Dhampus Trek,view massive mountains in front of your eyes.

Dhampus trek Overview

Dhampus trek trail winds through patchwork valleys, dense mossy forests and past waterfalls where you can stop to cool yourself. Around every corner is a tantalizing glimpse of the high mountains, whole horizons of which will be revealed to you as you reach the high points of Dhampus trek. During Dhampus trek, you pass through different Gurung, Magar and Brahmin villages where you get an insight into their cultural, social practices. In a short period, you can experience the colourful culture of these people and most of all you meet Buddhist and Hindus living in harmony and peace. The main occupations are agriculture, animal husbandry, tourism business and people serving in Gorkha and Indian regiment. Dhampus trekking is a short colourful foray into the Annapurna region. The trail winds through patchwork valleys, dense mossy forests and past waterfalls where you can stop to cool yourself. Around every corner is a tantalizing glimpse of the high mountains, whole horizons of which will be revealed to you as you reach the high points of your trek.

Short Itinerary

Day 1 :

Arrival in Kathmandu (1,300 m/4265ft):

Day 2 :

Kathmandu Sightseeing | 4 hrs tour.

Day 3 :

Fly to Pokhara/ Drive to Phedi & trek Thulokharka/Australian camp (1,950m/ 6397ft) or Pothana (1,890 m/ 6200ft )|25 mins flight/ 30 min drive/ 5 hrs walk:

Day 4 :

Trek to Ghandruk (1,960 m/ 6430 ft)/ 7 hrs walk:

Day 5 :

Trek from Ghandruk to Nayapul and drive to Pokhara|5 Hrs walk/1.5 Hrs Drive:

Day 6 :

Drive to Kathmandu(1300m/4265ft)| 6 Hours Drive

Day 7 :

Cultural Tour of Kathmandu | 4 hrs:

Day 8 :

Departure Day:

Dhampus trek Itinerary

Day 1 : Arrival in Kathmandu (1,300 m/4265ft):

Hotel L/D

After breakfast you will go to airport for the flight to Pokhara and when we reached to Pokahara our journey starts, after having breakfast we drive to Phedi 30 min. and follow the stone staircases through the beautiful dense forest. The trail continues through the typical villages and terraces rice field that offers the awesome view of holy Mountain Machhapuchhre(fishtail: 6998m/22959ft), Hiuchuli (6441 m/21131), Annapurna South (7219 m/23684ft), Annapurna III (7575 m/24854ft), Annapurna IV (7535 m24721ft), Annapurna II (7937 m/26040ft).Overnight at local Lodge.

Day 2 : Kathmandu Sightseeing | 4 hrs tour.

Hotel B/L/D

You start the day with delicious breakfast served at your Hotel. The sightseeing involves tour of two religious and cultural sites of Pashupatinath temple and Boudhanath stupa. Pashupatinath Temple: It is one of the most celebrated Hindu temples in South-Asia. The temple is devoted to Lord Shiva. This place is a UNESCO world cultural heritage site. The Bagmati river flowing besides the temple is religiously and spiritually significant for Hindus where cremation of dead body takes place. Pashupatinath temple holds the most of prominence during Shivaratri – Shiva’s birthday and thousands of pilgrims gather in the night to celebrate the day. Boudhanath Stupa: It is one of the biggest Stupas in terms of size and height in Nepal and located in east of Kathmandu in the ancient trade route between India-Nepal and Tibet. The site is peaceful and culturally filled with intermixed influence of Tibetan and Sherpa roots. Stupa built in the trading route between Kathmandu and Tibet has four pairs of eyes directed towards all four directions. It is believed to be influenced by Mahayana Buddhist philosophy. After short tour of city we return to hotel and prepare for the trek. Overnight will be spent at hotel.

Day 3 : Fly to Pokhara/ Drive to Phedi & trek Thulokharka/Australian camp (1,950m/ 6397ft) or Pothana (1,890 m/ 6200ft )|25 mins flight/ 30 min drive/ 5 hrs walk:

5 Lodge B/L/D

Day 4 : Trek to Ghandruk (1,960 m/ 6430 ft)/ 7 hrs walk:

7 Lodge B/L/D

The early part of the trek is gradual ascend for almost an hour up to Deurali (2100 m.) which passes through oak and mixed forests with splendid views of Manaslu, Annapurna ranges and Mardi Himal. Leaving Deurali, you begin to trek steep downwards to reach Tolkha (1840 m.), a beautiful Magar and Gurung village. To reach the next destination Landruk, a village inhabited by mostly Gurung and few Brahmins the trail is gradual descent passing through terraces and few settlements. Now the steep descent trail moves downwards to Modi Khola river and crossing iron bridge you follow steep uphill to reach Ghandruk. There are many lodges, Gurung museum and traditional houses made of stone slabs.Overnight at local Lodge.

Day 5 : Trek from Ghandruk to Nayapul and drive to Pokhara|5 Hrs walk/1.5 Hrs Drive:

5 Lodge B/L/D

Early morning You can enjoy from here is Annapurna South (7229 m/23717ft.), Hiunchuli (6441 m/21131ft), Annapurna III (7755 m/25442), Glacier dome (7200 m/23622ft) and Fishtail (6997 m/22890ft) after breakfast you descend through Kimshe to Shaulo Bazaar. From here your trail goes quite flat until you retrace back to Birethanti. You need to walk almost half an hour to get to Nayapul. Drive from Nayapul to Pokhara.Overnight at hotel.

Day 6 : Drive to Kathmandu(1300m/4265ft)| 6 Hours Drive

Hotel B/L/D

After breakfast at your Hotel, you will start your trip towards Kathmandu. In the way, you will get to explore the landscapes, river basins, lifestyle of people and many more. When you reach Kathmandu, you will check into the hotel and overnight at the hotel.

Day 7 : Cultural Tour of Kathmandu | 4 hrs:

Hotel B/L/D

After breakfast at your Hotel, we take you to the mysterious Kathmandu city tour. This historical, cultural and spiritual city unveils the social and historical mysteries to visitors. You will walk through the narrow lanes of the ancient Kathmandu – the center of power – that includes markets of Ason, Glass beads market at Indrachowk, oldest supermarket at New Road, Kilagal, and Hidden Stupas inside the family courtyard. Visit of Kathmandu Durbar Square – the administrative quarter of Malla Kings (fourteenth to eighteenth century), and Shah Kings who ruled Nepal from 1768 until 2008. The most unique experience in the square is the visit to the temple of the living goddess “Kumari”. After the tour, return back to your Hotel. If you are staying in Thamel, you can hang around this bustling tourist market and enjoy shopping. Overnight in Hotel.

Day 8 : Departure Day:

Breakfast

As per your flight schedule, you will be transferred to the international airport of Kathmandu three hours prior to the flight time and your tour ends here.

Dhampus trek Route Map

Dhampus trek Cost Include/Exclude

What are Included In My Package ?

Nepal 3 star standard hotels with breakfast in Pokhara.
Tea house (Lodge) accommodation.
All meals (Breakfast Lunch & Dinner).
Tea Coffee (3 times a day).
A professional Trekking Guide and Porter (Helper) and Assistant Guide(Above 5 pax)
All food, drinks, Lodge, salary, Insurance, medical equipment, all transport for Trekking Staff.
Trekking Permit (TIMS).
Land transportation (Pokhara-Phedi & Nayapul-Pokhara)
Annapurna conservation Area Permit (ACAP)
Down Jacket, a sleeping bag, Flease liner and a duffel bag.
All government taxes

What are excluded from the package ?

Any bar bills (alcoholic drinks, mineral water, and cold drinks), cigarettes, client’s personal insurance, and any kind of unforeseen expenses.
Lunch and Dinner in Kathmandu.
Tips for Guide Porter & Driver (Tips are not compulsory but expected)
Anything that is not mentioned in Inclusion

Dhampus trek Altitude Profile

Traveller Useful Information

Equipment Checklist

General

Sleeping bag (Optional/we can provide one if you need it but is to be returned after the trek).
Duffel bag or Rucksack and suitcase ((Optional/duffel bag we can provide one if you need it but is to be returned after the trek.
Daypack.
Down Jacket only if you are travelling in the cold season i.e. January, February, November and December (Optional/we can provide one if you need one but is to be returned after the trek).

Upper Body - Head / Ears / Eyes

Sun hat.
Warm wool or synthetic hat that covers your ears.
Goggles or sunglasses for sunbeams, dust and wind.
Headlamp.
Some people like ear-muffs; These are optional; a good hat, balaclava, and hooded jacket should really be sufficient, but this is a personal choice for some people (optional).
A neck warmer is another piece of gear for extra warmth if you feel you will need it and is for the cold season (optional).

Hand

Golves( not too warm and not light ).

Core Body

T-shirts
Shirts
Fleece jacket or pullover.
Fleece Wind-Stopper jacket (optional).
Waterproof (preferably breathable fabric) shell jacket.
Women's sports bras are synthetic, not cotton.

Lower Body – Legs- Feet

Nylon hiking shorts - Quick drying type, not cotton.
Underwear, stay away from cotton (4).
Lightweight long underwear - Capilene or other synthetic.
Softshell pants - synthetic, full zip from top and bottom preferable.
Trekking pants, preferably that zip on/off at the knees so they double as shorts...
Cotton pants (loose jeans/khakis).
All clothing should be kept dry using waterproof stuff sacks or large puncture-resistant plastic bags.
Pairs heavyweight socks to be worn over liner socks preferable for a cold season. 10.2 pair light weight socks, a good option for the lower / warmer parts of the trail.
Light to medium-weight waterproof hiking/trekking boots.
Pair light trekking shoes or sneakers. Good for around the camp/lodges and in Kathmandu.
Pair sandals (Optional).

Medicines and First Aid Kits

(Please note our guide will also carry the first aid kit bag during the trek. However, we still recommend you to bring your personal first aid kit as well).

Extra Strength Excedrin for altitude-related headaches.
Ibuprofen for general aches and pains.
Immodium or Pepto Bismol capsules for upset stomach or diarrhoea.
Diamox (commonly prescribed as Acetazolamide) 125 or 250mg tablets for altitude sickness. Please discuss this with us before starting to take this medicine.
1 small personal-sized first-aid kit with blister treatments such as moleskin, band-aids, some waterproof tape, anti-infection ointments, etc. Your guides will have more extensive medical gear, but you should have the basics for general use.

Miscellaneous :

Passport and extra passport photos (4 copies).
Airline ticket (Please make a copy and leave on at our office in KTM just in case you need to change the date of your).
Durable wallet/pouch for travel documents, money & passport.
Lip balm. At least SPF 20, 2 sticks. A string taped to the stick is helpful, to hang around your neck and some are now being sold with a cord already attached. Handy as it prevents you from having to stop and look for it.
Sunscreen. SPF 40 is recommended and should be relatively new since it loses its effectiveness over time.
Pocket knife or small Swiss Army type.
Water purification Iodine tablets or Polar-pure crystals.
Toiletry kit. Be sure to include toilet paper stored in a plastic bag, hand wipes, liquid hand sanitiser, towels, soap, etc.
2 bandanas.

Optional

1 pair of adjustable trekking poles. Although these are listed as optional, they can be of great assistance to people who may think of themselves as generally clumsy or with bad knees, ankles, etc., especially when going downhill (Optional).
Favourite snack foods.
Paperback books, cards, mp3 player (there are a couple of stops where you could recharge.
Avoid players with moving hardware as it may not function. Remember, keep these items lightweight.
Binoculars.
1 lightweight point-and-shoot camera or 1 large SLR. Digital cameras are okay, but you must keep the batteries warm when not in use.
Hydration bladder with a drinking tube and tube insulator.
A pee bottle for men and a pee funnel for a woman, some swear by them to avoid that chilly late-night trip.