Trip Overview
Poon Hill is one of the most popular vantage points in the Annapurna region that offers panoramic views of the Annapurna Mountain massif. The Annapurna Poon Hill Trek offers excursions to the beautiful lake-side city of Pokhara, where you can enjoy views of tall mountain peaks like Dhaulagiri (8,167m), Manaslu (8,516m), Machhapuchhre (6,993m), and many others in relative proximity. Famous as the adventure sport of the country, Pokhara offers activities like fishing, boating, and swimming on the pristine lakes of the valley. Pokhara is a lovely destination that encompasses the trekking trail going through it, Adorned with beautiful vegetation and verdant woodlands and forests. While boating, you can also see the reflection of the Machhapuchhre Mountain, also called “the Fish-Tail” mountain, on the shimmering surface of the Fewa Lake on a clear day. This short and compatible Annapurna Poon Hill Trek presents a neat package that incorporates all of the best trekking trails that are ornamented with lovely views of the mountains and natural beauties like no other. Annapurna is one of the most beautiful trekking destinations in the country.
Trekking through dense forests of fir and maple trees, the trail continues to Ghorepani and Poon Hill. You will also come across settlements and villages along the way and can observe the traditions and cultures of the people residing therein adjacent to enjoying the natural beauty of your surroundings. Starting off the trek from Kathmandu, a short scenic flight to Pokhara presents gorgeous sights of the terrain below. From Pokhara, the trekking trail continues to the large and prosperous town of Birethanti. Passing pasturelands and meadows blooming with flowers and mountain goats grazing, the Annapurna Poon Hill Trek has trails trudging to Tikhe Dhunga.
Ghorepani is a conserved area holding the most extensive rhododendron woods within its acreage. Ghorepani presents spectacular vistas of Dhaulagiri (8,167m), Annapurna I (8091m), Nilgiri (6940m), Hiunchuli Himal (6441m), and more from its location. Hiking to Poon Hill highlights the 180° view of the Annapurna massif and its surrounding peaks from its vantage point. Sights of mountains like Annapurna I (8,091m), Annapurna II (7937m), Annapurna III (7555m), Annapurna IV (7525m), Mt. Nilgiri (7,040m), Annapurna South (7219m), Lamjung Himal (6,986m) and many more are majestic to look at. Moreover, when the sun’s rays hit the mountains and change their color from ivory to burning saffron, the whole sight is breathtaking!
Our Annapurna Poon Hill Trek offers round-trip flights to/from Pokhara with the best of services. You can also choose an alternate package to go in the Annapurna region, like our Annapurna Panorama Trek package as well. With the best natural pulchritude, unique culture and traditions on the secluded villages and settlements, and magnificent views of the Annapurna Mountain, Annapurna Poon Hill Trek is a perfect trekking journey that lets you experience the best aspects of the region. So come and join us in this fantastic adventure!