: Transfer to Pokhara by tourist coach

Day 03: Pokhara - Tikhedhunga

Day 04: Tikhedhunga - Ghorepani

Day 05: Ghorepani - Poon Hill / Tadapani

Day 06: Tadapani - Ghandruk

Day 07: Ghandruk - Pokhara (Transfer to Hotel)

Day 08: Pokhara -Kathmandu (Transfer to Hotel)

Day 09: Full Day sightseeing of KTM Durbar Square, Swoyambhunath, Boudhanath & Pashupatinath 

Day 10: Departure to Airport and Fly Back to Home.

Trip Cost Include:

• KTM International Airport Arrival & Departure by Private Car/van/Private Bus
• Total 03 Nights Accommodations on B/B Plan Twin Sharing/Single room in Kathmandu 02 night Accommodation in Pokhara.
• All entrance fees during all tours places as per itinerary
• Round Trip( KTM-PKR-KTM) By Tourist Bus for Guide
• English Speaking experienced Govt. Trained/Licensed Holder Guide for KTM-whole Trek- KTM
• Porters (One porter for 2 Pax bases, Max 35 KGS per Porter) from Pokhara-Whole Trek-Pokhara
• Annapurna Conservation Trek Permit & TRC Permit
• Domestic Airport Transfers (Hotel-Domestic Airport-Hotel) before and after Trek in KTM & PKR
• Round Trip Pokhara-Phedi-Pokhara By taxi/Van/Private Bus
• Full Board basis Meals (Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner) as per above Itinerary
• Best Tea house/Mountain Lodge Accommodations in Twin/single Sharing basis in Whole Trek
• Insurance, Daily Wages, Equipments and all meals & Lodges of Porters and Guide in Whole Trek
• Sightseeing in Kathmandu (Swayambu nath, Buddha nath Stupa, Kumari temple/durbar square & Pashupatinath Temple by tour guide and car/driver
• Entrance fees of all sightseeing Monuments/temples/stupas during sightseeing in Kathmandu
• Half day sightseeing in Pokhara (Devi's fall, Caves: Gupteshower cave, Mahendra cave, White River George, Temples: Bindyabasini Temple, Barahi Temple & Boating at Fewa Lake(1hr)by guide/taxi/van
• Government taxes & Other Applicable Fees

Trip Cost Exclude:

• International Airfare to and from your country
• Nepal Visa fee: US$ 30 & Departure Airport tax: Approx. US$ 24 in International Airport, KTM
• Travel & Health Insurance (Most recommended)
• Any Alcoholic Drinks, Cold Drinks, Boiled & Mineral Waters, Beverages etc in Trek
• Tips for Guide & Porter( Not mandatory but expected)
• Hot Shower, Battery Charges( Available in Trek with Extra cost or Free on spot)
• Any Other Cost, which is not mentioned in Cost Includes Items as Above