Trip Overview

Trip Highlights

A short and exciting trek in Lower Annapurna
Ghorepani, the Magar community
Poon Hill, the best viewpoint of Annapurna and Dhaulagiri panoramas
Ghandruk, the village of Gurkhas
Rhododendron forest dominated trail

Ghorepani Poon Hill Trek is a short and lovely excursion in the lower Annapurna region. It is an easy trek that does not require acclimatization or previous trekking experience. The trek is an opportunity to view the beat Himalayan attractions of Annapurna, Dhaulagiri, and Manaslu region peaks and the stunning sunrise view over them. This is why the trek is also popular as an Annapurna sunrise trek. Poon Hill (3210 meters) is the highest point of this trek.

Poon Hill trekking trail is gentle, however, you have to walk continually up and down the route. The 5-day walk to Ghorepani Poon Hill begins from Nayapul with a complete arrangement of Nepal Kameleon Holidays. For three days, you walk through the evergreen rhododendron forest. In Spring, the trek becomes exceedingly outstanding with the blooming of various rhododendron species. This is one of the super parts of the Ghorepani trekking. During the trek, you pass through the ethnic Magar and Gurung villages (Ghorepani and Ghandruk), where you can explore the ethnic culture and hospitality. The trek makes a circuit and your trek descends through the village of Gurkhas- Ghandruk and ends the trek at Nayapul and drives back to Pokhara.

Nepal Kameleon Holidays organize Ghorepani Poon Hill Trek with your suitable itinerary. We combine this trek with the Chitwan National Park Tour, where you can enjoy jungle safari activities. This is the best trip recommended for you. Please, feel free to contact us for your further inquiries.

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It's best to join our Chitwan Jungle Safari Tour for 02 Nights/03 Days after completing Ghorepani Poon Hill Trekking.

Best Season for Ghorepani Poon Hill Trekking

Spring offers the best view of the entire region of blooming rhododendron flowers. Spring is great with warm days and clear weather. The giant Himalayan peaks of the Annapurna region look so dazzling. March-April and May are excellent months for trekking in Annapurna.

Autumn is another excellent season for the Ghorepani Poon Hill Trek and exploration of the massif Annapurna peaks. If you are trekking in the autumn season, try to manage in the October-November months. However, December and January are also great as it is a lower altitude trek (up to 3210 meters).

Views on Ghorepani Poon Hill Trekking

- Ethnic Magar and Gurung communities

- Rhododendron woods and greeneries

- Majestic view of Mt. Annapurna, Dhaulagiri, Fishtail, Himchuli, etc.

High Altitude Sickness

You don't need to worry about the high altitude sickness as it is a lower altitude trek.

Accommodation in Ghorepani Poon Hill Trekking

Excellent forms of accommodation facilities are available in Ghorepani Poon Hill Trekking. Attached bathrooms will be also available along with warm dining halls.

Food in Ghorepani Poon Hill Trekking

Ghorepani Poon Hill Trek- most probably the yummiest trek in Nepal. A lot of food items are available and served with nice smiles. Typical Nepali meals are the best option to try (Dal, Bhat, pickle, soup), noodles, Indian menu, Chinese cuisine, continental, and many more.

Itinerary

Day 01
Arrival at Kathmandu, transfer to hotel.
Namaste and welcome to Nepal. Upon your arrival at the Tribhuvan International Airport, the Nepal Kameleon Holidays representative receives and transfers you to the hotel. After a short refreshment, we briefly explain to you the following day's itinerary. Overnight at hotel. (A)
Day 02
Fly or drive to Pokhara.
We drive through the Prithvi Highway to Pokhara, which is about 6 hrs journey. As an option: you can fly directly from Kathmandu to Pokhara for half an hour. The Himalayan panoramas on your right can be explored. Boat riding on Phewa Lake can be a superb activity in the afternoon. Overnight at hotel. (B,L,D,A)
Day 03
Drive to Nayapul, Walk to Tikhedhunga.
After breakfast at the hotel, we take a drive to Nayapul and begin to walk. After about an hour, we reach to the entry point of Annapurna Conservation Area Project (ACAP). Then we walk above the Bhurungdi Khola and Pass Hile. Tikhedhunga will be our stop point today. Overnight at lodge/tea house. (B,L,D,A)
Day 04
Walk from Tikhedhunga to Ghorepani.
We begin to walk after breakfast. The countryside trail is up and down. Once we cross the stream, we walk continual uphill for about a couple of hours. From Ulleri, the trail becomes gentle and we walk through the rhododendron forest. The trail is gradual uphill till we reach to Ghorepani, which is an ethnic Magar village, located below the Poon Hill. Overnight at lodge/tea house. (B,L,D,A)
Day 05
Hike to Poon Hill (3210 meters) and trek to Tadapani.
Early in the morning, we hike to Poon Hill, which is the best viewpoint of the Annapurna and Dhaulagiri region peaks along with the best sunrise view over those peaks. This is why the Ghorepani Poon Hill trek is also known as the Annapurna Sunrise trek. Having breakfast, we begin to ascend through the rhododendron forest. We reach Yak Kharka and walk via Banthanti, which is our lunch stop. Through the up-and-down trail, we reach to Tadapani, at the hilltop in the forest. Overnight at lodge/tea house. (B,L,D,A)
Day 06
Walk down to Ghandruk.
After breakfast, walk down to the Gurung village- Ghandruk. It’s a continual downhill walk via Bhaisikharka (buffalo grazing meadow). Ghandruk is located just down. It is a typical village that preserves folk culture and charming hospitality. Gurung museum and its traditional lifestyles are wonderful. We walk around the village. Overnight at lodge/tea house. (B,L,D,A)
Day 07
Trek to Nayapul and drive back to Pokhara.
From Ghandruk, we begin to trek down. After about an hour, we reach the road. But we avoid the road and take another route down to Syaulibazaar. We walk more to Nayapul. Checking out from the ACAP counter, we drive further to Pokhara. Overnight at hotel. (B,L,D,A)
Day 08
Fly/drive back to Kathmandu.
It takes about 6 hours to drive from Pokhara to Kathmandu. Another option is to fly from Pokhara to Kathmandu. Then transfer to the hotel. Walk around the local marketplace and buy souvenirs if you like. Overnight at hotel. (B,A)
Day 09
Departure.
It's time to bid farewell. A Representative of Nepal Kameleon Holidays drops you to the airport for your final departure. We hope to serve you time and again. (B)

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Cost Details

Cost Includes

Airport pick up and drop.
Hotel in Kathmandu with BB plan (Bed and Breakfast).
Drive Kathmandu - Pokhara- Kathmandu.
Drive Pokhara- Nayapul- Pokhara.
Annapurna Conservation Area entry permit
TIMS (Trekking Information Management System) card.
Full board meals and accommodations during trekking (B,L,D,A).
Professional trekking guide and porter, their food, accommodation and insurance.
Staffs' Transportation
First Aid medical kit.
Walking poles.
Nepal Kameleon Holidays T-shirt, trekking map, and trip achievement certificate

Cost Excludes

All personal expenses
Drinks Items: Coke, Fanta and Mineral water bottle
Alcoholic drinks and chocolates
Tips for guide and porters
Your travel insurance.
Emergency rescue service if needed

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Mrs. Ellinor
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Ghorepani Trek with Bhanu
Trekking to Ghorepani Poon Hill was the best memory for me and my husband. A short trek in the lower Annapurna region offered us a sweet memory. We hiked to Poon Hill early in the morning and enjoyed the sunrise view over the Annapurna and Dhaulagiri range. Food and accommodation were great as well. Bhanu was so friendly and flexible guide as he managed our continually changing schedule. He had such patience and we liked it very much.
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Ghorepani Poon Hill Trek - 9 days

Trip Overview

Trip Highlights

Best Season for Ghorepani Poon Hill Trekking

Views on Ghorepani Poon Hill Trekking

High Altitude Sickness

Accommodation in Ghorepani Poon Hill Trekking

Food in Ghorepani Poon Hill Trekking

Itinerary

Arrival at Kathmandu, transfer to hotel.

Fly or drive to Pokhara.

Drive to Nayapul, Walk to Tikhedhunga.

Walk from Tikhedhunga to Ghorepani.

Hike to Poon Hill (3210 meters) and trek to Tadapani.

Walk down to Ghandruk.

Trek to Nayapul and drive back to Pokhara.

Fly/drive back to Kathmandu.

Departure.

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Ghorepani Poon Hill Trek - Itinerary

Day01 Arrival at Kathmandu, transfer to hotel.

Day02 Fly or drive to Pokhara.

Day03 Drive to Nayapul, Walk to Tikhedhunga.

Day04 Walk from Tikhedhunga to Ghorepani.

Day05 Hike to Poon Hill (3210 meters) and trek to Tadapani.

Day06 Walk down to Ghandruk.

Day07 Trek to Nayapul and drive back to Pokhara.

Day08 Fly/drive back to Kathmandu.

Day09 Departure.

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