Ghorepani Poon Hill Trekking
Ghorepani Poon Hill Trekking trail winds through patchwork valleys, dense mossy forests and past icy waterfalls where you can stop to cool your face. Around every corner is a tantalizing glimpse of the high mountains, whole horizons of which will be revealed to you as you reach the high points of your trek. Trekking in the Annapurna foothills to the view point at Poon Hill offering you unobstructed mountain views. An easy trek in the spectacular mountain scenery through charming villages inhabited by the Gurungs, Magars dense rhododendron forests full of birds and deep sub-tropical valleys, all set below the Annapurnas with the picturesque Peak of Machhapuchhare (Fish Tail Peak) dominating the skyline. This trekking is not recommended during the raining season. The Ghorepani trek is a colorful short foray into the Annapurna region.
The trail winds through patchwork valleys, dense mossy forests and past icy waterfalls where you can stop to cool your face. Around every corner is a tantalizing glimpse of the high mountains, whole horizons of which will be revealed to you as you reach the high points of your trek. This trek in the Annapurna foothills to the view point on Pun Hill offers all the best of trekking in Nepal.Enjoy trekking in the spectacular mountain scenery through charming villages inhabited by the Gurungs, dense rhododendron forests full of birds and deep sub-tropical valleys, all set below the Annapurna with the picturesque fluted peak of Machhapuchhare (Fish Tail Peak) dominating the skyline. At the climax of this trek you will climb Poon Hill at dawn to enjoy one of the most spectacular mountain escape on Earth. As the sun touches the snow-capped summits the Himalayan giants, Dhaulagiri (8,167m) and Annapurna (8,091m) along with a maze of other peaks, slowly begin to appear, like magic, before our eyes. A rewarding trek that can be enjoyed by every lover of nature and beautiful landscape.
If you want to get the most mountain views in the least amount of time, the trek up from Naya Pul to Ghorapani and then over to Ghandruk should satiate your desire for Himalayan vistas. From the sunrise above Ghorepani to the in-your-face view of Machhapuchhare and Annapurna South from Chomrong, this trek does not disappoint.
Details Programs of Ghorepani Poon Hill Trekking
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Day 1:
– Arrival at Kathmandu Airport.
– Transfer to the hotel by private tourist vehicle.
– Overnight at the hotel with breakfast included.
Day 2:
– Sightseeing around Kathmandu valley starting at 9 AM.
– Places to visit: Pasupatinath temple, Buddhanath, Monkey temple, Bhaktpur durbar square, and Kathmandu durbar square.
– Afternoon: Final briefing and preparations for the trek.
– Overnight at the hotel with breakfast included.
Day 3:
– Drive to Pokhara (900 meters) by tourist bus (7 hours).
– Trekking staff will pick you up early morning and leave for Pokhara.
– Overnight at the hotel with breakfast included.
Day 4:
– Drive to Nayapul (1010 meters) and trek to Tikhedunga (1570 meters) (3 hours).
– Trek begins at Nayapul after a 1-hour drive from Pokhara.
– Pass through Birethanti village and reach Tikhedhunga.
– Overnight at guesthouse with breakfast, lunch, and dinner included.
Day 5:
– Trek to Ghorepani (2840 meters) (5 hours).
– Start with a steep climb to Ulleri village.
– Pass through Banthanti and Nangethanti, and reach Ghorepani.
– Overnight at guesthouse with breakfast, lunch, and dinner included.
Day 6:
– Hike up to Poon Hill (3210 meters) for sunrise view and trek to Tadapani (2610 meters) (6 hours).
– Early morning hike to Poon Hill for sunrise view.
– Return to Ghorepani for breakfast, then trek to Tadapani.
– Overnight at guesthouse with breakfast, lunch, and dinner included.
Day 7:
– Trek to Ghandruk (1940 meters) (4 hours).
– Descend through forests to Ghandruk village.
– Explore the village and visit the Annapurna conservation office and Museum.
– Overnight at guesthouse with breakfast, lunch, and dinner included.
Day 8:
– Trek to Nayapul (1010 meters) and drive to Pokhara.
– End the trek at Nayapul and drive back to Pokhara.
– Overnight at the hotel with breakfast included.
Day 9:
– Pokhara City tour starting at 9 AM.
– Places to visit: Fewa Lake, Bagnes Lake, Devis waterfall, Museum, Tibetan refugee settlement, and Gupteshower cave.
– Relaxing afternoon.
– Overnight at the hotel with breakfast included.
Day 10:
– Drive back to Kathmandu (1345 meters).
Day 10:
– Transfer to the international airport for your final departure.
– The trip ends, and our Airport Representative will drop you at the Kathmandu International Airport for your flight departure from Nepal.
General Information About Ghorepani Poon Hill Trekking
Trip Fact Sheet of Ghorepani Poon Hill Trekking |
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Trip duration -10 Days | Trek Duration 06 Days | Max. Altitude –3210 m |
Group Size – Min-1 | Starting From – Nayapul | Trek End – Nayapul |
Grade- Moderate/Hard | Transportation – Fly or Drive | Type – Teahouse/Home stay/Camping (it is needed to take a tent) |
Attraction of the trek Mountains, beautiful lanscap | Himalayan Sights -Annapurna Mountain Range | Culture – Tibetan culture, Bon and Hindu culture , Buddhism |
Activity – Trekking , Hiking | Highlights of trip -Sunrise from Poon Hill | Best Time : Year Around |
Cost Included |
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Trip cost does not includes |
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Frequently Asked Questions ( FAQs) – Eco Holiday Asia |
FAQ 1: Do I need to Pay in Advance?
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FAQ 2: Can I cancel my Booking?
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FAQ 3: What happens if the company does not respond to our booking when we arrive in Kathmandu?
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FAQ 5: Do I need to pay extra charges or do you charge me extra when I arrive at the destination?
No, we don’t charge any extra money from you. All offer prices are fixed during our promotional period, and we include all costs that are mentioned in the “Includes” section of the package details. However, please note that all promotional prices do not include entrance fees to the sightseeing places. You will have to pay those fees at the government counter when you arrive at those places.
FAQ 6: How about the group size of your tour?
We aim to provide quality service at an affordable cost. In a tour, our maximum group size is 15 persons, and on trekking, it is 10 persons.
FAQ 7: How secure are we?
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