Ghorepani Poon Hill Trek

10 days

Duration

Easy

Trip Level

Group Size

3210 m

Max-altitude

Ghorepani poon hill trek is a relatively easy and short trek, but it offers exquisite views of the pristine Himalayas and the chance to mix up with ethnic groups. Ghorepani poon hill trekking is very famous among visitors to Nepal due to the fact it is without problems on hand from Pokhara. The highest point of the trek is Poon hill, while it presents breathtaking sunrise and sunset views — a visit to Poon Hill in the morning to see the mesmerizing phenomenon of the sun rising. Also, the mind-boggling aspects of the snow-capped mountains. Poon Hill trek is just 4 – 5 days trekking in the Annapurna region, providing delightful insight while on trekking.

On the other hand, this trail works as a shortcut among the Around Annapurna trek to the Annapurna base camp. The path is full of oak and rhododendron forests, rivers, and as well as rocky terrains. Besides that, the warm welcome by the inhabitants of the region offers an insight into their way of living. It is as impressive as the beautiful views that surround trekkers. However, the ascents are here significantly steeper, and the paths muddier. But, the perspectives of Dhaulagiri, Annapurna South, and others are genuinely worth it.

Ghorepani Poon Hill Trek: Highlights

Mingle with world’s travelers in the Poon Hill

Short and relatively easy trek very suitable for family holiday

Spectacular sunrises view over Dhaulagiri and Annapurna massif

Walking through the Rhododendron forests with beautiful landscapes

Ghorepani Poon Hill Trek itinerary

1: Arrival day (1,300 m)
2: Free day and trek preparation.
3: Kathmandu – Pokhara (920m). 6h00 drive.
4: Pokhara –Nayapul(1100m) – Tikhadunga (1410m). 2h00 drive and 2h00 walk.
5: Tikhedunga – Ghorepani (2850m) 6h00 walk.
6: Ghorepani – Poon Hill (3210m) – Tadapani. (2670 m)
7: Tadapani – Chhumrong (2070m) 5h00 walk.
8: Chhomrong – Ghandruk (1970m) 5h00 walk.
9: Ghandruk – Nayapul (1113m) – Pokhara (915m) 4h00 walk and 2h00 drive.
10: Pokhara – Kathmandu 6h00 drive.
11: Free day in Kathmandu.
12: Final departure

Day 1: Arrival day (1,300 m)

Upon arrival at Kathmandu, you will greet and welcome by our agency’s representative in front of Arrival gate with Display board of Himalayan Exploration Treks then transfer to your Hotel.

Day 2: Free day and trek preparation.

During the free day in Kathmandu, you may have a chance to visit heritage site of Kathmandu valley, followed by pre-trip departure meeting regarding upcoming trekking peak climbing where you meet trek guide and others team members. They will brief you about the team formation, equipment and nature of peak climbing and others necessary information

Day 3: Kathmandu – Pokhara (920m). 6h00 drive.

Early morning departure from Kathmandu by tourist bus. 6 hours bring passing through several villages, beautiful landscapes and driving along the Trisuli river. Hotel is near the lake. Hotel included.

Day 4: Pokhara –Nayapul(1100m) – Tikhadunga (1410m). 2h00 drive and 2h00 walk.

Departure from Pokhara to Nayabul by local bus to Naya Pul. Approximately 2o minutes walk up to Birethanti checking all the permits and cross a bridge over the Modi River then continue trek to Tikhedunga.

Day 5: Tikhedunga – Ghorepani (2850m) 6h00 walk.

At the beginning of the trek, a steep climb up to Ulleri, gradually ascending through the villages and dense forest of rhododendron.

Day 6: Ghorepani – Poon Hill (3210m) – Tadapani. (2670 m)

Early morning 45 minutes hike up to Poon Hill for sunrise and spectacular scenery of high snow-capped mountains offers from the Poon hill with an elevation of 3210 meters and descend to the same lodge have the breakfast then trek to Tadapani through the dense forests of Rhododendron, several up and down leads you for the camp.

Day 7: Tadapani – Chhumrong (2070m) 5h00 walk.

The trail gradually descends for lunch at Bhaisi Kharka and another 2 hours easy walk to Ghandruk.

Day 9: Ghandruk – Nayapul (1113m) – Pokhara (915m) 4h00 walk and 2h00 drive.

Discovering the typical village of Ghandruk, the trail leads you gradually descending through the cultivated rice terrace and villages to Birethanti. Once exit the permits of the Annapurna region, walk up to Naya Pul to catch a bus for Pokhara. Hotel is near the lake. (Hotel included).

Day 10: Pokhara – Kathmandu 6h00 drive.

Early morning, Catch a tourist bus from Pokhara, it retraces the same road to Kathmandu and arrives in the afternoon. (Hotel included).

Day 11: Free day in Kathmandu.

Free day in Kathmandu, you may have to visit a heritage site or looking for another adventure.

Day 12: Final departure

You will transfer to airport 3 hours before the scheduled flight.

DEPARTURE/RETURN

Tribhuwan International Airport, Kathmandu.

DEPARTURE TIME

Please enter at least 3 hours before the flight.

INCLUDED

Hotel and Airport transfer

Accommodations in Kathmandu and Pokhara with breakfast

All accommodations and all meals during the treks

All necessary documentation and permits

All ground transportation (as per mention in itinerary)

Professional guide and porters

A First Aid Kits

Applicable Government Taxes

NOT INCLUDED

International Airfare

Nepal Visa fee (advice to take accurate amount)

Meals in Kathmandu (except breakfast)

Personal Expenses e.g. phone calls, laundry, bar bills & extra porters

Travel Insurance

Gratuity for Guide and Porters

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