Trip Overview

Ghandruk Trek, walk into one of the popular destinations in the Annapurna region, Ghandruk. The beautiful village of Ghandruk is located in western Nepal and is inhabited by the Gurung community. A spectacular panorama of the Himalayas in the Annapurna can be spotted from Ghandruk, such as Annapurna South, Gangapurna, Annapurna III, Hiunchuli, and Machhapuchhre. There’s also an old Gurung museum in 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.

The trek begins with a drive from Pokhara to Phedi and trek towards Ghandruk, crossing Dhampus en route. Explore the beautiful village of Ghandruk, which has a Gurung museum The mountain views seen from the village are spectacular, from mountains like Annapurna south to Gangapurna, Annapurna III, Hiunchuli, Machhapuchhre, and others. The next day trace the route to Pothana, stay overnight at Pothana, then back to Pokhara and transfer to your hotel. The trek is a combination of witnessing the local culture and tradition with a great mountain panorama. Day 01: Pokhara to Ghandruk (1540 m) 5 hrs Meet at your hotel and drive to Nayapul. Trekking starts from Nayapul, ascending up to 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, and Fishtail. Overnight at Lodge. Day 02: Ghandruk to Pothana (2870 m) 5-6 hours 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 through paddy fields and reaches Deurali. Trekking further will arrive at Pothana. Overnight at Lodge. Day 03: Pothana to Pokhara 3 hours early in the morning, spent some time at Pothana. Pothana is on a ridge and offers great views of the Annapurna massif, Fishtail, and other mountains. The trek then begins at Phedi. En route, witness some good views of the Himalayas and lush green forests. Upon reaching Phedi, your vehicle will be waiting to drive you to Pokhara and drop off at your hotel.

What to pack?

• Backpack (preferably 35L to 40L as per your preference.
• Proper hiking shoes, sandals/flipflops, 1/2 pair of socks, traveling towel
• Some warm clothes (if trekking in winter).
• Hiking pants/shorts, 2 selected t-shirts, windcheater, sun hat/glass.
• Headlamp or torch (optional, most of the place have electricity).
• Rain gear and mosquito repellant if trekking in the warm/rainy season.
• Toiletries, trekking poles. Camera, Mobile phone, and their chargers.
• Water bottles. Buying bottled water is available.
• Books/e-books, playing cards, or chess are optional.
• Some snacks (nuts/dry fruits, etc) optional
• Basic medicines (e.g., paracetamol, ibuprofen, Bandages, Antifungal ointments, etc)
• Some extra money (NPR) for beverages and other personal expenses.