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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.
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.
Travel Insurance
It’s a situation upon becoming a member of any of Nepal Planet’s journeys that everyone customers be insured for extensive costs that could incur because of medical issues or injuries (this consists of helicopter rescue, treatment costs and air ambulance). Please note that we don’t arrange or sell coverage.
Accomodation
Nepal planet company is the best all kinds of hotel accommodation provided in Kathmandu pokhara, and among other city, with teahouse for during the trek, like your suitable budget requirements as well. Also an all-inclusive listing of tea houses, homestay, guest houses and hostels are available. The most wonderful issue about those accommodation services is the perfect combination of international standard and Nepalese hospitality. Even though single rooms are available in Kathmandu and the trekking areas at lower elevation, it might be hard to locate them at higher elevations.
Meals
Some point of our trekking area, we are able to enjoy real Nepalese meals as properly the common international delicacies food (Tibetan, continental, Indian, Italian and so on.). Breakfast and dinner will be served from the tea-houses or from a hotel menu wherein we spend the night time whereas lunch may be served on the next following destination. All meals can be supplied at some stage in trekking while only breakfast could be available at Kathmandu and Pokhara. You will also welcome and farewell dinners for visitors.
Acclimatization
To make a sure you go back from trekking and hiking trip in the Himalayas in Nepal with a lot of satisfied and unforgettable memories, it’s far essential which you’re aware of the altitude acclimatization required through the human body in mountain situations. Advisable acclimatization is most important in our trekking routes are planned specifically to allow a sluggish gain in altitude with lots of our treks having extra days to permit time for acclimatization. By using slowly gaining height we attain the blessings of a gradual advantage in fitness and acclimatization. We provide advice about acclimatization and with the sensible technique we take all of our treks, anyone who is suit and healthy must have few issues.On our Trekking and climbing trip in Nepal.
Leader & Staffs Arrangements
We have professional and experienced Leaders who are responsible for tours and treks. They’re the only who keep our name and fame of our workplace. We’re proud to have them as our leaders. Leaders lead the excursion and trek in Nepal, Tibet, India and Bhutan. We have experienced of workers who have worked in excessive altitude for long time with us. Our staffs are loyal, faithful, hardworking and constantly dedicated to their paintings. Our group is continually at the pinnacle. The trek and expedition leaders have passed through the subsequent trainings:
Physical Condition & Experience Requirements
Fitness is wealth. Last healthful we would have the ability to finish the journey (trek and tour) with none trouble. So, preparation must be completed months ago. Like for Kailas journey we would be heading to over 5620 meter pass. So, for this experience we should be organized from around 3 months in advance.Like we would need to walk every day. Do normal workout which maintains us healthy at the same time as we are at discipline.Enjoy is different essential factor.We have to hike to hill. We should sluggish down our pace. It is right to be blanketed from the wind, rain.Like we should wear down jackets with layers to get protected.
Equipments & Packing List
This list is a guiding principle that will help you to your adventure. Also keep in mind that the gadgets listed below will vary a little consistent with the season and the trek length. The weight limit for your bags is 20 kg. Remember the fact that your bags will be carried by using your porter. We also suggest that you pack only what is necessary.
Important documents and items
Head
Feet
Hands
Lower Body
Upper Body
Accessories
