Dhampus Sarangkot Hiking is one of the most popular hiking in the Annapurna Region. It offers spectacular mountain scenery and the trail passes through beautiful villages populated by mid-hill tribes called Gurungs, many of them are Gurkha soldiers working for British and Indian armies and some are engaged in farming. Trekkers will have an opportunity to experience the local culture and learn the tradition of the Gurung communities. Dhampus is a beautiful village heavily settled by Gurung communities similar to Ghandruk. We will be able to see the mt. fishtail (6997m), mt. Annapurna range, mt. Dhaulagiri etc.
This Hiking starts from Phedi, a 07-08 hours drive from Kathmandu to Pokhara and a 01 hours drive from Pokhara. This is a trouble-free and sweet walk in the middle hills of Nepal that lay near Pokhara the beautiful lake city. On this trek, we travel around the local culture and customs, fascinating heart hill parts of Nepal.
Trip Cost: $ 520.USD
Duration: 08 Days
Activity: City Sightseeing / Hiking
Altitude: 1720m / at Sarankot
Grade: Easy / Enjoyable
Meal: All meals during the hiking
Accommodation: 3-star hotel in Kathmandu and Pokhara on BB plan.
Flight: Kathmandu - Pokhara - Kathmandu
Land transportation: Private Car / Van / Hiace / jeep
Best Months: Throughout the year
Group Size: One or more
Day 01: Kathmandu to Pokhara flight 25 min/drive 6-7 hrs (850 m).
Day 02: Drive to Phedi by Taxi (30 min.) and trek up to Dhampus (1600m) 2-3 hrs.
Day 03: Hike Dhampus to Sarangkot (1720m) 5-6 hrs.
Day 04: Hike Sarankot to Pokhara (850m) 3-4 hrs.
Day 05: Pokhara to Kathmandu fly 25 min. /drive 6-7 hrs.
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