Panchase Trek

A short ridge-and-village trek near Pokhara, with mountain views, village nights, and no high altitude.

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4 days2,500 m high pointModerate

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Panchase Trek

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About the route

Pokhara to Bhadaure

A short ridge route from Pokhara, with lake views, village nights, and a gentle high point. The last stop marked on the map is Bhadaure, at 1,670 m.

Along the route

Stop 1 of 50%

From Pokhara: 0 km
Whole route: ~26 km

Elevation profile

Panchase Peak · 2,500 m

Start · Pokhara: 822 m
Highest point: ↑ 2,500 m
Net climb: 1,678 m

This section

Pokhara to Bumdi

Est. distance: 7 km
Stop type: Day stop

4 days
Duration: 2,500m
Max altitude: Mar-May · Oct-Dec
Best seasons: $950+
Starting rate

Permits and access

Permits: Local conservation and trekking registration as required
Access: Pokhara road transfer
Stay style: Pokhara hotel, village lodges

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Day-by-day itinerary

Day by day on the trail.

Sample stages from a partner operator's published itinerary for this trek. Ask us for the full day-by-day plan.

Day 1 · 45mins boating 5hrs walk · 1.5 kms boat 8.5 kms walk

Pokhara (820m)

↑ 680m Ascent

We begin with a 30 minute boat ride across Phewa Lake and then a 45 minute climb through the forest to the Peace pagoda (1080m). It is nice to stop and have a rest with excellent mountain views, views of Pokhara valley and the lake. We walk for one hour, gentle climbing, to Lukanswara and Pumdi village. Then we climb for 45 minutes to the traditional Gurung village of Bhumdi (1500m), which is our final destination. We stay with the local people in a traditional Gurung house and enjoy traditional food. Amazing views of Ganesh Himal, Himalchuli, Manaslu, Annapurna range and Fishtail Mountain from Bhumdi.

Day 2 · 6hrs walk · 15kms walk

Bhumdi (1500m)

↑ 530m Ascent

Today our walk takes us through the uninhabited forest with both climbing and gentle walking. We can see Rhododendron trees, Himalayan sandalwood and many species of birds. We can stop in a nice meadow enjoying packed lunch. Our destination is Panchase Bhanjang at 2030m, which is a settlement of only 5 Gurung households. We stay in a basic lodge, which is one of the households.

Day 3 · 5hrs walk · 3 km walk

Panchase Bhanjyang (2030m)

↑ 487m Ascent

2 hours steep climbing gets us to Panchase top where we can enjoy the sunrise and sunset and view the Annapurna range, Hiunchuli, Dhaulagiri, Lamjung, Manaslu and Machhapucharre. Also we can see Phewa Lake of Pokhara. After lunch we can go for 3 hours hike around Panchase lake, a secret lake.

Day 4 · 4hrs walk 1hr drive · 5 Km walk 27 Km drive

Panchase Top (2587m)

↑ 917m Descend

Downhill through forest we reach Bhadaure, a Gurung village. After 3 hours gentle walk we reach Naudanda, a Brahmin village. A 45 minutes drive takes us back to the relaxing Lakeside of Pokhara.

What's covered

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Included

Total of two nights' accommodation in Pokhara (before and after the trek) at the partner operator's guesthouse
Guide
Assistants, (maximum weight to carry is 12 kg for female assistant and 15 kg for male assistant).
3 meals per day, afternoon tea & snacks,
Accommodation is typically arranged on a twin-share basis, though peak-season departures may occasionally require a triple or four-bed room.
Staff insurance,

Not included

Mineral water
Beverages- soft and hard
Extra dessert
Souvenirs
Tipping to staff
Any entry fee during cultural (monastery/temple heritage visit)

Based on a partner operator's listing, “Happy Feet (Panchase trek)”, last updated Mar 17, 2024.