Ghorepani Poon Hill Trek 7 Days
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- Booking Type Instant booking
- duration 7 days
- tour type Private and Group
- age requirement 7-90 yrs
- max group size 10
- guiding method Fully guided
- Tour Code BM-38547
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- Enjoy views of alpine lakes, fields, and mountains including Annapurna South
- One of Nepal's most famous short treks—and for good reason
- Hike 3,210m to be rewarded by panoramic views of Dhaulagiri
- Trek to the sunrise viewpoint, Poon Hill
The second feature of this trek is a firsthand experience of Gurung and Magar village life and their adherence to Tibetan Buddhism that influences their architecture and everyday activities. Feel the genuine warmth while passing through the villages of Ulleri, Ghorepani, and Ghandruk.
Follow a trail through lush rhododendron forests that will make you reach for your camera. The trail takes you through the Modi Khola Valley and then on to Tikhedhunga. Shortly after crossing the suspension bridge over the Modi Khola (river) we begin the climb of 3300 steps up Ulleri hill and then through a rhododendron forest before reaching the Magar Village of Ghorepani (2855m). The best views from Poon Hill are at sunrise or sunset, so an early rise is essential on the day we head to Poon Hill. The sun rising over the Annapurna Ranges is stunning as the light reflects off the white peaks. This is a magic moment as you hastily snap photos through the phases of changing light. On the way back to Pokhara we come to the Gurung village of Ghandruk with its traditional style of houses and their stone roofs with a magical mountain backdrop.
This all-season trek is considered by many as the best trek in the Annapurna region. This trek is ideal for families with children and will allow you to experience the Annapurna region in a short space of time. All meals and accommodation are included.
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Day 1: Drive from Kathmandu to Pokhara (1,350m)
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Day 2: Drive to Nayapul (1,010 m) & Trek to Tikhedunga 1,570m
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Day 3: Trek from to Ghorepani (2,860m)
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Day 4: Hike up to Poonhill (3,210m) to Tadapani (2,610m)
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Day 5: Trek from Tadapani to Ghandruk (1,940m)
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Day 6: Trek to Nayapul and drive to Pokhara (8,50m)
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Day 7: Drive from Pokhara to Kathmandu (1,350m)
- Standard twin-sharing accommodation in a three-star hotel in Pokhara (2 nights only) including breakfast
- Teahouse/lodge accommodation during the trek.
- English speaking Government license holder trekking guide with all his salary, food, drinks, accommodation, transport and insurance.
- Duffel bag (to be returned after trip completed)
- Ghorepani-Poonhill trekking map.
- Oximeter to check your pulse and oxygen saturation and heart rate twice daily
- Assistant guide group size above 6+ persons.
- Transportation from Kathmandu to Pokhara and back to Kathmandu by Tourist Bus.
- Transportation from Pokhara to Nayapul and back to Pokhara by Private vichels.
- Annapurna Conservation Area Permit and Trekkers’ Information Management System (TIMS card)
- Government taxes, service charges, and official expenses
- 3 meals a day during the trek (lunch, dinner and breakfast)
- Porter
- 2 nights Kathmandu Hotel
- International flight fare
- Personal travel insurance
- Porters (one porter for two people). Can be added on at checkout
- Lunch and dinner in Pokhara and Kathmandu
- Hotel accommodation in Kathmandu
- Personal expenses and extras like drinks (alcoholic and non alcoholic cold and hot drinks), all desserts and sweet things, hot shower and battery charging, etc.
- Tips for the guide, porter and driver (expected)
- Earn US$ 28+ in travel credits.
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Free cancellation up to 60 days prior departure, after which the deposit becomes non-refundable.
Other Practical InformationThe following information will give you some idea about what you need to bring for the trek. It is important you do not forget the essential items, as this will determine your comfort and safety on the trek. Equally important is that you do not burden yourself with unnecessary equipment on the trek. General: all season sleeping bag and down jacket (we can provide if you need it, but has to be returned after the trek), duffle bag (we provide duffle bag during the trek but has to be returned after the trek), a wind and waterproof thin layered jacket (a musthave for morning and evenings above 3,000m), daypack Head / ears / eyewear: a pair of half gloves, a warmer hat that covers the ears, sunglasses, neckwarmer, sunscreen, headlamp and an extra set of batteries Hands: pair of half gloves for walking poles(if you prefer), warmer shell gloves and liner Upper body: long sleeve tshirts, thermal tops, wool jacket or pullover, sports bras for women and girls, water and windproof shell jacket Lower body: thermal underwear (especially trousers), windproof and waterproof trousers, warmer trousers, comfortable trekking pants, extra casual sport pants Footwear: a pair of good waterproof trekking boots, pair of sandals, 45 pairs of woolen socks, sock liners, light shoes and sneakers First aid kits and medicines, assorted adhesive bandages (fabric preferred), blister treatment cream or similar, insect / antiitch ointment, ibuprofen or other painrelief medication, diamox (125mg to 250mg tablets for altitude sickness), warps, splints, and wound coverings butterfly bandage, water purifying pills. Please note our company guide will carry the medicines and first aid kits during the trek. However, we recommend you bring your personal firstaid kit as well. Miscellaneous: 4 passport size photos with original passport, water bottle & filter, flight details, bathroom kit (should include toilet paper, plastic bags, hand wipes, towel, and soap, etc.) Extra things: comfortable trekking poles, quality energy dry foods (up to you), power bank and music players, camera (memory card, chargers, and extra batteries-
How much money do I need to bring with me?
Your personal budget obviously depends on your spending habits and what is included in your trip cost. If accommodation is included, but meals are not, we would suggest that you bring around 30 USD per day per person for meals. Having a hot shower or charging your device sometimes costs extra. There are also sometimes small crafts/souvenirs to buy along the trekking route which you may want to bring extra money for. Also, consider whether you would be staying in Kathmandu or Pokhara before or after your trek.
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How much should my backpack weigh?
A properly packed backpack (not including your day pack) should ideally not weigh more than 13 kg. It is also important to note that if you are taking a flight to the start of your trek, many smaller aircraft have weight restrictions. For example, if you are flying from Kathmandu to Lukla, you are only allowed 10kg of checked luggage, and 5 kg of hand baggage. Thus, in case of a small flight, you should ideally pack a 10 kg backpack for checked luggage, and then add 5 kg in your hand baggage. You can then re-shuffel the weigt once you start your trek at the trailhead.
- Do I need a porter?
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Do I require a porter for carrying water?
On most popular treks you can expect plenty of places where you can refill your water bottle, meaning you don’t need to carry a huge water supply with you. Bring an extra bottle of water if you are concerned. If you already have a porter, you can ask him/her to carry water as long as it is within the weight limit. Another option is to carry water purification tablets or LifeStraw, both of which can be found in Kathmandu.