Ghorepani Short Trek - 8 Days

Ghorepani Short Trek

A short trek like Ghorepani allures to non-intrepid travelers because of the compelling panoramic mountain view that speaks louder than words. Give this trek an easy trek sobriquet, nothing is more applicable than this saying to Ghorepani trek. In this trek, what you see directly is lofty mountains along the century-old hills that keep abreast with one another. It balances two unidentical features perfectly that even your mind, which is used for critical and analytical thinking, accepts it in a fraction of a second. Flashing from these hills, these mountains sparkled your eyes with happiness, while your heart pounds as you walk on a village man-made trekking route that function to make you a wanderer rather than a trekker.

Day 01: Arrival at Kathmandu

Day 02: Kathmandu to Pokhara (6 hr bus ride)

Day 03: Pokhara to Ulleri (5 hrs Trek)

Day 04: Ulleri to Ghorepani (4-5 hrs)

Day05: Trek to Ghandruk village (8 hrs trek)

Day 06: Trek to Nayapul from Ghandruk and Drive to Pokhara ( 6 hr trek and 1 hr drive)

Day 07: Pokhara to Kathmandu (6 hr bus ride)

Day 08: Final Departure

Day 01: Arrival at Kathmandu

Our representative will come and pick you up from the airport and drop you off at a hotel.

Day 02: Kathmandu to Pokhara (6 hr bus ride)

Next day, early morning, we take a bus to Pokhara from Kathmandu. Kathmandu to Pokhara bus ride takes about 6 hours but time may vary depending on the road conditions. after reaching Pokhara, you will be transferred to your hotel.

Day 03: Pokhara to Ulleri (5 hrs Trek)

After breakfast, we take 45 minutes drive to Nayapul and then we begin our real adventure hikes up to Ulleri. It is about 5 hours walk which goes along the bank of the river. Stay a night at Ulleri at local lodge including full board meals.

Day 04: Ulleri to Ghorepani (5-6 hrs)

It is a very pleasant part of the trek.We walk in the jungle most of the day. If you come in the spring you will see a lot of Rhododendron flowers. You have the chance to see many wild birds and animals. You can see a great view of many snow capped mountains. Ulleri to Ghorepani(2874m) and then overnight at Lodge.

Day05: Trek to Ghandruk village (8 hrs trek)

We get up early in the morning with warm clothes and climb up Poonhill(3210m.). it is not necessary to take much with us as we return later to collect our main rucksacks. It is about one hour walking to get to Poonhill (3210m). You will see the best sunrise and magnificent view of the Himalayas like Annapurna South, Bahari shikhar, Hiuchuli, Nilgiri, Dhaulagiri ranges, Tukuche peak, Annapurna I,II,III,IV, Lamjung Himal, Mt.Manaslu ranges, Machhapuchhre (Fishtail) and others mountains. After this unforgettable view, we come back to Ghorepani for breakfast. Trek to Ghandruk. The hike starts with quite a steep uphill section to Deurali pass. It is a similar elevation to Poonhill. We will see all the mountains from here as well. After that we hike down to Tadapani. We continue hike to Ghandruk through the Baisi Kharka (Buffalo pasture).  Ghandruk  is one of the biggest villages of Gurung people. There is the Gurung Culture Museum. We can go and see the way of life of the Gurung people.From this village we can still see views of snow peaks.Ghorepani to Ghandruk (1939m, 6-7 hours walking) and then overnight at Lodge.

Day: 06: Trek to Nayapul from Ghandruk and Drive to Pokhara ( 6 hr trek and 1 hr drive)

If it is a clear morning we may see Annapurna South, Hiunchuli, Machhapuchhre (fishtail) and Annapurna III very close. We have our breakfast with views.This day, we walk to Kimche from Ghandruk. It takes slowly 2 hours trek. From Kimche, we 2 hours drive back to Pokhara. Overnight at your Hotel in Pokhara.

Day 07: Pokhara to Kathmandu (6 hr bus ride)

We will have our breakfast and start our journey back to Kathmandu. After we reach Kathmandu, you can have some rest.

Day 08: Final Departure

Today is your departure day, we will drop you to the International airport to catch your flight back to your home.

  • International airport and hotel transfer as per the itinerary.
  • 2 nights hotel accommodation in Kathmandu city at 3-star category inclusive breakfast.
  • Pokhara to Kathmandu tourist bus transportation.
  • Annapurna region trekking permits and TIMS card fees.
  • Nepal government certified trekking guide
  • Supporting porter to carry your luggage. (carry up to 20Kg)
  • Full board meals during the trek. (breakfast, lunch & dinner).
  • Twin sharing best lodges accommodation during the trek.
  • First aid medical kit box and Annapurna region trekking route map.
  • Farewell dinner at typical Nepali restaurant with a cultural show.
  • Lunch and dinner in Kathmandu.
  • Any kinds of Drinks (soft and Hard Drinks)
  • Visa, international flight ticket
  • Personal Nature expenses
  • Tips for Staffs
  • Trekking Equipment
  • Rescue and Evacuation cost
  • Kathmandu Monuments fees

Outline Itinerary

Day 01: Arrival at Kathmandu

Day 02: Kathmandu to Pokhara (6 hr bus ride)

Day 03: Pokhara to Ulleri (5 hrs Trek)

Day 04: Ulleri to Ghorepani (4-5 hrs)

Day05: Trek to Ghandruk village (8 hrs trek)

Day 06: Trek to Nayapul from Ghandruk and Drive to Pokhara ( 6 hr trek and 1 hr drive)

Day 07: Pokhara to Kathmandu (6 hr bus ride)

Day 08: Final Departure

Detail Itinerary

Day 01: Arrival at Kathmandu

Our representative will come and pick you up from the airport and drop you off at a hotel.

Day 02: Kathmandu to Pokhara (6 hr bus ride)

Next day, early morning, we take a bus to Pokhara from Kathmandu. Kathmandu to Pokhara bus ride takes about 6 hours but time may vary depending on the road conditions. after reaching Pokhara, you will be transferred to your hotel.

Day 03: Pokhara to Ulleri (5 hrs Trek)

After breakfast, we take 45 minutes drive to Nayapul and then we begin our real adventure hikes up to Ulleri. It is about 5 hours walk which goes along the bank of the river. Stay a night at Ulleri at local lodge including full board meals.

Day 04: Ulleri to Ghorepani (5-6 hrs)

It is a very pleasant part of the trek.We walk in the jungle most of the day. If you come in the spring you will see a lot of Rhododendron flowers. You have the chance to see many wild birds and animals. You can see a great view of many snow capped mountains. Ulleri to Ghorepani(2874m) and then overnight at Lodge.

Day05: Trek to Ghandruk village (8 hrs trek)

We get up early in the morning with warm clothes and climb up Poonhill(3210m.). it is not necessary to take much with us as we return later to collect our main rucksacks. It is about one hour walking to get to Poonhill (3210m). You will see the best sunrise and magnificent view of the Himalayas like Annapurna South, Bahari shikhar, Hiuchuli, Nilgiri, Dhaulagiri ranges, Tukuche peak, Annapurna I,II,III,IV, Lamjung Himal, Mt.Manaslu ranges, Machhapuchhre (Fishtail) and others mountains. After this unforgettable view, we come back to Ghorepani for breakfast. Trek to Ghandruk. The hike starts with quite a steep uphill section to Deurali pass. It is a similar elevation to Poonhill. We will see all the mountains from here as well. After that we hike down to Tadapani. We continue hike to Ghandruk through the Baisi Kharka (Buffalo pasture).  Ghandruk  is one of the biggest villages of Gurung people. There is the Gurung Culture Museum. We can go and see the way of life of the Gurung people.From this village we can still see views of snow peaks.Ghorepani to Ghandruk (1939m, 6-7 hours walking) and then overnight at Lodge.

Day: 06: Trek to Nayapul from Ghandruk and Drive to Pokhara ( 6 hr trek and 1 hr drive)

If it is a clear morning we may see Annapurna South, Hiunchuli, Machhapuchhre (fishtail) and Annapurna III very close. We have our breakfast with views.This day, we walk to Kimche from Ghandruk. It takes slowly 2 hours trek. From Kimche, we 2 hours drive back to Pokhara. Overnight at your Hotel in Pokhara.

Day 07: Pokhara to Kathmandu (6 hr bus ride)

We will have our breakfast and start our journey back to Kathmandu. After we reach Kathmandu, you can have some rest.

Day 08: Final Departure

Today is your departure day, we will drop you to the International airport to catch your flight back to your home.

Cost Included

  • International airport and hotel transfer as per the itinerary.
  • 2 nights hotel accommodation in Kathmandu city at 3-star category inclusive breakfast.
  • Pokhara to Kathmandu tourist bus transportation.
  • Annapurna region trekking permits and TIMS card fees.
  • Nepal government certified trekking guide
  • Supporting porter to carry your luggage. (carry up to 20Kg)
  • Full board meals during the trek. (breakfast, lunch & dinner).
  • Twin sharing best lodges accommodation during the trek.
  • First aid medical kit box and Annapurna region trekking route map.
  • Farewell dinner at typical Nepali restaurant with a cultural show.

Cost Excluded

  • Lunch and dinner in Kathmandu.
  • Any kinds of Drinks (soft and Hard Drinks)
  • Visa, international flight ticket
  • Personal Nature expenses
  • Tips for Staffs
  • Trekking Equipment
  • Rescue and Evacuation cost
  • Kathmandu Monuments fees
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Trip Facts

  • Leisure
  • Tea-House / Lodge
  • Private vehicle
  • Available
  • All year round except mid June to mid Sept.
  • Gurung