Kathmandu Ghandruk Trek 5 days, family-friendly short trek to Landruk and Ghandruk village in Annapurna, a gateway to Annapurna Base Camp. The top best short treks in Nepal, Ghandruk village is an ideal hike to experience Nepal’s epic trekking experience. Ghandrung village is home to the Gurkhas and the Annapurna and Fishtail mountain. The trip to Ghandruk begins from Kathmandu by a day bus travel or short flight to Pokhara, Kande, Australian Camp, Tolkha, Ghandruk, Nayapul to Pokhara by car. Ghandruk Trek in Annapurna from Kathmandu is suitable for beginners.
Kathmandu to Ghandruk is one of the most accessible and culturally rich short trekking route in the Annapurna region. The 5-day trek begins with a scenic drive or flight from Kathmandu to Pokhara, followed by a short drive to Nayapul or Phedi for trekking towards Ghandruk Village.
Kathmandu Ghandruk Trek is one of the best short treks in Nepal can do in 5 days. Kathmandu Ghandruk trek leads the trail of Poonhill route. Thus, you will view the stunning rice paddies, beautiful villages, and ancient stone stairs. The Annapurna Ghandruk Village trekking is simply gorgeous including the view towards Annapurna South, Fishtail and Hiunchuli.
An ideal trek does not ascends above 2000m. There is less risky if you are prone to Altitude sickness and perfect for the inexperience trekkers. The Kathmandu Ghandruk Trek begins just an hour’s drive from Pokhara, after a day tourist bus travel from Kathmandu. There is also a flight to Pokhara takes 30 minutes short and scenic mountain flight. It depends on your choice and budget.
The 5 days trekking to Ghandruk village is suitable any time of year but Spring, Autumn and Winter are the best season. All traveler can easily do 5 days Ghandruk Trek, there is not a restriction age group. You do not a need much fitness level. The short 3 days Ghandruk Trek also explores lot of experience which create grateful journey in a lifetime.
Trekking way up through dense forests of Rhododendron before coming upon a series of vegetable paddies on their way to Ghandruk village. The Ghandruk Village is the highlight of the trek with its bustling streets and cultural heritage. You’ll get spectacular views of some of the giants of the Himalayas including Annapurna, Hiunchuli and Machapuchare.
Short Kathmandu Ghandruk Trek 5 Days Itinerary
Day 01: Kathmandu to Pokhara(850m, 200km, 6 hours)
Day 02: Pokhara to Tolka(1700m,4-5 hours)
Day 03: Tolka to Ghandruk(2000m, 4-5 hours)
Day 04: Ghandruk to Pokhara(850m,5-6 hours)
Day 05: Pokhara to Kathmandu(1300m, 200km, 6 hours)