Ghorepani-Poon Hill Trek – 9 Days
Ghorepani is a small village located at the periphery of Annapurna Conservation Area (ACAP). A fairly easier and short trek, Ghorepani makes a great trekking experience. You can also opt. to visit Ghorepani along with the Annapurna Base Camp (ABC) trek.
The trek begins from Nayapul, on the outskirts of Pokhara. The trail ascends to Tikhedhunga, which lies on the Southern side of the usual ABC trail. Another day hike will take you to the Ghorepani. A mainly Gurung village, most of them belong to the families of the former Gurkha Army. An early morning hike will take you to Poon Hill, a popular site for enjoying Sunrise and the panoramic Himalayan view, namely; Annapurna, Machhapuchhre and Dhaulagiri. The final leg comprises of a short trek to Ghandruk and back to Nayapul.
Ghorepani-Poon Hill Trek is suitable for any age. You can choose to take your entire family on this trip. During peak seasons, you may find it a busy route as most trekkers choose to trek through the Ghorepani to Annapurna Base Camp.
Trip Difficulty: Easy
Light walking and hiking suitable for most fitness levels. Not too challenging for amateurs. Max. altitude remains around 3000 m and the hike requires around 3-4 hours a day.
Service Level: Standard
Comfortable tourist-class accommodations with character; mix of public and private transport. Star Standard meals at Kathmandu!
| Day 1 | Arrive in Kathmandu / Transfer to Hotel | – |
| Day 2 | Drive from Kathmandu to Pokhara | 6 hours |
| Day 3 | Drive up to Nayapul, and trek to Tikhedhunga 1,540 m (5,052 ft) | 8 hours |
| Day 4 | Trek to Ghorepani 2,750 m (9,022 ft) | 6 hours |
| Day 5 | Poon Hill Hike 3,210 m (10,531 ft) and Trek to Tadapani | 5-6 hours |
| Day 6 | Trek to Ghandruk 1,970 m (6,463 ft) | 5-6 hours |
| Day 7 | Trek to Nayapul and Drive Back to Pokhara | 6 hours |
| Day 8 | Drive from Pokhara to Kathmandu | 6 hours |
| Day 9 | Depart from Kathmandu | 7-8 hours |
Note: You can choose to upgrade your commute to/from Pokhara by taking a flight, and avoid 8-9 hours of road travel.
Includes
- Arrival airport pick and drop.
- Dinner in one of the finest diners in Kathmandu before and after the trek.
- 2 Nights at ★★★ hotel in Kathmandu.
- 2 Nights at ★★★ hotel in Pokhara.
- Entire land commute during the trip
- Standard Tea-house/ Lodge during the trek.
- (B,L,D) Meals during the trek.
- 1 Certified Guide (Licensed & First Aid Trained)/1 Porter (For two)
- TIMS Card/ National Park entry fee/Other Permits
- All the Gov. and Local taxes as per applicable
- 1 Duffel Bag and Company T-shirt
- Trekking Map and Group medical kit box (Diamox and First Aid Medicine)
- Trip Completion Certificate
- Arrangement of Rescue/Medical Helicopter service; covered by your Insurance agency.
Excludes
- Visa & Processing Fee
- International flight fares
- Meals other than during the trek and before/after complimentary dinner
- Mineral water and refreshments during the trek
- Travel insurance (Cover Helicopter evacuation and Trip Cancellation charges)
- Guide/Porter Tipping
Testimonials
Annapurna is the best place on Earth. The route and scenery are breath-taking. The way leading from Machhapuchhre to Annapurna base camp is the best.
I had fun with my friends. The guide is the best! He helped us throughout the trip. I’d suggest you to take Diamox to help prevent altitude sickness. It’s really hard to breath when you reach at the top. All in all a great experience. ~Jessica Mahut (Florida, USA)
Additional information
The above information is a guide and standard template of what we provide. Our trip can be customized at your request to accommodate your specific requirements.
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- Arrival in Kathmandu At your arrival in Kathmandu, a member of our team will greet and receive you at the airport. You will be transferred to your hotel. Our representative will brief on your arrival about the trip. The rest of the day is yours. The evening we be spent enjoying complimentary local dinner one of the finest local diner with cultural program
- Drive from Kathmandu to Pokhara After the early morning breakfast, you will drove from Kathmandu to Pokhara in a tourist coach bus. The 6-7 hours ride will be provided with mineral water and enough loo breaks. The noon at the lakeside city of Pokhara will invite you with a great ambiance. You can take a short walk around the city and enjoy your lunch. Pokhara is the most popular getaway in Nepal, therefore, you may find many like-minded tourists strolling around the city.
- Drive to Nayapul/Trek to Tikhedhunga A short early morning drive through Banglung Highway will lead you to Nayapul. From here, your trek will begin. The first day leg will include a moderate hike up to the culturally rich village of Tikhedhunga. Tikhedhuna is a small village and can serves as a comfortable place to stay overnight.
- Trek to Ghorepani From Tikhedhunga, you ascend further along steep trails. It is one of the exotic trails in the Annapurna region. A 3 hour hike up the hill will take you to Ghorepani. Ghorepani also houses lodges to provide food and accommodation to travelers. It’s one of the best stops during the trek.
- Poon Hill Hike & Trek to Tadapani After savoring the mesmerizing sight of Annapurna, Dhaulagiri and other Himalayan peaks from the popular vantage point of Poon Hill, you leave for Tadapani. It takes another 3-4 hours of hiking.
- Trek to Ghandruk After an early morning breakfast, you leave for Ghandruk, another popular destination. A Gurung village, it also serves as the HQ of Annapurna Conservation Area (ACAP). You can even enjoy cultural dance and meals here.
- Trek to Nayapul & Drive to Pokhara After a heavy breakfast, you can trek back to Nayapul, where you started your trek. Here, you can find many vehicles waiting for the tourists. An hour ride will take you back to Pokhara and you can spend the night enjoying.
- Drive from Pokhara to Kathmandu A 6-7 hours ride will take you back to Kathmandu. Our representative will transfer you in a Hotel, followed by a humongous farewell dinner.
- Depart from Kathmandu You will be transferred to the Airport to catch your flight back home.
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Package Price Date
Ghorepani-Poon Hill Trek – 9 Days
Get this trip at $ 669USDTrips Details
| Trip Length | 09 days | |
| Trek Length | 05 days | |
| Activities | Trekking, Sightseeing | |
| Max. Altitude | 3,210 meters (10,531 ft) | |
| Trek Style | Tea-house (Lodges) | |
| Meal | Full board on trek | |
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| Transportation | Private Vehicle, Tourist Bus | |
| Best Month | February, March, April, May, June, September, October, November | |
| Group Size | 2-10 Persons |
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