Ghorepani Poon Hill Trek

Duration: 11 Days 4 reviews

About Ghorepani Poon Hill Trek

Ghorepani Poon Hill Trek, trekking in the foothills of Annapurna is for those who don't want long trekking. This trekking offers you the beautiful scenario and panorama of Annapurna region. If you don't have much time for trekking but still want to enjoy the view of mountains, then Ghorepani Poon hill trek is for you. 

Ghorepani poon hill trekking is one of the best short treks in the world. With this trek, you can get all advantages of trekking in short time. You might be wondering what this Ghorepani Poon is. Ghorepani used to be a place to rest for ancient traders where they found water (pani in Nepali) for their horses (ghoda in Nepali). Poon is the name of the hil where you can experience outstanding view of mountains with beautiful sunrise. This trekking is named after Ghorepani and Poon hill. This trekking may also be called small Annapurna circuit trekking or just Ghorepani trekking or just Poon hill trekking. This trekking is for any age groups because it doesn't involve danger for trekkers.

To state the trekking routes in brief, after the sightseeing of Kathmandu valley, we will drive to Pokhara, one of the most beautiful cities of the world. From there, we will drive to Nayapul which is the starting point of our trekking. Then, you will trek to Ulleri followed by beautiful Ghorepani. In Ghorepani, there are hotels and lodges where you can rest. Then you will climb Poon hill and trek to Tadapani and finally to Ghandruk. After enjoying in various places, you will trek down to Nayapul and then you will back to Pokhara. Now in Pokhara, you can enjoy the natural scenary. After viewing beautiful lakes, visiting famous Devi's falls, boating in Fewa Lake, intruding into caves; you will be back to kathmandu. Then you will be back to your own place.

Isn't this trekking fun? This trekking will sure be the incredible and unforgettable moment of the trekkers' life. So, if you want to enjoy natural beauty by trekking but don't have enough time, then Ghorepani Poon hill trekking of Annapurna region is for you.

Highlights

  • Amazing vistas of Mt. Dhaulagiri, Annapurna, Machhapuchre, Hiuchuli and other mountains
  • One of the best sunrise and sun set from Poon Hill
  • Experience different ethnic cultures
  • Diverse Flora and Fauna
  • Best short trek and easily accessible

Itinerary

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Day 01 : Arrival in Kathmandu (1,350m) Tribhuvan international Airport (TIA)
A representative from Himalaya Hub Adventure will pick you up from the Kathmandu Tribhuvan International Airport (TIA) and take you to the hotel as per the booked itinerary. After a few hours of rest in the hotel, the representative of HHA will meet you and describe the whole trip and how it will go. Interact with the Representatives and Guides so you become more prepared for the trip! However, if you arrive late at night, the meeting will be held the next day after the Kathmandu city Tour. At the meeting, we fulfill all remaining booking and payment processes as well.
  • Hotel
  • 1,350m

After breakfast, we take you to four major UNESCO heritage sites for sightseeing around Kathmandu Valley. Visit the Pashupatinath Temple, one of the holiest of all Hindu temples. Situated 5 kilometers east of Kathmandu, the temple of Lord Shiva-Pashupatinath, with its two-tiered golden roof and silver doors, is famous for its superb architecture. We can see the temple, the activities performed on the temple premises, and the cremation bank of the Bagmati River.

Apart from Hindus, no one is allowed to enter the main temple, but we take a short walk by the bank of the Bagmati River, where one can observe the pilgrims and Hindu priests activities around the premises. This River is also a cremation site for Hindus. From here, we take a short drive that leads to Bouddhanath, northeast of the Pashupatinath area.

The Stupa of Bouddhanath is 8 kilometers east of Kathmandu. This colossal and ancient stupa is one of the biggest in the world. This area is also known as  ‘Little Tibet. After a visit here to observe the Tibetan Buddhist way of life, our tour continues towards the Patan area, which is situated to the south of Kathmandu and separated by a bridge over the River Bagmati. Patan Durbar Square (Patan) is also known as Lalitpur, which means the city of arts and architecture.

The old historical castle (Durbar), the tall terracotta house, and the Stone Temple of Krishna with the pillar of Garuda look fascinating. Garuda is the vehicle of Lord Vishnu as well as of Lord Krishna. After the historic visit, we drive short distances towards the end of the Patan area at the Tibetan Refugee Camp, where one can observe the happy and cheery workers weaving carpets. The Swayambhunath Stupa (Monkey Temple) has been in use since the 5th century and consists of a magnificent domed stupa as well as a variety of shrines and temples. Each temple is extremely ornate and richly decorated with gold and vibrant prayer flags, though it’s not only the spiritual décor that draws visitors.

This sacred pilgrimage site is also home to hundreds of monkeys considered holy by Tibetan Buddhists and Hindus. According to legend, Manjushree, the bodhisattva of wisdom, was in the process of raising the temple hill when the lice in his hair transformed into these monkeys. Swayambhunath means self.

arisen and is derived from that legend.

  • Breakfast
  • Hotel
  • 1,350m
The journey from Kathmandu to Pokhara through the Prittivi Highway It's a scenic drive, windy, with beautiful terraces, riverside views, and hills crossing amazing vistas. After a long 8-hour drive, we get to Pokhara, a touristic city with a beautiful lake, snow-capped mountain peaks, and green hills as the backdrop. The lakeside area is quite famous for its relaxing hangout places like restaurants, cafes, pubs, bars, and others. You will stay overnight at a hotel in Pokhara.
  • Breakfast
  • Hotel
  • 900m
After breakfast in the Pokhara hotel, drive 1.5 hours to Nayapul (the trekking starting point), then commence the trek to Ulleri, passing through Birethanti and Hile, a small, beautiful village following a stream, a suspension bridge, and flat terrain. At the end, we have a 2-hour steep walk (stone staircase) to Ulleri village, which is a cultural village where we spend our night. Overnight at the guest house
  • Breakfast,Lunch,Dinner
  • Guesthouse
  • 2,100m

After breakfast, today we trek from Ulleri to Ghorepani (2840 m). It's a 6 hour walk to our final destination.

The walk to Ghorepani is very pleasant in nature, through the rhododendron and bamboo forests, gradually up with stairs, and with a spectacular view of South Annapurna and Mt. Fishtail along the way. Overnight at the guest house

  • Breakfast,lunch,Dinner
  • Guesthouse
  • 2,840m
Today, wake up early in the morning and hike 1 hour to Poon Hill (3210 m) for the best sunrise and mountain views, including Mt. Dhaulagiri (8167m), Annapurna South, Mt. Fishtail, Nilgiri, and many mountain ranges. Take some pictures, go back to the same tea house, and after breakfast trek to Tadapani (2300m) from Ghorepani, which is another interesting day of our trek, passing beautiful oak forest, streams, waterfalls, and spectacular mountain vistas. Overnight at the guest house in Tadapani
  • Breakfast,Lunch,Dinner
  • Guesthouse
  • 2,660m
After breakfast, today we trek from Tadapani to Ghandruk Village (1960 m). It's a 4-hour walk to Ghandruk, one of the biggest Gurung villages, rich in culture and hospitality, with a beautiful mountain view of Machhapuchre, South Annapurna, and Hiunchuli in the background. We arrive at Gandruk village before lunch time, and after lunch we will explore the beauty of Gandruk village, visit the museum and monastery, Overnight at the guesthouse
  • Breakfast,Lunch,Dinner
  • Guesthouse
  • 1,960m

After breakfast, today we trek from Ghandruk Village to Nayapul. It's a 6-hour walk to Nayapul. The walk to Nayapul is gradually downhill for almost 2 hours and flat from Syauli Bazaar until Nayapul, following the Modi River. Since we have a driving option, you can take a bus or jeep to shorten the trip and drive to Pokhara instead of walking all the way down to Nayapul. We will have lunch here in Birethanti before we end our trek in Nayapul. After we complete our Ghorepani Poon Hill Circuit Trek, we will drive back to Pokhara, which takes 1.5 hours. transfer you to the hotel in Pokhara, and after refreshment, explore your own lakeside or do some boating around Fewa Lake in the evening celebration of your successful trip to Poon Hill. Overnight at the hotel in Pokhara

  • Breakfast,Lunch
  • Hotel
  • 900m

After morning breakfast, You will visit the Pokhara Valley, including some of the major sites: Peace Stupa, Devi's Falls, Gupteshwor Cave,

mountain museum, Seti George, and the rest of the day, relax on your own or do some optional activities like Paragliding, Bungee jumping, Zip lining, or ultralight flight as per your interest, which you can consult with our company guide while you are in Pokhara or on arrival in our office on the first day for booking extra activities. Overnight at the same hotel in Pokhara

  • Breakfast
  • Hotel
  • 900m

Today, we will be heading back to Kathmandu by morning tourist bus (8 hours drive), optional 30-minute flight, or private transport (6 hours), as per your interest and group size. It's a scenic drive or flight from Pokhara to Kathmandu through the Prithivi Highway, which is 220km but windy, following beautiful rivers, hills, terrain, and mountain vistas. It's a long but enjoyable ride back to Kathmandu, after a refreshing evening farewell dinner at a typical Nepali restaurant, and overnight at a hotel in Kathmandu.

  • Breakfast,Dinner
  • Hotel
  • 1,350m

Today is your last day in Nepal. Our company representative will transfer you 3 hours prior to your flight time to the airport for your international flight back home or to your onward destination.

  • Breakfast
Ghorepani Poon Hill Trek map

What’s Included

  • Airport pick up and drop by private transport
  • Round trip transportation by tourist bus from Kathmandu to Pokhara and back to
    Kathmandu.
  • Guided tour in Kathmandu and Pokhara
  • 3night standard accommodation in Pokhara  and 3 night in Kathmandu  on B/B plan
  • Guide (his salary, food, insurance, transport, equipment) during the trek.
  • Porter (Their salary, food, insurance, transport, equipments,1 porter to carry the luggage of 2 clients) during the trek
  • Your Food 3 meals a day (Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner) during your trek with cup of tea or coffee at breakfast time
  • Accommodation in the tea house during the trek (neat and clean but normal in a twin sharing basis)
  • ACAP (Annapurna conservation area permit)
  • TIMS (Trekkers Information Management System)
  • Transportation by private car from Pokhara hotel to Nayapul (Trekking starting point) and at the end from Nayapul to Pokhara hotel.
  • Sleeping bag & down jacket (you need to return after complete
    your trek)
  • Medical kits
  • Register your name in the embassy
  • Last night cultural dinner at typical Nepali restaurant-        
  • All government tax & official expenses
  • Lunch & Dinner in Pokhara and  in Kathmandu
  • All monument entrance fees while sightseeing in Kathmandu & Pokhara
  • Extra night accommodation in Pokhara & Kathmandu
  • Travel insurance
  • All bar bills (soft, hot & alcoholic drinks) during the trek
  • Hot shower, battery charge, telephone call, Wi-Fi, sweets, cigarette and your personal expenses during the trip, beyond I mention above in a price included section
  • Any loss arising due to unforeseen circumstances is beyond Himalaya Hub Adventure.
  • Tips for field staff.

Departures & Dates

We have a daily trips availabloe on private basis, for costomize group tour please feel free to write us

Useful Information

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