Day 1
Kande to Australian Camp
3 hrs / 6 km / sleep 2,060 m
Short ascent from Kande to Australian Camp with views of the Annapurna range and Pokhara valley.
Annapurna
Panchase Trek
A short trek near Pokhara to Panchase Hill, offering views of Annapurna, Dhaulagiri, Machhapuchhre, Manaslu, and Phewa Lake. A sunrise viewpoint rivaling Poon Hill with far fewer crowds.
Easy3 days2,517 mMar - May, Oct - Nov
Photo: Wikimedia CommonsOverview
Trek overview
Long-form route context for planning, pacing, and realistic expectations.
Key Highlights & Takeaways
- Panchase Peak sunrise (2,517m)
- Views of 3 eight-thousanders
- Phewa Lake panorama
- Rhododendron forests
A short trek near Pokhara to Panchase Hill, offering views of Annapurna, Dhaulagiri, Machhapuchhre, Manaslu, and Phewa Lake. A sunrise viewpoint rivaling Poon Hill with far fewer crowds.
This itinerary is synced from TrekGuard mobile app data and includes 3 planned days, 28 km of walking, and 1,400 m of total elevation gain.
Highlights include Panchase Peak sunrise (2,517m), Views of 3 eight-thousanders, Phewa Lake panorama, Rhododendron forests.
Itinerary
Daily route plan
Day 2
Australian Camp to Panchase Bhanjyang
5 hrs / 12 km / sleep 2,400 m
Trek through rhododendron forests to Panchase Bhanjyang. Optional hike to Panchase Peak for sunset.
Day 3
Panchase Bhanjyang to Kande
4 hrs / 10 km / sleep 1,770 m
Early morning summit of Panchase Peak (2,517m) for sunrise, then descend back to Kande.
Altitude profile
How high you sleep, night by night
The single biggest safety factor on a high trek is how fast your sleeping altitude rises. Here's the shape of this itinerary.
1,770 m
Start
2,400 m
Highest sleep
2,517 m
Max altitude
3
Nights
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Interactive route preview
Leaflet route rendering with checkpoints, altitude markers, and GPX geometry where published.
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Day-by-day itinerary is available below. GPX/KML for this trek will appear here when published - always verify the trail locally before walking.
GPX and KML downloads
Static route references for offline planning.
GPX/KML files are not published for this route yet. Itinerary data is available now.
- Duration
- 3 days
- Altitude
- 2,517 m
- Updated
- 2026
Route files are planning references only. Always follow current trail conditions, local notices, and guide advice.
Packing checklist
Use a mobile-friendly checklist for clothing, electronics, medicine, documents, and trail gear.
Altitude and safety
Prepare before pushing higher.
Climb gradually and take acclimatization seriously.
Check weather, wind, and daylight before long days.
Descend and seek help if altitude symptoms worsen.
Panchase Trek FAQ
Straight answers on length, altitude, permits, season and cost for the Panchase Trek, generated from the same route data the TrekGuard app uses.
How many days does the Panchase Trek take?
The TrekGuard planning itinerary for the Panchase Trek runs 3 days and covers 28 km of walking. Treat it as a baseline: weather, flight delays and how you acclimatize can add days, so build slack into your schedule.
How high does the Panchase Trek go?
The Panchase Trek tops out at 2,517 m. The highest place you sleep on this itinerary is about 2,400 m, which matters more for altitude illness than the daytime high point.
What permits do you need for the Panchase Trek?
The Panchase Trek normally requires: ACAP (Annapurna Conservation Area Permit). Permit rules, fees and issuing offices change between seasons - confirm the current requirements with the Nepal Tourism Board or a registered agency before you travel.
When is the best time to trek the Panchase Trek?
Mar - May, Oct - Nov is the usual window for the Panchase Trek. Outside it you are trading stable weather for either monsoon cloud and leeches or deep winter cold and snow-blocked passes.
How difficult is the Panchase Trek?
The Panchase Trek is rated easy, with 1,400 m of total ascent over 28 km. Walking days are roughly 3-5 hours. No technical climbing skills are required on the standard route.
Can you get altitude sickness on the Panchase Trek?
Yes. The Panchase Trek reaches 2,517 m, well above the 2,500 m mark where acute mountain sickness (AMS) becomes possible for anyone, regardless of fitness or age. Keep sleeping-altitude gains gradual, take the built-in rest days, and descend if headache, nausea or breathlessness get worse rather than better. This is general information, not medical advice - see a travel-medicine clinician before the trip.
Where does the Panchase Trek start and finish?
The Panchase Trek starts and finishes at Kande, in the Annapurna region.
Is there phone signal on the Panchase Trek?
Coverage on the Panchase Trek is: variable by village and carrier. Assume you will lose data for long stretches - download map packs, the GPX track and the forecast before you leave the last town, and carry a power bank.
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