To experience the culture and tradition of the local Gurung community, Ghandruk village hike is regarded as one of the best cultural hikes to do in Nepal. In this hike, the hikers will be offered to view the majestic Annapurna ranges, Mount Hiunchuli, Mount Manaslu and Mount Machhapuchhre (Fish Tail) along with exploring the villages, villages and wildlife of Annapurna Conservation Area.
The hikers will follow the trail through dense forest and rhododendron forest where they will be witnessing the natural beauty of the surrounding such as greenery and green hill landscapes.
During the Ghandruk Village hike, the hikers will start the trip with the drive and hike several days to reach the famous Ghandruk Village.
Itinerary of Ghandruk Village Hike
The initiation of Ghandruk village is from Kathmandu. The 1st day of your trip will take you to Pokhara. You can either choose to drive or fly from Kathmandu to Pokhara to reach Kathmandu. It will take you 8 hours by drive and 25 minutes by flight to reach to Pokhara
The next day, you have to take a short drive around 45 minutes to reach Phedi. From Phedi your hike actually starts. You will hike uphill for around 20 – 30 minutes and pass through the village of Dhampus and later pass through dense forest and reach Pothana. You can find teahouses and shops at Pothana.
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On the next day, you will continue your hike from Pothana to your destination Ghandruk. During the hike you will walk through lush forests and reach Deurali. Once you reach Deurali, you have to walk through a downhill trail.
Walking through the downhill trail will take you to Tolkha. Tolkha is also known for the settlement of Gurung people. Following the trail from Tolkha, you will reach Landruk (ethnic village). From Landruk, the hikers have to pass through Modi Khola River which will take you to Ghandruk.
Reaching Ghandruk will offer you the majestic view of mountain ranges. Exploring Gurung museum and culture and tradition of local people during your overnight stay at teahouse/lodges is a major part of Ghandruk Village hike.
Early breakfast at Ghandruk and hike through villages and views of paddy fields will lead you to the place Nayapul. Driving in a jeep from Nayapul to reach Pokhara will offer you some surrounding beauties to witness.
Like the 1st day of your trip, the last day of your trip also offers you to choose either flight or drive to reach Kathmandu.
Self – Guided Ghandruk Village Hike
Ghandruk Village hike is self – guided means that you will be walking solo during your hike where all the necessary information about the route is provided by phone guide through satellite phone.
The accommodation and transportation facilities will be all arranged by Nepalgram Adventure which can be easy for the hikers. Following the safety guidelines and necessary information by the phone guide, you can make Ghandruk Village trek successful.
Porter to carry the stuff is also not included in this hike but if you want the porter then our company can make an arrangement of porter for you.
NOTE: If you want to hike Ghandruk village along with the guide. Feel free to Contact us.
What can you find in Ghandruk Village Hike?
Generally, this hike is a mixture of culture and natural beauties. The rhododendron forest and lush forests along the trail is considered to be one of the major attractions of this trek.
Staying overnight in hospitable tea houses/lodges during the hike is very special. You can explore the local lifestyle on each and every day of your hike.
Snow – capped mountain ranges which can be seen from the trail is similar to an energy booster which will give you more spirit to walk.
You can wear Gurung Dress and take some pictures in front of old Gurung houses as well as click the photos in the mountain background.
Outline Itinerary
- Day 1 – Drive or fly from Kathmandu to Pokhara (1400 meters); 25 minutes flight or 7/8 hours
- Day 2 – Short drive from Pokhara to Phedi and hike to Pothana (1890 meters); 45 minutes drive; 2/3 hours hike
- Day 3 – Hike from Pothana to Ghandruk (2012 meters); 5/6 hours
- Day 4 – Hike from Ghandruk to Nayapul and drive to Pokhara (1400 meters); 4/5 hours
- Day 5 – Drive or fly from Pokhara to Kathmandu (1380 meters); 25 minutes flight or 7/8 hours drive
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