Ghale Gaun Homestay Trek from Pokhara

Ghale Gaun Homestay Trek from Pokhara offers you a culturally immersive experience combined with a short and easy trek. The trail passes through Gurung and Ghale or Tamu villages located in the lower reaches of the Lamjung Himal.

The highlight of your trek is your homestay at a local home in Ghale Gaun, one of the best villages in Nepal as well as South Asia to experience local homestay.

The locals of Ghale Gaun are doing their best to preserve their culture, especially their traditional songs and dances. They let you experience their rich culture by entertaining you with traditional dances like Gorathi, Ghatu and Krishna Charitra.

During your short Ghale Gaun Homestay Trek you can explore villages of the valiant British Gurkha soldiers, experience the rich Gurung and Tamu culture and enjoy mesmerizing views of Lamjung Himal and Annapurna Range.

Ghale Gaun Homestay Trek Route

Your delightful Ghale Gaun Trek starts with a scenic drive from Pokhara to Khudi via Besisahar. From Khudi you begin trekking and head towards Ghale Gaun.

It is a gentle up and down walk with a steep ascent right before you reach Ghale Gaun. A model homestay village, there are no lodges in Ghale Gaun. Enjoying Ghale Gaun homestay with a local family will have you trying out authentic Nepalese dishes prepared from organic produce.

Incredibly pretty with awesome views of Annapurna South, Lamjung Himal, Machhapuchhre, Hiunchuli and Manaslu, the village also has a museum showcasing artifacts and traditional dresses of the Tamus. The villagers of Ghale Gaun are also expert craftsmen. If you wish you can purchase some handicraft items as souvenirs.

From Pokhara to Ghale Gaun, you sample some of the best views and experiences in the lower Annapurna. After a delightful stay, head down to Pokhara via the picturesque villages of Baglungpani, Laxmi Bazar and the enchanting Begnas Lake.

Your unforgettable Ghale Gaun Trek from Pokhara comes to an end in Pokhara.

Ghale Gaun Homestay Trek Difficulty

With a short duration of 6 days this Ghale Gaun Trek package is perfect for travelers seeking to experience Nepalese mountain culture and hill trekking. This is an easy trek which can be done by people of all ages and experience level.

Since you do not venture beyond 2,029 metres (Ghale Gaun), there’s no danger of altitude sickness. Maximum you will, spend around 6 hours walking on the trail and minimum 3 hours. On average, you will spend around 5 hours walking each day.