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Nepal · Trekking
The journey
Have an exhilarating trekking experience in the Poon Hill area on a journey through the heart of the Annapurna Conservation Area. Enjoy magnificent Himalayan panoramic views of Mt. Dhaulagiri, Mt. Annapurna, Machhapuchhare, also known as Mount Fish Tail, and other mountains above 7,000 m. Hike through rhododendron forests, steep trails, and tiny villages while meeting ethnic Nepal communities and discovering the region's indigenous flora and fauna.
Experience the sunrise as well as panoramic views of the Himalayas, including Mt. Dhaulagiri (8,167 m), Mt. Annapurna I (8,091 m), Mt. Nilgiri (7,040 m), and Annapurna South (7,219 m), among others.
From the itinerary
At a glance
Day by day
Arrive in Kathmandu and have breakfast.
After breakfast, take an early flight to Pokhara and then drive to Nayapool.
Begin the trek from Nayapool to Birethanti.
In Birethanti, check your permits and continue walking towards Tikhedhunga along the riverbank.
Reach Tikhedhunga, the final destination for the day.
Stay overnight at a guesthouse.
Ascend 3,000 stairs to reach Ulleri (2,070 m).
From Ulleri, continue climbing gradually and ascend to Banthanti.
Take in views of Machhapuchhare, also known as Mount Fish Tail (6,997 m), and Mount Hiunchuli (6,441 m).
Walk through rhododendron forest and continue ascending to the final camp at Ghorepani village.
Hike in the morning to reach Poon Hill (3,210 m) and enjoy sightseeing there.
Experience the sunrise as well as panoramic views of the Himalayas, including Mt. Dhaulagiri (8,167 m), Mt. Annapurna I (8,091 m), Mt. Nilgiri (7,040 m), and Annapurna South (7,219 m), among others.
Explore various kinds of birds, butterflies, flora, fauna, as well as ethnic groups such as Brahmin, Chhetri, Magar, and Gurung.
Walk down for about 2 hours to reach Ghandruk.
Return to Pokhara by jeep or bus.
Stay in Pokhara or fly back to Kathmandu.
Where this trip takes you
Poon Hill sunrise, Ulleri stairway, Ghorepani village, Pokhara
The route
The fine print
2 nights' twin-sharing tourist standard accommodation in Kathmandu
Meals on a full-board basis: breakfast, lunch, and dinner each day during the trekking days
Guesthouse accommodation during the trekking days
Round-trip flight cost for the guest: US$120 each way for Kathmandu-Pokhara-Kathmandu
Trekking guide
Porter for the trek
Guide transportation
Porter transportation
Fully escorted trek with a fluent English-speaking, licensed local guide, with 1 porter for every 2 guests
Annapurna Conservation Area permits and TIMS permits for trekking tours
All land transportation as mentioned in the itinerary above
Food, accommodation, and salary of Nepali trekking staff
Nepal entry visa fee: US$40
Lunch and dinner during your stay in Kathmandu and Pokhara city
All kinds of battery charging, laundry service, phone calls, and hot showers during the trek
Personal trekking equipment and clothing
Personal expenses, drinks, and bar bills
Your travel insurance (mandatory in case of emergency)
Donations and monument entrance fees
Tips for the crew (tips are not compulsory but highly expected)
Any other items not mentioned above
This cost includes a flight ticket from Kathmandu-Pokhara-Kathmandu. If you have time, you can go to Pokhara by bus and return by bus.
You can extend the trip if you want.
Logistics
Your 4 days finish where they began, in Kathmandu 44600.
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