Nepal · Trekking

7-Day Poon Hill Trek in Nepal with Annapurna Sunrise Views

7 Days Round trip from Kathmandu 44600 Hard pace

The journey

Trip highlights

01 Witness a lifetime sunrise from Poon Hill with views of 30 snow-capped peaks
02 Take in the striking panorama of Annapurna, Dhaulagiri, Manaslu, and Nilgiri Himal
03 See Gangapurna, a massif in the Himalayas of north-central Nepal
04 Trek through rhododendron forest on the way to Ghorepani
05 Enjoy mountain views dominated by the Annapurna ranges and Machhapuchre

Take a 7-day trek to enjoy the striking panorama of the Himalayas, including Annapurna I, Annapurna South, Annapurna II, III, and IV, Dhaulagiri, Gangapurna, Barasikhar, Lamjung Himal, Nilgiri Himal, and the Manaslu ranges. The heavenly view of sunrise falling on the snow-topped summits of these huge peaks is sure to be a once-in-a-lifetime experience you would not want to miss.

The heavenly view of sunrise falling on the snow-topped summits of these huge peaks is sure to be a once-in-a-lifetime experience you would not want to miss.

From the itinerary

At a glance

What this trip includes

Duration 7 Days

Tour type Private

Activity level Hard

Accommodation Included · Standard

Transport Included

Wheelchair access Not applicable

Cities Pokhara, Kathmandu, Manaslu, Annapurna, Ghorepani, Ghandruk

Languages English, French

Day by day

The itinerary

Day 01

Drive from Kathmandu to Pokhara

Drive to Pokhara from Kathmandu.

Stay overnight in Pokhara at a hotel.

Day 02

Pokhara to Tikhedhunga via Nayapul

Drive from Pokhara via Naudanda, Kande, and Lumle village up to Nayapul.
From there, the trail descends steeply to Birethanti and follows the east bank of Bhurungdi Khola.
Lunch will be served at Ramghai.
Finally, reach Tikhedhunga.

Stay overnight at Tikhedhunga in a teahouse. The walking distance is 5 hours.

Day 03

Trek from Tikhedhunga to Ghorepani

Take a trail that ascends to Ulleri village.
Walk through the rhododendron forest.
Arrive at the top of Ghorepani Pass.

Stay overnight at a teahouse. The walking distance is 6 hours.

Day 04

Sunrise at Poon Hill and trek to Tadapani

Wake up early for a 6-hour walk to Tadapani via Poon Hill.
Poon Hill is one of the best viewpoints in Nepal, from where one may witness a sunrise that creates a lifetime memory, along with views of 30 snow-capped peaks, including the whole Annapurna range.

Stay overnight at Tadapani in a teahouse. The walking distance is 6 hours.

Day 05

Descend from Tadapani to Ghandruk

This area is the finest and most famous trekking area of Nepal. The Annapurna ranges and Machhapuchre (Fishtail) dominate the mountain views, with glimpses farther east to Lamjung Himal and the Manaslu range.
Descend through huge boulders into the maze of trails around Ghandruk at 1,960 meters.

Stay overnight at Ghandruk in a teahouse. The walking distance is 4 hours.

Day 06

Ghandruk to Pokhara via Birethanti and Nayapul

Descending to Pokhara via Birethanti, one can see mules loaded with goods along the route.
Continue walking up to Nayapul (New Bridge) and then drive to Pokhara for two hours.

Overnight stay in Pokhara. The walking distance is 5 hours.

Day 07

Return from Pokhara to Kathmandu

Drive back to Kathmandu.

End of the trek.

Where this trip takes you

Poon Hill sunrise, Ghorepani rhododendron forest, Annapurna panorama, Pokhara foothills

The route

Where you'll travel

Tour route map — Round trip from Kathmandu 44600 6 cities · 7 Days

The fine print

Trip details

What's Included

Annapurna Conservation entry permits.
Trekkers' Information Management System (TIMS) cards.
Kathmandu-Pokhara-Kathmandu transport by tourist bus.
Three meals a day: breakfast, lunch, and dinner, as well as tea and coffee.
Accommodation in the mountains at tea house lodges.
Transport by car to the trekking start point and from the trekking end point.
English-speaking, insured, registered, and well-equipped guide, including salary, food, and accommodation.
2 nights' hotel accommodation in Pokhara.
Emergency cooperation service.
Medical kit box.
Safe drinking water.

What's Not Included

Bar and beverage bills.
Personal expenses.
Bottled water.
Desserts.
Insurance.
Personal clothes.
Tips to the staff.

Know before you go

The itinerary we are proposing to you is only an outline. You can adapt it to best suit your fitness and interests when you are in the field, and our guide is flexible, understanding, and comfortable making adjustments to help make your trip full of pleasure.

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