Free cancellationFull refund up to 24 hours before
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TicketMobile or paper ticket accepted
LanguagesEnglish
Group sizeUp to 15 travelers
Pickup offeredSee the meeting and pickup details below
Overview
Ghorepani Poonhill Trekking, also popularly known as Annapurna Sunrise Trekking, or Annapurna Panorama Trekking, is one of the most popular and relatively easy treks that meander through the beautiful ethnic villages of Annapurna Region. Invigorating through some rhododendron forests, Poonhill Trekking in Nepal will let you feel the Himalayan Panorama while providing you the opportunities to get close to the local Culture. However, Ghorepani Poon Hill Trek is obviously best known for the views from Poonhill. Being popularly known as the Photographer's Paradise, you can capture some of the best snaps of impressive Annapurna and Dhaulagiri ranges. Poonhill offers you the striking panorama of huge Himalayas including Annapurna South, Annapurna I, Annapurna II, III, and IV, Dhaulagiri, Lamjung Himal, Gangapurna, and Manaslu ranges among few others. The phenomenal sunrise from Poon Hill is just unmissable.
What's included
Cost Includes
First Aid kit above 6 pax Compulsory from Agency
Airport & trailhead transfers
An English speaking Guide, Guide salary & insurance during the trekking
Necessary Porter 1: 2 (one porter for two Guest) the porter will carry (30KG in maximum) your luggage during the trek
3 meals per day during the trek (Breakfast Lunch & Dinner) including Tea or coffee
Lunch
Dinner
Breakfast
2 night’s Hotel in Kathmandu on B&B, Accommodation on Guest House (Lodge) during the trekking
Annapurna Conservation Area Entry fee and all permits, applicable local taxel
Trekking equipment any type of personal expenses
Alcoholic Beverage drinks, phone and Laundry
Emergency Rescue and Travel Insurance, Trip Cancellation cost accident or Health, Loss Theft or Damage and personal effects.
Entrance Fees any kind of Temples, Monastery etc
Tips and Gratuities
Extra services, and Anything not mentioned in inclusion list
What to expect
Day 1: Day 1: Arrival In Tribhuban International Airport Kathmandu
Oriental Journeys
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Arrival in Kathmandu.
Day 2: Kathmandu To Pokhara drive by tourist bus
Pokhara Lakeside
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Drive to Pokhara from Kathmandu in the Tourist Bus. Pokhara lies 200 Km far from Kathmandu and it takes 7-8 hours drive. Overnight in Pokhara
Day 3: Pokhara to Nayapul by drive and trek to Tikhedhunga
Pokhara Lakeside
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After breakfast at the hotel, You’ll be escorted to Nayapul (1070m) following the cultivated rice paddy fields, small Nepalese settlements, rivers and the lush green hills around. The walk starts from Nayapul exploring the greenery, culturally rich and diverse valley, terraced green harvest lands along the way.
Day 4: Trek from Tikhedhunga to Ghorepani 6-7 hrs
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After mouth-watering breakfast at the Guesthouse (known as tea house), we will start the trek through the trails that go up the hills observing the lush greenery, blooming Rhododendrons, and cultural village. The first part of the trail is the climb of 3200 of the stone staircase after which we will gently climb upward to reach for lunch in Banthanti. We will continue our gentle walk through the rhododendron forests to reach Ghorepani where you will be rewarded with the picturesque close up the view of the Annapurna south (7219m), Dhaulagiri (8172m) and their neighboring mountains.
Day 5: Ghorepani to Poon Hill (3210 m.) to Ghorepani to Tandapani
Poon Hill
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Early in the morning at 4:30 we will hike to Poon Hill, the highlights of the trip, enjoy panoramic sunrise views of the Dhaulagiri, Annapurna l, ll, lll, lV, south, Machhapuchhare and more than 10 mountains. Enjoy the stunning views for once in your life and then trek down to lodge for breakfast.
Day 6: Trek form Tandapani to Ghandruk
Old Gurung Museum
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Tandapani to Ghandruk is the best trekking junction of the Annapurna Region. The traveling around the ethnic Gurung Village nestled in the lap of a hill overlooking the prolific Mountains is an amazing feeling. The cultural shows and Gurung Museums in the ethnic tribal village would be amazing.
Day 7: Ghandruk to Nayapul to Pokhara
Pokhara Lakeside
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Ghandruk to Nayapul to Pokhara
Day 8: Drive back to Kathmandu by Tourist Bus
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Drive back to Kathmandu by Tourist Bus and visit the Thamel Street for a souvenir shopping
Day 9: Transfer to Airport and departure to your next destination
Pokhara Lakeside
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visit the Thamel street for souvenir shopping
Meeting and pickup
Pickup details
We pick up travelers from Tribhuvan International Airport in Kathmandu.
Additional information
Public transportation options are available nearby
Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
Specialized infant seats are available
Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
Not recommended for pregnant travelers
Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
Dress code is formal, kindly make sure of packing warm clothes such as Down jacket, Sleeping bag, full sleeve, warm hat, sun glasses, gloves, warm socks, trekking boot, slipper, thermal under garments, fleece jacket, water bottle, day bag, goretex jacket, sun/cold creams, head light etc.
Persons with back problem are not recommended to take participate
Participants with heart complaints or other serious medical conditions are requested not to take part.
This trekking package is not recommended for pregnant women
A moderate grade of trekking
This destination and trail is not accessible for wheel chair users.
Passport name, number, expiry and country is required at time of booking for all participants
A current valid passport is required on the day of travel
Operates in all weather conditions, please dress appropriately
If canceled due to bad weather, you will be given the option of an alternative date or alternate destination of same value
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
