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Key Information

Region:

Annapurna Region Nepal

Activities:

Trekking, Hiking, Cultural Observation

Accommodation:

Lodge, Camping, Resort Hotels

Access:

Pokhara Valley

Transport:

Local or Tourist Bus, Car, Jeep, Van, Haice, Shuttle bus, Flight

Best Season:

Autumn and Spring

Grade:

Easy

Altitude:

3802m

Trip Highlights

Plough through,by the hedonistic vehicle drive from Kathmandu.
Until today it is the deepest Gorge across the planet.
It is older than the Himalayas of Nepal.
Exceedingly privileged by the local Thakali people.
Ponytail of Mt:Dhaulagiri and Annapurna is divergent by the Gorge.
Popular for river rafting due to easy access to the rivers.
More euphoric than exhaustion.

The Kali Gandaki Gorge trekking or Andha Galchi is the gorge of the Kali Gandaki (or Gandaki River) in the Himalayas in Nepal. By some measures the Kali Gandaki gorge trek is the deepest gorge in the world, being 5,571 m or 18,278 ft lower than Annapurna I which bounds it at one point. Gorge depth is difficult to define due to disagreement over rim height so this claim is disputed.

The upper part of the gorge is also called Thak Khola after the local Thakali people who became prosperous from trans-Himalayan trade. Geologically, the gorge is within a structural graven.

The gorge separates the major peaks of Dhaulagiri (8,167 m or 26,795 ft) on the west and Annapurna (8,091 m or 26,545 ft) on the east. If one measures the depth of a canyon by the difference between the river height and the heights of the highest peaks on either side, the gorge is the world's deepest. The portion of the river directly between Dhaulagiri and Annapurna I (7 km downstream from Tukuche) is at an elevation of 2,520 m or 8,270 ft, 5,571 m or 18,278 ft lower than Annapurna I. As tectonic activity forced the mountains higher, the river cut down through the uplift. This Annapurna region is known for shaligram fossils, revered as one of five non-living forms of Lord Vishnu.

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Itinerary Expand All Close All

Arrival at Tribhuban International Airport (T.I.A) and pick up by our private vehicle and transfer to the Hotel.

Food

Dinner

Accomodation

Hotel

Elevation

1400

1400

7 hrs drive or 30 minutes flight to Kathmandu and check in Hotel and rest of the time for shoppin

Drive to Airport for Return flight

What Is Included ?

Airport pick up and drop off by our private vehicle
Kathmandu/Pokhara hotel room with Breakfast (B) basis
Fluent English speaking license holder sightseeing tour guide
Sightseeing tour guide fee
Sightseeing entrance fee
Trekkers Information Management System (TIMS) fees
Annapurna Conservation Area Project (ACAP) entry permit fees
All accommodation and 3 meals a day during the trek in lodge
English speaking license holder trekking Guide and each 2 persons 1 Porter
Wages, equipment, insurance and other facilities to staffs
All land transfer as per above itinerary

What Is Excluded?

Nepal entry visa fee US$ 25 (duration 15 days from date of issue) you may easily issue the visa upon your arrival at Tribhuwan International Airport Kathmandu. (it will be ready within few minutes) You will require each 2 passport size photos.
Kathmandu/Pokhara Hotel Lunch and Dinner (L, D)
Kathmandu-Pokhara or Pokhara-Kathmandu, Domestic Airfare per person US$ 125 only (If you required)
Jomsom to Pokhara domestic airfare per person US$ 116 only (If you required)
Travel Insurance and medical evacuation in case of emergency
Personal Spending money and all kind of drinks (Alcoholic, hot and cold drinks) bar bill, Int'l Telephone bill, laundry, hot shower etc. Tips for guide, porter and driver. (Tipping is expected).

Kali Gandaki Gorge Trekking Altitude Profile

FAQs

Kali Gandaki Gorge Trekking is a moderate trek and is not so difficult.

Kali Gandaki Gorge Trekking is at an elevation of 3802 meters.

The Kali Gandaki Gorge Trekking costs US$1560 only, per person.

One must be vaccinated against COVID-19 for travelling to Nepal and you might also follow your doctor’s advice on the vaccinations to be taken.

Our itinerary is designed for easy travel to every trekker. Hence, it can be done by beginners as well.

You can find the Kali Gandaki Gorge Trekking packages from our company Skyline Treks and Expedition (P) Ltd.

The Kali Gandaki Gorge Trekking can be done throughout the year however, autumn and spring seasons are the best for this trek.

You can reach Pokhara via bus after a 7 Hours drive or else you can also take a 30 minutes flight.

Yes, of course. It is not like the Ktm-Lukla flight.

You can have 3 meals (B, L and D) per day on your trek. However, you will have to pay for extra snacks, drinks and also bottled water.

You will stay in a budget hotel in Kathmandu and Pokhara. While on trekking we provide you daily accommodation at local tea houses in various stations.

You have to pay an additional charge to get hot water from the teahouses you are staying in.

Generally, a group size of 1 to 15 people is considered.

Yes, there is a single guide and a porter for every two trekkers.

You can recharge your gadgets at the tea houses for which you will have to pay a general amount of US $2-3.

There is no ATM service on the Kali Gandaki Gorge Trekking trail so you must carry enough money from Kathmandu or Pokhara before starting your journey.

Yes, of course. Internet and mobile connectivity are available at most places on the trek.

Yes, you must have travel insurance to do any treks in Nepal.

Yes, we do accept last-minute bookings as well.

Yes, you can find many short trek alternatives to Kali Gandaki Gorge Trekking in our company Skyline Treks and Expedition.

We are a renowned company in the travel and trek field because of our 26 years of experience. We provide quality service to our customers with the highest success rate and transparency as well. Therefore, you can definitely believe in us for your dream adventures.

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