Australian Camp Hike
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Australian Camp Hike

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Description

Australian Camp Hiking – A Day Trip

Trip Overview

Australian Camp which is previously known as Thulakharka offers striking views over the valleys and stunning views of the Annapurna mountain range including the views of sunrise and sunset. It is an easy trek in the foothills of Annapurna near Pokhara. The trip can be done all year round and is also very suitable for people without any hiking experience and people of all ages.

Thulakharka is supposed one of the best places in the world to observe and counting the migratory hunting birds which happens from the first week ofSeptember till mid-December.

Located at an altitude of 2100m on the hill top, it offers incredible view of Annapurna Mountain range over the valleys. Spending the night in lodge at Australian Camp allow you to experience both sunrise and sunset over the mountain with color changing magic. The hike to Australian camp is considered to be one of the most pleasant walk from Pokhara. It is a trek that enables trekkers to see the Annapurna range of mountains.

Quick facts

Trip duration: 1 Day

Walking hours: 5-6 hrs.

Best time: Oct- Dec, March – May

Max. Elevation: 2100m.

Difficulty: Easy

Trip style: Hiking

Starts / Ends in:  Kande /Phedi

Transportation: Car + Coach

Group size: 2-12 people

Attractions

– Amazing Landscapes, scenery.
– Peaceful hiking through villages , farm lands, forest.
– Experience the ethnic culture and tradition.
– Local handicrafts and Nepalese village lifestyle.
– Unspoiled country life, settlements, ethnic people etc.
– Hiking via lush rhododendron with cool shades.
– Mountain views include Machhapuchhre, Annapurna massif, Gangapurna.
– Excellent view of Pokhara valley and Phewa Lake.
– Scenic drive to and fro through city and hills.

Trip Itinerary

  1. Start after a hearty breakfast where our guide picks you for short ride of an hour to reach at Kande, the starting point of hiking.
  2. Walk uphill straight for an hour and make gradual up for another hour then we reach Austrian Camp (2100m.), from where we will see the stunning views of beautiful mountains, green hills and the landscapes. Refresh and engage in photography or rest for some time.
  3. Enjoy Lunch with mountain views in Australian Camp.
  4. Slowly start moving downwards to the Dhampus village through Rhododendron forest. Explore the Culture and enjoy the majestic views of the mountains and the landscape.
  5. Further descend one and half an hour down towards Phedi observing the natural beauty of the Hills area of Nepal through different forests, farmlands, and villages.
  6. Drive half an hour from Phedi on a scenic road to Pokhara.

Inclusions

– Professional guide
– Transportation : Hotel – Kande by Car / Coach
– Transportation : Phedi – Hotel  by Car/ Coach
– Local taxes, monastery entry fees etc.

Exclusions

– Food and drinks
– Necessary hiking gears
– Other any transportation except included in the section
– Gratuities

 

We can customize this trip as per your schedule, budget and preferences. If you wish to discuss any aspect of this trip or your suitability for it please contact us.

Additional information

Duration

2 hours (approx.)
Location

Pokhara
Cost Includes

All fees and taxes, An experienced English-speaking and government-licensed tour guide, Transportation, Pickup
Cost Excludes

Any other transportation except included in the section, Travel and rescue insurance, Tips for guide(s), porter(s) and driver(s)

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