Ghandruk Trek is one of the best short trek in the Annapurna region. Every interested individual can easily and wonderfully trek it. On this hike, you can visit the Annapurna Himalayan hills and stunning blooming rhododendrons around the forests as well as the beautiful city of Pokhara.
Ghandruk Trek is a fabulous trek for families. We can enjoy the astounding views of the Himalayas. We can create lifetime memories with our family in the lap of nature. Further, we can know about the families very closely being close to nature. This trek takes you to several Gurung villages hosting breathtaking panorama of the Annapurna massif. It gives a thrilling cultural and natural best experience. This is an easy trek so,any age group can go for this trek.
The trail of Ghandruk trek passes through many natural wonders, you will enjoy the gushing rivers, waterfalls, and oak rhododendron forests. The breathtaking views of the Himalayas will be a sight you will cherish throughout life. The panorama of Annapurna massif and Machhapuchhre (6993m)seen throughout the trek will be the motivation factor for each step you and your family take at 1940m altitude. The highest point of the trek; certainly be the best part of the journey along with the amazing view from Ghandruk. Ghandruk village also has a huge cultural importance. Visiting the old Gurung Museum takes you to the ancient times, and you can get dressed up in their traditional way. Your children will certainly look adorable in small Gurung dresses. Apart from this, experiencing the lifestyle, tradition, and daily chores throughout the trek can be a different yet memorable experience to you and your family. Spring and the autumn seasons as well as winter seasons are the best time to trail the Annapurna gandruk trek.
Outline Itinerary (Gandruk Trek: Classic Trek)
Day 01 : Arrival at Kathmandu, Tribhuvan International Airport, transfer to hotel by our representative
Day 02 : Kathmandu to Pokhara fly – Duration: 23 minutes. After reaching you will be taken to hotel and have a leisure afternoon. You can visit around the lakeside or go for boating at Fewa Lake
Day 03 : Drive to Phedi 45 minutes and start trek to Dhampus (1650m.) walk – Duration: 4 hrs
Day 04 : Trek Dhampus to Tolka (1700m.) walk – Duration: 5.5 hrs
Day 05: Trek Tolka to Jhinu Danda (1780m.) walk – Duration: 5 hrs
Day 06 : Jhinu Danda to Ghandruk Village (2012m.) walk – Duration: 4.5 hrs
Day 07 : Ghandruk to Siwai walk – Duration: 1.5 hrs, and drive to Pokhara 4 hrs
Day 08 : Morning Hike to World Peace Stupa and afternoon fly back to Kathmandu
Day 09 : Transfer to airport, departure to your own destination
Itinerary can be make increase or decrease according to yours holidays in Nepal.
After this Gandruk Trek if you are interested for other activities like Sightseeing, Jungle Safari, Rafting, or more hiking in other region’s we can organize as yours desire.
Note: We would like to inform and assure you that we always follow the itinerary program but we might have to compel to change the itinerary due to bad weather, route condition and in any other unexpected situation compel in the field. We seek to request maximum flexibility for your safety while you are travelling in the Himalaya. There are also many other optional routes and programs which can be customized based on your interest. The cost will vary for the customized program. Please feel free to contact us for customized program.
