Pokhara Dhampus Hike

Trip Duration 1 Days

Destination Nepal

Trip Grade Easy

Activity Day Hike

Transportation Private Car

Meals Lunch

Max. Altitude 1600 M

Max. Group Size 10

Total Hours 6-7

More Facts Less Facts

Pokhara is a remarkable place of natural beauty. Situated at an altitude of 827m from the sea level and 200km west of Kathmandu valley. Pokhara valley is known as a center of adventure. This enchanting city has several beautiful lakes and offers stunning panoramic views of Himalayan peaks. The serenity of lakes and the magnificence of the Himalayas rising behind them create an ambiance of peace and magic. People who come to Nepal they can’t escape Pokhara before leaving a home country, Pokhara is the gateway of Annapurna base camp trekking, Upper Mustang trekking, and many other popular trekking routes in Annapurna region.
In Pokhara, there are many things to do but if you are wondering for a day hike in Pokhara then Pokhara Dhampus day hike is the best way to spend your time around Annapurna Himalayan ranges.
Pokhara Dhampus day hike starts after an hour drive from Kande village. From Kande to Australian base camp trail lead gently steep and this is about 1 and half hour walk. Australian camp height is 2100m, which is normal height for beginner hiker and also perfect hike trail for children’s. We can see stunning Annapurna South, Hiunchuli, Lamjung Himal, and Fishtail. After exploring and taking some nice snaps in front of amazing mountains we will hike down to Dhampus village. Dhampus is beautiful Gurung villages with majestic views of the Annapurna ranges, landscape, and local people cultures. From the halfway of Dhampus after passing through villages we will be hiking all the way down to Phedi to ride back to Pokhara. this trip can be organized all around the year, for more details please contact Day Tours Nepal team. The maximum length of this trip is about 5-6 hours.

Trip Highlights

A scenic drive up to Phedi.
Mountain village, Gurung People Culture.
Lifestyle, Living, and Places.
Amazing Mountains views.
Food, great company by our staff.
Green forest, nature trails.

Trip Itinerary:

Day 01:Pokhara- Dhampus- Pokhara Pokhara Dhampus day hike starts around 8 am in the morning from Pokhara. We will drive an hour up to Kande village and start hiking. From Kande to Australian base camp trail lead gently steep and this is about 1 and half hour walk. Australian camp height is 2100m, which is normal height for beginner hiker and also perfect hike trail for children’s. We can see stunning Annapurna South, Hiunchuli, Lamjung Himal, and Fishtail. After exploring and taking some nice snaps in front of amazing mountains we will hike down to Dhampus village. Dhampus is beautiful Gurung villages with majestic views of the Annapurna ranges, landscape, and local people cultures.

Cost Includes

Transportation.
Experienced Hiking guide.
Lunch
Medical Kit
Nature Park fees
Annapurna Dhampus Hiking Map

Cost Excludes

Tips for guide
Breakfast
Personal expenses

Equipment List

Trekking Equipment

Obviously you will be in higher elevation while trekking in Nepal. The weather will be different in every region but also have to pack the proper trekking equipment. Day Tours Nepal is selling Nepal’s Top Best selling treks and all are Tea-house Trekking so you don’t need to think of Camping gears.

While buying clothing please pick warm clothing especially during the winter season (Dec-Feb) in Nepal. We also suggest you to get the proper light backpack and have enough space to pack your stuff. If you are confused to buy the Trekking gears than no worries you can buy the Trekking equipment in Nepal too.

We recommend you to get check the below list for Trekking in Nepal.

Clothing

Warm jacket – down jacket, if possible.
Water and windproof jacket (alternatively bring a poncho or umbrella)
Long sleeved synthetic fleece (windproof material, if possible)
Thermal underwear
Hat, pair of gloves and scarf
Comfortable hiking trousers (loose fitting)
Shorts and trousers, or skirt
2 pairs of warm wool-blend socks
2 pairs of running socks or liner socks
Proper hiking boots
Running shoes and flip-flops
2-3 t-shirts

During winter season, additional clothing’s may include:

The outer jacket should be warm, down jacket is highly recommended during winter season
Bring a pair of warm winter trousers, in addition to the hiking trousers
Bring at least one windproof layer of clothes, helping to reduce any chill factor influence.
Snow gaiters

Trekking Gear

Pair of polarizing sun-glasses (to be comfortable and to avoid potential snow-blindness)
Backpack and backpack cover (against rain and dust)
Map of the trekking area (Day Tours Nepal will proivde Trekking Map so you don't need to buy)
Head torch, or small torch, plus spare batteries
Sleeping bag and silk liner
2 x water bottles
Miscellaneous
Toiletries
A small light weight and quick drying towel
Bar of soap
Sunscreen (SPF +20)
Earplugs
Insect repellants (for lower elevations)

First aid kid

Water purification tables or a water filter
Some Diamox pills against potential altitude sickness (if going beyond 3,500+ m elevations)
Toilet paper
Optional items
Camera, battery etc
Altimeter
Compass
Binoculars
Books/magazines
Trekking poles
GPS unit
Padlocks for guest house rooms and bags
Sewing/repair kit
Pocket knife
Candles (for lodges)
Dairy or notebook plus pencil/pen