Poon Hill Trek - 7 Days

Trip Detail
  • Destination: Nepal
  • Trip Difficulty: Easy
  • Trip Style: Trekking
  • Transport: As Per Itinerary
  • Food: Breakfast + Lunch + Dinner
  • Accommodation: As Per Itinerary
  • Group Size: 2-15
  • Max Elevation: 3,210 m
  • Season: March to May & September to November

Poon Hill Trek explores the lower Annapurna region. This trek is specially designed for travelers who are looking for a short trek on the Himalayan trail. Poon Hill Trekking is also a great option for beginner trekkers to introduce themselves with the adventurous routes in the Himalayas. Trekking through dense forests of rhododendron, pine, juniper, oak, birch, etc, you will gradually head towards the highlight of this trek, Poon Hill Viewpoint. Along the way, you come across diverse vegetation and wildlife.

Likewise, the trail also passes by several beautiful villages including Ghorepani village and Ghandruk. These villages are resided by people from communities like Gurung, Magar, etc. While you stay in these villages, you can observe the daily lifestyle of the locals along with their distinct language, culture, and tradition. Likewise, you will also visit different ancient stupas and monasteries.

Ghorepani Poon Hill Trek begins with a scenic drive from Kathmandu to Pokhara that further continues to Nayapul, the starting point of the trek. From here, you trek through lush forests and ascend to Ulleri. The trail then takes you to Ghorepani village via small settlement areas and dense forests. You then hike up to Poon Hill from where you get to see the gorgeous sunrise and snow-covered Himalayan mountains like Mt. Dhaulagiri (8,167 m), Annapurna Range (8,091 m), Mt. Manaslu (8,156 m), Lamjung Himal (6,988 m), Mt. Nilgiri (7,061 m), Mt. Hiunchuli (6,441 m), Tukuche Peak (6,920 m), Mt. Fishtail (6,993 m), etc. From here onwards, you gradually descend and reach Kimche, the ending point of Poon Hill Trek 7 days.

Poon Hill Trek offers both adventure and rich cultural experiences in a short time. You can even reduce the day as per your requirement. Our Poon Hill Trek route is professionally designed to let you explore the finest villages on the trail. Similarly, the best time to go on Poon Hill Trek 7 days is during spring and autumn, however you can also go on Poon Hill Trekking in other seasons. To know more about the Poon Hill Trek package or Poon Hill Trek cost, feel free to contact us anytime.

Highlights

  • Scenic flight to Pokhara
  • Trek to lush forests and fine small villages
  • Cross thrilling suspension bridges and cold streams
  • Get to see tempting landscape
  • Spend night in picturesque Ghorepani village and Ghandruk village
  • Experience rich culture and tradition of the locals
  • Hike to Poon Hill to see glorious sunrise
  • Witness stunning views of mountains like Mt. Dhaulagiri, Annapurna Range, Mt. Manasalu, Lamjung Himal, Mt. Nilgiri, Mt. Hiunchuli, Bahari Shikhar, Mt. Fishtail, etc

Itinerary

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Day 01 : Arrival in Kathmandu.

After landing at the Tribhuvan international Airport you will meet with our trek team members near the terminal gate holding your nameplate. He will take you to the hotel and quickly inform you regarding the further program. For today, you are free to rest and explore nearby areas on your own. 

  • Hotel

A short and scenic flight takes you to Pokhara. From here, you drive to Nayapul, the starting point of the trek. The trail crosses Tikhedhunga Khola on a suspension bridge and gradually ascends steeply. Enjoying stunning views of Mt. Annapurna, Mt. Hiunchuli, and snow-capped mountains, you reach Ulleri for the night stay.

  • BLD
  • Lodge

The trail today takes you to picturesque Ghorepani village. Ghorepani is one of the most famous villages in the Annapurna region for its exceptional views and friendly locals. The trail goes through dense forests of rhododendron, birch, maple, pine, oak, etc, where you can come across various wildlife and birds. Likewise, you can see amazing views of mountains and hills along the way.

  • BLD
  • Lodge

You wake up early in the morning and hike to Poon Hill Viewpoint. The trail from Ghorepani steeply ascends to Poon Hill from where you can see wonderful sunrise along with western Himalayan mountains like Mt. Dhaulagiri, Annapurna Range, Mt. Manaslu, Lamjung Himal, Mt. Nilgiri, Mt. Hiunchuli, Bahari Shikhar, Mt. Fishtail, etc.

After enjoying the views, you descend to Ghorepani, have breakfast, and begin climbing towards the Deurali pass. The trail then drops down to Tadapani and continues through the pasture to take you to Ghandruk, another very famous and beautiful village. 

  • BLD
  • Lodge

From Ghandruk, you descend for an hour to reach Kimche. From here, you drive back to Pokhara. You can spend the remaining day exploring around the hotel and relaxing. In the evening, don't forget to spend time near tranquil Fewa Lake. You can even do boating on the lake.

  • Breakfast only
  • Hotel

After having a warm breakfast, you drive back to Kathmandu, enjoying tempting landscape views. Upon landing at the airport, you move to the hotel. Enjoy the rest of the day as per your wish and do shopping. In the late evening, you will join a farewell dinner organized by the company.

  • Hotel

This is your last day in Kathmandu. One of our team members will be at the hotel lobby as per your flight departure time to take you to the Airport. We wish you our last goodbye, until next time. 

Cost Detail

What's included

  • Airport pick up and drop
  • 2 night hotel accommodation in Kathmandu and 1 night in Pokhara with breakfast
  • Lodge accommodation during the trek
  • All meals (Breakfast, Lunch and dinner) during the trek
  • Domestic flights (Kathmandu-Pokhara)
  • All ground transportation as per the itinerary
  • English speaking guide
  • Porter service (2 trekkers - 1 porter)
  • Staff cost including their salary, insurance, equipment food and accommodation
  • All necessary paperwork and trekking permits
  • Government and local taxes

What’s Excluded

  • International flight fare or any delays
  • Nepal entry visa fee
  • Excess baggage charges
  • Lunch & dinner in Kathmandu
  • Extra night accommodations and meals (because of early arrival or late departure)
  • Personal expenses
  • Personal clothing and gear
  • Travel insurance
  • Tips for guide and porters (recommended as it is more cultural practice)
  • Additional charges because of unseen event, weather, political barriers, etc
  • All the costs and expenses that are not listed in "cost includes" will be counted as excludes

Useful Information

Why go on Poon Hill Trek with us?

We offer the best Poon Hill Trek itinerary along with a comprehensive Poon Hill Trek package. Likewise, we are a team of active trekkers and climbers who have been mapping several different trails in the Himalayas for numerous years, which makes us a highly experienced and perfect travel partner. While trekking with us, you will get high-quality service and genuine Poon Hill Trek cost. We are known for our service and attention towards the details. We assure you that, with us, you will enjoy every second of the trek.

Other Information to Note

  • To prepare yourself for the trek, you can go on hikes and exercise focusing on core strength & stamina
  • Double-check all the gears and documents before the beginning of the trek
  • Visit your doctor and know all the things that your body might suffer from the trek due to height
  • Inform us about any past or present medical problems so that we can advise you the best options
  • Drink plenty of water to avoid altitude sickness- keeping yourself hydrated is the key
  • Carry insects repellents
  • Please carry reusable water bottles with you and avoid buying plastic water bottles to reduce the waste during the journey