Australian Camp is a grassy ridge at about 2,060 m above Kande, about an hour's drive from Pokhara. Nearby Dhampus (about 1,650 m) is a Gurung village with lodges. Both face a wall of peaks from Annapurna South to Machhapuchhre.
Quick answer: Walk up from Kande in about 1–1.5 hours. Stay overnight for sunset and sunrise, then walk to Dhampus and down to Phedi. It is ideal for families and first-timers.
Australian Camp and Dhampus at a glance
| Fact | Details |
|---|---|
| Altitude | About 2,060 m (Australian Camp) |
| Start | Kande, about 1 hour from Pokhara |
| Duration | 1–2 days |
| Views | Annapurna South, Machhapuchhre, Annapurna II |
| Best for | Families, beginners |
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Australian Camp is the easiest night in the mountains from Pokhara. Contact us and our Kathmandu team will help you plan it.