6 days Short Annapurna Homestay Trek - Ghorepani Ghandruk Trekking
Description
The Ghorepani Ghandruk Short Annapurna Homestay Trek is one of the most popular short classical treks in Nepal. The trek begins in Pokhara, known as the city of lakes, where you can experience the true serenity of nature. This exceptional trek in the Annapurna foothills features enchanting settlements of various ethnic groups in Nepal. Ghorepani and Ghandruk are the main settlements for the Ghale and Gurung tribes.
The Poonhill Trek is a circular route that takes you through farmland and rhododendron forests. Poonhill offers magnificent sunrise views of the vast Annapurna and Dhaulagiri ranges in the northern highlands. Our trek starts from Nayapul, ascending through the sandy steps of Madi Khola until we reach Ulleri.
The second day is particularly significant, as we get a glimpse of the magnificent Dhaulagiri massif, Annapurna, Himchuli, Machhapuchhre, Bahra Sikhar, and many more peaks. The trek concludes with a descent to Nayapul
Included
- Airport transfers
- Flight Kathmandu to Pokhara
- All necessary paper work and permits (Annapurna Conservation permit and TIMS )
- Trekking equipment: down filled sleeping bag, walking poles and duffel bag
- An experienced English-speaking Govt. registered trekking guide and local porters to carry luggage
- Guide and porter salaries, insurance, equipment, transport, food and lodging
- Private transport Pokhara to Naya Pul (trail foot)
- Sharing Jeep/taxi Shewmi (trail head) to Naya Pul and private transport to Pokhara
- Full meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner on your choice during trekking
- Seasonal fresh fruits deserts every day
- Unlimited Chlorine treated Safe Drinking water
- All mountain hometstay accommodation (Soft, comfort, private room with shared toilet)
- 2 star Hotel in Pokhara with Breakfast for 1 night
- Pokhara-Kathmandu by tourist bus
- A comprehensive First Aid kit
- All government and local taxes
- Entry/Admission - Pokhara Lakeside
- Entry/Admission - Ghorepani Community hospital
Excluded
- Electronic device recharge
- WiFi
- Hot and bottle drinks
- Lunch/dinner in Kathmandu and Pokhara
- Travel insurance and medical evacuation
- Tipping
Know before you go
General
- 4-season sleeping bag (We can provide one if you need it but has to be returned after the trek)
- Duffel bag
- Daypack
- Down jacket (Must have for mornings, nights and evenings, and for altitudes above 4,000 m; We can provide it if you need one but has to be returned after the trek.)
Upper Body – Head / Ears / Eyes
- Sun hat
- Wool or synthetic hat that cover the ears
- Sunglasses with UV protection
- Headlamp
- Neck warmer
Hand
- Liner gloves
- Heavier shell gloves
Core Body
- T-shirts
- Lightweight expedition thermal tops
- Fleece jacket or pullover
- Water/windproof shell jacket (Preferably breathable fabric)
- Synthetic sports bras (For women)
Lower Body – Legs
- Lightweight expedition thermal bottoms
- Nylon hiking shorts
- Soft shell and hard shell trekking pants
- Water/windproof trousers
- Casual pants
Feet
- Liner socks
- Heavyweight socks
- Waterproof hiking/trekking boots
- Light shoes/sneakers/sandals
- Gaiters (For monsoon and winter)
Medicines and First Aid Kits
(Please note our guide will carry the first-aid kit bag during the trek. However we still recommend you to bring your personalized first-aid kit as well.)
- Extra Strength Excedrin for altitude related headaches
- Ibuprofen for general aches and pains
- Immodium or Pepto Bismol capsules for upset stomach or diarrhea
- Diamox (commonly prescribed as Acetazolamide) 125 or 250mg tablets for altitude sickness
- Anti-infection ointments
- Band-aids
- Lip balm (At least SPF 20)
- Sunscreen (SPF 40)
Miscellaneous
- Passport and extra passport photos (3 copies)
- Airline ticket (Please make a copy and leave one at our office in Kathmandu just in case if you need to change the date of your flight.)
- Durable wallet/pouch for travel documents, money & passport
- Water bottle/bladder
- Water purification Iodine tablets
- Toiletry kit (Be sure to include toilet paper stored in a plastic bag, hand wipes, and liquid hand sanitizer, towel, soap, etc.)
Optional
- Adjustable trekking poles
- Favorite snack foods (No more than 2 pounds)
- Paperback books, cards, mp3 player
- Binoculars
- Cameras (Memory cards, chargers and also batteries)
- Pee bottle for men and pee funnel for women