Poon Hill Short Trek

Duration: 3 Days5/5(4 reviews)
At a Glance
  • Duration 3 Days
  • Trip Grade Moderate
  • Destination Nepal
  • Start/End Pokhara/Pokhara
  • Group Size 1-12
  • Max. Altitude 3210m

Highlights

  • Go on a short trek in the Annapurna region
  • Explore the Annapurna Sanctuary abundant in flora and fauna
  • Easy access trail to trail from Pokhara
  • Trek through lush forests or rhododendrons and picturesque villages
  • Cross thrilling suspension bridges and beautiful waterfalls
  • Get to see rural Nepal and the lifestyle of mountain people
  • Witness stunning mountain views from Ghorepani village
  • The Poon Hill offers gorgeous sunrise with snowy mountains all around it
  • Budget-friendly, quick escape in nature to unwind and relax

Poon Hill Short Trek 3 Days

Embark on a short yet adventurous trek in the Annapurna Region. Trek to the famous viewpoint, Poon Hill, and spend a night in the picturesque Ghorepani village on our short Ghorepani Poon Hill trek 3-Days.
 
We have designed this budget-friendly & short venture in the Annapurna region that provides you a peek into Nepali culture and lets you taste the adrenaline of trekking in the Himalayas. Poon Hill trekking is an easy and short trek. The trail has the perfect balance of steep and gentle walks.
 
From Pokhara, the trail ascends 3,210 meters to a hilltop called Poon Hill. It offers sweeping views of the Annapurna and Dhaulagiri ranges, along with several other snowy mountains. The gentle pace of the trail through lush forests and remote mountain villages has won the hearts of hundreds of backpackers.
 
Throughout the Short Poon Hill trek route, you get to witness majestic views of the western Himalayan mountains. Ghorepani village is surrounded by giant mountains, and the scenery from here is tempting too. Likewise, you can see mountains like Annapurna I (8,091 m), Annapurna South (7,219 m), Dhaulagiri (8,167 m), Nilgiri (7,061 m), Tukuche (6,920 m), Gangapurna (7,455 m), Hiuncuhli (6,441 m), Baraha Shikhar, and many others dominating the lush green hills and valleys.
 
Another great side of the Poon Hill trek for 3 days is the lovely villages and the locals. During the trek, you pass by many settlement areas, including Tikhedhunga (1,480 m), Birethanti (1,263 m), Ulleri (2,070 m), and Ghorepani (2,874 m). People from numerous communities reside in these villages. You get to see the daily lifestyle of mountain people and interact with them.
 
Overall, the Poon Hill trek is an ultimate short trek and a must-do for everyone. In a matter of time, you can leave behind the chaos of Pokhara and hit the tranquil trail. On top of that, the trail is easygoing, so no preparation is needed at all.
 
Poon Hill trek is available on any day of the year, and you can place the booking as per your availability. You can also tailor-make the Poon hill trek itinerary or a private trek if you wish.

    Poon Hill trek Attractions

    There are so many reasons that make the Poon Hill trek one of the best short treks in the Him-alayas. Do not underestimate the experience this trek offers just because of its quick itinerary. We have mentioned some of the reasons that make the Poon Hill trek a must-do

    A quick escape into nature

    You do not have to go on long, expensive, and difficult treks to enjoy Nepal's natural beauty. And you certainly do not have to do those things to escape in the Himalayas.

    Poon Hill trek explores the lower belt of the Annapurna Himalayas abundant in valleys, for-ests, rivers, waterfalls, and terraced fields. If you are in Pokhara, then you are only an hour-long drive away from the trail.  

    Explore the lower part of Annapurna Sanctuary

    Ghorepani and Poon Hill are located in the Annapurna Sanctuary. The trail winds through the Annapurna Conservation Area, which is a protected area and home to a diverse species of flo-ra & fauna.

    The trek encompasses forested paths gleaming in a range of vegetation. Similarly, the chirping of birds and the occasional appearance of wildlife while trekking makes the trail intriguing

    Adventurous trekking route full of ascends and descends through lush woodlands

    The Poon Hill trekking route starts at Nayapul and goes through lush forests up to the highest point of the trek. Some part of the trail passes by dense forests. Whereas some parts of the trail move along the foothills of lush green hills.

    There are suspension bridges over rushing rivers and old wood bridges over small streams. You get to see stunning waterfalls and walk on long stone staircases. There are also a handful of steep uphill paths.

    Picturesque mountain villages and the friendly locals

    You pass by many fine rural villages while trekking to Poon Hill. The most famous one on this trek is Ghorepani village, surrounded by rhododendron trees and mountains. Every village welcomes you with a different vibe and scenery.

    The locals in the lower Annapurna regions are from many cultural backgrounds. You get to see their different practices and lifestyle, living with each other in harmony. The locals are friendly, so do not feel shy to interact with them. Our guide will help you break the conversa-tion. Most of the locals understand English thanks to the frequent tourist visits.

    The famous viewpoint Poon Hill and gorgeous western Himalayan mountain view

    Poon Hill is a famous viewpoint in the Annapurna region, situated over Ghorepani village at 3,210 meters. This viewpoint offers sensational views of the Himalayan mountains from An-napurna to Dhaulagiri, Manaslu, and numerous others. The top of the viewpoint also offers a glorious sunrise along with a breathtaking landscape.

    Itinerary

    Find the detailed itinerary for the short Poon Hill trek for 3 days. This is the shortest itinerary to complete the Poon Hill and is suitable for active trekkers with limited days who still want to experience trekking in Nepal to the fullest.

    You do not need many days to trek to Poon hill as it is only 3 days from Pokhara to Pokhara and people even do the trek in 2 days (1 day to up and another return to Pokhara) So if you have only 2 days and still want to do the trek as we also offer 2 days Poon Hill Trek.

    Furthermore, there are some other places to trek in the region such as Tadapani and Ghandruk, we have some other itineraries for those who have longer time such as the 4-day Ghorepani-Ghandruk Trek or we have 10 days Ghorepani Poon Hill Trek Program that includes your arrival and departure days to and from Nepal, a day tour in Kathmandu and travel days between Kathmandu and Pokhara.

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    The Poon Hill trek begins from Nayapul. It's a one-hour ride from Pokhara to Nayapul. From here, we begin trekking towards Tikhedhunga. The distance between these two places is 9.2 kilometers (5.7 miles).

    The trail offers a beautiful view of Fishtail once we start walking. Trekking through valleys and waterfalls, we ascend to Birethanti. The trail further goes by lush woodlands to Tikhedhunga.

    • MealsL, D
    • AccommodationGuest House
    • Max. Altitude1540

    After having breakfast in Tikhedhunga, we’ll continue trekking towards Ghorepani village. The trail distance is 12.9 kilometers (8 miles). The trail from Tikhedhunga descends and crosses a bridge over Bhurungdi Khola. You'll walk on long slate stairs from here onwards to Ulleri. As per locals, there are 3767 of those.

    On the way, you can see views of the Annapurna range. From Ulleri, the trail goes through lush forests to Ghorepani village via Nangethati. From Ghorepani village, you can see views of snow-clustered mountains like Hiunchuli, Nilgiri, Annapurna, Dhaulagiri, Fishtail, Gan-gapurna, etc.

    • MealsB, L, D
    • AccommodationGuest House
    • Max. Altitude2860

    It is your last day of the trek. We begin trekking towards Poon Hill early in the morning to catch the sunrise from here. It's an hour-long walk from Ghorepani village to Poon Hill. The trail is rough and steep. From this viewpoint, you can see mountains all around you.

    After enjoying the views, we descend to Ghorepani village and follow a downhill route to Nayapul. The trail descends through small settlement areas and lush forests. From Nayapul, we drive to Pokhara, and our trek ends.

    • MealsB, L
    • Max. Altitude3210

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    Inclusions

    • Private transfers from Pokhara to Nayapul and return
    • Two nights of guest house accommodation on trek
    • Annapurna conservation and TIMS permits
    • An experienced guide
    • Meals (2 breakfast, 3 lunches, and 2 dinners)
    • Arrangement of Emergency Helicopter service (paid by Travel insurance company)
    • Sleeping bag, down jackets if necessary and return after the trek

    Exclusions

    • Your expenses of drink water, hot and cold drinks & bar bills
    • Laundry, telephone, hot shower & internet charge
    • Porter
    • Tips for the guide
    • Anything not mentioned in the included section

    Add-Ons & Options

    Single Traveller Supplement

    For solo travellers, a mandatory single supplement cost of US $50.00 applies.

    Trip Departures

    Start DateEnd DatePriceStatus 
    Start DateStarts: SundayOct 01, 2023End DateEnds: TuesdayOct 03, 2023PricePrice Per PersonUS$250StatusAvailable
    Start DateStarts: TuesdayOct 03, 2023End DateEnds: ThursdayOct 05, 2023PricePrice Per PersonUS$250StatusAvailable
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    Start DateStarts: SaturdayOct 07, 2023End DateEnds: MondayOct 09, 2023PricePrice Per PersonUS$250StatusAvailable
    Start DateStarts: SundayOct 08, 2023End DateEnds: TuesdayOct 10, 2023PricePrice Per PersonUS$250StatusAvailable
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    Start DateStarts: FridayOct 13, 2023End DateEnds: SundayOct 15, 2023PricePrice Per PersonUS$250StatusAvailable
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    Start DateStarts: MondayOct 23, 2023End DateEnds: WednesdayOct 25, 2023PricePrice Per PersonUS$250StatusSold Out
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    Start DateStarts: FridayOct 27, 2023End DateEnds: SundayOct 29, 2023PricePrice Per PersonUS$250StatusAvailable
    Start DateStarts: SundayOct 29, 2023End DateEnds: TuesdayOct 31, 2023PricePrice Per PersonUS$250StatusAvailable
    Start DateStarts: TuesdayOct 31, 2023End DateEnds: ThursdayNov 02, 2023PricePrice Per PersonUS$250StatusAvailable

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    Essential Info

    Preparation for Poon Hill Trek 3 Days

    To prepare yourself for the Poon Hill hike, you can go on long walks and do cardio in the gym (if you are already exercising). Even though the Poon Hill trek is easy, you will have to walk 5 to 6 hours a day for three days. Therefore, you have to be able to walk that much. Your stamina plays a huge role.

    Check out these other short trekking packages- Helambu Valley Trek, Langtang Valley Trek, Everest View Trek, and Mardi Himal Trek.

    FAQs

    • Q1. How hard is Poon Hill Trek?

      As you must have read in the above paragraphs, the Poon Hill trek is one of the easiest treks in the Himalayas. We recommend this trek to our underage and elderly trekkers too. Anyone can join Poon Hill trekking. You only have to be healthy and fit enough to walk.

      Talking about the trail, most of it gradually ascends through lush woodlands of rhododendron, pine, fir, etc. Along the way, you cross some thrilling bridges over rivers and streams. There can be some sections steep and rugged.

    Client Reviews

    • 5/5

      Amazing 1st Trek

      I arrived in Nepal with no plans to go on a trek. But then it didn’t make sense to come to Nepal and not go on a trek! We did some research and the reviews for Himalaya Outfitters were good. We didn’t have much time, so we decided to do the 3-day Poon Hill trek. It was absolutely incredible! Our guide, Pralad, was really nice. He always made sure we were enjoying our meals and the overall hike.

      I unfortunately had altitude sickness closer to the top of a Poon Hill, but when we were at our hotel, Pralad brought me an extra blanket and told me that I could knock on his door any time. He always wanted to make sure I felt comfortable. It’s the small things that really made the experience great (even in the unexpected circumstances). It was definitely a challenging trek, but I would highly recommend Himalaya Outfitters to anyone wanting to do a trek!

      Highly Recomended!

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      Joshua SnitgenFrom: United States,Jun 26, 2023
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    • 5/5

      Poon Hill Trek

      I can’t speak anymore highly for this company and our trek. Everything was taken care of, even special requests for alternate transport to different locations. The guides were brilliant and the porters were so friendly. We even met the owner at the end of our trek to make sure everything was what we expected. I will be using this company again when I do EBC next year

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      Steve JonesFrom: Australia,Jun 04, 2023
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