There is a common misconception that there isn’t any suitable family adventure trip in Nepal. Because for most adventure enthusiasts, Nepal redirects to Everest Base Camp Trek. Debunking the myth, we’ve included the best packages suitable for families looking for a modest adventure.

Our Family Adventure Trip – Poon Hill Trek with Seti river rafting and Chitwan Jungle Safari is perfect for all ages. The trip begins with a visit to the historic and UNESCO world heritage sites in the Kathmandu Valley. Kathmandu, the former kingdom of the Newar people, is rich in heritage and is a hotpot of cultural diversity.

After a short flight to Pokhara, the touristic lake city west of Kathmandu, we visit some key places of interest. The next day we wake up to a spectacular view of the Himalayan range from the viewpoint of Sarangkot.

After 2 days in Pokhara, we start the Poon Hill trek by driving to Kimche and then trek to Ghandruk. The trek offers one of the best views of the fluted peak of Machhapuchhre (6,993m) along with Dhaulagiri (8,167m) and Annapurna (8,091m). Accommodation is comfortable in family-run trekkers’ lodges,  mostly run by the Gurung people, natives of the region.

The highlight of the trek is the sunrise over the horizon at the vantage point of Poon Hill. But the trail is beautiful with picturesque villages, dense rhododendron forests full of birds and deep sub-tropical valleys. The trek is easy to moderate with some steep ascents and descents.

Family Adventure Trip in Nepal is perfect for active families with pre-teen children or senior citizens who love the outdoors.

After the trek, we embark on a 2-day fun-filled rafting adventure on the Seti Khola river – with an added bonus of camping on the beach on the first day and then indulging in the luxurious resort in Chitwan. The Chitwan jungle safari experience is thrilling yet enlightening with a cascade of activities like the cultural dance program of the native Tharu people, bird watching tour, boating in the river, elephant breeding center informational tour, jeep safari, etc.

Keep Walking offers the best Nepal Family Adventure Trip in Nepal. The trip is a complete package offering insights into Nepal’s cultural, natural and harmonic beauty.

Trip Highlights

• A complete family adventure including culture and religion, hike through the mountains, white water rafting and jungle safari.
• Introductory trek for all ages; whether children or the elderly
• 4 days | 3 nights in Pokhara, the idyllic city of lakes.

Trip Grade - Introductory

Trip Summary

• Day 1 :Arrive Kathmandu and transfer to a hotel
• Day 2 :Guided tour of Pashupati, Boudha & Seechen Gumba
• Day 3 :Fly to Pokhara (820m; 25 min). Guided afternoon tour of Pokhara valley.
• Day 4 :Sunrise view at Sarangkot and visit Tibetan Refugee Camp
• Day 5 :Start Poon Hill Trek
• Day 6 :Trek to Tadapani (2630m; 4 hrs)
• Day 7 :Trek to Ghorepani (2850m; 5-6 hrs)
• Day 8 :Sunrise view at Poon hill (3,210; 45m) followed by the descent to Ulleri (1,960m; 4-5 hrs)
• Day 9 :End of Trek: Drive back to Pokhara (3-4 hrs)
• Day 10 :Full day at leisure
• Day 11 :Seti River rafting - Damauli to Saranghat
• Day 12 :Seti River rafting - Saranghatto Ghaighat, and drive to Chitwan
• Day 13 :Full day wildlife activities
• Day 14 :Drive back to Kathmandu (56 hrs).
• Day 15 :End of program: Departure

Daily Movements

Day 1: Arrive Kathmandu and transfer to a hotel

Our representative will pick you up at Kathmandu International Airport and drive you to your hotel. Depending upon what time you arrive, you can enjoy a full day at leisure and go on a welcome dinner with the KEEP WALKING FAMILY.

Look out for the KEEP WALKING NEPAL board behind the railing once you exit the airport terminal.

Overnight at Hotel Tibet (D)

 

Day 2: Guided tour of Pashupati, Boudha & Seechen Gumba

We start a little early to beat the rush hour traffic and drive to Boudha, one of the UNESCO world heritage site and a pilgrimage stop for Buddhists.

Boudhanath Stupa is surrounded by eateries, shops selling all kind of goods and monasteries housing monks and students studying Buddhism. There are usually devout pilgrims circumambulating the main stupa while some do so by laying flat on the ground.

Apart from this, we will also visit Schechen Gumba, a nearby monastery school. You can relax and soak all the unique yet mystifying ways of the people and even enjoy lunch in one of the rooftop eateries surrounding the Boudhanath Stupa.

We then drive to Pashupatinath, another UNESCO site and one of the holiest pilgrimage stop for Hindus all over the world. Only Hindus are allowed in the main temple complex while foreigners are permitted to visit the temples outside and even view the cremation ritual, which unlike in the west is publicly performed.

After driving back to the hotel, you can retreat or explore at your own convenience (Swayambhu is best to explore in the evening).

Overnight at Hotel Tibet (B)

 

Day 3: Fly to Pokhara (820m; 25 min). Guided afternoon tour of Pokhara valley.

After breakfast, we drive to the domestic airport for a quick flight to Pokhara (25m).

Upon arrival and checking-in at the hotel, we can either visit the sites around Pokhara or take rest and start later in the afternoon. The key places of interest are Lakeside, Mahendra cave, Bat cave, Tal Barahi temple, Gorkha Museums and Mountain museum.

Overnight at Sarangkot Mountain Lodge (B)

Day 4: Sunrise view at Sarangkot and visit Tibetan Refugee Camp

After a panoramic sunrise view over the mountains, we head towards Hemja which houses the Tibetian Refugee Camp where individuals are taught skills to help sustain while preserving their way of life.

We drive back to the hotel after lunch at the refugee camp.

Overnight at Hotel Barahi (B)

 

Day 5: Start Poon Hill Trek

The first day of the trek is comparatively easy as Kimche lies about 53 km (1.5 hrs) drive away from Pokhara and Ghandruk is just 200m (1 hr uphill hike) from Kimche. The drive to Kimche along the Modi Khola offers scenic views of terraced plantations, stone houses and roaring hills.

Ghandruk is one of the biggest Gurung village. The villagers are mostly Buddhist and still practice Shamanism and nature.  Gurungs were mostly farmers and shepherds but many are now enrolled in the British Gurkha Regiment. The village offers beautiful mountain views and has a Gurung Museum – detailing life and way of the local people, a monastery and a temple.

Overnight at a local lodge (B,L,D)

 

Day 6: Trek to Tadapani (2630m; 4 hrs)

The quaint village of Tadapani on a ridge and offers beautiful views of the Annapurna Massif, Lamjung Himal and Machhapuchre and is frequented by trekkers journeying to the Annapurna Base Camp and Khopra Ridge.

After breakfast, we hike through a pretty mixed subtropical forest of rhododendron, magnolia and pine. The forest is also home to common langur (Entelle monkeys). The trail is well defined and stone steps make the steep climb easy. In clear weather, Annapurna is visible throughout the trail.

Overnight at a local lodge (B,L,D)

 

Day 7: Trek to Ghorepani (2850m; 5-6 hrs)

After breakfast, we start descending down the forest to a river crossing across a wooden bridge. Descending further, we reach the village of Banthahti from where the trail gradually ascends through a dense forest to Deurali viewpoint. After Deurali, we hike further north to Thinga Thapla viewpoint, a.k.a Gurung Hill, (3,165m), the highest point of the day. This is actually the best view as the snowcapped Annapurna range appears closer than from Poon Hill. 

After a quick descent, we arrive at the village of Ghorepani.

Overnight at a local lodge (B,L,D)

 

Day 8: Sunrise view at Poon hill (3,210; 45m) followed by the descent to Ulleri (1,960m; 4-5 hrs)

For the highlight of our Poon Hill trek, we start early in the morning for a 45m to climb to Poon Hill. The morning gruel is usually rewarded by a spectacular sunrise over the mountains; the rising sun over the snow-clad Annapurna massif, Gangapurna, Dhaulagiri, Machhapuchre and Himchuli is truly a sight to behold.

After spending some time on the mountain top, we start the long descent to the village of Ulleri.

Overnight at a local lodge (B,L,D)

 

Day 9: End of Trek: Drive back to Pokhara (3-4 hrs)

We drive back to Pokhara on a dirt road passing through Tikhedhunga and Nayapul, from whence we are back on the Beni Baglung highway to Pokhara.

At Pokhara, the rest of the day is at leisure.

Overnight at Hotel Barahi (B)

 

Day 10: Full day at leisure

You have the whole day at leisure to enjoy the sights and sounds of Pokhara or a day tour to World Peace Stupa.

Overnight at Hotel Barahi (B)

 

Day 11: Seti River rafting - Damauli to Saranghat

Bidding our farewell to Pokhara, we drive to Damauli, our put-in point. Once, all members of the rafting party have assembled, the guide will brief about the safety measure.

The first leg of the journey takes us to Saranghat, where we camp for the night. The river is graded 2-3 which means there will be some adventure along the way.  

Overnight camping by the riverside beach (B,L,D)

 

Day 12: Seti River rafting - Saranghatto Ghaighat, and drive to Chitwan

After breakfast, we will set off downriver leaving Seti River behind and approaching Trisuli River. The rapids are more technical here but more fun as well.

From Trishuli, the middle hills disappear and the plains of Terai open up. The tangled, severe rock formations give way to sandstone and gravel deposits.

After lunch, we carry on till Gaighat from where we bid farewell to the river and drive to Chitwan (3-4 hrs).

At Chitwan, we will be briefed by our nature guide about the upcoming day’s program and are usually greeted by Tharu stick dance in the evening.

Overnight at Barahi Jungle Lodge Resort, Meghauli (B,L,D)

 

Day 13: Full day wildlife activities

After an early morning refreshment, we canoe on the river for an excellent birdwatching program, followed by breakfast. After rest, we can either join the Elephant Back Safari or Jeep Safari (you will have to inform the previous day), a trip to the Elephant Breeding Center, elephant bathing and a jungle walk.

Overnight at Barahi Jungle Lodge Resort, Meghauli (B,L,D)

 

Day 14: Drive back to Kathmandu (56 hrs).

You will drive back to Kathmandu along the Mahendra Highway.

In the evening, we are welcome to join a farewell dinner with Keep Walking Nepal’s family to celebrate your visit to Nepal.

Overnight at Hotel Tibet (B,D)

 

Day 15: End of program: Departure

An office representative will drive you to the Kathmandu International Airport 3 hrs prior to the scheduled flight time.

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