Tuesday, July 31, 2012

Dhampus Ghandruk Trek

Dhampus Ghandruk TrekThis trek is planned for trekkers on a limited time schedule and will offer some of the best views in the Annapurna region without having to contend with the altitude. The trek is start from Naya Pul near by Pokahra valley. Instantly after leaving Pokhara valley, it is not such a long wait before we get fantastic views of the mountains including the common shape of Machhapuchhre "The Fish-tail". From the next day trek, we follow the Modi gorge valley through rhododendron and orchid hang forest before we climb to Ghandruk. Ghandruk, a large & prosperous Gurung village, is beautifully set against the backdrop of Annapurna South (7219m), Hiunchuli (6441m) and holy Mount Machhapuchhre (6993m). The reminder of the treks follows the Modi valley and will drive back to Pokhara from Naya Pul.This is a short trek probably most popular route. There are no other routes which have this much natural diversity & cultural variety. This trek starts from Nayapul an hour car drive from Pokhara. In the beginning of trek village life, culture, terrace view, water falls & green hills’ view can be enjoyed. From Ghandruk Mt. Annapurna & Mt. Dhaulagiri Can be viewed. These are mountain over 7000m. Ghandruk offers most spectacular view of mountains peak & sun rise over Himalayas. Ghandruk village is another attraction of this trek. Ghandruk is habitation of Gurungs who are known is “Gurkhas”. Gurkhas have glorious history they created in Second World War. High Lights of This treks are Birethanti Water Fall, Poon Hill – Sun rise, & Ghandruk Village.

Itinerary in Details:

Day 01:Arrive in Kathmandu 
Arrive in Kathmandu meet assist and transfer to hotel and brifing about the trek/tour evening dinner greeting with Nepali culture programmes. O/n at Hotel,
Day 02:Free Day/ Kathmandu Sightseeing 
After breakfast at Hotel start to visit Kathmandu Swayambhunath (monkey temple), and Boudhanath afternoon meeting with guide check the trekking gears. O/n Hotel at Hotel
Day 03:Kathmandu- Pokhara 
Early in the morning breakfast at Hotel. Drive to Pokhara (about 6 hrs). One gets to view good scenery along the drive. Lunch will be served at the Local restaurant on the way to Pokhara. Finally arrive at the most beautiful city of Mountains and lakes. Pokhara is Nepal's most beautiful natural valley, which is also the most popular tourist destination. The Annapurna, Machhapuchere (Fishtail) and uncountable Mountains always stand high welcoming every visitor with a smile.
Day 4:Pokhara to Ghandruk 
In the morning we will leave Pokhara and take the bus to Phedi. From Phedi, we will walk upon a steep path that will lead us to Dampus. The views all around are beautiful. We can see some peaks of the Annapurna Range along with Manaslu. We will take the route towards Birethanti, where we cross the Modi River, turn right and after a 5 hour walk on a steep trail, we reach Ghandruk situated at a height of about 1940 mt. From this village of Ghandruk we can vividly see the Machhapuchhare and other peaks of the Annapurna range. O/n at Tea House Lodge
Day 05:Ghandruk to Dhampus
Today will be relatively laidback compared to other days on your Nepal trip package. The trek leads slowly downhill on even paths. There's no climbing and plenty of spots along the way to lie back in the grass. You'll also come across several traditional tea houses where the cheerful local women will beckon you to come over and try their tea.You'll arrive in Dhampus by late afternoon; this is the starting point for expeditions to the summit of Mount Everest. You'll spend the night in a basic lodge where you can have chance to meet the trekker who did Annapurna circuit trek, or you can just sit back with a mug of masala tea and enjoy the amazing view.O/n at Tea House Lodge
Day 6:Dhampus to Pokhara
After breakfast, you will leave for Phedi where a driver will be waiting to take you back to Pokhara. In Pokhara, you'll check into the same hotel you stayed in at the beginning of the trek. The rest of the day is yours to spend as you wish in this friendly town on the lake. On a clear day, you can see the snow-capped peaks in the distance. Afternoon you can rent a boating at Phewa Lake. O/n at Hotel
Day 07:Pokhara - Kathmandu
Visit to Pokhara city and at afternoon fly from Pokhara back to Kathmandu which takes about 30 minutes. When you arrive you'll be picked up at the airport and taken to the same hotel you stayed at during the beginning of your Nepal trip package. Today you'll have time to do some last-minute sightseeing or to pick up a souvenir or two. Or you could just relax at your hotel. O/n at Hotel

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