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Annapurna Gurung Trail Nepal

After a pretty drive from Pokhara, your trek starts at Dhawa before heading to Birethanti. Encountering a gentle climb to the Gurung heartland town of Ghandruk. After a day exploring this sprawling, traditional town, the main base of the Annapurna Conservation Area, your path drops steeply to the Modi Khola gorge then up to honeyed Landruk, before winding on to Majgaon, Tomijong and Dhampus, each night staying in the comfort of a Mountain Lodge of Nepal. With additional nights in Pokhara and Kathmandu, more adventures await after your trek.

Destination

Nepal

Duration

5 Nights 6 Days

Travel Period

Subject to Avilability

Accomodation

Itinerary

  • Day 1: Trek: Dhawa - Birethanti (1,025 M)

    Our representative will meet us at the Pokhara International Airport and escort you to our office. brief you on the trek. Then, you will drive to Dhawa, the starting point of the trek. The hike follows a ridgeline in the lower Annapurna foothills, leading us to our lodge in the Modi River Valley. The lodge offers stunning views of the unclimbed Fishtail Mountain, also known as Machhapuchhre.

    Drive time till Dhawa: 1.5 Hrs. | Distance: 48 Km | Trek: 3 Hrs. | Distance: 5 Km

    Accommodation: MLN Birethanti | Meal: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner

  • Day 2: Trek: Birethanti (1,025 M) - Ghandruk (2,012 M)

    After breakfast at the lodge, your trek commences from Chimrong, a short distance from the lodge. The trail takes you through picturesque farmlands as you make your way toward Tikhyan village. Along the way, you’ll pass rice fields and forests, and enjoy a picnic lunch near a tranquil stream. The trek then continues to Ghandruk, offering captivating vistas of Annapurna South, Hiunchuli, Fishtail, and Gangapurna along the way.

    Trek: 5-6 Hrs. | Distance: 9 Km | Accommodation: Himalaya Lodge | Meal: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner

  • Day 3: Trek: Ghandruk (2,012 M) - Landruk (1,565 M)

    Following breakfast, the exploration of Ghandruk village will begin. Lunch will be provided in the village before proceeding toward Landruk. The trail descends steeply after lunch, leading you to the banks of the Modi River. This area is renowned for its honey hunters who scale the cliffs on ropes to collect honey.

    Crossing a sturdy suspension bridge to the opposite bank of the Modi River, you will then embark on a hike up switchbacks and steps to reach the village of Landruk. From Landruk, you can enjoy even more breathtaking views of Annapurna South and Hiunchuli.

    Trek: 4-5 Hrs. | Distance: 9 Km | Accommodation: MLN Landruk | Meal: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner

  • Day 4: Trek: Landruk (1,565 M) - Majgaon/Tomijong (1,400 M)

    After breakfast, your trek begins, passing through villages and farmlands with Mt. Annapurna in the background. Following an easy trek, you arrive at our Lodge in Majgaon. Or a short hike will lead you to our lodge in Tomijong. After having lunch, you can unwind in the garden or take a short walk to the nearby villages with our guide. You can enjoy the Views of Annapurna, Hiunchuli, and Fishtail from the lodges.

    Trek: 4-5 Hrs. | Distance: 9 Km | Accommodation: MLN Majgaon/Tomijong

    Meal: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner

  • Day 5: Trek: Majgaon/Tomijong (1,400 M) - Dhampus (1,740 M)

    Following breakfast, the journey continues to Pothana via Tanchok. Pothana is a quaint village known for its Tibetan traders selling souvenirs. As you make your way to our Dhampus lodge, you’ll be rewarded with breathtaking panoramic views of the entire Annapurna range, including Fishtail and Hiunchuli. Upon reaching the lodge, a delicious hot lunch will be served. Afterwards, take some time to explore Dhampus village on a leisurely stroll.

    Trek: 4-5 Hrs. | Distance: 9 Km | Accommodation: MLN Dhampus | Meal: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner

  • Day 6: Trek: Dhampus (1,740 M) - Ghattekhola and Drive to Pokhara

    We begin our descent after breakfast through the lushly wooded hillside and terraced farmland, gradually making our way to the valley at an elevation of 1,000m. Once we reach Ghattekhola, the endpoint of our trek, a vehicle will pick you up and proceed to Pokhara.

    Trek: 1.5 Hrs | Distance: 3 Km | Drive Time: 45 Min | Distance: 20 Km

Package Includes

5 nights at MLN Annapurna Region as per program
Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Standard room amenities (Ensuite bathroom, Hot shower, Heated bed, Unlimited boiled & filtered drinking water, Bathroom slippers, Hair dryer on request).
1 English Speaking Guide
1 Porter for every two clients, with a luggage allowance of 13kg per person.
Insurance coverage and daily wages for trekking staffs.
Roundtrip ground transfer from Pokhara International Airport to trekking point.
ACAP & TIMS Permit Fee

Package Excludes

Air Ticket
Personal Equipment & Insurance
Nepal Visa
Emergency Evacuation if required
Tips for Staffs
Insurance: Travel/Accident/ Medical/ Emergency Evacuation

Best Time to Travel

  • March to May offers clear weather and relative calm before Everest expedition teams descend on the region and then the days start to become rainy and overcast in May.
  • September to November may be the most ideal time to visit, with most of the tourists gone and the monsoon season over, making way for crisp, pre-winter days. During these four months expect comfortable temperatures and blue skies during the day and opportunities for some exceptional long exposure photography and many shooting stars at night.
  • May and September, expect damp and overcast weather on the trail, and with it weather-related delays for flights in and out of Kathmandu.

In case of flight cancellation due to weather, dates can be postponed based on availability

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  • Prices are based on double sharing basis.
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  • Please note that the itineraries and combinations are numerous and can be tailored according to your needs and budget.
  • Any further local conditions shall be communicated to you upon booking.

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