Duration

7 Days

DIFFICULTY

Easy

GROUP SIZE

1-14

MAX. ALTUITUDE

3210

Overview

Ghorepani Poon Hill Trek is one of the most preferred treks of Nepal for beginners. This trek lies in the Annapurna Circuit that offers you a great route to trek for inexperienced trekkers. As Ghorepani Poon Hill trek is considered as an easy trek , there is no risk of altitude sickness and can be completed in any season. This is the best trek to get a combined experience of nature and culture in a short time. This trek lets you enjoy trekking through amazing mountain scenery, Beautiful Gurung villages revealing their fascinating culture and spectacular dense rhododendron forests. In Addition, you will get a chance to observe the scenic Machhapuchhre dominating the skyline at the beginning of the trek. During this trek you can also explore local villages and interact with local people to get an insight into their culture. So, this region is equally famous for educational tours as well.

Ghorepani Poon Hill Trek is an easy trek so, if you are beginner you can start your first trek experience with this trek. This trek starts from Kathmandu to Pokhara by drive but if you want a alternative then you can take a flight to Pokhara as per your convenience. After reaching Pokhara we will start our trek to Poon hill from Nayapul. You can encounter many magnificent landscapes , dense rhododendron forest, amazing views of the Himalayas , stone staircase and many more things that warmup your heart during this trek on the way to Poon Hill. On the way to Poon Hill there are many local stores, hotels and tea house where you can take same rest and enjoy local foods.

Trip Highlights

Easy trek in Annapurna region
Explore the unique tradition of local people
Enjoy breathtaking views of the Himalayas
Enjoy the view of beautiful Rhododendron forest
Enjoy panoramic views of mountains from Poon Hill (3210m) View Tower

Best time for Ghorepani-Poon Hill Trek

Although this trek can be completed in any season, Spring ( March – May) and Autumn (September – November) are regarded as the best time to do this trek.

But if you want to experience the beauty of the dense Rhododendron forest then February – April is the best time for your trek.

The Winter ( December – February ) is the best time to visit this place for those trekkers who love to have an experience of snowfall.

Why is Ghorepani-Poon Hill Trek Famous?

The fusion of alluring natural beauty and fascinating culture of local people makes this trek famous. Easy trails with beautiful natural views of this route attracts people for trekking in this region. Dense rhododendron forests in this route is a plus point for the fame of this trek. Panoramic views of mountains from Poon Hill is a major attraction of this trek.

Cost Includes

All tours & transfer as per the given itinerary by comfortable private air-conditional vehicle
All activities which are mentioned in the above itinerary
Trekking guide & porter
Daily breakfast, lunch, dinner during the trekking time
All accommodation in the mentioned hotel

Cost Excludes

Tips for driver, guide & porter [It is not compulsory but recommended]
Necessary trekking equipment and things as per check list
Any expenses incurred in emergency evacuation
Any transportation cost outside of the regular itinerary
Personal expenses such as insurance, medical charges, laundry, shopping, liquor etc

Itinerary

Day 1 :
Kathmandu-Pokhara

On the first day we will drive to Pokhara from Kathmandu of total distance of 200km. On this day we will stay at Pokhara.

Altitude
1400-822M

Accommodation
Hotels

Meals
B, L, D

Duration
5-6 hours Hours
Day 2 :
Drive from Pokhara to Nayapul and trek to Tikhedhunga

After having breakfast in Pokhara, we will drive towards Nayapul and start our trek to Tikhedhunga. During this trek we will cross gateway to Annapurna Conservation Area. Night stay at Tikhedhunga with dinner.

Altitude
1480mM

Accommodation
Tea Houses

Meals
B, L, D

Duration
4-5 Hours Hours
Day 3 :
Trek to Ghorepani

Early in the morning, we will start our trek to Ghorepani. This trek may be little difficult as we have to cross 3000 ulleri steps and Rhododendron forest. Overnight in the lodge of Ghorepani.

Altitude
2874mM

Accommodation
Hotels

Meals
B, L, D

Duration
6-7 Hours Hours
Day 4 :
Hike to Poon hill, Trek to Tadapani

Early in the morning we will trek to Poon Hill for its magneficient view . After a short hike to Poonhill, we will return back to our lodge, have breakfast and again start our trek to Tadapani. On this day we will stay at Tadapani.

Altitude
3210M

Accommodation
Hotels

Meals
B, L, D

Duration
5-6 Hours Hours
Day 5 :
Trek from Tadapani to Ghandruk

We will start our trek early in the morning from Tadapani to Ghandruk. After reaching Ghandruk we can also explore the Gurung Museum in Ghandruk.

Altitude
2630M

Accommodation
Hotels

Meals
B, L, D

Duration
2-3 Hours Hours
Day 6 :
Trek from Ghandruk to Nayapul and drive to Pokhara

We will start our trek from Ghandruk to Nayapul after having breakfast at Ghandruk. After a 5-6 hours of trek from Ghandruk to Nayapul we will drive back to Pokhara. Overnight and dinner in the hotel of Pokhara.

Altitude
2012M

Accommodation
Hotels

Meals
B, L, D

Duration
6-7 Hours Hours
Day 7 :
Drive from Pokhara to Kathmandu

On this day we will drive back to Kathmandu.

Altitude
1400M

Accommodation
Hotels

Meals
B, L, D

Duration
5-6 Hours Hours