Ghorepani Poon Hill Trekking
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Trip Duration
08 Days
Max. Altitude
3,180 m. / 10,433 ft.
Trip Difficulty
Moderate
Group Size
2-25 People
Transportation
Car/Haice
Accommodation
Hotel and Tea house lodge
Activity
Trekking on lovely trails
Meals
B..L.DUS$ 670
Trip Overview
Ghorepani Poon Hill Trekking takes place in the base of the Annapurna foothills with box office vantage points on Poonhill where we get to behold some of the most well known peaks in the world. This trip provides all the best of trekking in Nepal. Relish trekking in the midst of impressive mountain scenery through alluring villages inhabited by the Gurungs and Magars who inhabit this region the most. We hike through dense rhododendron forests full of different bird species and deep sub-tropical valleys, all set below the Annapurnas with the gobsmacking peaks of Machhapuchhare (Fish Tail Peak) rule the skyline hereabouts in a myriad of unique beauty.
Ghorepani Poon Hill Trekking: A Himalayan Sunrise Adventure
Experience the magic of one of Nepal’s most spectacular treks as you ascend Poon Hill at dawn. Watch in awe as the first rays of sunlight illuminate the snow-capped peaks of the mighty Himalayas.
✓ What Awaits You:
Breathtaking Mountain Views:
- Witness the majestic Dhaulagiri (8,167m) and Annapurna (8,091m)
- Marvel at an incredible panorama of surrounding peaks
- Experience an almost otherworldly sunrise display
Perfect for Nature Lovers:
This rewarding Poonhill Trek offers an unforgettable encounter with the raw beauty of the Himalayas. As the sun touches the mountain summits, the peaks gradually emerge from the darkness like mystical giants, creating moments that will leave you breathless.
A truly magical experience for anyone who appreciates the extraordinary beauty of nature
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Itinerary of Ghorepani Poon Hill Trekking
Day 01: Kathmandu Arrival
Today upon your arrival to Kathmandu, our company representative will receive you from airport and drop you to the hotel. Overnight stay at hotel in Kathmandu
Activity: Drive/30 mins
Max. Altitude: 1400m./4,593ft. (Kathmandu)
Accommodation: 3 Star Hotel
Day 02: Drive from Kathmandu to Pokhara (914m.) this will take about six hours. It’s a lovely six hours scenic drive to the lake city of Pokhara (915m,), 200 kilometers west of Kathmandu.
As you climb out of the Kathmandu valley, only to quickly descend again to the Trisuli River, you follow upstream to its junction with the Marsyangdi River. You follow the Marsyangdi gently up through heavily terraced fields and small hill towns to the Seti River that takes you directly into Pokhara. Blessed with pleasant weather, Pokhara is tourist’s paradise with a lot of natural as well as cultural heritage sites that include serene lakes, caves, and temples of Buddhist and Hindus along with the grand mountains. You can observe views to the north across the hills and Phewa Taal (lake) to the white peaks of the Annapurna and Dhaulagiri ranges. This drive will take most of the morning, leaving much of the afternoon to romance the beauty of the lake city. You also have the option to fly from Kathmandu to Pokhara which takes about 25 minutes.
Activity: Drive/6 hrs
Max. Altitude: 915m./3,002ft. (Pokhara)
Meal: B.L.D
Accommodation: 3 Star Hotel
Day 03: Trek from Pokhara (915m.) to Nayapul (1050m.) by car which is about one and half hours drive. You begin your trek from Nayapul (1050m.) to Tirkhedhunga (1577 m.) via Birethanti (1065m.) which takes about four and half hours.
After breakfast at hotel you could drive by car or van for one and half hours to Nayapul. Then you start your trekking. The first part of your trek is easy passing through numerous small villages and settlements. Afterwards you could ascend gently to the final destination of the day. The majority of the local folks around here are Gurungs and their religion is Buddhism. They are engaged in agricultural activities, tourism business and some are also employed in the Nepalese and Indian armies. Overnight at our teahouse lodge
Activity: Drive/2 hrs & Trek/5 hrs
Max. Altitude: 1577m./5,174ft. (Tirkhedhunga)
Meal: B.L.D
Accommodation: Tea House Lodge
Day 04: Trek from Tirkhedhunga to Ghorepani (2675 m.) and this takes about six hours. To begin your trek, you could ascend steeply for the early 2 hours and then ascend gently passing through Ulleri (2070m.) and Banthanti, Magar villages.
On the way, you could see good views of Machhapuchhre or Fish Tail (6997m.), Huinchuli (6441m.), and Annapurna south peak at (7219m.). Now your trail is quite easier passing through forest and descends gently up to the final camp. You could see some of the wild life such as monkey and various species of birds. Overnight at our lodge
Activity: Trek/6 hrs
Max. Altitude: 2675m./8,776ft. (Ghorepani)
Meal: B.L.D
Accommodation: Tea House Lodge
Day 05: Trek from Ghorepani to Poonhill (3180m.) to Ghandruk
We rise early for our morning trip to Poonhill (3232m.) to enjoy the sunrise view over Mt. Dhaulagiri (8167m.), Tukuche Peak (6920m.), Nilgiri (6940m.), Varaha Shikhar (7847m.), Mt. Annapurna I (8091m.), Annapurna South (7219m.), Annapurna III (7855m.), Machhapuchhre (6993m.), Annapurna IV (7525m.), Annapurna II (7937m.), Lamjung Himal (6931m.) and other numerous snowcapped mountain peaks. After breakfast, trek Ghorepani to Ghandruk. overnight stay at Ghandruk
Activity: Trek/6 hrs
Max. Altitude: 1950m./6,398ft. (Ghandruk)
Meal: B.L.D
Accommodation: Tea House Lodge
Day 06: Trek from Ghandruk (1950m.) to Pothana (1990m.) which takes about six hours. First part of your trek is steeply down following stone staircase to Kimbu (Bee hive).
Kimbu or Bee hive is located at the elevation of 1200 meters on the bank of Modi Khola. Now your trail steeply ascends following the stone staircase up to Landruk. The trail ascends gently for early two hours and again ascends steeply for an hour to Deurali (2150m.) passing through Tolkha village (1850m.). From this point you can see panoramic view of Dhaulagiri I (8167m.), Annapurna South (7219m.), Hiunchuli (6441m.), Fishtail (6997m.), Annapurna III (7755m.), Annapurna IV (7525m.), Annapurna II (7937m.) and Lamjung Himal (6930m.). Now the rest of the trail descends gently down to Dhampus passing through Pothana village (1900m.).
Activity: Trek/6 hrs
Max. Altitude: 1990m./6,529ft. (Pothana)
Meal: B.L.D
Accommodation: Tea House Lodge
Day 07: Trek from Pothana to Dhampus Phedi (1113m.) which takes about four hours.
Your trail descends gradually for at least an hour and follows gravel road for two hours and then steeply descends to Phedi passing through Dhampus village, paddy fields and forest protected by local community. Upon your arrival at Dhampus Phedi, you could take a vehicle to reach Pokhara and chill out.
Activity: Trek/4 hrs
Max. Altitude: 915m./3,002ft. (Pokhara)
Meal: B.L.D
Accommodation: Tea House Lodge
Day 08: Drive from Pokhara to Kathmandu by tourist mini bus that takes about seven hours.
While driving from Pokhara to Kathmandu, you head up to Damauli, Dumre, Mugling and Kurintar where Nepal’s first Cable car is operated to reach Manakamana Temple. En route, you could enjoy the mountain views, green sceneries, rice terrace fields, vegetable fields and people engaged in their daily life activities. Overnight stay at hotel in Kathmandu
Activity: Drive/6 hrs
Max. Altitude: 1400m./4,593ft. (Kathandu)
Meal: B.L.D
Accommodation: 3 Star Hotel
Day 09: Final Departure
Today is the final day of your beautiful journey. our company representative will drop you airport for the final departure. We wish you have a safe journey home.
Activity: Farewell
Includes/Excludes
What is included?
- Airport / Hotel / Airport pick up & drop by private car or van. It is depend of the group.
- Two nights standard accommodation in 2/3 star category hotel in Kathmandu located tourist center, or up to you.
- Kathmandu/pokhara/Kathmandu by Tourist bus,Car, Van. Up to you.
- Meals on full board (Breakfast, lunch and dinner) during the trekking (pokhara to pokhara)
- Pokhara to Nayapul and Fedi to pokhara drive by Private Car.
- Local fresh fruits like orange, apple, banana and grape etc.
- All lodge accommodations during the trek.
- Annapurna Trekking Map
- Annapurna conservation Area permit
- TIMS Card (Trekking Information Management System) Card.
- An experienced Government licensed holder guide and porter to carry your luggage during the trek.
- Food, drinks, accommodation, insurance, salary, equipments, transportation, local tax for Guide and porter
- Group medical supplies (first aid kit will be available).
- If you need we will provide you sleeping bag, down jackets, Duffle bag and, if necessary etc.
- All necessary Government paper works
- Travel & Rescue arrangement.
- All government taxes and Vat.
What is not included?
- Meals your self Kathmandu (L+D).
- Your Travel insurance.
- Domestic flights
- International airfare.
- Nepal entry visa (You can obtain a visa easily upon your arrival at Nepal’s Airport in Kathmandu).
- All kind drinks (Alcoholic, hot and cold drinks)
- Personal shopping and laundry etc.
- Personal trekking Equipments.
- Tips for trekking staff and driver. (Tipping is expected, but it is not mandatory)
- If do any tour and sightseeing and other activities etc.
Trip Reviews
US$ 670