Panchase Hill trek is one of the most famous and short treks around the paradise city Pokhara. It is one of the fascinating treks beyond Fewa Lake, which let us have a magnificent view of close Mountain. This amazing trek is filled with wilderness, various ethnic settlements, undamaged biodiversity, natural heritage, and breathtaking Himalayan landscapes. Panchase Hill is one of the unique treks, famous for an incredible photographic destination in Nepal. Viewing great Himalayan Peaks such as; Mt. Dhaulagiri, Annapurna, Lamjung, Manaslu, and Machhapuchhre (Fishtail)from the very close distance is a really awesome experience to have in this trek. Trekking in the beautiful place that surrounded by the mountains and encounter with native mountain people as well as experience their unique life is one of the best parts of this trekking. The beginning of this trek is really amazing, that we will have a gentle boat trip across Phewa Lake, which take us to the begging point of our trek. After short ascend will take us to the world peace Pagoda with the magnificent view of mountains. World peace Pagoda offers us to explore various flora and fauna.
The Panchase Hill is situated at the elevation of 2500m and it is one of the most popular ideal places to view stunning sunrise over the snowy peaks. You can see land varies from subtropical valleys of banana trees, and rice paddies are covered by the high edges rhododendron forest. It is the home place to mixed ethnic people; Chhetri, Gurung, Magar, and Brahmin, where you will get chances to encounter with the native people and learn their unique culture and traditions.
Short Itinerary
Day 01: Arrival Kathmandu 1350m.and transfer to the Hotel
Day2: Sightseeing and preparation for the trip
Day3: Drive to Pokhara - (910m) 6/7 hrs
Day 04: Drive to Khare Khola and Trek to Bhumdi:
Day05: Trek to Panchase Banjyang - (2030m) 5/6 hrs
Day 06: Trek to Bhadaure
Day 07: Bhadure to Naudanda
Day 08: Back to Pokhara
Day09: Pokhara (2/3 hours) to back Kathmandu by the drive.
Day10: Departure to International Airport
Day 01: Arrival Kathmandu 1350m.and transfer to the Hotel
Upon your arrival at the Kathmandu (KTM) airport, our representative will greet you and drop to your hotel, where you can rest and relax. First, you will be check-in and finished the formalities. Later on, our representative will brief you about the trip. Overnight at Kathmandu hotel.
Day2: Sightseeing and preparation for the trip
After the pleasing night, we will have early breakfast and ready to explore Kathmandu, the capital city of Nepal. Ou will visit major world heritage sites; the Bodhnath Stupa, one of the biggest Buddhist shrines in the world. Secondly, we will visit Pashupatinath, located on the banks of the holy Bagmati River and Syambhunath temple, famous for the Valley view. Overnight at Kathmandu Hotel.
Day3: Drive to Pokhara - (910m) 6/7 hrs
After morning breakfast, we will head towards Pokhara, a tourist's paradise blend with full of natural and cultural heritage sites. Pokhara lies on the around 6 to 7 hours’ drive distance from Kathmandu. As you reach to the Pokhara, you will do some rest and after some rest, we will manage you to visit the famous Fewa Lake, Cave and Bharahi Temple, which is situated almost middle of the Fewa Lake. You can view the magnificent view of Machhapuchhre (Fishtail), Dhaulagiri, Himalchuli and many other peaks. Overnight at Pokhara.
Day 04: Drive to Khare Khola and Trek to Bhumdi:
In this day, after morning breakfast, we will continue our trail towards Bhumdi. We will trek around an hour through Tansen/ Siddhartha Highway and arrive at Khare Khola. The further trial will be steeply up to the Village of Kalabang. As you reach to Kalabang, from there you will trek around an hour and a half and reach to Bhumdi. Overnight at Bhumdi.
Day5: Trek to Panchase Banjyang - (2030m) 5/6 hrs
After morning breakfast, we will head towards Panchase Banjyang through following evergreen Bumdi forest, partly village and reach to Panchase Banjyang. Today’s trail will be ups and down throughout the day. Overnight at Banjyang.
Day 06: Trek to Bhadaure
In this day, before morning breakfast, we will continue our trek towards Panchase Peak for impressive sunrise views and panoramic view of mountains. We will climb stone steps around 500 meters to reach viewpoint and we again descend down to Bhadaure. Overnight at Bhadaure.
Day 07: Bhadure to Naudanda
Today, after morning breakfast, we will descend down gently by following a jeep trail much of the way through passing several beautiful villages. As you reach to Naudanda, you will explore the village and stay overnight at Naudanda.
Day 08: Back to Pokhara
Next morning, after having breakfast, we will drive back to Pokhara. It takes around 3 to 4 hours drive to reach paradise city Pokhara. In the evening you can enjoy looking at images which were captured during the trek. Overnight at Pokhara.
Day09: Pokhara (2/3 hours) to back Kathmandu by the drive.
After early breakfast, we will leave Pokhara and drive around 6 to 7 hours back to Kathmandu. Along the way, you can enjoy lively settlements, some of the markets and scenic surroundings. Overnight at Kathmandu in the same hotel.
Day10: Departure to International Airport
Our tour comes to an end this day. A representative will help you to reach you towards your final destination.
Trekking equipments
The main essentials to bring are:
- Sturdy and comfortable hiking boots, flip-flops
- Sleeping bag (depending on your accommodation) and -20 degree Celsius for colder regions
- Daypack, trekking bag pack, dry sack and camera bag
- Few changes of clothes for the varying temperatures
- For cold weather, hiking pants, thermals, gloves, neck warmer/scarf, beanie, a warm inner jacket and a windproof / waterproof outer jacket and down jacket are essential.
- Water purification supplies, a reusable water bottle and a camelback water bladder
- Sunscreen, Hat, sunglasses, moisturizing skin cream and lip balm
- Few snacks, granola bars
- Hiking stick or two
- Waterproof case, fabric bandages such as moleskin, a headlamp, altitude sickness and other medication
- Camera and binoculars.
- Hand sanitizers, toilet paper, band-aids, wet wipes
- Extra batteries (solar chargers recommended)
On the popular trekking routes, everyday supplies, such as toilet paper, soap, chocolate bars, and even basic hiking supplies can be purchased along the way, though prices rise dramatically as you go higher in elevation. Try to stock up lower down and buy locally-produced products such as fruit, biscuits etc. Maps are easy to find in Nepal. For the more difficult treks involving mountaineering, crampons and ice axes may be required. Simpler types of crampons, which attach to the shoe using a rubber ring, are easily obtainable in the Thamel neighborhood. These are variously known as spikes, micro spikes and chains.
