Ghorepani Poon Hill Trek - 9 days ( CO-153 )

Duration: 9 Days Transportation: Private Vehicles & Flight
Trip Grade Moderate and Attainable Max-Altitude: 4,130 m (13,549 ft)
Meals: All meals during trek Accommodation: Hotels/Mountain Lodges
Primary Activity: Trekking, Sightseeing & Hiking Best Season March to May, Mid September to Mid December

Annapurna Panorama Trek is considered to be a soft trekking adventure. This trek offers you an opportunity to walk through the dense rhododendron forest, witness the culture, tradition, and lifestyle of the Gurungs of Annapurna Region, watch the beautiful high altitude birds of this region and view the magnificent Annapurna and Dhaulagiri towering over the land. This could be an opportunity to sight the panoramic view of Annapurna South, Machhapuchre, Manaslu, Dhampus Peak and Nilgiri. You will also get to see the beautiful Kali Gandaki gorge that is considered to be the deepest gorges of Nepal. The view from Poon hill is undoubtedly the perfect one and majestic.

This trek is easily attainable and is suitable for all age group. It requires you to walk for 4-5 hours a day so rigorous physical fitness is not needed and there is no risk of altitude sickness in this trek as the maximum altitude that we reach is 3,200m. So, this trek is considered to be the most popular family trekking Nepal.

A day of a comfortable bus ride from Kathmandu to Pokhara starts the trek with cozy accommodation, a well-developed trekking trails, provision of the hygienic meals, the magnificent view of the terrain of Annapurna Region and the local people offering great hospitality make this trek a perfect way to spend your vacation. Spring Season (March to May) and autumn season (October to December) are considered to be the best season for Annapurna Region Trek. Our well-researched itineraries will help you get the ultimate adventure experience that you deserve to see and savor during this trek.

Classic Outdoors offers you a 9 days Annapurna Panorama Trek that includes full accommodation with hot bath and meal throughout the trekking along with bed and breakfast in Kathmandu. You can get special discounts on groups. We ensure you a guaranteed departure on your chosen date. We also offer the Short trip of 13 or 15 days to Annapurna region. This trek is an attainable one suitable for all age group; it could be a perfect way to spend a vacation with your family.

Annapurna region is one of the most important trekking destination which has a variety of packages to offer for everyone. For those who are interested to trek the base camp then Annapurna Base Camp Trek( 15 days) can be an ideal option, else if you are interested in the longer trek then Annapurna Circuit Trek (21 days) can be an option.  For more details of the trek please write us at [email protected] or Contact Us.
 

Trip Highlights

  • An incredible view of the terrain ,pastures, hilly villages, flora and fauna
  • Unique culture and lifestyle of the Gurung community
  • Beautiful vista of Machhapuchre ,Dhaulagiri and Annapurna Massif
  • A breathtaking view of the region from Poonhill
  • Lush of Rhododendron ,Oak and Bamboo

Outline Itinerary

Day 01: Arrival day (1,300m/4,264 ft)

Day 02: Drive from Kathmandu to Pokhara (8, 20m/2,690ft)

Day 03: Drive to Nayapul & trek to Tikhedhunga (1,540m/5,052ft)

Day 04: Tikhedhunga to Ghorepani (3,194m/1,0479ft)

Day 05: Hike to Poon Hill and trek to Tadapani (2,590m/8,497ft)

Day 06: Tadapani to Ghandruk (1,990m/6,529ft)

Day 07: Trek to Nayapul and Drive back to Pokhara (820m/2,690ft)

Day 08: Drive from Pokhara to Kathmandu, 7-8 hrs drive (1,300m/4,264 ft)

Day 09: Departure Day

Trip Includes:

  • Airport Pick-up and Drop-off service in a private tourist vehicle
  • Welcome dinner (Day 1) and Farewell dinner (Day 8)
  • 3-star standard accommodation in Kathmandu (Hotel Apsara Boutique or similar) and in Pokhara (Hotel Pokhara Batika or similar) for two nights each, along with breakfast
  • Accommodation during the trek in Teahouse/Lodges
  • All standard meals during the trek (breakfast, lunch, dinner), seasonal fruits after dinner, tea/coffee (3 times a day)
  • Tourist Coach to and from Pokhara (Flight/ Car/Jeep may be arranged upon request with extra charge)
  • Well-experienced, licensed, English speaking trekking guide (their salary, insurance, equipment, domestic airfare, food, and accommodation)
  • Porters (One porter for every 2 members) and his entire expenses (salary, food, accommodation equipment and insurance)
  • All the necessary permits i.e. (Annapurna Conservation Area) and TIMS (Trekkers' security Card) permit and relevant paperwork
  • Down jacket and sleeping bag (borrowings offered upon request, without any extra cost)
  • Company’s duffel bag (upon request)
  • Trekking route map and T-shirt (souvenir)
  • First-aid Kit (Carried by your trek guide)
  • Arrangement for rescue helicopter service (Your travel insurance should cover this expense)
  • Applicable local and government taxes
  • 1 hour trekkers massage after the trek completion
  • Local SIM Card

Trip Excludes:

  • Nepal visa (USD25 for 15 days and USD40 for 30 days) and international flights
  • Meals in Kathmandu except for breakfasts, welcome and farewell dinner
  • Your personal equipment and expenses such as mineral water, beverages, laundries, etc. 
  • Your travel insurance that covers Helicopter evacuation, medical expenses and trip cancellation
  • Tips to guide, porters, and driver as a token of appreciation
  • Any other expenses or charges that are not mentioned in “cost includes” list

Should you require any further information on the given trek, please feel free to write us at [email protected].

Day 01: Arrival in Kathmandu (1,300m/4,264ft)
Meals included: Dinner

Our airport representative will welcome you at Tribhuvan International Airport, Kathmandu upon your arrival. He/she will escort you to the respective hotel in a private vehicle comfortably. Your prior trip meeting will be scheduled on the very day at the hotel before dinner. However, our airport representative will give you a brief idea about the second day’s schedule on your way to the hotel. During the meeting, we will introduce you to your leader/guide. Please do not hesitate to ask questions about your trek or anything that is related to your trip. To make you feel comfortable, we schedule a welcome dinner for you in a popular restaurant in the city where you can enjoy authentic Nepali meal along with cultural programs including ethnic dance and songs. Tonight, you will spend your night at the hotel in Kathmandu.

Day 02: Drive from Kathmandu to Pokhara (8, 20m/2,690ft)
Total duration:
5-6 hours (Bus Ride)
Meals included: Breakfast

Today our guide will pick you up from the hotel and will escort you to the bus stop to catch the early morning tourist coach to Pokhara. Your journey for today will be a very pleasant one along the Trisuli River up till Muglin. Both breakfast and lunch will be on the way to Pokhara. After almost 6-7 hours of a pleasant road travel, you will reach Pokhara, known as the valley of Lakes. Pokhara is the famous valley and probably amongst the most popular tourist's destinations of Nepal. Once you reach Pokhara, you can spend rest of your day exploring the city or Phewa Lake. The night will be spent at a tourist standard hotel in Pokhara.

Day 03: Drive to Nayapul & trek to Tikhedhunga (1,540m/5,052ft)
Total duration:
2 hours of a bus ride and 4-5 hours walk
Meals included: Breakfast/Lunch/Dinner

Today, after breakfast, you will be traveling to Nayapul from where our trek begins. It takes 2 hours of bus ride to reach Nayapul. Since our target for today is Tikhedhunga, the guide will brief us regarding the trekking to Tikhedhunga. We will introduce you to the other trekkers during breakfast. You will get some time to drool around the village and meet the local people while our porters sort out and load the trekking equipment. Our ultimate hike begins from Nayapul towards Birethati following the trail along the Modi River. Upon reaching Birethati formalities to enter the ACAP area needs to be completed. Then we will walk towards Bhrumdi Khola, Sudame, and Hiley passing through beautiful waterfalls on our way until we reach Tikhedhunga. A beautiful view of Mt. Machhapuchre can be seen on the way. This night will be spent at Tikhedhunga.

Day 04: Tikhedhunga to Ghorepani (3,194m/1,0479ft)
Total duration: 5-6 hours
Meals included: Breakfast/Lunch/Dinner

Our destination for today is Ghorepani. Shortly after breakfast, our trek will begin. This is going to be a long uphill stoned steps climbing. After climbing almost 3000 steps, we will reach Ulleri. Our walk will continue after taking a short break. This time it’s a gentle uphill walk through Rhododendron and Pine forest to reach Ghorepani. Ghorepani is the entry point of Poonhill. We will stay overnight at Ghorepani.

Day 05: Hike to Poon Hill and trek to Tadapani (2,590m/8,497ft)
Total duration: 5-6 hours
Meals included: Breakfast/Lunch/Dinner

It is the third day of our trek and our destination for today is set for Tadapani. Since we will be watching the sunrise view today, our trek will begin a little bit early than other days. We will walk up to Poonhill which is situated at 3,193m. We can catch the amazing sunrise view, a very close view of Dhaulagiri and Annapurna Range along with 20 other beautiful peaks and a distant view of Mustang and Pokhara from this point. After spending some time there we will return to Ghorepani for breakfast. After breakfast, we will walk towards Tadapani on the trail that passes through Deurali Pass, Banthati, and Thulo Odar Kharka. We can enjoy the beautiful rhododendron forest on our way to Tadapani. We will spend our night at Tadapani

Day 06: Tadapani to Ghandruk (1,990m/6,529ft)
Total duration: 5-6 hours
Meals included: Breakfast/Lunch/Dinner

Ghandruk is the destination set for today. After the sunrise view from Tadapani and the majestic view of beautiful peaks like Himchuli, Annapurna and Fishtail we will trace our trek downhill towards Ghandruk. We pass through dense rhododendron forest on our way to Ghandruk from Tadapani. After few hours of walk, we will reach Ghandruk. Ghandruk is one of the biggest and most beautiful villages of Annapurna region. A mass of local and international tourists visit this place every year during the spring season. We can spend the rest of day exploring the village, visit the Gurung Museum or hike around the hills nearby Ghandruk. We will stay overnight at Ghandruk.

Day 07: Trek to Nayapul and Drive back to Pokhara (820m/2,690ft)
Total duration:
6-7 hours walk and 2 hours of bus ride
Meals included: Breakfast/Lunch/Dinner

Today is the last day of our trek and we will head towards Pokhara. It is going to be a long day because we will walk for almost 7 hours followed by 2 hours of bus ride to reach Pokhara. We will first walk towards Landruk where we can enjoy the beautiful view of whitewashed stone houses and temple. From Landruk we will walk towards Birethati following the downhill trail along the Modi River to finally reach Nayapul. This is the place where our trek ends. It takes 2 hours of bus ride to reach Pokhara. We can spend the evening exploring the nightlife of the city with the crew members or can take rest. We will stay overnight at Pokhara.

Day 08: Drive from Pokhara to Kathmandu, 7-8 hrs drive (1,300m/4,264 ft)
Total duration: 7-8 hrs drive
Meals included: Breakfast/Lunch/Dinner

We will return to Kathmandu from Pokhara on a tourist coach. After 7-8 hours of drive, we will finally reach Kathmandu from where our journey began. Upon reaching Kathmandu, you will be escorted to the hotel. You can freshen up and go shopping in the evening at Thamel which is famous for useful tourist’s products. Since today is your last day in Kathmandu, we host a farewell dinner where you can give your feedback regarding the services that we provided during the entire trip. We will stay overnight at the hotel.

Day 09: Departure Day
Meals included: Breakfast

This is the last day of your trip with us. You can extend your trip for one or two days to visit other interesting places in and out of Kathmandu which is completely optional. If not then one of our staff will escort you to the airport as per your scheduled departure. You can roam around the city and buy souvenirs’ and do shopping to take along with you if your flight is scheduled during late hours.

We have prepared the trip departure dates in small groups departure for group fun and enjoyment trekking. Our group size start from 2 peoples (Even for solo travelers, we organize single trip on supplement cost of US$- 200 additional) and maximum group size will be 8-10 travelers. But in general, our every date will have small groups of 4- 6 peoples, which is good group size for safe and flexible & comfortable trekking. We have listed our group departure dates based on every season as below.

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Kaitlyn

Kaitlyn

Ghorepani and Poonhill Trek

Rating:


My husband and I arrived in Nepal for a holiday not knowing whether what to do. We had a rough idea that we would probably do a short trek. We explored around the streets of Thamel in search of a good travel company and came across Classic Outdoors. 

All the staffs at the office were very nice and friendly. Kritee from the office came to us for the consultation and suggested us different ideas for the short treks that can be undertaken. Out of the many suggested, we choose Ghorepani and Poonhill Trek. Since we had very few days, we decided to start the trek very next day. Within the very short time, every arrangement from transportation, permits, guide as well as hotel was managed. The whole trip went very smooth. Our guide Ganesh was very prompt and cheerful. Out of various wonderful memories collected, the views of the sun rise over the mountains seen from poonhill will always be remembered. 

I highly recommend Classic Outdoors for all the adventure enthusiast and would definitely come back for the Everest trek in near future.

Allen

Allen

Poonhill Trek- A great memory

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I came across Classic Outdoors online while I was surfing various websites for offers regarding the Ghorepani and poonhill trek. I was pleased with their instant answers to my infinite questions asked out of my insecurity and curiousness. The guide was very professional and helped me throughout the journey. He seemed to be trying to make be happy and satisfied. On the way, I met several other people trekking. I had a blast and I am glad that I chose the best company who assigned the perfect guide.

Anna

Anna

Astonishing Ghorepani Poon Hill Trek

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It was my first time in Nepal and also my first time trekking and I really had a great time. Earlier I was not sure if I could walk for longer hours and it was safe for me as I was travelling alone. After having an amazing time I would highly recommend Classic Outdoors for making the trekking experience great and enjoyable. I was very impressed as the guide treated me more as friend than as client. 
The views along the trek are both beautiful and breathtaking. Kathmandu is nice and busy, also dusty as I was told that the roads were on expansion process. Whilst Kathmandu was a bit dusty Pokhara was cleaner and much more beautiful. I really enjoyed my stay at Pokhara roaming around the streets. Had nice walks in both places as I got such positive vibes.
Many thanks to my guide Ganesh who was the best. He was friendly, very knowledgeable, goes out of his way to make everything settled and cares for you all along the trek. Not forgetting sujan my porter.
Overall, I would like to thank you all for your excellent service. I will definitely be back!
 

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