Ghorepani Ghandruk Australian Base Camp – 6 Days
Ghandruk Australian Base Camp Travelling is one of most famous and easiest treks in Nepal. Ghandruk, a beautiful Gurung village has its own culture and tradition. Gurkha soldiers are also from Ghandruk. A walk through the beautiful farms followed by a jungle walk will lead you to Australian Base Camp. Enjoy the stunning views of snow-capped mountains including Annapurna South, Fishtail, Annapurna II and IV, Lamjung Himal and others from Australian Base Camp. You will also be hiking through dense forest lined with rhododendron trees.
The Challenges
The basic ascend and descend nature of the trail, especially regarding the climb to Ghorepani and the descent to Ghandruk; altitude for a few; and weather conditions-these are some of the major challenges that this relatively short trek possesses. The weather conditions during monsoon and winter seasons will add to the element of risks because the trails are slippery and visibility is poor.
The Challenge
Accommodation
Basic facilities in comfortable teahouses will be provided during the whole trek. These teahouses are run by local families who have been in this business for ages, being the local inhabitants with a very heartwarming hospitality culture. Room allocation will usually be in a twin-sharing basis. The facility includes basic shared accommodation facilities and common dining where one can relax and share meals with other trekkers. Although simple, it would not be less than a retreat after the long and tiring day of trekking.
Accommodation
Meals
The meal during the trek is an experience in itself. You will be offered a variety of traditional Nepali cuisine, which mainly consists of rice, dal bhat, momo, and other vegetables. Similarly, teahouses offer a range of international dishes for different taste buds. Usually, breakfast includes items like pancakes, eggs, and toast, while dinners are more filling to repair your energy for the next day’s trek.
Nutrition
Regeneration
You will have long days of trekking, which means you will have ample opportunities to regenerate, recharge in the serene environment, and fresh mountain air rejuvenating body and mind. The evenings can be spent telling stories by the fire in the teahouse dining room or out under the starry night sky with other trekkers.
It is said that the best reward for this trek is the destination itself, and the trek to some of the most beautiful landscapes of Nepal-from the sunrise over Poon Hill to the cultural richness of Ghandruk and further to the tranquil Australian Camp-is a different experience every day, bringing with it different sights. The trek encompasses a perfect blend of natural beauty, cultural immersion, and physical challenge that makes the trek never to be forgotten.
Yoga and Meditation, Nature Walks, Hot Springs Relaxation
Regenaration
Overview
Ghorepani Ghandruk Australian Camp Trek is a six-day trekking wonder that initiates into the beautiful Annapurna region. The beautiful city of Pokhara provides the starting point, and the six days take you through thick rhododendron forests to terraced farmlands along with beautiful villages where you come across very warm and friendly locals. Every day brings its own challenges and varied rewards; the leeward view of the Annapurna and Dhaulagiri ranges is ever-present.
This is a moderately difficult trek and suits both the inexperienced and experienced trekker. The trek offers everything that trekking in Nepal has to offer: from magnificent mountain scenery down to rich culture.
From the early morning watch of sunrise from Poon Hill, exploring the cultural beauty of the Gurung people in the traditional Gurung village of Ghandruk, or relaxing at Australian Camp-this trek is sure to give you memories that you will hold onto for your lifetime.
Destination
