About Panchase Hill Trek – 8 Days:
Kathmandu Summit Adventure’s Panchase Hill trekking starts from the beautiful city of Pokhara. You will experience panoramic views over 8000 meters high Dhaulagiri, Manaslu and Annapurna mountains. While on the Panchase Hill Trek, Machhapuchhre (fishtail) is always present twinkling on the horizon. Panchase Hill is a new trek designed for those who are looking for something different, less touristy and easy to walk.
Panchase Hill trekking is an ideal trip for families, those who only have a short time and like to combine trekking with cultural seeing. There is no need for altitude acclimatization. Kathmandu Summit Adventure’s Panchase Hill trekking is designed for camping arrangements, everything is handled by our team of porters, Sherpas and cooks who carry the equipment, set up the camp and have hot meals waiting for you at every food break.
Itinerary
Day 01: Arrive in Kathmandu (1,300m/4,264ft):
Upon your arrival at Tribhuwan International Airport in Kathmandu, a representative from Kathmandu Summit Adventure will greet you and take you to your hotel. After checking in, you can rest or visit the Kathmandu Summit Adventure office. You may also want to explore the streets of Thamel, a popular tourist hub in Kathmandu, where you can shop for souvenirs. In the evening, a welcome dinner will be hosted by Kathmandu Summit Adventure, featuring delicious Nepalese cuisine that will give you a taste of the country’s authentic food culture. Overnight stay in Kathmandu.
Day 02: Kathmandu to Pokhara (960m / 6hrs or ½ hr) B Drive to Pokhara:
Pokhara is situated on the side of Lake Fewa, it is a beautiful area with Fishtail Mountain (Machhapuchhare) rising not far behind within the Annapurna range. Only 200km from Kathmandu it can take 6/8 hours by road depending on the season.
Day 03: After breakfast the Panchase hill trek from Lakeside:
After breakfast start the Panchase hill trek from Lakeside, Pokhara. The route goes through Fewa Lake sideways to the west of Pokhara and after the end of the Lake, the route will be diverted by passing the cultural villages around the valley. On this day you will have all the way flat walking about 5 hrs. Finally, we will be at the campsite in the village called Ghantichhina, on the way we will have an hour’s lunch break near the river bank at Pame village.
Day 04: Ghantichhina to Bhanjyang:
Today the route goes a gentle climb up to the campsite for about 5-6 hrs. Slow walk, on the way to the Bhanjyang you will have splendid views of the massif Annapurna range including Mt. Manaslu and more. The Bhanjyang is also the best viewpoint of the surroundings views of the Panchase hill trek.
Day 05: Bhanjyang to Bhadaure village (3-4 hrs):
The trek is easygoing and walks through thick forest and always great views of Himalayas closer and wildlife.
Day 06: Bhadaure Village to Australian Camp (4-5 hrs):
At the beginning of the trek, after Kade village, the route goes a gentle climb up to the campsite. This is another closer viewpoint of the Annapurna Himalayan range
Day 06: Pothana via Australian Camp to Phedi and drive back to Pokhara:
Day 07: Drive to Kathmandu and join the group for farewell dinner:
Early morning at around 7:00 am, we drive by tourist bus to Kathmandu along the Trishuli and Marshyadgdi Rivers through the beautiful countryside of Nepal that offers villages, Rivers greeneries, rice fields and wonderful mountain sceneries. After nearly 5-6 hours drive, we arrive in Kathmandu. Your day is free, however, at even tide; you will be taken to a well-known Nepali kitchen for a delicious farewell dinner of the original Nepalese cuisine. As you enjoy your meal, you will also be entertained by an exciting cultural dance performed by the local bells. We stay overnight at the hotel (B, D).
Service Included:
- Free airport picks upon your arrival and a drop at the end of your trip
- Annapurna Conservation Area Project Permit.
- 2 nights accommodation in Pokhara.
- TIMS (Trekkers’ Information Management Systems)
- All necessary ground transportation as per itinerary
- Complete free trekking information before going to trek
- Full Board (Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner) during the trek
- All night in local teahouses/lodges during trekking
- An experienced license holder Trekking Guide
- Foods, transportation, accommodations and local tax for guides & porters
- Medical first aid kit box (which is carried by your team)
- A down jacket, sleeping bag and all necessary trekking gear are available on a hire
- Trekking Map
Service Excluded:
- Your travel insurance (Travel insurance is compulsory to take an adventure trip and it must cover both medical & emergency evacuation with a worth of USD 100, 000.00 minimum.
- Hot shower, WIFI, and any electronic battery charges during only in trekking
- Bottled/alcoholic/cold drinks, room service, and cart meal.
- Extra night accommodation or meals in Kathmandu because of early arrival, late departure and early return from trekking (due to any reason) than the scheduled itinerary
- Tips and gratitude to your guides, porters, and drivers
- Nepal entry visa fees
Note: The above-mentioned program itinerary is a sample. The period and cost of tour, trekking, volunteering or internship can be changed or extended as per travellers or volunteers' availability of duration.
