10 days Ghorepani Poon Hill Trek cost/departure dates 2022, 2023

10 days Ghorepani Poon Hill Trek Touris the best trek holidays in Nepal. The trip gives access to one of Nepal's classic view points of the Annapurna range through short Ghorepani Poon Hill Trek, after Kathmandu Tour explores the important heritage and historical sites of Nepal. 

The Annapurna-Ghorepani Poon Hill trek follows an ancient trails that connect local people and ancient trading route. The trek package offers grandeur views of the Annapurna Himalayas and its surrounding landscapes. Poon Hill Trek with Kathmandu Tour is suitable for beginners like family with children, senior citizens and soft adventure trekkers. You will trek through main villages of Magar and Gurung. You trek to Tikhedhunga on the first night. After that, we trek to Ghorepani on day 2. Also on day 3 we hike to Poon Hill early in the morning for sunrise and the Annapurna panorama range.The back to Ghorepani, have breakfast and we continue trek to Tadapani. From Tadapani, there are different trekking route to lengthen and shorten this trekking itinerary. 

Ghorepani Poon Hill trek is a moderate grade trek begins with a day cultural tour in Kathmandu. Twin sharing hotel accommodation with breakfast in Kathmandu and Pokhara, guided tour in Kathmandu on private car with driver and all the ground transfer, tea houses accommodation, 3 times meals - breakfast, lunch and dinner and the necessary trekking permit includes in 10 days Ghorepani Poon Hill  tour package.

The Ghorepani Pooh Hill Trekking is pretty close to Pokhara valley also known as Annapurna Panorama Trek offers a beautiful panorama views of Dhaulagiri, Annapurna, Nilgiri, Fishtail and other snow capped mountains can see from Ghorepani Poonhill Trek in Nepal. A short but nice trek in the foothills of Annapurna - Ghorepani Poonhill trek offers the scenic and panoramic view of Annapurna and Dhaulagiri Himalayas from Poonhill and Ghorepani. Poon Hillis a great view point for the morning sunrise to the summit of the Annapurna Himalayas. 

An easy going and fun filled trekking to Ghorepani Poon Hill passes through the Gurung and Magar villages such as Ulleri, Ghorepani and Ghandruk. A bio-diverse botanical garden Ghorepani Poonhill trek goes through jungle of rhododendron, river, waterfalls, terraces cultivated lands with the white Himalayas on the background is really the worthwhile trekking for trek beginners, family with children, pensioner and soft adventure trekking seekers.

The short Ghorepani Poon Hill trek makes sense for those who have no time and also physical stamina for a more intense endeavor. It takes just 4 to 5 days to trek to the summit of Poon Hill. So it fits well in a 10 days Nepal tour itinerary.  It is easy to reach from Pokhara and just a quick flight and drive away from Kathmandu.

As we combine Ghorepani Poon Hill Trek with Kathmandu Touris possible before and after Ghorepani Poon Hill Trek. On day Kathmandu Tour,  we do visit and explore the important heritage and historical sites of Kathmandu. Kathmandu is not only the capital of Nepal but also the cultural hub of Nepal.  You will visit Pashupatinath temple, Monkey temple, Boudhanath stupa and Kathmandu durbar square on Kathmandu tour. The top best selling trekking tour is highly recommended for all. If this trip is not fit for you, then we also have a short 4 days Ghorepani Poon Hill Trek. 

Day 1: Arrive in Kathmandu (1300m)
Once you arrive in Kathmandu airport, you are received by us and drive to hotel. Get relax and free day in the afternoon.
Day 2: Kathmandu tour.
Breakfast and guided Kathmandu tour visit some of world heritage sites of Kathmandu like Kathmandu durbar square where the living goddess Kumari is there and Swoyambhunath stupa, also known as monkey temple offer the wonderful views of Kathmandu valley. Lunch and trekking briefing and meeting with trekking guide. Make trekking packing and preparation.
Day 3: Kathmandu to Pokhara (850m),
Drive either by bus or flight to the nature city Pokhara. It takes 6 hours drive overland vehicle and by flight it takes 40 minutes to Pokhara. Walk around lake side Pokhara and boating on the lake of Phewa as well.
Day 4: Pokhara to Tikhedhunga (1570m)
Breakfast at hotel and drive 2 hours to Nayapul, the trekking start point. Then continue trekking for 4 hours to Tikhedhunga past by river, terraces fields, villages and waterfalls. We stop for lunch on the way up.
Day 5: Trek to Ghorepani (2800m),
This is the longest and hardest day of Ghorepani –Poonhill trekking. Steep uphill trekking takes nearly 6 hours to Ghorepani. The morning part of trekking is steeper than the last part of trek to Ghorepani. Scenery and landscapes is wonderful, it make you feel not that much difficult.
Day 6: Trek to Tadapani (2610m)
Early morning hike to Poonhill, the proposed point of Ghorepani trekking offer Himalayas panoramas and sunrise view on the summit of Himalayas. Back to guest house at Ghorepani, have breakfast and continue trekking to Tadapani takes 5/6 hour scenic walk.
Day 7: Trek to Ghandruk (1940m)
The shortest trekking day to Ghandruk is the village of renowned Gorkha soldiers. A more live Gurung culture can see there while exploring Ghandruk village walking.
Day 8: Ghandruk to Pokhara
Trek downhill to Nayapul for 5/6 hours and then drive to Pokhara from there.
Day 9: Pokhara to Kathmandu
Drive or fly back to Kathmandu. We arrange it as per your requirement request. Spend free afternoon in and around Kathmandu.
Day 10: Kathmandu airport
Drive to Kathmandu airport to get your flight back to home. I hope you enjoy very much the Ghorepani – Poonhill trekking holidays with us. Love to serve you soon in your next Nepal holidays trips.

Cost Includes:

• Tourist Bus transfer- Kathmandu to Pokhara
• Twin sharing tea house accommodation during 10 days Ghorepani Poonhill trek.
• Pokhara-Nayapul-Pokhara by taxi/jeep/bus transfer
• Trekking permit-ACAP and TIMS cards
• English Speaking guide and all his expenses like salary, meals, accommodation and transfer
• 3 times meals- breakfast, lunch and dinner(the main course) during trekking
• Twin sharing hotel accommodation with breakfast in Pokhara before and after the trek.
• Emergency rescue operation assistance in case of emergency(paid by your Travel Insurance)
• All the government taxes and company service charge.

Cost Not Includes:

• Airport pick up and departure transfer.
• Hotel Accommodation in Kathmandu but we can book on your request.
• Private car transfer or flight cost between Kathmandu and Pokhara.
• Travel Insurance in case of emergency for Heli rescue and other medication
• Porter to carry luggage - but we arrange on your request 1 porter between 2 clients. 
• Any kind of drinks and desert like beer, water, tea/coffee, hot water, chocolate/rice pudding, pie and pancake.
• Expenses of personal nature like telephone, internet, wifi, hot shower, battery charging
• Additional cost that beyond our control due to the landslides, weather condition, illness, change of government policies, strikes, and physical condition.
• Tips for guide and porter
• All the cost not mention on above cost includes.

Trek Gear List: No need to bring unnecessary trekking equipments with you for trekking in Nepal. The following trekking equipments and gears are recommended before trekking in Nepal. Most of the trekking equipment what you will need can be rented or purchased  in Nepal either in Kathmandu or Pokhara at cheap price. We will help you with the necessary arrangements. Except your day pack all the luggage will be carried by porters. There is an allowance of 15kg per person. Additional personal items not needed for the trekking part of the trip can be stored in the storage room of hotel without extra cost.

Head:

Sun hat or scarf

Light balaclava or warm fleece hat

Sunglasses with UV protection

Lower Body:

Under Garments

Hiking shorts

Lightweight cotton long pants

Light and expedition weight thermal bottoms

Fleece or wool pants (seasonal)

Waterproof (preferably breathable fabric) shell pants

Feet:

Thin, lightweight inner socks

Thick, warm wool hiking socks

Hiking boots with spare laces

Camp shoes (sneakers and/or sandals)

Gaiters for hiking in winter to the base camp

Upper Body:

T-shirts

Light and expedition weight thermal tops

Fleece jacket or pullover

Fleece Wind-Stopper jacket (optional)

Waterproof (preferably breathable fabric) shell jacket

Down vest and/or jacket

Hands:

Lightweight gloves

Heavyweight gloves or mittens with a waterproof shell outer (seasonal)

Accessories:

Sleeping bag rated to zero DC

Headlamp (e.g. Petzl Zoom) with spare bulbs and batteries

Trekking Bags/Duffel bag

Basic First Aid Kit

Large plastic bags - for keeping items dry insidetrekbag

Daypack (approximately 2500 to 3000 cubic inches)

Trekking Poles

Water bottle (2) or camel bag

Toiletries (Small wash towel, Toilet papers etc)

Ear Plug (who know some people on group are snoring)

Toiletries:

1 medium sized quick drying towel

Tooth brush/paste (preferably biodegradable)

Multipurpose soap (preferably biodegradable)

Deodorants

Nail clippers

Face and body moisturizer

Feminine hygiene products

Small mirror

Personal Hygiene:

Wet wipes (baby wipes)

Tissue /toilet roll

Anti bacterial hands wash

Extras/Luxuries:

Binoculars

Novels

Trail Map/Guide book

Journal & Pen

iPod

Pencils and small notebooks

Travel game i.e. chess, backgammon, scrabble

Modest swim suits (for Kathmandu)