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Ghorepani Poon Hill Trek

Key Points

Start At

Pokhara

Duration

9 Days

Trekking Grade

Easy to Moderate

Accommodation

Tea house / Lodge

Max. Altitude

3,210 m (Poon Hill)

Activity

Trekking

Meals

B.L.D

Best Season

Spring (Mar–May) & Autumn (Sep–Nov)

End At

Pokhara

Trip Overview

The Ghorepani Poon Hill Trek is one of Nepal’s most popular and rewarding short treks, perfect for beginners and travelers with limited time. This scenic journey takes you through the lower Annapurna region, offering stunning mountain views, rich culture, and diverse landscapes.

Starting from Pokhara, the trail passes through charming villages, terraced farmlands, and dense rhododendron forests before reaching Ghorepani. The highlight of the trek is an early morning hike to Poon Hill (3,210m), where you will witness a breathtaking sunrise over the Annapurna and Dhaulagiri ranges.

This trek is ideal for all age groups and offers a perfect blend of natural beauty, cultural experience, and moderate adventure.

Highlights

  • Sunrise view from Poon Hill (3,210m)

  • Panoramic views of Annapurna & Dhaulagiri ranges

  • Walk through rhododendron forests (especially beautiful in spring)

  • Experience Gurung & Magar culture and villages

  • Short and scenic trek suitable for beginners

  • Well-developed trails and comfortable tea houses

  • Diverse landscapes from subtropical to alpine

Itinerary

Day 1: Arrival in Kathmandu (1,400 m)
Arrive in Kathmandu, the capital city of Nepal. After airport pickup, transfer to your hotel and rest. In the evening, attend a detailed trek briefing with your guide. This day is for preparation, permit verification, and final gear checking before starting the trek.

Starting Point: Tribhuvan International Airport, Kathmandu
Ending Point: Hotel in Kathmandu
Duration: 30–40 minutes transfer
Total Distance: 6 km

Important Notes:

  • Airport pickup included
  • Trek briefing and orientation
  • Check trekking permits
  • Rest and acclimatize
  • Explore Thamel area (optional)

Day 2: Drive Kathmandu → Pokhara (820 m)
Travel to Pokhara, a beautiful lakeside city and gateway to the Annapurna region. Enjoy scenic views of hills, rivers, and countryside landscapes during the drive. After arrival, relax near Phewa Lake and prepare for the trekking journey.

Starting Point: Kathmandu
Ending Point: Pokhara
Duration: 6–7 hours (Drive) / 25 min flight
Total Distance: 200 km

Important Notes:

  • Scenic highway drive
  • Flight option available
  • Relax in Pokhara
  • Prepare trekking bags
  • Overnight in hotel
Day 3: Drive Pokhara → Nayapul → Trek to Tikhedhunga (1,540 m)
Drive to Nayapul and begin trekking through villages and riverside trails. Walk past terraced fields and local settlements. The trail gradually ascends to Tikhedhunga, marking the official start of the trekking adventure.

Starting Point: Pokhara
Ending Point: Tikhedhunga
Duration: 4–5 hours trek + 1.5 hrs drive
Total Distance: 9 km

Important Notes:

  • Start trekking journey
  • Moderate walking trail
  • Cross suspension bridges
  • Gradual elevation gain
  • Stay in tea house
Day 4: Trek Tikhedhunga → Ghorepani (2,860 m)
A challenging uphill walk with stone steps leads to Ghorepani village. The trail passes through beautiful rhododendron forests. As altitude increases, mountain views become clearer, offering glimpses of Annapurna and Dhaulagiri ranges.

Starting Point: Tikhedhunga
Ending Point: Ghorepani
Duration: 5–6 hours
Total Distance: 10 km

Important Notes:

  • Steep stone stair trail
  • Dense forest walk
  • Rhododendron scenery
  • Mountain views appear
  • Proper hydration needed

Day 5: Hike Ghorepani → Poon Hill → Tadapani (2,630 m)
Early morning hike to Poon Hill for sunrise views over Annapurna and Dhaulagiri ranges. After enjoying the spectacular panorama, return to Ghorepani and continue trekking to Tadapani through beautiful forest trails.

Starting Point: Ghorepani
Ending Point: Tadapani
Duration: 6–7 hours
Total Distance: 11 km

Important Notes:

  • Early sunrise hike
  • Best mountain photography
  • Carry warm clothes
  • Moderate downhill trail
  • Stunning Himalayan views

Day 6: Trek Tadapani → Ghandruk (1,940 m)
Trek through forests and descend to Ghandruk, one of the most beautiful Gurung villages. Enjoy traditional houses, local culture, and close views of Machhapuchhre mountain.

Starting Point: Tadapani
Ending Point: Ghandruk
Duration: 3–4 hours
Total Distance: 6 km

Important Notes:

  • Cultural village visit
  • Easy downhill walk
  • Explore local museum
  • Mountain views
  • Comfortable lodge stay

Day 7: Trek Ghandruk → Nayapul → Drive to Pokhara
Descend to Nayapul while enjoying scenic landscapes. After completing the trek section, drive back to Pokhara for rest and relaxation.

Starting Point: Ghandruk
Ending Point: Pokhara
Duration: 4–5 hours trek + 1.5 hrs drive
Total Distance: 8 km

Important Notes:

  • Trek completion point
  • Easy descent trail
  • Lunch en route
  • Drive to Pokhara
  • Hotel accommodation

Day 8: Pokhara Free Day
Enjoy a leisure day in Pokhara. Visit lakeside attractions, relax at Phewa Lake, or explore caves and viewpoints. This is a recovery and sightseeing day.

Starting Point: Pokhara
Ending Point: Pokhara
Duration: Full day
Total Distance: Local sightseeing

Important Notes:

  • Rest day
  • Optional sightseeing
  • Boating available
  • Explore local markets
  • Prepare for return

Day 9: Drive Pokhara → Kathmandu
Return to Kathmandu via scenic highway. Enjoy final views of hills and rivers. Transfer to hotel upon arrival.

Starting Point: Pokhara
Ending Point: Kathmandu
Duration: 6–7 hours
Total Distance: 200 km

Important Notes:

  • Comfortable drive
  • Mountain scenery
  • Hotel check-in
  • Free evening
  • Trip reflection
Day 10–13: Buffer / Cultural Exploration Days (Optional)
These days can be used for cultural tours, shopping, or optional sightseeing in Kathmandu Valley including heritage sites and local markets.

Starting Point: Kathmandu
Ending Point: Kathmandu
Duration: Flexible
Total Distance: Local travel

Important Notes:

  • Optional sightseeing
  • Heritage exploration
  • Shopping time
  • Rest days
  • Flexible schedule
Day 14: Final Departure
After completing the trek, transfer to the airport for your departure. Our team ensures smooth and safe transportation to the airport.

Starting Point: Hotel in Kathmandu
Ending Point: Tribhuvan International Airport
Duration: 30–40 minutes transfer
Total Distance: 6 km

Important Notes:

  • Airport transfer included
  • Check flight time
  • Arrive early
  • Farewell assistance
  • End of service

Itinerary Details :

Day 1: Arrival in Kathmandu (1,400 m)
Arrive in Kathmandu, the capital city of Nepal. After airport pickup, transfer to your hotel and rest. In the evening, attend a detailed trek briefing with your guide. This day is for preparation, permit verification, and final gear checking before starting the trek.

Starting Point: Tribhuvan International Airport, Kathmandu
Ending Point: Hotel in Kathmandu
Duration: 30–40 minutes transfer
Total Distance: 6 km

Important Notes:

  • Airport pickup included
  • Trek briefing and orientation
  • Check trekking permits
  • Rest and acclimatize
  • Explore Thamel area (optional)

Day 2: Drive Kathmandu → Pokhara (820 m)
Travel to Pokhara, a beautiful lakeside city and gateway to the Annapurna region. Enjoy scenic views of hills, rivers, and countryside landscapes during the drive. After arrival, relax near Phewa Lake and prepare for the trekking journey.

Starting Point: Kathmandu
Ending Point: Pokhara
Duration: 6–7 hours (Drive) / 25 min flight
Total Distance: 200 km

Important Notes:

  • Scenic highway drive
  • Flight option available
  • Relax in Pokhara
  • Prepare trekking bags
  • Overnight in hotel
Day 3: Drive Pokhara → Nayapul → Trek to Tikhedhunga (1,540 m)
Drive to Nayapul and begin trekking through villages and riverside trails. Walk past terraced fields and local settlements. The trail gradually ascends to Tikhedhunga, marking the official start of the trekking adventure.

Starting Point: Pokhara
Ending Point: Tikhedhunga
Duration: 4–5 hours trek + 1.5 hrs drive
Total Distance: 9 km

Important Notes:

  • Start trekking journey
  • Moderate walking trail
  • Cross suspension bridges
  • Gradual elevation gain
  • Stay in tea house
Day 4: Trek Tikhedhunga → Ghorepani (2,860 m)
A challenging uphill walk with stone steps leads to Ghorepani village. The trail passes through beautiful rhododendron forests. As altitude increases, mountain views become clearer, offering glimpses of Annapurna and Dhaulagiri ranges.

Starting Point: Tikhedhunga
Ending Point: Ghorepani
Duration: 5–6 hours
Total Distance: 10 km

Important Notes:

  • Steep stone stair trail
  • Dense forest walk
  • Rhododendron scenery
  • Mountain views appear
  • Proper hydration needed

Day 5: Hike Ghorepani → Poon Hill → Tadapani (2,630 m)
Early morning hike to Poon Hill for sunrise views over Annapurna and Dhaulagiri ranges. After enjoying the spectacular panorama, return to Ghorepani and continue trekking to Tadapani through beautiful forest trails.

Starting Point: Ghorepani
Ending Point: Tadapani
Duration: 6–7 hours
Total Distance: 11 km

Important Notes:

  • Early sunrise hike
  • Best mountain photography
  • Carry warm clothes
  • Moderate downhill trail
  • Stunning Himalayan views

Day 6: Trek Tadapani → Ghandruk (1,940 m)
Trek through forests and descend to Ghandruk, one of the most beautiful Gurung villages. Enjoy traditional houses, local culture, and close views of Machhapuchhre mountain.

Starting Point: Tadapani
Ending Point: Ghandruk
Duration: 3–4 hours
Total Distance: 6 km

Important Notes:

  • Cultural village visit
  • Easy downhill walk
  • Explore local museum
  • Mountain views
  • Comfortable lodge stay

Day 7: Trek Ghandruk → Nayapul → Drive to Pokhara
Descend to Nayapul while enjoying scenic landscapes. After completing the trek section, drive back to Pokhara for rest and relaxation.

Starting Point: Ghandruk
Ending Point: Pokhara
Duration: 4–5 hours trek + 1.5 hrs drive
Total Distance: 8 km

Important Notes:

  • Trek completion point
  • Easy descent trail
  • Lunch en route
  • Drive to Pokhara
  • Hotel accommodation

Day 8: Pokhara Free Day
Enjoy a leisure day in Pokhara. Visit lakeside attractions, relax at Phewa Lake, or explore caves and viewpoints. This is a recovery and sightseeing day.

Starting Point: Pokhara
Ending Point: Pokhara
Duration: Full day
Total Distance: Local sightseeing

Important Notes:

  • Rest day
  • Optional sightseeing
  • Boating available
  • Explore local markets
  • Prepare for return

Day 9: Drive Pokhara → Kathmandu
Return to Kathmandu via scenic highway. Enjoy final views of hills and rivers. Transfer to hotel upon arrival.

Starting Point: Pokhara
Ending Point: Kathmandu
Duration: 6–7 hours
Total Distance: 200 km

Important Notes:

  • Comfortable drive
  • Mountain scenery
  • Hotel check-in
  • Free evening
  • Trip reflection
Day 10–13: Buffer / Cultural Exploration Days (Optional)
These days can be used for cultural tours, shopping, or optional sightseeing in Kathmandu Valley including heritage sites and local markets.

Starting Point: Kathmandu
Ending Point: Kathmandu
Duration: Flexible
Total Distance: Local travel

Important Notes:

  • Optional sightseeing
  • Heritage exploration
  • Shopping time
  • Rest days
  • Flexible schedule
Day 14: Final Departure
After completing the trek, transfer to the airport for your departure. Our team ensures smooth and safe transportation to the airport.

Starting Point: Hotel in Kathmandu
Ending Point: Tribhuvan International Airport
Duration: 30–40 minutes transfer
Total Distance: 6 km

Important Notes:

  • Airport transfer included
  • Check flight time
  • Arrive early
  • Farewell assistance
  • End of service

Package Include

  • Airport pick-up and drop-off

  • Hotel accommodation in Kathmandu & Pokhara

  • Tea house/lodge accommodation during trek

  • Three meals a day (Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner) during trekking

  • Professional government-licensed trekking guide

  • Porter service (1 porter for 2 trekkers)

  • Annapurna Conservation Area Permit (ACAP) & TIMS card

  • All ground transportation (Kathmandu–Pokhara–trek start/end)

  • First aid kit and basic medical support

  • All government taxes and service charges

Package Exclude

  • International airfare

  • Nepal visa fees

  • Travel insurance

  • Personal trekking equipment

  • Drinks, snacks, and personal expenses

  • Hot shower, Wi-Fi, and charging fees during trek

  • Tips for guide and porter

  • Emergency rescue and evacuation costs

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