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Kathmandu · Bagmati · Nepal
7 Day Dhampus Sarangkot with Paragliding
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The Experience
What your day looks like
The Dhampus-Australian Camp-Sarangkot with Paragliding Trip aims to give you an experience encompassing all the Annapurna region has to offer. You will walk along the lush hills and rhododendron forest to reach three famous vantage points, namely: Dhampus, Australian Camp, and Sarangkot. You will get a chance to get a breathtaking panoramic view of the Annapurna Range as the first rays of the sun strike the mountains. The trip will end with you paragliding over Pokhara Valley. The tour commences with your arrival in the Kathmandu Valley. Embark on a road trip to Pokhara along the lively Prithvi Highway and go through the highway towns of Kurintar and Muglin. After covering a distance of 200 km, we arrive at Pokhara. In Pokhara, you can spend the remainder of the day indulging in a quick sightseeing trip exploring the Lakeside. The trip to the Australian Camp starts with a quick drive to Phedi. The trek begins from Phedi and goes through rhododendron forests and green hills. As we walk through Dhampus, we can see the rural settlements that live on the outskirts of the city. The people here are mostly of Gurung, Tamang, and Chhetri. You get an amazing glimpse of Annapurna Range and Machhapuchhre. We finally reach Australian Camp which is a small settlement in the middle of the wilderness. The trail leads us to Sarangkot from there where we can see the glorious sunrise that illuminates the mountains like Annapurna I (8091m), Dhaulagiri (8167m), and Machhapuchhre (6993m). From here, we shall take a quick paragliding tour. The flight shall cover the Pokhara Valley and you can see the entire Pokhara Valley from a bird’s eye view. After a brief sightseeing tour which comprises of sights like Davis Falls and Phewa Lake, we shall drive back to Kathmandu where the trip shall end. Nepal Ascent Treks is a pioneer in various tours. Our specialized tour guides and staff can cater to your every need and our cost-effective rates are unparalleled. We also provide various packages and customization options on all trips. For further information, please contact us
At a Glance
The experience, in brief
- Sightseeing around the Pokhara Valley
- Trekking through the beautiful landscape to Australian Camp
- Sunrise view over the Annapurna and Dhaulagiri ranges, and Mt. Machhapuchhre
- Paraglide in the company of the Annapurna Himalayas over the Pokhara Valley
Your Itinerary
Your day, step by step
Day 1
Kathmandu
Today, you land in Tribhuvan International Airport and arrive in Kathmandu. You will meet our company representative in the airport and they will transfer you to your hotel. Along the way, he shall brief you on the major events about this trip and he shall assist you in completing the paperwork. There are no other planned activities today so, you can explore the city if you would like
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Kathmandu
Overnight in Kathmandu.
Day 2
Pokhara
Sightseeing at Pokhara Valley. Wake up early, and after a fulfilling breakfast, get on a vehicle and head towards the Pokhara valley. The drive takes you through Prithvi Highway and along the way, you can will get a glimpse into the rural lifestyle of Nepal. In Pokhara, you can take a quick stroll near Lakeside and even go boating in the Phewa Lake
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Kathmandu
Overnight in Pokhara
Day 3
Kathmandu
Hiking. A quick ride will first take you to Phedi which is the commencing point of this trek. The road goes through Dhampus, a quaint hill station that offers amazing glimpses of Annapurna Range and Machhapuchhre (6993m). The trek from Phedi to Australian camp takes us along rhododendron forests and green hills. The camp is a small settlement in the middle of the wilderness which comprises small teahouses
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Kathmandu
Overnight in Australian camp
Day 4
Kathmandu
Hiking at Phewa Lake. After spending a night in Australian camp, we head on to Sarangkot for a sunrise view. From the hill station, you can see Annapurna (8091m), Dhaulagiri (8167m), and Machhapuchhre (6993m), and Pokhara Valley including Phewa Lake. The view of the rising sunlight reflected onto these mountains, and the change of color is breathtaking. You will find the station packed with tourists
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Kathmandu
Overnight in Sarangkot
Day 5
Pokhara
Paragliding at Pokhara Valley. Today, you enjoy paragliding from Sarangkot. There are three types of paragliding methods available and you can pick whichever you feel most comfortable. The flight goes across the Pokhara Valley, and it provides you amazing view of the snow laden mountains, surrounding lush hills, and lakes of Pokhara valley
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Pokhara
Local Flavor at Tal Barahi Temple. Afterward, we head to Pokhara where we explore sites like the Tal Barahi Temple, Davis Falls, and the Bat cave
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Kathmandu
Overnight in Pokhara
Day 6
Kathmandu
Get on a private vehicle and head back to Kathmandu retracing your drive back along the Prithvi Highway. The drive covers around 200 km and is expected to last for 6 hours.
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Kathmandu
Leisure. Upon arrival in Kathmandu, you can do any sort of last minute shopping and sightseeing
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Kathmandu
Overnight in Kathmandu
Day 7
Kathmandu
Thank you for visiting! Today is your final day in Nepal and our company representative will drop you back off at Tribhuvan International Airport for your final departure. Goodbye and Thank you for traveling with us. We hope to see you again for other travels in Nepal.
Before You Go
What to know before booking
Included
Nepal Ascent Treks duffel bag, t-shirt, and trekking map Local sim card Licensed, experienced, and English-speaking trekking guide Kathmandu-Pokhara-Kathmandu travel in a deluxe bus Insurance of guide and porter First aid medical kit All necessary paperwork and trekking permits (National Park Permit, TIMS) Airport pickup and drop facility A porter and his entire expenses
Not Included
Travel insurance which covers emergency rescue and evacuation Tipping to staff (as an appreciation) Personal expenses (phone calls, laundry, bar bills, battery recharge, extra porters, bottle or boiled water, shower, etc Nepal arrival visa Meals in the city except for breakfast and other mentioned special dinner Extra night accommodation in Kathmandu and Pokhara in case of early arrival, late departure, and early return from the mountain (due to any reason) than the scheduled itinerary Cost for additional trips Airfare for domestic and international flights
What to Bring
Comfortable clothing and footwear Bag for essentials Sunscreen
Meeting & Pickup
Kathmandu, Nepal
Planning Notes
Hotel pickup offered: Yes Confirmation: Manual By Business
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