PANCHASE Trekking

The trek to Panchase hill is new destination for those who are looking for something different, less touristy and easy for walk and its natural beauty and the panoramic views of over 8000 meter high Mt. Annapurna, Manaslu and Dhaulagiri and always twinkling view of Machhapuchhre (fishtail) is another attraction. It is also a popular religious site where many Hindu Pilgrims visit during the festivals. The thick forest and wildlife are also worth seeing. The top of Panchase is the best view point to have a panorama of the Himalayas and green valleys and terraces of mid-hilly region. There are different trails that lead to Panchase and all are equally comfortable and interesting. The village settlements are also eye catching

This trek is a spectacular short trek and traverses a variety of terrain region from lowland villages and rice terraces up to 3,000m, where one finds the biggest Gurung (Gurkha's) village as well as a national flower forest of rhododendron best seen in the spring.This area is home to Gurung peoples, traditional members of British Gurkha Army, who as descendants of Tibet practice their own form of Buddhism. Experience the people and culture of Nepal. It is an ideal trip for those who have a short time and like to combine cultural sites of that region.

Some facts of the trekking

Destination: Panchase hill (2509m.)

Trek Days: 7-15 days, depending on the route you wish to pursue

Maximum altitude: 2509m. approx. / Elevation profile

Trek Grade: Easy

Accommodation: Camping 

Geography: Green Hilly villages, unique culture, rivers, forests Peace & charming places panoramic land.

Best Season: April –May / September - November 

Departure Date: Anytime through out the year 

Special Interest: trekking, Hiking, Cultural, Environmental education, bird watching, nature walk, photography, research

Possible views of Mountains:Panchase trek offers superb Himalayan scenery including the Mt. Dhauglagiri 8167m, Mt. Annapurna 8091m,Annapurna II 7937m, Annapurna III 7555m, Annapurna IV 7525m, Annapurna south 7219m Hiunchuli 6441m, Fish tail/Machhapuchhare 6988m and many more.

Transportation: flight, private bus or car

Average hiking: per day will be 5- 6-7 hrs.

Cost: contact us

Trekking highlights

Excellent views of Dhawalagiri , Nilgiri, Annapurna South, Mahhapurche, Unique landscape, ethnic group, scenic village, different community with the majority of Tamang, Gurung, Bramhin and grand hilly landscapes, Lovely Sunrise views, unlimited colorful rhododendron forest, marvellous viewpoints, the flora and fauna are rest of other ornaments of this region.

Suggested itinerary

Day 01 : Arrival at Kathmandu; transfer to the Hotel

Day 02 : Sight seeing around Kathmandu valley

Day 03 : Drive to Pokhara

Day 04 : Drive to Khare Khola and trek to Bhumdi

Day 05 : Trek to Panchase Bhanjyang

Day 06 : Trek to Bhaudaure after seeing the superb views of sunrise and snow capped- peaks from Panchase hill

Day 07 : Trek to Kande

Day 08 : Drive back to Pokhara

Day 09 : Fly back to Kathmandu

Day 10 : Departure on your own destination

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