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Ghorepani Poon Hill Trekking
|9 Days, 7 Destinations |Starts from Kathmandu
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Duration
9 days

Max Group Size
16

Tour Code
21092024

Tour Type
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Departure Type
Guaranteed

Age Requirement
5 - 75 Ages

Guiding Method
Fully guided

Operated In

Physical level
easy

Tour route map

Kathmandu

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Activities

AdventureEducationalSightseeingHiking & TrekkingPhotographyWalking TourBird watchingSee Itinerary

Tour Overview

Ghorepani Poon Hill Trek is a short, easy, and well-liked trek worldwide. The sunrise view from the Poon hill and the overall view of famous Annapurna I, II, III, and IV make this trek more rated and peculiar. This trek offers you the almost most of the astonishing views of Nepal, including Ghandruk Gurung Village, Ulleri Magar village, Dhaulagiri mountain (8,167m), Annapurna I (8091m), Birethati village, Tikhedhunga, Rhododendron( national flowers of Nepal), Ghorepani, Tadapani, astonishing waterfall, short trek in Annapurna region, Machapuchare (6,993m), and many more.


Your journey starts from Kathmandu to Pokhara by plane or drive. After reaching Pokhara, you will drive to Nayapulu, from where you will start your trek to Poon hill. You will walk through rhododendron forest, bridges, stone staircase, magnificent landscape, paddy fields, dense vegetation, and high range snow-capped mountains during your trek. The duration of your tour depends on the route you choose for your trek. If you start your hike from Kathmandu, it covers a distance of 235km. Likewise, your trek from Pokhara covers a distance of 35.9km. You can choose the days for your hike according to your choice, interest, and the time you have to travel.


Ghorepani Poon hill trek is a short day trek and the perfect trek to explore and understand the beauty of nature. This trek is so easy, so if you are a beginner, you can start your first hike experience with Ghorepani  Poon hill Trek. However, this trek acknowledges the beauty of the nature of Nepal but also offers you to know more about the culture and religion of the Nepali people. On the way to your trek, there are many local stores, hotels, and teashops where you can relax and energize yourself for a further tour. So we can say this trek is very comfortable and easy to plan compared to other treks.

Highlights

  • Drive from Kathmandu to scenic Pokhara
  • Trek through Annapurna's lush landscapes
  • Climb 3000 steps to the village of Ghorepani
  • Witness sunrise over the Himalayas at Poonhill
  • Explore traditional Gurung Museum in Ghandruk

Itinerary

On this day, there will be a representative with your name card who will greet and receive you from the airport. The representative will drive to your addressed hotel form where you can relax for dinner and prepare yourself for the next day.

Early in the morning you will be picked up from your hotel by a private car and drive towards Pokhara. Pokhara is a metropolitan city located at a distance of 200km from Kathmandu a well-liked and famous destination for tourists. Long-range mountains, temples, lakes, rivers, bungee jumping, paragliding and many more thrilling activity which fill your heart with a lot of joy. This is the only place where you can feel the indescribable beauty of nature.

Early in the morning after having your breakfast, you will drive from Pokhara to Nayapul. After a 40-45 minutes drive, you will reach Nayapul from where your trek begins to Tikhehunga. During this trek, you will cross the TIMS checkpoint and the gateway to the Annapurna Conservation Area. Overnight in the hotel of Tikhedhunga and dinner.

Before sunrise, you will start your trek to Ghorepani. This trek will be a little difficult because as you continue your trek from Ulleri stairs where you have to cross 3000 stone steps. During this trek, you will cross through the rhododendron forest, Mongolian trees, Nepal grey langur monkey, and so on. Overnight in the lodge of Ghorepani and recharge yourself for the next day’s trip.

Early in the morning, you start your trek to Poonhill from where you can glimpse the magnificent view of the three Himalayan peaks Dhaulagiri I, Annapurna I, and Manalsu. After a short hike to Poonhill, you will back to your lodge, have your breakfast and again start your trek to Tadapani. This section of the trek feels like a true adventure as our path takes us over stony steps which are surrounded on all sides by thick vegetation and growing vines.

You will start your 4-5 hours trek early in the morning from Tadapani to Ghandruk. After having your Ghandruk you will have incredible views of Fish Tail and Annapurna South once you get in Ghandruk. You can also explore at Gurung Museum in Ghandruk with your trekking guide if there is sufficient time in your hand.

Early in the morning after having your breakfast, you will start your trek from Ghandruk to Nyapul. Everything is downhill so this trek going to be very for you. After a 5-6 hours trek from Ghandruk to Nayapul you will drive back to Pokhara. Overnight and dinner in the hotel of Pokhara.

This is your last day in Pokhara. Early in the morning, you will drive back to Kathmandu for 6-7 hours. You will drop at your addressed hotel from where you can relax after your long trek. In the evening you will also do some shopping in Thamel.

There will be a representative who will come to pick you up according to your flight time. The representative will drive you to the international airport from where you can continue your onwards plan.

Trip includes

Included

Three star category hotel in Kathmandu including breakfast.

Three star category hotel in Pokhara including breakfast.

Standard lodges/teahouses accommodation during the trek.

HotelGuesthouseResort

An experienced english speaking guide and 1 porter for 2 clients. 

Guiding Method
Fully guided

Breakfast in Kathmandu and Pokhara.

Meals (breakfast, lunch & dinner) on trek.

Vegan Vegetarian Meat

Airport transfers charge.

Ground transportation Kathmandu – Pokhara – Kathmandu by tourist bus.

Overland transportation in Pokhara

Coach / BusPrivate Vehicle

Porters (1 porter for each 2 trekkers and a porter carry about 20-22 KG from 2 of you).

All necessary paper work and permits fee.

A comprehensive medical kit.

All government and local taxes.


HEAD
Sun hat or scarf – Light balaclava or warm fleece hat – Sunglasses with UV protection

LOWER BODY
Under Garments – Hiking shorts – Lightweight cotton long pants – Light and expedition weight thermal bottoms – Fleece or wool pants (seasonal) – Waterproof (preferably breathable fabric) shell pants

FEET
Thin, lightweight inner socks – Thick, warm wool hiking socks – Hiking boots with spare laces – Camp shoes (sneakers and/or sandals) Gaiters for hiking in winter to the base camp

UPPER BODY
T-shirts – Light and expedition weight thermal tops – Fleece jacket or pullover – Fleece Wind-Stopper jacket (optional) – Waterproof (preferably breathable fabric) shell jacket – Down vest and/or jacket*

HANDS
Lightweight gloves – Heavyweight gloves or mittens with a waterproof shell outer (seasonal)

ACCESSORIES
Sleeping bag rated to zero degrees centigrade * – Headlamp (e.g. Petzl Zoom) with spare bulbs and batteries – Trekking Bags/Duffel bag * – Basic First Aid Kit – Large plastic bags – for keeping items dry inside trek bag – Daypack (approximately 2500 to 3000 cubic inches) – Trekking Poles – Water bottle (2) or camel bag – Toiletries (Small wash towel, Toilet papers, etc) – Ear Plug (who know some people on group are snoring)

TOILETRIES
1 medium-sized quick-drying towel – Toothbrush/paste (preferably biodegradable) – Multipurpose soap (preferably biodegradable) – Deodorants – Nail clippers – Face and body moisturizer – Personal / Feminine hygiene products – Small mirror

EXTRAS/LUXURIES
Binoculars – Reading book – Trail Map/Guide book – Journal & Pen – Walkman – Pencils and small notebooks – Travel games i.e. chess, backgammon

Excluded

Kathmandu - Pokhara - Kathmandu flight with costing EURO 210 per person.

Your travel insurance is not included.

Nepal entry visa fee (you may easily issue the visa upon your arrival at Tribhuvan International Airport – Kathmandu).

Your Travel insurance (compulsory).

Meals (lunch & dinner in Kathmandu & Pokhara).

Your personal expenses, drink water, hot and cold drinks & bar bills.

Laundry, telephone, hot shower & internet charge.

Tips for the guide and porters.

Anything not mentioned in included section.

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