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Nepal · Trekking
The journey
This short trek in Nepal's Annapurna range is perfect for mountain lovers who want to relish the beauty of the snow-capped mountains. Explore the land of the Gurungs, stay in local tea houses, and pass through village settlements along the way. The journey takes you through Nayapool, Ulleri, Ghorepani, Tadapani, and Ghandruk, where some of the most picturesque mountain scenes await.
From here, you will see a superb sunrise view and panoramic views of the Himalayas, including Mt. Dhaulagiri, Annapurna South, Fishtail, and others.
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At a glance
Day by day
Set out from Pokhara and drive for an hour and a half to reach Nayapool.
Start trekking for 5 hours through the river, local villages, and forest.
You will experience a flat and easy walk to Tikkhedhunga (1540m).
Then trek uphill towards Ulleri (1960m), where you can see the spectacular view of Annapurna South and Himchuli.
Check in at a local tea house.
Walk for about one hour through Ulleri and Banthanti village.
Here, you will enter a thick forest and walk until you arrive at a breathtaking waterfall.
Reach Ghorepani (2860m) by lunchtime and enjoy a meal at a local tea house.
Walk to Poon Hill (3210m) to view the sunset over the panoramic Himalayas.
Overnight at a tea house.
Set out for a hike to Poon Hill early in the morning.
From here, you will see a superb sunrise view and panoramic views of the Himalayas, including Mt. Dhaulagiri, Annapurna South, Fishtail, and others.
Return to Ghorepani, enjoy a hot breakfast, and continue walking to Tadapani.
Overnight at a tea house.
Trek through the forests of rhododendron and oak. This is an easier trek, and this section rewards richly with bird sightings.
Reach Ghandruk, a prominent Gurung settlement where you can visit the local handicraft center and Gurung Museum. This village also affords good views of Annapurna South, Hiunchuli, Gangapurna (7455m), Annapurna III (7755m), and Fishtail.
In the evening, enjoy a typical Gurung cultural program (on demand).
Overnight at a tea house.
Trek downhill to Birethanti and continue to Nayapool.
Drive to Pokhara by car and check in to the hotel.
You can take a walk around the lakeside of Pokhara.
Transfer to the hotel or continue to Kathmandu.
The route
The fine print
Accommodation in a tea house during the trek on a twin-sharing basis.
Private car to and from the trekking start point in Pokhara.
Breakfast, lunch, and dinner with hot drinks during the trek.
English-speaking, experienced, and friendly Nepali tour guide (salary, accommodation, food, insurance, and equipment included).
Trekking porter (2 persons = 1 porter), with salary, accommodation, food, insurance, and equipment included.
Annapurna Conservation Area Permit and TIMS card.
Emergency evacuation management in case of need.
First-aid kit.
Government taxes and service charge.
Bottled drinks, including drinking water, and bar bills.
Personal equipment, travel insurance, emergency evacuation charges, and medical expenses.
Extra costs for battery charging, showers, telephone, and internet.
Tips and gratuities.
Accommodation, activities, and food in Kathmandu and Pokhara.
Logistics
Your 5 days finish where they began, in Pokhara.
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