6-Day Trek to Panchase, Trekking Pokhara Itinerary and Cost

6-day trek to Panchase is incredible beautiful trekking in Pokhara for an authentic trek experience of Annapurna. It is a great trek to Panchase Bhanjyang(Peak/Hill) for trek beginners like families with children to seniors. The off the beaten Panchase track goes through rural villages and lush green forest of rhododendron. A less touristic, an easy trek known as Panchase Village Trek.The Bhadaure village, Panchase Peak and Panchase Bhanjyang offers the best Sunset and Sunrise and the Annapurna and Fishtail Himalayan range. Please email us at missionecotreknepal@gmail.com and call or leave message on WhatsApp at + 977 9851023742 to customize Panchase Trek Itinerary and cost 2024|2025.

Trek Facts

Trek Name: Panchase Trekking

Trek Duration: 6 days

Trek Difficulty: Moderate

Trek Season: All year

Trek Altitude: 2600m

Trek Cost: USD 550 - USD 730

Group Size: 01 - 12 people

Trek Package: Home Stay Tea House Trek

Mode of Transfer: Bus/Car/Flight

Start/End of Trek: Kathmandu /Pokhara

6 nights 7 days Panchase Trekking in Annapurna, Nepal with departure dates & cost.

Panchase Trek is a short trek from Pokhara. This is an old trekking trail used by local villagers. Panchase Hill trek is a good option for those travelers wishing an authentic trekking experience in the Himalayas with incredible views of Annapurna and Fishtail. Pokhara to Panchase Trek provides an opportunity to relax and explore the natural and cultural beauty of Annapurna trek region. A short and easy, Panchase Trek lies to the west of Pokhara. We trek through Gurung, Brahman and Chhetri villages and rhododendron forest.

The low altitude Panchase trek is possible to complete in 7 days. An ideal trek to test your physical fitness before joining a long high altitude treks in Nepal. The best short treks of Pokhara. Panchase peak at 2500m is the highest point of Panchase Trek.

Meals on 6 days Panchase trek is standard. Dal Bhat is the staple meals along with pasta, pancakes, momos and chowmein. Porridge is usually available. Basic tea house or home stay accommodation are there, room with twin sharing beds outside sharing common toilet and bathroom

The trails are mainly steps along forest pathways. Trekking pole is helpful. Likewise do see if your footwear easily slips on stone or not before going. A certain level of fitness is definitely helpful. Altitude sickness is not really a problem as you will reach to an altitude of 2,500 m. All aged group trekkers can trek to Panchase Peak.Trek to Panchase is a must do trip once in a life time.

Day 01: Arrive in Kathmandu (1300m)
Receive at kathmandu airport upon arrival and drive to hotel.
Day 02: Kathmandu to Pokhara (850m)
Drive or fly to Pokhara. Takes 6 hours drive by tourist bus or private vehicle and flight takes 30 minutes.
Day 03: Pokhara to Bhadaure (1900m)
Drive to Kade,the starting point of Panchase trek and continue trek to Bhadaure. It is relatively short trek day to Bhadaure village.
Day 04: Bhadaure to Panchase Bhanjyang (2600m).
Breakfast and trek uphill to Panchase Bhanjyang through the jungle and at times yo can see the view from the eastern side of the ridge. It is worthwhile going to Panchase Danda view point at sunrise or sunset to see the reddish Annapurna mountains.
Day 05: Panchase Bhanjyang to Pokhara via Panchase Danda View Point
Early morning trek up to Panchase Hill to see sunrise and the Himalayas panoramic view. Enjoy the view of Himalayas panorama and sunrise, back down to guest house, have breakfast and trek down the path to a village called Ghcitichhina for about four-five hours. There take a bus back to Pokhara.
Day 06: Pokhara to Kathmandu
Early morning bus drive to Kathmandu, it takes for 6 hours drive.
Day 07: Kathmandu Airport
Final airport transfer to Kathmandu airport to get your flight back to home.

Cost Included:

Airport Pick up & drop by private tourist vehicle.
Twin sharing hotel accommodation in Kathmandu and Pokhara with breakfast included.
Guided city tour in Kathmandu and Pokhara by private vehicle.
All Meals-Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner during the trek.
Lodges, twin sharing guest houses accommodation during the trek.
Licensed English speaking guide.
The required number of porters to carry your luggage during the trek (one porter for every two guests).
Food, accommodation, salary, insurance, equipment and medicine for all staff.
Annapurna Conservation Park permits and TIMS permit for trekking.
Flight Pokhara to Jomsom including Airport Tax.
Sightseeing entrance fees in Kathmandu and Pokhara.
All our government taxes, vat, tourist service charges.
Official expenses.

Cost Not Included:

Lunch and dinner in Kathmandu and pokhara.
Travel insurance which covers emergency Rescue and Evacuation.
Nepal visa
Alcoholic, hot and cold drinks.
Personal trekking Equipment
Tips for trekking staff and driver (Tipping is expected).
Any others expenses which are not mentioned on Cost Includes.

Trek Gear List: No need to bring unnecessary trekking equipment with you for trekking in Nepal. The following trekking equipment and gears are recommended before trekking in Nepal. Most of the trekking equipment what you will need can be rented or purchased in Nepal either in Kathmandu or Pokhara at cheap price. We will help you with the necessary arrangements. Except your day pack all the luggage will be carried by porters. There is an allowance of 15 kg per person. Additional personal items not needed for the trekking part of the trip can be stored in the storage room of hotel without extra cost.
Head:
Sun hat or scarf
Light balaclava or warm fleece hat
Sunglasses with UV protection
Lower Body:
Under Garments
Hiking shorts
Lightweight cotton long pants
Light and expedition weight thermal bottoms
Fleece or wool pants (seasonal)
Waterproof (preferably breathable fabric) shell pants
Feet:
Thin, lightweight inner socks
Thick, warm wool hiking socks
Hiking boots with spare laces
Camp shoes (sneakers and/or sandals)
Gaiters for hiking in winter to the base camp
Upper Body:
T-shirts
Light and expedition weight thermal tops
Fleece jacket or pullover
Fleece Wind-Stopper jacket (optional)
Waterproof (preferably breathable fabric) shell jacket
Down vest and/or jacket
Hands:
Lightweight gloves
Heavyweight gloves or mittens with a waterproof shell outer (seasonal)
Accessories:
Sleeping bag rated to zero DC
Headlamp (e.g. Petzl Zoom) with spare bulbs and batteries
Trekking Bags/Duffel bag
Basic First Aid Kit
Large plastic bags - for keeping items dry inside trek bag
Day pack (approximately 2500 to 3000 cubic inches)
Trekking Poles
Water bottle (2) or camel bag
Toiletries (Small wash towel, Toilet papers etc)
Ear Plug (who know some people on group are snoring)
Toiletries:
1 medium sized quick drying towel
Tooth brush/paste (preferably biodegradable)
Multipurpose soap (preferably biodegradable)
Deodorants
Nail clippers
Face and body moisturizer
Feminine hygiene products
Small mirror
Personal Hygiene:
Wet wipes (baby wipes)
Tissue /toilet roll
Anti bacterial hands wash
Extras/Luxuries:
Binoculars
Novels
Trail Map/Guide book
Journal & Pen
iPod
Pencils and small notebooks
Travel game i.e. chess, backgammon, scrabble
Modest swim suits (for Kathmandu)