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Ghorepani Poon Hill Trekking

Ghorepani Poon Hill trekking is also known as the small Annapurna Circuit and it is very popular holidays in Nepal for Nepal trekking with family and children. The bravura mountain scenery and the beautiful ethnic villages validate the popularity of Ghorepani trekking. The trekking offers the splendid Himalayan views including the Mount Dhaulagiri 8167m, Annapurna I 8091m, Fishtail / Machhapuchhre 6998m, Nilgiri 7041m, Annapurna south 7219m, Annapurna II 7939m, Annapurna III 7555m, Annapurna IV 7525m, Lamjung Himal 6988m, Hiunchuli 6441m, Tukuche peak 6920m etc. Ghorepani poon hill 3210m is also one of the best view points in Annapurna region. The best part of this trek is the visit to Poonhill (3210m) from where we can enjoy a fabulous sunrise over the whole Himalayan range and the surrounding rice terraces

Ghorepani Poonhill trek is one of the easy trekking trails in Annapurna region which can be done within 1 week. The the trekking to Gorepani poon hill offers some of the most dramatic close-up views of the highest and most beautiful mountains in the world. The start of our journey passes through rhododendron and mixed forest alive with ferns and birds, through the villages of the Gorkha with their spectacular Himalayan back drops and leads to Ghorepani 2855m.

Trip Facts

Tour Code:NHT 09

Max. Altitude:3180m.

Trip Duration:10 Days

Trek Grade:Easy

Activities: Trekking + Tour

Accommodation: Lodge to Lodge

Transportation: Car / Van / Plane

Group Size: 1 min. 15 Max.

Best Time:Jan - May, Sept - Dec.

Per Day Hiking:5 to 6 hours

Trip Highlights

Kathmandu valley sightseeing by experience tour guide, Scenic Drive to Pokhara, Mixed Nepalese Culture, Walking Through Rhododendron Forest, Best Sunrise and Sunset View, Attractive View of Several Mountains Including Mt. Dhaulagiri, Nilgiri, Mt. Manaslu, Fishtail, Himchuli, Annapurna south, Mt. Annapurna I, Annapurna II, Annapurna III, Annapurna IV and so on..

Day to day Itinerary:

Day 01: Your arrival to Tribhuwan International Airport (TIA), you will be met by our Airport Representative, and transfer to hotel. Overnight at hotel. B.B.

Day 02: Full day sightseeing tour of Kathmandu valley (Pashupatinath Temple, Boudhanath, Swayambhu, and Kathmandu durbar square). Overnight at hotel. B.B.

Day 03: Kathmandu (1337) to Pokhara (910m) 6 hours.
After you breakfast at your hotel about 8 o’clock in the morning, then scenic drive to Pokhara via Prithivi Highway Approximately 6 hours. While driving we will have great chances to observe the rural people & various culture on the highway. After got Pokhara we will have some to explore around Pokhara valley. Overnight at hotel. B.L.D

Day 04: Drive to Naya Pul (New bridge), to Tikhe Dhunga (1495m) 4 hrs.
After breakfast at around 07:30 hrs drive to Naya Pul (42km) by car via the large village of Lumle and walk for about 20 minutes to Birethanti, a large and prosperous town. The trail follows the main street of Birethanti, going through bamboo forests and past a large waterfall and swimming hole. Beyond a pasture used by pony caravans, the trail reaches Ramghai where you have lunch. After lunch, climbs gradually up the side of the valley, reaching at Tikhe Dhunga. Overnight at Guest house. B.L.D

Day 05: Tikhe Dhunga (1495) to Ghorepani (2850m) 6 hrs.
Breakfast will served at 07:00 hrs. From Tikhe Dhunga the trail crosses a stream on a suspension bridge near the camp site at Tikhe Dhunga. The trail ascends a steep stone staircase (which has about 3300 steps) to the large Magar village Ulleri at 2080m. Above the village, the trail climbs gently through pastures and cultivated fields. There is a camp site for a rest and water stop one hour’s walk above Ulleri. The trail crosses two sparkling streams before making a short, final climb to Nangethanti where we stop for lunch. Thanti is a Nepali word meaning "rest house”. In the winter the trail can be covered with snow. From Nangethanti climb to Ghorepani at 2750m, from here we can see the spectacular panorama of Dhaulagiri I (8167m), Tukuche Nilgiri (6940m), Annapurna South, Annapurna I (8091m), Hiunchuli (6441m) and Tarke Kang (7193m). Overnight at Guest house. B.L.D

Day 06: Ghorepani (2850m) to Poon Hill (3180m) & Trek to Tadapani (2520m) 6-7 hrs.
An early start and hours of hike to Poon Hill (3195m) leads to a brilliant spectacle: an unobstructed view of sunrise over the high Himalayas. After spending about 40 minutes there, descend to Ghorepani for breakfast before the trek to Tadapani. The trail leads along ridges and through pine and rhododendron forests to Deurali (2960m). Then start the descend to Banthanti, where we will have lunch then leading to Tadapani. Overnight at guest house. B.L.D

Day 07: Tadapani (2520m) to Ghandruk (1950m) 3-4 hrs.
The Ghandruk trail descends steeply through forests to the village of Ghandruk where we will arrive around noon. We will overnight here so have the afternoon to visit the Annapurna conservation office and museum. As well as take time to explore this maze like village (3 hrs).

Day 08: Ghandruk (1950m) to Pokhara (910m) 5 hrs.
Today we descend from Ghandruk seuli Bazar & meet a flat trail along the Modi Khola, eventually we will make a circuit when we got Birethanti then we will have lunch at Birethanti, the place is very famous for fresh fish, trek continue towards Nayapul & drive to Pokhara by taxi/Van. Overnight at Hotel. B.L.D.

Day 09: Scenic drive from Pokhara (950) to Kathmandu (1337) 6 hrs. Overnight at hotel. B&B

Day 10: 15 minutes drive to Tribhuwan international airport (TIA) for your home departure! “Farewell

Note: B.B> Bed and Breakfast, B.L.D> Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner

Trip Cost USD 850.00 Per Person for Whole Trip!

Cost Include During the trip

1. Airport / Hotel / Airport pick up & transfer by car / Van.
2. 3 night’s accommodation with breakfast at deluxe hotel in Kathmandu.
3. Kathmandu city tour as per the above itinerary.
4. Meals (breakfast, lunch and dinner) with Tea & coffee during the trek.
5. Lodge to lodge accommodation during the trek.
6. 1 highly experienced, helpful and friendly Guide, porters (1 porter for 2 people), their food, accommodation, salary, equipments, insurance.
7. Surface Transfer from Kathmandu to Pokhara and from Pokhara to Kathmandu by private car / van.
8. Annapurna conservation permit and all necessary permits.
9. Trekkers' Information Management System (TIMS) Permit.
10. 2 night accommodation in Pokhara (inclusive of Government taxes, breakfast, lunch & dinner).
11. Government taxes & Office Service charge.

Cost Does not Include During The Trip

1. Meals whilst in Kathmandu allow US$ 10 - US$ 12 per meal.
2. Travel insurance (if you want us to arrange your travel insurance, we would greatly be happy to assist).
3. International air fare to and from Nepal.
4. Nepal entry visa fee US$ 30 (duration 60 days from date of issue)- you may easily issue the visa upon your arrival at Tribhuwan International Airport - Kathmandu.
5. International Airport Tax in Nepal - approx. US$ 24.
6. Items of a personal nature
7. Any kind of alcoholic drinks, hot water, hot shower, cold drinks, laundry, phone call and internet.
8. Tips for guide, porters, driver...

NOTE: Tipping is expected but it is not mandatory.

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