Poonhill Trekking

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We Just finished our 5-day trek to Poon Hill Trekking. our guide, Raman was super helpful and made everything as comfortable as possible on the mountain. Mr. Laxman Aryal company owner did excellent work. The tour company provided us best service we had a really wonderful experience. We will trek with them again and absolutely recommend others to choose them for their Service .

Chana | Traveled in January

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6 daysDuration

Private TourPrivate experience, no group joining

15 peopleMaximum group size

5 - 79 yearsAge range for participants

EnglishGuide language

3210mHighest point reached

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Kathmandu, Nepal

Pokhara, Nepal

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Highlights

Visit pleasant Ghandrung Gurung village

Fanstacic Sunrise view from Poonhill (3210m)

It is easy and short trek area

We will see fantastic view of himalayan from this area

Itinerary

Ghorepani Poonhill trekking also known as Annapurna balcony trekking is located in Annapurna region is of the most demanded and popular trekking trails. The trail to this trekking area offers spectacular mountain views from the hill top called Poon Hill (3210 m) which is one of the best panoramic view centers in the Annapurna region. From this place, one can see almost all the Himalayas lying in the areas such as Mt. Annapurna I (8091m), Annapurna II (7939m), Annapurna III (7555m), Annapurna IV (7525m), Mt. Dhaulagiri (8167m), Nilgiri (7041m), Fishtail (6998m), Hiunchuli (6441m), Lamjung Himal (6986m),Tukuche peak (6920m) among others, so as the unique landscapes in the area. One also can explore the charming settlement of diverse ethnic groups living in the areas namely of Gurung and Magars communities.

This is one of the easiest and the most demanding and visited trekking trails in Annapurna region. The trekking to this area begins from Pokhara via Nayapul, the trail continues along with Modi Khola to Birethati and climbs up via Tikhedunga Ulleri to Ghorepani, from here one can see the sunrise over the Himalayas and also the panoramic views of dozens of Himalayas, along the trails one can also explore the various kinds of butter flies, enjoy with the blend of culture and traditions of various ethnic groups such as Bramin ,Chhetri, Magar, Thakali, and gurung, After making final excursion to the Gorepani, Poon Hill, the trail takes back to Pokhara and return back to Kathmandu.

day 1Drive from Kathmandu to Pokhara by Tourist Bus

day 2Drive to Nayapul and Trek to Tikhedhunga (1,577m)

day 3Trek to Ghorepani (2,750m)

day 4Climb to Poon Hill (3,200m) and Trek to Tadapani

day 5Trek to Ghandruk (1,940m)

day 6Trek to Birethanti (1,025m) and drive back to Pokhara

What's Included

Bus ticket from Kathamndu to Pokhara

Private transport from Pokhara to trekking start point and vice - verse

1 nights’ accommodation with breakfast at a 2- 3star Pokhara

3 Meals a day Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner during the trek

Tea house accommodation during the trek.

Gov. Licensed experienced helpful and friendly guide his food, accommodation, salary, equipment, and accidental insurance for him.

Trekking map and trip achievement certificate.

First aid medical kit

Annapurna Conservation Park Permits fee.

TIMS Fee- Trekkers' Information Management System

Government taxes & office service charge

Optional Add-ons Available during check-out

What's Excluded

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Itinerary

day 1Drive from Kathmandu to Pokhara by Tourist Bus