Ghandruk Village Trek: Explore Unique Culture

Private Trip

We Offer Group Discount

No. of Persons	Price per Person
1 Pax	$ 360
2 Paxes	$ 310
3 - 6 Paxes	$ 290
7 - 12 Paxes	$ 275
13 - 25 Paxes	$ 260

Destination

Nepal

Accomodation

Hotel, Lodge and Tea house

Walking Distance

24 km

Duration

3 Nights 4 Days

Max. Elevation

1940 m

Meals Included

Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner

Best Season

March-May August-November

Grade

Moderate

Overview

Nepal is a popular trekking destination for travelers from all over the world. The diverse landscape, along with the sanctuary of wildlife and the Himalayas make Nepal an ideal destination. Moreover, diverse cultures and customs make it more appealing. However, many treks are physically demanding and take 10 to 15 days to complete. For people who prefer an alternative to this, there are also some short and easy treks. And Ghandruk trek is one such Trek. A hike to a gorgeous village to the north of Pokhara, Ghandruk Trek is one of the most beautiful and popular treks of Pokhara that offers captivating scenery and authentic rural lifestyle. It offers some grandiose views of Annapurna and stunning sunrise and sunset. Moreover, the place has a beautiful Gurung community with excellent views of Machhapuchhre and Himchuli as well.

Trekkers Information for Ghandruk Village Trek:

Explore Unique Culture

The major attraction of Ghandruk is the distinctive culture of the Gurungs. They will entertain visitors with their traditional dances and also offer them ethnic dresses and ornaments. Moreover, the local cuisines are also popular food among tourists who love the unique taste and flavor. Additionally, you can experience horse riding in the village and snow during winter on the upper hill.

The village is also called a stone village. It has steps made of stone, and even the roofs of the houses are made of stone. The trail of the Ghandruk trek is also easy, and the Ghandruk altitude is 2,012 meters, so it is perfect for first-time trekkers. In addition, Ghandruk village mostly has pleasant weather and moderate temperature.

What to Expect From This Trek?

The Rhododendron forests, breathtaking mountain views of Machhapuchre and Dhaulagiri along with the unique culture and tradition of the Gurung community make this trip perfect for recreation and relaxation. This beautiful village of the Annapurna region reflects the ancient cultures and traditions recited by the Gurung people. The hospitality and charm of the people of this village hypnotize us and the cultural dance and the rituals of this place are a wonder of their own.

This short trek is a distinct destination for a combination of culture, vegetation, and scenic panoramas of ever-lasting beautiful mountain ranges. Moreover, this place is also perfect for a family trek. Another equally famed similar trek is Sikles Village Trek.

How Hard is this Trek?

The culturally and naturally enriched Ghandruk village trek is one of the easiest and most rewarding treks in Nepal. This trek is applicable to all age groups as the chances of altitude sickness are almost nill. The Gurung village can be mentioned as a family trekking hike because all the members of the family from infants to old people can complete the trip.

Ghandruk Village Trek: Explore Unique Culture Photo

Mountain glowing with golden rays from morning sunrise, view from Ghandruk captured by North Nepal Trek

A picture of flower from Near, and mountain from Afar which shows the greenery in the lower altitude of Annapurna Region, from Ghandruk, captured by North Nepal Trek

Home stay in Ghandruk Village captured by North Nepal Trek

A photo of business card of North Nepal Trek in near and background of Himalaya from a far, captured in Ghandruk Village

Mesmerizing sunset view from the lodges in Ghandruk Village, captured by North Nepal Trek during Ghandruk village trek.

Ghandruk Village Trek

day 1

Arrival at the Kathmandu Airport

day 2

Flight or Drive to Pokhara

Driving Hours	7 - 8 hours
Flight Hours	25 minutes
Highest Altitude	1324 m\|4344 ft

Catching a 25 min flight to Pokhara after breakfast in the hotel falls in the morning schedule however you can also take a tourist bus which takes about 7- 8 hrs.Reaching Pokhara International Airport our representative will be there to pick you up, and will take to the hotel for your stay. The ride from Pokhara Airport to the hotel in Lakeside is about 25 minutes.

At Pokhara, the arcadian Phewa Lake reflects the snow-capped peaks, adding to the magic of the welcome. Upon reaching the Hotel you can visit Phewa Lake for boating with a beautiful Himalayan view or enjoy the vibrant nightlife of Lakeside. In the evening, we will hold a short brief session to discuss the trek ahead.

day 3

Drive from Pokhara to Hemja and Trek to Pothana

Highest Altitude	1990 m / 6530 ft
Trek Duration	6-7 hours
Trek Distance	12 km

After breakfast, your trekking guide will meet you to commence an exciting journey. We will ride in a private vehicle to Hemja for 20 minutes, where our trekking adventure truly begins. The route takes us through scenic stairs, offering stunning views. After 2 hours of trekking, we reach Astam village, where we will have lunch. After lunch, we head towards Pothana through Dampus village. Dampus is a stunning picturesque location with incredible views of Mt. Machhapuchre and the Annapurna Himalayan Range.

After an exhausting six hours of hiking, we will reach the enchanting Pothana teahouse, which is surrounded by serene nature. We will stay a night there and have dinner.

- Overnight stay at Lodge
Included standard meals (Breakfast + Lunch + Dinner)

day 4

Trek from Pothana to Landruk

Highest Altitude	1890 m / 6200 ft
Trek Duration	6 hrs
Trek Distance	7 km

After breakfast, your trekking guide will meet you to commence an exciting journey. We will take a short, 20-minute ride in a private vehicle to Hemja, where our trekking adventure truly begins. The route will lead us along scenic stairs, offering breathtaking views. After approximately 2 hours of trekking, we will arrive at Astam village for lunch.

Following our meal, we will continue our journey toward Pothana, passing through the picturesque Dampus village, renowned for its stunning vistas of Mt. Machhapuchre and the Annapurna Himalayan Range. After a breathtaking 6-hour hike, we will reach the charming Pothana teahouse, surrounded by the tranquil beauty of nature. We will spend the night there and enjoy dinner.

- Overnight stay at Lodge
Included standard meals (Breakfast + Lunch + Dinner)

day 5

Trek from Landruk to Ghandruk

Highest Altitude	2012 m / 6600 ft
Trek Duration	5-6 hrs
Trek Distance	6 km

Following breakfast, we set off for the Ghandruk, where the views of the south Annapurna and Himchuli make the trek more mesmerizing Initially, we descend a series of stairs, following a majestic view of the river before crossing a suspension bridge. Afterward, we ascend the heavier stairs leaving us to the Ghandruk village.

Ghandruk is one of the popular places with Spectacular Views of Annapurna South, Himchuli, and Machhapuchre. Also, It is the home of the Gurung community these ethnic groups are rich in their culture and traditions. We can explore the Musem that preserves the Gurung Tradition reflecting Gurung Livelihood. The remaining time we explore the tea garden.

                                    
                                            Overnight stay at Lodge in Ghandruk

                                            Included meals (Breakfast + Lunch + Dinner)

day 6

Drive from Ghandruk to Pokhara

Highest Altitude	800 m / 2624 ft
Trek Duration	1 hour hike

We wake up early to view the breathtaking sunrise over the mountains. After breakfast, we trek down towards Syaulibazar, which takes an hour to reach the pickup point. Our car will be there to pick us up. After a quick lunch at the pick-up point, we will return to Pokhara. The drive is about 2.5 hours. Our Beautiful Journey to Ghandruk ends here.

- Included standard breakfast

GHANDRUK Trek Map and Altitude Graph

WHAT’S INCLUDED?

Teahouse accommodation will be provided during the trek.
We provide 3 meals per day (Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner) and Tea / Coffee twice daily. Please note that each meal is served as a single serving.
Most ground transportation is as per the itinerary, during the trek.
Professional English-speaking, Eco Trained trekking guide his meals, accommodation, salary, insurance, equipment, medicine, transportation, etc.
Sleeping Bag and Trekking sticks, if needed (to be returned after trip completion).
All necessary paperwork
All government and local taxes.

WHAT'S EXCLUDED?

Other transportation is Included in the section.
Personal expenses (bar bills, battery recharge, extra porters, bottle or boiled water, shower, etc.).
Additional costs or delays caused by management are out of control, like landscape, bad weather conditions, itinerary modification with a view to a safety concern, illness, change of government policy, political instability, strikes, moments, etc.
Any other expenses which are not mentioned in the included section.
Porters to carry bags
Hotel and accommodations in Kathmandu and Pokhara
Any Transportation from Kathmandu to Pokhara.
Anything not mentioned in the Included section.

Note:

You can include a porter ( carries up to 20 kg ), with an extra cost of $ 25 per day.

You decide what is best and we’ll take care of the rest

The itinerary mentioned is a standard guideline. It can be readily modified according to your needs and requirements.
The cost of the trek can also be changed according to your group size, needs, and time boundary.
You can easily add additional activities to the Itinerary. You just have to let us know before confirming the trip.
This trip can also start from the capital city of Kathmandu. You have to let us know if you want to begin there. In that case, the Itinerary will extend by a few days. Consequently, the cost will also increase.
The addition or removal of activities will increase or decrease the cost of the trip respectively. This will be done through mutual understanding between the agency and the client(s).

Written by: Mohan Bhandari

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Frequently Asked Question

Trekking on this route is possible throughout the year. But, months from March to May and October to December are the optimum time to hike. From March to May, the hills and forests are covered by greenery and blooming Rhododendrons. From October to December, the weathers are clear with no rainfall and fog covering the Himalayas. So, this time of the year portrays the best mesmerizing view of mountains and landscapes.

The nights during this trek can be spent on homestays as well as hotels. It merely depends on our choice. As for the food, we will be provided with varieties of food. Especially, the Gurung dishes are famous around this region.

This trek is one of the easiest short treks. Also, the paths are not physically demanding and the likelihood of altitude sickness almost dwindles to zero so, the children as well as the older people can easily conquer this trek. This place embraces the visitors with a great view of mountains, wildlife, lush forest and blooming Rhododendrons which can pacify the thirst of curious children's minds.

This village is inhabited by the Gurung and is very famed for its cultural dances, songs and various traditions and rituals. They can be performed according to the request of guests. This hike will give you a peek at the old culture practised by the Gurungs.

Yes, we can combine this trek with three other routes which are equally astounding and majestic. The routes are Annapurna Base Camp Trek, Poon Hill Sunrise Trek, and Mardi Himal Trek.