Ghorepani Poon Hill Trek
Overview
The Ghorepani Poon Hill Trek is one of the famous treks of the Annapurna region which can be done within 5 to 6 days. During this trek, we get the opportunity to explore the forest side full of Rhododendron, Oak trees beautiful birds, and other animal.
The main attraction of trekking is Poon Hill (3,210m) from where we can view breathtaking view of Mt. Fishtail 6,993m, Mt. Dhaulagiri 8,167m, Annapurna South, Annapurna I 8,091m, Tukuche Himal 6,920m, Nilgiri 6,940m and Himchuli 6,441m. It is one of the shortest and easiest treks including major points of attraction like Ghandruk and Poon Hill.
Ghandruk is also famous for internal tourists of Nepal. In Ghandruk one can take the Gurung cultural dress for rent and takes some antique picture with it.
Ghorepani Poon Hill Trekking Highlight:
- Trek to the beautiful area of the Annapurna region.
- Different Vegetation different Colorful rhododendron.
- Breathtaking view of Sunrise from Poon Hill (3,210 m).
- Gorgeous views of the Annapurna mountain ranges such as; Dhaulagiri, Annapurna I, Annapurna South, Baraha Shikhar, Mt. Fishtail, Nilgiri, Hiunchuli, etc.
- Exploration of the Himalayan Gurung and Magar Community.
Ghorepani Poon Hill Trek Difficulty:
The difficulty increases if you trek during the monsoon Season. During the monsoon, there are heavy rainfalls which makes the trail muddy and Slippery and you also encounter the leech. You need to be careful with your Steps. So, it is best to avoid trekking there in the Monsoon. If you are a well-experienced trekker, then you are sure to enjoy any Seasons.
Brief Itinerary:
Day 01: Drive to toNayapul at 8.30 am and trek to Tikhedhunga (Tea house) (1,495m/4,905 ft), 3-4 hrs
Day 02: Trek to Ghorepani (Tea House) (2,850m/9,350ft). 6-7hrs
Day 03: Hike Poon Hill (3,210m/10,528ft), and trek to Tadapani (2,520m/8,268ft),(Tea House)
6-7 hrs
Day 04: Trek to Ghandruk (1,950m/6,398ft), (Tea House) 3-4 hrs
Day 05: Trek Ghandruk to Pothana(1,910m/6,266ft),(Tea House) 5-6 hrs
Day 06: Short trek to Phedi and drive to Pokhara (910m/ 2,986ft), 3-4 hrs
Itinerary
Day 01Drive to toNayapul at 8.30 am and trek to Tikhedhunga (Tea house) (1,495m/4,905 ft), 3-4 hrs
After breakfast in Lakeside (Pokhara) and 1 ½ hour car / van / hiace and bus drive according to group size to NayaPul and commence our trek to Birethanti, a large and prosperous riverside village beside the Modi River &BroomdiKhola.( stream). We head up the main trail and follow upstream of BroomdiKhola (stream) to Sudamefrom where the trail climbs gradually up to Hile (1495m). After 20 minutes of walking from Hile we will arrive at Tikhedhung and overnight at a lodge.
Day 02Trek to Ghorepani (Tea House) (2,850m/9,350ft). 6-7hrs
From here the trail climbs steeply up toUlleri village with the amazing landscape and marvelous view of Annapurna South and Hiuchuli. We spend a pleasant day’s trekking through rhododendron and oak forests. The scenery gives you inner power to climb up these steps and immerse you to walk more. After 7 hours of walking we finally reach at Ghorepani and spend a night there.
Day 03Hike Poon hill (3210m/10528ft), and trek to Tadapani (2,520m/8268ft),(Tea House) 6-7 hrs
An early morning start for 45 minutes hike up to Poon hill (3210m/10530ft), the route offers the glimpse of the pleasant rhododendron forest. This brilliant viewpoint provides us an unobstructed sunrise over the high Himalayas and the wide range of panoramic scenery from the far western Himalaya.After a great time in Poon Hill, trek back to Ghorepani, breakfast and continue trek to Tadapani through thick pine and rhododendron forest with occasionally flat, more ascends and descends along the ridge
Day 04 Trek to Ghandruk (1,950m/6,398ft), (Tea House) 3-4 hrs
Today, we have short and pleasant walking day through the forested and downhill path with the view of the green forest and mountains and finally arrive at Ghandruk. It is the popular Gurung village where you can visit Gurung museum. We spend a night there.
Day 05Trek Ghandruk to Pothana(1910m/6266ft),(Tea House) 5-6 hrs
The trail descends following the stone staircases to ModiKhola and crosses a suspension bridge. From here way ascends immortally to Landrung village and continues through scattered trees, bushes and village to Tolkha. We will stop here for lunch and continue our journey to Pothana through Deurali and green forest. Pothana is a small village from where you can see breathtaking view of Pokhara valley includingFewa Lake and Annapurna south. We spend a night there.
Day 06Short trek to Phedi and drive to Pokhara (810m/ 2986ft), 3-4 hrs
From here, the trail descends down through jungle and reaches at Dhampus. It is nice village from where we will constantly descend through Dhanpus village to Phedi and catch a cab or car and drive to Pokhara. We spend a night there.
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Includes/Excludes
What's included?
- Arrival and departure transportation
- All necessary paper work and permits (Annapurna Conservation permit and TIMS )
- Trekking poles with company T-shirt
- An experienced English-speaking Govt. registered trekking guide and local porters to carry luggage (2 trekkers: 1 porter)
- Guide and porter salaries, insurance, equipment, transport, food and accommodations
- Pokhara to Nayapul by private transport
- Phedi to Pokhara by private transport
- Foods (Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner) with tea or coffee during the trek
- All accommodation during the trek
What's excluded?
- Deserts (cakes, bakes and pies)
- Mineral Water
- Boiled Water
- Electronic device re- charge
- Hot shower
- Personal Expenses
- Wi-fi
- Travel Insurance and evacuations insurance
- Tips for guide and porters
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Useful Info
Required equipments and useful tips for your Trekking/ Hiking Tours:
The Hiking /Trekking generally goes through the high Himalayan passes, it may covers with full of snow so, we advise you to accompany a porter to carry your necessary stuffs. The porter usually carries 18 kgs of your luggage.We also expect you to carry a regular backpack for your valuables and required goods.
We as a travel operator suggest you to bring the basic clothing and accessories to the trek and the remaining you can just leave/store at Himalayan Abode Trekking or at your Hotel in Kathmandu/Pokhara for free. Here are the basic list of usual equipments regarding your Trekking/ Hiking duration.
Sun hat or Scarf
- Winter hat/ Insulating hat/ Wide-brimmed hat
- Headlight with an extra supplement batteries
- Sunscreen
- Sunglass with UV protection
- Face/body wipes
- Lightweight gloves
- Heavyweight winter gloves
Hiking shirts /Long-sleeved shirt
Rain jacket or Rain Coat
- Fleece jacket
- Lightweight cotton pants
- T-Shirt ( Lightweight wool)
- Polypropylene underwear
- Down jacket (available on hire in Kathmandu/ Pokhara)
- Sweater
- Hiking Boots
- Thick wool socks (bring an extra pair of thick light socks)
Thermal bottle
- Water sterilization tablets or liquids
- Trekking/Hiking pole
- Sleeping bag (-15 is recommended in high altitude trekking)
- Towel
- Toothbrush
- Toothpaste
- Deodorant floss
- Biodegradable bar soap
- First aid kit etc.
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Reviews
Mar 2023escursione spettacolare, organizzata in maniera perfetta, con Shaduram Ghorsaine come guida, e Kali e il figlio Rames come portatori, Un team di amici, professionali e attenti, un valore aggiunto al nostro viaggio, non solo bellezza ma umanità.Ci hanno fatto assaporare i vari momenti. Consiglio a chiunque pensi questa escursione di valutare queste persone….che vivono il territorio…Gigi Aitaly
Dec 2017 • Family我们来自新加坡，通过网络找到了Himalayan Abode. Nabin从头到尾都与我们有紧密的沟通。我们这10天去了好多不同的景点。我们爬了5天的山,上了 poon hill (3210m) 看日出。我们的导游 Balram 和背夫 Jivan 都非常体贴与体谅。每当我们走累了，他们都会放慢速度,让我们多喝水,甚至让我们多休息休息。我们的导游有着15年的经验,走到哪里都会与我们分享故事,走了5天,我们也都学会了好多雪山的名字!
虽然这五天蛮考验我们的体力,但是有了导游的关照,我们都很享受这个体验。
回到了Pokhara, 导游也带这我们一日游,看了Fewa Lake, Devis Falls, Seti River, etc. 风景几美!
飞回 Kathmandu 城市, nabin 也安排了司机载我们参观不同的庙与景点,非常方便哦!
总而言之,这10天的配套安排得非常妥善与周到, 我们非常的满意! 下一次还会回来, 挑战更高的极限!
CWeixiangSingapore
Apr 2014I ordered the Poon Hill trekking in this agency, the service and attitude are very nice. The boss(Nabin and Prabin) is so kind to share their trekking and sightseeing experience, and their guide(Shehadev) has large mout knowledge. I like it. Next time, I also like to order the other trekking tour in Himalayan Adobe travel agency. It’s really nice.Review from
Our friend recommended this travel company and the poon hill route to us. It turned out to be the best hiking trip we have ever had. We have been to Asia and North American hiking trails. This one was rich in culture, views, animals and so close to the giant snow capped mountains!!!
When this travel company asked us to pay at Kathmandu airport, I was a bit worried. I had to check with my friend to see whether I should hand in the payment at Kathmandu. I was reassured by my friend that this was a reliable travel agent. Nabin came to pick us up at the airport then escorted us to the domestic flight to Pokhara. He doubled checked our returning flights to make sure we would have enough transit time for the next connection flight. He told us every details before leaving us. We have never been to Nepal and Nabin made us so welcome by this country!
Poon Hill is an excellent route for people who do not have lots experiences of hiking or who do not want to worry about altitude problem. Even our friend who never exercise can complete the hiking successfully and enjoy the best view of mountains and valleys along the way.
Prabin, Prajwol, and Sabin made our trip unforgettable. They all had friendly and genuine smiles on their faces. Whenever we had a question and wanted to stop/detour a little bit, they would tried their best to accommodate our needs. Sabin was there every morning and night. He was not a talkative person, but he used his heart to take care of us. He would be there whenever you looked around to find an answer.
UVtravelersChina
Jul 2016 • CouplesI had a plan to travel to Napal in July.
Because of the rainy season,I booked the Himalayan abode in May, hoping they can arrange our travel progrem(including four days hiking to Poonhill).
They replied all questions about traveling as soon as possible by email.
When we arrived KTM, the boss:Nabin and the driver picked up us personally from airport.
During the 12 days, anywhere we are,Nabin always keep in touch by mobile phone.
We took their private car to go sightseeing in KTM , Pokhara,Nagarkot. The driver:Shreelal is a professional driver, even if the road is so mud and rugged ,he could drive through safety.
When we went hiking ,the guide：Shadev and porter were kindly and professional,too.
Himalayan abode could solve all problems when we traveling,and their services are good.Review from
This time I traveled to Nepal alone for 12 days, and participated in the “Ghorepani (Poonhill Trek)” mountain walking trip for 5 days during the trip. The experience of these 5 days is definitely the best memory in Nepal. Most importantly, I still want to thank the travel agency owners Prabin and Nabin brothers for their consulting services before the trip and those few days, and the guide Bhuban for bringing me good feelings.
This time, I went to Nepal alone for 12 days. During the trip, I participated in the mountain trekking tour in “Ghorepani (Poonhill Trek)” for 5 days. This 5-day experience is definitely the best memories of coming to Nepal. The most important thing is to thank the travel agency’s owner Prabin and Nabin brother for their consulting services before and during the trip. And the wonderful experience that my trekking guide, Bhuban, has brought me.
Han男子漢China
Apr 2018 • Couples我和先生在4月初參加了尼泊爾6天的12人團體登山行程，原本就是一般的健行與探索旅程，沒想到短短一週，讓我有了滿足、完美、奇妙的收穫。
會有這樣的收穫，都要歸功於尼泊爾當地Himalaya Adobe公司團隊和Nabin先生。我和先生提早一天抵達，又比團體晚一天離開，Nabin幫忙安排了個別接送司機，及景區遊覽的車輛，讓我們感到非常便利，實在很窩心。
登山途中不斷問候每一個隊友的狀況，無微不至的立即性協助，這種關心已超過對客戶，而是對好朋友的關懷。不主動推銷自費活動，但一旦有人臨時想參加自費行程或特殊需求，一定快速聯繫，盡力安排。真是一位熱誠服務的好朋友& agent。
因為Nabin和他團隊的協助，我在入住飯店後立即完成貨幣兌換和電話sim卡安裝作業。除了既有Grandruk登山路線的健身活動外，我和先生意外地享受了一趟刺激有神奇的三角翼滑翔機，靠近7000公尺魚尾峰的飛翔，太美妙的低空飛行，近觀雪山、飛跨高山、穿越瀑布湖泊、呼吸新鮮空氣，實在是一趟奇妙而難忘的航程。又參加了輕航機fly into the heart of Himalaya range的行程，7000公尺以上雪山近在眼前，世界最高峰聖母峰-The Everest mt.好像觸手可及般，如此不可思議的飛行，CP值太高了。即使是臨時決定增加的行程，一點都難不倒Nabin，太夠力了。
以客為尊，服務第一，是對他最好的推薦用詞。
I would like to recommend to my friends for this friendly and nice agent!!! Very careful for every detail and willing to deal with any problem. We had a nice trip in Nepal. Thank you very much!!!
Name: Wu,
Address: Taichung
Country: Taiwan
Email: [email protected]
Our oeigial plan was to spent 8 days in the Himalayas to visit ABC. It was an unforgettable experience although on the second day of the tour we decided not to go to the base camp, We chose Poonhill instead, but we did not regret it because we had a better panorama from Poonhill. We could see not just Annapurna but Dhaulagiri as well. We were very pleased with our guide who were able to handle flexibly that we changed our mind. We always get the best possible rooms with shower and nice views if there were any. Our porter and of course Nabin and Prabin from the office were also very friendly and helpful.
The only negative thing was just the weather that caused some annoying days on the mountain, Overall we did not mind and still want to see someday the Himalayas again in cooperation with Himalayan Abode.
It’s really nice and pleasant in Nepal with Himalayan Abode. You just give your days or request to Himalayan Abode, they will do their best to fullfil it and even do better than your original plan. You don’t need worry about anything when you’re in Nepal, Himalayan Abode will take care of everything. You just simply enjoy your time in Nepal. ????
Name: Laiko
Address: Kaohsiung City
Country: Taiwan
