Dhampus Sarangkot trek is lovely and a short trekking trip, also regarded to be an alternative trip to Annpurna view trekking, popular for sneaking amazing mountain vista of range of Himalayas from close distance and explore diverse flora and fauna, including distinct local culture, rituals and more.
Dhampus Sarangkot trek is one another short and popular trekking trips located at the most popular trekking destination--Annapurna trek. Dhampus Sarangkot trekking is regarded to be an alternative trekking of Annapurna view trekking. Dhampus Sarangkot trekking takes you around the hills located to the north of Pokhara, the picturesque valley in the western Nepal. The trek offers you range of panoramic sweep of Himalayas from Mt. Dhaulagiri (8,167) in the west to the perfect pyramid which is Mt. Machhapuchhre known as Mt. Fishtail (6,997 m) and the rounded peak of Mt. Annapurna II (7,937 m) in the east, especially from Sarangkot, the lovely viewpoint situated at the hilltop of the Pokhara. You will equally see these mountains also from Dhampus, which is a one of the exquisite place where you can spend relaxing days and it offers stunning views of the whole shebang of mountains including that of Mt. Hiuchuli (6,441 m), Mt. Gangapurna (7,454 m), Lamjung Himal (6,986 m) from so close distance.
Sarangkot is located just above Pokhara is the best view point for having range of incredible mountain views, also for having amazing sunrise and sunset views, and equally, for having incredible landscapes and numerous of sprawling lakes in the bellow, whereas, Dhampus itself is merely 25 km from Pokhara. The major highlights of Dhampus Sarangot trekking is that you will be able to explore the beautiful village settled by Gurung, Magar and Thakali ethnic groups, many of their family members have joined in the British and Indian Armed force. It is an ideal trekking trips for those who are the first timers, or those who are physically challenged and cannot travel to the high altitude area, or who do not have trekking experience, but wishing to have amazing mountain vista and equally exploring the village life, local culture, enjoy with local dishes and delicacies and taking part in the local activities and more.
During the trip, you will pass through rough hills, cascading river, forest full of flora and fauna, terraced farm-field. In addition, you will also enjoy the picturesque drive along the Trishuli and Marshyandi River and if you wish to you also can have a boating or rafting in these river, which are popular towards this end. This trip is designed for those travelers who are first timers or who are physically challenged and cannot travel to the high altitude areas. Dhampus Sarangkot trekking for those adventure travelers who have a few days, this short trek gives travelers great sunset and sunrise panorama views of the Annapurna Range, Combined with a stay at the pleasant lakeside city of Pokhara, it involves easy walking with no high altitudes and can be done by anyone with a reasonable fitness level. Though only a few days long, this trek will provide worth-remembering memories of a lifetime.
Dhampus Sarangkot trekking begins right after an intensive tour in Kathmandu valley. You will have one day drive from Kathmandu to Pokhara and then you will have short drive to Phedi and then start hking to Dhampus ridge, exploring all around, you will retrace back to Sarangkot , the best viewpoint, from where you will have amazing mountain vista and finally retrace down to Pokhara, subsequently return back to Kathmandu.