Ghandruk trek lies in the Annapurna regions near Pokhara. It is a famous destination for the Annapurna trekking region. This is a beautiful village full of natural and scenic beauty. This village is situated at an altitude of 2012 meters above sea level. It goes through the route of the majority of Gurung ethnic settlements and some others. This is popular among those trekkers who love soft and few days walking. It is a short trek in the land of the Himalayas, Nepal. Ghandruk village trek gives you an excellent view of Mount Annapurna, Fishtail, Tent peak, and Himchuli. before arriving at the village you will see the beautiful Rhododendron forests. This is is another best experience we can get on this route. This is one of the easy and short trekking routes in Nepal.
Ghandruk Village Trek gives you full of joy and amusement. It’s a popular spot for trekking that also provides access to the Annapurna Himalayan region of the country. The Himalayan Range is also known as Annapurna massif. Which comprises one peak over 8,000 meters of altitude, thirteen peaks over 7,000 meters, Also sixteen others over 6,000 meters of elevation. Apart from mountain peaks, there also lies a protected area known as the Annapurna Sanctuary. It has preserved the plants, animals, and the region itself for very long since its establishment.
Pokhara to Ghandruk trekking trail passes through the red Rhododendrons and green forests. You can capture the best picture in the spring season where flowers are blooming. The spectacular views of snowy white mountains, biodiversity, make this trek one of the best in Nepal. Furthermore, you can enjoy photography here with the best view of local rice fields, people, and mountain scenery. You can capture the local lifestyle of various villages like Landruk, Dhampus, etc. Their unique culture and traditions make this place even more beautiful.
You can take part in their festivals and other activities to make your journey even more exciting. This trekking is a complete mixture of natural and cultural beauty. We can complete the trek in 3 days, you can extend to Jhinu hot spring or go to Poonhill also by adding 2 days to the itinerary. If you have a short time frame and other such factors and wish to see the mesmerizing natural beauty of Nepal, We highly recommend this trekking package to you.
Ghandruk Ghorepani trek is a 4 to 5 days trekking in the Annapurna region. Ghorepani and Ghandruk are two separate villages and we can combine both villages in the Ghandruk trek. Ghorepani is famous for its rhododendron forest as well as the fantastic panoramic sunrise, sunset view.
First, we will trek to Ghandruk village a popular tourist place for trekkers in the Annapurna area of Nepal, the trekking trails are easy and various accommodations is available with Gurung culture. We can enjoy the best views of the Annapurna Mountains including a beautiful massif view of Machhapuchhare, call “Fishtail” from here.
From Ghandruk we will trek to Tadapani for an overnight stay and next day trek goest o Ghorepani. Ghandruk Ghorepani trek offers spectacular mountain scenery along with charming villages inhabited particularly by the Gurungs, Poon & Magars. After your night in Ghorepani, the early next morning hiking to Poomn hill gives you the best sunrise view. You can capture the best sunrise over the snow-capped summits of the Himalayan giants, Dhaulagiri (8,167m) and Annapurna (8,091m) along with a maze of other peaks,
Our Ghandruk Ghorepani trek start from Pokhara after driving to Nayapul we start walking. however, there are small mountain roads nowadays that go to Ulleri or Ghandruk as well. So if you have a tight time you can finish the trek in 3 days too.
Day 01: Pokhara trekking to Ghandruk (1980m): walking distance 3-5 hours
After breakfast, we will drive to Nayapul via scenic road about a 1 hour 30 minutes drive. From here the trekking starts along with the terraced fields beneath the splendid panorama of awe-inspiring glaciated Himalayan mountain ranges. After passing a flatland, forest, cultivated lands, and a suspension bridge over Khumnu Khola, we arrive at the beautiful village of Ghandruk after walking for 4 and half hours. Ghandruk is an ideal vantage point in this pristine village that offers breathtaking views of Annapurna South, Gangapurna, Annapurna III, Machhapuchhare, and Hiunchuli.
Day 02: Ghandruk to Choomrong – Jhinu Danda (1750m): walking distance 6-7 hours
Working through a flat level for an hour passing through terraces, streams, and green scenery, you will work down to Kimrung Khola, from here trail start ascending, you will work through rhododendron forest and nice terraces, Stay at Chhomrong(2040m) towering above the villages is the mighty peak of Annapurna south, with the Fishtail facing it across the valley. from here about 1 and half hours working you will arrive at a Jhinu Danda and can enjoy a natural hot spring.
After breakfast the next morning, the trail continues on to Landruk, a beautiful Gurung village that provides you with an excellent view of the surrounding mountain ranges. The trail emerges in the main Modi Khola valley and reaches Tolkha. After that, we will continue on to Pothana, overnight at the guest house. You will have an excellent view of Mt Fishtail ( Machhapuchhare 6697m) from here.
Day 04: Pothana trekking to Pokhara: walking distance 6-7 hours and 30 minutes drive
you will follow the trail with Pavel stones through rhododendron forest. You will arrive Dhampus.It is inhabited by a mix of people: Gurung, Brahman, Magar communities. From here work down to mostly downhill through fields to the forest to Phedi from here 30 minutes drive to Pokhara.
Above the Himalayas, trekking makes you the best full board package for the Ghandruk trek. In our package, you will have a good English-speaking trekking guide and 1 porter on 2 trekkers basis. The guide will arrange your guest house, show you the trail, and give you information about the trek, village, and local life, Same as, the porter will help you to carry your bag and make your trek easier. Furthermore, we can arrange your other trek and tour and travel-related service after your Ghandruk trek.
Ghandruk trek cost for Nepali is travelers there are factors make this trek cheaper for Nepalese. Kathmandu to Pokhara Flights are easier to book and much cheaper than USD fare. there is a budget option for taking a tourist bus or a local bus too. The Airfare for the Nepali is cheaper than for foreigners. The airfare is almost half the cost for foreigners. It reduces your trip cost significantly compared to the foreign trekkers. Trekking Permits- Nepalese do not need any trekking permit and Tims card. Food and Drinks– The food and room and drinks costs are fixed as per the menu, in some places you can get a small discount for Nepali trekkers. So if we compare the normal Ghandruk trek price the cost is lower for Nepali trekkers than for foreign travelers.
Ghandruk trek map starts from Pokhara and ends there. the route map follows the small town of Birethanti and waling from there in nice terraces of rice and other grain fields. We will cross the Modi Khola and arrive at the Tolkha and Pothana villages. the route map goes in a nice jungle with the best mountain view as well as watching the local people with their unique culture and lifestyle.
Ghandruk Trek is just a 2, 3 days package so trekkers no need to carry a big backpack. You will sleep in the tea house and eat there so you just need to carry your personal belongings and warm clothing. Below are some suggested items to take with you while trekking in Annapurna Ghandruk village.
If anything happened during your Ghandruk trek no need to worry our trekking guides got an abasic first aid training. He can deal with the basic sickness that happened during the trek. As there is wifi the guide will have a cellular phone so he can contact us easily. If you got sick and if happened some accidental incidents we can arrange a helicopter rescue for you. We need your full insurance details for this and we will make a deal with them for the arrangements. You will be taken to the hospital and a guide will help you with any other problems that occurred.
If you wanted to hire a jeep from Pokhara to Ghadnruk it is possible now as there is a dust road almost nearby Ghandruk village. After the vehicle stop, you can trek about 30 minutes to the village. If you wanted to enjoy a longer trek you can trek from Nayapul or you can drive until Kimche and start the trek from there which is about a 1 and half hour walk. IF you start the Ghandruk trek from Nayapul it will take you about 5 hours walking.
There are shared jeeps or buses available from Pokhara, Jeep is faster and easier on bumpy roads compare to Bus. You can take a private jeep also if you are in a group of friends or family. You can trek or take a jeep to Ghandruk just let us know we will arrange for you. you can take a private car to Nayapul and start your journey from here also. The Jeep price for Pokhara to Ghandruk is about USD 10 for sharing depending on group size. for a Private jeep, it cost you USD 110. If you are traveling by local bus the price is about USD 3 to 4 per person. traveling to Nayapul by Car price is USD 45.
Trip Duration: 2 nights 3 days trek from Pokhara to Pokhara.
Max. Altitude: Pothana (1990m/6529ft)
Trek Grade: Easy
Start: Pokhara
End: Pokhara
Transport: Private Vehicle & local bus
Accommodation: Private Accommodation in local Tea Houses
Group Size: All our treks are private. Group size is 2 to 10 person.
Meals: Daily breakfast lunch and dinner
Day 01 - Pokhara drive to Nayapul trekking to Ghandruk ( 2012 m height) Trekking hours 4 to 5.
We will meet you at your hotel in Pokhara in the morning, After your breakfast, our car takes you to Nayapul, It will be a short drive there and we start our journey, we will pass small village such as Naudanda and Lumle with countryside view along the drive. We start walking from here. We will follow the trail of River valley on a full stone-paved trail to a large and prosperous town Birethanti (1065m). The trail follows the main street winding through the bamboo forests and past waterfalls with plunge pools inviting you for a refreshing swim. Our journey will be 4 to 5 hours to Ghandruk village, the trail pass forest, cultivated lands, and suspension bridges over small streams. On arrival at the Ghandruk village, You will see the best mountain views of Annapurna, Gangapurna, Machhapuchhre, and Hiuchhuli. you will have time to explore, rest, and enjoy local food, before settling into your accommodation for the night. Meals included: Lunch and Dinner.
Day 02 - Ghandruk Trekking to Pothana (1990m/6529ft): walking distance 6-7 hours
Enjoy breakfast with the best mountain view at your guest house. We will start our journey for the next day to Pothana. Today we will hike through terraces, streams, and the green sceneries, we will trek down to a bridge over Kyuri Khola at 2010m. from Kimrong danda we start downhills till the stream. We will trek with rhododendron forests and nice terraces through our trail. The path continues with the Modi Khola. We will pass beautiful another big Gurung village Landruk and Tolkha before arriving at our final destination to Pothana. We can see a very close view of Mount Fishtail ( Machhapuchre). Except that from this angle, it looks more like Matterhorn than a fishtail. Meals included: Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner.
Day 03 - Pothana trekking to Phedi and drive to Pokhara: walking distance 3-4 hours and 30 minutes drive
Today we will walk along a paved stone trail through Rhododendron forests arriving at the village of Dhampus (1750m). This village is inhabited by a mix of people from different Nepalese cultures, Gurung, Brahman, and Magar communities. you can have a tea break at the top of the hills with the view of Pokhara valley. Today the trails go some flat and after that downhill with rice fields and the forest to Phedi. A 30 min drive from Phedi brings you to Pokhara. You will have a beautiful night in Pokhara city. We will arrive at Pokhara between 1 to 2 pm.
Meals included: Breakfast and Lunch.
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Spring Season
Spring is known as the best time to go on Ghandruk trekking. It usually lasts from March to May. This season is characterized by the presence of lush vegetation, a clear sky, and cool days. The average temperature of the Spring season is 20-30 degrees Celsius. This season there are usually crowds in the routes. So, it becomes hard to find accommodations. In March, there is the lowest temperature and May has the highest.
Summer Season
Summer Season in Ghandruk trek lasts from June to August. It is such a hot climate in the summer season. However since it is a hilly area, it is not intolerable. You can go on treks in light clothes this season. But the problem that might occur in summer is rain. If it starts raining in the summer season, it makes the routes difficult and a little harder for you to trek. June, July, and August are the months that get the maximum amount of rainfall. The amount of rainfall in June is almost half that in the month of July. July experiences the highest rainfall. And this causes the number of trekkers to fall in summer. The average temperature of the summer season is 20-25 degrees Celsius.
Autumn Season
Autumn Season starts in September November and is the best time for the Ghadnruk trek. The average temperature might fall around 9.6 degrees. However, it is not completely silent this season. This is the season when various festivals occur. So many travelers keep going on treks to enjoy such local culture and traditions as well.
Winter Season
The last is the winter season. This season is not preferable for the higher trek, but we can still do the trek in the Ghandruk region. The weather is extremely cold. The temperature falls below zero degrees Celsius. So, bring enough warm clothing is needed. However, at this time as well, there are amazing sceneries.
Ghandruk Trek is an outstanding short trekking holiday in the Annapurna region of Nepal. You can make it further exciting by joining in extra activities/ side trips. As the interest of people is different from each other, we have put these extra activities as optional tours. They are not included in your package cost of Ghandruk Trek. On your request, we offer you. The list of optional activities is displayed in the right column.
This easy and short trekking adventure takes you through the nice rice fields, an evergreen local field. as a result, the region offers spectacular views of the Himalayas. It is a small peak to some of the top mountains in the world also, Mt. Annapurna, Mt. Dhaulagiri. Also, it is a great place to see some of the best mountain peaks, such as Nilgiri, Machhapuchhare, Lamjung Himal, and Himchuli. The heavenly Pokhara is the best place to be lost in nature.
The equally important fact is that the trek is very suitable for people who have limited time and budget. Not only you will have unforgettable memories in the amazing place but also at a minimal cost. This easy trek gives you fun, pleasure, and a great insight into the natural panorama of the country, Nepal. Trekking begins with a scenic flight to Pokhara. The city offers you heavenly beauty with its splendid views of the Himalayas and Lakes. We will take a short drive to Nayapul and start walking from there.
Ghandruk village is Nepal’s one of the typical villages with its cultural value. this is the capital of Gurungs. The major attraction of this hike is exploring and getting insights into the Gurung Community. Ghandruk village has two museums where you get to see various cultural artifacts. We have an opportunity also to visit the Gurung Museum with their traditional food. We offer Ghandruk trek 2-3 days at the best cost. get our full board package cost for this trip.
Ghandruk trek 3 days is a short and easy trek that provides a majestic view of the most beautiful and sacred mountains Fishtail and Annapurna (south). Furthermore, this is the best easy trekking option for those who are in Nepal for a shorter time or want to combine a relatively short trek with other activities in Nepal. We can do this trek in 2 to 4 days, Almost near Ghandruk we can drive by Jeep also, and from here, there are different options. We can visit Jhinu hot spring, trek down to Modi Khola and Landruk Village, or trek back to Nayapul.
Ghandruk trekking is popular short trekking in the Annapurna region and is famous for trekkers who love soft and short trekking. Annapurna Ghandruk trek start after a short drive from Nayapul to Ghandruk as a small Gurkhas village. The trek also gives the best view of Annapurna. Furthermore, We start our walk from Birenthatni and end at Phedi after visiting another beautiful village of Landruk and Dhampus.
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Trip Duration
03 Days
Destination
Nepal
Group Size
2 to 10
Accomodation
Local tea house
Maximum Altitude
Pothana (1990m/6529ft)
Trip Difficulty
Easy
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The trekking holidays to the Ghandruk area has a well established maintained trails throughout the route. This is only 3-day trekking and each day’s walk is about 5 hours. The maximum altitude we will get into 2200 meters. Which is lower for a Nepal trekking holiday so we will not have any problem with altitude sickness. The altitude on this trek is not extreme. You should pay particular attention to your hydration levels while trekking above 2500.
The beautiful Ghandruk village is located in the Western part of Nepal in the Annapurna trekking area. This is in the Kaski district of Gandaki Province of Nepal. Ghandruk is lying at a distance of 32 km northwest of Pokhara valley.
Getting to Ghandruk from Kathmandu is the first to need to reach Pokhara, we can take flight 25 minutes or by tourist bus/private car 6 hours drive. From Pokhara, there are different options we can take a private jeep almost close to Ghandruk, or take a taxi to Nayapul and enjoy walking for 4/5 hours. There are regular local buses also till Nayapul from the Prithvi Chowk Bus stand. Also, you can get some sharing local Jeep to Kimche and further.
As the Ghandruk trek is an easy and short trek and easily accessible from Kathmandu and Pokhara so we can do the trek most of the time in the year. It is not recommended in the rainy season as the rain is hard and sometimes road blockage and the views are very poor. The rest of the time the best is from September to November and March to May. I t is enjoyable to trek in Winter as it goes only 2000m height and you can get the fresh snow view, so winter also the best time to visit the Ghandruk trek.
Ghandruk trek cost for Nepai is cheaper than foreigners as there is not trekking permit required for Nepali trekkers. the cost depends on where you start the trek from Kathmandu or from Pokhara, you can take a local bus via private car to Nayapul to start the trek, the local bus is about 100 rupees where taxis are 3000 rupees, for your meals and accommodation you can calculate NPR 3000 to 3500 per day. If you take the guide and porter add extra cost. the cost is depending on what and how much you eat and drink and the standard of the lodge.
