Shortest Ghorepani Poon Hill Trek

Trip Facts
Accommodation:	Standard to Deluxe Hotel's Options in Cities & Tea Houses During Trek
Grade:	Moderate
Max Altitude:	3,210 m/10,530 ft
Transportation:	Private Vehicle/Flight
Meals:	As Mentioned In The Itinerary
Duration :	6 Nights/7 Days
Group Size:	1 to 15 People

Highlights of The Trek

Trek to the Foothill of most Diverse Annapurna Region
Witness Annapurna I (8,091 m), Annapurna South (7,219 m), Hiuchuli (6,441 m), Mt. Fishtail (6,997 m) and Mt Dhaulagiri (8,167 m)
Visit many villages of Magar, Gurungs and Enjoy Sunrise from Poon Hill over Annapurna Range and Mt. Dhaulagiri
Enjoy Pokhara, city of Nature and Adventure
Visit Swyombhunath Stupa and Kathmandu Durbar Square
Enjoy Nepali Food, Hospitality and Culture

Outline Itinerary

Day 01: Kathmandu Arrival (1,350 m/4,430 ft)

Day 02: Fly to Pokhara-30 Minutes, Drive to Tikhedhunga (1,540 m/5,055 ft)-2.5 Hours & Trek to Ulleri (2,050 m/6,725 ft)-2.5 Hours

Day 03: Trek to Ghorepani (2,750 m/9,025 ft)-5 Hours

Day 04: Hike to Poon Hill (3,210m/ 10,530 ft)-1 Hour and trek to Ghandruk (1,950 m/6,400 ft)-7/8 Hours

Day 05: Trek to Kuile-2 Hours and drive to Pokhara-2 Hours

Day 06: Fly back to Kathmandu and Sightseeing

Day 07: Departure from Kathmandu

Overview

Ghorepani Poon Hill Trek is one of the exciting classical treks of Nepal which goes around Annapurna Foothills. This trail goes to the Poon Hill at 3,210 m which is the highest point of the trek offers the best panoramic views of Annapurna Range with Mt. Fishtail, Mt. Dhaulagiri, Mt. Mardi, Nilgiri. During Sunrise and Sunset, the views are just beyond imagination. This trek passes through riverside, beautiful settlements of Magar and Gurung people, dense Rhododendron forests which is national flower of Nepal, various flora and fauna, rice fields and the count goes on. The s

Shortest Poon Hill Trek starts from morning flight to Pokhara drive to Tirkhedunga via Nayapul for 2.5 hours. From Tirkhedunga, we will trek to Ulleri on the steep stone steps. From Ulleri, we continue our trek to Ghorepani. Next morning, we wake up early to hike to Poon hill to get the best views of mountain vistas over Sunrise. After spending sometime over tea/coffee, we trek down to Ghorepani for breakfast and trek to Ghandruk via Tadapani. Next day, we trek down to Kuile for 3 hours and take our vehicle back to Pokhara.

Shortest Ghorepani Trek is the best option for the trekkers who are physically fit and have limited time. The best season for this trek is Autumn, Spring and Winter. In the monsoon time, off road from Nayapul to Ulleri gets too slippery and not in condition. If you have more time and want to do Ghorepani Poon Hill trek in more relaxed way, you can consider Ghorepani Poon Hill Trek via Ghandruk, Landruk, Dhampus which ends at Phedi.

If you are looking for this trek in more relaxed way, we suggest you to consider Ghorepani Pooh Hill Trek.

Detail Itinerary

Day 01: Kathmandu Arrival (1,350 m/4,430 ft)

After arriving at Kathmandu International Airport, our office representative welcomes you with Garland and takes you to hotel in Kathmandu. In the evening, we will have briefing on trek and equipment check by our Trek Manager and Trek Guide. Then, we will take you for dinner to make you introduced with Nepalese food habits and Culture.

Accomodation: Overnight at Hotel in Kathmandu.

Meals: D

Activity Duration:

Day 02: Fly to Pokhara-30 Minutes, Drive to Tikhedhunga (1,540 m/5,055 ft)-2.5 Hours & Trek to Ulleri (2,050 m/6,725 ft)-2.5 Hours

After breakfast at hotel, we will drive to Domestic Airport for 30 minutes flight to Pokhara. Upon arrival in Pokhara, we will drive to Tirkhedhunga passing by Nayapul, Birethanthi, Hile. From Tirkhedhunga, we will start our first day trek to Ulleri on stone steps.

Accomodation: Overnight at Tea House/Lodge in Ulleri.

Meals: B L D

Activity Duration:

Day 03: Trek to Ghorepani (2,750 m/9,025 ft)-5 Hours

Today our trail descends initially and after crossing the Burundi River, we make steep climb on stone steps to reach Ulleri (2,073 m). From Ulleri, our trails climb steadily to lush Oak forests and cross numerous small streams. Then we pass a Rest House, Dharmashala and continue until we arrive at Ghorepani. Ghorepani literally means Horse Watering place.

Accomodation: Overnight at Tea House/Lodge in Ghorepani.

Meals: B L D

Activity Duration:

Day 04: Hike to Poon Hill (3,210m/ 10,530 ft)-1 Hour and trek to Ghandruk (1,950 m/6,400 ft)-7/8 Hours

We wake up early morning and climb Poon Hill to view the magnificent Sunrise over Annapurna Range and Mt. Dhaulagiri. After spending around hour, we return back to Ghorepani. We will have breakfast and then continue to Tadapani (2,950 m/9,680 ft)-4 Hours). After having lunch at Tadapani, we will trek down to Ghandruk. Ghandruk village is the biggest Gurung Village in this region. This is a renowned center of all the Gurkhas, who are mostly join British and Indian Army as Gorkha Regiment. In the evening, we walk around Ghandruk Village and visit Gurung Museum.

Accomodation: Overnight at Tea House/Lodge in Ghandruk.

Meals: B L D

Activity Duration:

Day 05: Trek to Kuile-2 Hours and drive to Pokhara-2 Hours

This is our last day of the trek. We have easy morning with breakfast and descend to Kuile where we meet our vehicle and drive to Pokhara. Upon arrival in Pokhara, the whole day is free rest unless you have any plan. In the evening, you may walk around the Lakeside Bazaar and vistt Barahi Temple by boat in the middle of the Few lake.

Accomodation: Overnight at Hotel in Pokhara.

Meals: B

Activity Duration:

Day 06: Fly back to Kathmandu and Sightseeing

After breakfast we will spend free morning in Lakeside. In the afternoon, we will fly back to Kathmandu. In Kathmandu, we will visit Swyombhunath Stupa also called Monkey Temple in a small hill overviewing Kathmandu valley. Then we will visit Kathmandu Durbar Square where Nepal's Kings were to coronated and also worship living Goddess, Kumari. In the evening, we will host farewell dinner to celebrate the success of the trek.

Accomodation: Overnight at hotel in Kathmandu.

Meals: B D

Activity Duration:

Day 07: Departure from Kathmandu

After breakfast, our representative will drop you to the airport before 3 hours of your fligh time.

Accomodation:

Meals: B

Activity Duration:

Cost Info

Cost Includes:

Garland welcome, arrival and departure transfers in Kathmandu with Office Representative.
2 Nights in Kathmandu with breakfast inclusive of Taxes and Service Charge.
1 Night in Pokhara with breakfast inclusive of Taxes and Service Charge.
3 Nights/4 Days All Inclusive Trek in Annapurna Region with breakfast, lunch and dinner and tea/coffee each time in meals in local tea houses/lodges.
Meals as indicated in the Itinerary.
Kathmandu/Pokhara/Kathmandu Airfare with all necessary transfers.
English Speaking Trek Guide with a reliable team of porters (2:1 Ratio) and additional Sherpa as per the group size.
Insurance, accommodation, meals and allowance to the trek crew members.
Pokhara/Tirkhedunga and Kuile/Pokhara drive by Private Jeep.
Kathmandu full day sightseeing with English Speaking Tour Guide with all applicable entrance fees.
Welcome and Farewell dinners in Kathmandu.
Duffel Bag and First Aid Kit.
Annapurna Conservation Area Project, ACAP Fees and Trekkers Information Management System, TIMS Fees.
Bottle Drinking water in vehicle for sightseeing drives and transfers.
All drives, sightseeing and transfers by Deluxe Vehicle as per the group size.
24/7 hours Assistance.

Cost Excludes:

International Airfare to/from Kathmandu.
Nepal Visa fees on Arrival at Airport (USD 30/- for 15 Days).
Meals other than breakfast in Kathmandu and Pokhara except welcome and farewell dinners in Kathmandu.
Bottle drinking water, hot beverages, charges for hot shower, mobile/camera charges during the trek.
Personal nature of expenses like tips, bar bills, laundry and personal expenses.
Cost may arise of natural calamities, flight cancellation, illness, hospitalization, tour cancellation, blockade etc.
Cost for Emergency Helicopter Evacuation Charges in case of emergency.
Other than in our include section.