3-Day Ghandruk Loop Trek from Pokhara
3-Day Ghandruk Loop Trek from Pokhara
Trek into one of the popular destinations in the Annapurna region, Ghandruk. The beautiful village of Ghandruk is located in western Nepal and inhabited by Gurung community. Spectacular panorama of the Himalayas in the Annapurans can be spotted from Ghandruk such as Annapurna south, Gangapurna, Annapurna III, Hiunchuli and Machhapuchhre.
There’s also an old Gurung museum at the village. The trek is ideal for anyone who is looking into shorter hikes around Pokhara with easy trekking trails and no difficult ascends/descends.
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Your Itinerary
A curated journey through the experience
Nayapul Trekking Starting Point
Meet at your hotel and drive to Nayapul. Trekking starts from Nayapul ascending upto Ghandruk. En-route witness majestic views of Annapurna range, Manaslu and other mountains. In Ghandruk, visit the Gurung museum. You can spot different mountains from Ghandruk like Annapurna South, Gangapurna, Annapurna II, Hinuchuli, Fishtail.
Pokhara
Pokhara is the beautiful lakeside town in Nepal.
Ghandruk
Ghandruk is a beautiful Gurung village in the Annapurna region.
12 hoursAnnapurna Region
Annapurna region is the popular trekking destination of Nepal.
Annapurna Mountain Range
Annapurna mountain range can be spectacularly seen from Ghandruk.
Machhapuchhare
Machhapuchhare is a beautiful peak also known as Mount Fishtail.
Hiunchuli
Day 2: Ghandruk to Pothana (2870m) 5-6 hrs
Old Gurung Museum
Early in the morning, enjoy the sunrise over the mountains as the first ray of the sun hits the Himalayas. Then after breakfast, trek to Pothana. At first you will have to descend down to Modi Khola then start climbing up to Landruk village. The trial passes thru paddy fields and reaches Deurali. Trekking further will arrive at Pothana.
Pothana
Rural mountain village in the Annapurna region.
12 hoursLandruk
Landruk is the village en-route Ghandruk to Pothana.
Deurali 33700
Day 3: Pothana to Pokhara 3 hrs
Pokhara Museum
Early in the morning, spent some time at Pothana. Pothana is on a ridge and offers great views of Annapurna massif, Fishtail and other mountains. The trek then begins to Phedi. En-route, witness some good views of the Himalayas and lush green forests. Upon reaching Phedi, your vehicle will be awaiting and drive you to Pokhara, and drop-off at your hotel.
Phedi Khola
No accommodation included on this day.
Included
- Pokhara - Nayapul & Phedi - Pokhara by private vehicle.
- Accommodation during the trek at guest houses/lodges.
- Meals (Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner) during the trek.
- Experienced English speaking trekking guide and necessary porters (1 Porter for 2 trekkers) during the trek including their transportation, food, accommodation, salary, equipments and insurance.
- Trekker's Information Management System (TIMS) card fees. (Please bring 2 passport size photos for TIMS & Permit)
- All government taxes, VAT and office service charge.
- ACAP Trek permit
- 2x Breakfast
- 2x Dinner
- 2x Lunch
- Accommodation included: 2 nights
Not Included
- Personal expenses (phone calls, internet, laundry, bar bills, battery recharge, hot shower etc.
- Any kind of drinks (tea/coffee, hot chocolate, boiled water, bottle water, cola, beer etc.
- Tips for guide and porters (Tipping are expected but not mandatory)
Good to Know
- Children must be accompanied by an adult
- Not wheelchair accessible
- Near public transportation
- Most travelers can participate
- Face masks required for travelers in public areas
- Face masks required for guides in public areas
- Face masks provided for travelers
- Hand sanitizer available to travelers and staff
- Gear/equipment sanitized between use
- Transportation vehicles regularly sanitized
- Guides required to regularly wash hands
- Regular temperature checks for staff
- Temperature checks for travelers upon arrival
- This is a private tour/activity. Only your group will participate
- Confirmation will be received at time of booking
Tickets & Cancellation
You can present either a paper or an electronic voucher for this activity.
If you cancel at least 7 day(s) in advance of the scheduled departure, there is no cancellation fee.If you cancel between 3 and 6 day(s) in advance of the scheduled departure, there is a 50 percent cancellation fee.If you cancel within 2 day(s) of the scheduled departure, there is a 100 percent cancellation fee.