3 Days Dhampus Hiking Tour Nepal
Trip Overview
Located on the north side of Pokhara Valley, this short yet classic 3-day trek offers marvelous views of the Annapurna Himalayas. Dhampus hiking is filled with natural landscapes of Rhododendron forests and the exotic flora and fauna. This trek is suitable for families and old people who wish to enjoy scenic views of Manaslu, Annapurna I, Dhaulagiri, and Machhapuchhre. Spend a day, discovering the ancient stupas, monasteries, temples and marketplace in Pokhara. Witness the mesmerizing reflection of the Annapurna range in the magnificent Fewa Lake. The area of the Dhampus is inhabited by ethnic groups such as Gurung, Chhetri, Brahmin, etc. Sarangkot is an exotic location to enjoy serene sunrise and sunset behind the Himalayan range.
Highlights:
- Enticing sunrise and sunset on the Himalayan range
- Experience trekking at the countryside
- Interact with the local people in the villages
- Witness the beauty of dense and lush green Rhododendron forests
- Enjoy mesmerizing views of Annapurna range from the Fewa lake
Itinerary
- Day 1: Drive from Pokhara to Phedi and Hike to Dhampus
Get up early and enjoy a 30 minute scenic drive to Pokhara in order to reach the trek point. Trek through a beautiful forest and countryside to reach the Dhampus hill top. Indulge in up close and mesmerizing views of the Himalayas and stay overnight at this location. - Day 2: Hike to Sarangkot via Naudanda
Trek through the Naudanda village to reach Sarangkot village and witness the sunrise over the snowcapped mountains of Dhaulagiri and Annapurna Range. Interact with the local people in the village and enjoy paragliding at 2100 meter from sea level. Stay overnight at hotel. - Day 3: Trek down to Pokhara and transfer to Hotel
Trek down from Sarangkot village to the beautiful city of Pokhara. Explore the city and visit Buddhist stupa, monasteries and the enchanting Fewa Lake. Transfer to Hotel in Pokhara city.
Included
- Transportation as per the itinerary; Drive from Pokhara to Phedi
- One night accommodation in Pokhara with Breakfast
- Accommodation during trekking
- Three meals a day during trekking
- Travel and rescue arrangement
- Permits, government taxes, etc.
- Professional High Altitude Trekking Guide with fluency in English
- First Aid kit
Excluded
- Nepal immigration and Visa fees
- Airfare
- Travel and Medical Insurance
- Extra night accommodation in Kathmandu
- Lunch and evening meals in Pokhara
- Added expense that may arise due to unforeseen events like transportation delays, roadblocks, landslides, etc.
- Monument entrance fees
- Personal expenses
Good to Know
Though the itinerary is only for three days, you still require all the proper clothing and accessories to make it a comfortable experience. Here’s what you should pack for the hike:
- Long sleeve t-shirts
- Down jacket
- 3 pairs of socks
- Waterproof and windproof jackets
- Waterproof trousers
- Hat
- Thermal wears
- Trekking boot
- Gloves
- Sleeping bag
- Sunscreen
- Water purifying tablets
- Medicines as required
Itinerary
- Day 1: Drive from Pokhara to Phedi and Hike to Dhampus
Get up early and enjoy a 30 minute scenic drive to Pokhara in order to reach the trek point. Trek through a beautiful forest and countryside to reach the Dhampus hill top. Indulge in up close and mesmerizing views of the Himalayas and stay overnight at this location. - Day 2: Hike to Sarangkot via Naudanda
Trek through the Naudanda village to reach Sarangkot village and witness the sunrise over the snowcapped mountains of Dhaulagiri and Annapurna Range. Interact with the local people in the village and enjoy paragliding at 2100 meter from sea level. Stay overnight at hotel. - Day 3: Trek down to Pokhara and transfer to Hotel
Trek down from Sarangkot village to the beautiful city of Pokhara. Explore the city and visit Buddhist stupa, monasteries and the enchanting Fewa Lake. Transfer to Hotel in Pokhara city.
Included
- Transportation as per the itinerary; Drive from Pokhara to Phedi
- One night accommodation in Pokhara with Breakfast
- Accommodation during trekking
- Three meals a day during trekking
- Travel and rescue arrangement
- Permits, government taxes, etc.
- Professional High Altitude Trekking Guide with fluency in English
- First Aid kit
Excluded
- Nepal immigration and Visa fees
- Airfare
- Travel and Medical Insurance
- Extra night accommodation in Kathmandu
- Lunch and evening meals in Pokhara
- Added expense that may arise due to unforeseen events like transportation delays, roadblocks, landslides, etc.
- Monument entrance fees
- Personal expenses
Good to Know
Though the itinerary is only for three days, you still require all the proper clothing and accessories to make it a comfortable experience. Here’s what you should pack for the hike:
- Long sleeve t-shirts
- Down jacket
- 3 pairs of socks
- Waterproof and windproof jackets
- Waterproof trousers
- Hat
- Thermal wears
- Trekking boot
- Gloves
- Sleeping bag
- Sunscreen
- Water purifying tablets
- Medicines as required