Ghalegaun situated at the foot of Lamjung Himal is an exotic pristine destination with an elevation of 2,100 meters above sea level which is surrounded by the Annapurna Circuit. A lot of trekkers trek this destination every year, especially for a wonderful experience as the route goes crossing over the Marsyandi, Midim, and Khudi rivers, passing through rhododendrons blossoming along the way amidst the chirping of wild insects and birds.
Ghalegaun Village Trek 8 Days starts with the wonderful drive towards Kundi from Kathmandu along from there, takes us to Ghalegaun a fascinating beautiful village endowed with an unrivaled beautiful grandeur. Ghalegaun is mainly Gurung settlements as they are settled in the midst of waterfalls, streams, rivers, green forests, and waterfalls. In this trek, you will witness an amazing mind-blogging view of magnificent western Himalayas including Annapurna (8091m), Annapurna II (7939m), Annapurna IV (7525m), Machhapuchhare(6693m), Bouddha Himal(6974m), Himalchuli (6747m), Lamjung Himal and other several smaller peaks.
Ghalegaun Village Trek (8 days) is a simple moderate traveling trail suitable for people of all age groups and for any season. You won't need the best physical strength and professional mountaineering skills since the trek is pleasant and scenic.
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| Day 01: | Arrival day in Kathmandu and transfer to Hotel |
| Day 02: | Kathmandu sightseeing and preparation -Meal: Breakfast. |
| Day 03: | Drive to Besisahar - Drive: 6/7 hrs | Trek to Khudi - Altitude: 760 m | Trek: 1/1.5 hrs. Meal: BLD |
| Day 04: | Ghalegaun - Altitude: 2,016 m | Trek: 4/5hrs. Meal: BLD |
| Day 05: | Ghalegaun – (Exploring day). Meal: BLD |
| Day 06: | Kundi | Trek: 4/5hrs. Meal: BLD |
| Day 07: | Drive to Kathmandu - Drive: 6/7 hrs. Meal: BLD |
| Day 08: | Departure day - Meal: BLD |
Day 1: Arrival day in Kathmandu and transfer to Hotel
Regarding your arrival hour at Tribhuwan International Airport, our frontman will be there for your deep warm welcome and for escorting you towards a fine tourist standard hotel. Later, we plan for our meeting to discuss further trek along to finish all official conditions also. The first night, we host for dinner at a popular restaurant to enjoy Nepalese ethnic music and dance with Nepali food items.
Day 2: Kathmandu sightseeing and preparation
Meal: Breakfast
Enjoying our morning delicious breakfast, today we step throughout major attractions of Kathmandu valley for sightseeing. Pashupatinath Temple, Boudhanath Stupa and Swyambhunath Stupa (Monkey Temple) will be our aimed destinations to explore which are registered on the list of UNESCO World Heritage Site. After inspecting these wonderful spots, we step back for preparing and finalizing our entire requirements and needs during the trek. This night will also be spent at the hotel in Kathmandu.
Day 3: Drive to Besisahar - Drive: 6/7 hrs | Trek to Khudi - Altitude: 760 m | Trek: 1/1.5 hrs.
Meal: BLD
Following our schedule after attending a delicious breakfast, we will be shifted towards the bus station to catch our tourist standard vehicle by our private compact automobile. Therefore leaving Kathmandu, we head west towards Dumre following Prithivi Highway through the edge of Trishuli River along after reaching Dumre, the bus changes its direction and heads north towards Besisahar following the road along the Marsyangdi River to reach Kundi for stay overnight.
Day 4: Ghalegaun - Altitude: 2,016 m | Trek: 4/5hrs.
Meal: BLD
Leaving Kundi and triggering our trek forward, the trail takes us towards the pleasing forest; offering a wide range of harmless wild beasts bypassing numerous mini settlements; representing Himalayan lifestyle and culture with a spectacular view of mountains including Annapurna and Manaslu ranges to step Ghalegaun. Finally, after steeping Ghalegaun, we enter one of the houses of local people for a homestay along we also enjoy amenities offered by the host family.
Day 5: Ghalegaun – (Exploring day).
Meal: BLD
Today, we wake up early morning to sight impressive sunrise view throughout the attractive Himalayas of Annapurna region. Therefore enjoying delightful breakfast with a host family, the entire day will be spent by exploring Ghalegaun (beautiful Gurung village) with a magnificent view of surrounding mountains along evening hours will be spent by enjoying cultural show performed by local people and night will be spent on the home of local people.
Day 6: Kundi | Trek: 4/5hrs.
Meal: BLD
Leaving beautiful Gurung village and retracing the same earlier developed trail, we develop our walk down through the pleasing forest, crossing numerous of Gurung settlements and waterfalls enjoying stunning views of Annapurna and Manaslu range to reach our targeted destination. Ultimately after steeping Kundi, we spend our night at a lodge in Kundi.
Day 7: Drive to Kathmandu - Drive: 6/7 hrs.
Meal: BLD
Today early in the morning hour after having breakfast, we move forward towards the bus station to catch a bus to Kathmandu. Consequently, the bus heads forward following the road along the Marsyangdi River till Dumre. After that, the bus changes its direction towards east catching Prithivi Highway to reach Kathmandu. Finally, after extending Kathmandu, our private vehicle will be awaiting you to pick and shift towards a tourist standard hotel.
Day 8: Departure day
Meal: BLD
On the last day of the trip after finishing the morning breakfast, you can go for shopping or for visiting to purchase some gifts for your loving family of friends. We will be there to help for your packs and arrangements along with our private vehicle shifts you to airport focusing your flight time and a representative will be there to wish for your safe journey and further successful steps.