The trek begins with a steep climb up to the Dhampus Ridge where our efforts are rewarded by vistas of the high peaks of the Annapurna Massif. The mountains get ever closer as we reach Chomrong, nestled beneath the fish-tail peak of Machapuchhare, and the gateway to the Annapurna Sanctuary.
We take a delightful high path that traverses the mountainside towards the ridgetop settlement of Tadapani, an excellent viewpoint for an Annapurna sunrise. A ridgetop trail leads towards Ghorapani and affords views of Dhaulagiri (8167m) and way below to the deepest valley in the world, the Kali Gandaki. A pre-dawn start is required to reach the summit of Poon Hill for one of the most beautiful sunrises in the world. We have a rest day by the lake in Pokhara before flying the length of the Himalaya back to Kathmandu.
This is a beautiful short trek that passes through the interesting Gurung villages of the Annapurna Conservation Area, with opportunities to view wildlife, wildflowers and of course the Annapurna sunrise whilst staying in some of the best lodges in Nepal.
We take a delightful high path that traverses the mountainside towards the ridgetop settlement of Tadapani, an excellent viewpoint for an Annapurna sunrise. A ridgetop trail leads towards Ghorapani and affords views of Dhaulagiri (8167m) and way below to the deepest valley in the world, the Kali Gandaki. A pre-dawn start is required to reach the summit of Poon Hill for one of the most beautiful sunrises in the world. We have a rest day by the lake in Pokhara before flying the length of the Himalaya back to Kathmandu.
This is a beautiful short trek that passes through the interesting Gurung villages of the Annapurna Conservation Area, with opportunities to view wildlife, wildflowers and of course the Annapurna sunrise whilst staying in some of the best lodges in Nepal.
Itinerary
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Day01: Pokhara- Birethanti- Tirkhedhunga
You will be transferred by car to Nayapul which takes about 2hrs.then you start trek via Birethanti (073m.).You will follow the bank of Bhurungdi Khola,river untill Tikhedhunga (1575m).Then you will have a bit steep up of an hour walk till Ulleri(2073m) Overnight in the lodge in Ulleri.
Day02: Ullery-Ghorepani.
You will gain gradually more altitudes on this day.you will walk about 4-5hrs.Overnight in Lodge in Ghorepani(2800m)
Day03: Ghorepani-Tadapani
Early in the morning you walk up to Poonhill(3400m)to have sunrise view to the Annapurna massif and Dhawalagiri(8167m) and other ranges.You will be lost at this moment into the Shangrila. After coming back from Poonhill,you will have breakfast then start to walk down to Deorali on the way to Tadapani.All the way, you will walk through the forest in peacefull and calm atmosphere. Its rhododendron forest.In March all the forest blooms.It looks more than beautiful in spring.Overnight at lodge in Tadapani(2650m).
Day04: Tadapani-Ghandruk
You descend down to Ghandruk.Its very easy walk.you will see all the annapurna and Machhapuchre snow capped peaks right in front of you all the way down from Ghorepani.Ghandruk is a beautiful Gurung Village.Most of them have been in British Gurkha military.You will see the Gurung Culture.They are smiling everytime and hospitable.There are nice lodges in this village.Overnight in the lodge .
Day05: Ghandruk-Pokhara
You will descend down about 6hrs.After arriving birethanti you will take car to Pokhara.overnight in Pokhara.
N.B.First two days you will ascend the rest is descending trail.
You will be transferred by car to Nayapul which takes about 2hrs.then you start trek via Birethanti (073m.).You will follow the bank of Bhurungdi Khola,river untill Tikhedhunga (1575m).Then you will have a bit steep up of an hour walk till Ulleri(2073m) Overnight in the lodge in Ulleri.
Day02: Ullery-Ghorepani.
You will gain gradually more altitudes on this day.you will walk about 4-5hrs.Overnight in Lodge in Ghorepani(2800m)
Day03: Ghorepani-Tadapani
Early in the morning you walk up to Poonhill(3400m)to have sunrise view to the Annapurna massif and Dhawalagiri(8167m) and other ranges.You will be lost at this moment into the Shangrila. After coming back from Poonhill,you will have breakfast then start to walk down to Deorali on the way to Tadapani.All the way, you will walk through the forest in peacefull and calm atmosphere. Its rhododendron forest.In March all the forest blooms.It looks more than beautiful in spring.Overnight at lodge in Tadapani(2650m).
Day04: Tadapani-Ghandruk
You descend down to Ghandruk.Its very easy walk.you will see all the annapurna and Machhapuchre snow capped peaks right in front of you all the way down from Ghorepani.Ghandruk is a beautiful Gurung Village.Most of them have been in British Gurkha military.You will see the Gurung Culture.They are smiling everytime and hospitable.There are nice lodges in this village.Overnight in the lodge .
Day05: Ghandruk-Pokhara
You will descend down about 6hrs.After arriving birethanti you will take car to Pokhara.overnight in Pokhara.
N.B.First two days you will ascend the rest is descending trail.
Price Include
Price Exclude
- Arrival/Departure assistance by company representative
- Arrival/Departure transfers
- All Accommodations in lodges during the Trek in full board basis
- All transportation by private Vehicle
- Sight seeing tour with English or other language speaking guide
- Trekking Guide
- Necessary Porters (one porter for two person)
- All Entrance fees
- National Parks Fees
- Trekking Permits
- TIMS Card
- Insurance of all trekking staffs
Price Exclude
- Flight ticket domestic / international
- Visa Fee
- Travel and Medical insurance
- Airport tax domestic / international
- Bar bills and beverages
- Personal natured expenses
- Personal trekking Equipment
- Sleeping bag / Hot water bucket/bag.
- Evacuation charges
Available Througout the whole Year. Make Inquiry for the best time.
Trip Facts
- Length of Trip:5 Days
- Grading:
Moderate to Strenuous: A reasonably demanding trek at an altitude up to 4000m with side trips to higher elevations. The trails are sometimes uncharted and away from inhabited areas.: - Trip Rating:
- Trip Activity (s): Trekking
- Destination:Nepal
- Region:Annapurna Region
- Max. Altitude:3400
- Best Time to Travel:March-May, October-November
- Group Size:2-10 pax