Ghorepani Poon Hill Trek
Ghorepani Poon Hill trekking is a perfect short trek in Nepal that not only lets you experience what it is like trekking in the Himalayas but also takes you across humble & welcoming local communities. A lifetime journey amidst verdant forests and snow-capped western Himalayan mountains.
Ghorepani Poon Hill trek is a short trek in the Annapurna region. This trek explores the lush rhododendron forests of the Annapurna Conservation Area, remote settlements, and hidden waterfalls perched on hills. Ghorepani Poon hill trek is very much loved by the trekkers because of its gentle trail and breathtaking mountain panoramas. The Ghorepani Poon hill trekking serves best for anyone looking for a short trek in Nepal. It is a slow journey. You get to relive every moment during the trek.
Our Ghorepani Poon hill trek itinerary is well designed to let you experience the finest trekking in the Himalayas. It is a 10 days trek that welcomes people of all ages. So, you can do Poon hill trekking with your kids and the whole family. Located near Pokhara, the city of lakes, the Ghorepani trek begins at Nayapul, which is a one-hour drive from the city. No previous trekking experience is needed to join this trek. You only have to be healthy and can walk 5 to 6 hours a day.
If you are already in Pokhara, then you can also join our Poon hill trekking. Just get in touch with us and let us know when you want to depart. Our team will arrange everything for you and your group. You can also customize our Ghorepani Poon hill trek itinerary and extend the trek to the Annapurna base camp.
Ghorepani Poon hill trek attractions
A short comfortable trek with most of the modern facilities
Ghorepani Poon hill trek is an easy trek and one of the best family treks in Nepal. The trail is well made and has all the necessary facilities that make the trekking pleasant. The terrain is doable for any fit individual to join. With gentle walking, there are a few adventurous sections too. You'll have the best time trekking to Poon hill.
Adventurous trail regardless of gentle pace
Even though we say Poon hill is an easy trek, the trail has its fair share of ascends and descends. There are a few steep and rough paths. You have to climb a long rocky staircase. The trail passes through dense forests and crosses thrilling suspension bridges on the way. Likewise, you'll walk by beautiful waterfalls and terraced fields. You may also come across yaks and mules on the trail.
Spend nights in beautiful villages and get to see the lifestyle of the locals
Our Ghorepani Poon hill trek itinerary has stopovers in beautiful villages like Tikhedhunga (1,580 m), Ghorepani (2,860 m), Tadapani (2,610 m), and Ghandruk (1,940 m). People of different communities such as Brahmin, Chhetri, Magar, Gurung, etc reside in these villages. The daily lifestyle of the mountain people, along with their culture & tradition, will grab your attention.
The locals are very friendly and hospitable. You get to spend time with them and interact with them. Likewise, all the villages will welcome you with outstanding scenery.
Catch gorgeous sunrise from Poon hill
Poon hill is a hill station located 270 km west of Kathmandu. It takes 2 to 3 days of walking from Pokhara to reach Poon Hill. Poon hill is situated at 3,210 m and is a famous viewpoint in the lower Annapurna region. The route to this viewpoint offers an impressive walk, so travelers love the trail. From Poon hill, you'll get to see one of the most heartwarming sunrises along with a stretching view of the western Himalayan mountains.
Witness snow-capped mountains throughout the trail and diverse landscapes
From day one of the Ghorepani Poon hill trekking, you get to witness a glimpse of snow-capped mountains. The mountain views gradually get prominent and clear as the trek progresses. The trek offers numerous views of hills and mountains like Annapurna I (8,091 m), Annapurna South (7,219 m), Dhaulagiri (8,167 m), Nilgiri (7,061 m), Fishtail (6,993 m), Hiunchuli (6,441 m), Gangapurna (7,455 m), Dhampus Peak (6,012 m), Tukuche peak (6,920 m), etc. Similarly, the landscape changes with every bend in the trail.
Enjoy a guided sightseeing tour in Kathmandu
We have a guided sightseeing tour in Kathmandu. One of our friendly guides will accompany you during the sightseeing of monuments. We'll use a private vehicle to commute between the historical sites. There are many places and monuments to look at around Kathmandu, and covering all of them in one day is not possible.
So, in this guided tour, we'll take you to four UNESCO World Heritage Sites- Pashupatinath Temple, Boudhnath Stupa, Kathmandu Durbar Square, and Swayambhunath. All of these monuments have a great history and historical importance to Nepalese. You'll learn a lot about Nepal's history, culture, art, and architecture on this tour.
Unwind at the shore of Phewa Lake in Pokhara
You'll enjoy two nights in Pokhara on this trek. We'll book a nice hotel for your overnight stay in Lakeside, which is like Thamel of Pokhara. Therefore, you'll have all the time to spend the evenings exploring the Lakeside Market and unwind at Phewa Lake. You can go boating on the lake and catch soothing sunsets.