Himalaya Family Adventure
Description
This trek is easily accessible treks here offer good scenery of high mountains (AnnapurnaI 8091m, Dhaulagiri 8167m, Annapurna south, Hiuchuli, Fishtail and many more with panoramic views and lowland villages, rivers, waterfalls, Rhododendron forest, their gnarled pinkish limbs festooned with epiphytic ferns and Orchids. This area is home to a leopard, birds, barking deer (antelope), and red pandas. People can do this trek with families as well.
Ghorepani is a village in Myagdi District in the Dhaulagiri Zone of northern-central Nepal. It lies 17 kilometres from the district capital of Beni at an elevation of approximately 2874 m (9429 ft). The village lies within the Annapurna Conservation Area (ACA) and contains a number of guest houses that provide lodging and meals to mountain trekkers, many of whom spend the night before a pre-dawn trek to the top of nearby Poon Hill (3210m/10531 ft) to watch the sunrise.
The place used to be a rest stop where ancient traders found water (pani in Nepali) for their horses (ghora in Nepali) thus leading to the nomenclature Ghorepani. Ghorepani lies on a major trail linking several other villages as well as the Annapurna Base Camp. From the South-East direction, it can normally be reached by foot from the village of Birethanti in about 10 hours depending on the trekker. However, many trekkers prefer to overnight at one of the lower villages on their way to Ghorepani, covering the distance over two days owing to the steepness of the trail, the increase in altitude and the beauty of the natural surroundings. From the North-West direction, Ghorepani can be reached in about 8 10 hours starting from Tatopani. This trail passes through the villages of Shikha, Dana and Chitre.| Fitness Level | : Easy | Max-Altitude | : 3210 m. |
| Duration | : 12 | Group Size | :1-20 |
| Best Season | : Round the Year: Everyday | ||
Itinerary Outline
Day 1 :Arrival to Kathmandu and Transfer to Hotel
Day 2 :Guided Sightseeing in Kathmandu Valley
Day 3 :Drive/Fly to Pokhara
Day 4 :Drive to Nayapul 1hrs- Trek to Tikhedhunga 1540m./4hrs.
Day 5 :Trek to Ghorepani 2860m./7hrs.
Day 6 :Trek to Tadapani- Ghandruk 1990m./7hrs.
Day 7 :Trek to Nayapul- Drive to Pokhara 3 hrs./1 hrs.
Day 8 :Fly/Drive to Kathmandu (Flight 40 Minute, Drive 7 hrs.)
Day 9 :Departure
Accomodation
Himalaya Family provide the accommodations during the trek are on twin sharing basis with inclusive cost and are chosen based on standard of hygiene food and suitable location. Most of the Lodges has clean rooms and separate Bathrooms. We will use small lodge during the trek and 2/3 star category Hotel in Kathmandu and Pokhara. We also provide 3/4/5 star hotel on your request.
Meals
We will provide the Food on full board basis will be served during the trek in the mountains. Three meals in a day (Breakfast-Lunch-Dinner) will be served from the the lodge. The dinner and breakfast will be served in the same lodge we spend the night. Lunch will be taken on the way to destination at a tea houses. Breakfasts will be served in Kathmandu/Pokhara as well. Most of the lodges has the food menu, Our Guide will suggest you the organic and hygienic local meal.
Day 1 : Arrival to Kathmandu and Transfer to Hotel
When you arrive at Tribhuvan International Airport (TIA), our company representative will welcome you and drive towards the designated hotel. After a rest for a while, we will give a short briefing about our program and you will be provided with a Typical Nepali welcome Dinner in the evening.
Day 2 : Guided Sightseeing in Kathmandu Valley
Next day, we provide sightseeing guided by an expert to visit many beautiful places listed in the UNESCO heritage sites such as the Pashupatinath Temple, Boudhanath Stupa, Swoyambhunath Stupa, Durbar Square and many more.
Day 3 : Drive/Fly to Pokhara
Today you can take a tourist coach from Kathmandu to Pokhara by scenic Prihivi high way which will take you about 6 hour drive including a time for lunch on the way. The Bus will drop you to the hotel. Welcome drinks will be served in hotel than short time for refreshment. In the evening you can go for boating trip on Phewa Lake will follow where you can enjoy the spectacular views of Annapurna Himalayan Range reflected in all it's glory in the calm green waters of the lake and visit the Barahi temple which is only accessible by boat. f you take a flight, it takes only 45 minute. Overnight at Guesthouse. (BLD)
Day 4 : Drive to Nayapul 1hrs- Trek to Tikhedhunga 1540m./4hrs.
After Breakfast at Hotel, We begin our trek at Nayapul after 1 hour driving by tourist vehicle from Pokhara. After 20 minutes short walk along the bank of the Modi Khola, we reach Birethanti (1015meters) a large village that has many shops and teahouses. From there, the trail continues through the village. The trail follows the north bank of the Bhurungdi Khola. From there, the trail climbs steadily up the side of the valley to Hille at 1495m and after the short climb, we reach Tikhedhunga at 1570meters. Today’s walk offers a short and relatively easy day, during the journey which allows us to become used to the experience of trekking in Nepal. Overnight at guesthouse. (BLD)
Day 5 : Trek to Ghorepani 2860m./7hrs.
Leaving Tikhedunga, we begin our journey with a steep climb to Ulleri. Ulleri is a large Magar village at 2070meters. The trail then continues to ascend more gently, through fine forests of oak and rhododendrons towards Banthanti at 2250meters. Then we trek towards Nangethanti at 2460m. After an hour of walking this brings you to Ghorepani at 2840meters. Overnight at guesthouse. (BLD)
Day 6 : Trek to Tadapani- Ghandruk 1990m./7hrs.
Today is a special day because we conquer Poon Hill- an icon of Annapurna region. We climb the steep trail to the viewpoint of Poon Hill (3210mtrs). The efforts will be rewarded with spectacular views of Machhapuchre, Dhaulagiri, Nilgiri, and the Annapurnas. After taking photos and having some coffee, tea or hot chocolate, we return back to Gorepani. After breakfast, we head east and climb a nearby ridge. We descend through rhododendron forest, pass by spectacular waterfalls along the way and reach Tadapani at 2650m. After tadapani, you will start your walk through dense forest. The train leads easy flat way to Bhaisekharka than step downhill to Huge Gurung Village Ghandruk. You will reach Ghandruk at lunch time. You will make shightseeing at typical village, museum, lifestyle. The views from Ghandruk is stunning and magnificent of Annapurna south, Himchuli and Machhapuchre. Overnight at Ghandruk. BLD.
Day 7 : Trek to Nayapul- Drive to Pokhara 3 hrs./1 hrs.
After Breakfast at Ghandruk, you will trek down to Large Typical Gurung Village. Most of the man are Gorkha army from this village. After 1 hour walk through the stone paved path, you will reach Syaulibazaar and continue trek to Nayapul through the river side of Modi Khola. You will finish your trek at Nayapul and take our transport to Pokhara. Overnight at Pokhara BL.
Day 8 : Fly/Drive to Kathmandu (Flight 40 Minute, Drive 7 hrs.)
After Breakfast, Today we will drive 7 hours by tourist vehicle to Kathmandu; we will take lunch on the way, and drop you to your place in Kathmandu. Either you take a flight OR drive back to Kathmadu.
Day 9 : Departure
Himalaya Family will come to see you at hotel on suitable time and provide you transport from hotel to Tribhuvan International Airport than we will say good bye each other and Invite to visit Nepal again.
Cost Include
Airport pick up and drop by tourist car
Welcome dinner at typical Nepali Restaurant
Guided sightseeing in Kathmandu Valley by tourist vehicle
3 Nights accommodation in Kathmandu with Breakfast
One English Speaking Govt. License holder Trekking Guide
Trekking Permit and TIMS permit
Trekking Porters (2 clients = 1 Porter)
Breakfast-Lunch-Dinner with hot drinks during treks
First Aid Kit and Trekking Duffel Bag for Porters
Tea House accommodation during the trek
All necessary land transport by tourist vehicles
Nepali staff salary, food, accommodation, Insurance, equipments.
Sleeping Bags and Down Jacket (to be return after trek)
Government Taxes and paper works.
Cost Exclude
International air fare and Nepal Visa Fee
Food in Kathmandu and Pokhara accept Breakfast
Personal expenses: (Laundry, phone calls, dry foods, cold drinks, Bar bills)
Temple/Monastery entrance fees
Extra night of Accommodation and extra days of trek
Travel Insurance and rescue flights
Late arrival and late departure extra night
Additional activities (Safari-Bungee-Paragliding-Rafting and so on..)
Tipping to Nepali staff (Guide and Porters
Above itinerary can be customized as per our guest specific requirements and can make shorter or longer. We are very flexible to update.