Ghorepani Poon Hill Trek - 9 days

Things to Know
  • Duration9 Days
  • Difficulty Level Moderate
  • Altitude 3,210 m
  • Trip Type Trekking/Hiking
  • Start and End Kathmandu - Kathmandu
  • Best Time Feb-May, Sep-Dec
What You’ll Do
  • Short and easy trek in the Annapurna Region
  • Gentle pace through beautiful rhododendron forests, rivers, waterfalls, and remote villages of Gurung & Magar
  • Excellent accommodation and food facilities along the trail
  • A perfect package for the family trek and people of all age groups
  • Low altitude gain but lifetime trekking experience
  • Witness stretching views of the Annapurna, Dhaulagiri, and Manaslu ranges, along with a tempting sunrise from Poon Hill
  • Spend nights in beautiful Ghorepani and Ghandruk villages
  • Diverse landscapes and adventurous trail

Ghorepani Poon Hill Trek is a famous short trek in the Annapurna Region. It is the best trekking package for a quick trip in the Himalayas. The Poon Hill trekking route is more accessible than other popular treks like Annapurna Basecamp Trek and Everest Basecamp Trek, therefore recommended as a family trek. You can do this trek with your kids too. The trail has a gentle pace through beautiful rhododendron forests, rivers, waterfalls, and remote villages of Gurung & Magar. Unlike other trekking routes that have basic accommodation & food facilities, the Poon Hill trail offers excellent service. We, Iconic Holiday Nepal, will book you the most comfortable accommodation along the route and pre-arrange everything as per your requirements to make the journey hassle-free. You also have the option to do the Ghorepani Trek in a budget-friendly or luxury form.

Likewise, during the Poon Hill trekking in Nepal, you'll trek at a relatively lower altitude. The maximum rise in elevation in this trek is 3,210 meters. This is another reason why Ghorepani and Poon Hill trek is known as a family-friendly trek. Because of the low elevation, you can also do the Ghorepani Poon hill trek nine days throughout the year. In the offseason (monsoon & winter), extra care and support are needed.

Poon Hill- A Classic Viewpoint in the Annapurna Region

Located in the western Himalayas, Poon Hill, at 3,210 meters, is a famous viewpoint. The place offers stretching views of the Annapurna (8,091 m), Dhaulagiri (8,167 m), and Manaslu (8,163 m) range, along with a tempting sunrise. What makes the views even more captivating is the process of reaching the viewpoint by crossing lush forests and suspension bridges over rushing rivers. You get to see many other snow-capped mountains like Nilgiri (7,061 m), Lamjung Himal (6,983 m), Fishtail (6,993 m), Churen Himal (7,371 m), Hiunchuli (6,441 m), Gangapurna (7,455 m), etc.

Spend Nights In Beautiful Ghorepani And Ghandruk Villages

Ghorepani and Ghandruk are the two most beautiful villages in the Annapurna region. Ghorepani is situated at 2,874 meters, and it is a lovely village surrounded by rhododendron forests and offers a stunning mountain panorama. Tucked between lush hills and dense forest at 2,000 meters, Ghandruk is another famous village in Annapurna. Gurungs are the principal inhabitants of this village. Both Ghorepani and Ghandruk villages are protected inside the Annapurna Conservation Area.

Trek From Kathmandu Or Pokhara

You can join Ghorepani & Poon Hill trek from Kathmandu or Pokhara at your convenience. The Poon Hill trek from Pokhara is even less time-consuming. You must take an hour-long drive to Nayapul and begin the hike immediately. If you are already in Pokhara, feel free to contact us. We'll organize the trek for you from there.

Book Ghorepani Poon Hill Trek With Us

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Itinerary
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  • Altitude1,400 m
  • AccommodationHotel
  • Time2-3 days

Welcome to Kathmandu. The Himalayas, terraced fields, and beautiful views of the Kathmandu Valley will welcome you as you approach Kathmandu. After completing customs and immigration formalities, you can find our representative outside the arrival lounge, who will escort you to your hotel. Spend the remaining day unpacking and relaxing. You can explore around your hotel.

  • Altitude1,400 m
  • AccommodationHotel
  • Time4-5 days

You will be taken for sightseeing of different cultural sites in Kathmandu as we complete your permit and other formalities. First, we will visit Swayambhunath Temple. The whitewashed stupa at the top of a hill is topped by a golden steeple with four sets of eyes looking in four directions. Then we'll visit Pashupatinath Temple. As only Hindus are allowed inside the main temple, observe the activities from a small viewing deck across the Bagmati River. We then stopped by Bouddhanath Stupa. The main attraction is a huge stonewashed stupa seated on a massive mandala. Engross in the spiritual ambience in the stupa as you circumambulate the stupa's rotating prayer wheels. In the late afternoon, we introduce you to the trek guide, and we do some preparation for the trip.

  • Altitude1,525 m
  • AccommodationTea House
  • Time30 minutes flight, 1-hour drive & 4 hours trek

After an early breakfast, we will drive to Kathmandu domestic airport for a short flight to Pokhara. Upon arrival in Pokhara, we load our luggage in a private vehicle and drive to Nayapul, where the trek begins. Walk through fertile farms of rice, maize, and millet fields as we slowly climb up. You will reach your destination, which sits on the foot of Ulleri hills, in about three hours. The trail is easy and bustling with visitors. Tirkhedhunga is a small settlement with few teahouses.

  • Altitude2,860 m
  • AccommodationTea House
  • Time6 hours

After breakfast, we begin walking, following stone stairways. Precisely 3,767 steps will welcome us. It’s a big climb to Ulleri (2,020 m). The climb takes about two and a half hours. Ulleri is a small settlement on the ridge overlooking the valley below. The walk is easy as we pass through wooded trails, terraced fields, and waterfalls cascading by our side. Keep climbing to Nangthanti, where we will have lunch. A climb of around two hours from here will take us to Ghorepani. The village offers spectacular scenery of mountains in the north. In the spring, blooming rhododendrons add magnificent colours to the village.

  • Altitude2,630 m
  • AccommodationTea House
  • Time6-7 hours

Big day today! Start early in the morning for a hike to Poon Hill. The hike takes about an hour. If we reach early, wait for the sun to rise. The view of snow-capped mountains glittering in the morning sun is something that will remain in our memory forever. Dhaulagiri, Annapurna South, Fishtail, and Himchuli stand out in the mountain range that runs from west to east. There is also a view tower for those who want a better view of the mountains. Grab a cup of hot beverage and immerse in the great spiritual experience that these mountains provide. After spending some time at Poon Hill, we’ll return to our lodge. We'll have breakfast and begin walking toward Tadapani. The trail is full of ups and downs and well-marked. It passes through beautiful rhododendron forests. Before Tadapani, you can see Langur monkeys jumping from trees near the trail. Tadapani is a small settlement with some good teahouses.

  • Altitude1,940 m
  • AccommodationTea House
  • Time4 hours

The trail takes some four hours to reach Ghandruk. That means we can have a leisurely breakfast. The trail is mostly downhill and passes through pine and rhododendron forests. Pass by a small settlement called Bhaisi Kharka where we can take a tea break. Further up, the trail moves through a small tea garden. From here, it’s downhill for around half an hour to Ghandruk. We'll check into our lodge and enjoy lunch. After lunch, we'll visit the Gurung Museum and other local attractions. Ghandruk is a bustling village in the Annapurna Region.

  • Altitude820 m
  • AccommodationHotel
  • Time1-hour trek & 2-hour drive

Wake up early in the morning to watch the sunrise. The view of the western Himalayan mountains will keep us mesmerized. After breakfast, we'll start walking toward Syauli Bazaar. The trail is mostly downhill and takes about an hour. We'll board a waiting car at Syauli Bazar and drive toward Pokhara. We'll reach Pokhara in a couple of hours of drive. We'll spend the evening at Phewa Lake and Lakeside Market.

  • Altitude1,400 m
  • AccommodationHotel
  • Time30 minutes flight

We'll take an early flight back to Kathmandu. The flight offers great panoramic mountain views. We'll drop you at the hotel in Kathmandu upon landing. The rest of the day is leisure. You can shop for souvenirs and enjoy your last day in Kathmandu as you wish. In the late evening, we see you for a farewell dinner.

    Your trip with us ends on this day. Our airport representatives will transfer you to the Tribhuwan International Airport as per your flight schedule. They will bid you our last goodbye. If you have feedback fell free to write to us.

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    Included
    • Airport pick up & drop by Private Tourist Vehicle
    • Standard twin-sharing accommodation in a star hotel in Kathmandu and Pokhara including breakfast
    • Guesthouse accommodation during the trek in twin-share and dormitory-style rooms
    • All your standard meals during the trek (Breakfasts, Lunches and Dinners)
    • English-speaking trekking guide
    • The required number of local staff and porters to carry your luggage during the trek (We assign one porter for every two guests).
    • Domestic airfare from Kathmandu to Pokhara and Pokhara to Kathmandu
    • Food, accommodation, salary, insurance, equipment and medicine for all staff
    • Annapurna Conservation Park Permit and TIMS Permit for trekking
    • Farewell dinner in a fine restaurant on the second last day
    • All our government taxes, VAT, and Tourist Service Charges
    • Official Expenses
    Excluded
    • Lunch and Dinner in Kathmandu and Pokhara.
    • Travel insurance which covers emergency high-altitude rescue and evacuation
    • International airfare and airport departure tax
    • Alcoholic, hot and cold drinks
    • Personal trekking equipment
    • Nepal Entry Visa (Visa can be acquired easily after your arrival at Tribhuvan International Airport in Kathmandu with a fee of USD 50 for 30 days visa and USD 125 for 90 days visa)
    • Tips for trekking staff and driver (Tipping is expected)
    Useful Info

    Ghorepani Poon Hill Trek Difficulty

    Ghorepani Poon Hill trek is a short trek that covers approximately 45 kilometres and leads to 3,250 meters. It explores the Annapurna region's lower part, mainly combining lush woodlands and rocky staircases. As the elevation gain is not that high, the risk of altitude sickness is relatively low on Ghorepani and Poon Hill trek. One can manage the Poon Hill trek with essential fitness and will. You do not need previous trekking experience. The average walking hours per day is 5 to 6. The trail has lots of ascents & descents. Tikhedhunga to Ghorepani is the most challenging route because you must climb over 3,500 stairs.

    Best Season

    The best time to do the Ghorepani Poon Hill Trek is from September to November and March to May. Therefore, spring and autumn is the best time of the year to enjoy trekking to Poon Hill. Trekking in December and January is possible too, but be mindful that the climate will be super cold, and fog will obstruct visibility. In spring, the rhododendron is in full bloom. The trail is gorgeous, and the mountain views are excellent. Trekking in autumn lets you experience the festive side of Nepal because some of the biggest festivals are celebrated in autumn. Spring also has a few big festivals. The climate has the perfect balance of cold/warmth.

    Accommodation & Meals During The Trek

    You do not have to worry about accommodation in Kathmandu, Pokhara, or on the trail. We'll arrange all the accommodation as per your arrival day. Ghorepani Poon Hill trekking is a lodge trek, and you'll get a clean, comfortable shared room with a common washroom on the trail to spend the nights. The small stone & wood lodges and the heartwarming welcome of the locals will make your simple stay memorable. Single rooms are only booked if you let us know during the booking.

    The dining hall is communal with a fireplace or boiler that will keep you cosy. We have an evening meal and breakfast at the same place we spend the night, and it's in the same place you spend the night is more like a custom. The Nepali and Tibetan dishes are more common and loved by the passers, and they are healthy & nutritious and do not give you indigestion. Thukpa, Dal-Bhat, Soup, Tibetan bread, momo, noodles, and sandwiches are common meal options.

    Internet, Charging, & ATM On The Trail

    There's a separate charging corner in the dining area, where you can charge your electronic devices by paying a few bucks. Likewise, instead of relying on WiFi along the trail to use the internet, we recommend you buy a Nepali sim and use cellular data. You'll have a better experience with the internet in the mountains. No ATM on the trail, and you can only use Nepali cash while trekking.

    Travel Insurance

    ​​Regardless of the trek's difficulty level and elevation. The chances of us using emergency air evacuation on Poon Hill trekking are rare, but we encourage our guests to get well-covered insurance for safety.

    Is The Poon Hill Sunrise Worth It?

    Yes, Poon Hill Trekking is worth it. The trekking experience is phenomenal, given the low elevation rise and short trek. The mountain views are outstanding, and the sunrise is surreal. You meet with friendly locals and come across diverse flora & fauna.

    FAQs

    • The Ghorepani Poon hill trek is usually 6 days to 9 days long. If you are already in Pokhara, then it'll be a short hike for you. You can extend the Poon hill trek to ABC or other beautiful parts in the Annapurna Region or keep it short as you prefer.

    • Poon Hill Trek is an easy trek. The difficulty level is marked as easy to moderate, which means very doable. Given the good pace of the trail and low elevation gain, Poon Hill trekking is recommended for inexperienced trekkers.

    • There's no road to drive to Ghorepani directly. Ullery may be the option in dry seasons. You will enjoy a short drive from Pokhara through the beautiful landscape to Nayapul / Birethanti and then to Ulleri. From Ulleri, we begin the trek to Ghorepani - Most of the people hike from Nayapul. From Nayapul, you can reach Ghorepani in two days of walking.

    • From Kathmandu, drive or fly to Pokhara. Then you have to drive to Nayapul from Pokhara. It's an hour-long drive. From this point, you can hike towards Poon hill.

    • It's up to you, whether you want to trek with a guide or solo. No doubt, trekking with a local guide makes the journey hassle-free and safe. Because Poon Hill is a famous trekking route and has a well-made trail, you can do this trek without a guide in a group too.

    • From Pokhara, Ghandruk, is located only 55km away. It takes less than two hours to drive from Pokhara to reach Ghandruk. Likewise, if you are in Ghorepani, then you have to descend to Tadapani and walk to Ghandruk village.

    • Poon Hill is known for its gorgeous sunrise and stretching views of the western Himalayan mountains. The trail leading to Poon Hill is also very beautiful, covered with rhododendron forests and other alpine vegetation.

    • The trek package cost depends on two things mostly; what kind of services do you need and what itinerary do you choose? This Poonhill trekking package cost around USD (500 to 900) and go below in a group but it totally depends on whether you take a flight to Pokhara or not. Compared to some other countries, domestic flight cost in Nepal is relatively high, primarily due to geographical and logistical challenges and what kind of hotel is included in Kathmandu and Pokhara.

    • Poon hill is located above the Ghorepani village in the Myagdi and Kaski district, Gandaki Province in Nepal. It is a famous hill station that offers views of the Annapurna and Dhaulagiri ranges.

    Price fromUS$800US$1000(per person)
    We Offer Group Discount Price
      
    1 - 4 paxUS$900
    5 - 12 paxUS$850
    13 - 20 paxUS$800
    US$900

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