Annapurna Foothills Trek for families, 8 Days
Days: 8 /
Difficulty: 2 of 5 (Moderate)
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Min Group Size: 3 /
Max Group Size: 6
Annapurna Foothills Trek for families is a trek perfectly suited for families, where you can enjoy the astounding views of the Himalayas and create memories with your family in the lap of nature. This 8 days trek takes you to several Gurung villages hosting breathtaking panorama of the Annapurna massif, giving you a thrilling cultural and natural experience. As it is an easy trek, people of any age can go for this trek, hence making this an amazing opportunity for you to conquer the Himalayan foothills with your family.
The trail of Annapurna Foothill Trek passes through many natural wonders. You will enjoy the gushing rivers, waterfalls, and oak rhododendron forests. The breathtaking views of the Himalayas will be a sight you and your children will cherish throughout life. The panorama of Annapurna massif and Machhapuchhre (6993m) seen throughout the trek will be the motivation factor for each step you and your family take. At 1940m altitude, Ghandruk is the highest point of the trek, and it is certainly the best part of the journey. Along with the amazing view from this point, Ghandruk village also has a huge cultural significance. Visiting the old Gurung Museum takes you to the ancient times, and you can get dressed up in their traditional attires too. Your children will certainly look adorable in small Gurung dresses. Apart from this, experiencing the lifestyle, tradition, and daily chores throughout the trek can be a different yet memorable experience to you and your children. Encourage your child to interact with the children of the Himalayas. The best time to trace the Annapurna foothills is during the spring and the autumn seasons as well as winter seasons.
Swiss Family Treks and Expedition has been successfully organizing family treks and tours in Nepal over the last 15 years. We believe there is no bond stronger than that of a family and traveling together is the best way to strengthen that bond. For all our family treks, we provide you with a porter to carry your child below five years of age, and for children above five, you can hire a pony in advance. We assign you a child-friendly English speaking guide and accommodate you in family-friendly lodges.
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Highlights of the Trek:
- panoramic and closed views of Annapurna massif, explore in the valley,
- unobstructed sunrise and sunset view, picturesque villages, experiencing with life style and culture of Gurung people,
- walking in the narrow and stone paved trail, ancient Monastery, old tradition Gurung Museum, waterfalls,
- scenic mountain flight to and from Pokhara, explore lake city of Pokhara,
- walking through dense Rhododendron forest and even more beautiful in Spring and hot spring.
Fact of the Trip
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Itinerary
Day 1: Arrival in Kathmandu 1338m
On your arrival in Kathmandu, our company representative will pick you up at Tribhuvan International Airport. We ensure you a comfortable drive from the airport to the hotel. You can visit nearby places in the evening to get a feel of Kathmandu air. Overnight at a 4-star hotel in Kathmandu.
Day 2: Fly from Kathmandu to Pokhara 820m/25 minutes and drive to Phedi 1130m/45 minutes and trek to Dhampus Village 1650m/3 hours
On the second day, you will fly from Kathmandu to Pokhara, which takes about 25 minutes. From Pokhara, the city of lakes, you will drive to Phedi which takes about 1 hour. The actual trek begins from Phedi as you walk for 3 hours to reach Dhampus village. The walk comprises steep ascends, rhododendron forest, stone staircases, and beautiful scenery of the Annapurna Massif. Overnight at a lodge in Dhampus.
Day 3: Trek from Dhampus Village to Tolka 1700m/5 hours
After spending a night in the beautiful Dhampus village inhabited by the Gurung communities, you will slowly head towards Tolka. The trek from Dhampus to Tolka passes through beautiful rhododendron forests blooming with flowers. Walking through the suspension bridges, you will cross Modi Khola and Mardi Khola. With a lot of uphill and downhill walks, you will reach Bheri Kharka, a Gurung village, before reaching Tolka. Overnight at a lodge in Tolka.
Day 4: Trek from Tolka to Jhinu Danda 1780m/5 hours
Enjoying the stunning views of the Annapurna massif, Dhaulagiri massif, Machhapuchhre (6993m), and other Himalayan ranges, you will head from Tolka to Jhinu Danda. The day has a lot of descending through stone staircases, which can be somewhat challenging. Thus, prepare yourself and your children physically and mentally. Passing through the Gurung village of Landruk can be an exciting cultural experience. The trail includes other interesting places like the waterfall and the natural hot water spring in Jhinu Danda. After about 5 hours of total trek, you will reach Jhinu Danda, where you will spend your night at. Overnight at a lodge in Jhinu Danda.
Day 5: Trek from Jhinu Danda to Ghandruk Village 1940m/5 hours
The day has 5 hours of the trek through beautiful landscape and astounding views. From Jhinu Danda, you first descend and then ascend towards a ridge giving you a clear view of Jhinu Danda and Chhomrong village. Passing through rhododendron forests, you will slowly reach Ghandruk. The beautiful village is the largest Gurung settlement in the Annapurna region, where you can enjoy Gurung lifestyle, architecture, and also dress in the Gurung attire at the Gurung Museum. You will also catch an alluring panorama of Annapurna South (7219m) and Machhapuchhre (6993m) from your hotel in Ghandruk. Overnight at a lodge in Ghandruk.
Day 6: Trek from Ghandruk to Syauli Bazaar 1220m/3 hours and drive to Pokhara 820m/2 hours
From Ghandruk, you gradually trace your way back, descending down the staircases. A short 3-hour walk from Ghandruk takes you to Syaulibazar. Then, From Syauli Bazaar, a 2-hour drive will take you to Pokhara. In the evening, you can hang around the lakeside area enjoying the food and music of the lake city. Overnight at a 5-star hotel in Pokhara.
Day 7: Morning Hike to World Peace Stupa and afternoon fly back to Kathmandu
You will leave to visit World Peace Stupa, early in the morning. After about 20 minutes’ drive from Lakeside, you will have to hike for about 20 minutes to reach the top of the stupa. The stupa is a synonym of peace and serenity, and you can also enjoy a breathtaking view of Pokhara city and Phewa Lake from the stupa. Then you will walk down through the forest to Phewa Lake for an hour and cross by boat to Lakeside. In the afternoon, you will fly back to Kathmandu. Overnight at a 4-star hotel in Kathmandu.
Day 8: Final Departure from Kathmandu
On your day of departure, we will bid you a sweet goodbye. Our team representative will drop you to the airport for your safe journey back to your country.
# Pricing for Group Size Basis: (Private Trip - Spring Holiday - March-May)
All inclusive Trek Price for family of 3 persons; USD 3195
All inclusive Trek Price for family of 4 persons; USD 4140
All inclusive Trek Price for family of 5 persons; USD 5100
All inclusive Trek Price for family of 6 persons; USD 6060
# Pricing for Group Size Basis: (Private Trip - Autumn Holiday - September-November)
All inclusive Trek Price for family of 3 persons; USD 3120
All inclusive Trek Price for family of 4 persons; USD 4040
All inclusive Trek Price for family of 5 persons; USD 4975
All inclusive Trek Price for family of 6 persons; USD 5910
# Pricing for Group Size Basis: (Private Trip - Winter Holiday - December-February)
All inclusive Trek Price for family of 3 persons; USD 3045
All inclusive Trek Price for family of 4 persons; USD 3940
All inclusive Trek Price for family of 5 persons; USD 4850
All inclusive Trek Price for family of 6 persons; USD 5760
Note: Horse renting in Annapurna Region is USD 75 per day per horse including horse man, his food, accommodation, salary and insurance.
Booking open for Spring/Autumn/Winter in 2026/2027: Join with us now on a Annapurna Foothills Trek for families. Get 5% Family Holiday Discount!
Customize Your Trek: This is a general itinerary, which can always individually be “tailormade”. The trek package can be redesigned or redeveloped as per your taste, For more information please e-mail us at snftnepal@gmail.com or snftnepal@yahoo.de
NOTE: In case of emergency during the trip, Helicopter will be arranged by Swiss Himalayan Family Treks and Expedition Pvt.Ltd. The charges must be paid by clients themselves.
| Dates | Price starts from/Adult | Status * |
|---|---|---|
| Flexible / On request Book this Trip | USD 1,120 EUR 968 SFr 927 GBP 847 AUD 1.632 CAD 1.555 | Available on request |
* Dates can be flexible, please contact us for individual dates.
Our annapurna-foothills-trek-for-families Package Cost includes:
Our Trek Package Cost includes:
* Airport/Hotel/Airport pick up and transfer by private car/van.
* 2 nights deluxe accommodation in double/twin bed sharing basis with breakfast at 4* Hotel Kathmandu Guest House in Kathmandu.
* 1 night deluxe accommodation in double/twin bed sharing basis with breakfast at 5* Hotel Pokhara Grande in Pokhara.
* Domestic flight ticket from Kathmandu-Pokhara-Kathmandu and airport tax.
* Meals (breakfast, lunch and dinner) with Tea & coffee and hot/cold filter water during the trek.
* 4 nights Lodge/Guest-house accommodation during the trek.
* 1 experienced, helpful and friendly English speaking guide, porters (1 porter for 2 peoples and carry 25KG), their food & accommodation, salary, equipment & insurance.
* Down Sleeping Bag (Minus 20-30 Degree Celsius), Duffel Bag, LifeStraw Water Filter for drinking water, trekking map.
* All ground transportation by private vehicle.
* Annapurna Conservation Area Permit and othe necessary permit.
* First Aid Medical Kit box.
* Office Service charge.
* All Government Tax.
Our annapurna-foothills-trek-for-families Package Cost doesn't include:
Our Trek Package Cost doesn't include:
* Any meals (Lunch and Dinner) in Kathmandu and Pokhara other than breakfast.
* Travel insurance.
* International air fare to and from Nepal.
* Nepal Tourist Visa fees.
* Items and expenses of personal nature.
* Any kind of alcoholic drinks, cold drinks, snacks, laundry, phone call, Internet and hot shower.
* Personal Trekking Equipment.
* Emergency Evacuation (Helicopter Rescue).
* Any costs which arise due to a change of the itinerary, because of landslides, domestic flight delays, political disturbance, and strikes etc.
* Any other costs whatsoever, that is not mentioned in the cost included.
* Horse renting and additional porters due to natural calamities during the trek.
* Tips for guide, porters, driver...
Tipping is expected but it is not mandatory.
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