Ghorepani Poon Hill Trek

Overview

Ghorepani is a short hike to the famous Poon hill before sunrise is a major highlight of this trip. The view from Poon hill is said to be one of the best on the Annapurna circuit. As the sun peeks over the horizon, illuminating a maze of peaks from Annapurna to Dhaulagiri, the epic scene will leave you speechless. Though this trip won’t take you far from the comforts of civilization, it’s a great option for those who desire a shorter trek with a genuine taste of Nepali culture and spectacular mountain views.

Detail Itinerary

Day 1: Arrive in Kathmandu Dinner

You will be greeted at the airport by a representative from Outdoor Expeditions and transported to your hotel.  Unwind from your flight and meet us in the evening for a welcome dinner at a traditional Nepalese restaurant

Day 2: Kathmandu sightseeing and trip preparations. Breakfast/lunch/dinner

Relax for the afternoon and enjoy a guided tour of Kathmandu’s unique attractions.  We’ll spend the day exploring several of the city’s most famous cultural landmarks like the sacred Hindu pilgrimage site Pashupatinath on the banks of the Bagamati, Swayambhunath (Monkey Temple), and Bouddhanath, Nepal’s largest and most revered Buddhist stupa.  In the evening we’ll meet with your trekking guide and team members for a trip briefing and preparations for the journey.

Day 3: Drive from Kathmandu to Pokhara 823m/2700ft: 6 hours’ drive Breakfast/lunch/dinner

We’ll depart Kathmandu this morning by private van or bus for Pokhara.  The scenic drive will take us through scenic countryside to the famous lakeside city where we can relax for the evening and savor the spectacular mountain views over Fewa Lake.

Day 4: Drive from Pokhara to Nayapul and trek to Tikhedunga 1570m/5150ft: 1 hour drive and 3 hours walking Breakfast/lunch/dinner

An hour’s drive from Pokhara will take us to Nayapul, the starting point of our trek.  From here it’s a steep climb to Tikhedunga, following the east bank of the Modi Khola through a scenic landscape of terraced fields, farmhouses, and lush hillsides punctuated by cascading waterfalls.

Day 5: Trek from Tikhendunga to Ghorepani 2840m/9317ft: 5 hours walk. Breakfast/lunch/dinner

A challenge awaits today in climbing the more than 3000 stone steps to the Magar village of Ulleri. Annapurna South and Himchuli peer over the tree lined hilltops as we ascend.  The lush forest and village scenery are spectacular as we arrive in Ghorepani, a large town perched on a hillside flush with rhododendrons.

Day 6: Trek from Ghorepani to Poon Hill 3210m/10531ft and trek to Tadapani 2660m/8727ft: 5 hours walk Breakfast/lunch/dinner

An hour’s climb in the early morning to Poon Hill rewards us with a breathtaking panorama of peaks including Dhaulagiri I, Tukuche, Annapurna I, Annapurna South, Himchuli, and Tarka Kang.  After an unforgettable sunrise, we descend steeply through the forest, following a stream and passed several waterfalls to Tadapani.

Day 7: Trek from Tadapani to Ghandruk 1940m/6364ft: 2 – 3 hours walk Breakfast/lunch/dinner

An easy descent from Tadapani will bring us to Ghandruk, Nepal’s second largest Gurung settlement.  You’ll want to explore the maze of narrow alley ways between the tidy houses of this picturesque village, nestled among terraced fields under a skyline dominated by Machapuchare and Annapurna South.  Explore the Gurung Traditional Museum and peruse the handicrafts in Eco Trekking Center.

Day 8: Trek from Ghandruk to Nayapul 1010m/3313ft and drive to Pokhara: 2 hours walk and 1 hour drive Breakfast/lunch/dinner

Descending across terraced hillsides to Sauli Bazaar, we stop to enjoy our last great mountain views before completing the final stretch to Nayapul along the Modhi Khola.  Board our private van at Nayapul for the short drive to Pokhara.

Day 9: Drive from Pokhara to Kathmandu: 6 hour drive Breakfast/lunch/dinner

After breakfast, we’ll board our bus bound for Kathmandu, arriving in the evening in time to relax in Thamel and enjoy a farewell dinner.

Day 10: Depart Kathmandu Breakfast

Free time shopping and get transferred to the airport approximately 3 hours ahead of scheduled flight time. Farewell and Namaste

Includes

• Airport pickup and drop off in private vehicle
• Hotel with included breakfast in Kathmandu
• Private transportation and government licensed guide while sightseeing in Kathmandu valley
• Government licensed, experienced trekking guide and porters during trekking
• Insurance for trekking crew (guides and porters)
• All required equipment for trekking crew, kitchen tent, dining tent, and toilet tent
• Accommodations in hotels, tea-houses, or camps during trekking
• Three daily meals while trekking

All required conservation fees and trekking permits (TIMS)

Excludes

• Lunch and dinner while in Kathmandu
• Entrance fees for attractions (UNESCO world heritage sites, museums, etc.) during sightseeing in Kathmandu
• Personal insurance or cost of air rescue in the event of emergency
• Air ticket to and from Nepal from your point of origin