Expedition Details
This relatively easy Panchase Trek holiday brings you hiking exploration to nearby mountain villages in Pokhara valley. This tour is designed for people who would like to embark on a fun-filled trekking holiday that focuses on enjoyment and relaxation rather than strenuous walking. It was created for busy executives or families who would want a quick getaway into the hills to view impressive Annapurna peaks while sipping on some fine beverages from the hotel window.
Food and nutrition on the trek
We are pioneers in culinary trekking in the Himalayas. We provide a varied, interesting menu on treks throughout the Himalayas. Vegetarian, vegan, and gluten-free meals can be catered for upon request, and other special diets can be accommodated with advance notice.
Trekking is not only fun, but it is beneficial for you. It helps in detoxifying the body while also nourishing the soul. Although to provide a better experience, we also tailor our meals to include superfoods as part of the ingredients to keep you fit and healthy while also assisting in acclimatization to high altitude. The combination of hiking in the pristine mountain air and healthy food makes trekking a culinary trekking adventure. Read More on Food and nutrition on our treks.
Why Choose Us?
- Our expert trek leader will ensure your safety at all times while enhancing your trekking experience.
- Your private social bubble by staying in less busy lodges and trekking away from the crowded trails where possible.
- Experience the Himalayas in style.
- Your food is prepared with superfood ingredients to give the best nourishment, recovery, and acclimatization to high altitude for our culinary trekking adventures.
At TravGanic we believe in helping those in need and will be donating 2% of every tour booked to a local charity.
Location: Nepal
Duration: 9 days
Departures: Every other Saturday
Season: October to May
Difficulty: 1 2 3 4 5
Minimum: 4 passengers
Prices start at $1500 USD Per person (Min. 4 people)
Private Tour: $2500 (2 Persons)
Duration: 9 Days/ 8 Nights
Season: October to May
Group Departures: Every other Saturday (some exceptions)
Book this trek and get a complimentary trekkers massage after your trek.
Arrive in Kathmandu. You will be met by our representative and bring you to your hotel. You will be briefed for the trek by your trek leader.
Day 2: Fly to Pokhara and Drive to Starting Point
We take a domestic flight to the city of lakes, Pokhara. Once we land in Pokhara, we drive straight to Bhumdi, situated at 1520 meters above sea level. Bhumdi offers spectacular views of the mountains.
Day 3: Trek to Panchase Hill
After a leisurely breakfast, we set off on a trek to Panchase Hill, situated at 2100 meters. This is an easy uphill walk through forested trails and along with beautiful villages. A six-hour hike through undulating hills brings us to Panchase to a fantastic view.
Day 4: Walk to Bhadaure or Panchase Bhanjyang
We can hike up to Panchase Bhanjyang, and there is a shrine at the top with a superb panorama of the Annapurna range: Or you can take a relatively easy day of walking directly to Bhadaure by giving the hike to the top a miss. We stop at this beautiful village, which offers stunning views of the mountains. As Bhadaure is located moderately lower, at only 1530 meters above sea level, it is an easy walk to get to it.
Day 5: Trek to Australian Camp
Australian camp is the next destination, which is about a 5-hour hike from here. The camp is one of the best locations to view the sunset. It is situated at a height of 1900 meters above sea level.
Day 6: Trek to Dhampus Phedi and Drive Back Pokhara
The last day of the trek ends at Phedi, which involves a two-and-half-hour walk down the ridge. A further 30 minutes of driving brings us back to Pokhara town. The rest of the day is free and easy.
Day 7: Extra Day in Pokhara
You can either paraglide with Nat Geo’s Adventures of the Year 2012 company in the morning. You can chill out in one of the many cafes by the lakeside in Pokhara in the afternoon.
Day 8: Fly Back to Kathmandu
We return to Kathmandu in the afternoon. You have time to do some souvenir buying or relax at the hotel.
Day 9: International Departures
International departure. You will be brought to the airport 3 hours before your international flight.
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Annapurna Panchase Trek
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This tour is offered from October to May starting every other Saturday. Please get in touch to book.
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Why we love Responsible Adventures Nepal
Responsible Adventures is an environmentally sensitive trekking organization designed to improve, protect, and preserve the Himalayan mountain ranges’ environment. All Responsible Adventures employees have many years of trekking and mountaineering experience and actively promote the protection and ecological use of the Himalayas’ fragile environment.
Responsible Adventures is among the first trekking companies to design eco-friendly treks in the Himalayas. All refuse to result from the treks are ecologically disposed of or pact-returned to centres, where it can be adequately dealt with. Biodegradable rubbish is burned to facilitate quick disintegration. Plastics and other synthetic materials are returned to the base for recycling.
What’s Included on your Tour?
- Boutique hotel in Kathmandu with breakfast.
- Boutique Hotel in Pokhara with breakfast.
- Expert trek leader or hire Raj
- Complimentary T-shirt
- Use of trekking kit bag during the trek
- All camping equipment
- Trekking Chef
- All local porters to carry your personal gear
- Proper clothing for porters and crew
- Food for porters and crew members (We are one of the few trekking companies that provide this facility.)
- Insurance for team and porters
- All permits
- All meals on the trek (breakfast, lunch, and dinner)
- Domestic airfare, all transportation
- International airport taxes
- Visas
- All optional additional tours or activities during free time
- Transportation outside of the tour program
- Travel insurance (compulsory to have insurance that covers helicopter evacuation)
- Tips (suggested amount US$75 per week for staff only; leader’s tips at your discretion)
- Items of a personal nature, e.g., alcoholic drinks, bottled beverages, laundry, souvenirs, etc.
Book this Nepal trek and get a complimentary one-hour Trekker’s’ massage after the trek is over. The masseuses will be from a marginalized community. This is part of our Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion.
Am I too young or old?
From 3 years old to some in their 70s, most of our clients have done and completed their treks with almost no exercise or training.
Do you offer hotel/airport pick-up?
We offer hotel and airport pick-up. As you continue with your booking, there will be an option to input flight details or hotel name.
Do I need a Visa?
A visa for Nepal can be acquired on arrival at the Tribhuvan International Airport, Kathmandu, and at border entry points in Kakadvitta, Birgunj, Bhairahawa, Nepalgunj, Gaddachowki on the Nepal-India border, and Kerung on the Nepal-China border.
Outside of Nepal, A visa can also be obtained at the nearest Nepal Embassy or Diplomatic Mission.
For more information, go to the Department of Immigration, Kalikasthan, Kathmandu.
What should I bring on a Trek?
Being adequately equipped is one of the keys to a successful trek. For information to help you select the best type of clothing and equipment for your trip, please see our Clothing and Equipment Guide.
Also, see our Links page for details of specialist retailers who will offer further advice and assistance with purchasing new clothing or equipment.
If you have more questions, please check this article to reference equipment to pack or contact us.
Is this trip safe for solo/female/LGBT+/minority/POC travelers?
You are safe as long as you are respectful of the culture, do not show affection in public, and dress decently (this won’t pose too much problem as you will be covered up in layers to stay warm).
A Responsible promise
Despite the exceptional circumstances in which we find ourselves at the moment, we don’t want you to give up your holiday – and we want you to be able to book your trip without any worries.
To provide you with additional security for your booking, we have introduced a new rebooking and cancellation policy so that you can easily rebook or cancel your trip free of charge if the worst comes to the worst.
Free Cancellation With the Responsible Promise 100% Money-Back Guarantee
For new bookings made between 10th May 2021 and 31st December 2021, you may cancel your complete package (activities, hotels, tours, excl. flight) free of charge up to 30 days before your departure and get 100% of your money back. To stay flexible, we recommend that you choose a flexible fare when booking your flight.
Full flexibility on your booking
Stay flexible with our new rebooking service until shortly before your departure. For new bookings made between May 10th and December 31st, 2021, you may rebook your package (activities, hotels, tours) free of charge up to 30 days before your departure (subject to availability). Rebooking is only allowed once, and you must inform us 30 days before your planned departure. Any additional costs incurred due to changes in your schedule or upgrades, such as additional fees in high season or upgrades to your accommodation, will still apply. To remain flexible, we recommend that you choose a flexible fare when booking your flight.
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