Drive half an hour Banskot in Pokhara-Baglung highway and commence the trek at Banskot (1100m.). After an hour climb, we arrive at the beautiful hamlet of Kalikasthan (1600m.) from where we will have beautiful views of mountains and the surrounding villages and then descend to Hemjakot (1500m.). Hemjakot is a beautiful village lying in the north just 19.5 km away from Pokhara. We then take a trail to Dhampus (1170m.)- a small Gurung village, descending with breathtaking mountain views and experiencing the local rural culture. After having lunch at Dhampus, continue ascending to another beautiful hamlet of Australian Camp at the altitude of 2100m. The trails from Australian Camp are pleasant, easy and gradual ascending to Deurali (2142m.) Via Pothana. Deurali itself is a viewpoint which provides a scenic view of Fewa Lake on the right and beautiful mountains on the right.