Poon Hill Trek 7 days

Trip Overview

Poon Hill Trek in 7 Days

Poon Hill Trek 7 days cost / price : $385.00 per person (Minimum Group Size: 02)

Cost Includes ✔Meals✔Accommodation✔Guide✔Porter✔Transport (Private Jeep + Tourist Bus)✔Permit

7 Days Trek in Nepal

Poon Hill Walkway is one of the most visited areas in the Annapurna foothills due to the ease of ascent of the route for novice hikers and well-managed facilities of eco-lodges for food, drink and accommodation. This short trip is also suitable for those who are short on time but dream of seeing the snow-capped peaks and still want to experience the real Himalayan culture. This is the only trekking test in the Annapurna region that can be done year-round except for the monsoon season from mid-June to mid-September. The walk to Ghorepani starts from Nayapul (1070m) to Ghorepani (2750m). Along the walking trail you will enjoy the fascinating traditional Gurung villages and their culture passing azaleas, magnolias, oak forests and breathing while admiring the view of Mount Fishtail, Annapurna South, Himchuli and beautiful mountain panorama from Poon Hills (3210m), including the whole of Dhulagiri. and the Annapurna range. The short Poon Hills hike is always loved by most of the easy hikers looking for a short walking break in Annapurna and enjoying the amazing panoramic views of the Himalayas (Annapurna and Dhaulagiri) even as the sun rises from Poon Hill. So this trek is ideal for hikers from children to the elderly and also as a place to connect the route across the pass confluence with any other Annapurna region. The best tea house accommodation and great food make your visit memorable. This is probably the best place to go to Poon Hill at the peak of 3210m to watch the sunrise. The pioneering Himalayan stop, Ghorepani, was also an overnight stop for local merchants who supplied food to remote parts of Mustang.

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Outline Itineary

Day 01: We drive for 7 hours from Kathmandu to reach Pokhara

Day 02: We drive for 2 hours from Pokhara reach Nayapul and trek for 4 hours to reach Tikhedunga

Day 03: We trek for 7 hours from Tikhedhunga to reach Ghorepani

Day 04: We trek for 6 hours from Ghorepani to reach Poon Hill and trek to Tadapani

Day 05: We trek for 3 hours from Tadapani to reach Ghandruk

Day 06: We trek for 5 hours from Ghandruk to reach Nayapul and drive for 2 hours to reach Pokhara

Day 07: We drive for 7 hours from Pokhara back to Kathmandu

Detail Itineary

Day 01: We drive for 7 hours from Kathmandu to reach Pokhara

We take early tourist bus from Kathmandu to Pokhara (914m.). One can view green hills, beautiful valleys and some mountain views on the way. Pokhara is regarded as tourists’ paradise with full of natural as well as cultural heritage sites such as lakes, caves, temples, etc. One can have pleasure to observe views of Phewa Taal (lake), Annapurna and Dhaulagiri ranges. overnight at Pokhara Hotel.

Day 02: We drive for 2 hours from Pokhara reach Nayapul and trek for 4 hours to reach Tikhedunga

We start our trek from Nayapul (1050m.). We would drive up to Nayapul from Pokhara. From Nayapul, we would trek to Tikhedhunga (1577 m.) via Birethanti (1065m.) which takes about four and half hours. Overnight at tea house lodge.

Day 03: We trek for 7 hours from Tikhedhunga to reach Ghorepani

We trek from Tikhedhunga to Ghorepani (2675 m.). Today we could ascend down gently passing through Ulleri (2070m.) and Banthanti, Magar villages. On the way, one could see majestic view of Machhapuchhre (6997m.), Huinchuli (6441m.), and Annapurna South (7219m.). Overnight at Ghorepani at tea house lodge.

Day 04: We trek for 6 hours from Ghorepani to reach Poon Hill and trek to Tadapani

Today we trek from Ghorepani to Poon Hill (3180m.) and then to Tadapani (2675m.). We cover the distance within five and half hours of normal trek. Early morning, we start our trip to Punhill (3180m.) 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 numerous other snowcapped mountain peaks. Having breakfast at Ghorepani, trek to Tadapani (2650 m.) through the deep forests of rhododendrons, bamboos and oaks. En route, one can observe waterfalls, rocks, wild animals, birds and green valleys. Overnight at Tadapani at tea house lodge.

Day 05: We trek for 3 hours from Tadapani to reach Ghandruk

Trek from Tadapani (2675m.) to Ghandruk (1950m.). Comparatively, today is the easiest trek of all days. One has to trek through the forests of Rhododendron and oak One could hear soothing chirp of birds on the way. This trek is also offers best alternative for birds lovers. Ghandruk is a big Gurung village. There is a handicraft centre and Gurung museum. From this village you could observe good views of Annapurna South, Hiunchuli, Gangapurna (7455m.), Annapurna III (7755m.) and Fishtail. Ghandruk village is listed in World Heritage Site. Overnight at Ghandruk. In the evening, typical Gurung Cultural program will be organized on demand. At tea house lodge.

Day 06: We trek for 5 hours from Ghandruk to reach Nayapul and drive for 2 hours to reach Pokhara

Trek from Ghandruk (1950m.) to Nayapul (1990m.). Now the rest of the trail descends gently down to Dhampus passing through Pothana village (1900m.). Then drive back to Pokhara from nayapul Overnight at pokhara hotel.

Day 07: We drive for 7 hours from Pokhara back to Kathmandu

Cost Includes

01. Tourist Bus from Kathmandu to Pokhara and Pokhara to Kathmandu and Jeep Transfer from Pokhara to Nayapul and Nayapul to Pokhara

02. Hotel in Pokhara for 2 nights with BB Plan

03. Annapurna Conversation Area Project Permits

04. TIMS (Trekkers' Information Management Systems)

05. Complete free trekking information before going to trek

06. Full Board (Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner) during the trek

07. 4 nights in local teahouses/lodges during trekking

08. An Experienced English Speaking License Holder Trekking Guide (Local Guide)

09. Medical first aid kit box ( which is carried by your team)

10. Foods, Accommodations and local tax for Guide

11. Down Jacket and Sleeping bag are available in a hire

Cost Excludes

01. Hotel in Kathmandu

02. Domestic Flight Tickets to Pokhara & Return

03. Any kind of drinks (tea, coffee, water, hot water, etc) and of bar bills (alcoholic beverages)

04. Hot shower, WIFI, any electronic battery charges during only in trekking

05. Tips and gratitude to your guide and driver

06. Extra night accommodation or meals in Pokhara because of early arrival, late departure and early return from trekking (due to any reason) than the scheduled itinerary

07. Your travel insurance (Travel insurance is compulsory to take an adventure trip and it must be covered both medical & emergency evacuation with the worth of USD100, 000.00 minimum.