Jhinu (Hot Spring) Loop Trek 3N-4D
Overview
Jhinu danda trek is the shortest and easiest trekking route of Annapurna region. Located on the top of a hill which is popular due to its natural hot spring. We will visit the natural hot spring of Jhinu on this trek. The pools are built into the riverbank of the powerful Modi Khola. Surrounded by beautiful trees, relax in the therapeutic hot water and enjoy magnificent views of the river. Close your eyes and feel as one with nature as you let the sound of the river fill your head.
Included/Excluded
- Accommodations
- Meals: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner,
- Transportation
- An experienced English-speaking and government-licensed trekking guide
- All necessary paperwork and trekking permits (ACAP, TIMS)
- Pickup
- Any other transportation except included in the section
- Travel and rescue insurance
- Tips for guide(s), porter(s) and driver(s)
Tour Plan
Day 01. Pokhara – Pitamdeurali (2100m.): 4-5 hrs.
The first day of our trek start after half an hour drive from Pokhara to Banskot. We walk on stone steps, terraced fields and through villages and forests before reaching Dhampus where we have lunch. We continue our walk to Deurali which is a small village beautifully located on a ridge with good views of the Annapurna South, Mardi Himal and Machhapuchhare. Overnight in Deurali.
Meals included: Lunch Dinner
Day 02. Deurali – Jhinu (1780m.): 5-6 hrs.
After breakfast we gradually descend approx. 2 hours to Landruk (1565m.) via Tolka (1700m.). The trail that we pass provides us the beautiful views of mountains, villages and the landscapes. Landruk is a little beautiful village mixed with different community. The Landruk village itself has farming terraces that will instantly capture our heart. The trail from Landruk again descends to Himal pani (1340m.) and then gently ascends to Jhinu. After reaching Jhinu Danda, we will spend the rest of the afternoon taking a rest and relaxing on natural hot spring. A good portion of this day is spent in the hot springs – about 30 minutes down-hill walk. The Jhinu Hot Spring is an attraction where you can easily spend your afternoon on Hot Pool. It is supposed to relieve pain and tiredness after the trek. Overnight in Jhinu
Meals included: Breakfast Lunch Dinner
Day 03. Jhinu – Ghandruk (1940m.); 4-5 hrs.
The trail from Jhinu gradually ascend to Samrung (1575m.) and then climb to Kotdanda (2388m.) through terraced fields – some of which were lying fallow, others green with mustard. Drop to Ghandruk or take another way south before reaching Kotdanad to avoid the high climb to Kotdada. On the way, we can enjoy great views of Annapurna South, Hiunchuli, Fishtail Mountain (Machhapuchhre) and Ganggapurna. This is little Paradise – a true little paradise among the mountainous scenery where you can relax and enjoy peace, quiet and rural atmosphere for the rest of the day. Overnight in Ghandruk.
Meals included: Breakfast Lunch Dinner
Day 04. Ghandruk – Nayapul – Pokhara: 5-6 hrs.
After having Breakfast at Ghandruk, we will descend to Shyaulibazaar and walk flat by the bank of Modi River till Birethanti. We will stop at Birethanti for lunch. After Lunch, we will walk half an hour to Nayapul from where we will board on our car to Pokhara.
Meals included: Breakfast Lunch
To celebrate the successful completion of our journey, we will have farewell dinner and share the experiences about our trek.