Panchase Trek-12 Days

Trip Facts

Duration 12 Days
Max. Altitude: 2,517m
Group size 2-14 pax persons
Best Season Jan, Feb, Mar, Apr, Nov, Dec
Activity Trekking
LOCATION Annapurna Region
Start/End Kathmandu, Nepal

Trip Highlights

  • Short and easy trek for beginners
  • Alternating landscapes: plains, paddy fields, forests and valleys
  • View of high peaks (Annapunra range, Dhaulagiri, Machapuchhre, Lamjung Himal, Hiuchuli and Manaslu) and the Pokhara valley down below
  • Visit the small ethnic Gurung, Magar and Brahmin village
  • Excellent for birdwatching communities

Overview

The Panchase trek, in comparison to Annapurna Base Camp Trek or Annapurna Circuit Trek, is relatively easy. Besides breathtaking panoramas and engaging cultural encounters, the trek is perfect for anyone who loves to wander off the beaten path. The trail is ideal autumn through spring; i.e. October, November, December, January, February, March & April. But, the trek isn’t ideal in summer or pre-autumn months as the region is one of the wettest in Nepal.

The Panchase trek region is mostly inhabited by the Gurung people with a minor mix of Magar, Brahmin and other ethnicities. The main highlight of the Panchase trek is the sunrise view of Machhapuchhre, Dhaulagiri, Annapurna, Lamjung and Manaslu from Panchase Peak (2,500m).

The trek starts from Pokhara. We can either drive to the village Bhumdi or hike via the World Peace Stupa trail. Following the age-old trail, we hike through a forest to Panchase Bhanjyang (4hrs), a small village of mixed ethnicities. The next morning, we climb Panchase Peak for a magnificent sunrise view and then descend to Bhadaure  (3-4 hrs). Finally, the trek ends at Naudanda (2 hrs) from where we drive back to Pokhara (1-2hrs).

The Panchase Peak Trek is a good alternative to popular treks like ABC or Poon Hill. The mountains are a bit further away but just as beautiful. The viewpoints, beautiful forest trails and cultural encounters are as interesting. This trek is also a great alternative to the Nagarkot trek in Kathmandu. The views are much better; terraced farmlands and rhododendrons bloom (in March only) while we stay overnight in quiet homestays.

Our 4-day Panchase trek itinerary is a suitable short trek for beginners or anyone with limited time in Nepal.

Itinerary

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.

Accommodation Overnight at Hotel Tibet
Meal B, D

After breakfast, your guide will pick you from the hotel and drive or walk to Swayambhu which takes 20-25 minute. At Swayambhu you can explore the whole area and spend 2 hrs there. Then we drive to Kathmandu Durbar Square to have lunch there and explore the area. You can visit Durbar, house of living goddess Kumari, busy Assan market, and many. At around 3 you will drive back to the hotel and the remaining leisure time is all yours.

Accommodation Overnight at Hotel Tibet
Meal Breakfast

We start the morning a little early to beat the rush hour traffic at 08:30. We begin with a 30m drive to Boudha, one of the most holy sites for Buddhists. In the morning, monks and pilgrims circumambulate while chanting mantras while the whole area is full of incense smoke. Apart from this, you will visit Schechen Gumba, a nearby monastery school.

After lunch, we will drive around 30 mins to Pashupatinath, the holiest place for Hindus. Non-hindus aren’t allowed in the main temple complex but can see the sights on the opposite bank of the Bagmati river where bodies are cremated. Afterwards, we drive to Bhaktapur and visit key places of interest.

Accommodation Overnight at Bhaktapur at Milla Guest House
Meal Breakfast

It takes 6 hours driving by tourist bus or private vehicle, that’s why it’s better to drive in the morning that leaves a lot of the afternoon to fall in love with its beauty.

It’s your own leisure time to stay the day. Explore around Pokhara or rest at the hotel.

Accommodation Overnight in Pokhara at a lakeside Hotel
Meal Breakfast

After breakfast, we start our tour around Pokhara Valley today. At first, we drive 20-25 mins to reach Mahendra Cave and explore, and 10 min walk to reach Bat cave. Then we come back to where we park our vehicle and from there 10-15 mins drive to KI Singh Bridge. Then we will come back to Lakeside Pokhara and have lunch and rest for a while. We take a short drive of 17 min from Lakeside to reach Gurkha Memorial Museum and explore the museum. After that, we head towards another International Mountain Museum before 5:00 pm. Then back to the hotel.

Accommodation Overnight in Pokhara at a lakeside Hotel
Meal Breakfast

Our journey begins with a boat ride across Phewa Lake and hike to the World Peace Pagoda (45m), a popular tourist attraction in Pokhara. As we continue along the trekking trail, we descend down through the forest with moderate ups and downs to Lukum Swara, a mostly ethnic Gurung with scattered Brahman and Magar settlements. After exploring the village, we hike further to our final destination, Bhumdi village.

Accommodation Overnight at the local lodge
Meal B, L, D

Today’s hike takes us up and down through valleys but time and again the mountains will be visible. The peaks to look out for are Lamjung, Gangapurna, Machhapuchhre, Dhaulagiri, Annapurna I, and Manaslu.  The variety of flora and fauna; birds, marsupials, monkeys and orchids, in the forest is particularly interesting. During the spring season, rhododendron, the national flower of nepal covers the entire scenery. After passing through these woods we reach Panchase Bhanjyang, our destination for the night.

Accommodation Overnight at local lodge
Meal B, L, D

Early morning, we climb the stone steps up to Panchase Peak (2517m) for sunrise view, which is the highest point of this trek. You can see the impressive panorama of the mountains that you have just seen on the trek so far. Breakfast at the top, then spend the rest of the day gently going down to Bhadaure.

Accommodation Overnight at local lodge
Meal B, L, D

Today’s walk descends slowly through several villages, following a jeep trail along the way. The trekking trail meets the road at Naudanda, from where we will drive back to Pokhara.

At Pokhara, you have rest of the day at leisure.

Overnight at Pokhara (B)

After a morning flight to Kathmandu (1,370m; 30m) you will be driven to your hotel.

The rest of the afternoon is at leisure for you to shop or if you would like, we will arrange for you to visit Patan Durbar Square, another UNESCO world heritage site.

Accommodation Overnight at Hotel Tibet
Meal Breakfast

You have the whole day at leisure for shopping souvenirs  or go for a massage.

In the evening there will be a farewell dinner by Keep Walking Nepal to celebrate your trek and visit to Nepal.

Accommodation Overnight at Hotel Tibet
Meal Breakfast, Dinner

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

Meal Breakfast

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  • All airport pick ups and drops
  • Half day Kathmandu sightseeing with tour guide
  • 4 night hotel in Tibet Kathmandu on BB | 3 night hotel in Pokhara on BB | 1 night hotel in Milla Guest House, Bhaktapur on BB
  • All local transportation as per as itinerary
  • Pokhara – Kathmandu Airfare
  • Kathmandu to Pokhara transportation
  • Food and accommodation during the trek
  • All permits & entrance fees as per program (unless mentioned otherwise)
  • Sleeping Bag, down jacket and kit bag during the trek
  • Guide and porter
  • Staff insurance

  • Lunch and dinner in Kathmandu and Pokhara
  • Visa fee
  • Travel insurance
  • Any kind of alcoholic drinks, Drinking water, cold drinks, laundry, phone call
  • Tips for guide, porter and driver

Equipment

Here is a list of what you might want to pack for the hike. Please take this as a starting point. You’ll need layers of warmer clothing during the winter. We provide a 75 liter duffel bag for you to use for the trek. It will be given to you during your pre-trip meeting in Kathmandu. The duffle bag is yours to keep. Also, you can rent sleeping bag and down jacket with us at the additional fee of USD 35 for each once you are in Kathmandu.

  General

  • All the ground transportation as per itinerary.
  • Welcome or fare well dinner in kathmandu.
  • 4 Seasons Sleeping Bag
  • Extra Batteries/Power Bank
  • Charger for Devices
  • Travel Adapter

  Body

  • Sun Hat or Scarf, Sunglasses, Headband
  • Light Balaclava or Warm Fleece Hat
  • Hiking Boots & Camp Shoes
  • Hiking pants & Fleece Pants
  • Wool Socks & Lightweight Inner Socks
  • Thermal Tops & T-Shirts
  • Gloves or Mittens

  Accessories

  • Headlamp & Water Bottles
  • First Aid Kit
  • Trekking Poles
  • Toiletries
  • Lip Balm & Earplugs
  • Water Purification Tablets
  • Dry Bags/Ziploc Bags

  Other Essentials

  • Passport
  • Extra copies of passport-sized photos
  • Towel with Personal Care Kit
  • Toilet paper (2 rolls)
  • Maps and Trail Guides
  • Camera with Extra Memory Cards
  • Wet Wipes/Baby Wipes

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