The 11 Best Australian Camp Hikes from Pokhara

1.2-Day Private Trekking Tour to Australian Camp & Dhampus

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 42 reviews · from $99Our pick

From Pokhara, your private guide takes you to Kande for a four-hour hill walk through forests, rice fields, and villages to Australian Camp and Dhampus. Expect Annapurna views, a lodge night, sunrise, meals, and a short return journey. Guides named Kumar and Roman have earned special praise.

“I loved every part of this Trek! As a solo female traveler I felt very comfortable with Roman. He ensured my safety and comfort and the overnight accommodation in Dhampus was very clean with beautiful views of the mountains. The owneRead more”

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2.1-Day Private Dhampus Trekking Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 35 reviews · from $67

Spend about eight hours hiking from Phedi through farmland and Nepali villages to Dhampus and Australian Camp. Private transport, an English-speaking guide, lunch, and flexible pacing are included. Guides such as Roman, Kumar, Dipu, and Siba are praised for patient support and local insight.

“Beautiful scenery with super friendly guide Kumar! Lovely day with a good amount of elevation and downhill.”

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3.1-Day Scenic Australian Camp & Dhampus Guided Hike

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 24 reviews · 8 hours · from $43

Travel from Pokhara to Kande, hike through rhododendron and oak forest to Australian Camp at 2,060 meters, then descend through Dhampus to Phedi. Your licensed English or Hindi-speaking guide, such as Prakash or Ramesh, leads the private eight-hour outing.

“Despite the foggy day and not being able to see much, we really enjoyed the trek. He kept us safe at all times. Thanks for a great day and experience.”

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4.Easy Day Hike to Australian Camp & Dhampus Village

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 24 reviews · from $58

Start from Lakeside Pokhara at 8:15 am, drive to Kande, and hike to Australian Camp and Dhampus with a private guide. Expect mountain views, stone steps, countryside scenes, and a vehicle pickup at Phedi. Guides such as Bidur, Santosh, and Sadichchha have earned warm praise.

“It was my second day with Bidur. He was as gracious and generous as he was the day before. My partner was sick, so it was just the two of us. It was not a challenging hike, but Bidur was by my side the entire time giving me historical and culRead more”

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5.Day Hiking Australian Camp & Dhampus

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 17 reviews · from $61

Travel privately from Pokhara to Kande, hike through forest and village paths to Australian Camp and Dhampus, then descend to Phedi. Guides such as Birendra and Amrit offer steady pacing, practical hiking help, and views of Annapurna, Fishtail, and Dhaulagiri.

“great view, great Guide. I absolutely recommend this Tour!! Best Tour in Pokhara!”

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6.1 N 2 Days easy Dhampus,Australian camp trek from Pokhara

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 10 reviews · 2 days · from $86

Travel privately from Pokhara to Kande, then hike through forests and terraced hills to Australian Camp and Dhampus. Your English, Hindi, or Nepali-speaking guide sets the pace, handles the trail, and helps you enjoy sunrise and sunset views of Annapurna and Machhapuchhre.

“I am not in good shape and was afraid of not being able to hike to Australian camp. My guide, Biruenda was so helpful and kind. He encouraged me a lot and carried my bag, too. The word he told me the most was slow down & take time. Because of his help, I finished my hiking and enjoyed the experience sleeping in the mountain. Definitely recommend this small trekking for anybody.”

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7.2-Day Australian Camp & Dhampus Village Easy Hike

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 6 reviews · 2 days · from $75

You’ll hike from Kande to Australian Camp and Dhampus, sleep in a tourist-standard lodge, then walk toward Astam and Hemja. An English-speaking guide such as Bidur, Parash, Santosh, Sushil, or Sandesh leads the private trip, with pickup, breakfast, permits, poles, and return transport included.

“This Australian camp 2 days trips hike are to much fun and enjoyable.we are very happy with our professional guide Santosh and sushil as well.also amazing adventure jungle trip .I really recommend this agency and guide.thank you”

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8.Australian Camp & Dhampus 1, or 2-Day Trek

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 5 reviews · 1 - 2 days

Choose a brisk 1-day trek or an overnight stay at Australian Camp, with a private guide, hotel transfers, Gurung villages, and wide views of Annapurna South, Hiunchuli, and Fishtail. Guides such as Raju, Prakash, and Pratip have led this route.

“We participated as a family. Our children were 12 and 8 years old, and we had a lot of fun. The guide was very kind and taught our children a lot of things. The food at the accommodation was also delicious. Unfortunately, we couldn't see the sunrise, but we enjoyed the beautiful scenery.”

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9.Easy Dhampus & Astam Village Day Hike

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 4 reviews · 1 day · from $35

Leave Pokhara with an English-speaking guide such as Bidur or Paras Bhandari, hike from Phedi to Dhampus and onward to Astam, then return by shared vehicle. Expect terraced fields, forest paths, Himalayan views, and lunch with a view, all in one day.

“It was very nice trip because Bidur is very kind and friendly. I saw beautiful Himalayan mountains and countryside view. It was short time but I had a lot of forgotten memories. Thanks Bidir!!”

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10.Day Hike to Australian Camp

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 3 reviews · from $30Best value

Travel from Pokhara to Dhampus, then hike through Gurung villages, farmland, and rhododendron forest to Australian Camp at 2,100 meters. Guide Moti can lead the walk in English, Japanese, or Chinese. Expect about one to two hours on foot each way, plus a separate $20 car payment.

“I booked the hike just the day before but they arranged the hike to Australian Camp very smoothly. I was alone with my guide whose name is Moti and all the way from Kande to the last point he explained a lot about Nepal and hikes people take in Nepal. Moti's knowledge was so impressive and he helped me so so much to learn about Nepali people and make conversations with the people living on the mountain. I really enjoyed the hike although the weather was not the best. The hike was not difficult in my point of view but the shoes can get wet during the monsoon time so…”

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11.One night camping, campfire stay at Australian camp

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 3 reviews · 2 days · from $86

This private two-day trek takes you from Pokhara to Kande and up through forests, terraced fields, and Gurung villages to Australian Camp. Your English-speaking guide may be Amrit, Arjun, or Bikram. Sleep at the hilltop, enjoy a campfire, and rise for a Himalayan sunrise.

“We had an unforgettable experience on a hike guided by Arjun! The trail was stunning, and the overnight stay at the hilltop was magical, offering breathtaking views of the mountains. He was exceptionally patient, friendly, and attentive to every detail, ensuring we were comfortable and well-prepared throughout the journey. He provided all the facilities we needed, making the adventure seamless and enjoyable. Along the way, he shared some insight about Nepal 's history and culture, interesting stories and his mountain climbing experience. We strongly recommend this activity to anyone looking for a unique and memorable trek. It’s truly a must-do, and Arjun is the perfect person to guide you on...”

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