Nepal · Trekking

9-Day Ghorepani Poon Hill Trek from Kathmandu with Poon Hill Sunrise

9 Days Round trip from Ring Rd Hard pace

The journey

Trip highlights

01 Enjoy a scenic drive from Kathmandu to Pokhara
02 Walk through lovely woodland of tall rhododendron, magnolia, pine, and holly oak
03 Admire dramatic sunrise and sunset views from Poon Hill
04 Explore Ghandruk village and its small Gurung museum
05 Take in mountain panoramas of Annapurna, Dhaulagiri, and Machhapuchare

Embark on a trekking adventure to Ghorepani Poon Hill via Pokhara, one of the most well-known trekking destinations in the Annapurna Himalayas. Encounter striking views of majestic mountains such as Fishtail, Annapurna South, and Hiunchuli, along with dramatic sunrise and sunset sights from Poon Hill over two of the world's highest peaks, Mt. Dhaulagiri and Annapurna I. This low-altitude trek also takes you through traditional villages, beautiful forests, and the multi-cultural landscapes of the Annapurna region.

Embark on a trekking adventure to Ghorepani Poon Hill via Pokhara, one of the most well-known trekking destinations in the Annapurna Himalayas.

From the itinerary

At a glance

What this trip includes

Duration 9 Days

Tour type Shared

Activity level Hard

Accommodation Included · Standard

Transport Included

Wheelchair access No

Cities Pokhara, Kathmandu, Ghorepani, Ghandruk

Languages English

Day by day

The itinerary

Day 01

Arrival in Kathmandu and Welcome Dinner

On arrival at Kathmandu International Airport, get transferred to your hotel after being received by our guides and staff.
After hotel check-in, join a group briefing regarding the trek and other useful information, followed by a welcome dinner.

Day 02

Drive from Kathmandu to Pokhara

An early morning departure from the hotel begins an overland drive to scenic Pokhara in Nepal's mid-west. During the six-hour journey, enjoy views of snow-capped peaks.
Then arrive by the lakeside of Phewa Lake in Pokhara, where many good hotels are located with grand views of the Annapurna peaks. There is also a flying option of a 30-minute panoramic flight from Kathmandu to Pokhara.

Day 03

Drive to Nayapul and Trek to Tirkhedhunga

In the morning, take a two-hour drive to reach the foothills, passing towns and villages with views of the Annapurna mountain range and Mt. Machhapuchare, "The Fish Tail".
On reaching Nayapul (New Bridge), your adventure begins with a gentle walk through Bhirethati and past farmlands, ending at Tirkhedhunga village for an overnight stay in the comfort of a nice lodge after a good day's walk.

Day 04

Trek from Tirkhedhunga to Ghorepani

Begin the morning with an uphill walk of about two hours all the way to Ulleri village, with views of Annapurna South and Mt. Machhapuchare. From here, the walk gets better as you continue past Bhanthati and along a pleasant trail through alpine forest of oak, pine, and rhododendron trees.
The slow walk continues with a short climb, gaining height as you reach Ghorepani village, with fabulous views of the Mt. Dhaulagiri range of peaks. Ghorepani is populated by the Poon/Magar ethnic tribe and is famous for the Poon Hill viewpoint.

Day 05

Poon Hill Sunrise and Trek to Tadapani

Early in the morning, hike to Poon Hill at 3,210 m for sunrise views of the mountains, from Mt. Dhaulagiri and Mt. Manaslu to Annapurna, and as far as Ganesh Himal towards Mt. Machhapuchare, "The Fish Tail".
After superb mountain views and sunrise, continue walking from Ghorepani to Tadapani. The route climbs through enchanting rhododendron forest all the way to Tadapani for an overnight stop. Tadapani is situated in the middle of rhododendron, magnolia, and oak forest, with fabulous views of Mt. Machhapuchare and Annapurna South.

Day 06

Descend to Ghandruk Village

In the morning, walk downhill through the forest to reach the large village of Ghandruk, populated by the Gurung people, the hill tribe of the Annapurna region. On reaching Ghandruk, stop for lunch and an overnight stay.
Spend the afternoon free to explore the village and its small Gurung museum, where you can gather information about the local people and their impressive culture and history.

Day 07

Trek to Syauli Bazaar and Drive to Pokhara

On the last day of the trek, the morning leads to a pleasant downhill walk towards the lower and warmer farm areas at Syauli Bazaar.
Then take an enjoyable short drive to scenic and beautiful Pokhara for an overnight stay by the famous serene Phewa Lake.

Day 08

Return to Kathmandu

In the morning, leave Pokhara for an exciting overland journey back to Kathmandu, observing farm villages and towns along the route.
After reaching Kathmandu in the afternoon, spend the rest of the day free for individual activities and souvenir shopping.

Day 09

Departure from Kathmandu

Transfer to the airport according to your flight schedule to board your return flight.

Where this trip takes you

Poon Hill sunrise, Mt. Dhaulagiri and Annapurna South, Phewa Lake, Ghandruk village

The route

Where you'll travel

Tour route map — Round trip from Ring Rd 4 cities · 9 Days

The fine print

Trip details

What's Included

Airport pick-up and drop-off by private vehicle
Two nights in a standard selected hotel in Kathmandu with breakfast
Two nights in a standard hotel in Pokhara with breakfast
Meals during the trek: standard meals in the mountains (breakfast, lunch, and dinner) during the trekking
3 cups of hot tea during the trek
An experienced government licence holder English-speaking guide, including food, accommodation, salary, and insurance
Porter service: 1 porter for two clients, including food, accommodation, salary, and insurance
Annapurna Conservation Area Permit (ACAP)
Trekkers' Information Management System (TIMS)
Kathmandu to Pokhara and Pokhara to Kathmandu tourist bus ticket
Accommodation during trekking: all accommodations in lodges/tea houses during the trek
Fresh fruit during the trek
Medical kit bag
Welcome and farewell dinner

What's Not Included

Nepal entry visa fee (you may easily issue the visa upon your arrival at Tribhuvan International Airport, Kathmandu)
Your travel and rescue insurance
International airfare and airport departure tax
All food in Kathmandu, and also in the case of an early return from the mountain due to any reason other than the scheduled itinerary
All expenses in the mountains beyond the scheduled itinerary due to strikes, delays, or cancelled flights
Extra night hotel in Kathmandu if you arrive early or depart later than the scheduled itinerary
All bar bills and personal expenses, such as phone calls, laundry service, battery recharge, bottled water, hot water, and showers
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 and company T-shirt: We supply complimentary duffel bags and 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 sleeping bag 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, and a refillable water bottle (approximately 15-20 litres).
Head: warm hat, sun cap, headlamp, sunglasses, alarm clock, torch/flashlight, earplugs, and eye mask.
Feet: thin lightweight inner socks, thick warm wool hiking socks, hiking boots with spare laces, camp shoes (sneakers and/or sandals), and gaiters for hiking in winter.
Hands: lightweight gloves, heavyweight gloves or mittens, with a waterproof outer shell (seasonal).
Lower body: undergarments, hiking shorts, lightweight cotton long pants, light and expedition-weight thermal bottoms, fleece or wool pants (seasonal), and waterproof shell pants, preferably breathable fabric.
Upper body: T-shirts, light and expedition-weight thermal tops, fleece jacket or pullover, fleece Wind-Stopper jacket (optional), and a waterproof shell jacket, preferably breathable fabric.
Accessories: sleeping bag inner liner, batteries, Kindle, first aid kit, trekking poles, water bottles, toiletries, small wash towel, toilet paper, hand sanitiser, lip balm, face and body moisturiser, earplugs, sewing kit, knife, lighter, and a small padlock.
Toiletries: nail cutter, small mirror, toothbrush/paste, and multipurpose soap.
Extras: wet wipes (baby wipes), tissue/toilet roll, anti-bacterial hand wash, book, trail map/guidebook, pencils, small notebooks, regular medicine, sanitary pads, and playing 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 is combined with the popular Annapurna Base Camp trail. It is one of the classic and multi-cultural treks in the Annapurna region. We ensure that most trekkers can complete the trek easily, and it would be one of the best journeys in Nepal.
NHTE's dawn jacket, sleeping bag, and duffle bag are available if needed.
Emergency helicopter service can be arranged, and the cost must be incurred by your insurance company.

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