Ghorepani Poon hill trek is best suited for traveling enthusiasts who wish to see the mighty mountains up close avoiding the risk of altitude sickness. The stony steps that run uphill and downhill throughout make this trekking route easier as compared to other routes of the same region. The gems of this trekking route are the picturesque landscapes, serene villages and the array of snowcapped mountains like Dhaulagiri range, Annapurna range, Gangapurna, Lamjung Himal, Nilgiri, Tukuche Peak, Hiunchuli, and Manaslu ranges. The sunrise and sunsets from Poon Hill are a treat to eyes and a reward to the aching muscles.
Highlights of Ghorepani Poonhill Trek
- You get to walk on the moderate trails for short days
- You will catch the mesmerizing views of the ever-smiling snow-covered peaks
- Walk past the forests of rhododendrons, magnolia, and other wild floras and faunas
- Visit the ethnic museums in Ghandruk
- You can wear the typical Gurung dresses and click pictures as well
- Amazing hospitality and comfortable tea houses
- Stunning closer views of Annapurna, Machhapuchhre, and Dhaulagiri ranges
- Walk across the never-ending stony stairs
- Enjoy the 360-degree views of Annapurna, Dhaulagiri, Lamjung Himal, Gangapurna, and Manaslu ranges
utline Itinerary
- Day 01: Arrive at KTM (Pick up and transferred to hotel, trip briefing later at evening )
- Day 02: Kathmandu to Pokhara ( drive 6-7 hours)
- Day 03: Pokhara to Nayapul (1 hour drive), Nayapul to Tikhedhunga (1623 m) 4-5 hours Trek
- Day 04: Trek to Ghorepani (2870 m ) 6-7 hours
- Day 05: Sunrise over Poonhill ( 3210 m) and trek to Tadapani (2620 m) 6-7 hours
- Day 06: Tadapani (2620 m) to Ghandruk (2012 m) 2-3 hours
- Day 07: Ghandruk (2012 m) to Nayapul and drive to Pokhara
- Day 08: Pokhara to Kathmandu ( drive 6-7 hours)
- Day 09: Departure
• Airport Pick up and Drop off to/from hotel
• Breakfast in Kathmandu and Pokhara
• Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner throughout rest of the trek
• Triple or double sharing hotel accommodation in Kathmandu city and throughout the trek
• English speaking local guide (additional assistant guide for a larger group)
• Personal porter (Will carry up to 15 Kgs per person)
• Complete medical and life insurance for porters and guides
• Trekkers’ Information Management Systems (TIMS) Card
• High-altitude sub-zero sleeping bag (Hygienically cleaned)
• Oxygen cylinder, emergency medicine, and first-aid kit
• Storeroom facility in Kathmandu if you have additional luggage not required for your trek
Exclusions
• Water or any kind of drinks
• Nepal entry visa ($40 for foreign trekkers | not needed for Indian citizens)
• Medical and evacuation expenses in unforeseen circumstances
• Travel insurance (although you can get one for additional cost)
• Unforeseen costs (cancelation, rescheduling, extra accommodation) due to any circumstances
• Any kind of personal expenses
• Anything that is not covered in the “inclusion” segment