Ghorepani Poon hill trek

Trip Duration:	10 Days
Trip Grade:	Easy
Best Season:	Sep/Oct & Mar to May
Per Day Hiking:	6/8 hrs
Elevation:	3210 meter
Accomodation:	Tea house / Lodge
Transportation:	Flight /Jeep /Bus

Overview

Ghorepani Poon hill trek is a popular destination/trip as well as the best place in the western part of Nepal situated at an altitude of 3210m in the Annapurna trekking region. Trek to poon hill is an extreme natural beauty trekking route. Endless opportunity to view and explore culture, nature, outdoor adventure, and most breathe taking sceneries. Picturesque terraced farmland, sweeping valleys, charming valley, colorful rhododendron, and more than 20 jagged snow-covered peaks with the crystal blue sky are the main highlights of the trek. This beautiful trek combines easy walking with majestic scenery and a mix of cultures.

Poon Hill Viewpoint is an amazing place for enjoying the breathtaking Himalayan views. You may see 360 views of the Annapurna and Dhaulagiri Himalayas on a clear day. Dhaulagiri I, II, III, IV, V, Tukuche, Dhampus, Nilgiri, Annapurna south, Barah Sikhar, Machhapuchre are some of the major peaks seen from here. Poon hill is one of the major attractions of the area. Visiting poon hill early in the morning for sunrise or late afternoon for sunset is a memorable experience. The trial is pretty fun and is considered as the most popular trekking route of Nepal.

Trip Features

World heritage sites sightseeing tour of the historical and cultural monuments Pasupatinath, Bouddha, Patan & Bhaktapur in Kathmandu valley.
Poon hill is an amazing viewpoint of western part of Nepal, situated at an altitude of 3210 meter and offers spectacular views of more than 20 different mountain peaks with sunrise.
Picturesque terraced farmland, sweeping valleys, charming village, colorful rhododendron and more than 20 jagged snow-covered peaks with crystal blue sky are highlights of the trek.
Mesmerizing city Pokhara offers nature and pleasure trip. Pokhara is often called enchanting Himalayan valley.
Enjoy with Boating in largest Fewa Lake in Pokhara offers excellent view of mountains and their reflection on lake.
The most spectacular sight of Annapurna range stretching from east to west including Dhaulagiri, south Annapurna, Himchuli, Fishtail (Machhapuchere) & Annapurna.

Short Itinerary

Day |01| Arrived to Kathmandu (1300 Meter)

Day |02| Kathmandu city tour (1300 Meter)

Day |03| Kathmandu to Pokhara (820 Meter)

Day |04| Trek to Tikhe – Dhunga (1480 Meter)

Day |05| Trek to Ghorepani (2860 Meter)

Day |06| Explore Poon hill (3210 M) and trek to Tadapani (2630 Meter)

Day |07| Trek to Ghandruk village (1940 Meter)

Day |08| Trek to Nayapul and drive to Pokhara

Day |09| Drive back to Kathmandu

Day |10| Departure

Detail Itinerary

Day |01| Arrived to Kathmandu (1300 Meter)

Upon arrival at Tribhuvan international airport in Kathmandu, you will be greeted by of our representatives, who will bring you to your hotel. After you have been settled in at your hotel, our representative will brief you in detail about your travel itinerary. After which, you will be taken on a stroll of the local market. In the evening, we offer you a welcome dinner at a Nepalese restaurant with Nepalese traditional cultural program.

Day |02| Kathmandu city tour (1300 Meter)

Today, you will be taken on an interesting guided tour of Kathmandu city, you will visit historical monuments and religious holy places like temples, Stupas and durbar squares. The rest of the time, we will spend in preparation for trek.

Day |03| Kathmandu to Pokhara (820 Meter)

Drive or fly to Pokhara then couple of hours explore a wonderful natural beauty city. Pokhara is get-way town to trek Annapurna region including Annapurna base camp. Pokhara is itself a popular tourist destination. Travelers can enjoy in the evening in down – town with local cultural programs and their choice foods.

Day |04| Trek to Tikhe – Dhunga (1480 Meter)

We leave Pokhara early in the morning, after an hour drive reach to Nayapul and commence our trek to Birethanti a small town situated in the bank of Modi- River, after trekking permit formalities in the check post we continue to trek gradually uphill through the bank of Modi- River towards Tirkhedhunga for overnight.

Day |05| Trek to Ghorepani (2860 Meter)

Today, it will be pleasant hiking day. At the beginning, we walk through the village with many steps and trace field. We stop for lunch in Bhanthanti. After lunch, we continue our trek through the rhododendron dense forest. Finally, we reach to beautiful village Ghorepani for overnight.

Day |06| Explore Poon hill (3210 M) and trek to Tadapani (2630 Meter)

Very early morning climb to Poon hill at an altitude of 3210 meter. Approximately, it is an hour hiking trip. We can explore Brilliant Mountain views of several snow-capped peaks as well as unobstructed sunrise over the Himalayas from top of the Poon hill. After great exploration back to lodge for breakfast then proceed to walk towards Tadapani for onvernight.

Day |07| Trek to Ghandruk village (1940 Meter)

From Tadapani, trail descends through rhododendron forests and orchid colonies to the pretty Gurung town of Ghandruk, where the Annapurna range and Machhapuchhare dominate the mountain views, although glimpses of Lamjung Himal and the Manaslu range can also be seen further east. After lunch visit the Gurung Culture Museum, as well as take time to explore the village.

Day |08| Trek to Nayapul and drive to Pokhara.

Wake up, explore mountains, and surrounding as the last moment of the trip, take last breakfast of mountain then hike through all the way down hill and rice field to Nayapul. After lunch in Birethanti or Nayapul drive back to pokhara. In the evening, explore beautiful town and Fewa Lake.

Day |09| Drive back to Kathmandu

After breakfast drive back to Kathmandu. Arrive to Kathmandu with scenic flight of 30 minutes then transfer to hotel. After being refresh visit around Thamel (shopping area) where the locals shop so busy and fascinating. In the evening, participate in farewell dinner. Stay overnight at hotel on B.B basis.

Day |10| Departure

Today ends your Everest panorama trekking trip in Nepal. Our representative will take you to the airport 3 hour before than your departure scheduled. If you have more time you can utilize that on your choice for shopping or sightseeing. On your way home, you will have plenty of time to plan your next wonderful trip to Nepal.

What are included ?

Airport to hotel and airport transfer by private car.
3 nights Accommodation twin sharing in Kathmandu include breakfast.
2 nights Accommodation twin sharing in Pokhara include breakfast.
Guided city sightseeing tour in Kathmandu includes entry fees.
Pokhara city sightseeing and an hour boating in Fewa Lake.
Kathmandu /Pokhara /Kathmandu transfer by tourist bus.
Pokhara to trek starting point and return transfer by car.
Require trekking permit, TIMS and other entry fees.
A English speaking experience & license holder trekking guide.
Trekking porter / s ( 2 trekkers can share a porter) carrying 15 KG.
Teahouse / lodge accommodation on the trek.
Three meals a day (Breakfast/ Lunch/ Dinner) during the trek.
A route map.
Welcome & farewell dinner.

What are not included ?

Nepal visa fee (bring require cash and two passport size Photos).
International airfare To and From.
Lunch and Dinner in the city( even late departure or early return).
Extra accommodation in city due to any reason late departure or early return.
Insurance for rescue and medical.
Personal expenses (laundry, bar bills, extra porters, bottle or boiled water shower etc).
Tips for guide & porters.

Trip Inquiry

The itinerary listed is a guideline and standard pattern which we provide you. This trekking can be modified according to your time and requirements. We will be pleased if you provide every minor details about your trip.