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Nepal · Annapurna Region

Hiking from Pokhara: Dhampus -Australian Camp -Sarangkot

3 Days
Difficulty · 2/5
Max 2500m
Group 2–14 pax
Duration
3 Days
2 nights
Max Altitude
2500m
Highest point
Difficulty
2
2 out of 5
Group Size
2–14
people
Best Season
Any
Activity / Day
5-6 Hours

Trip Highlights

  • Gurung and mixed village community of Dhampus
  • Cultures, Lifestyle, People, and Food
  • Beautiful Landscapes and serene views of mountains
  • View of amazing and majestic Himalayan ranges from Sarangkot
  • Picturesque Sunrise and Sunset, greenery forest
  • Learn the Gurung ethnic group's daily lifestyle

Trip Overview

Overview

Relax in the calm atmosphere of the lower area of Annapurna. Two popular mountain viewpoints pass through this mild trail: Dhampus and Sarangkot. Experience a less than three day hike, but find yourself still in the hills, overlooking the mountains of Annapurna, Dhaulagiri and Manaslu.  You have a unique perspective on the massive Himalayan peaks at each of the various points of view.The Dhampus-Sarangkot Trek for three days allows you ample time to feel safe, free from the outside world's stress and anxiety. They tell nature is the best medicine–you're going to understand it's real! You'll feel rejuvenated during and after this walk.Take your photo gadgets, and create your entertainment for the people and places right in front of you. Feel cherished and submerged in the important history of the area. 

Fact about Australian Camp

"Thulo Kharkah" is the real name of the Australian Base Camp. The villages below Dhampus and elsewhere used to be the seasonal breeding ground for buffalo and cow herders. Trekkers walked unknown until the early 1990s when the routes for the Annapurna Sanctuary Trek (Annapurna Basin) were already popular with Phedi – Dhampus-Pothana – Deurali, Landruk and Chhomrong and are only 15 minutes west of the town. It is said that people from Austria find it so beautiful in the late eighties that they used to come there to camp most days, because it is so quiet and uncluttered that the views of the mountains are interesting. Rather than calling it Autrian Camp people found it easy to call Australian Camp and then hence the name of this place became Australian camp. 

Journey To Australian Base Camp Via Dhampus

After a winding trip to Pokhara, our route begins at Phedi. From Phedi village, almost 30 minutes' drive from the stunning lakeside town of Pokhara, the road to Dhampus village, one of Nepal's paradise, starts. From the vast area of Annapurna Mountain Range, you will have a trek with a beautiful view over the golden rice terraces. This 2-hour ascent to Dhampus proceeds through the wonderful forest of rhododendrons nesting different species of birds to Chandrakot Town, which is populated by the warm and welcoming Gurung men. At the height of 1592 m rises Sarangkot, this hill overlooks the valley and Lake Fewa north of the city. Our first Dhampus magic pause. A beautiful view of the mountains and a great display of the history of the hillside town, this little picturesque community. The next day's destination in Nepal will be Sarangkot, renowned for its spectacular view of the Himalayas, among which Dhaulagiri (8167 m) and Machhapuc.hhare(6997 m). There are a variety of nice points of view in and around Sarangkot. There's the spotting platform, but we're heading to some lesser known locations if we're packed. The views are most beautiful at sunrise and sunset. It is almost impossible to change the colors of the mountains, the kind of thing that makes unbelievers believers. 

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Day-by-Day Itinerary

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Day 1
Drive from Pokhara to Phedi and trek to Australian Camp via Dhampus
Drive (30 mins), Trek (5-6 hrs)

After breakfast, we travel to Phedi by private vehicles from your hotel in Pokhara at 07:30 am in the morning. The ride from Pokhara requires 30 minute. The point of departure for this trek is Phedi. From Phedi to The Australian Camp Via Dhampus requires 5-6 hours of walk. Australian Camp is a most popular area, where you can see a clear day with a breathtaking view over the Annapurna ranges, Machhapuchhré, Manaslu and beautiful green hills. 

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Day 2
Trek to Sarangkot
5-6 hrsBreakfast included

Have breakfast and then walk from the lodge to Sarangkot for 6-7 hours. Reap the rewards of Sarangkot's mountain views, which are especially enchanting at sunset and sunrise. Sarangkot is a place from where you can see sunrise, sunset and the magnificent view of mountains. 

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Day 3
Trek to Pokhara
Breakfast included

After early morning breakfast, trek from Sarangkot to Pokhara which is 2-3 Hours walk. You can do optional Paragliding with additional cost.

What’s Included

Included
Hotel pick up and drop to-fro Pokhara
Accommodation in Guest house in twin sharing bed and breakfast basis
Transportation by private vehicle (Pokhara - Phedi)
Hiking with English speaking guide
TIMS and necessary Permits
Government tax and office expenses
Not Included
Your Lunch and Dinner during the trekking days
Personal expenses
Optional Paragliding
Tipping to guide, porter and driver as per your satisfaction
Anything that is not mentioned in inclusion list

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Frequently Asked Questions

ACAP Permit and TIMS applies to the Annapurna Protection Area Permit entry file. For trekking in the Annapurna Region, ACAP authorisation is required. You will need this permit for this trek. ACAP Permit cost NPR 3000 or US $30 per person and TIMS costs US $20pp.

Trip Grade: Two. A moderate trek requires you to walk 5-6 hours per day with a light day pack. Walking in higher altitudes is more physically demanding than walking in lower altitudes, however the pace of the trek will vary in compensation. If you are in excellent health with average physical fitness and have strong determination, you will complete a moderate trek successfully. Exercising, particularly jogging and climbing stairs regularly for some weeks prior to your arrival is recommended to enhance your strength and fitness. Past hiking experience would be an asset, but no technical skill is required.

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