Millennium Trek

Trip code
Package name Millennium Trek
Duration 6
Max. elevation 1600 m
Level EASY
Transportation Grounded vehicals depending on group size.
Accomodation Tea house and Homestay twin shairng bed basis during the Trek.
Starts at Pokhara
Ends at Pokhara
Trip route Pokhara - Deldung - Rajasthal - Gharedi - Pokharichap - Pelkachour - Mohakotsibalaya - Rambacha.
Cost USD 490 per person

Highlights

Overview

Millennium trek provides you the opportunity to explore the stunning view of mountains and landscape, cultural aspects of different ethnic groups along with the visit to 30 colorful villages. This trek is ideal for those trekkers who do not want to trek in the crowded parts, since this trekking trail is newly opened and untouched and unknown to lot of foreigners through being in one of the most popular trekking regions of Nepal.

Millennium trek is also known as Mid-Hill ridgeline trek. It lies on the south east of Pokhara and north east of walling Bazaar. The major attraction of this trek is diversity in the beautiful landscape and extremely impressive views of snow capped Mountains which ranges from Kanjiroba to Ganesh Himal. You will also have the opportunity to view the mesmerizing sunrise and sunset view throughout your trail. The main inhabitants of this region are Gurung, Brahmin, Chhetri and Magar. During your trek, you could also visit Dho Barahi Temple, Millennium cave- an absolute natural cave with unique underground water falls, ancient temple, monasteries and historical forts. You will be stunned with the exotic sites of flora and fauna of the place. The highest point you will be trekking during this trail is 1602 meter thus this route is consider to be from easy to moderate level of trekking. The trek offer opportunity to observe more than 30 colorful villages including Tanahu and Syanja district. This trek is perfect if you want to experience Nepali village life. You are also provided you with the opportunity to see the local people performing cultural programs in a couple of villages.

This trekking is quintessential for those trekkers who are seeking the village tourism and home stay with local people. Guest can fully enjoy with local culture and practices themselves. This is one of the unique chances to learn Nepali culture at on spoil land. The following itinerary is specially designed combining both village tour and trekking of Western parts of Nepal. We begin the trek from 4 hours of drive from Pokhara and stay at ‘Kolma’, one of the prominent and culturally enriched villages of ‘Syanja district’. The five nights six days trek gives an opportunity to know the real Nepalese tradition, culture and way of life. The trail starts from 420 meters height above from the sea level and leads till 1602 meters. So there is no problem of high altitude sickness. Millennium adventure explores covers more than 30 traditional villages. The views in the trekking are breathtaking. Millennium Trek begins from Gachhepani and ends in Majhkot of Syangja district. There are various view points along the trek that promises views of different mountains peak on the north. While on the trek, visitors can enjoy various cultural activities like Ghatu, Sorathi, Kauda, Salaijo, Jhora, Dhado Bhaka and Krishna Charitra, among others. The entire trek can be completed in six days. Length of trek can be adjusted to suit time needs.

Trip Itinerary

Day 1 : Drive Pokhara to Dulegaunda / Gachhepani (22 km) – approx 3 to 4 hrs drive and trek to Rajasthal (535 m)

Out setting our journey from Pokhara, we drive 22 kilometers towards Gachhepani via Dulegaunda. Gachhepani is located in Gandaki Zone at the western region of Nepal. It lies about 621 meters above sea level. The place is populated and surrounded by the hills around. Upon arrival at Gachhepani, we start our trek towards Rajasthal. The name of the place “Rajasthal” is kept in an order that “Raja” means “King” and “Sthal” means “place”. So, this place is named since in ancient period King of Nepal used to live in this place.  At Rajasthal we can see the ruins of the early kings of Nepal. One can also see panoramic view of Dulegaunda, Khairenitar, and Bhimad. At evening, you can enjoy the cultural show and stay overnight at one of the home stay or lodge.


Day 2 : Trek Rajasthal to Gharedi (980 m) - 5 hrs walk

On the second day of our trek, we wake up early in the morning and hike up to Kolmakot for sunrise view spreading its rays in the peaks of snow capped mountains. After beautiful sunrise view, we will have our breakfast and then proceed out trek to Millennium cave. Millennium cave is an absolute natural cave with unique underground water falls and historical forts. Continuing our trek from Millennium cave, we reach Gharedi which lies in the Western part of Nepal. We will spend our overnight in one of the lodges of Gharedi.

Day 3 : Trek Gharedi to Pokharichhap (Kolma) (1440 m) - 6 hrs walk

On the following day, after having breakfast we will continue our walk towards Pokharichhap, today’s destination. Pokharichhap is located in the region of Western Region and is approximately 143 kilometer from far away from the capital of the country, Kathmandu. Pokharichhap is also known as “Kolma”, one of the prominent and culturally enriched villages of Syanja district. After a couple of hours walk, enjoying the beautiful natural scenario and views of snow capped mountains we reach Pokharichhap. Upon arrival, you will be greeted by the local people with a smile on their face. Enjoy the local cultural dance, local food and culture. Overnight you will spend in Pokharichhap.

Day 4 : Trek Pokharichhap to Pelkachaur (1439 m) – approx 5 hrs walk

On this day, after breakfast we out set our trek towards Pelkachaur. Pelkachaur is a nice village where you can find diversity in the culture of people living around with a harmonious way. The ethnical groups living here are Brahmin, Chhetri, Magar and Gurung and the main dominant of this place are Brahmin and Chhetri.  You will have a pleasant feeling while spending one night in this place.

Day 5 : Trek Pelkachaur to Majhkotsibalaya (1602 m) - 5 hrs walk

Usually like the other day, today also you will get prepared by packing up your bag. Your rucksack will be carried by the porter trekking along with you. We will start our trek today around 8 am. This day, we will walk for more or less 5 hours to reach Majhkot (Majkotsibalaya). It is another beautiful village which is surrounded by hills all around, more like a hill between other hills. Here you can enjoy staying with the local people and helping them out in their daily activities like: cooking, washing, drinking, weaving, farming, cattle herding etc. You will get a chance to observe the local people very closely and have a close interaction with them. In the evening, you can be entertained by the local cultural music performance. Overnight stay in one of the home stay of lodge of Majhkotsibalaya.

Day 6 : Trek Majhkotsibalaya to Rambachha and drive to Pokhara – approx 2 hrs drive

On the very last day of our trek, we take our breakfast in Majhkotsibalaya and then descend down to Rambachha. Along the trail, you will cross many beautiful villages. After walking for about 3 to 4 hours we reach Rambachha where a private vehicle will be awaiting for your pickup. You will then be transferred to Pokhara. This way you will end your trek on the most beautiful part of the country with the handful of memories.


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