Ghorepani Poonhill Trek
Trip Duration
11 Days
Country
Nepal
Region
Annapurna Region
Activities
Trekking
Grade
Easy
Max Altitude
3210 m
Best Season
Spring (Mar-May) & Autumn (Sep-Nov)
Accomodation
Tea house and hotel
Meals
B, L, D
Start-End Point
Kathmandu - Kathmandu
Group Size
1-99
Transportation
Land
Ghorepani Poonhill Trek Overview
Ghorepani Poon Hill Trek is a short and sweet trekking route where you can experience the Annapurna region in a short period. This Ghorepani trekking route is most suitable for those who want to witness the glory of Annapurna in a short period.
Other trekking routes that lead you to the views of majestic Annapurna are usually hard and take longer days to complete. Being an easy or moderate trekking route, you can enjoy this trek along with your families or friends with great experience and create the best memories in the heart of the Himalayas.
The highest altitude that you will be visiting during Ghorepani Poon Hill Trek is Poon Hill (3,210m). From there, you will be able to witness the breathtaking views of the Annapurna Range, Nilgiri, Dhaulagiri, Tukuche, Varaha Shikhar, and Lamjung Himal.
You can also do an early morning hike to Poon Hill where you can witness the beautiful sunrise over these majestic snow-capped mountains and mountain ranges. This view is surely going to melt your heart.
During your trek, you will be passing through various thick forests full of rhododendrons, other seasonal flowers, wild animals, and different species of birds. You will encounter different villages and explore their culture and traditions. Mainly you will be visiting the villages of Gurungs and Magars as they are the main inhabitants of this region.
This trek is short and adventurous and you can complete it within a week or you can extend your trekking days by choosing a different itinerary as you prefer. This trek is the best alternative for other big and famous trekking routes like the Annapurna Base Camp trek and Everest Base Camp trek.
Major Attractions of Ghorepani Poonhill Trek
- Visiting different world heritage sites of Kathmandu City
- Exploring the tourist areas around Pokhara
- Witnessing the breathtaking sunrise view of majestic mountains and mountain ranges
- Views of majestic mountains like Hiuchuli, Nilgiri, Dhaulagiri, Annapurna South, Annapurna I, Lamjung Himal, and Macchapucchre.
- Crossing over various suspension bridges and cultural villages
- Exploring around Ghandruk village
- Visiting Cultural Gurung Museum in Ghandruk
- Passing through a deep forest filled with rhododendrons and other seasonal flowers.
Brief Itinerary of Ghorepani Poonhill Trek
Day 1: Arrival in Kathmandu
Day 2: Kathmandu Valley UNESCO World Heritage Sites Tour
Day 3: Drive or Fly to Pokhara
Day 4: Sightseeing in Pokhara
Day 5: Drive to Nayapul and Trek to Tikhedhunga (1,540m, 4-5 hours)
Day 6: Trek to Ghorepani (2,860m, 6-7 hours)
Day 7: Hike to Poonhill (3,210m) and Trek to Tadapani (2,610m, 5-6 hours)
Day 8: Trek to Ghandruk (1,940m, 3-4 hours)
Day 9: Trek to Nayapul and Drive to Pokhara
Day 10: Drive or Fly Back to Kathmandu
Day 11: Final departure day.
Detailed Itinerary of Ghorepani Poonhill Trek
Expand AllDuring your arrival in Kathmandu, a representative from our company will be there to welcome you and escort you towards your hotel, where you will be checking in and resting there. You can either check your trek itinerary through our online website or contact our company for further details and information.
Trek Distance:
6KM
Max Altitude:
1400
Duration:
40 Minutes
Accommodation:
3 Star Hotel
Meals:
-
Today you will be touring around some of the tourist attraction places in Kathmandu City. After having your breakfast at the Hotel, a private vehicle will arrive at your hotel. Then, you will be taken to different places in Kathmandu.
Pashupatinath temple
Pashupatinath temple is one of the oldest and religious places in Nepal, where many Hindu devotees from all around the world visit this place every year. This place has a history that dates back to 400 CE.
The temple is dedicated to the Hindu god Shiva and the temple is built on the bank of Bagmati River. This temple was declared a world heritage site by UNESCO in 1979 AD.
Swayambhunath Stupa
Swayambhunath Stupa is located on top of the hill where you will be able to witness the 360 view of Kathmandu City. This stupa is one of the religious and important monuments of not only Buddhist religions but other religions as well.
There are other small temples and stupas located inside the main stupa and also small shops where they sell handicrafts and paintings made by themselves. Swayambhunath Stupa was declared a World Heritage site by UNESCO in 1979 AD.
Durbar Square
There are three main Durbar Squares in Kathmandu Valley but due to lack of time, you will be visiting one of them only. Today you will be visiting Patan Durbar Square, although the main construction of the square began during the 17th century, other buildings were added during different periods.
The buildings are made according to the Newari architecture. Most of the outer part of the square where different temples are located was built during the Malla period. All three Durbar Squares are world heritage sites declared by UNESCO in 1979 AD.
Boudhanath Stupa
You will visit the biggest Buddhist Temple of Nepal at last with some Buddhist Monasteries.
Trek Distance:
35KM
Max Altitude:
1400M
Duration:
5-7 Hours
Accommodation:
3 Star Hotel
Meals:
Breakfast
You will be taking a tourist bus from Kathmandu to Pokhara which takes approximately (6-7 hrs) whereas by flight it takes around 30 minutes. It’s your preference either to take a drive or a flight to Pokhara.
Driving along the Trishuli River with views of hills and mountains, you will reach Pokhara after a long day of ride. After reaching Pokhara you will check into your hotel and rest there for a bit and then you will go for a walk while exploring the lakeside and visit the nightlife of Pokhara city.
Trek Distance:
210KM
Max Altitude:
1400M
Duration:
5-7 Hours
Accommodation:
3 Star Hotel
Meals:
Breakfast
Today you will be going to visit different places in Pokhara.
World Peace Pagoda
World Peace Pagoda also known as Shanti Stupa is located on Andu Hill and was made by a Buddhist monk named Nipponzan Myohoji. Due to its location from there, you will be able to witness the views of Annapurna Range, Pohara City, and Phewa Lake.
Davis Fall
Davis Fall is a huge waterfall from where the water goes inside the cave and passes through a tunnel. The cave where the water passes is known as Gupteshwor Mahadev Cave. The waterfall has become a famous tourist attraction for all the tourists who visit Pokhara.
Gupteshwor Cave
Gupteshwor Mahadev Cave is located just beside the Davis Fall. It’s a temple located inside a cave that is dedicated to the Hindu god Shiva. Water from Davis Falls passes through this cave which makes this place one of the most famous amongst tourists and the locals.
International Mountain Museum
This is the place where all the histories related to Mountaineering are preserved and recorded. All the cultures, flora and fauna, vegetation, landscapes, etc from the Himalayan region are documented in this Museum. Many tourists visit these places every year to learn about the history and life there in the Himalayan region.
Trek Distance:
45KM
Max Altitude:
1500M
Duration:
6-7 Hours
Accommodation:
3 Star Hotel
Meals:
Breakfast
You will take a direct vehicle and drive to Nayapul from Pokhara and your trek starts from Nayapul. Today you will be trekking towards Tikhedhunga. Reaching your checkpoint which is at Birethanti, the road descends upwards to Tikhedhunga. After trekking for about 4-5 hours, you will reach Tikhedhunga where you will be spending a night there at a local Tea house.
Max Altitude:
1540M
Duration:
5-6 Hours
Accommodation:
Tea House / Local Guest House
Meals:
Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner
You will be climbing a steep climb and passing through rocky paths to reach Ghorepnai. You will start your trek by crossing a suspension bridge near Tikhedhunga and then the route gradually descends upwards.
Walking over 3000 stone stairs, the path will lead us towards Ulleri Village, and after resting there for a bit you will be continuing your journey. After crossing the forest, the path gets easier and you will be walking along the fields and terrace farms.
You will reach Banthanti Village. After a long day of trekking, you will finally reach Ghorepani and from there you will start to notice the beautiful scenery of the mountains. The mountains that you will be able to witness from Ghorepani are Annapurna (8,091m) and Dhaulagiri (8,167m).
Max Altitude:
2860M
Duration:
6-7 Hours
Accommodation:
Tea House / Local Guest House
Meals:
Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner
Today you will be going for an early morning hike to Poonhill. From there, you will witness one of the best sunrise views over the majestic mountains which are Hiuchuli, Nilgiri, Dhaulagiri, Tukuche, Annapurna South, Annapurna I, II, III, IV, Lamjung Himal, and Macchapucchre.
After finishing the sunrise view over PoonHill, you will be heading back to Ghorepani at your tea house. Then you will trek to reach Tadapani. The trail to Tadapani is quite steep and narrow, filled with rocky roads until you reach Deurali Pass, and after that, the trail becomes easier and more comfortable.
From Deurali Pass, you will be able to witness some of the same mountain ranges that you have viewed from Poonhill. Trekking for almost 5-6 hours, you reach Tadapani where you will be spending a night there at a local tea house.
Max Altitude:
3210M
Duration:
5-6 Hours
Accommodation:
Tea House / Local Guest House
Meals:
Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner
Today is going to be a short trek from Tadapani to Ghandruk. After having your breakfast, you will start your trek to reach Ghandruk. It takes around 3-4 hours to reach Ghandruk. You will explore the Ghandruk Village for the rest of your day.
Ghandruk is one of the largest Gurung villages in Nepal, where you can also visit the Cultural Gurung Museum. You will be spending a night there in Ghandruk.
Max Altitude:
1940M
Duration:
3-4 Hours
Accommodation:
Tea House / Local Guest House
Meals:
Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner
On today’s trek, you will start your journey by crossing through many different villages. After reaching Nayapul, you will be taking a direct vehicle to reach Pokhara. You can either take a bus or jeep. After reaching Pokhara, you will be checking into your hotel and again enjoying the wonderful view of Lakeside.
Max Altitude:
900M
Duration:
3-4 Hours
Accommodation:
3 Star Hotel
Meals:
Breakfast, Lunch
Today, you will be heading back to Kathmandu. You can either book a flight or travel via bus/jeep to reach Kathmandu. It takes around 25 minutes to reach Kathmandu by flight whereas by vehicle it takes around 6-7 hours. Check in hotel in Kathmandu then ready for farewell dinner in typical Nepali restaurant with cultural program. Overnight at hotel in Kathmandu.
Trek Distance:
210KM
Max Altitude:
1400M
Duration:
5-7 Hours
Accommodation:
3 Star Hotel
Meals:
Breakfast
After breakfast ready for your another destination or back to your country after 11 days memories from Nepal. Time to say Good Bye and see you soon for next trip to Nepal.
After reaching Kathmandu your trek officially ends.
Trek Distance:
6 KM
Max Altitude:
1400M
Duration:
40 Minutes
Accommodation:
-
Meals:
Breakfast
Ghorepani Poonhill Trek Includes/Exclude
- Airport pickup by private vehicle from an International flight.
- All the transportation as per the itinerary.
- 3 Star Category Hotel accommodation in Kathmandu with breakfast.
- 3 Star Category Hotel accommodation in Pokhara with breakfast.
- Tea house accommodation during the trek.
- Three times meal in the trek.
- A professional guide for trek and tour.
- An assistant guide for more than 10 travellers.
- Porter service (2 trekkers: 1 porter).
- Food and accommodation for guides and porters.
- Insurance for guides and porters.
- All necessary documents (Permits and TIMS).
- All government and local taxes.
- Trekking map as itinerary.
- T-shirt from the company.
- Farewell dinner in Kathmandu last evening.
- Trip completion certificate from company.
- Airport drop by private vehicle for International flight.
- Visa for Nepal.
- International and domestic flight to and from Kathmandu.
- Lunch and dinner in Kathmandu and Pokhara days.
- Entry fee in monuments areas in Kathmandu and Pokhara Tour.
- Travel and rescue insurance of clients.
- Personal expenses: bar bills, laundry service, and mineral water.
- Extra night accommodation exception of the itinerary.
- Tips for your tour/trek guide and porters.
Ghorepani Poonhill Trek Gallery/Video
Best Time of the Trek
The most favorable seasons for this trek are (February- May) and (September- December). You should avoid the rainy season or extreme winter seasons because it creates difficulties during your trek.
During rainy seasons, the trekking routes get slippery and dangerous, and many natural disasters might occur during your trek. Natural calamities like landslides, floods, and heavy rains are common in the hilly region of Nepal.
During (Feb-May) the weather gets perfect whereas the days are warm and nights are chill. In the daytime, the skies are usually clear, so you will be able to witness the full views of mountains and mountain rangers. There are no chances of rain or heavy snowfall during this time of the year so you won’t be facing any problems during your trek.
Ghorepani Poonhill Trek Difficulty
There are no particular trek difficulties during this trek route. It is one of the easiest and shortest trekking routes in the Annapurna region. But many of the trekkers might feel altitude sickness due to certain changes in altitude and the climate.
You will be trekking at the maximum height of (3,210m) which is Poon Hill. Some of the trekkers might find this part challenging. Our guides are well experienced and have lots of knowledge of these kinds of problems and they will be helping those kinds of trekkers by suggesting what to do and what not to do.
Cost & Date
Trip duration: 11 Days
| Departure | Return | Price | Departure status | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 5th September, 2025 | 15th September, 2025 | USD 690 | Guaranteed |
Ghorepani Poonhill Trek FAQS
Expand AllDuring your trek, you will be staying in a tea house that is well-equipped with modern facilities and all kinds of basic facilities. During your stay in city areas, you will be staying there in Hotels.
Ghorepani Poonhill Trek is not a hard or expert-level trekking route. It is an easy and basic level trekking route and you do not need any previous trekking experience for this trek. You will be trekking at a maximum altitude of (3,210m), so be careful of altitude sickness.
No, there are no problems for nonvegans or vegans. Tea houses and hotels both provide food for both types and there are also options to choose what kinds of food you like.
No, there is no source of drinking water available during your trek. You can either buy a bottle of water which costs a little bit more than a city area or you can fill up your bottle from the tea houses that you may find during your trek.
Yes, you can charge your electronics during your stay in the Tea house but it costs extra. The price differs from place to place as you climb up higher.
Yes, you can shower during the trek, but it costs extra. As you go higher the cost increases.
During your arrival, one of our members will be there to welcome you and pick you up. Then he/she will directly take you to your hotel.
Yes, the guides are well-experienced and fluent in English. So there won’t be any language barriers between you and the guide.
Yes you can get on arrival but there are some requirements that you need to follow to get a visa and they are:
- Passport with 6 months along with a one-page blank for visa and stamp.
- One passport-sized (35mm- 45mm) photograph.
- USD 30 for 15 days, USD 50 for 30 days, and USD 125 for 90 days.
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