Overview of the Trekking :
Ghorepani Poon Hill Trek - 03 Nights / 04 Days
Get ready to soak in the panoramic view of the mountains and bask in the fresh air in the legendary Annapurna Mountain region which offers the most diverse and popular trekking area in Nepal.
Views of lush, fertile farmland and undisturbed natural forests, snow-capped mountains, and mingling with a mixture of different ethnic groups, all add up to a diverse range of experiences that make the trek in Annapurna one of the most satisfying treks among all destinations in Nepal.
Pokhra is the gateway to the best trekking trails in the world. Annapurna Ghorepani Poonhill Trail in Annapurna Sanctuary is a medium altitude trek from Pokhara ( 800 meters ) reaching a maximum altitude of 3210 meters at Poon Hill in 3 nights / 4 days trek.
The Poon Hill trek is one of the easiest routes in the Annapurna Sanctuary which explains its growing popularity. It’s a great route to walk for inexperienced hikers and for those who want to get a taste of trekking in Nepal. The trek can be done in 3 or 4 days. The route is well-marked, and there are many guesthouses and restaurants on the way.
We shall be glad to arrange Trekking permits, licensed trekkers, and personal porters for your trek.
Difficulty Level: Easy / Moderate
Best Time: March-May, Mid September-November
This itinerary is an example. It’s designed to inspire you and provide you with thoughtfully curated ideas. You can choose to do this exact trekking or we shall be glad to customize a more moderate trekking itinerary with your specific preferences.
Highlights of the Luxury Trekking : Ghorepani Poon Hill Trek
- Your personal trekker guide and porter
- Unlimited bottled mineral water throughout the trekking
- Accommodation at the finest mountain lodges with all meals
- Remote Mountainous villages of Pokhara
- Interactions with local ethnic habitants – Gurungs and Magars
- View the majestic panorama of the Annapurna Himalayas
- Bask in a spectacular sunrise over the mountain range
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Day 1
Drive Pokhara to Nayapul ( 1070 m ) and Trek Nayapul – Ulleri ( 1960 m ) – 12 kms / 4.5 Hours
At 8:30 AM, your guide will meet and greet you at your hotel in Pokhara. From here, your trip will begin with a scenic 1.5-hour drive to Nayapul ( 1070 meters ).From here, you will trek to Ulleri ( 1960 Meters )for approximately 4.5 hours before arriving around lunch time at your mountain lodge.
The trail from Nayapul to Ulleri is well-marked and passes through beautiful forests, charming villages, and scenic landscapes. The first part of the trek ( approx 9 km) involves a gradual ascent, passing through small villages and terraced fields, before entering a dense forest of rhododendron trees and climbing a series of steep stone steps reaching the larger Magar village of Ulleri at 1960 meters, where you can take a break for the first night.
Overnight at your Mountain Lodge in Ulleri Village.
Day 2
Trek from Ulleri( 1960 m )- Ghorepani( 2850 m )- 8 kms/4 hours
After your breakfast at your mountain lodge at Ulleri, your trail continues to climb through a dense forest, passing through the villages of Banthanti (2250 m) and Nangethanti ( 2450 m ), before reaching Ghorepani. Ghorepani is a beautiful village located at an altitude of around 2,850 meters and is known for its stunning views of the surrounding mountains, including Annapurna and Dhaulagiri.
Overnight at your Mountain Lodge in Ghorepani Village.
Day 3
Trek Ghorepani – Poon Hill Top – Ghorepani – Tadapani ( 2610 m )
At 4:00 AM, you will begin an early morning trek of 45 minutes to reach the top of Poon Hill (3,210 meters above sea level). A series of steep stone stairs from Ghorepani will take you to the Poon Hill Top which is the highest point of the Poon Hill Trek in the Annapurna Mountain region.
View from Poon Hill
Once at the top, trekkers can enjoy breathtaking views of the sunrise over the mountains, with peaks such as Annapurna South, Annapurna I, Dhaulagiri, Mardi Himal, and Machhapuchhre (also known as “ Mount Fishtail”) visible in the distance.The views are particularly stunning during the autumn and spring seasons when the skies are clear and the weather is favorable.
There are also a few tea houses and small shops located at the top of Poon Hill, where you can rest, have a warm drink, and take in the scenery before beginning the descent back to Ghorepani Mountain Lodge for breakfast.
Post your breakfast, you will start a downward trek for about 10 km / 4 hours to Tadapani Village at 2610 meters above sea level. Here you will spend a night at a Mountain Lodge.
Overnight at your Mountain Lodge in Tadapani Village.
Day 4
Trek Tadapani ( 2610 m ) – Ghandruk ( 1950 M) – Nayapul ( 1050 m ) – Drive to Pokhara
After breakfast at your lodge, Trek for about 3 hours to Ghandruk Village. you can explore the Gurung Museum, familiarize yourself with the town, and interact with the locals. Post lunch, you will then continue soft trekking to Nayapul. From Nayapul, you’ll take a private car for 1.5 hours back to Pokhara. Upon arrival in Pokhara, you will be dropped off at your hotel or Pokhara airport for an onward flight to Kathmandu / Chitwan.
