Destination Pokhara Region

Trip Difficulty Easy Trip

Duration 3 Days

Activities Trekking

Accommodation Hotel and Teahouse Lodge

Max altitude 1600 m

Group Size 1-13 Pax

Meals Breakfast/Lunch/Dinner

Vehicle Car/Bus/Flight

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Highlights of Ghale Gaun Trek -5 days

Experience the unique lifestyle and culture of Ghale Gurung people.
Sighting of famous Himalayas peaks of Machhapuchhre, Annapurna, Lamjung Himal, Boudha Himal and Himalchuli
Enjoying Ghatu, Jhyaure and the shamanic Jhakri dances.
Taste of local food and locally brewed alcohal.

Overview of Ghale Gaun Trek -5 days

Ghale Gaun Trek 5 days is a new homestay trek around Khudi, Ghale Gaon and Bhujung village in Annapurna, a perfect Himalayan trip in Nepal. The best short trek holidays to explore authentic Ghale-Gurung culture, traditions and lifestyle. Ghale Gaun is also the best home stay destination in South Asia. It offers awe-inspiring views of Machhapuchhare (6693 m) Annapurna (8091m), Annapurna II (7939 m) Annapurna IV (7525 m), Lamjung Himal, Boudha Himal ((6974 m) and Himalchuli (6747 m). The Gurung’s warm hospitality with their cultural show, local food with locally brewed alcohol called it raskhi is a specialty of Ghale Gaun Trek in Annapurna. The 5 days Ghale Gaun Trek begins from Besishahar, 8 hours bus drive from Kathmandu and trek to Khudi, Ghale Gaun, Bhujung Village, Besishahar to Kathmandu by bus drive.

Ghale Gaun Trek 5 days is a new home stay trekking route in the Annapurna region. Besides, Ghale gaun trek offers superb majestic view of western Himalayas. This is one of the best trekking trail which discovers the Gurung culture. Annapurna Ghale Gaun trek route passes through the dense forests, villages, awesome waterfalls, lush valleys, and beautiful landscape.

Ghale gaun is lying at the foot of Lamjung Himal in north central of Nepal. The trekking to Ghalegaun is an exotic pristine village endowed with an unparalleled scenic grandeur. It is a home of the world’s famous Gurkha soldiers- the Gurungs and Ghale.

However, Ghalegaun is a colorful village with picturesque hills and mountain scenery, the unspoiled habitats of Ghale, Gurungs and the legendary Gurkhas. Recently, it has opened for both international and domestic tourist as a village tourism destination. Families in the village will cooperate and provide a good service for the guests. Rooms are simple, clean and comfortable with basic facilities.

The village is an extremely self sufficient and harvests organic foods. Majestic view of the Himalayas and warm hospitality of Gurungs make Ghalegaun trek so popular. The 5 day trek to Ghalegaun begins from Beshishahar after 6-7 hours drive from Kathmandu. So, the trail is a flat way crossing over the Marsyangdi, Khudi and Midim rivers. On the way you will view the blooming of rhododendrons, the chirping of birds and wild insects.

Ghana Pokhara and Bhujung is a beautiful village heading towards development of eco-tourism. Ghalegaun and Ghana pokhara are mainly settlement of Gurung. An easy moderate trekking trail, Ghalegaun trek is suitable for any time of year. But September to mid June is the best season for trekking in Ghalegaun. You will not require much physical strength and mountaineering skills. The hike is pleasant and scenic.

Detail Itinerary of Ghale Gaun Trek -5 days

Day 01: Kathmandu to Khudi(790 m, 7 hours)

Get morning bus, drive to Khudi for 7 hours drive that covers nearly 200 km. The passes through beautiful landscapes and village. Stay night there.

Day 02: Khudi to Ghalegaun(2070 m, 5 hours)

Breakfast and uphill trek through the beautiful forest offering a wonderful opportunity to spot a wide range of wildlife and birds and small villages. You can enjoy the view of the sunrise and surrounding of the mountain as Mt Annapurna and Manaslu ranges. Ghale gaun offers the best cultural show and the best view of the mountians.

Day 03: Exploration day to Bhujung-Ghalegaun.

Breakfast and exploration day hike to Bhujung one of the best village of Lamjung. I’m pretty much sure that you love best of Bhujung village, and return to Ghale gaun for stay overnight.

Day 04: Ghalegaunn to Besishahar(800m, 5-6 hours trek)

Brekafast and trek down to Besishahar via Baglung pani and Kapurkot village. Stay night in Besishahar.

Day 05: Besishar to Kathmandu(180 km, 6 hours)

Breakfast and get bus drive back to Kathmandu for 6 hours. The trip ends.

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Includes / Excludes

What's Included ?

Full fledged Cost

Airport transfer – hotel/airport/hotel
Twin sharing standard hotel accommodation with breakfast in Kathmandu before and after trek we can book only on your request.

Elementary Cost

Road transfer cost -from trekking start to end point to Kathmandu-khudi-Besisahar-kathmandu.
Basic twin sharing tea house accommodation during trek.
3 times meals – breakfast, lunch and dinner during the trek.
English Speaking guide and all his expenses during the trek like his transfer, insurance, salary, meals and accommodation.
All Trekking permit -ACAP Permit, local government taxes and TIMS card.
All government taxes, vat, company service charge.

What's Excluded ?

Lunch and Dinner in Kathmandu and Pokhara
Travel Insurance in case of emergency for rescue and other medication.
Nepal visa fee
All kind of hot and cold drinks – coke, fanta, beer, whisky, bottle of water, hot water, tea, coffee etc.
All personal trekking equipment like down jacket and sleeping bag etc.
Porter to carry your backpack/luggage.
Tips for guide and porter
Personal expenses like wifi, hot shower, telephone, battery charge fee.
Upgraded lodge accommodation like room with private toilet and bathroom during the trek.
All the cost not mention on above cost includes.

Note: We operate private trip everyday.

We can operate private trip for solo, group, family, students as per your requirements.

Trip Information - Ghale Gaun Trek -5 days

Ghale Gaun Trek Accommodation

Ghale Gaun Trek accommodation will be basic tea houses for boarding/lodging.This is the most popular style of trekking to Annapurna region and simply involves trekking from tea house to tea house. Tea houses are essentially small hotels find in local villages that offer both a place to sleep as well as home cooked meals. Rooms are typically shared with 2 trekkers in a room. Bathrooms are shared as well and in the langtang Trek, the lodges usually have running cold water and western style toilets. Also the hot shower is also available but it need to pay extra cost for it.

In some of the villages on the trek, it may be possible to have a private room with an extra cost and we will do our best to arrange that. However, during busy times of the year there is a limited amount of lodging available in some of the villages so it’s generally impossible to arrange private rooms. This is the case even if you’re willing to pay extra since the tea house owners will not give out a private room if it means someone else goes without a room.

Ghale Gaun Trek Meals/Food

Trekkers can choose a meal/food from the menus at the tea houses. Typical meals on langtang trek includes omelets, toast, boiled eggs, noodle soup, fried rice, macaroni, mo mo, vegetarian curries, pizza or chow mein. The traditional Nepali Dal Bhat which consists of rice, lentils, and a vegetable is all you can eat and always a good choice. Meat on the mountain is not hygienic and we suggest trekkers stick with vegetarian options.

There is not a problem for vegetarian food and in fact we recommend that everyone stick with a vegetarian diet on the trek as the local meat is not refrigerated properly. If you have special dietary requirements just let us know and we will make sure to assist with the proper menu.

Ghale Gaun Trek Weather/Temperature

Weather/Temperature in Summer Annapurna region trek in June, July, and August have the hottest temperature.The temperature in the daytime in Annapurna region is between 20 to 25 degree centigrade. The maximum temperature is found in the month of June and July. The nighttime temperatures in Annapurna region during the summer is high too. The lowest that the temperature gets in the night time is -3 degree centigrade and a maximum of 5 degrees. The temperature in the months of June and July are pretty similar.

Weather/Temperature in Autumn in Annapurna region Trek lasts from the end of September to the November. This is the part of the year when the cold starts to set in the Annapurna region. The maximum daytime temperature starts to go down from 20 degrees in September and falls to 12 degrees in November. The sun will not be as warm as that in the summers, but that is expected. In September the average nighttime temperature is almost 3 degrees. This starts to fall down and reach in between -7 to – 15 degrees in November

Weather/Temperature in Winter Annapurna region Trek in December, January and February. The coldest of all the months throughout the year, winter at Annapurna region as severely cold and poses challenges to the interested people. The average temperature during the daytime in the Annapurna region winters is 8 degree centigrade. There is not a lot of difference in the temperature in December, January as well as February. All three months are equally cold. Nighttime is when the temperature falls down drastically. The nighttime temperatures around -7 degrees but it can go as low as -15 degrees.

Weather/Temperature in Spring March/April/ May a perfect time to enjoy Annapurna region. The daytime temperature in March is around 12 degrees. This temperature goes up to 15-16 degrees in the month of April and peaks to almost 20 degrees in May. Devoid of biting cold and hot and wet summers, this is a glorious time for all Annapurna region lovers.The nighttime temperatures, although sometimes below zero are not alarmingly low. The lowest that nighttime temperatures get is -8 in March. This increases to -5 degrees in April and -3 in May.

Ghale Gaun Trek Equipment

Proper preparation and equipment will give you a great trekking experience. It is also possible to buy/rent trekking gear at affordable price in Kathmandu and Pokhara Nepal. Below is the recommended trekking equipment list for comfortable langtang trek.
Day trek pack
Extra layers, gloves, wind breaker and poncho
Sunscreen
Lip Balm with Sunscreen
Broad brimmed hat or bandana (for sun protection)
Iodine Water Tablets (personal preference)
Water Bottles or Camel Back
Sunglasses
Headlamp with extra batteries
Favorite Snacks
Waterproof bags to protect electronics or paperwork
Camera with extra batteries and memory cards
Umbrella (works great in a light rain or to protect from the sun)
Duct tape or moleskin for blisters
Toilet Paper
Trekking Poles (optional)
Thermos (optional for hot beverages)
Head/Hands
Wide brimmed hat
Wool hat (Should cover ears)/Balaclava
Lightweight Gloves
Insulated Wool/Down Mittens
Gaiters (optional)
Body/Leg/Bag
Moisture wicking long sleeve T-shirts (2)
Moisture wicking T-shirts (1)
Long underwear pants (2)
Underwear (5 to 7)
Heavy Fleece/Down Jacket
Long sleeve shirts (2)
Sweatshirt (optional)
Fleece Pants
Trekking Pants (2)
Shorts (optional)
Gore Tex Waterproof Jacket with hood
Rain Poncho that covers your day pack
Waterproof Pants
FootWear
Hiking boots with ankle support
Camp shoes or Tennis Shoes
Plastic bag to carry spare shoes
Hiking socks (10)
Sock Liners (optional)
Sleeping Bag
Sleeping bag rated to -20° degree centigrade
Sleeping bag liner (optional)
Sleeping bag stuff sack
Rucksack(Duffel Bag)/Daypacks
Duffel Bag for Carrying Your Gear (we provide this for the trek)
Day Pack for Carrying what you need on the trail
Small Lock(s) for duffel bag and day pack
Waterproof cover for daypack
Dry Bags in several sizes
Stuff sacks for dirty clothes/shoes
First Aid Kit/Toiletries
Advil or Ibuprofen
Diamox (for altitude sickness)
Personal Prescriptions
Medical Tape (for preventing treating blisters)
Antibiotics (Cipro for travelers’ diarrhea)
Diaper Rash Cream (Can treat rashes or chaffing)
Basic toiletries (Soap, Deodorant…)
Wet wipes
Panty Liners and Tampons
Sun/Face lotion
Hair brush
Hair ties
Hand warmers
Ear plugs for sleeping
Money/Paperwork
Passport (needed at entry gate for registration)
Spending Money
One Passport Size Photo (Needed for trekking permit
Other Items
Portable Solar Charger
Journal, pen and paper