Adventure Friendship
Panchase Trek
Trip Overview
Trip Highlight
- Short and accessible trek suitable for all fitness levels.
- Panoramic views of Dhaulagiri, Annapurna, Manaslu, Machhapuchhre, Lamjung, and Gangapurna.
- Explore ethnic villages of Gurung, Brahmin, Magar, and Kami communities.
- Visit the World Peace Pagoda with stunning views of Phewa Lake and surrounding mountains.
- Trek through rhododendron forests, orchid-rich protected areas, and serene landscapes.
- Spectacular sunrise and sunset opportunities over the Himalayan range.
- Combination of trekking, boating, cultural exploration, and photography.
Detailed Itinerary
- Day 1 : Pokhara – Boat Ride to World Peace Pagoda – Trek to Bumdi (1,540m)
After breakfast, enjoy a boat ride across Phewa Lake to the trailhead. Begin your trek ascending to the World Peace Pagoda, offering magnificent panoramic views of the lake and surrounding mountains. Continue through rhododendron forests and small villages like Lukum Swara. Reach Bumdi village, inhabited by Gurung and Brahmin communities. Trek distance: 10 km (~3 hours). Overnight stay in camps.
- Day 2 : Bumdi – Trek to Panchase Bhanjyang (2,100m)
Start early trekking through lush forests, listening to birds and observing wildlife such as monkeys. Enjoy intermittent mountain views, including Dhaulagiri, Annapurna, Manaslu, Machhapuchhre, and Gangapurna. Trek along jeep trails to reach Panchase Bhanjyang, a hilltop pass offering scenic landscapes. Trek distance: 10.5 km (~4 hours). Overnight stay in camps.
- Day 3 : Panchase Bhanjyang – Trek to Panchase Peak (2,500 m) – Descend to Bhadaure (1,700 m)
Ascend to Panchase Peak, the highest point of the trek. Optionally, wake up early to catch a stunning sunrise over the Himalayas. Enjoy panoramic 360° views of Annapurna, Dhaulagiri, Manaslu, and Machhapuchhre. Descend via Aldana hills to reach Bhadaure village, experiencing local cultures of Brahmin, Gurung, and Kami communities. Trek distance: 7.5 km (~3 hours). Overnight stay in camps.
- Day 4 : Bhadaure – Trek/Drive to Naudanda – Drive to Pokhara
Trek or drive from Bhadaure to Naudanda, interacting with locals along the way. Enjoy lunch and then travel by jeep or bus to Pokhara, relishing the scenic hills and valleys en route. Optional trekking to Pokhara takes ~7 hours. Overnight stay at hotel in Pokhara (not included in package).
Trip Cost Inclusion
- International arrival and departure transfers
- 3 nights in mountain tea houses (twin-sharing)
- Trek to Naudanda and transfer to Pokhara by jeep/bus
- Local government entry permits (Trek Card)
- Annapurna Conservation Area Project (ACAP) permits
- TIMS (Trekkers’ Information Management Systems) card
- 4 breakfasts (local & continental), 4 simple lunches, 3 dinners at tea houses (veg & non-veg)
- English-speaking, government-licensed trekking guide with minimum 10 years of experience
- Meals, insurance, and first aid kit for guide
- Well-paid salary for guide per government/association rates
Trip Cost Exclusion
- Nepal visa fees
- Tips for guides, porters, and drivers
- Extra days beyond itinerary
- Personal expenses (drinks, laundry, Wi-Fi, gear, hot showers, battery charges)
- Travel insurance (mandatory: USD 100,000 minimum for medical & emergency evacuation)
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