Experience the majestic foothills of the Annapurna Range with comfort and style staying at the premier Mountain Lodges of Nepal (MLN). These thoughtfully designed lodge-to-lodge treks provide an exceptional balance of scenic alpine hiking, authentic Gurung village cultural immersion, and warm Nepalese hospitality.
Enjoy sweeping panoramas of Annapurna South, Hiunchuli, and the sacred unclimbed peak of Machhapuchhre (Fishtail Mountain) as you walk along rhododendron woodlands, terraced farmland, and traditional stone pathways. Choose from four flexible short-trek options starting and ending in Pokhara, valid through December 2027.
Route: Pokhara – Ghattekhola – Dhampus – Australian Camp – Pothana – Kande – Pokhara
Cost: USD 370 nett per person (twin sharing basis for 2 pax)
Pickup from Lakeside or the airport in Pokhara; meet with your guide and porters and drive to the trailhead at Ghattekhola (1,200 m).
Trek for approximately 2 hours up stone steps and terraced hillsides to the picturesque village of Dhampus.
Arrive at MLN-Dhampus in time for lunch served in the garden with panoramic views of the entire Annapurna Range.
Afternoon optional guided walk through the old heritage village of Dhampus.
Lunch, dinner, and overnight stay at MLN Dhampus Lodge.
Early morning tea/coffee delivered to your room to enjoy the sunrise painting the Annapurna peaks from blue to pink and orange.
After breakfast, hike up through Pothana village (6,200 ft / 1,890 m), where Tibetan traders reside and sell local handicrafts.
Reach Australian Camp (altitude 2,150 m) for sweeping views across the Annapurna mountain chain; enjoy a light snack.
Descend along wooded hillsides and farmland to the valley floor at Kande (Trek time: approx. 1½ hours).
Board your vehicle for a 45-minute drive back to Pokhara.
Route: Pokhara – Nayapul – Birethanti – Majgaun – Tomijung – Chandrakot – Lumle – Pokhara
Cost: USD 525 nett per person (twin sharing basis for 2 pax)
Pickup from Lakeside or the airport in Pokhara and transfer 1.5 hours by road to Nayapul.
Follow a ridgeline in the lower foothills overlooking the Pokhara Valley before descending into the Modi River Valley.
Arrive at Mountain Lodges of Nepal, Birethanti (Trek time: 1.5 to 2 hours).
Admire views of the sacred Fishtail Mountain (Machhapuchhre), Annapurna South, and Hiunchuli.
Dinner and overnight stay at MLN Birethanti.
Cross the suspension bridge over the Modi River at 1,450 m and trek 2 to 2.5 hours to MLN Majgaun.
Enjoy lunch at the lodge, designed along the lines of a traditional Nepalese village with mountain panoramas.
Visit a local heritage house converted into a village museum illustrating daily traditional Gurung life and utensils.
Walk 20 to 30 minutes onwards to MLN Tomijung (Total trek time: 2.5 to 3 hours).
Dinner and overnight stay at MLN Tomijung.
Early morning tea and coffee on your verandah with views of Annapurna South, Hiunchuli, and Machhapuchhre.
After breakfast, trek 45 minutes through forests to the village of Chandrakot (1,580 m / 5,200 ft).
Walk another 30 minutes to reach Lumle village (1,620 m / 5,300 ft; total trek time: 1 to 1.5 hours).
Meet your private vehicle and return to Pokhara (approx. 1-hour drive).
Route: Pokhara – Lumle – Chandrakot – Tomijung – Patlekhet – Pothana – Dhampus – Pokhara
Cost: USD 525 nett per person (twin sharing basis for 2 pax)
Pickup from Lakeside or the airport in Pokhara and drive 1 hour to the start point at Lumle (1,610 m).
Trek 45 minutes to Chandrakot (1,580 m / 5,200 ft) for views of Annapurna South and Machhapuchhre.
Continue another 45 minutes through forested trails to Mala Lodge with views of Annapurna South and Annapurna I.
After lunch, visit the local heritage museum at Majgaon village to learn about traditional Gurung culture.
Trek time: approx. 1.5 hours. Dinner and overnight stay at MLN Tomijung.
Trek through the unspoiled village of Patlekhet and subtropical forests adorned with tree orchids, rhododendrons, and magnolias.
En-route stop at Pothana village (6,200 ft / 1,890 m) to browse Tibetan trader handicrafts.
Arrive at MLN Dhampus for lunch overlooking the Annapurna Range (Trek time: 4 to 5 hours).
Optional afternoon walk through the old quarter of Dhampus.
Dinner and overnight stay at MLN Dhampus.
After an early breakfast, descend along the ridge and wooded hillside across terraced farmland to the valley floor (Trek time: 1 hour).
Meet your vehicle and transfer back to Pokhara (approx. 45 minutes drive).
Route: Pokhara – Phedi – Dhampus – Pothana & Australian Camp – Ghattekhola – Pokhara
Cost: USD 525 nett per person (twin sharing basis for 2 pax)
Pickup from Lakeside or the airport in Pokhara and drive 30 minutes to Phedi.
Walk up the stone steps and terraced hillsides to Dhampus (Trek time: 1 hr 30 mins).
Arrive at MLN Dhampus in time for lunch with mountain views.
Optional afternoon walk through old Dhampus village.
Dinner and overnight stay at MLN Dhampus.
After breakfast, take a 1.5-hour hike through lush green forests up to Pothana village (1,890 m).
Continue walking 30 minutes onwards to Australian Camp, a popular panoramic vantage point.
Enjoy sweeping views of the Annapurnas before returning to the lodge (Total hike time: 2 to 3 hours).
Dinner and overnight stay at MLN Dhampus.
Early breakfast at the lodge.
Descend along the ridge through woodlands and farmland down to Ghattekhola (Trek time: approx. 1 hour).
Transfer by vehicle back to Pokhara (approx. 45 minutes drive).
| Service Description | Net Rate |
|---|---|
| Domestic Airfare: Kathmandu – Bharatpur (Chitwan) | USD 145 per person (subject to airline revision) |
| Domestic Airfare: Pokhara – Kathmandu | USD 124 per person (subject to airline revision) |
| Private Overland Transfer: Chitwan to Pokhara (AC Car) | USD 211 net per car |
| Scheduled Everest Mountain Flight (Ex-Kathmandu) | USD 278 per person (subject to airline revision) |
