Ghorepani Poon hill trek known as the small Annapurna Circuit. It is very popular holidays in Nepal for trek with family or 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 6998m, Nilgiri 7041m, Annapurna south 7219m, Annapurna II 7939m, Annapurna III 7555m, Hiunchuli 6441m, Tukuche peak 6920m etc.
The 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
The Ghorepani Poon Hill Trek is one of the easy trekking trails in Annapurna Region which can be done within a week. Our Gorepani Poon Hill Trek 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.
Detail Itinerary
Day 01: Arrive at Tribhuwan International Airport (TIA) Kathmandu.
You are welcomed by hospitable meeting and then you will be transferred to hotel. Our airport representative will explain briefly the program upon arrival. Overnight at hotel. B.B
Day 02: Trek Preparation and Kathmandu Valley Sightseeing Tour.
Sightseeing of world heritage sites in Kathmandu valley including, Kathmandu Darbar square, Swayambhunath Temple, Boudhanath Stupa & Pasupatinath Temple. Overnight at hotel. B.B
Day 03: Kathmandu to Pokhara (910m) 6 hours.
After breakfast at your hotel we will depart at 8am; take a scenic drive to Pokhara via the Prithivi Highway (approx 6 hours). While driving we will have many chances to observe rural people & various cultures along the highway. Overnight at hotel. B.L.D
Day 04: Drive Naya Pul (New bridge), to Tikhe Dhunga (1495m) 4 hrs.
After breakfast at around 07:30am, we will drive to Naya Pul (42km) by car/taxi 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 will have lunch. After lunch, the trail climbs gradually up the side of the valley, reaching Tikhe Dhunga. Overnight at guesthouse. B.L.D
Day 05: Trek to Ghorepani (2850m) 6 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 of 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 we will climb to Ghorepani at 2850m, from here we can see the spectacular panorama of Dhaulagiri I (8167m), Nilgiri (6940m) Annapurna I (8091m) Hiunchuli (6441m) and more. Overnight at guesthouse. B.L.D
Day 06: Hiking -Poonhill (3180m), trek to Tadapani (2500m) 6 hrs.
This morning, we will get up early and hike to Poon Hill. From here you will see a superb view of the sunrise and a panoramic view of the Himalaya, including Mt. Dhaulagiri, Annapurna South, Fishtail, and others. After visiting Poonhill, we will come back to Ghorepani, have a hot breakfast, and continue walking to Tadapani. Overnight at guesthouse. B.L.D
Day 07: Tadapani 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. Overnight at guesthouse. B.L.D
Day 08: Ghandruk 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: Drive back to Kathmandu. 6 hrs. Overnight at hotel. B.B
Day 10: Transfer to Airport for your onward Journey. B "Farewell"
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Fax. +977 1 4451458
GPO 19885 | Thali| Kathmandu | Nepal
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