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Overview
Poon Hill trek starts from Nayapul after one and half hour drive from Pokhara. This trek passes beautiful villages of Ulleri, Ghorepani, and Ghandruk. You will enjoy the trek in the spectacular mountain scenery through delightful villages inhabited by Gurungs and Magars. Around every corner is an exciting glance of the high mountains, whole horizons of which will be open to you as you reach the high points of your trek. The viewpoint on Poonhill (3210m.) offers the best view of mountains and sunrise. Dense rhododendron forests full of birds and imaging valleys make your trip more enjoyable. Mt. Dhaulagiri ranges, Mt. Annapurna I, Annapurna south, Annapurna II, III, IV, Gangapurna, Lamjung Himal, Barasikhar, Nilgiri, Tukuche Peak, Hiunchuli, and Manaslu ranges will view from this trek. As the sun touches the snow-capped summits, the Himalayan giants, Dhaulagiri (8,167m) and Annapurna (8,091m) along with a maze of other peaks, slowly begin to appear, like magic, before our eyes.
What's included
Kathmandu to Pokhara and Pokhara to Kathmandu by tourist coach
Lunch
Trivuban international kathmandu to hotel pickup/drop off
Dinner
Breakfast
Taxi / Car transportation to Nayapul drop off
Entire the trek with a professional trekking guide
Accommodation in Kathmandu and Pokhara
Additional days during the trekking will charge extra
Your personal nature, preferences such as beer, chocolates, sweets, shower etc
All the cost which is not included in cost inclusion
What to expect
Day 1: Kathmandu to Pokhara by tourist bus/ coach - Approx 7 hours drive
Pokhara Lakeside
7h · Admission ticket not included
Drive to the Kathmandu to Pokhara by tourist bus which takes approx.7-8 hours drive. Enjoy the scenic drive towards Pokhara.
Day 2: Drive to Nayapul to start your trek. Overnight at Ulleri.
6h
Drive to Nayapul to begin your trek. Nayapul is around 2 hours drive from Pokhara, After crossing the Tikhedunga Khola on the suspension bridge, the trail begins to climb up quite steeply on a stone staircase that is more than 3200 steps. After climbing the hill we can see Mt. Annapurna south (7219m.) and Hiunchuli (6441m.). Nayapul to Ulleri (1960m, 4-5 hours walking)and then overnight at Lodge
Day 3: Trek to Ghorepani.Approx. 5 hours trek
Ghorepani
5h
It is a very pleasant part of the trek. We walk in the jungle most of the day. If you come in the spring you will see a lot of Rhododendron flowers. You have the chance to see many wild birds and animals. You can see a great view of many snow-capped mountains. Ulleri to Ghorepani(2874m, 5hour walking) and then overnight at Lodge.
Day 4: Ghorepani - Poon Hill – Tadapani - Ghandruk
Ghandruk
8h
We get up early in the morning with warm clothes and climb up Poonhill(3210m.). it is not necessary to take much with us as we return later to collect our main rucksacks. It is about one hour walking to get to Poonhill (3210m). You will see the best sunrise and magnificent view of the Himalayas like Annapurna South, Bahari Shikhar, Hiuchuli, Nilgiri, Dhaulagiri ranges, Tukuche peak, Annapurna I, II, III, IV, Lamjung Himal, Mt.Manaslu ranges, Machhapuchhre (Fishtail) and others mountains. After this unforgettable view, we come back to Ghorepani for breakfast. Trek to Ghandruk. The hike starts with quite a steep uphill section to Deurali pass. It is a similar elevation to Poonhill. We will see all the mountains from here as well. After that, we hike down to Tadapani. We continue to hike to Ghandruk through the Baisi Kharka (Buffalo pasture). Ghandruk is one of the biggest villages of Gurung people. There is the Gurung Culture Museum. We can go and see the way of life of the Gurung people. From this village, we can still see views of snow peaks. Ghorepani to Ghandruk (1939m, 6-7 hours walking) and then overnight at Lodge.
Option: If you can't make it all the way to Ghandruk from Ghorepani, you have a choice to stay in Tadapani. If you stay in Tadapani, you will trek to Ghandruk on the next day and drive back to Pokhara. You do not need extra day for this option
Day 5: Drive to lakeside, Pokhara by Public bus
Pokhara Lakeside
4h · Admission ticket not included
If it is a clear morning we may see Annapurna South, Hiunchuli, Machhapuchhre (fishtail) and Annapurna III very close. We have our breakfast with views. This day, we walk to down to Ghandruk bus park. It takes slowly 10 minutes walk . Then drive 3 hours back to Pokhara. Overnight at your hotel in Pokhara.
Day 6: Drive back to Kathmandu by Tourist Coach/ Bus
Kathmandu
8h
Drive back to Kathmandu the same road by the bus
Meeting and pickup
Pickup details
We pick up all the travelers from Trivuban international airport at Kathmandu and transfer facility to your hotel
Additional information
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
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
