“The Definition of Short, Sweet, and Rewarding Trek”
Ghorepani Poon Hill Trekking is one of the famous Trekking in Nepal because of its experience culture and awesome Mountains. This trek is well suited for those with limited time and first-time trekkers who want to experience the fascinating culture and awesome natural surroundings that make a real Himalayan experience. This is an excellent opportunity to experience the culture of the traditional Himalayan lifestyle in the Nepali countryside, as you share the track with shepherds and donkey trains and witness traditional Nepali farming life. Along the way, there are spectacular views of the snowy peaks of the Annapurnas, and your trek is topped off by the unforgettable mountain panorama from Poon Hill.
This, 10 days trek to the hill station of Poonhill in the Annapurna Region is a scenic adventure from the day you’ll start your trek. You’ll trek through some delightful villages with hospitable and smiling people and the beautiful, dense rhododendron forest. This trekking route is mostly famous for its panoramic views of the Annapurna and Dhaulagiri Mountain Ranges, and the surreal sunrise from Poonhill.
Landing in Kathmandu is quite an experience. The views of the Mountain ranges from the window seat of the airplane are totally amazing. In your trekking to Ghorepani – Poonhill you’ll see such views but from a close quarter.
Following your arrival at Tribhuvan International Airport, You’ll be welcomed to Nepal by a representative of Hiking Himalayas at TIA’s arrival terminal. We’ll transfer you to the hotel in a private car.
Overnight Stay in Kathmandu.
The scenic drive from Kathmandu to Pokhara(200 km) takes approximately 7 hours by tourist bus. We’ll leave from Kathmandu around 7;00 o’clock in the morning and have our lunch on the way to Pokhara(822m). You’ll arrive at Pokhara at approximately 2:00 o’clock. Pokhara lakeside sits, at the “front row center” of one of the most beautiful Himalayan panoramas in the world. The Annapurna and famous “Fishtail” mountain peak of Machapuchhare tower over the tropical setting of Pokhara and the time you spend there will be the scenic highlight of your trip. You’re free in Pokhara Valley also called the “Magic Land” or Dreamland” of Nepal, to explore the various interesting place of your own like boating in Fewa lake while looking at the Annapurna Range of the Himalayas. In the evening you will prepare yourself for your trek to Poon Hill.
Overnight Stay in Pokhara.
After Breakfast, we’ll drive toward Nayapul; the starting point of our trek which will take about one and a half hours. Crossing the suspension bridge over the Modi Khola river, we ascend slowly through terraced fields and classic mountain villages. Along the way, we will encounter mule or goat caravans carrying supplies to the mountains, heralded by the musical bells they wear. The stunning peaks of Machhapuchare and Annapurna peaking over the green ridges will greet us from time to time as we continue up to Tikhedhunga.
In the 5 hours of trek, we’ll walk along the Bhurungdi river, through the Lush forest, Hospitable Locals and Tea houses, and the charming Villages of Birethati(1025m), the hamlet of Matathanti, Hile, and finally Tikhedhunga(1480). Along the trail, you’ll enjoy the views of the Silvery mountains.
Overenight Stay in Tikhedhunga.
Today begins as a real heart-starter! After breakfast, we’ll hit the trail and take a steep ascent to get us going, and a more gradual uphill walk takes us to our Ghorepani(2775m). We will pass through some delightful villages and the beautiful, dense rhododendron forest – the characteristic of Nepal at these altitudes! If the weather is clear we will see stunning mountain views from Ghorepani, making the climb worth it! At Ghorepani, we are on the Annapurna Circuit route and there are likely to be lots of travelers passing through this ridge-top settlement in both directions. Ghorepani literally means “horse water” and is a popular stopping place for the mule trains which ply the route from Pokhara to Jomsom and beyond. The impressive peak which can be seen across the broad valley of the Kali Gandaki to the northwest is Dhaulagiri.
Overnight Stay in Dhaulagiri.
It is an absolute must for those who stay at Ghorepani to make the walk up to the celebrated viewpoint of Poon Hill(3210m), which overlooks the village. Dawn is the best time to go so we arrange a wake-up call for 5 am and head up the well-marked track. The first light of dawn illuminates Dhaulagiri(8167m) and Tukuche Peak (6920m) with a surreal pink glow.
You may be able to buy coffee in Poon Hill to take advantage of the morning trade. After the views, we return to Ghorepani for breakfast, before trekking on to Tadapani(2630m) through the rhododendron forest. If we are lucky we’ll see some wild animals, such as langur monkeys climbing through the trees. We’ll trek through the village of Deurali, Banthati(3100m)before reaching Tadapani. There are excellent views of Annapurna South(7219m), Hiunchuli(6441m), and Machhapuchhare (6,993m) from Tadapani.
Overnight Stay in Tadapani.
From Tadapani the trail descends through beautiful forests to Ghandruk(2012m), the village of the Gurung ethnic people of Nepal, known for their distinctive dialect, culture, costume, and lifestyle. Ghandruk is also home to many soldiers from the famous Gurkha regiments. From here we can have stunning views of Annapurna south, Hiunchuli, Gangapurna, AnnapurnaIII, and Fishtail. You may visit Old Gurung Museum. This is the 2nd largest Gurung village in Nepal.
Overnight Stay in Ghandruk.
After breakfast, we’ll enjoy a final downhill walk through forest and villages for about 5 hrs to Nayapul. This will be the last trek of our trip. From here we drive for about 1 hour back to Pokhara(822m) where our trek ends and we can enjoy a shower and relax in the stunning lakeside town enjoying the memories!
Overnight Stay in Pokhara.
Leaving footprints in the trails and preserving the memories of the Annapurna Region, we’ll drive towards Kathmandu. You’ll enjoy the curvy roads of Nepal’s hills and its greenery along the way. We’ll drop you off at the hotel and the day is over. You could do some last-minute shopping and packing, send a few postcards home or even go down for a stroll to Thamel, an internationally known hub for tourists in Asia.
Overnight stay at Kathmandu.
After breakfast, we’ll visit Swayambhunath Stupa, said to be 2000 years stupa on a hillock that offers a breathtaking view of Kathmandu City. We will then proceed to visit Pasupatinath and Bouddhanath. After lunch, we’ll visit Kathmandu Durbar Square, Patan (Lalitpur) – which is the oldest of the three major cities in Kathmandu Valley – famous for its Buddhist monuments and Hindu temples, and you can catch the traditional artisans working with wood, stones, and metals.
After we finish Sightseeing, You’ll be gifted with an evening farewell dinner in a traditional way and many other surprises, for they’ve had a quality time with you.
Overnight Stay in Kathmandu.
Our Nepalese support team will take you to the airport for your flight home. (Or stay longer for short tours such as a drive to National parks, do some wild-water rafting, a Tibet tour, or even mountain biking, etc – please don’t hesitate to let us know. We would be glad to help you. Thank you for doing this venture with us & it’s been wonderful knowing you over the weeks. Please do stay in touch in the months ahead. BonVoyage & take care!!!
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The following is a list of clothing and accessories that we recommend for Manaslu Circuit Trekking. This is not intended to be a comprehensive clothing and equipment list; rather it is intended to act as a reminder of those items that we feel necessary for your comfort and convenience. However, we recognize that you may have your own personal preferences for clothing which may be equally as suitable.
Head
Sun hat or scarf
Light or warm fleece hat.
Sunglasses
Upper Body
T-shirts (4)
Light and expedition-weight thermal tops
Fleece jacket or sweater
Fleece Wind-Stopper jacket (optional)
Waterproof (preferably breathable fabric) shell jacket
Down vest and/or jacket (optional)
Hands
Lightweight gloves
Heavyweight gloves or mittens with a waterproof shell outer
Lower Body
Underwear (4)
Hiking shorts (4)
Lightweight cotton long pants
Lightweight thermal bottoms
Fleece or wool pants
Waterproof (preferably breathable fabric) shell pants
Feet
Thin, lightweight inner socks (4)
Thick, warm wool hiking socks (4)
Hiking boots with spare laces
Camp shoes (sneakers and/or sandals)
Accessories
Sleeping bag rated -10C. to -20C
Headlamp and batteries
Basic First Aid Kit (see Health and Medicinal)
Water bottles
Toiletries
Small wash towel
Optional Items
Swiss Knife
Playing cards/backgammon/chess set
Books (Highly Recommended)
Binoculars
With more than 20+ years of experience in the tourism industry, our agency is registered under the Ministry of Tourism. It is also a license holder of NMA, NTB, and NRB. We also provide you with local guides, who are used to the surroundings, so you won't face any difficulties in the trek.
This trek is considered moderately challenging. You'll have to walk for longer distances and up to 5 hours per day to complete this trek. You won't have a hard time completing this trek if you're physically fit.
Based on your satisfaction and the guides' behavior you can tip the guides. We suggest you tip up to 15% of the total trip cost to the guides.
Yes, you'll get internet facilities everywhere on this trek. But, you may have to pay extra charges to use it. And the internet may not be that fast.
Poonhill is famous for its Panoramic view of the Annapurna and Dhaulagiri Mountain Ranges. People mostly visit here for the insane sunrise and sunset seen from the Himalayas.
Poonhill trekking is perfect for those with less time and who want a Himalayan adventure. This is suitable for people who just got into trekking as this is not that hard trek.
Hi all,
Raj Nepal and his supporting staff were wonderful! He is very knowledgeable about trekking and speaks English very well. I only had a short holiday but he helped me make the best of my time there. The itinerary was excellent and I highly recommend the Annapurna trek for anyone who has never been to Nepal. Raj was very flexible, meeting all of my requests. He was also extremely timely and never running late for pick-ups or drop offs.
Raj Nepal gave me a taste of the local culture in all the mountain towns and knew all of the best spots with the most incredible views to eat, drink some tea or rest for the night. Further more, I was very impressed with how much care he showed for the families living in those mountain towns, understanding how much even a little business helps them and wanting to help make their lives better. Thanks again for a great time Raj! I won’t forget it.
Brittany
Email: brit.orlandini@gmail.com
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