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Annapurna · 2 days · Price on request

Ghandruk Loop

A two-day introduction to the Annapurna foothills, centered around the beautiful slate-roofed Gurung village of Ghandruk with spectacular views of Annapurna South.

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Your time on the trail

Every day, a little further.

2 days from Pokhara. Select a day to explore where it takes you.

  1. Drive from Pokhara to the roadhead at Nayapul or Birethanti, then walk up the stone stairs through cultivated terraces to Ghandruk.

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  2. Watch the sunrise over Annapurna South, explore the village and its museum, then descend to the road for the drive back to Pokhara.

Before you set off
Highest point
2,012 m
Season
Year-round, though best in October–November and March–May
Stay
Very comfortable teahouses and lodges

Confirm current local entry requirements. ACAP entry applies.

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Before you go

Ghandruk Loop: common questions

How many days is the Ghandruk Loop trek?

A common itinerary is 2 days starting and finishing at Pokhara. Add buffer time for weather, road conditions and, where relevant, domestic flights.

How high does the Ghandruk Loop trek go?

The highest point on this itinerary is about 2,012 m. It stays in the foothills, so altitude illness is unlikely but not impossible.

What permits does the Ghandruk Loop trek need?

Confirm current local entry requirements. ACAP entry applies. Check the current Nepal Tourism Board and Department of Immigration pages close to departure, and ask a government-registered agency to name every permit your itinerary requires.

When is the best season for the Ghandruk Loop trek?

Year-round, though best in October–November and March–May. Winter is colder with snow higher up; the monsoon brings rain, cloud and, on some trails, leeches.

What does the Ghandruk Loop trek cost?

Price on request per person. Final cost depends on your dates, group size and agreed inclusions. Ask for an itemised quote before booking.

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