Ghorepani Poon Hill Trek-9 days Poon Hill and Ghandruk Trek Package Nepal

9 days Ghorepani Poonhill Trek is a popular trek holidays in Nepal around the south of Annapurna Himalayas with stunning sunrise view over the mountains. Relatively an easy trek compare to other high altitude treks in Nepal, you will get up close with some of the world's highest peaks on this moderate trek in the Annapurna region. This is a beautiful outdoor trek that bring you on a natural journey in Nepal. On day 4, there will be a steep climb up the stone staircase 3,381 steps in total, from Tikhedhunga to Ghorepani - 1,387 m of altitude gain in a single day is not taken lightly. Your trekking duration each day will largely depend on your fitness and how much you like to stop to enjoy the views. Above, we have suggested the average pace that most trekkers prefer

Pokhara is the starting point  of Ghorepani Poon Hill Trekking Tour. You can reach to Pokhara by a 25-minute flight and also a 6 to 7 hour overland drive from Kathmandu. From Pokhara, you will either take a private jeep or public bus to Nayapul, where you will be dropped off to begin your trek. The 8 day trek itinerary is suitable for all kinds of trekkers as it is one of the most famous, fast and smooth trekking. Poon Hill is the highest and best view point to view amazing landscapes of the Dhaulagiri and Annapurna peaks with early morning sunrise. You can see one of the most incredible views on earth. Hike up to Poon Hill early in the morning it takes one and half hours from Ghorepani.

The 9 day trekking Annapurna's Ghorepani Poon Hill hike will give you a panoramic view of the snow-capped mountains of Dhaulagiri, Annapurna, Manaslu and  Mount Fishtail. You trek through charming Gurung and Magar villages, interacting with friendly locals. We trek following the Modi Khola on the way to Hille. We then trek to the fascinating Ghorepani Village is home to a traditionally rich people-Pun Magar.

Nepal Ghorepani Poon Hill Trekking Tour is possible throughout the year but compare to other months, December is cold with an average temperature of 2°C. Trekking in rainy season in June, July and August, the visibility of the Himalayas may not clear like in winter, spring and autumn. 

Day 1: Arrive in Kathmandu
Upon arrival at Kathmandu airport, we receive you there and drive to hotel. Free day on your own walking around local market and meeting guide and group in the evening and stay night at hotel in Kathmandu.
Day 2: Kathmandu to Pokhara(850m, 200km, 6 hours)
Your guide will receive you at your hotel in Kathmandu, and get tourist bus drive to together with guide to Pokhara for 6 hours scenic drive from Kathmandu. Walk around lakeside Pokhara, and stay night at Hotel Kumari Star Inn Pokhara.
Day 3: Pokhara to Tikhedhunga (1525m)
Breakfast and get car or cab drive to Nayapul (35km) takes 2 hours and moderate trek to Tikhedhunga of 5.8 miles/9.5km) distance can walk in 4/5 hours. Stay night at guest house.  Ulleri is an alternative stop, but beware that it is a very steep climb up a stone staircase from Tikhedhunga in just 2km up to (1960m).
Day 4: Trek to Ghorepani (2880m)
Difficult trek to Ghorepani covers 6.5 miles/10.5km takes 5/6 hours. The tough day trek, you have to climb from 1550m to 2880m over 1400m. Most climbing is happens at the start on steep stairs.  After Ulleri the terrain evens out a bit while you are still slowly climbing. Towards Ghorepani you will find yourselves entering the Rhododendron forests.
Day 5: Ghorepani to Tadapani (2500m)
Moderate trek covers nearly 11km takes 6/7 hours. The destination of today is first to Poon Hill, early morning Sunrise and the Himalayan Panorama and after breakfast, trek to Tadapani.  The climb to Poonhill is a few hundred meters up in the dark at 5-5:30am) so bring a flashlight or head lamp. Then you arrive in time to see the sunrise light up the main Annapurna and Dhaulagiri mountain range. That is if you are lucky to have a clear day. Tadapani is also the best view point; you can get very close view of Mt Annapurna and Mt Fishtail.
Day 6: Tadapani to Ghandruk (1940m)
Enjoy the view and breakfast, and then downhill trek of 8km takes 4 to 5 hours through the forest trail to Ghandruk, a village of Gurung famous for British Gurkhas developed on the side of a hill.  Lunch and explore the nice village of Ghandruk in the afternoon.  Ghandruk also offer a great view of Annapurna South, Mt Fishtail and Hiunchuli.
Day 7: Ghandruk to Pokhara (1880m)
Breakfast, and continue downhill trek of 14 km to Nayapul on steep narrow trails through rice paddies field and a hotter climate for 5/6 hours, lunch at Birethanati and drive back to Pokhara from there. Stay night at Hotel Kumari Star Inn in Pokhara.
Day 8:  Pokhara to Kathmandu(200km, 6 hours drive)
Early morning breakfast, and get 7:30 am tourist bus drive back to Kathmandu for 6 hours. The trip ends here.
Day 9: Kathmandu airport
Breakfast  in the morning, free day on your own walking around Thamel market last minute shopping and final departure to airport, 3 hour before schedule time to get your flight back to home.

Cost Includes:

• Kathmandu to Pokhara and Pokhara to Kathmandu by tourist bus transfer
• 2 nights twin sharing hotel accommodation in Pokhara at Hotel Kumari Star Inn with breakfast before and after the trek..
• Twin sharing tea house accommodation during the trek.
• 3 times meals- breakfast, lunch and dinner(the main course) during trekking
• Pokhara-Nayapul-Pokhara by private car or cab transfer
• Trekking permit-ACAP and TIMS cards
• English Speaking guide and all his expenses like salary, meals, accommodation and transfer
• All the government taxes and company service charge.

• Airport pick up and departure transfer.
• Hotel Accommodation in Kathmandu
• 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.
• 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.