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Ghorepani Poon Hill Trek

Duration: 9 Days
  • Duration: 9 Days
  • Maximum Altitude: 3210m.
  • Accommodation: Lodge/Tea house
  • Group Size: Minimum 2 Trekkers
  • Trip Grade: Easy & Moderate
  • Meals: Full Board of Meals on Trek
  • Activities: Trekking in Annapurna Hills and Himalayas
  • Best Time: All Round a Year
  • Start / Ending: Kathmandu to Kathmandu

“Ghorepani Poon Hill Trek – Short yet spectacularly alluring trekking route of Annapurna”

  • Impressive sunrise view from Poon Hill
  • An enjoyable and scenic country walks on the mid-hills of the great Annapurna Himalaya.
  • Exploring high hills Gurung and Magar traditional villages enriched with ancient culture.
  • Walking into the lovely woodland of tall rhododendron-magnolia-firs-pines and fir trees.
  • Breathtaking panorama of Dhaulagiri-Annapurna and Manaslu mountain range.
  • Starting and ending our scenic walks from the picturesque and popular holiday spots at Pokhara.

Brief Information about Poon Hill Trek:

Ghorepani Poon Hill Trek is a joyous short walking trip to in Annapurna region of Nepal. Experience the diverse holiday activities in one single trek. Moreover, the trail is probably the only trekking route that endows diverse cultural and natural attractions in less than a week’s holiday. Awesome Nepal Treks & Expeditions has knitted the best itinerary for trekkers to enjoy an efficient holiday. With us updated itinerary and impeccable hospitality at the best rates possible.

Multiethnic villages, mountain vistas, green lush forests, and genuine hilly – Himalayan landscape presents a perfect platform. If you have a short vacation, try Ghorepani Poon Hill Trek.

Ghorepani Poon Hill Trek Itinerary

The journey of Ghorepani Poon Hill Trek in Nepal starts from Pokhara as trekkers are taken to Hille on a private vehicle or public jeep. Walking starts from Hille towards Ulleri on the first day. The trail is very well-paved and comfortable on the first day. The terraced farmlands and hilly hamlets are along the way on this day.

Trekkers will then endure the most challenging day of trekking on the second day. The uphill trekking from Ulleri to Ghorepani is slightly longer. However, the joy of walking through the green lush forests and cool water stream is what makes you less tired.

Once you have reached the Ghorepani, the feeling changes. The surrounding environment is splendid and spectacular. Ghorepani Poon Hill Trek offers the feeling of being above clouds. The sounds of the donkey caravan and the cool breeze of air coming out of rhododendron forests and mountains will dazzle you. Stroll around the village of Ghorepani and observe the day-to-day lifestyle of people and fellow trekkers.

Sunrise from Poon Hill

Early in the morning trekkers will hike toward Poon Hill. You will have to hike for about an hour to reach the top. The anticipation of the sun rising from the east will make you more anxious. As the sun opens up from the basement of the mountains the scenery looks astounding. The moment is the photographer’s paradise.

The trip heads to Chhomrong via Tadapani if you opt to do the Annapurna Base Camp Trek. Please remember us if you want to reach the base camp in just 5 days. We have the Shortest Annapurna Base Camp Trek package too.

What are the mountains seen from Poon Hill?

A plethora of mountains are seen from the top of Poon Hill. The hilltop is the famous vantage point for the sunrise and sunset experiences. However, lots of people prefer to hike the hill for the sunrise experience. The cascading hills and mountain vistas are the highlights of this trekking route.

Here is the list of the mountains seen from the top of Poon Hill:

  • Dhaulagiri 8167 m
  • Tukuche Peak 6920 m
  • Dhampus Peak
  • Nilgiri South 6839 m
  • Barahasikhar 7647 m
  • Annapurna South 7219 m
  • Himchuli 6441 m
  • Machhapuchhre 6993 m

Poon Hill Trek Difficulty

The journey of Ghorepani Poon Hill Trek in Nepal is the easy grade trekking route. Trekkers have to walk for a maximum of 4 days. Therefore, people having short vacations opt for the trek. It indeed endows the chance to get away from the mental drabness of the everyday chores of life. Bring your family members for this glorious short trekking adventure.

Walking in the mountainous region is always tricky. Even if it is an easy walking trail, we would like to recommend you prepare your body so that you can walk continuously for 6 – 7 hours. Avoid greasy food and do some cardiovascular exercises.

Book the Ghorepani Poon Hill Trek in Nepal with Awesome Nepal Treks & Expeditions. If you would like to add side treks like Annapurna Base Camp, Mulde View Trek, Mohare Danda Trek, and Mardi Himal Trek along with this trip, please contact our travel planners.

 

Details Itinerary

Your first impression of arriving at Tribhuvan International Airport is an experience in itself. But don’t be worried by the apparent confusion as your airport representative will be waiting to welcome you with your name written on a placard. Depending on traffic, you will be at your hotel within 20 minutes or so.
You have time to relax and enjoy the ambience and comfort of the hotel until your evening Group Meeting. This is when we collect your insurance details and discuss how the trip will run for the coming days. After the meeting, we go for our first group dinner.  we will take you to a traditional Nepali restaurant in Thamel.

Morning travel by tourist bus with an exciting overland drive on main Kathmandu to Pokhara highway, leading through Himalayan foothills, on reaching Pokhara transfer to respective hotels by the beautiful Phewa Lake with the afternoon free for short walks. (Options by Air 30 minutes scenic flight to Pokhara).

We begin our trek at Nayapul after 1:30 hours drive along the snakeline road to Nayapul on a private vehicle from Pokhara. After a short 25-minute walk along the banks of Modi  River, we reach Birethanti (1,015 m) a large village located at the confluence of Bhurungdi Khola (stream) and Glacial Modi River.

From there, our walk continues passing the number of villages with scenic waterfalls along the way, as trek continues and then gradual climbs on the side of a valley to reach Hille above 1,495 m, from here a short climb to Tikhedhunga at the height of 1,570 m. Today’s walk is fairly short and easy, a true experience on walks around Annapurna region. Overnight at Tikhedhunga.

The morning starts with a climb to a series of stone steps for few hours up-to Ulleri village, a moderate size Magar traditional village of Nepal Himalayan mid hills house with slated roofs.
After Ulleri walk leads to a slow climb within pristine cool rhododendron and pine tree forest to reach Ghorepani village, located on a high ridge surrounded by enchanting rhododendron trees. Ghorepani village mostly inhabited by Poon of Magar tribe, a famous and popular spot for the hike to Poonhill offers stunning sunrise over mountain panorama. Overnight in Ghorepani.

Early morning at the break of dawn hike to Poon Hill viewpoint for stunning sunrise views over the mountain range from world 7th highest Dhaulagiri-10th highest Annapurna with the range of peaks includes world 8th highest Manaslu with towering Machhapuchhre peak “Fish Tail”. After an exciting and marvelous time with memorable moment at Poon Hill, return to Ghorepani for breakfast and continue trek with a climb through rhododendron forest for few hour to Deurali ridge and then on downhill to Bhanthati located in a gorge covered within cool forest, from here a short descend to a stream where the last climb of the day reaches you at Tadapani for overnight stop.

Morning catching views of Annapurna with Fish Tail peaks walk leads into an enchanting forest with downhill all the way to Ghandruk village for lunch and overnight stop overlooking Annapurna South, Huinchuli and towering Mt. Machhapuchhre “Fish Tail”.

Ghandruk a large Gurung village of the region, menfolk famous for gallant soldiers in Gorkha battalion in UK and Indian armies, besides as brave soldiers they are farmers and Sheppard’s of Tibetan Buddhist interwoven to ancient Bon sect. Ghandruk village is rich for culture and age-old custom. Where you can explore and visit Gurung museum and monastery.Overnight in Ghandruk.

Trek down all the way to Kliu village on the stone staircase with tremendous views of Annapurna South, Hiunchuli, and Fishtail.  Beyond Kliu walk is pleasant, most of the way following Riverside till Nayapul is reached. From here board on the private vehicle for a short interesting drive back to our hotel at Pokhara.  Explore the streets of Pokhara in the evening, release all your trek exhaustion and enjoy.

Morning a scenic drive back to Kathmandu with grand memories of the fantastic and exciting  Poon Hill Panorama trekking, an interesting six hour brings you back to Kathmandu with the afternoon free at leisure for shopping souvenirs. (By Air options from Pokhara to Kathmandu taking 30 mins of scenic flight)

Your last day in amazing Nepal in the land of Himalayan wonders, after wonderful experience and fond memories of Poon Hill Panorama Trekking around great Annapurna Himalaya, our staff transfer you to the airport as per your time for the international flight for your final departure towards homeward bound.

Cost-Inclusive:

  • Airport pick-up and transfer
  • Two nights twin sharing accommodation in Kathmandu with breakfast
  • Two nights twin sharing accommodation in Pokhara with breakfast
  • Kathmandu – Pokhara -Kathmandu by tourist bus.
  • Necessary trekking permits
  • The full board of meals and accommodation during the trekking period (breakfast, lunch, and dinner & Tea- Coffee)- accommodation are twin-share, comfortable, and clean)
  • Private transportation to the trek starting point and from the trek ending point to Pokhara.
  • English-speaking trek leader, one Sherpa porter for each two-member in a group, all the payments, and trekking insurance.
  • Annapurna Conservation entry permit & Tims Card( Trekkers information management system- Newly introduced)
  • Sleeping bag & down jacket on the trek on request
  • Medical kit bag
  • All government and local taxes as required

Cost Excludes

  • Nepal Visa fees, intl. airfare & departure taxes.
  • City sightseeing(transport, monument fee, and tour guide)
  • Meals other than breakfast in Kathmandu and Pokhara
  • Travel and rescue insurance( Helicopter and trip cancellation insurance recommended)
  • Personal expenses e.g. phone calls, laundry, bar bills, hot shower, hot water,
  • All kind of bottled drinks, extra porter, wifi charge, and battery charge
  • Tips for the staff
  • Wi-Fi charges.
  • Any extending trips

FAQ

The best time to do the Poon Hill Trek is from March to May and from September to November. During these months, most of the days are clear, making it ideal for trekking. However, it can get crowded during peak season, so it is recommended to book your trek in advance.

The Poon Hill Trek is considered a moderate trek and is suitable for beginners and experienced trekkers alike. The trek involves hiking up and down hills and valleys, but it does not require any technical climbing skills. However, you should be in good physical condition and have some hiking experience to complete the trek comfortably.

The route for the Poon Hill Trek starts and ends in Nayapul, a small town located about an hour's drive from Pokhara. From Nayapul, you will trek through small villages and rhododendron forests, passing by Tikhedhunga, Ghorepani, and Poon Hill before returning to Nayapul. The trek can also be done in reverse, starting from Nayapul and ending in Ghorepani.

There are several teahouses and lodges along the Poon Hill Trek route that provide basic accommodation and meals. The teahouses usually have shared rooms with twin beds and shared bathrooms, although some may offer private rooms with attached bathrooms. It is recommended to bring a sleeping bag as the teahouses may not provide enough blankets to keep you warm at night.

You should pack warm clothes, comfortable hiking shoes, a sleeping bag, a backpack, a water bottle, a headlamp or flashlight, a first aid kit, and toiletries. It is also recommended to carry some cash as there are no ATMs along the trek route.

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Client Reviews

Lorraine Morgan

Trip Name: Short Poon Hill Trek

Booked this trek from the comfort at home in the UK. Communication with Dil was brilliant, his response to all my emails were quick and courteous. He tailored the trek around us, as a small group of 4 adults ranging in age from 29 to 69 (who was still recovering from an ACL op last May). His pace was brilliant for our group.

Dil arranged to meet us in our hotel in Kathmandu and talked us through the trek, bringing maps, holdalls and T-Shirts.

The trek was for 3 nights, 4 days staying in good, clean lodges. All was included except our drinks.

We experienced trekking in glorious sunshine up to Poon Hill. There was still snow on the ground and Dil provided the group with crampons, which made walking easier and safer.

Our trek started and ended in Pokhara. Dil and his team collected us from our hotel in Pokhara promptly at the time agreed.

Dil and the porters were brilliant, the porters were more than porters and made our trek even more enjoyable. We felt totally safe and Dil was an excellent guide. The scenery was spectacular.

Would certainly use Awesome Nepal Treks again as Dil arranges trips to Tibet and Bhutan.

Ryan Schult

Subject: Thanks for a great trek
Message: We have just completed a 15 day Himalayan trek with Awesome Nepal Treks and it could not have been better! The trek was very well organized, had excellent food and accommodation, there was no problems whatsoever and our guide Dil was a very informative, well-spoken and absolutely entertaining guy. The whole experience was amazing and I would strongly recommend Awesome Nepal Treks to anyone who wants a great, enjoyable, hassle-free trip.

Derek Manhas

Subject: Humbling & Surreal Experience

My cousin and I traveled to Nepal in 2011 and completed the Everest Basecamp Trek with our guide Dil Thapa.
Dil absolutely made sure this trek would far exceed my expectations and I am grateful for the time we shared together in Nepal.
There are an endless amount of photos and videos online for us to see the natural beauty of Nepal before arriving there. The greatest compliment I can give Nepal (more specifically, Dil Thapa) is this, the beauty of Nepal is its people first and foremost.