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Ghandruk Loop
trek
(4 days)
Annapurna Region, Nepal
Highlights:
Ghandruk
Difficulty:
easy
Teahouse lodging, food, & transportation paid separately.
Food & Lodging
In order to provide you with the best possible price and to get as much money as possible directly to the people who are actually doing the work, we do not charge you in advance for teahouse lodging and food. The guide will be able to book accommodation for the group in advance during high season. However, you will pay the teahouse owner directly for food and lodging. Budget at least $25 a day for food and lodging to be paid in cash directly to the teahouse. Estimated food & lodging for this trip $75.00 per person.
Transportation
For 'Guide & Permit Only' treks we do not include transportation to/from the trail head. Your guide will help you arrange transportation to the trail head in the case where public bus tickets or a hired private vehicle is required. In addition to your own fare, please pay the fare of your guide and porter (if you have hired one) for public buses and public jeeps. In the case of flights, a fee for the guides transportation is included in the price. You have the option of allowing us to also book your flight this ensures that your guide can be on the same flight. You are also free to book your own flight with the airlines directly if you wish please let us know your flight information if you book your own tickets. If you are on trek in which multiple trekkers have joined we will provide you with the contacts of other members of your trek so that you can arrange your transportation together.Currently you have 0 guests trekking with you.
- Permits ACAP and TIMS Card
- Guide Guide's wages, food, lodging, and insurance
- VAT Tax 13% Nepal Government Tax
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Porter
Each porter may carry no more than 20 kg (44 lb). One porter is usually enough for 2 people's gear.
Government required insurance covers the porter in case of an accident while on the trip.
$20 per day per porter
+ $30 per porter for porter's insurance
+ $2.21 per day per porter for vat tax (porter)
This trip has optional side trips. Would you like to see the options?
Would you like to request a specific guide?
If you do not specify a guide, a request will be sent to all available guides (once a payment is made and the trek is confirmed). Once confirmed, you can choose from the guides who indicated that they would like to lead your trek, or ask us to recommend a guide.
We will try to respond within 24 hours.
If you’re looking for a short relatively easy trek that gives you a taste of the Nepal trekking experience this might be the trek for you. The trek boasts excellent views of the Annapurna Range including such iconic peaks as Gangapura, Machhapuchhre (Fishtail), and Annapurna. The trail passes through forests, paddy fields, and villages, traversing rivers and streams before reaching the beautiful Gurung village of Ghandruk.
Weather Conditions in January
change startJanuary is one of the coldest and driest months, which makes it good for Himalayan views while wearing lots of layers. While there is little rain, skies in the hills and valleys further from the high mountains can be hazy from dust and pollution. The days are short and the nights long, so you can finally catch up on War and Peace while hiking the Himalayas. Now that’s something to be proud of! Go with the e-book version, your back or your porter’s back will thank you for it.
At a glance
On average there are 2 days with precipitation in
January. The highest point on the trek is
Deurali, Kaski at
2100 m. During
January, expect high temperatures of around
14.8°C (59°F)
and lows down to
-2.2°C (28°F)
at Deurali, Kaski.
Ghandruk Loop
Trek
(Elevation Profile)
Build an Itinerary
(4 days)
Add side trips by clicking '' in the itinerary below.
Extra rest days and overnights can be added once the itinerary is created. However any side trips must be added in this step before the itinerary is created.
| Tue Jan 21 (day 1) | |
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Pokhara (827 m) Expect typical high termperatures of about 22.4°C (72°F) and lows of about 5.4°C (42°F) in January. |
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Highlights: Australian Camp
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Public bus from Pokhara to Dhampus Phedi
(Not Included)
Estimated cost:
$2.00
Estimated cost:
$15.00
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Dhampus Phedi (1130 m) Expect typical high termperatures of about 20.6°C (69°F) and lows of about 3.6°C (38°F) in January. |
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Dhampus (1650 m)
About 1.5 to 2 hours from Phedi (trail climbs steeply through forest and then paddy fields) Overnight |
| Wed Jan 22 (day 2) | |
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Pothana (1890 m)
About 1.5 hours from Dhampus (trail follows the ridge from Dhampus) |
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Rating:
| 1 review
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Deurali, Kaski (2100 m)
About 1 hour from Pothana (trail follows the ridge) |
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Tolka (1700 m)
About 2 hours from Pothana or 1 hour from Deurali (trail descends through forest after Deurali) |
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Landruk (1565 m)
About 4.5 to 5 hours from Dhampus, or about 1 hour from Tolka (trail descends further through forests and villages) Overnight |
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Ghandruk (2000 m)
About 3-4 hours from Landruk (trail descends steeply towards the river for an hour then after crossing the river there is a steep ascent for about 2-3 hours with Himalayan views passing through several small villages) Overnight |
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Rating:
| 6 reviews
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| Fri Jan 24 (day 4) |
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Syauli Bazaar (1170 m)
About 2 hours down from Ghandruk |
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Birethanti (1025 m)
About 3 hours from Ghandruk (1 hour easy walk from Syauli Bazaar) |
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Naya Pul (1000 m)
About 45 minutes from Birethanti |
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Public bus from Naya Pul to Pokhara
(Not Included)
Estimated cost:
$2.00
Estimated cost:
$20.00
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Pokhara (827 m) Expect typical high termperatures of about 22.4°C (72°F) and lows of about 5.4°C (42°F) in January. |
Ghandruk Loop Itinerary Reviews
by Elizabeth (Canada) on Apr 22, 2019
Ghandruk Loop led by Nirmala Subedi
Heart stopping vistas of the Annapurna mountain range and quaint villages throughout the trek. The scenery is spectacular.
by Chris (Australia) on Dec 26, 2018
Ghandruk Loop via Ghorepani (Poon Hill) led by Mingma Nuru Sherpa
by Michael (United Kingdom) on Dec 8, 2018
Ghandruk Loop Australian Camp Out and Back and via Ghorepani (Poon Hill) led by SAMIKSHYA CHAUDHARY
A good introduction to trekking in Nepal - not as difficult as some of the classic treks, but it gives you a chance to sample life on the trail while enjoying spectacular scenery and interesting wildlife.
by Brenda (United States) on Oct 20, 2018
Ghandruk Loop led by Pema Futi Sherpa
Did the four day trek. The scenery is beautiful and the accommodation during the trek are comfortable. The difficulty is a bit higher than easy, more closer to an intermediate level. I would certainly return for a longer trek.
by Marie (United States of America) on Sep 29, 2017
Ghandruk Loop led by Nirmala Subedi
Ghandruk village is the highlight of this trek-- with absolutely STUNNING views of Annapurna South, Hiunchuli and Fishtail. If you want to beat the crazy crowds at Ghorepani-Poon Hill and the very slim chance of seeing the Annapurnas on a cloudy day from the Poon Hill viewpoint, take this trek! We saw hardly any tourists on our 4 day journey.
Australian Camp Out and Back Itinerary Reviews
by Michael (United Kingdom) on Dec 8, 2018
Ghandruk Loop Australian Camp Out and Back and via Ghorepani (Poon Hill) led by SAMIKSHYA CHAUDHARY
Australian Camp is worth the detour for the excellent views of Annapurna South and Machapuchare (Fish Tail).
via Ghorepani (Poon Hill) Itinerary Reviews
by Ma alejandra (México) on Apr 8, 2024
Annapurna Sanctuary via Ghorepani (Poon Hill) and via Short Modi Khola Start led by Lali (Laxmi) Malla
Great place, although we couldn’t see much due to clouds!
by Brian (Australia) on Mar 28, 2019
Annapurna Sanctuary via Ghorepani (Poon Hill) led by Ang Tsering Sherpa
The side trip to Poon Hill was beautiful although the view at Khopra was more dramatic and far less crowded. If we did the Khopra trek again, I probably would not go to Poon Hill as well.
by Chris (Australia) on Dec 26, 2018
Ghandruk Loop via Ghorepani (Poon Hill) led by Mingma Nuru Sherpa
by Michael (United Kingdom) on Dec 8, 2018
Ghandruk Loop Australian Camp Out and Back and via Ghorepani (Poon Hill) led by SAMIKSHYA CHAUDHARY
The final ascent from Ghorepani to Poon Hill is not as difficult as some other parts of the trek, and is certainly worth doing for the spectacular views of the sunrise over the Annapurna range from the top.
by Chong fah (malaysia) on Nov 11, 2018
Annapurna Sanctuary via Ghorepani (Poon Hill) led by Ang Tsering Sherpa
