Ghorepani Poonhill Trek is one of the most demanding and popular trekking destinations in the Annapurna region. Every year thousands of trekkers travel to this area for the sightseeing of Himalayan ranges. Poonhill is incredibly famous for its majestic sunrise and sunset view as well as the view of beautiful mountains such as Mt.Machhapuchre, Mt.Dhaulagiri, Mt.Manaslu, and Mt. Annapurna, etc. It is one of the easiest routes in the Annapurna Sanctuary.
One can get an opportunity to explore the unique lifestyle, culture, food, and history of people living in this region for hundreds of years. One of the major attractions of this journey is the closer and crystal-clear view of Mt. Annapurna which one can easily see from the summit of this hill. The warm welcome of the local people is equally as enjoyable. This trek is well marked as there are lots of hotels, restaurants, and guest houses. As tourists on this route are increasing day by day, as a result, more hotels are on way to establishment. It is also a great trekking spot to do as an acclimatization trek before attempting more challenging trek/routes.
Ghorepani Poonhill Trek starts with the sightseeing of some of the famous heritage sites of Kathmandu valley. Like other trekking routes in the Annapurna Sanctuary area, there are different starting and finishing points. The most popular way for this trek is to start from Nayapul and finish in Ghandruk. Similarly, one can also perform this trek starting from Ghandruk and finishing in Nayapul. There are jeeps and buses to Pokhara from both of the villages.
Also, there are possibilities to expand the trekking journey with beautiful routes to the Annapurna Base Camp along with the Machhapuchre base camp.
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Ghorepani Poon Hill trek is short yet very beautuful. It begins from Nayapul, which is 1050m above sea level. First day is exciting walk to Machapuchare (Mt. Fishtail) 6997m and field terraces with crops of rice, wheat, corn etc. There are many Gurung people and Magar, Chetri people.
Day 2 is more challenging beginning after breakfast for about 2 hrs uphill walk (2850m).
Day 3 we will leave early morning to trek to Poon Hill to arrive in time for the sunrise and enjoy breakfast with gorgeous panoramic views of the Annapurna Range mountains with Mt. Dhaulagiri at 8167m. Then we continue trek to Tadapani 2630m, which offers beautiful view of Annapurna South and Himchuli, Mt. Fishtail (Machhapuchhare).
Day 4 Tadapani to Ghandruk 3 – 4 hrs easy walk in the forest and more photo opportunities to see Annapurna South, Himchuli and Mt. Machhapuchhare. After lunch at Ghandruk, we visit the Gurung Museum and 30 minutes walk to private transport pick-up.
‘Christmas and Happy Near Year’ short trek in Nepal
Ghorepani Poon Hill trek is short yet very beautuful. It begins from Nayapul, which is 1050m above sea level. First day is exciting walk to Machapuchare (Mt. Fishtail) 6997m and field terraces with crops of rice, wheat, corn etc. There are many Gurung people and Magar, Chetri people.
Day 2 is more challenging beginning after breakfast for about 2 hrs uphill walk (2850m).
Day 3 we will leave early morning to trek to Poon Hill to arrive in time for the sunrise and enjoy breakfast with gorgeous panoramic views of the Annapurna Range mountains with Mt. Dhaulagiri at 8167m. Then we continue trek to Tadapani 2630m, which offers beautiful view of Annapurna South and Himchuli, Mt. Fishtail (Machhapuchhare).
Day 4 Tadapani to Ghandruk 3 – 4 hrs easy walk in the forest and more photo opportunities to see Annapurna South, Himchuli and Mt. Machhapuchhare. After lunch at Ghandruk, we visit the Gurung Museum and 30 minutes walk to private transport pick-up.
‘Christmas and Happy Near Year’ short trek in Nepal
Hotel in Kathmandu 3 nights and Pokhara 3 nights.
# Professional Trekking guide and 1 porter for 2 people during the trek.
#Trekking permits and TIMS cards.
# Tourist bus from Kathmandu to Pokhara and Kathmandu, Pokhara to Nayapul and Kimche to Pokhara by private car, van or jeep. Airport transfers (pick-up and departure).
# Accommodation with 3 meals per day breakfast, lunch and dinner.
# Insurance for Trekking guide and porters (salary and food).
# Private car, jeep or van for city sightseeing with tour guide and Tourist Entrance fees.
#13% Government VAT.
# Lunch and Dinner in Kathmandu and Pokhara.
# Hard (alcohol) and soft drinks such as coke, fanta.
# Emergency rescue.
# Tips for Guide, Porter and Driver.
Minimum 4pax. If under 4pax then price could increase. Thank you.
TREKKING SUGGESTED EQUIPMENT UP TO 5,500m.
1 pair strong mountain /hiking boots
1 Sleeping bag(comfortable to -10C)
1 Medium/Large rucksack/backpack
1 Down Jacket/all weather Anorak
1 Light water & windproof jacket
1 Pair waterproof gaiters/ overtrouser
1 or 2 1-litre water bottles.
1 Inner sleeping sheet.
1 Torch/Flashlight and spare bastteries.
2 Long sleeve cotton shirts
1 Medium sized towel
1 Washing kit:Inlude personal toiletries,Talcum power
Moleskin for blisters
Toilet paper
Bio degradable soap/shampoo
Any personal medication
1 Pair shorts.
1 Fleece/warm sweater
1 Pair sports shoes/sandals
2 Pair lightweight trousers
1 Sweatshirt/light sweater
2 T-shirts
1 Small day pack
2 Pairs light socks
3 Pairs heavy wool socks
1 cotton Headscarf/bandanna
1 Warm hat/Gloves(waterproof)
1Sunglasses and sunhat
1 Money belt
Underwear(including thermals)
3/4 Plastic bags for wrapping clothes
Water purification tablets/solution(Preferably Iodine)
Sun-block(30-50 SPF)
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