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Classic Ghorepani Poon Hill Trek

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GRADE

Easy

TRIP DURATION

10 Days

BEST SEASON

All Season

Maximum Altitude

3210 Meters

Trip Highlights

180 degree panoramic view of mountains, Rhododendron forest (Blooms during March-April), holi mountain Fishtail, Gurung and Magar settlement.

Overview

Annapurna Ghorepani Poon Hill Trek which is more popularly known as Mini Annapurna Circuit Trek is one of the shortest trekking trails in Annapurna Region. Very few other trekking routes take you through as diverse experiences as this trek does.

September to January and March to May are best season for Ghorepani Poon Hill trek. Not only does Poon hill trek offers best sunrise view in Pokhara but this scenic hill stationwhich is located at 3210m altitude also offers panoramic views of majestic mountains including Annapurna Mountain Range, Dhaulagiri Mountain, Fish Tail Mountain, Manaslu Mountain and other surrounding peaks and mountains. Poon Hill is the highest point that you will conquer in this trek. There is no risk of high altitude sickness and you do not need previous trekking experience to join this trek which makes Ghorepani trekking the best family holiday package.

Awe-inspiring sunrise view from Poon Hill, panoramic views of glistening Dhaulagiri Mountain (8167m), Annapurna I Mountain (8091m), Annapurna II Mountain (7939m), Annapurna III Mountain (7555m), Annapurna South Mountain (7219m),Nilgiri Mountain ( 7041m)and Machhapuchhre Mountain (6998m), traversing colourful rhododendron, orchid and oak forest, plenty of opportunity to witness rare and endangered wildlife, visiting largest Gurung village of Ghandruk and passing through culturally rich villages of Gurung and Magar ethnics are some of the Ghorepani Poonhill trekking highlights.

Tourist Link Treks & Expedition organizes Poon Hill trekking itinerary to be completed in 10 days. We also provide custom tailored Poon hill trek to fit your interest and budget.

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Trip Itinerary of Ghorepani Poon hill

Day 01: Arrival in Kathmandu (1300m)

Day 02: Full Day Kathmandu Sightseeing Tour

Day 03: Drive or fly from Kathmandu to Pokhara (900m) 5 hrs

Day 04: Drive to Nayapul (40min), Trek to Tikhedhunga (1540m) 4hrs

Day 05: Tikhedhunga to Ghorepani(2860m) 5 hrs

Day 06: Ghorepani to Poon Hill (3210m) (1.5 hr) to Tadapani (2630m) 5 hrs

Day 07: Tadapani to Ghandruk (1940m) 4 hrs

Day 08: Trek to Nayapul 3 hrs, Drive to Pokhara (900m) 40 min

Day 09: Drive or fly from Pokhara to Kathmandu 5 hrs

Day 10: International Departure.

Accommodations

Hike and Bike will arrange the hotel accommodation in Kathmandu 3* category and teahouses (Mountain hut) during the trek. All accommodations are on twin-shared basis. Single supplement will be served on request and will cost an additional. However, teahouses in most places only have shared washing and toilet facilities. Also note that single rooms are readily available in Kathmandu and the trekking regions at lower elevation but it might be difficult to find them at higher elevations. Regarding the budget, the hotel accommodation can be upgraded and downgraded in Kathmandu.

Meals

We can enjoy authentic Nepalese food as well the more common international cuisine (Tibetan, Continental, Italian, Indian, etc.) During our trek. Breakfast and dinner will be served from the teahouse menu where we spend the night whereas lunch will be served on the way to the next destination. All meals will be provided during trekking while only breakfast will be available in Kathmandu. There will also be welcome and farewell dinners for guests.

Electricity facilities in trekking lodge

Mostly place they have hydro power line but some place you will have solar power system. You will have battery charging facilities in mostly tea house; for these facilities you may need to pay some money (cost about USD 1 for 1 hour charge).

Detail Itinerary

Day 01: Arrival in Kathmandu (1300m)

Once you arrive at Tribhuvan International Airport of Kathmandu, you need to go through custom formalities. You will find our representative waiting for you with a placard displaying your name. You will be transferred to the three star category hotel in a private vehicle for comfortable stay.

Day 02: Full Day Kathmandu Sightseeing Tour

You will be taken to our office on the next day for documentation work. You will be introduced to your guide and fellow trekking members. The guide will give you briefing regarding Ghorepani Poon Hill Trek itinerary. Enjoy Full Day Guided Kathmandu Sightseeing Tour. The tour begins with visit to Nepal’s holiest Hindu temple of Pashupatinath and continues with visit to Nepal’s largest Buddhist Stupa at Bouddhanath. We will also stop by Nepal’s oldest Swayambhunath Stupa. Our day Tour concludes with visit to Kathmandu Durbar Square.

Day 03: Drive or fly from Kathmandu to Pokhara (900m) 5 hrs

Distance from Kathmandu to Pokhara is 200 km. These two popular cities are linked together by Prithvi Highway. Early in the morning, We will follow the meandering path that offers exquisite views of green hills, Trishuli River and forest. We will reach Pokhara in about 5 hours. You can go for boating in Phewa Lake in the evening and row the boat by yourself to reach the Island Temple of Tal Barahi that exists at the middle of Phewa Lake. Stay overnight in hotel.

Day 04: Drive to Nayapul (40min), Trek to Tikhedhunga (1540m) 4 hrs

Taking breakfast early in the morning, we will take an hour long drive and pass through Lumle village with scenic view of Annapurna at the backdrop to reach Nayapul. Ghorepani Poon Hill Trek begins from Nayapul. We will follow Modi River and pass through settlements of Ramgai and Sudame from where we will choose the escalating path uphill to Hile from where we will proceed to TikheDhunga. Stay overnight in TikheDhunga.

Day 05: Tikhedhunga to Ghorepani (2860m) 5 hrs

We will cross Bhurungdi River and climb stone staircases to the Magar village of Ulleri. We will cross the rhododendron and oak forest and choose ascending path to Nangethati. Climbing further through oak and spruce forest that is rich in wildlife and bird views, we will reach Ghorepani where we will stay overnight.

Day 06: Ghorepani to Poon Hill (3210m) (1.5 hr) to Tadapani (2630m) 5 hrs

1 hour of casual trek will take us to Poon Hill (3210m). We will enjoy the best sunrise view in Pokhara from Poon hill. We will also be rewarded with panoramic views of mountains including Dhaulagiri (8167m), Annapurna I (8091m), Nilgiri (7040m), Annapurna South (7219m),Annapurna II (7937m), Annapurna III (7555m), Annapurna IV (7525m), Hunchuli (6441m), Machhapuchhare (6998m), Tukuche peak (6920m), Dhampus peak (6012m) and other surrounding peaks and mountains. We will return to Ghorepani and pass through pine and juniper forest to Deurali and then we will lower down to Banthati from where we will head towards Tadapani for overnight stay.

Day 07: Tadapani to Ghandruk (1940m) 4 hrs

Leaving Tadapani early in the morning, we will lower down through forest area that offers exquisite views of mountains. We will follow the descending trail all the way to Ghandruk. Ghandruk is the largest Gurung village in the region. We will visit Ghandruk Museum and enjoy the cultural show in the evening. Homestay is available in Ghandruk.

Day 08: Trek to Nayapul 3 hrs, Drive to Pokhara (900m) 40 min

Walking past the terraced fields of Ghandruk, we will lower down through Birethanti village to Nayapul. We will catch a vehicle and return back to Pokhara. You can explore the nearby marketplace to buy souvenir items. Stay overnight in a hotel in Pokhara.

Day 09: Drive or fly from Pokhara to Kathmandu 5 hrs

We will return to Kathmandu on this day. Follow the meandering Prithvi Highway for 5 hours to arrive at Kathmandu. You will be transferred to the hotel for luxurious stay.

Day 10: International Departure

As this is the end of Ghorepani Poon hill trekking, you will be transferred to Airport three hours before your scheduled flight. Safe journey.

Cost Include

Air port pick up and drop by private vehicle.
Hotel in Kathmandu and Pokhara on B/B plan
Land transportation as per itinerary. (Option Kathmandu -Pokhara -Kathmandu flight)
One day guided sightseeing in Kathmandu valley
Teahouse accommodation during trek
Three Meals during trek- breakfast, lunch and dinner
An experienced English speaking trekking guide and required number of porters (1 porter for 2 member)
Salary, Accommodation and Insurance of guide and porters
Trekking Permit, fees and local taxes

Cost Exclude

Personal trekking equipment
Personal Expenses during the trip
Beverage and Drinks
Entrance fee during Kathmandu sightseeing
Emergency Rescue and Travel Insurance
Lunch and dinner during Kathmandu stay.
Tips for staff.
Things not mentioned in Cost Include section.

Note: Any extra costs due to changes in itinerary, beyond the control of organizer such as natural disasters, landslides, flight cancellation, bad weather, strikes, early or delay in arrival or departure and so on.

EQUIPMENT LIST

Long Pants / Shorts
Thermal tops/leggings
Jerseys
Jacket – water, wind proof – warm (down or fiber filled)
Tramping Boots
T-Shirts, underwear.
Track pants – warm comfortable clothing for night
Gloves – warm, wool
Light shoes for night –sneakers or slippers/ug boots, etc
Towel and personal toiletries
Sleeping bag, warm to -20 degrees (down or fiber filled) – (can be rent one in Kathmandu)
Daypack (small, waterproof, for you to carry)
Water bottle 1 L (can purchase in Kathmandu)
Headlamp or flashlight

General Trekking temperature in Spring season; more cold during Autumn.

800- 2000m:
Day: 26 degree selcious
Night: 8 degree Celcious

2000-3000m:
Day: 24 degree Celsious
Night: 4 degree Celsious

3000-4000m:
Day: 20 degree Celsious
Night: minus 4 degree Celcious

4000-5000m:
Day: 19 degree Celcious
Night: minus 8 degree Celcious

Trekking Guide we provide:

English speaking trekking guide, equipped and insured, flexible during the trek, sense of humour and friendly.

Porter we provide (*if needed):

Experienced for high altitude trek, equipped and insured, sense of humour and friendly.
General minimum Tips for Guide and Porter (tipping in Nepal are not obligatory but always trekking staff they hope from you to have tips at the end of the trek and they always do their best make the memorable holiday in Nepal).

Important note:

Travel insurance is mandatory for each member of your group and must include cover of trekking or high alpine insurance, up to 6000m, including helicopter rescue.
Everest Base camp trek is not real adventure trek; but we never know anyone can have health problem anywhere. So, I would like to request you come with good insurance which will even cover helicopter evacuation for in case.

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