The Ghorepani Poon Hill trek presents a short but rewarding trip to the Annapurna region. The trekking route leads you on an enchanting journey through the wide open valleys, sparkling waterfalls and dense forests.
The trail of the Ghorepani Poon Hill trek culminates at Poonhill (3120m), which opens up a breathtaking panorama of the Himalayan ranges before you, including the peaks of Annapurna, Machhapuchhre and Dhaulagiri.
Trip
Hightlights:
Duration:
6
Days
Type of Trek :
Teahouse / Camping
Max Altitude:
3180 m.
Minimum Pax:
1 +
Mode of travel:
Land Transportation , Flight
Grade:
Moderate
Outline Itinerary
Day
1
Drive from Kathmandu to Pokhara (914m.) takes about six hours. This drive will take most of the morning, leaving much of the afternoon to fall in love with the beauty of Pokhara. Stay overnight at hotel.
Day
2
Drive from Pokhara (915 m.) to Nayapul (1050m.) by car takes one and a half hour’s drive. Now, you begin your trek from Nayapul (1050m.) to Tikhedhunga (1577 m.) via Birethanti (1065m.) which takes about four and half hours. The first part of your trek is comfortable, passing through numerous small villages and settlements. Afterwards you gently ascend to the final destination of the day. Stay overnight at lodge.
Day
3
Trek from Tirkhedhunga to Ghorepani (2675 m.) takes about six hours. Your trek begins with a steep ascent for the early 2 hours and then ascend gently passing through Ulleri (2070m.) and Banthanti, which are Magar villages. On the way, you see good views of Machhapuchhre or Fish Tail (6997m.), Huinchuli (6441m.), and Annapurna (7219m.) south. Stay overnight at lodge.
Day 4
Trek from Ghorepani to Ghandruk (1950m.) takes about 7 and half hours. Early morning trip to Poon Hill (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 from Ghorepani to Tadapani (2650 m.). From Tadapani to Ghandruk, it is a very easy trek by descending gently all the way through rhododendron, oak and other kinds of dense forests. This is a popular destinations for the bird lovers. Ghandruk is a big Gurung village. From this village you can see good views of Annapurna South, Hiunchuli, Gangapurna (7455m.), Annapurna III (7755m.) and Fishtail. Stay overnight at lodge.
Day
5
Trek from Ghandruk (1950m.) Dhampus Phedi (1113m.) via Pothana (1990m.) takes about seven hours. The first part of your trek is a steep descent following a stone staircase to Kimbu (Bee hive). Then your trail steeply ascends following the stone staircase up to Landruk. The trail then 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 views 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 gently descends down to Dhampus passing through Pothana village (1900m.). From Pothana your trail descends gradually for at least an hour and follows a gravel road for two hours and then steeply descends to Phedi passing through Dhampus village, paddy fields and forest protected by the local community. Upon your arrival at Dhampus Phedi, you take a vehicle to reach Pokhara. Stay overnight at hotel in Pokhara.
Day
6
Drive from Pokhara to Kathmandu by tourist mini bus takes about seven hours. While driving from Pokhara to Kathmandu, you head up to Damauli, Dumre, Muglin and Kurintar where Nepal's first Cable car is operated to reach Manakamana Temple. From Naubishe you climb up to Thankot, the gateway to the capital city.
The price includes
the following services:
A trekking guide
Porter/s (1 porter carries the luggage up to 25 kgs of 2 participants)
All meals three times a day (breakfast, lunch and dinner)
Accommodation in teahouses (lodges) during the trek
Sleeping bag & down jacket if required
Entry Permit for Annapurna conservation Area
Trekkers' Information Management system (TIMS) card
All land transportation
Rescue assistance
First aid kit
Insurance and equipment for the Nepali staff
2 nights hotel accommodation in Pokhara with breakfast
Airport pick up and drop off service
The price does
not include:
Personal nature expenses
Drinks, beverages, etc.
Tips
Lunch & dinner in Pokhara
Hotel accommodation and meals in Kathmandu
Note: We can arrange the hotel accommodation in Kathmandu as per your interest & budget.
