Himalayan Horse Trek - 9 Days
Love horses and want to experience the Himalayas but are too short on time?
Then, our 9-Day Himalayan Horse Trek will fulfill your expectations.
Ride through impressive rhododendron forests, experience the true lifestyle of the Gurung and Magar, witness stunning mountain views of Mt. Dhaulagiri, Mt. Machhapuchhre, Annapurna I, Mt. Manaslu, Annapurna II and many other peaks, enjoy delicious food and warm hospitality, and explore the region with your horse.
Horse trekking in Nepal is a magical experience. Our Himalayan Horse Trek is one of the most exhilarating ways to discover the Annapurna region, and gives an exciting mix of adventure and culture.
Day 01. WELCOME TO NEPAL
Upon arrival in Kathmandu, our friendly representative will be waiting for you at the airport with a sign displaying your name. He will then drive you to your hotel. At the hotel, you will receive a short pre-departure briefing.
Depending on your time of arrival, you are free to relax or explore the city.
Accommodation: 3-Star Hotel.
Day 02. POKHARA
Accommodation: 3-Star Hotel.
Meals: Breakfast.
Day 03. DRIVE TO NAYAPUL | HORSE TREK TO ULLERI (1960m)
After breakfast, we will drive to Nayapul. We will meet our horses and enter the Annapurna Conservation Area. We will cross few suspension bridges before reaching Tikhedhunga. Then, we will continue our horse trek to Ulleri, an ancient village of stone houses.
Accommodation: Lodge.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner.
Day 04. HORSE TREK FROM ULLERI TO GHOREPANI (2874m)
Enjoy a stunning sunrise with spectacular views of Annapurna South and Hiunchuli.
After breakfast, we will continue our horse trek to Ghorepani through the rhododendron forest.
Accommodation: Lodge.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner.
Day 05. HIKE GHOREPANI – POON HILL (3210m) | HORSE TREK TO TADAPANI (2630m)
We will wake up around 4 am and begin our hike to Poonhill at 4:30 am sharp (≈ 1 hour hike). Witness the spectacular Poonhill sunrise over towering peaks. Enjoy the breathtaking views of Mt. Dhaulagiri, Annapurna I, Annapurna South, Mt. Fishtail, Mt. Manaslu, Annapurna II and many other peaks.
We will hike down and enjoy a well-deserved breakfast. Then, we will continue our ride to Tadapani through the rhododendron forest. Along the way, we will have stunning views of mountain ranges.
Accommodation: Lodge.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner.
Day 06. HORSE TREK FROM TADAPANI TO GHANDRUK (1940m)
After a filling breakfast, we will ride through the deep forest to Ghandruk, a beautiful Gurung village. We will enjoy the amazing views of the Annapurna mountain range along the way.
Accommodation: Lodge.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner.
Day 07. HORSE TREK FROM GHANDRUK TO NAYAPUL | DRIVE BACK TO POKHARA
We will follow the trail and cross small streams before reaching Nayapul. Then, we will drive back to Pokhara.
Accommodation: 3-Star Hotel.
Meals: Breakfast & Lunch.
Day 08. DRIVE FROM POKHARA TO KATHMANDU
Accommodation: 3-Star Hotel.
Meals: Breakfast & Farewell Dinner.
Day 09. DEPARTURE
After a fun-filled trip, our journey ends. We hope you thoroughly enjoyed your trip. We will take you to the Tribhuvan International Airport. If you have time and would like to extend your stay in Nepal, we would be happy to offer our recommendations.
Meals: Breakfast.
Please note: This itinerary is intended to be a guideline; local conditions and weather may necessitate slight itinerary variations.
This package can be extended or customized upon request.
- Rucksack or duffle bag.
- Outdoor clothing: Outdoor clothing should be tough and comfortable. Walking boots, trainers & sport sandals are ideal.
- Water Bottle or Hydration Bladder with Water Purification Tablets. We recommend LifeStraw, an advanced water filter bottle.
- Daypack.
- Trekking Pants & Shorts.
- Horse-riding boots.
- Helmet.
- Flashlight.
- Wash kit and towel.
- Sleeping bag.
- Sun glasses, hat & sunscreen.
- Camera.
- 1 waterproof jacket. Check the weather forecast before you go.
- Medicine (in particular, diarrhea medication): Isotonic Powder/ Basic First Aid Kit/ Diamox/ Oximeter / Ibuprofen for general aches and pains/ Imodium or Pepto Bismol capsules for upset stomach or diarrhea.
- Copies of important documents (passport, vaccination certificates, travel insurance) & extra passport photos.
- Padlocks.
- Power adapter.
*THIS LIST IS NOT EXHAUSTIVE.
What’s included
- Pre-departure support.
- Airport pick-up & drop-off.
- Professional English-speaking trekking guide during the entire trip.
- 1 horse per rider.
- Porter service during the horse trek (20kg baggage max. per porter).
- Ostler / horse rider with his own horse during the horseback ride.
- Tourist bus transportation from Kathmandu to Pokhara and Pokhara to Kathmandu.
- Private transportation from Pokhara to the starting point of the trek and back.
- Accommodation: 3-Star Hotels BB on twin sharing basis (2 nights in Kathmandu and 2 nights in Pokhara) and lodges during the horse trek.
- Meals (refer to itinerary for meal plan).
- All necessary permits.
- First aid kits.
- Farewell dinner in Kathmandu.
- All government taxes, VAT and service charges.
What’s NOT included
- International flights and domestic flights.
- Lunches and dinners in Kathmandu (except farewell dinner) and Pokhara.
- Tips for porters, guides & others.
- Personal riding boots & clothing.
- Personal expenditures, all bar bills, laundry, telephone calls, etc.
- Medical examination (if required) & vaccination costs.
- Visa fees.
- Travel insurance.
- Anything else not specified in the ‘what’s included’ section above.
Accommodation:
Kathmandu: 3-Star Hotel.
Pokhara: 3-Star Hotel.
During horse trek: Lodges.
Meals:
Kathmandu: Breakfasts & Farewell Dinner.
Pokhara: Breakfasts.
During the horse trek: Breakfasts, Lunches & Dinners.
Good health and passion for adventure.
This tour requires good riding skills and knowledge of horses.
Only 1 rider per horse.
The maximum weight we can allow for this ride is 85 kg.
Please note that helmets are mandatory on this ride.
You are required as a condition of booking to have an adequate travel insurance.
