Ghorepani Poon Hill Trek - 9 Days

Ghorepani Poon Hill Trek - 9 Days

Trip At Glance

Trip duration

09 Days

Altitude

3210 m

Transportation

Flight / Private Vehicle

Accommodation

Lodge / Tea House

Meals

BLD

Group Size

1 - 12 Px

Difficulty

Moderate

Overview And Highlights

Ghorepani – Poonn Hill trek is an easy and popular trek in the Annapurna region. It has become a go-to destination for both international and domestic tourists due to beautiful views of Himalayan peaks and pristine nature. Different categories of accommodation are available here with varied choices for cuisines. 

 

This trek features a hike to the famed Poon Hill (3120m) for a breathtaking panorama of Dhaulagiri (8167m), Annapurna I (8091m), Machhapuchhre (6998m), Nilgiri (7041m), Annapurna South (7219m), Annapurna II (7939m), Annapurna III (7555m), Annapurna IV (7525m), and Lamjung Himal (6988m). Trek through rhododendron forest and learn about the culture of ethnic groups such as Pun, Gurung and Magar.
 

Day to Day Itinerary

Day 1 : Arrival in Kathmandu and transfer to hotel.

Food
Dinner
Accomodation
Hotel
Elevation
1300

On your arrival at Kathmandu International Airport, you will be greeted with flower garlands/Khadas. Our representative will then take you to your hotel. If time prevails, you will visit office for paperwork. Stay overnight at the hotel in Kathmandu.

Day 2 : Trip preparation and city tour of Kathmandu or Patan and Bhaktapur.

Food
Breakfast
Accomodation
Hotel
Elevation
1300

Today, you will visit popular world heritage monuments in Kathmandu including Kathmandu Durbar Square, Boudhanath, Swoyambhunath, and Pashupatinath. Alternatively, you can choose Bhakatapur and Patan sightseeing.  By late afternoon you will drive back to your hotel. Stay overnight at a hotel in Kathmandu.

 

Day 3 : Drive from Kathmandu to Pokhara

Food
Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Accomodation
Lodge
Elevation
914

After early morning breakfast, drive from Kathmandu to Pokhara (914m.) takes about six hours. Enjoy scenic views of mountains, hills, villages and rivers along the highway. 

Pokhara is a tourist's paradise featuring lakes, caves, Buddhist monasteries and Hindu temples along with the magnificent views of Lamjung Himal, Annapurna, Dhaulagiri. Stay overnight at hotel in Pokhara.

Day 4 : Drive from Pokhara to Ulleri

Food
Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Accomodation
Lodge
Elevation
2070

After early morning breakfast, drive from Pokhara (915 m.) to Ulleri (2070m.) takes approximately 3 hours. Then trek from Ulleri to Ghorepani (2675 m.) passing through dense forest of oak and rhododendron. Stay overnight at lodge.

Day 5 : Hike up to Poon Hill

Food
Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Accomodation
Lodge
Elevation
3232

Early morning hike up to Poon Hill (3232 m.) takes about one hour. Poon Hill is a popular viewpoint to see sunrise/sunset and majestic views of tallest Himalayan peaks. After spending sometime in Poon Hill, hike back to Ghorepani for breakfast and then continue trekking towards Tadapani (2630m) which takes about four and half hours. Stay overnight at lodge.

Day 6 : Trek from Tadapani to Ghandruk

Food
Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Accomodation
Lodge
Elevation
2950

After breakfast, trek from Tadapani to Ghandruk (2950m) takes about 3 hours. This trail is best for the bird lovers. Ghandruk is a big Gurung village offering good views of Annapurna South, Hiunchuli, Gangapurna (7455m.), Annapurna III (7755m.) and Fishtail. Stay overnight at lodge.

Day 7 : Drive from Ghandruk village to Pokhara

Food
Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Accomodation
Lodge
Elevation
914

After early morning breakfast, drive from Ghandruk village to Pokhara via Nayapul (New Bridge) takes about 3 hours. Stay overnight at hotel in Pokhara.

Day 8 : Drive from Pokhara to Kathmandu

Food
Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Accomodation
Hotel
Elevation
1300

After breakfast, early morning drive from Pokhara to Kathmandu that takes about six hours. En route, you will enjoy the mountain views, green sceneries, rice terrace fields, vegetable fields and people being engaged in their daily life activities. Stay overnight at hotel in Kathmandu. 

Day 9 : Departure

Food
Breakfast

As per your flight schedule, our airport representative will transfer from your hotel to the airport for your final departure. 

 

What Is Included ?

a) Kathmandu

  • Airport pick-up and drop-off services by private vehicle
  • 3 night hotel accommodation with breakfast at 3 star standards hotel
  • One day city sightseeing with an English speaking tour guide and private vehicle
  • Farewell dinner in Kathmandu with live cultural performance at authentic Nepali restaurant on the last evening
  • Souvenirs (t-shirt, mug, pen, bag, etc.) 

b) Trekking

  • 2 night hotel accommodation with breakfast at 3 star standards hotel in Pokhara
  • One trekking guide (if there are 10 or more participants, we will provide 2 trekking guides)
  • One porter for every 2 trekking participants (1 porter carries 25 kilograms of luggage)
  • All meals three times a day (breakfast, lunch & dinner) 
  • Accommodation in teahouses (lodges) during the trek
  • Trekking equipment: Sleeping bags, down jackets, duffle bags and trekking poles
  • Entry Permit for Annapurna conservation Area (ACAP)
  • Trekkers' Information Management system (TIMS) card
  • All land transportation: Kathmandu – Pokhara – Kathmandu by deluxe A/C tourist bus and Pokhara –Ulleri and Ghandruk – Pokhara by private jeep                               
  • Insurance and equipment for all guides and porters
  • First aid kit
  • Tax, VAT and our service charge 
  • Rescue assistance (In case of emergency, we will organize prompt and professional rescue services. To arrange timely evacuation/rescue by helicopter, you must be well insured from a reliable travel insurance company that covers both helicopter evacuation and medical treatment cost.)
     

What Is Excluded?

  •  Personal nature expenses (Telephone calls, internet, toiletries, battery recharge, hot shower, laundry, soft drinks, beers and any alcoholic beverages)
  • Travel insurance
  • Tips for involved staffs 
  • Lunch and dinner in Kathmandu and Pokhara 
  • Entrance fees while sightseeing in Kathmandu 
  • Extra nights’ accommodation in Kathmandu or Pokhara (even in case of early arrival or late departure, early return from trekking due to any personal reason than the scheduled itinerary)

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