Ghanruk Village Loop Trek

Ghandruk Village Loop trek is a wonderful example of trekking in Nepal. It is short and easy trek in the lower altitudes (from 900 metres to 2,000 metres) and takes you past terraced hills, into picturesque villages, and through impressive forests of rhododendrons.

Trekking through the villages of the friendly Gurung community exploring the culture with majestic scenery of beautiful landscape and superb views of Mount Annapurna and other several peaks, this trekking provides lifetime memory for trekkers. Easy trekking trail which offers comfortable lodges to stay will make this trip more comfortable. The friendly Gurung people have their own dialect, culture, costumes and lifestyle. This trek is an excellent way to learn about them and their culture.
Spectacular views of Annapurna range where you can enjoy with the towering peaks like Machhapuchhare (Fishtail) Annapurna south, Gangapurna and other small snow capped peaks. During the trek you can enjoy with other Gurung and Mangar country like Dhampus, Landruk, Ghandrung, and Birethanti.

Fact File

Name of the Trail: Ghandruk Village Loop Trek

Best Season: Autumn and Spring (Possible Year Around)

Trekking Type: Lodge Trek [ Tea House]

Grade: Easy - Moderate

Duration: 07 Days

Maximum elevation:1940m. (Ghandruk Village)

Accommodation: Simple lodge to 5 star accommodation in cities (your choice) but in trekking only simple lodge available

Transport: Car / Bus and by Plane

Route Map

Ghandruk Village Trekking Itinerary:

Day 01: Arrival in Kathmandu
Upon arrival at Kathmandu International Airport transfer to Hotel. A short briefing will follow concerning the necessary formalities and your itinerary.

Day 02:Kathmandu-Dhampus [1700m]
We start in Kathmandu and fly to beautiful Pokhara on the shores of Lake Phewa, then down to Phedi, alongside the Seti River, where we start our trek. Our walk to Dhampus village takes us past terraced hillsides and then up to the hilltop village of Dhampus, where we’ll meet a mix of Gurung, Brahman, and Magar people. The distinctive peak of Machhapuchhare (Fishtail) and Annapurna South are fantastic from here. Overnight in Dhampus.

Day 03: Trek to Landruk [1646m]
Today’s trek is an easy walk along the ridgeline from Dhampus to the village of Landruk, across open meadows and through small villages. Landruk is on the trekking route to Annapurna Base Camp, and fabulous views of the mountains are a highlight of the route. Landruk is famous for its honey hunting festival, where intrepid harvesters climb bamboo ladders and dangle from ropes to gather honeycombs from sheer cliff faces. Overnight in Landruk.

Day 04: Trek to Ghandrung (1940m)
Today we trek to Ghandrung, one of the most popular destinations for trekkers in Nepal, known for its beautiful mountain views. Visible across the valley from Landruk, we’ll have to go down the hill, cross the river over a bridge, and then head back uphill to Ghandrung. Ghandrung is a lively village with some fine accommodations. Overnight in Ghandrung.

Day 05: Ghandrung-Pokhara
From Ghandrung it’s easy walking, all down hill, to the riverside village of Birethanti and then Nayapul, where our trekking ends. Our private transport drives us to Pokhara, about an hour away.

Day 06: Pokhara to Kathmandu
Drive or fly back to Kathmandu. Overnight stay at hotel.

Day 07: Kathmandu
Departure from Kathmandu.

Please Note:

If the above schedule does not meet your need and interest, we can design individualized travel plans based on your preferences.

Trip is possbile to conduct in any time if the group size has two or more pax.

Trip Cost Includes

Airport / Hotel / Airport pick up / drop & transfer by private car / van/ Haice. (Depend on group size).
Three night's accomodation in Kathmandu twin sharing bed and breakfast basis.
Kathmandu city tours, tour guide and private car / van
Two night's accomodation in Pokhara twin sharing bed and breakfast basis.
Meals breakfast, lunch and dinner with tea & coffee during the trek (You may choose in Menu)
Best available twin sharing lodge to lodge accommodation during the trek
One highly experienced helpful and friendly guide, porters (1 porter for 2 people) and their food, accommodation, salary, equipment, and insurance.
All necessary ground transportation bus/ car/van for Trek. (We could provide you private vehicle and domestic flight Kathandu/ Pokhra round trip on your require)
First aid medical kit.
Annapuran conservation permits.
TIMS card Fee- Trekkers' Information Management System
Government taxes & office service charge.
All program according to itineraries on full board.
Rescue service arrangement in emergency case, only if your condition requires the rescue (but clients need to pay from their rescue covered Travel insurance)

Trip Cost Excluedes

Nepal entry visa fee (you can obtain a visa easily up on your arrival in Nepal's airport Kathmandu)
Lunch and dinner in Kathmandu and Pokhara.
International Airfare and Airport Taxs.
All sightseeing entry fee.
Any kind of Alcoholic, hot and cold drinks (cold drinks coke/ fanta/ can juice and mineral water) (Hot drinks boiled drinking water and Hot shower)
Dessert chocolates personal shopping, laundry, phone call internet camera battery charging.
Personal trekking equipment Travel /Medical insurance and helicopter rescue, personal expenses.
Tips and gratitude (The Tipping is appreciated, but not mandatory)
Any others expenses which are not mentioned on price including section.