ANNAPURNA POONHILL TREK – 4 DAYS
4 Days Starting and ending in Pokhara, Nepal
Visiting: Pokhara, Ulleri, Ghode Pani, Tadapani, Poon HIll Trekking, Ghandruk
Tour operator:
Tour code:
POONHILL
Guide Type:
Fully Guided
Group size:
1 - 15
Age range:
10-80
Tour operated in:
EnglishTrip Styles:
Private Available:
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Tour Overview
The Ghorepani Poon Hill Trekking Tour is a combination of culture and wildlife tour with trekking experience in the Annapurna Himalayan. It is also known as the best short trekking in Nepal. This itinerary is one of the most popular among visitors who want to combine adventures in their Nepal tour itinerary. It is one of the most exciting, moderate, and impressive trekking in the Annapurna region. It is also well-known as the Annapurna Sunrise Trek. It is a shorter trek and does not require acclimatization. The Ghorepani trek leads through the Gurung villages in the mountains. It is a superb opportunity to see the magnificent peaks of the Himalayas, such as Dhaulagiri, Annapurna South, and Machhapucchare Etc. The evergreen trekking route takes you to the beautiful historic ethnic village and a first-class mountain. Poon Hill is the best vantage point that fulfills your dream of taking a look at the snow-capped mountain peaks. The landscape of Dhaulagiri and Annapurna can be seen from the viewpoint of Poon Hill [3190 m]. Above Ghorepani are the most incredible mountain excursions in the world. The top of the hill captivates with a heavenly view of sunrise and the golden lights of the Annapurna Mountains.
Highlights
Itinerary
Day 1 : Drive From Pokhara (822M) To Nayapul. Trek To Ulleri (1,540 M)
Location: Pokhara, Ulleri
Accommodation: Lodge
Accommodation Name: Local Lodge
Meals Included: Breakfast, Breakfast at your booked Hotel in Pokhara
We start our journey at Pokhara with a short drive through beautiful landscapes to Nayapul/Birethanti. We walk from Birethanti Village (1,015m), then follow the trail through the north bank of the Bhurung Khola, steadily up the side of the valley to Hille (1,495m), and after a short climb, you will reach Tikhedhunga (1,570m). You will then walk along a steep series of stone steps and reach Ulleri (2,070m), a large Magar village.
Overnight at Local Lodge
Day 2 : Trek From Ulleri (1,540M) To Ghorepani (2,860M)
Location: Ghode Pani
Accommodation: Lodge
Accommodation Name: Local Lodge
Meals Included: Breakfast
After a nourishing breakfast, the trek begins from Ulleri, heading for Ghorepani Poon Hill. From the trail, you can get astonishing views of the snow peaks, including the Annapurnas, Machhapuchhare, and Hiunchuli. The path silently ascends through the rhododendron forest to reach Nanghethani (2460m). After an hour of walking, you will arrive at the destination of the day, Ghorepani, a spectacular settlement located on a ridgeline. The hillside below the Ghorepani is full of forests with eight different rhododendron species, Nepal's national flower.
Breakfast & Overnight at Local Lodge
Day 3 : Poon Hill Excursion (3,210M), Then Trek To Ghandrunk (1,950M / 6,398Ft)
Location: Tadapani, Poon HIll Trekking, Ghandruk
Accommodation: Lodge
Accommodation Name: Local Lodge
Meals Included: Breakfast
You will start the day early to reach Poon Hill just in time to view the breathtaking sunrise over the Himalayas. From Poon Hill, you can see a brilliant panorama of mountain ranges, Dhaulagiri I (8,167m), Tukuche (6,920m), Nilgiri (6,940m), Annapurna South, Annapurna I (8,091 m), Hiunchuli (6,441 m) and much more. After enjoying the views, you will return to the lodge for a hearty breakfast.
After breakfast, it is time to follow a pleasant forest trail through rhododendron and oak groves to Deurali (2,960m) on a trail that connects the Ghorepani-Tatopani trial at Chitre. The trail descends through rhododendron forests to Banthanti (2,606m).
After crossing to the north side of the stream, the trail goes uphill and enters Bhurung Khola. From Bhurung Khola, the path ascends again through the steep forests for 20 minutes to finally reach Tadapani. Then you will hike some more through a forest path downhill to Ghandrunk, a Gurung village. At Ghandruk, you will be visiting the local Gurung museum.
Breakfast & Overnight at Local Lodge
Day 4 : Trek From Ghandruk (1,950M) To Kimche - Syauli Bazaar (1,220M). Drive To Nayapul (1,050M) Pokhara (820M)
Location: Pokhara
Accommodation: Hotel
Accommodation Name: Your Hotel in Pokhara booked directly
Meals Included: Breakfast
It will be your final day in the trails. After leaving Ghandruk, you will hike through the picturesque rice fields and past small villages and reach Kimche-Syauli bazaar taking around two hours. You will then bid goodbye to the trail and take local transport to Pokhara. Your trek ends at Pokhara.
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What's Included
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Accommodation with breakfast at trekking lodges 3 nights/4 days during Poonhill trek
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For one person: English speaking porter Cum Guide. For two & above pax: one experience trek guide & one porter on every 2 persons
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Sharing vehicle from Pokhara to trek starting & ending point
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Guides and porter costs, their meals, insurance, salary, lodging, transportation
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Annapurna Conservation Area permit fee
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Trekkers Information Management System (TIMS) card fee
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All government, local taxes, and official expenses
What's Not Included
Mode of Transport
Pokhara - Nayappol - Pokhara by private vehicle
Accommodation
During trek will be local lodges as available. These lodges will be simple and cannot be compared with hotels available in city area. The local lodges will have common bathrooms.
Meals: During trek we will be providing you Breakfast. However, lunch & dinner you can pay directly as per your own wishes and choices.
Porter guide based on 1 person can carry 12 kgs and dedicated porter will be provided for 2 persons & above (2:1 basis). Porter can carry 25 Kgs sharing the load between 2 people.
Check out our Q&As
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Will passengers from another country be participating in the tour?
Yes this is open to join
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What is the maximum group size?
We operate small group with maximum 5 - 10 persons.
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Will I know the names and details of all the accommodation before I depart?
Local Lodges will be booked directly on the spot by guide. The overnight stops can be changed as per your condition hence please be open for the same.
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Is there a limit to luggage that can be brought on the tour?
One porter can carry 20 Kgs (10 kg each traveler).
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Meals during trek
During trek we will be providing you Breakfast. However lunch & dinner you can pay directly as per your own wishes and choices.
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What is the standard of the hotels on this tour?
Local Lodges are basic and as available locally.
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Is free Wi-Fi available in the accommodation used?
Few local lodges during trek have fee wifi with extra cost payable directly.
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What is the tipping policy?
Tipping to trekking crew i.e trek guide & porter is recommended. You can offer gratitude as per your kind wishes
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Are the local guides on the tour English speaking?
For one person: English speaking porter Cum Guide. For two & above pax: one experience trek guide & one porter on every 2 persons
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What currencies are required for this tour?
For personal expenses we recommend you to take Nepali Rupees. You can exchange US$, GBP, EURO or any major currency at exchange counter in Kathmandu or Pokhara.
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Will there be an escort accompanying this tour?
Trekking guide will be escorting through-out trek
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What is the fitness level required to do this tour?
This trek require good fitness level.
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Are all entrance fees included in the price?
The trekking permit such as Annapurna Conservation Area Permit, TIMS fee also included in the cost.
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Are children permitted to take part in the tour?
Yes Kids above 10 years can trek with parents. For small kids we normally do not recommend as this is altitude trek hence depends on the average walking with good fitness level.
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Can you assist with pre or post tour accommodation?
Yes we can with extra cost as applicable.
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Do you require a visa for this holiday?
Nepal visa is required which can be obtained on arrival. For 15 days Nepal visa fee is US$ 30. For more details you can refer to https://www.immigration.gov.np/
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Is there a supplement for solo travellers?
Yes as indicated in the cost details
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What happens if a group doesn’t make its minimum required number of passengers?
We will operate on private basis as per the group size for tour booked above 2 persons with-out any cost. Please check the cost as applicable based on 1 person & 02 persons above.
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