Ghorepani Ghandruk Trek, 10-day program in Nepal

Arrival day check-in hotel, hang around in Kathmandu Thamel at the main tourist place. Overnight at 3-star hotel (Thamel Eco Resort or Gaju Suite Hotel).

We will take an early drive/flight from Kathmandu to Pokhara (914m.). We will admire green hills, beautiful valleys and some mountain views on the way. Pokhara is regarded as a tourists’ paradise with full of natural as well as cultural heritage sites such as lakes, caves, temples, etc. One can have the pleasure to observe views of Phewa Taal (lake), Annapurna and Dhaulagiri ranges. Overnight at 3-star hotel (Hotel City INN or Mount view Pokhara).

We will start our trek from Nayapul (1050m.). We will drive up to Nayapul from Pokhara. From Nayapul, we will trek to Tikhedhunga (1577 m.) via Birethanti (1065m.) which takes about four and half hours. Overnight at tea house lodge.

We trek from Tirkhedhunga to Ghorepani (2675 m.). Today we could ascend down gently passing through Ulleri (2070m.) and Banthanti, Magar villages. On the way, one could see the majestic view of Machhapuchhre (6997m.), Huinchuli (6441m.), and Annapurna South (7219m.). Overnight at Ghorepani at tea house lodge.

Today we will trek from Ghorepani to Poon Hill (3180m.) and then to Tadapani (2675m.). We will cover the distance within five and a half hours of normal trekking. Early in the morning, we will start our trip to Poon Hill (3180m.) to enjoy the sunrise view over Mt. Dhaulagiri (8167m.), Tukuche Peak (6920m.), Nilgiri (6940m.), Varaha Shikhar (7847m.), Mt. Annapurna I (8091m.), Annapurna South (7219m.), Annapurna III (7855m.), Machhapuchhre (6993m.), Annapurna IV (7525m.), Annapurna II (7937m.), Lamjung Himal (6931m.) and numerous other snowcapped mountain peaks. Having breakfast at Ghorepani, trek to Tadapani (2650 m.) through the deep forests of rhododendrons, bamboos, and oaks. En route, one can observe waterfalls, rocks, wild animals, birds, and green valleys. Overnight at Tadapani at tea house lodge.

Comparatively, today is the easiest trek of all days. We will go through Rhododendron and oak forests, and hear the soothing chirp of birds on the way. This trek also offers the best alternative for bird lovers. Ghandruk is a big Gurung village. There is a handicraft center and Gurung museum. From this village, you could observe good views of Annapurna South, Hiunchuli, Gangapurna (7455m.), Annapurna III (7755m.) and Fishtail. Ghandruk village is listed as a World Heritage Site. Overnight at Ghandruk. In the evening, a typical Gurung Cultural program will be organized on demand. At tea house lodge.

Trek from Ghandruk (1950m.) to Nayapul (1990m.). The rest of the trail descends gently down to Dhampus passing through Pothana village (1900m.). Then drive back to Pokhara from Nayapul. Overnight at 3-star hotel (Hotel City INN or Mount view Pokhara).

You can join an adventure program like paragliding, ziplining, ultra-light, etc. (not included in the price),  or rest in Pokhara. Overnight at 3-star hotel (Hotel City INN or Mount view Pokhara)

Drive from Pokhara to Kathmandu by tourist bus. After a normal drive of seven hours, we reach Kathmandu. While driving from Pokhara to Kathmandu, we head up to Damauli, Dumre, Muglin, and Kurintar where Nepal’s first Cable Car is operated to reach to Manakamana Temple. One can also fly from Pokhara to Kathmandu. Overnight at 3-star hotel (Thamel Eco Resort or Gaju Suite Hotel).