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Ghorepani Trek - 10 Days
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Dhaulagiri view from Ghorepani Poon Hill
- Destination: Nepal
- Duration: 10 Days
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Trip Grade: Easy
- Cost start: US$ 490 (P/P)
- Accomodation: Tea house/lodge
- Trip Style: Lodge to Lodge Trek
About Trip:
The Ghorepani / Poon Hill trek is considered by many as the best short trek in Nepal and for good reason. It offers a week of trekking in the foothills of the Annapurna mountain range with breathtaking panoramic views of the majestic Himalayas while bringing you to the top of one of Nepal’s most popular hills and viewpoints, Poon-Hill (3210 m). In a short amount of time the Ghorepani/Poon Hill Trek takes you through captivating local Gurung villages and communities, lush rhododendron forests and possibly some of the best panoramic viewpoints of the Himalayan mountains of Dhaulagiri (8167 m), Nilgiri (7061 m), Annapurna I (8091 m) and Annapurna South (7219 m).
The Ghorepani / Poon Hill trek sets off from the beautiful lake-city of Pokhara with a 1.5-hour drive to Nayapul from where we will trek to Ghorepani. The following day is of the highlights of the trek as we hike to Poon Hill for the unforgettable panoramic view of the Himalayas. We will continue our trek passing two other amazing view points on our way before having the pleasure of enjoying ourselves in the natural hot springs in Jhinuadanda, before heading back to Pokhara.
The Ghorepani / Poon Hill trek is rated as easy to moderate, accommodating trekkers of all ages and experience levels. It is one of the best opportunities to experience the wonderful nature and culture of Nepal in a short amount of time and is an excellent trek for solo trekkers as well as families and larger groups.
Moreover you may also consider the newly opened Mardi Himal Trek, Khopra Trek, classic 10 Day Short Annapurna Base Camp Trek within the same region.
Trip Highlights
- Short & Easy access trek
- Amazing Jungle walk
- Picturesque towering Himalaya surroundings
- The best viewpoint of Dhaulagiri and Annapurna Himalaya range Poon Hill 3210m
- Stunning Sunrise and sunset view
- Beautiful Gurung community and their preserved culture
Outline Itinerary
Day 01: Meet & Greet at Kathmandu international airport and transfer to hotel.
Day 02: Prepare for trek
Day 03: Kathmandu to Pokhara drive by tourist bus(7hrs)
Day 04: Pokhara to Nayapul by drive then trek to Ulleri (1960m, 7 hrs)
Day 05: Ulleri to Ghorepani(2880m, 6 hrs)
Day 06: Ghorepani to Tadapani.(2630m, 5/6 hrs)
Day 07: Tadapani to Jhinudanda(1780m, 6 hrs)
Day 08: Jhinudanda to Nayapul(5hrs then drive back to Pokhara)
Day 09: Pokhara to Kathmandu by tourist bus.
Day 10: Join with different program or Transfer to international airport .
Trip cost includes/excludes:
- Complimentary airport pick up and drop off
- Complimentary welcome dinner
- Two-night stay on arrival in Kathmandu in a standard hotel with breakfast included (twin share basis)
- Two-night stay in a standard hotel in Pokhara (twin share basis)
- All necessary trekking permits such Annapurna conservation area permit, TIMS card, etc.
- All accommodation during trek
- Three meals a day during the trek
- Fresh fruit each day if and when available
- Complimentary duffel bag/agency T-shirt
- Government registered and first-aid trained professional local guide who speaks English
- First-aid kit
- Return travel by bus between Kathmandu and Pokhara
- Return travel by taxi between Pokhara to Nayapul
- Staff insurance, meals, accommodation, equipment, transportation, etc.
- Rescue arrangements if necessary
- Agency service charge and government tax/VAT
- Certificate of achievement
- International airfare and Nepal visa fee
- Lunch and dinner in Kathmandu
- Personal Insurance, personal expenses, loss of property and theft etc.
- Sightseeing costs (temples, monasteries, etc)
- All beverages, snacks, and additional expenses such as laundry, hot showers, battery charging, wifi, etc
- Tips to staff
Note:- Above itinerary is just a guideline. If you are not satisfied please feel free customize your own.
Detail Itinerary
Day 01Meet & Greet at Kathmandu international airport and transfer to hotel.
Welcome at Airport and transfer to Hotel. Introduce about program then enjoy your first night with meal and drinks.
Day 02Prepare for trek
Free day for final trekking preparation and spend the way you prefer.
Day 03Kathmandu to Pokhara drive by tourist bus(7hrs)
The bus will leave at 7 am from Kantipath and stop only for breakfast and lunch at the high way. It might take all together 7 hrs to arrive in beautiful town Pokhara.
Day 04Pokhara to Nayapul by drive then trek to Ulleri (1960m, 7 hrs)
The actual trekking will begins from Nayapul after 1.30 minute of drive and leads to beautiful town Birethanti where we will register our TIMS Card and Annapurna conservation area permit. Then we will take a left and head to Ulleri village passing by some waterfalls, lush jungle, local settlement and beautiful terrace. We reach Ulleri after ascending 2 hrs steep up from Tikhedhunga which rewards us by amazing scenery of Annapurna South and Hiunchuli.
Day 05Ulleri to Ghorepani(2880m, 6 hrs)
After having breakfast, we will still continue ascending towards to Banthanti then the trail leads through massive forest, some waterfalls and reach at Ghorepani. It is situated at the open place which offers magnificent mountain vistas including above 8000m peaks Dhaulagiri 8167m and Annapurna first 8091m. If you are trekking in spring then you will have great opportunity of exploring Nepalese national flower Rhododendron.
Day 06Ghorepani to Tadapani.(2630m, 5/6 hrs)
The trek's dramatic climax comes early in the day — at dawn to be precise. Rising up pre-dawn we make our way up to nearby Poon Hill via a short one-hour hike and watch in wonder as the magnificent panorama slowly unfolds before us, with dense green jungle in the foreground giving way to Himalayan foothills in the near distance that would stand proud in any other setting, yet barely pass muster as all eyes are drawn to the magical allure of the soaring and snow-covered peaks in the background — Singa Chuli, Dhaulagiri, Fishtail, and the entire Annapurna massif — all aglow from the sun's warm embrace. The view is justifiably world famous, and after taking time to bask in the vista we return to Ghorepani for a welcome breakfast before heading out to Tadapani and its own glorious views.
Day 07Tadapani to Jhinudanda(1780m, 6 hrs)
The trail descends steeply through terraced fields and stunning forests towards the village of Jhinu Danda, where the riverside hot springs offer up a soothing rest for tired limbs.
Day 08Jhinudanda to Nayapul(5hrs then drive back to Pokhara)
The journey concludes by leisurely following the banks of the Modi Khola back to Nayapul, where a taxi takes us on the return leg back to Pokhara.
Day 09Pokhara to Kathmandu by tourist bus.
Drive back to Kathmandu by tourist bus.
Day 10Join with different program or Transfer to international airport .
Join with next adventure or farewell.
Read Reviews
Amazing Trip!!
Published: Monday, February 27, 2017
I travelled with Raj, Rabin, and Ganga in 2014. It was an amazing trek to Ghorepani. They met us in Kathmandu and we travelled together to Pokhara. We did paragliding in Pokhara and then trekked for 3 days before returning to Kathmandu. The whole experience was full of fun and laughter. One member of our party was sick during the trek and Raj made sure she got what she needed. We saw other guides who went way ahead of their groups, that never happened. I couldn't give a better recommendation! When I go back to Nepal I will certainly use Nepal Trekking Experts!
Useful Info
- Respect the local culture and kindly take permission while taking photos/videos with local
- Make sure you have only necessary trekking gear during mountain
- First aid box and your personal insurance
- Save the nature and pristine flora fauna
- Safety comes first
