Pokhara
Pokhara Lakeside Escape
Sunrise over the Annapurnas, boating on Phewa Lake and Pokhara’s caves and waterfalls -- at a relaxed pace.
From $288 $320 / person
Duration5 Days
Tour typeTeahouse trek
Group size2 - 10 people
LanguagesEnglish
DifficultyModerate
DestinationPokhara
About this trip
The perfect first Himalayan trek. Climb stone stairways through Gurung and Magar villages and rhododendron forest to Ghorepani, then rise before dawn to watch the sun light up Dhaulagiri, Annapurna South and Machhapuchhre from Poon Hill (3,210 m). Return via the hot springs and terraces of Ghandruk.
This is a sample itinerary; it can be shortened or extended.
Highlights
- Sunrise from Poon Hill (3,210 m)
- Rhododendron forests (best in spring)
- Traditional Gurung village of Ghandruk
- Teahouse nights with mountain views
Itinerary
1
Day 1 Pokhara to Tikhedhunga
Drive to Nayapul and walk along the river to Tikhedhunga.
2
Day 2 Tikhedhunga to Ghorepani
Climb the Ulleri stairs and through forest to Ghorepani (2,860 m).
3
Day 3 Poon Hill sunrise to Tadapani
Pre-dawn hike to Poon Hill, then walk the ridge to Tadapani.
4
Day 4 Tadapani to Ghandruk
Descend through forest to the Gurung village of Ghandruk.
5
Day 5 Ghandruk to Pokhara
Walk down to the road and drive back to Pokhara.
What’s included
Included
- Licensed trekking guide and porter (1 porter per 2 trekkers)
- Teahouse lodging and three meals a day on the trek
- Trekking permits and TIMS card
- Transport to and from the trailhead
- First-aid kit carried by the guide
Not included
- International flights and Nepal visa fee
- Hotels and meals in Pokhara / Kathmandu
- Travel insurance with helicopter evacuation cover
- Hot showers, battery charging and Wi-Fi on the trail
- Tips for guide and porter
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