Physical Requirements
Solid endurance; comfortable with steep climbs on less-traveled, raw dirt trails.
Pokhara Departure
Khumai Danda
Pristine wilderness, zero crowds, and panoramic lookouts over the Pokhara Valley and Annapurna massif.
5 Days
Duration
3,680 m
Max Altitude
Easy
Difficulty
Teahouse
Lodging
Year-round
Best Season
Highlights
Pristine wilderness, zero crowds, and panoramic lookouts over the Pokhara Valley and Annapurna massif.
Expedition Brief
Day-by-Day Itinerary
Day 1
1,260m
Hemja to Ghachowk
Brief drive to Hemja followed by a gentle introduction hike to Ghachowk.
Day 2
2,160m
Ghachowk to Hile Kharka
Ascend through undisturbed wilderness to quiet summer pasture lands.
Day 3
3,245m
Hile Kharka to Khumai Danda Ridge
Push onto the narrow ridge line directly in front of Machapuchhre.
Day 4
Korchan Viewpoint (3,680m) to Ghachowk
Early morning hike to Korchan viewpoint before descending to Ghachowk.
Day 5
Ghachowk Valley to Pokhara
Short downhill walk to the valley floor and jeep back to Pokhara.
Pre-Trek Medical & Safety Prep
For any multi-day trek in Nepal—especially those exceeding 3,000 meters—it is highly recommended to get a baseline health check, confirm your physical fitness levels, and secure proper altitude sickness guidance or necessary travel vaccinations before departure.
Trail Logistics
What's Included
- All trekking permits
- guide
- porters
- local lodge accommodation
- meals
- transport
What's Not Included
- Personal equipment
- charging fees
- travel insurance
- tips
What to Bring
Sleeping bag liner
windbreaker
good trail shoes
insect repellent
portable power bank
The Green Forest Standard
cottageVerified teahouses
medical_servicesFirst-Aid certified guides
languageJP · EN · HI
monitor_heartOximeters & satellite comms
home_pinPokhara start & end
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