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9-Day Adventure Trek To Ghorepani Poon Hill From Kathmandu

  • Tour Category

    Group Tour

  • Tour Types

    Nature, Trekking, Camping

  • Duration

    9 Days

  • Activity Level

    Hard

  • Language

    English

Description

Embark on a trekking adventure to Ghorepani Poon Hill via Pokhara, one of the most well-known trekking destinations in the Annapurna Himalayas area. Encounter striking views of some of the most majestic mountains like Fishtail, Annapurna South, and Hiuchuli with dramatic sunrise and sunset sights of Poon Hill over the world's two highest peaks of Mt. Dhaulagiri and Annapurna I.

Highlights
  • Enjoy a scenic drive from Kathmandu to Pokhara
  • Cross the beautiful Modi Khola River
  • Explore lovely woodland of tall rhododendron-magnolia-pines-holly oaks
  • Admire sunrise and sunset views from Poon Hill
  • Day 01: Arrival in Kathmandu expand_more
    • On arrival at Kathmandu International Airport, get transferred to hotels after being received by our guides and staff. 
    • At hotel check-in, join in for a group briefing regarding treks and other useful information, with a welcome dinner.
  • Day 02: Kathmandu - Pokhara expand_more
    • An early morning departure from the hotel takes an overland drive to reach Nepal Mid-West at scenic Pokhara, during six-hour drive views of snow-capped peaks.
    • Then, arrive by the lakeside of Phewa in Pokhara, where many good hotels located with grand views of Annapurna peaks. (Flying options of 30 mins panoramic flights to land at Pokhara from Kathmandu)
  • Day 03: Pokhara - Nayapul - Tirkhedhunga expand_more
    • Morning two-hour drive to reach the foothills past towns and villages with views of Annapurna mountain range and Mt. Machhapuchare “The Fish Tail”.
    • As this reaches Nayapul (new bridge) where our adventure begins with a gentle walk through Bhirethati, and past farmlands as a walk completes at Tirkhedhunga village in the comfort of a nice lodge after a good day walks.
  • Day 04: Tirkhedhunga - Ghorepani expand_more
    • Morning walk uphill for two hours all the way to Ulleri village with views of Annapurna South and Mt. Machhapuchare, from here on a walk gets better past Bhanthati, and then on the pleasant trail within the alpine forest of oaks-pines and rhododendron trees. 
    • Slowly walk leads with short climb gaining heights on reaching at Ghorepani village with fabulous views of Mt. Dhaulagiri range of peaks, Ghorepani village populated by Poon / Magar ethnic tribe, famous for Poon Hill viewpoint.
  • Day 05: Ghorepani - Poon Hill - Tadapani expand_more
    • Early morning hike to Poon-Hill at 3,210 m offers sunrise views of mountains from Mt. Dhaulagiri, Mt. Manaslu to Annapurna and as far as Ganesh Himal towards Mt. Machhapuchare “The Fish Tail”. 
    • After superb mountain views and a sunrise walk continues from Ghorepani to Tadapani, our route leads to a climb into enchanting rhododendron forest all the way to Tadapani for overnight stops. Tadapani is situated in the middle of rhododendron, magnolia, and oaks forest with a fabulous view of Mt. Machhapuchare and Annapurna South peaks.
  • Day 06: Tadapani - Ghandruk expand_more
    • Morning downhill walks into the forest to reach a large village at Ghandruk populated by Gurung people, the hill tribe of Annapurna region, on reaching Ghandruk for lunch and overnight stop.
    • Spend the afternoon free to explore the village and its small Gurung museum, where you can gather information about the local people and its impressive culture and history.
  • Day 07: Ghandruk - Syauli Bazaar - Pokhara expand_more
    • On our last day of the trek, morning leads to a nice pleasant walk downhill towards low and warm farm areas at Syauli Bazaar.
    • Then, take an enjoyable short drive to the scenic and beautiful Pokhara for an overnight stop by the famous serene Lake Phewa.
  • Day 08: Pokhara - Kathmandu expand_more
    • Morning from Pokhara is an exciting overland journey back to Kathmandu on route to observe farm villages and towns.
    • Afterwards, reach Kathmandu in the afternoon and spend the rest of the day free for individual activities and shopping souvenirs.
  • Day 09: Departure expand_more
    • Transfer to the airport as per your flight schedule to board your return flight.
What's Included
  • Airport pick up & drop by private vehicle
  • Two-night standard selected Hotel in Katmandu with Breakfast
  • Two-night standard hotel in Pokhara with Breakfast
  • Meals During Trek: Your stander meals in the mountain (Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner) during the trekking
  • 3 cups of hot tea during the trek
  • An experienced Government license holder English-speaking Guide included his food, accommodation, salary & insurance
  • Porter Service: 1 porter for two clients included his food, accommodation, salary & insurance
  • Annapurna Trekking permit (ACAP)
  • Trekkers’ Information Management System (TIMS)
  • Pokhara to Kande and Mardi Pul to Pokhara by private vehicle
  • Kathmandu to Pokhara / Pokhara to Kathmandu tourist bust ticket
  • Accommodation In Trekking: All accommodations in lodges/tea houses during the treks
  • Fresh fruit during the trek
  • NHTE'S Dawn jacket, sleeping bag & duffle bag (If you needed)
  • The arrangement of Emergency Helicopter service (Cost to be incurred by your insurance company)
  • Medical kit bag
  • Welcome and farewell dinner
What's Excluded
  • Nepal entry visa fee (you may easily issue the visa upon your arrival at Tribhuwan International Airport – Katmandu)
  • Your Travel and rescue insurance
  • International airfare and airport departure tax
  • All the Food in Kathmandu. Also, in the case of early return from mountain (due to any reason) than the scheduled itinerary
  • All the expenses in mountain over than scheduled itinerary (due to strike, delay or cancelled flight)
  • Extra night Hotel in Kathmandu if arrive early or late departure than the scheduled itinerary
  • All the Bar bills and personal expenses (phone call, laundry service, battery recharge, a bottle of water, hot water, shower
  • Tips for the guide and porter
What to bring
  • Below is the checklist of equipment you need for the trek
  • Travel documents: passport, visa, travel insurance, air tickets, voucher,  and passport-sized photos
  • Duffel Bag & Company T-shirt: We supply complimentary duffel/Company T-shirts, but one extra big duffel bag is necessary for non-trek goods left at the hotel in Kathmandu
  • Sleeping Bag: Nepal High Trek will supply a complimentary down jacket that needs to be returned after the trek
  • Down Jacket: Nepal High Trek will supply a complimentary down jacket that needs to be returned after the trek
  • Day Pack: (with waist straps), refillable water bottle (Approximately 15- 20 Ltrs)
  • Head: Warm Head, Sun Cap, headlamps, sunglasses, alarm clock, torch/flashlight/ earplug, and eye mask
  • Feet: Thin, lightweight inner socks, Thick, warm wool hiking socks, Hiking boots with spare laces, Camp shoes (sneakers and/or sandals)Gaiters for hiking in winter
  • Hands: Lightweight gloves, Heavyweight gloves or mittens, With a waterproof shell outer (Seasonal
  • Lower Body: Under Garments, Hiking shorts. Lightweight cotton long pants, Light and expedition weight thermal bottoms, fleece or wool pants (seasonal), Waterproof (preferably breathable fabric) shell pants
  • Upper Body: T-shirts, Light and expedition weight thermal tops, fleece jacket or pullover, Fleece Wind-Stopper jacket (Optional), Waterproof (preferably breathable fabric) shell jacket
  • Accessories: Sleeping bag inner liner, Batteries, Kindle, First aid kit, Trekking Poles, Water bottles, Toiletries, Small wash towel, Toilet papers, Hand sanitiser, lip balm, face and body moisturizer, Ear Plug, Sewing kit, knife, lighter, a small padlock
  • Toiletries: Nail cutter, Small mirror, Toothbrush/paste, multipurpose soap
  • Extras: Wet wipes (baby wipes), Tissue /toilet roll, Anti-bacterial hands wash, book, Trail Map/Guide book, Pencils and small notebooks, Regular Medicine, sanitary pads and play cards
Know before you go
  • Ghorepani Poon Hill Trek is a low altitude and short trip in Nepal. The trek can be finished within a week and the trail combined the popular Annapurna Base Camp trail. It's one of the classic and multi-cultural treks in the Annapurna region. We ensure you that most the trekkers easily completed the trek and it would be the best journey in Nepal.
Meeting Point

Tribhuvan International Airport, Kathmandu, Nepal

Cancellation Policy

For cancellations upto 2 days before the tour -

Refund of 80% of the tour price.
Price Details
Adult
1 To 2 USD 550 Per Person
3 To 5 USD 499 Per Person
6 To 10 USD 445 Per Person
11 To 30 USD 399 Per Person
Child

This is a group tour

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USD 550 / person