Panchase Trek

  Panchase Trek – A Short Scenic Trek from Pokhara

The Panchase Trek is a beautiful and relatively easy trek located in the Annapurna region of Nepal, perfect for beginners, families, solo trekkers, or those with limited time. Starting near the lakeside city of Pokhara, this off-the-beaten-path route offers stunning Himalayan views, rich biodiversity, and immersive cultural experiences – all without the crowds of more famous treks.

Panchase Trek is a  unique attribute of this mid-hill region is that you will not see many other trekkers, only the vast ethnic diversity from this remote village of Panchase. Your trip highlight will include the majestic panorama of Dhaulagiri, Annapurna, Manaslu (all over 8000m).

Panchase Trek is a popular Nepalese pilgrim destination where locals pay their respects to their ancestors’ souls or worship the mountain gods. In the alpine meadows, near to Panchase, there is a pond, which is so clear. It is believed that even the birds pluck out the leaves on the surface. This area is home to Gurung people, traditional members of British Gurkha Army, who as descendants of Tibet, practice their own form of Buddhism. Experience the people and culture of Nepal along the Panchase Trek.