Destination: Nepal
Trip Difficulty: Easy
Trip Style: Trekking and Tour
Transport: Private Vehicle / Tourist Bus
Food: Kathmandu-Breakfast, Mountain-Breakfast+Lunch + Dinner
Accommodation: 3-Star Hotel + Teahouses + Lodges
Group Size: 02 - 10
Max Elevation: 3,200m

The Ghorepani Poonhill trek is a relatively short and exciting trek allowing you to experience the beauty of the Annapurna region and its rich cultural heritage. The trek culminates at Poon Hill, where we catch sunrise views of Mt Dhaulagiri (8,167m), Annapurna I (8,091m), Mt Fishtail (6,998m), Nilgiri (7,041m), Annapurna South (7,219m), Annapurna II (7,939m), Annapurna III (7,555m) and other surrounding peaks. The Ghorepani trek is one of the most popular in the region, particularly for those without the minimum 2 to 3 weeks needed to walk in the higher Himalayas. The trek, which starts close to Pokhara, can be combined with a trip to Chitwan National Park.

The Ghorepani Poonhill Trek Start Driving to Nayapul, the trek begins from Birethanti after check-in at the Annapurna Conservation Area Permit counter. Over the next few days, we walk, sometimes steeply, through traditional villages and rhododendron forests, eventually making our way to Ghorepani, home of the Magar ethnic group. The next morning we wake up early and make the 40-minute walk up to Poon Hill, where we enjoy fabulous sunrise views of the Annapurna Range. Then we trek down via Tadapani to Ghandruk, which is populated by the Gurung people.

Nepal Hiking Trek recommends the Springtime for this trip so you can see the rhododendron forests in full bloom. However, all seasons are suitable for the Ghorepani Poonhill trek. Please contact us for more details:

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Short easy spectacular view Ghorepani Trek.

Highlights

Ghorepani-the gateway and the charming village of the Annapurna Region.
You will make beautiful ascend and descend the popular stone stair to the Ulleri village.
Enjoy the mind-blowing sunrise and sunset views background on the Chain of the many world highest mountains like Mt Annapurna, Annapurna South and all the snow-capped mountain of the Annapurna Region from the Poon Hill.
You can capture the panoramic views of whole Dhaulagiri ranges, Annapurna Ranges, Himchuli, Nilgiri, Machhapuchre and Ganesh Himal.
You will forget all your tiredness and pain beautiful of the Himalayan flora and fauna, warm hospitality of Gurung and Magar people.
You will make a cool hike through the Himalayan beauty, blooms rhododendron and alpine forest scattered Magar and Gurung settlement and the gorgeous views of the snow-capped mountains.

Outline Itinerary

Day 01Arrival at Kathmandu.
Day 02City tour or free day to explore and shop on your own.
Day 03Drive to Pokhara.
Day 04Drive to Nayapul, trek to Tikhedunga.
Day 05Trek to Ghorepani.
Day 06Hike up to Poon Hill (3,210m), trek to Tadapani.
Day 07Tadapani to Ghandruk.
Day 08Ghandruk to Nayapul, drive to Pokhara.
Day 09Drive from Pokhara to Kathmandu, farewell dinner.
Day 10Departure.

What to Expect

What's included

Accommodation

Three nights' Twin-sharing/double accommodation with breakfast at a 3-star category hotel in Kathmandu: one night before the trek and one night after the trek. (Hotel category upgrade & private room accommodation can be organized at an extra cost)
Two nights' accommodation in a 3-star category hotel in Pokhara with a BB plan.
Best available double/ twin-sharing guesthouse accommodation during the trek for 4 nights in the Annapurna Region.

Meals & Drinking Water

Full board standard meals during the trek (Breakfasts, Lunches, and Dinners) including one hot drink.
Seasonal fruits for dessert in the evening on a trek.
Cultural dinner in a Nepali Restaurant after trekking.

Transportation

Kathmandu International Airport pick-up and drop-off on a private vehicle as per your arrival date and time.
Kathmandu Valley Tour included a private Vehicle.
Transport between Kathmandu and Pokhara by Tourist bus (flight ticket from and to Pokhara upon request at an extra cost).
Transport between Pokhara and Nayapul by private Taxi.

Guide and Staff

Experienced, first-aid trained, government licensed, English speaking, and locally recruited Nepal Hiking Trek’s trekking guide for 5-7 days (2 guides for group sizes of more than 7 people).
Porter to carry your luggage during the trek (1 porter for every 2 clients, porter can carry up to 26 kgs, and not included for solo trekker)
Wages, accommodation, meals, gear, insurance, and medications for all staff.
An export tour guide for Kathmandu sightseeing.

Trek Permits

Annapurna Conservation Area Permit (ACAP).
Trekkers’ Information Management System (TIMS) card.

NHT benefits

First aid/kit bag with oxygen meters, trekking map.
Trip completion certificate by Nepal Hiking Trek.

Administrative & Taxes

All our administrative expenses and government taxes.
Domestic airport departure tax (if booked Pokhara flights).

What's not included

International flight fare and Nepal Entry Visa fee.
Travel insurance for both medical and high-altitude emergency evacuation coverage.
Snacks and any kind of beverages, including bottled and boiled water.
Tips and gratitude to the tour guide, trekking guides and porters (expected).
Kathmandu Valley Tour entrance fee.
Personal trekking gear or equipment and personal expenses.
Any other expenses that are not mentioned in the Price Includes section.