Overview

Trip introduction

Ghorepani Poon Hill Trek is one of the most popular treks in the Annapurna region of Nepal it can be completed in a short duration, anytime around the year, and doesn’t necessarily require any experience. It is one of the best short and easy treks which offers panoramic views of the stunning Annapurna Himalayan range while passing through beautiful forests (especially rhododendron forest) and insightful local Gurung and Magar villages.

At a maximum altitude of 3,210 meters above sea level, Ghorepani Poon Hill Trek is one of the most popular nearby short treks in Nepal.

Overview of Ghorepani Poon Hill Trek

Ghorepani Poon Hill Trek starts the next day after you arrive at Tribhuvan International Airport. And sightseeing around the culturally rich Kathmandu Valley. We will then take a scenic drive from Kathmandu to the paradise city of Pokhara. In Pokhara, you can relax at 800 meters with a bottle of beer or while boating on Phewa Lake. And you can see stunning views of snow-capped peaks. Clean and peaceful surroundings with lots of adventure sports to try; Pokhara is the place that captivates you totally with its natural beauty.

Our Ghorepani Poon Hill Trekking journey kicks off as we drive towards Nayapul which is the starting point of the trek. Slowly hiking through waterfalls, small settlements, bamboo, and rhododendron forests, we stay overnight at Tikhedhunga. The journey through nature to Ghorepani and Poon Hill then tests our fitness as we ascend 3,300 steps at Ulleri which rewards us with great views of the Himalayas hiding in the shade of the trees. Capture the perfect picture of landscapes, trees, and the Himalayas at this point. Pushing ourselves further for a couple of hours we arrive at Ghorepani village.

The next day before dawn we hike up to Poon Hill to capture the best sunrise views over the Himalayas. It will be mesmerizing to see the sun’s golden rays slowly rising through the Annapurna Himalayan range. As well as Mt. Dhaulagiri, Mt. Machhapuchre, Mt. Nilgiri, Tukuche Peak, Lamjung Himal, and other neighboring peaks. After sunrise views, we descend towards Tadapani. Further trekking through the insightful cultural and traditional Gurung village of Ghandruk. And we will head back to Pokhara and then finally end our Ghorepani Poon Hill Trek by driving toward Kathmandu.

Who can join this trek and how?

The trek is suitable for any individual or group who loves to explore both the beauty of nature and culture. It is especially recommended for trekkers with inadequate time for long and adventurous treks. Join this short and moderately graded trek with Nepal Mountain Trekkers for a truly rewarding Annapurna trek appropriate to your schedule.

Simply fill out the Inquiry form and let us know about your interest. Or you can contact us directly by sending us an email to join this short and easy trek in the Annapurna Region.

Overview

Detail Itinerary

Day 1 : Arrival to Kathmandu | Transfer to Hotel :

Just after you arrive in Kathmandu (Tribhuvan International Airport ), our representative will pick you up in a private vehicle and take you to the hotel where you will be welcomed with a marigold garland. You’ll be staying overnight in there with some refreshments.

Day 2 : Trek Preparation Day and Kathmandu Sightseeing:

This day you will be preparing for your trek including packing and arranging equipment. You will get introduced to the team and the trek guide and get a briefing from our experts about the program.

In the meantime, you can enjoy sightseeing around UNESCO World Heritage sites like Pashupatinath Temple, Boudhanath Stupa, and Swoyambhunath – the Monkey Temple.

Day 3 : Kathmandu to Pokhara 200km | 5-6 hours | Breakfast and Lunch | Max Elevation: 823m/2,700ft::

This day you will be heading towards Pokhara from Kathmandu via drive. It is about 200 km from Kathmandu which will take you approximately 5-6 hours in the drive. You will enjoy the fascinating scenery and a lot more during this drive. You’ll stay overnight at Pokhara this day.

Dhading | 2 hrs from Kathmandu
Breakfast at Hamlet restaurant

Tanahun | 2 hrs from Dhading
Lunch at Green Park

Pokhara
Dinner and Overnight Stay

Day 4 : Pokhara - Nayapul -Tikhedhunga 8km | 4-5 hours | Lunch | Max Elevation: 1,540m/5,052ft::

Today is your trek day. After breakfast in the morning, you’ll be heading towards Nayapul which is a half-hour drive from Pokhara. From Nayapul, you’ll start hiking toward Tikhedhunga. Now you’re inside Annapurna Conservation Area and you require permits to enter which will consume some time and then we will check in. You’ll be staying overnight at Tikhedhunga.

Lamdawali (1,160m/3,805ft) | 2 and half hour from Nayapul
Lunch

Tikhedhunga(1,540m/5,052ft) | 2 and half hours from Lamdawali
Dinner and Overnight Stay

Day 5 : Tikhedhunga - Ghorepani 11km | 7-8 hours | Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner | Max Elevation: 2,840 m/9,318 ft::

A long and demanding trek waits for us. After crossing the suspension bridge on the Bhurungdi River, we trek to the Ulleri, a village inhabited by the Magar community, climbing on the stone stairs. We continue our exploration through rhododendron forests, green meadows, cultivated fields, and smaller streams. You may spot one of the several birds such as redstarts, kingfishers, dippers, forktails along the river, and magpies, treepies, and others along with the cultivated areas.

The trail continues through the settlement at Nangethanti to reach the destination of Ghorepani. We have a beautiful view of magnificent mountain ranges including the Annapurna, Dhaulagiri, Nilgiri, Hiuchuli, and Tarke Kang including some other ranges.

Banthanti (2,210m/7,250ft) | 3-4 hours from Tikhedhunga
Breakfast

Ghorepani ( 2,840m/9,317ft) | 3-4 hours from Banthati
Dinner and Overnight Stay

Day 6 : Ghorepani – Poon Hill - Tadapani 14km | 6-7 hours | Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner |Max Elevation: 2,700m/8,860ft::

One of the most beautiful days in the entire trekking expedition is in store for the trekkers. We start early to watch the breathtaking sunrise from the hilltop of Poon Hill(3,210m/10,531ft). This magical moment when the golden rays of the sun paint the giants of Mt Dhaulagiri (8,167m/26,794ft), Annapurna massif (Annapurna I, Annapurna II, Annapurna III, Annapurna IV, Annapurna South), Mt Machhapuchhre or Fishtail Mountain (6,997m/22,956ft), Dhampus Peak (6,021m/19,753ft), Tukuche Peak (6,920m/22,703ft) and others are beyond description and worth the 45 minutes uphill climb to the top of the hill.

Capturing the moment shall be a treat for the rest of your life. We then descend the hill and continue our trek for Tadapani after lunch. On the further section of today’s trek, we navigate through the colorful rhododendron forest, seen blooming like anything in the spring season. Along the ridge and through the pine and rhododendron forest we reach Deurali and further descent leads us to Tadapani.

Ghorepani ( 2,840m/9,317ft)
Breakfast

Banthanti (3,180m/12,500ft)
Lunch

Tadapani(2,700m/8,858ft)
Dinner and Overnight Stay

Day 7 : Tadapani – Ghandruk 7km | 5-6 hours | Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner | Max Elevation: 1,940m/6,364 ft::

The trek becomes more beautiful as we move further along the trekking trail. We walk down the steep trails initially and pass through the beautiful rhododendron forests. The beauty of this forest, especially when the rhododendron flower blossoms, takes the beauty of the trail to the next level. The blossom of cherries further enriches the trail as we move further and we reach the village of Ghandruk. Ghandruk is the second-largest Gurung settlement in Nepal and provides further insight into the lifestyles of villages that have traditionally provided the backbone of the famous Gurkha regiments. This village provides us with a view of Fishtail, Hiunchuli, and Annapurna South along with the Gurung Museum as the other highlight. Cherish the rich Gurung culture in the village.

Tadapani(2,700m/8,858ft)
Breakfast

Ghandruk(1,940m/6,364ft)
Lunch, Dinner, and Overnight Stay

Day 8 : Ghandruk – Pokhara 11km | 4-5 hours | Breakfast , Lunch and Dinner | Max Elevation: 823m/2,700ft::

We are already on the other part of the trekking expedition. We shall reach Pokhara via Nayapul today. We start today’s trek by descending to Birethati along the stone steps moving through villages and cultivated lands. We reach Ghandruk on a similar path and to the Modi River. The downhill walk continues as we pass through the small town of Birethanti. Little after the trek, we reach the initial point of our actual trekking, Nayapul. We drive back to Pokhara from this place. This marks the end of our on-foot journey. We can rest along the ever-beautiful Lakeside in Pokhara. Overnight in Pokhara.

Ghandruk(1,940m/6,364ft)
Breakfast

Birethanti(1,050m/3,445ft) | 3-4 hours
Lunch

Pokhara
Dinner and Overnight Stay

Day 9 : Pokhara Sightseeing and Relax | Sightseeing, shopping, massage, and other activities | Max Elevation: 823m/2,700ft::

Well, you can enjoy this day as you wish at Pokhara. There are lots of interesting and must-visit places there which are naturally blessed. Apart from it, Pokhara is also renowned as the city of lakes and the most beautiful city in Nepal. You can have some quality time with your beloved once or enjoy some peaceful moments alone in there. This is one of the best destinations for tourists. You’ll stay overnight in Pokhara this day.

Day 10 : Pokhara - Kathmandu 200km | 5-6 hours | Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner | Max Elevation: 823m/2,700ft::

Today we drive back to the Kathmandu Valley after completing our wonderful trek. Following the same route to the Pokhara Valley, we trace our journey back to the medieval city of Kathmandu. The trail is as beautiful and attractive as it was in the first encounter. The hills and streams, rivers and rivulets, the landscape, and the hospitable locals make our return journey more beautiful.

Pokhara
Breakfast

Malekhu | 4 hours
Lunch

Nepali Cultural Restaurant, Kathmandu
Farewell Dinner and Overnight Stay

Day 11 : Departure to own destination::

With all the memories and experience you’ll go back to your home this day. In the meantime, you can have some souvenirs for your near and dear ones back in your native place. Our representative will drop you at the airport from the hotel. This will be one of the best experiences of trekking for your lifetime.

Price Includes

• Airport Pick-up and drop service
• 3 nights Hotel in Kathmandu (Hotel Green Horizon or Similar Standard)
• 3 nights Hotel in Pokhara
• All accommodation during the trek in the best hotels/tea houses in the area (differing according to the price you wish to spend)
  • Sanitation: The accommodation we provide will be neat and clean with warm hospitality and quality services.
  • Single/Twin-sharing Accommodation (as per budget): Your group won’t have to share your accommodation with anyone else so your privacy is protected.
• All foods during the trek: Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner; any items on the menu as much as you wish to consume.
  • We provide hygienic and safe meals to re-energize you.
  • We request you not waste your meals because transporting food in the rural area is difficult.
  • You are not allowed to share your meals with anyone else from another group.
• Transportation costs(Drive): Comfortable Tourist Bus (Kathmandu – Pokhara- Kathmandu) with other driving fares.
• Professional and Highly experienced English-speaking Trekking Guide licensed by the Government. Including their lodging and food.
  • Local Staff: Our guides are locals of the region which ensures that you will surely explore a bit more during the trek than with any other guides.
  • Experienced: With an experience of more than a decade of working in this field, our trekking guides possess excellent knowledge of briefing during the trek as well and they are experts in handling all kinds of critical situations that might occur during the trek.
  • Insurance: Nepal Mountain Trekkers have an insurance policy for all our trekking staff.
• Porters (1 porter for 2 trekkers with a max load of 25 KG). Including their lodging and food.
  • Local Staff: The porters we hire belong to the same region where we trek to provide employment opportunities to the locals and to make you explore every prospect of the region.
• Kathmandu and Pokhara Sightseeing with Guide and Driver
• Trekking Permits: Trekkers’ Information Management System(TIMS) Card and Annapurna Conservation Area(ACAP) fees
• Trekking gear like sleeping bags and down jackets are made available on rent
• T-shirt of Nepal Mountain Trekkers, Duffel bag, and Trekking Map
• Rescue Arrangement Service
• First aid medical box
• All Government Taxes(13% VAT) and 10% Service Charge
• Farewell Dinner

Price Excludes

• Visa fee to enter Nepal (Visa Information)
• International flight tickets
• Food in Kathmandu and Pokhara
• Extra night accommodation and meal costs in Kathmandu due to any change in the scheduled itinerary
• Travel insurance/ Rescue operation costs
• Entrance Fees of Sightseeing Places
• All personal expenses (Laundries, Electric accessories, Internet, and so on)
• All Soft Drinks and Alcoholic Beverages
• Tips for guides and porters

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