Chhomrong
Chhomrong · Attraction
The steep Gurung gateway village every Base Camp trek passes through.
“It is the unavoidable gateway to the Sanctuary and the best place on the trail to confirm conditions before going high.”
Checked Jun 2026
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Chhomrong
The last permanent Gurung village before the Annapurna Sanctuary, at about 2,170 m — the gateway through which every Annapurna Base Camp trek passes.
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Chitlang & Kulekhani Weekend Loop
An easy one- to two-night escape over the southern rim of the valley: a Newar village homestay in Chitlang, boating on the Kulekhani reservoir, and an optional sunrise detour to Daman's Himalayan view tower.
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Spring, Autumn
1-2 nights: An easy one- to two-night escape over the southern rim of the valley: a Newar village homestay in Chitlang, boating on the Kulekhani reservoir, and an optional sunrise detour to Daman's Himalayan view tower.
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Chhomrong Teahouses & Bakeries
Chhomrong · Stay
Some of the trail's best lodges and bakeries at the Sanctuary's gateway.
“It combines the best teahouse comfort and food on the Sanctuary route with a spectacular setting at the trek's key gateway.”
Checked Jun 2026
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tripChhomrong
Chitlang & Kulekhani Weekend LoopAn easy one- to two-night escape over the southern rim of the valley: a Newar village homestay in Chitlang, boating on the Kulekhani reservoir, and an optional sunrise detour to Daman's Himalayan view tower.
“It is the most accessible "real getaway" from Kathmandu — village, lake, and big mountains in one short, flexible loop.”
1-2 nightsLow to medium3 stops
Editorial · reetu.fyirural · relaxed