Poon Hill Ghorepani trek

Duration: 8 Days   |   Based on 15 Reviews   |  
  • Destination: Nepal
  • Trip Difficulty: Easy
  • Transport: Private Vehicle/Tourist Bus
  • Food: Breakfast in Kathmandu & all meals during the trek.
  • Accommodation: Hotel in Kathmandu & Guest houses during the trek
  • Group Size: 2-15
  • Max Elevation: 3210m

Poon Hill Ghorepani Trek is one of the most gorgeous, eye-catching short trekking circuits in the Annapurna region.It is ideally suited for people who have little time and still want to enjoy and explore the natural splendors of the Annapurna region. It is not only compatible but has awe-inspiring features with its Mountainous abundance and beauty.

The Poon Hill Ghorepani Trek journey takes you to the villages of the Magar and Gurung communities. Besides that it is known for its early sunrise views which are stunning both for the mind and the eyes. It is holistic journey that gives you a better closer look of the entire Annapurna Mountain range, forests blooming with rhododendron, oak tree, beautiful birds and various flowers. It is a trekking journey that offers magnificent views of towering mountain peaks, and varied landscapes and a serene atmosphere. Let Shepherd Holidays take you on this Poonhill Ghorepani trek and introduce you to the natural beauties that exists in this region.

Highlights

  • Mesmerizing sunrise view at Poon Hill
  • Panoramic views of the entire Mount Annapurna massif
  • Observing the ethnic settlements and walk on a beautifully rich trail
  • Blooming rhododendron, bamboo, and other forests
  • Remarkable hospitality of Gurung and other ethnic groups

Itinerary

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After your arrival at Tribhuvan International Airport, Kathmandu, our airport representative will greet you and escort you to the hotel. In the afternoon, you can take rest or explore the streets of Thamel nearby your hotel. In the evening, we will organize a short pre-trip meeting and introduce you with your trekking guide, who will brief you about the preparations to be done for the trip.

Overnight at Hotel

  • Accommodation: 3 Star Hotel
  • Altitude: 1400 m
  • Place: Kathmandu

We drive about 6-7 hrs from Kathmandu to the gorgeous lakeside city of Pokhara, traveling on the Prithvi Highway alongside the wild Trishuli river. The scenery along with drive, characterized by terraced rice fields and rolling hills builds our anticipation for the trek. Pokhara is a relaxing town, surrounded by nature’s beauty with views of the Himalayas including Dhaulagiri, Machhapuchhre, Manaslu and the Annapurna.

Overnight at Hotel. 

  • Accommodation: Guest House
  • Meals: Breakfast
  • Altitude: 900 m
  • Place: Pokhara

After your morning brakfast, we take a drive from Pokhara. You will follow the trail that passes through the river upstream that leads to popular town of Birethanti. From here the trekking trail leads you through to the bamboo forests waterfalls pasture used by pony caravans, until you reach the tiny hamlet of Sudami. We halt here for an ideal lunch. After that we make a steady climb up the valley towards Hille and finally reach Tikhedunga. We take a nights rest here for the next day.

Overnight at lodge.

  • Accommodation: Standard Guest House
  • Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
  • Altitude: 1570 m
  • Place: Tikhe Dhunga

After our morning breakfast, the trail ascends and keeping a steady pace, we reach as far as the Magar village of Ulleri. From Ulleri, passing through pastures cultivated fields, cascading river, the oak and Rhododendron forest, we reach Ghorepani.

  • Accommodation: Standard Guest House
  • Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
  • Altitude: 2850 m
  • Place: Ghorepani

The following day we wake up early to hike up to Poon hill to get the first views of the spectacular sunrise emerging over the high himalayas. This is the place where you get to see splendid panoramic views of Dhaulagiri I,  Annapurna South, Annapurna III, Hiuchhuli, Gangapurna and the Machhapuchhre mountain. Getting thrilled by the stunning mountain views, we start our trek towards Tadapani. We steadily make a climb towards the Deurali pass crossing over the steep and all across the densely covered forest. We then finally reach Tadapani.

  • Accommodation: Guest House
  • Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
  • Altitude: 2,610 m
  • Place: Tadapani

Today you will be making a steep descend amidst rhododendron forests and reach up to Baise Kharka. Passing by you will come across monkeys and different kinds of birds and cross the stream all along the ridge and reach Ghandruk. Ghandruk belongs to the ethnic Gurung people in Nepal. This is a picturesque place that is known for its good mountain viewing of the likes of Annapurna South and Fish Tail (Macchapuchhare). We regroup, recharge and refresh for some time and after that pass through small hamlets, terraced rice field, and dense subtropical forests. Following the Modi Khola with a steady pace we reach Birethanti. From here we continue our walk till we reach Nayapul and catch a private vehicle to reach Pokhara. 

Overnight at Hotel

  • Accommodation: 3 Star Hotel
  • Meals: Breakfast, Lunch
  • Altitude: 900 m
  • Place: Pokhara

From Pokhara, we drive back to Kathmandu travelling on the Prithvi Highway alongside the Trishuli river and green hills, which takes around 6-7 hrs. We will then transfer you to your hotel. You can take rest and spend your time freely. In the evening, there will be a farewell dinner in a cultural Nepali restaurant with typical Nepali cuisine and cultural shows to celebrate the successful completion of our Poon Hill Ghorepani Trek.

Overnight at Hotel

  • Accommodation: 3 Star Hotel
  • Meals: Breakfast, Farewell Dinner
  • Altitude: 1400 m
  • Place: Kathmandu

Today is the last day of your trip. If you would like to stay more in Nepal; you have many options which can be shared with us upon request. Else, we will transfer you to the airport for your departure. We thank you for the opportunity of being your travel partner and wish to serve you in your next vacation. Have a nice journey.

  • Meals: Breakfast
  • Altitude: 1400 m
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What to Expect

  • Transportation to, and from the Tribhuvan International Airport.
  • Three nights in a 3 star hotel in Kathmandu, Breakfast included.
  • All transportation for the trek.
  • Local guest house accommodation in the mountain.
  • Trekkers’ Information Management System (TIMS) fees.
  • Annapurna Conservation Area Permit.
  • Government-authorized, experienced guide and porters.
  • Insurance, food, accommodation, and wage for guides and porters.
  • Hygienic  meals (breakfast, lunch, and dinner) during the trek.
  • All equipment (sleeping bag, warm layers, etc.).
  • First Aid Kit.
  • Maps.
  • Service charge and government taxes.
  • Post-trek celebration dinner in Kathmandu.
  • Travel insurance
  • International airfare
  • Nepal entry visa
  • All kind of beverages, e.g. water, coke, fanta, juice etc.
  • Personal trekking equipment’s
  • Tips for trekking staff and driver

Testimonials

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    Oliver, Australia

    Great Experience with Wonderful Service

    It was a great experience in Nepal specially with Shepherd Holidays team. Our guide Ankita is so intelligent and very friendly. She explains everything, the culture tradition, ethnicity, history and wildlife in Nepal. Poonhill trek is one of the memorable trek in my life. Thank you shepherd holidays thank you Ankita, this team is fantastic , highly recommended!

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    Aiden Smith, Austria

    Best Trek and Best Guide

    Our family had a great time in Nepal. Our guide Ankita is patient, kind, very friendly and eager to help. Poon hill Ghorepani Trek is best trek and moderate and the views are mesmerizing. It's so much  fun and memorable!

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    Daniel Brown, Canada

    Amazing Poon Hill and Ghorepani Trek

    I am fully satisfied with the service of Shepherd Holidays. Trek to Poon Hill was excellent, Ankita our guide is very professional and kind, thanks to the company and whole organization.

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    Finn, Australia

    Amazing Experience

    The trek is memorable and well organized. Guide Ankita is passionate and professional she explained everything very well.  Sceneries and the local are amazing. 

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    Luke Wilson, Australia

    Beautiful Mountains and Sunrise from Poon Hill

    Sunrise from Poon Hill is breathtaking and the mountains are appealing. We enjoyed a lot while trekking, tasted local cuisine, danced in typical songs, will be missing it. Thanks to Ankita Our guide it was possible because of you, Thanks to the company.