Panchase Trekking - Panchase Trek - Annapurna Region Trekking

Panchashe Trek -This is a panoramic trek to beyond Phewa Lake in Pokhara. From Panchase you will see the great Himalayan peaks of Macchapuchare, Dhaulagiri, Annapurna, Lamjung and Manaslu. The terrain varies from subtropical valleys of banana trees and rice paddies to high ridges covered in rhododendron forest. This supports an abundant array of bird life. Along the way you will see many ethnic mixes, such as Brahmin, Magar and Gurung. This trek is off the beaten path and it is unlikely that you will meet many other trekkers here, and this trek is suitable for all ages and fitness levels.

Highlights: dramatic views of the Annapurnas and Macchapuchare, an insight into village life, an easy introductory trek.

Day 1. Pokhara/Bhumdi. (5500 feet and 3 to 4 hours walking) Start with an early morning drive to Thado Khola by way of David Falls, which takes about 7 hours. Your trekking crew will meet you in Thado Khola. After lunch, ascend towards Bhumdi village, which takes 2 and 1/2 hours. Overnight in Bhumdi with beautiful views of Ganesh Himal, Himalchuli, Manaslu, Annapurna range and Fishtail Mountain.
Day 2. Bhumdi/Bhanjyang. (7100 feet and 5 to 6 hours walking) Ascend through the forest for one hour and if the weather permits, see all the mountains mentioned on Day 1. After 3 hours, lunch then walk on a gentle trail for two hours through the forest. The trail then ascends to Bhanjyang for one and 1/2 hours. More spectacular views of the mountains and also Pokhara Bazaar and Phewa Lake.

Day 3. Bhanjyang/Chitre. (4810 feet and 6 to 7 hours walking) The trail ascends through the forest to the top of the Panchase Ridge at 8100 feet. This is the highest point on the trek. From here, view Pokhara, the Kusma Valley, all the Annapurna Range and the peak of Dhaulagari. The trail; ascends steeply through pastures and scattered forest top the village of Chitre for overnight.

Day 4. Chitre/Birethanti. (3400 feet and 4 to 5 hours walking) Trek through scattered villages for about two hours to the village of Thamarjung for lunch. Then an easy walk for two and 1/2 hours to reach Birethati. Camp at the school ground.

Day 5. Birethanti/Ghandrung. (4 to 5 hours walking) An easy walk for one and 1/2 hours to Seuli Bazaar then ascend for about two and 1/2 hours to Ghandrung for overnight.

Day 6. Ghandrung. Spend the day at leisure in Ghandrung.

Day 7. Ghandrung/Pothana. 5600 feet and 5 to 6 hours walking) Today the trail descends to Modi Khola where you cross the suspension bridge and ascend to Landrung village. Annapurna and Machapuchhre are clearly visible from the trail. Continue through scattered woods and then ascend steeply for one hour. Climb for two hours to Deurali where again you have excellent views of the Western Nepal Mountains. The trail then descends gradually to Pothana for overnight.

Day 8. Pothana/Phedi/Pokhara. After breakfast a one hour walk to Damphus, then an easy one and 1/2 hour walk along the ridge passing villages and paddy fields to Phedi. From here, you will drive for half an hour back to Pokhara.

Cost Include

Airport pickup and drop by car/van and bus.
Welcome dinner or last farewell dinner in kathmandu.
Round transportation.
Accommodation with breakfast in Kathmandu as per above program.
Tea House accommodation while on the trekking.
Highly experience, helpful and friendly English speaking guide, strong porter and their wages and salary.
Meals (breakfast, lunch and dinner) with tea and coffee during your trek.
Annapurna conservation area permits.
TIMS card charge (Trekkers Information Management System)
First aid medical kit available.
All government taxes.
Duffle bag to each clients ( if They need)

Cost Exclude

Lunch and Dinner while on kathmandu and pokhara.
International air fare to Nepal.
Nepal entry visa fee $40.( during 60 days from the date of issue.
Helicopter Rescue in any cases.
Airport tax at Tribhuban International Airport Nepal.
Items of personal nature.
Any kinds of alcoholic drinks, hot water, hot shower, cold drinks, phone call, internet, laundry etc.
Tips for your crews ( Guide, porter and driver)

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