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Sarangkot & Dhampus Short Hiking details Itinerary in Pokhara

  • 7 Days
  • Sept - Nov & Mar - May
  • Easy
  • Tea House
  • 1720m
  • Car/Van/Bus/Flight
  • 1-15 PAX
  • Kathmandu.

Sarangkot & Dhampus Short Hiking is no question that among the many incredible mountains Annapurna Mountains is also one of the most popular places for visitors to enjoy in Nepal. These awesome snow-capped peaks rise majestically over Phewa Lake in Pokhara & Sarangkot & Dhampus Hiking.

For those who’ve never tried trekking, or don’t have time for a major trek in the mountains, the Sarangkot Trek is an ideal experience. Just in three days, you can get some close-up views of the incredible Himalayas.

The trek is easy and takes you from the wonderful hill of Sarangkot where you can watch great sunrise and sunset over the mountains. From along the trail, you can easily see Mt. Dhaulagiri and Annapurna I, the 7th and 10 the highest mountains in the world.

The trek takes you through interesting villages which offer some great mountain views as well as opportunities to observe the lifestyle and culture of the local people. You can experience Gurung culture at its finest in the village of Dhampus.

The trekking involves local lodges, where you can sit on the verandas sipping a cup of tea in the mornings while gazing at the snowcapped peaks. The trek is not very challenging, although there are some stone steps to climb to reach Dhampus Village.

The total time needed for this trek is five days, which includes traveling by first-class luxury bus from Kathmandu to Pokhara which takes one day or you can also take your own private car or jeep which totally depends upon your group. You can also fly both ways Kathmandu to Pokhara and Pokhara-Kathmandu. Therefore, we have many options to go to Pokhara and get back to Kathmandu.

Whether you are a first-timer or a seasoned trekker, this trek will definitely give you a real feel of the immense beauty as well as the unique local culture of the Himalayas. The Sarangkot Trek is an ideal way to spend a few days in the very heart of the Himalayan beauty. Isn’t it time that you discover the Annapurna Mountains for yourself.

 

Detailed Itinenary

We will meet at the Airport and drive you to your hotel.  You can freshen up yourself and have a rest after your long journey. After that, we will go for an evening walk around Thamel which is the center of attraction for the tourist. You can shop or enjoy the view around you and get ready for the tomorrow.

We will start our journey in the early morning at 7:00 am. We will drive from Kathmandu to  Pokhara and enjoy the riverside. The road follows by Trisuli River where you can see many people rafting on the river. After 6/7 hours (200km) drive, we will reach to Pokhara (a city of Lake, literally). Or you can take a flight which takes aroundor 25mins. You have a good chance to do some last minute shopping and self-exploration around the town, walk around lakes, boating, cycling, etc.(Overnight at deluxe hotel on BB basis).

After breakfast we will drive for an hour drive to Phedi,  Phedi is a small town, which is one of the gateways to the Annapurna region. From Phedi, we will hike to Dhampus which will approximately take 2-3 hours.  (Overnight at tea house on full board basis).

Wake up early and have a view of sunrise and start the trail descends down to Dhampus River (Stream) and after crossing the river, the trail ascends gradually through the paddy fields and small forest to reach Naudanda Village. After reaching Naudanda we will walk through the Chhetri and Brahmins Villages after walking for a few hours we will reach to Sarangkot. Sarangkot offers a Himalayan panorama consisting of the mighty peaks such as the Annapurnas, Himalchuli, Machhapuchhre, and Lamjung Lamjung plus Pokhara and Phewa Lake view (Overnight at tea house on full board basis).

At the early morning, we will go to  Sarangkot Sunrise View Point to observe the sunrise over the whole Annapurna and Dhaulagiri Ranges including fishtail as well as other Soaring Mountain. After having a breakfast trek down to Pokhara which will almost take you  3 hours downhill through a small forest and cultivated fields. In the evening our guide will take you for sightseeing in Pokhara valley and visit the highlights of Pokhara and the surrounding areas. The place to visit pilgrimage sites of Hindus temple Bindabashini, which is one of the most important popular Hindu temples in Pokhara. After two-hour boating in Phewa lake, we will visit to the Barahi temple which one is an island in Phewa Lake and we will also visit other popular places like David fall (Waterfall), Ghupteshower cave, etc (Overnight at deluxe hotel on BB basis).

You could choose the afternoon flight to Kathmandu. Before you fly back to Kathmandu you may take an optional sightseeing tour around Pokhara or enjoy adventurous activities such as boating, paragliding, etc. While returning to Kathmandu from Pokhara, be sure to catch the left side of airplane for the best views of Himalayas. Or if you want, you can choose road transportation to go back to Kathmandu. After 6/7 hours of a long drive, you will arrive at Kathmandu. The day at leisure to rest, perhaps catch up on some last minute shopping or explore any sights you missed during your first day in Kathmandu. Remember, we will be hosting a fantastic celebration “Farewell dinner” at traditional Nepalese restaurant together with Mountain Guide Trek staffs for successful completion of the Dhampus Sarangkot Trek! (Overnight at deluxe hotel on BB basis).

At the last day, we will drop you at the airport according to your departure time.

Service Includes

  • Airport / Hotel / Airport pick up & drop by private car.
  • 2 nights accommodation in 3 star category hotel in Kathmandu located tourist center BB plan..
  • Meals on full board (Breakfast, lunch and dinner) during the in trekking
  • Local fresh fruits like orange, apple, banana and grape etc.
  • All accommodations during the trek.
  • Annapurna Trekking Map
  • Kathmandu To Pokhara and back to Kathmandu By Tourist Bus.
  • Drive to Pokhara to nayapool Via car or Van pickup and pickup as well.
  • An experienced Government licensed holder guide.
  • Food, drinks, accommodation, insurance, salary, equipments, transportation, local tax for Guide
  • Group medical supplies (first aid kit will be available).
  • All necessary Government paper works and Conservation entry permits and TIMS Card etc.
  • Travel & Rescue arrangement.
  • All government taxes and Vat.

Service Excludes

  • Meals yourself Kathmandu (L+D).
  • Your Travel insurance.
  • International airfare.
  • Nepal entry visa ( You can obtain a visa easily upon your arrival at Nepal’s Airport in Kathmandu).
  • All kind drinks (Alcoholic, hot and cold drinks)
  • Personal shopping and laundry etc.
  • Personal trekking Equipments.
  • Tips for trekking staff and driver. (Tipping is expected, but it is not mandatory)
  • If do any tour and sightseeing and other activities etc.

Frequently asked question about this trip

The Himalayan country, Nepal has lots to special offer to travellers. Nepal’s attractions are numerous and diverse, from its popular monuments and ancient sites just like the Kathmandu durbar square, Pashupatinath temple and the wildlife reserves like chitwan national park in which you can spot and meet many natural wildlife. You  can looking to trekking within the Himalayas, exploring culture, historical past attractions or relax & unwind within the peace & tranquility Nepal has them all.

The Nepalese rupee is the local money. It’s usually great to change your money once you arrive in Nepal. Euros, sterling and US dollars are all simple way to exchange for rupees at local banks and money exchange. The most of credit cards and debit cards are extensively commonplace at the ATMs shops, Hotels and eating places in tourist area.

Oh yes, a few kind of journey coverage is relatively endorsed. maximum tour insurance covers emergency flights, clinical prices, and theft or lack of possessions. If you plan to move rafting or hiking, make sure your insurance covers these “dangerous sports.” keep in mind to keep your receipts to make claims. With a view to make claims on misplaced or stolen gadgets, you’ll need a police file issued in Nepal.

Usually, Nepal’s weather is split into 3 seasons –summer season winter and the monsoon. Normally, the winter season (October to February) is the desired and considered as the quality time for lots of travelers to go to travel. The Himalayas and Mountain stations are explored throughout the summer time (March to May additionally).

The monsoon season (june to September) brings the heavy rain.

Nepal has precise flight connections from united kingdom. There are several direct flights to Nepal from the UK. Although, there aren’t any direct flights from the london to kathmandu, nepal, you could choose to fly both through new delhi, dubai, muscat, bahrain or bangkok. Flight times range among 12-14 hours depending on which airlines you are flying with.

Yes, you can get your entrance visa at Tribhuvan International Airport (TIA), Kathmandu upon your landing.

Sure, You could observe for a visa earlier than you travel or upon arrival on the airport. please notice, Nepal visa are valid from the date you arrive within the country. For extra information about visa, please go to visit http://www.nepalimmigration.gov.np

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