Private Tour

Poon Hill Trek from Pokhara 4 Days

Overview

Available languages

English

4 days

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Unique Landscape: The Poon Hill Trek offers a stunning variety of landscapes, from subtropical forests to alpine meadows, providing trekkers with an ever-changing visual feast. As you make your way through lush rhododendron and oak forests, you’ll encounter terraced fields carved into the mountainsides and crystal-clear streams winding through valleys. The highlight is the panoramic view from Poon Hill, where the first rays of sunrise illuminate the majestic peaks of the Annapurna and Dhaulagiri ranges.

Cultural Immersion: The Poon Hill Trek offers more than just stunning views—it’s also a journey into the heart of Nepali culture. As you pass through charming Gurung and Magar villages, you'll get a firsthand look at their rich traditions, customs, and way of life. The local people are incredibly welcoming, and their hospitality will make you feel right at home.

Additional Info

Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries

Not recommended for pregnant travelers

Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health

Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness

We need your passport details and a photo (selfie also works) to issue trekking permit.

Wheelchair users.

Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

What To Expect

Day 1

Pokahra to Ulleri 2,070m/6,791ft

Accommodations

Overnight stay at guest house.

We will begin our first day in Pokhara. We will drive to Nayapul via local bus which takes around 1 hour to reach Nayapul, the starting point of our trek. After reaching Nayapul we will hike up to Ulleri(2070m/ 6,791ft). Roars of Modi, chirping of birds and beautiful rhododendron forest on the way will make our hike more interesting. We will stay overnight at a lodge in Ulleri and start our trek early in the morning tomorrow.

7 hours • Admission Included

Day 2

Ulleri to Ghorepani 2,675m/ 8,776m

Accommodations

Overnight stay at guest house.

Ghorepani

Early morning we will begin our trek from Ulleri to Ghorepani. We will cross a famous village called Banthali, inhabited by Magar community that offers magnificent views of Annapurna South (7,219m/ 23,684ft), Himchuli(6,441 m/21,132ft) and many more. After crossing several streams and trekking through beautiful rhododendron and oak forest we will reach Nangethanti. From Nangethanti walk to Ghorepani. Ghorepani has a lot to offer to trekkers. Spectacular views of snow-capped mountains like Annapurna south, Nilgiri, Dhaulagiri, Annapurna I, and the traditional Nepalese lifestyle are its main offerings. As we will have plenty of day remaining, we will stroll around the village and stay overnight.

6 hours • Admission Not Applicable

Day 3

Ghorepani to Ghandruk

Accommodations

Overnight stay at guest house.

Ghandruk

We will start our trek before dawn and hike to Poon hill base so that we will not miss the beautiful sunrise. Following our arrival at the top, we will wait for the sun to rise. We will enjoy the sunrise and enjoy the alluring sunkissed view of mountains like Annapurna I, Fishtail, Dhaulagiri. After that, we will head back to Ghorepani. After having our breakfast, we will be descending towards Ghandruk, a beautiful Gurung village in Kaski District which is known for its hospitality. We will spend a night in a teahouse in Ghandruk.

7 hours • Admission Not Applicable

Day 4

Ghandruk to Pokhara

Pokhara

From Ghandruk via a scenic route, we will hike downhills waving goodbye to alluring mountains like Annapurna I, Annapurna South, Dhaulagiri, Fishtail and Himchuli. After crossing beautiful rhododendron forest, streams and several suspension bridges we will reach Birethanti. From Birethanti will hike down hills and follow Modi River to Nayapul. From Nayapul we will catch a local bus and will drive back to beautiful city Pokhara. Tour end.

6 hours • Admission Not Applicable

What‘s Included

English speaking trekking guide.

Round trip transfer by sharing local bus as per itinerary.

Accommodation in guest house.

Private trek.

Hotel pickup and drop off

Trekking permit and tims card.

Personal expenses.

Gratuities

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