Ghorepani Poon Hill Trek
Short and spectacular Annapurna region trekking adventure.
Ghorepani Poon Hill Trek
Short and spectacular Annapurna region trekking adventure.
Ghorepani Poon Hill Trek: A Short Himalayan Adventure with Lasting Memories
Your quest for a mind-blowing short Himalayan trek comes to an end here with the Ghorepani Poon Hill Trek on your bucket list. When you choose this trip, it is not simply a bucket list tick. Instead, this is a wonderful trekking adventure to bring something meaningful to your life.
Explore the immaculate nature and arresting views of the Himalayas and, at the same time, engross in observing and enjoying local culture. This adventure takes you to the Annapurna foothills, where you can enjoy negotiating the mountain trails full of natural and cultural wonders. You will be deeply admiring the views, villages and surroundings as you walk past those wonders.
Breathtaking Himalayan panorama and spectacular sunrise from Poon Hill at 3,210 meters above sea level make the trip simply awesome. Hiking to the viewpoint through a lush forest that emerges at the top for a stunning view is most probably the most highlighted feature of the trip. Although you will enjoy the whole trek as a wonderful trip, there are several such moments where you definitely feel wowed.
Sign up for this beautiful Annapurna region trek and enjoy witnessing mountains, ethnic Gurung culture and pristine nature. Ghorepani Poon Hill Trek is one of the best short trekking trips in Nepal, and you will definitely like it and collect memories to treasure.
Trip Highlights
A short Himalayan foothills trekking
Enjoy the Himlayan panorama of Annapurna and Dhaulagiri region
Witness a spectacular sunrise from Poon Hill at 3,210m
Engross in ethnic Gurung culture and lifestyle
Itinerary
Day 01: Arrival in Kathmandu (Max. Altitude: 1,400m)
Airport pickup and hotel transfer
Trip briefing session
Day 02: Kathmandu Sightseeing Tour (Max. Altitude: 1,400m)
Guided cultural tour of Buddhist stupas, Hindu temple & royal palace square
Time for last-minute trek preparations
Day 03: Kathmandu to Pokhara drive (Max. Altitude: 1,400m)
Scenic 7-hour drive (200 km) west of Kathmandu
Explore lakeside and relax by Phewa Lake
Day 04: Pokhara to Tikhedhunga (Max. Altitude: 1,750m)
Drive 1.5 hours to Nayapul and enter the Annapurna Conservation Area to begin the trek.
Trek for approximately 5 hours to Tikhedhunga, today’s overnight stop.
Follow a wide Jeep track with minimal vehicle traffic, allowing for a peaceful
Day 05: Tikhedhunga to Ghorepani (Max. Altitude: 2,875m)
Begin the main trekking trail on a day of mostly uphill walking.
Climb steep stone-paved steps to Ulleri village in about 2 hours, then continue on a gradual incline.
Trek through lush forests to reach Ghorepani, with the chance to enjoy a sunset over the Himalayas if weather permits.
Day 06: Ghorepani to Poon Hill Sunrise and Trek to Tadapani (Max. Altitude: 3,210m)
Early morning trek to Poon Hill to enjoy a spectacular sunrise over the Annapurna and Dhaulagiri ranges.
Return to Ghorepani for breakfast after the sunrise.
Continue trekking approximately 4 hours through lush forests to reach Tadapani for the night.
Day 07: Tadapani to Ghandruk (Max. Altitude: 2,600m)
4-hour trek through scenic trails to Ghandruk, a Gurung village.
Enjoy Annapurna views and the village’s natural beauty.
Overnight stay with insights into Gurung culture.
Day 08: Ghandruk to Nayapul and Drive to Pokhara (Max. Altitude: 2,600m)
Final trekking stretch descending to Nayapul (~5 hrs)
Drive back to Pokhara (1.5 hrs) and relax at Lakeside
Day 09: Pokhara to Kathmandu (Altitude: 1400m)
Drive back to Kathmandu along the scenic highway
Easy evening rest in Kathmandu, stay at 3 star hotel
Day 10: Trip Concludes
End of services unless extended
Airport transfer for departure
Inclusions and Exclusions
What is Included?
✔ Airport pickup and drop off service on your arrival and departure
✔ 3-star level hotel accommodation on twin sharing basis in Kathmandu and Pokhara
✔ Simple teahouse accommodation on the trekking
✔ All breakfasts for the trip; all meals during the trek
✔ All overland transportation are provided
✔ All necessary permits for trekking
✔ A professional trekking guide for the trip
✔ Necessary number of porters for the trek
✔ First aid kit
✔ Guided Kathmandu sightseeing tour
What is NOT Included?
✘ International flights
✘ Travel insurance
✘ Personal expenses (snacks, drinks, souvenirs)
✘ Tips for guide/porter
✘ Nepal entry visa
✘ All other expenses of a personal nature and not mentioned in the “Includes” section