Ghorepani (Ghodepani) Poon hill Trek is shorter, easier and beautiful. We can see Annapurna I (8,091 m), Dhaulagiri (8,167 m), Annapurna South (7,219 m), Mt. Machhapuchhre (Fishtail) at 6,790 m and more peaks across the horizon.
This Poon Hill trek starts and ends in the scenic valley at Pokhara city. It leads through many traditional Gurung and Magar villages. Gurungs and Magars have a glorious identity as the source of the Gurkha military recruited under the British. They have their own distinct language, culture and tradition.
Annapurna I (8,091 m / 26,545 ft), Annapurna South (7,219 m / 23,693 ft), Gangapurna (7,455 m / 24,457 ft), Annapurna III (7,555 m / 24,787 ft), Mt Machhapuchhre or Fishtail (6,999 m), Mt Dhaulagiri (8,167 m) and many peaks can be observed with the sunrise view from Poon Hill.
Trekking in the Annapurna will not only open your eyes to scenes of great beauty, but enables you to build relationship with different community and culture.
Day 1: Arrival in Kathmandu (1,400 m / 4,593 ft above sea level), transfer to hotel
Day 2: Drive from Kathmandu to Pokhara (820 m / 2,690 ft) 6-7 hours
Day 3: Drive to Nayapul (1.5 hours) and trek to Tikhedhunga (1,540 m / 5,050 ft) 4-5 hours
Day 4: Tikhedhunga to Ghorepani (2,860 m / 9,383 ft) (6-7 hours)
Day 5: Ghorepani to Poon Hill (3,210 m / 10,300 ft) to Tadapani (2,630 m / 8,630 ft) (7-8 hours)
Day 6: Tadapani to Ghandruk (2,170 m / 7,120 ft) and Landruk (1,565 m /5,135 ft) 6-7 hours)
Day 7: Landruk to Kande (1,770 m/ 5,681 ft) / 8,530 ft) and drive to Pokhara (820 m / 2,690 ft) 5-6 hours
Day 8: Drive from Pokhara to Kathmandu (1,400 m / 4,593 ft) 6-7 hours
Day 9: Departure to international airport
Route Map
Ghodepani Poon Hill Trek is an easier hike and shorter in duration in comparison to other popular trek. The Ghodepani Poon Hill Trek begins at an altitude of 800m/2,625 feet reaching elevations of maximum 3,210 m / 10,300 feet. Trekkers do not require technical training or rock climbing and mountaineering skills as the trek is basically a hike on low elevations in the green hills. You need to be physically fitness to hike 6 to 8 hours daily.
The best months to do the Ghodepani Poon Hill Trek is January, February, March, April, May, September, October, November, and December. During these months, the weather is generally favorable with clear skies and mild temperatures, making for optimal trekking conditions and stunning mountain views.
Our trekking guides are trained and hold a trekking guide license issued by the Nepalese government. All of our guides are local with a deep understanding of the mountains, culture, health and your safety. All of our guides are skilled, experienced, courteous and helpful. They are proficient in English and will be able to communicate effectively with you throughout the trip.
You can get verity of meals including typical Nepali Dal Bhat (Rice, Curry and lentils), breads, noodles, soups, eggs, toast, potato varieties, pizza, pasta, burger items are common choices in the menu. Breakfast and dinner will be served from tea house or lodge where we stay overnight and lunch will be served on the way to next destination. Breakfast, lunch and dinner are included during the trek; only breakfast is included in Pokhara.
Boiled water and safe drinking water options are available along the trekking route. We do not recommend you drink water from local sources such as taps, wells, and rivers.
You will be accommodated in 3 or 2 star level hotel in Pokhara. During the trek, you will have a private room in guesthouses and lodges. In some cases, during peak season, you need to share a room with others.
Yes, it is necessary to have insurance to join this Annapurna Circuit Trek. Your insurance should cover cost of Helicopter rescue and treatment.
Yes, while porters can carry the majority of your belongings, it’s recommended to carry a small day backpack yourself. This backpack can hold essentials such as drinking water, snacks, sunscreen, camera, sunglasses and any other items you may need easy access to during the day hike.
Yes, trekkers should note that the luggage limit for a porter is 20kg, and typically, there is one porter assigned for every two trekkers. It’s advisable to pack efficiently and within this weight limit to ensure ease of transportation during the trek.
Une belle aventure
On a fait deux trecks avec Rai, l’un jusque Poon hill et l’autre de Luckla à Namche Bazar. Rai parle bien l’anglais, s’adapte à la vitesse de marche du groupe et en général c’est quelqu’un de très agréable et sympathique. Si je retourne au Népal je reprendrai de suite de nouveau Rai.
En plus de ca c’est un excellent joueur, on a passé quelques soirées à jouer aux cartes.
Merci poir cette belle aventure !
