Ghorepani Poon-Hill Trekking
Ghorepani Poon Hill Trekking- a short circuit Nepal trekking package encompasses the foothill of Annapurna and Fishtail mountains. To north of beautiful lake city Pokhara
Trip at a Glance
Ghorepani Poon Hill Trekking- a short circuit Nepal trekking package encompasses the foothill of Annapurna and Fishtail mountains. To north of beautiful lake city Pokhara, this trek will extend through some of best hill stations, vegetation, settlements, mountains views and landscapes. Annapurna massive, eye appealing sunrise and beautiful Gurung villages are typical beauties of this entire arena. This is an easy trek, suitable for every fitness level. Join us, we are offering some of best planned hiking in the world.
Besides of walking in Himalayan trail, this trip also reflects cultural faces of Kathmandu and Ghandruk village. Trek starts from Nayapul and expands though forests and ethnic villages Tikhedunga (1,540m), Ulleri (2,020m), Ghorepani (2,860m) and Ghandruk( 1,940m). These places are mostly inhabited by Tamang, Magar and Gurung peoples. Poon Hill (3,210m) is highest point of this trek, which offers spectacular view of more than 15 towering peaks including Mt Dhaulagiri (8,167m), Annapurna I (8,091m), Fishtail (6,993m), Nilgiri, and Hiunchuli.
Adventure Himalayan is a tailor-made travel operator. We can redesign itinerary in every possible way. So, if this doesn’t suit you, please feel free to contact us.
Day 01: Arrival in Kathmandu (1,338m)
Day 02: Kathmandu sightseeing tour
Day 03: Drive from Kathmandu to Pokhara (827m)
Day 04: Drive to Nayapul and trek to Tikhedhunga (1,540m)
Day 05: Trek from Tikhedhunga to Ghorepani (2,860m)
Day 06: Hike up to Poon Hill (3,210m) and trek to Tadapani (2,610m)
Day 07: Trek from Tadapani to Ghandruk (1940m)
Day 08: Trek to Nayapul and drive to Pokhara
Day 09: Drive back to Kathmandu
Day 10: Final departure transfer
Detail Itinerary
Day 01: Arrival in Kathmandu (1,338m)
Upon your arrival, a representative from Adventure Himalayan welcomes you at the arrival gate of Tribhuvan international airport, Kathmandu. Then you’ll be taken to a chosen hotel in downtown of Kathmandu. At evening there will be a welcome dinner at a traditional Nepali restaurant where you can enjoy Nepali cultural dance presentation as well.
Meal: Breakfast
Day 02: Kathmandu sightseeing tour
Today we are going to explore some of sacred places within Kathmandu city. A professional city guide will escort us to UNESCO heritages in cultural aspects such as Swoyambhunath, Kathmandu Durbar square, Boudhanath and Pashupatinath. These destinations signify practices of Buddhism, Hinduism and also the living deity.
Meal: Breakfast
Day 03: Drive from Kathmandu to Pokhara (827m)
After having breakfast, start driving journey to Pokhara. It is 200km distance through snaky highway, stunning landscapes, rivers, forests and human settlements. Upon reaching to Pokhara, visit around Lakeside city and local market. Stay overnight in hotel.
Meal: Breakfast
Driving time: 6-7 hours
Day 04: Drive to Nayapul and trek to Tikhedhunga (1,540m)
Drive along the zigzag road to Nayapul (1,070m) - trek starting point. This trip offers scenic view of Annapurna conservation area. At Nayapul, be ready with crew members and begin trek along the bank of Modi Khola, heading to Birethanti (1,025m). Further, we continue by muddy road till to the village of Hile (1,460m). Hereafter we’ll reach to Tikhedhunga (1,540m) for overnight stop.
Meal: Breakfast, lunch and Dinner
Driving time: 1hour 30 mintes
Trekking time: 4 hours
Day 05: Trek from Tikhedhunga to Ghorepani (2,860m)
Today we’ll start with steep climb to the village of Ulleri (2,020m). Furthermore, trail extends through thick forest of oak and rhododendron trees. Banthanti and Nangethanti are two small villages where we can stop for tea and lunch. Consequently, it is a couple of hours walk to Ghorepani, where are going to stop tonight. This is a big beautiful Magar village straight facing to Annapurna Mountains.
Meal: Breakfast, lunch and Dinner
Trekking time: 5 hours
Day 06: Hike up to Poon Hill (3,210m) and trek to Tadapani (2,610m)
Today is the highlight of Ghorepani Poon-Hill Trekking. Early in the morning hike to the excellent hill top Poon-Hill (3,210m). Poon-Hill offers some of finest view of massive Annapurna Mountains including Annapurna I (8,091m), Dhaulagiri (8,167m), Fishtail (6,441m), Annapurna south (7,219m), Hiunchuli (6,441m) and Gangapurna (7,455m). Enjoy appealing sunrise over these snow covered peaks and hike back to Ghorepani.
After having breakfast, we’ll again continue trekking towards Tadapani. In the beginning trail goes uphill, while it drops around midway and again rises towards end.
Meal: Breakfast, lunch and Dinner
Trekking time: 5 hours
Day 07: Trek from Tadapani to Ghandruk (1940m)
Today we’ll make short downhill trek to Ghandruk village. This route is though the dense forest with large species of flora and fauna. Explore them and continue to big Gurung settlement of Ghandruk. Well-preserved cultural lifestyle, traditional housing pattern and unique hospitality have made it a well known community tourism destination in Nepal.
Meal: Breakfast, lunch and Dinner
Trekking time: 3-4 hours
Day 08: Trek to Nayapul and drive to Pokhara
After breakfast, we’ll walk all the way downhill to Nayapul where our trekking journey completes. In around 4 hours trek, we’ll get to see local villages, terraced farm, forests and mountains to the far. From Nayapul drive back to Pokhara and stay overnight.
Meal: Breakfast and Lunch
Trekking time: 4 hours
Driving time: 1 hour 30 minurtes
Day 09: Drive back to Kathmandu
At 7 in the morning, catch a selected tourist bus and drive back to Kathmandu. It’ll take around 7 hours to reach to Kathmandu. Upon arrival, check in to your hotel and utilize rest of time in exploring around the city or do some last minute shopping. Overnight Kathmandu.
Meal: Breakfast
Driving time: 7 hours
Day 10: Final departure transfer
Our Ghorepani Poon Hill Trekking tip comes to an end today. We want you to share your experience with us. Approximately three hours before your scheduled flight, transfer to airport and fly to your onward destination.
Meal: Breakfast
What is included?
Includes:
- All ground transfer as per stated in itinerary
- Hotel accommodation in Kathmandu and Pokhara on BB basis
- Lodge-lodge accommodation during trekking
- Breakfast, lunch and dinner during trekking
- Kathmandu sightseeing tour by professional city guide
- National Park entry fee
- TIMS (Trekkers’ Information Management System) fee
- Monuments entry fees
- English speaking trekking guide
- Porters (2 trekkers= 1 porters)
- All government procedures
- Welcome dinner
Excludes:
- Nepal Visa fee
- Lunch and dinner in cities except welcome dinner
- Travel insurance
- International flight charge
- Expenses of personal interests (bar, laundry, telephone bill etc.)
- Tips