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Ghorepani Poon Hill Trek - 10 Days
Trip Facts
- Duration: 10 Days
- Max Altitude: 3210m
Ghorepani Poon Hill Trek, also popularly known as Annapurna Sunrise Trekking is one of the most exciting and breathtaking trekking. It leads you to the wonderful historic ethnic villages of Annapurna Region without a long, tiring hassle. Ghorepani short trek will let you explore major attractions of Annapurna region.
One can see some of best snaps of snow-clad mountains including Annapurna South, Annapurna I, Annapurna II, III, IV, Lamjung, Himal Gangapurna, Manaslu and Dhaulagiri ranges. The phenomenal sunrise from Ghorepani Poon Hill is just unmissable. Those adventure lovers who are bounded by their time limits can take this short trek.
Ghorepani Poon Hill is situated at an altitude of 3200m and just beneath the greatest Himalayan Range. The area is famous for rhododendron forests and magnificent 360-degree views of mountains. In addition, the paths lead you through many ethical villages of Gurung and Magar ethnics and traditional villages.
This trek is a wonderful opportunity to witness the beauty of the Annapurna region as well as experience many things about Nepal. Also, the route is suitable for every level of hiker-family as well as non-technical hiking groups.
Highlights of Ghorepani Poon Hill Trek
Ghorepani Poon Hill trek is a short trek in Nepal, which fulfills everyone dreams to see the glimpse of snow-capped mountain peaks. The path passes through patchwork valleys, dense mossy past icy waterfalls. Passing through beautiful local villages, rhododendron forest, and one can get access to panoramic views of Nepal most famous peaks.
Furthermore, one can see 20 mountain peaks between 6000 and 8167 m including Dhaulagiri (8167 m), Manaslu (8163m), Annapurna I (8091 m), Annapurna South (7219 m), Machhapuchhre (6993 m), Gangapurna (7455m), Lamjung Himal (6830m), Barasikhar (6635m), Nilgiri (6670m), Tukuche Peak (7650m), Hiunchuli (644 m). That is why Ghorepani Poon Hill trekking makes wonderful trekking and unforgettable memorize to anyone who visits this place.
Best time to Travel
The trail is beautiful and the trekking easier on months when there is no rain or snow. Thus, the best season to travel would be September- November, and March-May. The temperature is moderate and the weather is clearer. It’s not wise to do it in the Monsoons (July to August). The rainy or snowy season might halt the trek. But, still, if you are lucky then you can get to experience the intimidating and mesmerizing views of the mountain ranges.
Itinerary
Day 1 Arrival in Kathmandu and transfer to Hotel.
Day 2 Kathmandu valley Sightseeing tour.
Day 3 Kathmandu to Pokhara drive - 7 hours.
Day 4 Drive to Nayapul and Trek to Tikhedhunga (1500m) - 3 to 4 hours walk.
Day 5 Trek to Ghorepani (2826m) - 6 Hours walk.
Day 6 Hike to Poon Hill (3210m) and Trek to Tadapani (2721m) - 6 hours.
Day 7 Trek to Ghandruk Village - 3 hours walk.
Day 8 Trek to Nayapul and drive to Pokhara - 7 Hours walk and 1:30m drive.
Day 9 Drive to Kathmandu - 7 Hours.
Day 10 Depart Kathmandu.
Trip Includes
- All ground transport in a private vehicle including airport transfers.
- 3-star hotel accommodation in Kathmandu with breakfast.
- Kathmandu city tours, including all entry fees, tour guide and private transportation.
- Three daily meals with tea/coffee (breakfast, lunch and dinner) during the trek.
- Snacks of seasonal fruits during the trek.
- An experienced, English-speaking and government-licensed trek leader and assistant trek leader(4 trekkers: 1 assistant guide).
- Porter service (2 trekkers: 1 porter).
- Down jacket and sleeping bag (to be returned after trip completion).
- All necessary paperwork and trekking permits (ACAP, TIMS).
- First aid medicine kit.
- All government and local taxes.
Trip Excludes
- Nepalese visa fee.
- Meals not specified in the in the above itinerary.
- Personal Travel insurance.
- International airfare.
- Excess baggage charges.
- Travel and rescue insurance.
- Personal expenses (phone calls, laundry, bar bills, battery recharge, extra porters, bottle or boiled water, shower, etc).
- Tips for guide(s), porter(s) and driver(s).
Ghorepani Poon Hill Trek, also popularly known as Annapurna Sunrise Trekking is one of the most exciting and breathtaking trekking. It leads you to the wonderful historic ethnic villages of Annapurna Region without a long, tiring hassle. Ghorepani short trek will let you explore major attractions of Annapurna region.
One can see some of best snaps of snow-clad mountains including Annapurna South, Annapurna I, Annapurna II, III, IV, Lamjung, Himal Gangapurna, Manaslu and Dhaulagiri ranges. The phenomenal sunrise from Ghorepani Poon Hill is just unmissable. Those adventure lovers who are bounded by their time limits can take this short trek.
Ghorepani Poon Hill is situated at an altitude of 3200m and just beneath the greatest Himalayan Range. The area is famous for rhododendron forests and magnificent 360-degree views of mountains. In addition, the paths lead you through many ethical villages of Gurung and Magar ethnics and traditional villages.
This trek is a wonderful opportunity to witness the beauty of the Annapurna region as well as experience many things about Nepal. Also, the route is suitable for every level of hiker-family as well as non-technical hiking groups.
Highlights of Ghorepani Poon Hill Trek
Ghorepani Poon Hill trek is a short trek in Nepal, which fulfills everyone dreams to see the glimpse of snow-capped mountain peaks. The path passes through patchwork valleys, dense mossy past icy waterfalls. Passing through beautiful local villages, rhododendron forest, and one can get access to panoramic views of Nepal most famous peaks.
Furthermore, one can see 20 mountain peaks between 6000 and 8167 m including Dhaulagiri (8167 m), Manaslu (8163m), Annapurna I (8091 m), Annapurna South (7219 m), Machhapuchhre (6993 m), Gangapurna (7455m), Lamjung Himal (6830m), Barasikhar (6635m), Nilgiri (6670m), Tukuche Peak (7650m), Hiunchuli (644 m). That is why Ghorepani Poon Hill trekking makes wonderful trekking and unforgettable memorize to anyone who visits this place.
Best time to Travel
The trail is beautiful and the trekking easier on months when there is no rain or snow. Thus, the best season to travel would be September- November, and March-May. The temperature is moderate and the weather is clearer. It’s not wise to do it in the Monsoons (July to August). The rainy or snowy season might halt the trek. But, still, if you are lucky then you can get to experience the intimidating and mesmerizing views of the mountain ranges.
Itinerary
Day 1 Arrival in Kathmandu and transfer to Hotel.
Day 2 Kathmandu valley Sightseeing tour.
Day 3 Kathmandu to Pokhara drive - 7 hours.
Day 4 Drive to Nayapul and Trek to Tikhedhunga (1500m) - 3 to 4 hours walk.
Day 5 Trek to Ghorepani (2826m) - 6 Hours walk.
Day 6 Hike to Poon Hill (3210m) and Trek to Tadapani (2721m) - 6 hours.
Day 7 Trek to Ghandruk Village - 3 hours walk.
Day 8 Trek to Nayapul and drive to Pokhara - 7 Hours walk and 1:30m drive.
Day 9 Drive to Kathmandu - 7 Hours.
Day 10 Depart Kathmandu.
Trip Includes
- All ground transport in a private vehicle including airport transfers.
- 3-star hotel accommodation in Kathmandu with breakfast.
- Kathmandu city tours, including all entry fees, tour guide and private transportation.
- Three daily meals with tea/coffee (breakfast, lunch and dinner) during the trek.
- Snacks of seasonal fruits during the trek.
- An experienced, English-speaking and government-licensed trek leader and assistant trek leader(4 trekkers: 1 assistant guide).
- Porter service (2 trekkers: 1 porter).
- Down jacket and sleeping bag (to be returned after trip completion).
- All necessary paperwork and trekking permits (ACAP, TIMS).
- First aid medicine kit.
- All government and local taxes.
Trip Excludes
- Nepalese visa fee.
- Meals not specified in the in the above itinerary.
- Personal Travel insurance.
- International airfare.
- Excess baggage charges.
- Travel and rescue insurance.
- Personal expenses (phone calls, laundry, bar bills, battery recharge, extra porters, bottle or boiled water, shower, etc).
- Tips for guide(s), porter(s) and driver(s).
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