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4 daysDuration
Private TourPrivate experience, no group joining
80 peopleMaximum group size
2 peopleMinimum to book
12 - 79 yearsAge range for participants
English, NepaliGuide language
Moderate
Involves sustained activity requiring a reasonable level of fitness and endurance.
3210mHighest point reached
Starts
Pokhara, Nepal
Ends
Pokhara, Nepal
Highlights
Sunrise from Poon Hill
Himalayan views
Ghandruk Village
Gurung culture and lifestyle
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What's Included
Pick up from hotel, drive on a jeep to HileTrek permit (Annapurna conservation area entry fee and TIMS card fee)Teahouse accommodationBreakfastAn English speaking guideGhandruk- Nayapul - Pokhara by local transferGovernment imposed taxes
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Along your route, you'll meander beside the Bhurungdi River, passing rice paddies in the lowlands and lush jungles alive with playful monkeys and a symphony of birdlife. As you climb higher, you'll traverse rocky trails and visit traditional villages, offering the chance to sample local delicacies and connect with welcoming Nepali communities. The gentle immersion into local culture, combined with manageable trekking distances, makes this tour package particularly appealing for families and mature travelers seeking both comfort and authentic experiences.
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day 1 - Drive to Hile (1,010m) & Trek to Ulleri (1,900m)
We will drive to Hile from Pokhara which takes around 2.5 hours. From Hile, we will continue the trek to Ulleri for about 3.5 hours.
Duration:3 hours
Accommodation: Guest house
day 2 - Trek to Ghorepani (2,860m)
Trek to Ghorepani, mostly uphill.
Duration:4 hours
Accommodation: Guest house
Meals:Breakfast
day 3 - Hike to Poon Hill (3,210m) & Trek to Tadapani (2,660m)
Early morning to Poon Hill for sunrise and further trek to Tadapani.
Duration:6 hours
Accommodation: Guest house
Meals:Breakfast
day 4 - Trek to Kimche via Ghandruk (1,010m) & ride to Pokhara
The tour ends in Pokhara.(trekking hour is about 4 hours to Kimchi and 2.5 hours drive from Kimchi to Pokhara)
Duration:6.5 hours
Meals:Breakfast
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Poongkodi NagappanVerified Traveler
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4 Days Mardi Himal Trek
This is was a wonderful trek that introduced us to the Annapurna region. We highly recommend this trek and tour operator.
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Lisa SteciukVerified Traveler
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Sarah FarhoudVerified Traveler
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Poon Hill trekking
I took my trekking adventure with a local travel operator and my guide was Satoush. The trip was amazing
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AnonymousVerified Traveler
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Great trek with amazing views!
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