9 Days Ghorepani Poon Hill Trekking

  • Duration 9
  • Destination Nepal
  • Trip Grade Moderate
  • Starts at
  • Ends at
  • Meals Full Board During Trek
  • Accommodation 3-star & Tea House on Trek
  • Max. Altitude 3,210m/10,529ft
  • Activity Sightseeing and Trekking
  • Group Type
  • Group Size 1-15(Customize your Trip on Request)
  • Best Season

9 Days Ghorepani Poon Hill Trekking Overview

Experience the breathtaking beauty of the Annapurna Himalayas with our exhilarating 9 Days Ghorepani Poon Hill Trekking package. Also renowned as the Annapurna Sunrise Trek or Poon Hill Sunrise Trek, this relatively easy yet immensely rewarding journey takes you through charming traditional villages and vibrant rhododendron forests, culminating in some of the most spectacular mountain views in Nepal. Perfect for photographers and those seeking a less demanding but incredibly scenic adventure, even suitable for families and children.

Ghorepani Poon Hill Trekking Overview: A Photographer’s Paradise

This brisk walk through the lower Annapurna region offers unparalleled vistas, especially from Poon Hill (3,210m / 10,529ft), a famous viewpoint for its magnificent sunrise over the snow-capped Himalayas. The terraced rice fields that cascade down the hillsides make the Ghorepani Poon Hill Trekking a true paradise for photographers.

Your adventure begins with an enriching visit to the UNESCO World Heritage Sites in Kathmandu, allowing for cultural immersion before the trek. A short, scenic flight transports you to Pokhara, the gateway to the Annapurna region. The actual trek commences near Nayapul, leading you to the beautiful Gurung village of Ghandruk, where you can experience genuine local hospitality and explore the unique culture at the Gurung Museum.

As you trek, you’ll pass through enchanting rhododendron forests that burst into a riot of red blooms during springtime. The descent through charming small towns, traditional settlements, and past refreshing waterfalls provides an exciting and diverse trekking experience, marking the essence of the Annapurna Poon Hill Trek. The journey concludes as you reach Nayapul and drive back to Pokhara, ending this wonderful adventure.

This 9-day itinerary is meticulously designed for trekkers who desire a beautiful, shorter, and less demanding hike, perfect for experiencing the countryside slopes with close-up views of the Himalayas, especially suitable for families. If you are looking for a more extensive journey in the Annapurna area that includes the base camp, our Annapurna Sanctuary trek – 14 days is an excellent option. For those who prefer a more rigorous and comprehensive exploration of the entire Annapurna range, the Annapurna Circuit Trek – 22 days (or a shorter 13-day version via Jomsom) would be perfect.

Ghorepani Poon Hill Trekking – Trip Highlights & Features:

  • Duration: 9 Days
  • Destination: Nepal (Annapurna Region, Ghorepani, Poon Hill, Ghandruk)
  • Trip Grade: Moderate (Suitable for passionate walkers and families)
  • Max. Altitude: Reach Poon Hill at 3,210m (10,529ft)
  • Activity: Cultural Sightseeing, Scenic Flights, Trekking, Sunrise Views
  • Group Size: 1-15 participants (Customize your private trip on request)
  • Best Season: Autumn (Sept. to Nov.) and Spring (March to May)
  • Explore World Heritage Sites in Kathmandu: Bhaktapur Durbar Square, Pashupatinath Temple, and Boudhanath Stupa.
  • Witness excellent sunrise views from Poon Hill, a world-renowned viewpoint.
  • Immerse yourself in Gurung culture in Ghandruk village, visiting the local museum.
  • Walk through vibrant and colorful rhododendron forests (especially stunning in spring).
  • Enjoy magnificent panoramic views of the mighty Annapurnas, Dhaulagiri, Machhapuchhre, and other peaks.

Accommodation & Meals: Comfort on Your Poon Hill Trek

We ensure comfortable stays throughout your Ghorepani Poon Hill trek. You will be accommodated in 3-star hotels in Kathmandu (3 nights) and Pokhara (1 night), and enjoy authentic local hospitality in charming teahouses during the trek (4 nights). All accommodations are on a twin-shared basis, with single supplements available upon request for an additional cost. While most lower elevation regions offer rooms with attached washrooms, facilities may vary at higher altitudes. Mountain Expedition Nepal strives to ensure your happiness and comfort throughout your journey.

For Meals, all standard meals (Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner), along with a cup of tea/coffee, will be served during the trekking days. In Kathmandu and Pokhara, only breakfast is included, with special welcome and farewell dinners provided to enhance your trip. Our diverse menus feature Nepalese, Tibetan, Indian, and popular Continental dishes.

Is This Trip for Me? Fitness & Preparation

The Ghorepani Poon Hill Trek is a moderate trek, well-suited for passionate walkers who can comfortably walk at least 5-7 hours a day with a light day pack. No technical climbing skills are required for this trek. If you are in excellent health with average physical fitness, and possess a positive attitude, self-confidence, and strong determination, you can successfully accomplish this trek. We highly recommend incorporating regular exercise and morning walks into your routine for several weeks prior to the trip to enhance your strength and stability. While past hiking experience is beneficial, it is not mandatory. If you have any pre-existing medical conditions such as heart, lung, or blood diseases, it is crucial to consult your doctor before booking and inform Mountain Expedition Nepal.

Best Time to Travel for Ghorepani Poon Hill Trekking

The ideal seasons for hiking in the Annapurna region, including the Ghorepani Poon Hill Trek, are Autumn (September to November) and Spring (March to May). During these periods, the weather is generally fine, warm, and beautiful, offering clear mountain views. If you wish to avoid the crowds and enjoy a more serene experience with nature, a winter trip (December, January, and February) is also an option, though temperatures can be challenging for some guests. Trekking during the summer or monsoon season (June to August) will be affected by rain, but can be a rewarding experience for interested botanists.

Day to Day Itinerary
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Our representative at the airport will meet you at the Tribhuvan International Airport in Kathmandu, he / she will show signs of  outside the airport terminal. Next, you will take our private tourist vehicle to your respective hotel. Note: If you are arriving after 4:00 p.m., our guide will inform you of the trip, which will be your line before the meeting, so be sure to make all the problems. But if you arrive before 4 pm, your pre-trip meeting will take place in the day’s office. During the meeting, we will present your leadership / difficulties guide. For meetings, be sure to bring your passport, three passport photos and a legible copy of your travel insurance policy. During this meeting, clear the balance owed (if applicable) and signs a legally binding travel form with a disclaimer. Overnight at a hotel. No meals included.

After enjoying a hearty breakfast, your tour will start at 8:30 in the morning. You can use private vehicles and professional guides. Today we will visit part of the heritage that is detailed below: Pashupatinath Temple: The Pashupatinath Temple is one of the most important Hindu temples in the world, located on the banks of the Bagmati River. Although you are not allowed to enter the temple because it is limited to the Hindus, you can clearly see the activities of the temple and the east bank of the Bagmati River. This is a two-story square pagoda temple built on a single-story pedestal that is famous throughout the world. Boudhanath Stupa: Boudhanath is one of the most sacred Buddhist sites in Kathmandu. It was built in the 5th century AD and has four pairs of Buddha’s eyes in four main directions, maintaining an eternal vigilance of people and their actions. You will find Buddhist pilgrims from Tibet turning the prayer wheel around the pagoda. Bhaktapur Durbar Square: Visit Bhaktapur Durbar, Bhupatindra Malla real residential area, the five-story name of the Nyatapola temple, a pagoda-style palace in Batsala Temple, Bhairavnath, Dattatreya temple, Pujari Muth and 55 windows. We can explore the rest of Kathmandu for free and take a last minute shopping trip in the Thamel area for hiking. Overnight at a hotel. Breakfast included.

We take an early morning flight to Pokhara and enjoy amazing views of the Himalayas from the right side of our plane. Upon our arrival in Pokhara, the beautiful lake city, we are rewarded with magnificent views of the Himalayas including Dhaulagiri, Manaslu, Machhapuchhre, the five peaks of Annapurna and others. After taking a rest, we drive to Naya Pul and start the trek. We pass through sub-tropical valley forests, sometimes on the carved trail on the side of the cliff. After lunch, we cross the Bhurungdi Khola (river) via a bridge to the village of Tikhedhunga. The Ulleri Hill with thousands of steps and boulders that continually go upward will really prove a test of our stamina. We reach Ulleri by late afternoon. Overnight in Ulleri. Included meals:Breakfast Lunch Dinner

After breakfast, we ascend to the Ghorepani village. The name Ghorepani in Nepali means ‘horse-water’ due to it being an important campsite for traders before it became a trekker’s stop. Ghorepani is an interesting place with small shops and stalls for selling local products and crafts. The town has two parts: one in a saddle and the other a few hundred feet lower. We stop at the higher part of the Ghorepani village that offers panoramic views of the surrounding mountains including Annapurna South and Nilgiri mountains. Since Ghorepani lies quite higher than our previous stop, we begin to feel the chilly weather especially in the evenings. Overnight in Ghorepani. Included meals:Breakfast Lunch Dinner

To catch the sunrise over the Himalayas, we make an early morning climb along the steep trail to the viewpoint of Poon Hill (3,210m/10,529ft), the most popular trekking destination of the Annapurna region. It is also a great viewpoint to enjoy the amazing views of Mustang, Pokhara and more than 20 of the highest mountains including the close-up views of the Annapurna and Dhaulagiri ranges. The snowy peaks of the high mountains loom above and around us glowing in the morning light. After taking photographs and having some coffee or tea or hot chocolate, we return back to Ghorepani. After breakfast, we head east and climb a nearby ridge. We descend through rhododendron forests, pass by spectacular waterfalls along the way and reach Tadapani to spend the night. Included meals:Breakfast Lunch Dinner

From Tadapani, we make a steep descent through the dense and dark forest. This part of the trek will be through a thick forest of old rhododendron trees. When the rhododendron trees are in bloom, these forests actually turn into amazing gardens. By afternoon, depending upon the season of travel, we also get to enjoy cherry blossoms in bloom on the slopes on the other side of the ravine. After trekking some more minutes, we enter the village of Ghandruk, a slope settlement with stone houses mostly inhabited by the Gurung people. Along with enjoying the stunningly close-up towering views of Fishtail, Annapurna South, and Hiunchuli mountains, we also acquaint ourselves with the simple but rich cultural traditions of the Gurung people at the Gurung Museum in Ghandruk. Included meals:Breakfast Lunch Dinner

Elevation: Ghandruk (2000m) to Nayapul (1050m) This is the last day of trekking and while we cover some distance its all downhill and relatively easy. You will have good views of some of the peaks like Annapurna South as you hike. Once you reach the small village of Kimche you will be walking near the road and its possible to get a local jeep if you want to reach Nayapul faster (ask your guide about the extra cost). We will reach Nayapul by early afternoon with plenty of time for the 1 hour drive back to Pokhara. Overnight in Pokhara.

We fly to Kathmandu in the afternoon. The left side of the airplane offers some amazing views of the Himalayas. After arriving in Kathmandu, we leave for our hotel. We enjoy the day leisurely or catch up on some last minute shopping or explore any landmarks we missed during our first day in Kathmandu. To celebrate the successful completion of our journey, we will have a farewell dinner in the evening. Overnight in Kathmandu. Included meals:Breakfast Dinner

Our journey in Nepal comes to an end today! A Himalayan Adventure Nepal representative will drop us off at the airport approximately 3 hours before our scheduled flight. On our way to home, we have plenty of time to plan our next adventure in the wonderful country of Nepal.

Our team guides, porters and accompanying staff are locals with a broad knowledge about each and every location that we travel through.

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Cost Includes
  • Standard twin-sharing accommodation in a three-star hotel in Kathmandu including breakfast (3 nights).
  • Standard twin-sharing accommodation in a three-star hotel in Pokhara including breakfast (1 nights).
  • Guesthouse accommodation during the trek in mostly twin-share and occasionally dormitory-style rooms (4 nights).
  • Guided city tour in Kathmandu.
  • All standard meals during the trek (Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner) followed by cup of tea/coffee.
  • Local English-speaking experienced trekking guide having licensed. (6trekkers: 1 assistant guide)
  • The required number of local staff and porters to carry your luggage during the trek. Food, accommodation, salary, insurance, equipment and medicine for all staff.
  • Annapurna Conservation Area permits and TIMS permit for trekking.
  • T-shirt, bag and Hat.
  • Official expenses.
  • Welcome dinner in one of the typical Nepali restaurant with cultural program.
  • All Domestic flights (Kathmandu-Pokhara-Kathmandu).
  • Private transportation to and from the starting and ending points of the trek as applicable
  • Medical kit (carried by your trek leader)
  • All government and local taxes
  • Farewell Dinner
Cost Excludes
  • Lunch and dinner in Kathmandu and Pokhara except for welcome and farewell dinner
  • Travel Insurance (compulsory!), which covers emergency high-altitude rescue and evacuation
  • International airfare and airport departure tax
  • Nepal entry visa – You can obtain the visa easily upon your arrival at Tribhuwan International Airport in Kathmandu (Tourist Visa with Multiple Entries for 15 days can be obtained by paying USD 25 or equivalent foreign currency. Similarly, Tourist Visa with Multiple Entries for 30 days and 90 days can be obtained by paying USD 40 and 100 respectively. Please bring 2 copies of passport size photos.)
  • Alcoholic, hot and cold drinks.
  • Personal trekking equipment (click on the Equipment tab).
  • Tips for trekking staff and driver (tipping is expected).
  • Any extra night accommodation in Kathmandu because of early arrival, late departure, and early return from the mountain (due to any reason) than the scheduled itinerary plan
  • Any extra night accommodation in Kathmandu because of early arrival, late departure, and early return from the mountain (due to any reason) than the scheduled itinerary plan
  • Cost arising out of landslides, road blockade, and rescue of any form, cancellation of flight or reasons beyond our control
  • World heritage entrance Fees.
  • Any others expenses that are not mentioned in the ‘Cost Includes’ section.
Departure Dates
  • We have daily departures for this trip from March to May and from mid-September to mid-December. You can type in the number of passengers to book a reservation and select a date that is convenient for you. Due to group size, we never cancel a trip once you’ve made a reservation. If you would rather join the group, we will add more travelers on the selected date. You can let us know once you make a reservation or earlier.
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  • The best times to trek to Ghorepani Poon Hill are during the spring (March-May) and autumn (September-November) seasons. These months offer clear skies, stable weather, and stunning mountain views, making it ideal for witnessing the sunrise over the Himalayas.

  • The Ghorepani Poon Hill Trek is considered a moderate trek suitable for most people with a reasonable level of fitness. It involves daily hikes of 4-6 hours with gradual elevation gain. While the trek can be challenging, the rewards of stunning mountain views make it worthwhile.

  • While it’s possible to do the Ghorepani Poon Hill Trek independently, hiring a guide can enhance your experience. A guide can provide valuable insights into the local culture, history, and flora and fauna, as well as assist with navigation and safety. A porter is generally not necessary for this trek, as the load is manageable for most trekkers.

  • When packing for the Ghorepani Poon Hill Trek, prioritize warm, waterproof clothing, sturdy hiking boots, a down jacket, trekking poles, a headlamp, a water bottle, and a daypack. It’s also important to pack medications for altitude sickness, such as Diamox, and any personal medications you may need.

  • The highlight of the Ghorepani Poon Hill Trek is undoubtedly the sunrise view from Poon Hill. The panoramic view of the Annapurna and Dhaulagiri ranges, including peaks like Annapurna I, Dhaulagiri, and Machhapuchhre (Fishtail), is truly breathtaking.

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