Annapurna Base Camp via Ghandruk: A Village Adventure to Snowy Giants!
Adventure White Himalaya
Want to hike to Annapurna’s icy throne while dancing through colorful villages? The Annapurna Base Camp via Ghandruk route is your answer! Over 20,000 trekkers chose this path last year, lured by stone villages, terraced farms, and close-up views of Annapurna South (7,219m) and Machapuchare (6,997m).
Why Go?
Ghandruk’s Charm: Start in Nepal’s iconic Gurung village—think slate-roofed houses, warm smiles, and momos (dumplings) that taste like hugs.
Annapurna Up Close: Reach the base camp (4,130m) in 7-10 days—no marathon needed! Kids as young as 9 have done it.
Walk Through Time: Pass ancient trails where farmers grow millet and herders guide goats.
Not Just a Hike
Soak in hot springs at Jhinu Danda (don’t forget your swimsuit!).
Spot monkeys swinging in oak forests and pheasants flaunting rainbow feathers.
Sleep in cozy tea houses where families share stories of mountain life.
Best Time to Go
March-May for rhododendron blooms, or October-November for skies so clear, you’ll count every snowflake on Annapurna.
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