At a Glance

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Trip Code GPT011
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Trip Style Trekking | Hiking Holidays
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Duration 11 Days
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Maximum Altitude 3,210m
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Trip Start Kathmandu |Airport
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Trip End Kathmandu |Airport
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Transport Private
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Price US$ 1199 per person

Trip Overview

Ghorepani Poonhill trek is a fantastic week-long adventure in the Annapurna region of Nepal. This trek is perfect for those who want to experience the beauty of Nepal’s mountains while staying in comfortable family-run tea house lodges. As you walk along the Ghorepani Poonhill trek, you’ll pass through beautiful mountain scenery, charming villages where the Gurung people live, and lush rhododendron forests filled with birds. You’ll also explore deep, tropical valleys, all while being surrounded by the stunning Annapurna mountain range and the striking Machapuchare (Fish Tail Peak), which is also a part of the route to the Annapurna Base Camp trek.

The highlight of the Ghorepani Poonhill trek is the early morning climb up Poon Hill. Here, you can witness one of the most breathtaking mountain views on earth. As the sun rises, it lights up the snow-covered peaks of the Himalayas, including the impressive Dhaulagiri (8,167 meters) and Annapurna (8,091 meters), along with many other majestic peaks that slowly come into view. This magical experience is a must-see for nature lovers.

The trek begins in Pokhara, and you’ll only need to carry a small daypack. You can walk at your own pace, and each day involves trekking for about 5-6 hours. You can also try Langtang trek.

Why the Ghorepani Poonhill Trek is Known as the Best Short Trek in the Himalayas?

  • Relatively Easy: Ideal for those looking for a shorter trek that doesn’t require extreme physical fitness.
  • Scenic Beauty: Offers stunning, panoramic views of the Annapurna Range and other majestic peaks.
  • Proximity to 8,000-Meter Peaks: Provides close-up views of some of the world’s highest mountains, including Annapurna and Dhaulagiri.
  • Accessible: Easily reachable from Pokhara by bus or flight, making it convenient to start and complete the trek.
  • Charming Villages: Passes through beautiful villages inhabited by the Gurung people, allowing for a rich cultural experience.
  • Lakeside Exploration: Start or end your trek in the picturesque lakeside city of Pokhara.
  • Panoramic Sunrise: Enjoy breathtaking sunrise views from Poon Hill, one of the trek’s highlights.
  • Comfortable Lodging: Stay in family-run tea house lodges along the way, providing comfort and local hospitality.
  • Dense Rhododendron Forests: Trek through lush, bird-filled rhododendron forests, adding to the trek’s natural beauty.
  • Cultural Heritage: Opportunity to explore heritage sites in Kathmandu before or after the trek.

Trip Highlights

  • One of the most popular and relatively easy treks in Nepal.
  • Stunning sunrise views from Poon Hill, featuring panoramic vistas of the Himalayas.
  • Explore the picturesque lakeside area in Pokhara.
  • Breathtaking views of the Annapurna Range.
  • Immerse yourself in the rich culture and traditions of the Gurung people.
  • Experience beautiful mountain scenery and charming villages along the trek.
  • Visit historic heritage sites in Kathmandu.

At a Glance

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Trip Code GPT011
Trekking Team Group Trip Style
Trip Style Trekking | Hiking Holidays
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Duration 11 Days
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Maximum Altitude 3,210m
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Trip Start Kathmandu |Airport
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Trip End Kathmandu |Airport
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Transport Private
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Price US$ 1199 per person

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Departure from home

Day 01

Arrival and transfer to hotel

Upon arriving at Tribhuvan International Airport in Kathmandu, you will be warmly welcomed by our representative. After a traditional greeting, you’ll be taken to your hotel, where you’ll receive a brief overview of your tour package. In the evening, savor a delightful traditional Nepali dinner as part of your welcome experience.

Trekking Team Group Accomodation
Accommodation Hotel
Trekking Team Group Meals
Meals D
Day 02

Kathmandu sightseeing

After enjoying breakfast at your hotel, you’ll embark on a sightseeing tour of Kathmandu Valley. Your first stop will be the renowned Swayambhunath Stupa, also known as the Monkey Temple. Perched on a hill, this ancient stupa offers breathtaking views of the mountains and the Kathmandu Valley. It’s a significant site for both Buddhists and tourists, with its striking white dome and glittering golden spire visible from afar.

Next, you’ll visit Pashupatinath Temple, a major Hindu pilgrimage site dedicated to Lord Shiva. This famous temple, one of the most revered in the Indian Subcontinent, features a crematorium where rituals are performed to transform the dead into ashes.

Finally, you’ll explore the captivating Patan Durbar Square, a stunning example of traditional Nepalese architecture. This historic square is filled with centuries-old temples and palaces, showcasing the rich cultural heritage of the region.

Trekking Team Group Accomodation
Accommodation Hotel
Trekking Team Group Meals
Meals B
Day 03

Kathmandu to Pokhara (850m/2788ft)

After breakfast, you’ll drive to the charming town of Pokhara in western Nepal by private car. The journey is picturesque, following the scenic Trisuli and Marsyangdi river valleys. Upon reaching Pokhara, check into your hotel and take in the fresh air and stunning views of the surrounding mountains.

In the afternoon, you’ll take a boat ride on Phewa Lake, where you can marvel at the magnificent Annapurna mountain range. The reflections of the snow-capped peaks shimmering on the calm lake are truly breathtaking. The Annapurna range is renowned for having one of the most beautiful mountain panoramas in the world.

As the day winds down, enjoy a sunset by the lake and have dinner at one of the popular lakeside restaurants.

Trekking Team Group Accomodation
Accommodation Hotel
Trekking Team Group Meals
Meals B
Trekking Team Group Time
Time 7-8 Hrs
Trekking Team Group Distance
Distance 200km
Day 04

Drive to Nayapool & trek to Ulleri (2050m/6725ft)

After breakfast, you’ll take a 1.5-hour drive to Nayapul, where the trek begins, using a private vehicle. From Nayapul, you’ll trek to Tikhedhunga along a pleasant dirt road beside a beautiful stream. At the start of the trek, you’ll get glimpses of the Himalayan peaks, but for most of the day, you’ll enjoy the stunning green mountains and local villages.

The latter part of the trek will be more challenging, as you’ll need to climb 3,000 stone steps. The trail crosses a suspension bridge over a stream, and then you’ll ascend steeply to Ulleri, a village of the Magar community. We’re staying here to make the next day easier by avoiding excessive steps and minimizing the risk of altitude sickness.

Trekking Team Group Accomodation
Accommodation Lodge
Trekking Team Group Meals
Meals B L D
Trekking Team Group Time
Time 7 Hrs
Trekking Team Group Distance
Distance 13km
Trekking Team Group Ascent
Ascent 1050m
Day 05

Trek to Ghorepani (2850m/9350ft)

From Ulleri, you’ll continue your trek along stone steps, passing through villages, meadows, farmland, and rhododendron forests. If you’re interested in bird-watching, you might spot various species such as redstarts, kingfishers, dippers, and forktails along the way.

As you progress, you’ll pass through Banthanti and Nangethanti before finally reaching Ghorepani. From Ghorepani, you’ll be rewarded with stunning views of the Dhaulagiri I, Annapurna I, Tukuche, Nilgiri, Hiuchuli, and Tarke Kang mountains.

Trekking Team Group Accomodation
Accommodation Lodge
Trekking Team Group Meals
Meals B L D
Trekking Team Group Time
Time 6 Hrs
Trekking Team Group Distance
Distance 9 km
Trekking Team Group Ascent
Ascent 800m
Day 06

Sunrise at Poonhill (3210m/10531ft) & trek to Tadapani (2630m/8628ft)

Wake up early today and trek about 400 meters uphill to Poon Hill, which takes around 45 minutes. From here, you’ll enjoy a breathtaking sunrise over the Annapurna range. Watch as the mountain peaks change from soft pink to shimmering gold as the sun rises in the clear blue sky. Out of the world’s fourteen peaks over 8,000 meters, eight are in Nepal, and you can see two of them from this spot if the weather is clear.

Afterward, return to the hotel for breakfast, and then trek on to Tadapani. You’ll stay overnight at a lodge there.

Trekking Team Group Accomodation
Accommodation Lodge
Trekking Team Group Meals
Meals B L D
Trekking Team Group Time
Time 5-6 Hrs
Trekking Team Group Distance
Distance 13 km
Trekking Team Group Ascent
Ascent 200m
Trekking Team Group Descent
Descent 400m
Day 07

Trek to Chhomrung (2170m/7120ft)

The trail begins with a descent through a forest filled with the sounds of chirping birds. After about 45 minutes of walking downhill, the path becomes quite steep as you descend through terraced fields to Kimrung Khola. Cross the suspension bridge here and continue walking to Gurjung.

From Gurjung, the trail ascends for 45 minutes before leading you straight to Chhomrung. In Chhomrung, you’ll be treated to stunning views of the Fishtail, Annapurna South, and Hiuchuli mountains. We’ll enjoy exploring this beautiful village tonight.

Trekking Team Group Accomodation
Accommodation Lodge
Trekking Team Group Meals
Meals B L D
Trekking Team Group Time
Time 5-6 hrs
Trekking Team Group Distance
Distance 13 km
Trekking Team Group Ascent
Ascent 200m
Trekking Team Group Descent
Descent 660m
Day 08

Trek to Tolka (1700m/5570ft)

From Chhomrong you  will  trek down to Jhinu  and if you have energy still we can trek down to river for another 30 minutes and take a hotspring bath and trek all the way to Tolkha. It will  be a bit longer day because  including the hotspring, however if you prefer to change your itinerary a bit that can be also manage on the spot.

Trekking Team Group Accomodation
Accommodation Lodge
Trekking Team Group Meals
Meals B L D
Trekking Team Group Time
Time 6-7 hrs
Trekking Team Group Distance
Distance 14km
Trekking Team Group Ascent
Ascent 250m
Trekking Team Group Descent
Descent 720m
Day 09

Trek to Pokhara

After breakfast, start your trek with a gradual uphill climb to Deurali, where you’ll be rewarded with stunning views, including that of Dhaulagiri. From Deurali, the trail gradually descends to Pothana and continues to Dhampus, where we’ll stop for lunch.

After lunch, trek for about 1.5 hours to the road, where our car will be waiting to transfer you to your hotel in Pokhara. Once there, you can enjoy a hot shower and relax by the lake in the evening, savoring delicious food and music.

Trekking Team Group Accomodation
Accommodation Lodge
Trekking Team Group Meals
Meals B L
Trekking Team Group Time
Time 7Hrs
Trekking Team Group Distance
Distance 20Km
Trekking Team Group Ascent
Ascent 350
Trekking Team Group Descent
Descent 1350m
Day 10

Fly to Kathmandu

Fly from Pokhara to Kathmandu enjoying panoramic mountain views. Spend the rest of the day sightseeing, exploring, shopping or just relaxing in Kathmandu’s numerous cafés and roof-top restaurants celebrating your achievements.

Trekking Team Group Accomodation
Accommodation Hotel
Trekking Team Group Meals
Meals B
Trekking Team Group Time
Time 30 min
Day 11

Drive to Airport for Return flight

Your final day in Kathmandu is yours to enjoy as you please. Many people use this time for shopping or exploring the city’s cultural sites. Our local guide can provide recommendations for the best shops and attractions. In the evening, we’ll bid you farewell, and our airport representative will accompany you to the airport.

Trekking Team Group Meals
Meals B
Back to home

Cost Include

  • Airport pick up and drop
  • Welcome dinner
  • All sightseeing trip as mentioned
  • All entry fees during sightseeing
  • All Hotel accommodation
  • All Transport on Private Coach
  • 3 meals during trek
  • Pokhara valley tour
  • Tims Permit
  • National Park Permit

Cost Exclude

  • Lunch and dinner in the city
  • Drinks and bar bill
  • Tipping
  • Personal Insurance
  • Other things not mentioned
  • Mountain flight US$ 204 per person
  • Nepalese Visa

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The Following dates and prices are LAND ONLY itinerary joining in Kathmandu. Please make your own flight arrangements. If you need some help to arrange an international flight, we can suggest you some agents who are specialized on ticketing.

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Additional Information

This is ADVENTURE travel, and many of the destinations on this site are in remote, underdeveloped areas where unpredictability is the norm. Despite careful planning and organization, our adventure trips can’t be taken for granted like regular trips. Many of the places we visit lack the emergency health and safety services you’re used to in the developed world. Internal flights can be canceled, road transport is often uncomfortable and unreliable, and hotel standards may not match those of the West.

If you’re not prepared for this, you shouldn’t travel with us. The unpredictability also means that our itineraries are statements of intent, not contractual obligations. Factors such as weather, transport difficulties, and political instability might require us to change any itinerary. The trip leader will make any necessary changes after consulting with the group. Such changes are rarely significant, and we always do our best to minimize their impact. However, we cannot be held responsible for changes or delays, regardless of their cause.

What makes this trip different ?

Trekking Team Groups is one of the main supporters of Ambe Foundation, a non-political and non-profit social organization. We contribute our support to the remote village of Nuwakot and different schools like Gramin Devi, Khumbeshwori through donation, sponsorship and partnership in various projects. For details click here what we do and why we do?

Donation

Trekking Team Group donates a percentage of business profits to the foundation on a yearly basis, which supports the ongoing maintenance cost required for Gramin Devi and Khumbeshwori school, a community-based school in Nuwakot.

Sponsorship

One of the major activities of Ambe foundation is the children sponsorship program, which is conducted with full collaboration with Trekking Team Group.

Partnership (Volunteering Program)

The Ambe Volunteer Program, organised by Ambe Foundation and Trekking Team Group, aims to mobilize teams of experts and interested individuals as an effective and economic measure in providing the human capital for education, health and community development in Nuwakot District.

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