5 Days Ghorepani Poon Hill Trek with Sherpa guide and porters
August 4, 2024
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5 Days Ghorepani Poon Hill Trekking With Local Guides
Stunning view of Pokhara and Mt. Fishtail along with Phewa Lake
Trekking in Annapurna Conservation Area
Astonishing Panorama view of Sunrise at Mt. Dhaulagiri, Mt. Annapurna,Lamjung Himal and Mt.Manaslu
Cultural and Ethnic tour
This after-Pokhara tour is perfect for those who don’t wish to walk for long hours, and still wish to enjoy all the wonders of a mountain trekking experience. Most treks in this tour take place at lower elevations and are less demanding. Our expert guides help you at every step along the way and make sure that your Nepal Guide Info not like others agency
5 Days Ghorepani Poon-Hill Trekking is mostly known as Poon-Hill Panorama trekking for it’s mesmerizing panoramic view of Dhaulagiri Mountain Range, Annapurna Mountain Range, Lamjung Himal, Manaslu, Ganesh and several other Himalayan Ranges from the Sunrise Viewpoint at poon-Hill. Whether you keep on hiking up while going or hiking down back to Pokhara, basically, you will be surrounded by majestic picturesquely terraced slopes, warm villages, beautiful paddy fields, and wonderful culture and lifestyle of ethnic people like Gurungs, and Magars. What we can assure you is you cannot stop telling people, back home, about the quality time you spend during this trekking.
So for further details itinerary/information with cost please find as below,
5 Days by Day Ghorepani poon Hill itinerary
Day 01: Arrival in Kathmandu meet the Airport and drive to hotel, over night Hotel in Kathmandu.
Day 02 : KATHMANDU – POKHARA (910m/2986ft.)
After Breakfast 6 hrs Drive to Pokhara about 200km by Tourist Bus through good scenery of River and countryside. Check in to the Hotel. Free afternoon on your own. Take a walk around Lakeside or you can do boating at fewa lake. O/n Hotel.
Day 03: POKHARA – TIRKHE DHUNGA (1577m)
After Breakfast an hour drive to Nayapul (50km). Then start your Trek about 20 minutes to Birethati, a prosperous town beside the Modi River. Again heading your Trek to hille, then trek to tirkhe dughga. This day you will Trek about 3-4hrs. O/n at Guest House.
Day 04: TIRKHE DHUNGA – GHOREPANI (2855m)
After Breakfast start your Trek crosses a stream (Burundi Khola) on a suspension bridge then Trek to a large Magar Village called Ulleri. Above the village where the trail climbs gently through pastures and cultivated fields, through rhododendron and oak forests then reach to Nangethanti. You can have lunch or short rest . Again Trek to Ghorepani through the forest. This day you will trek about 5-6 hrs. O/n at guest House.
Day 05: GHOREPANI – Poon Hill (3210m) – TADAPANI (2630m)
Wake up early morning then at 4am an hour hike to Poonhill (3195m) with the help of your stick & flash light. Where you can enjoy with Panoramic Mountain Views & beautiful Sunrise View from your Eye lavel. Then after an hour Trek down to Ghorepani and have Breakfast then start your 6 hrs Trek to Tadapani. Tadapani means, ?Far water?. Water supply in this village from long distance.The trail climbs along ridges and through pine and rhododendron forests to Deurali. We descend to reach Banthanti, before winding our way to Tadapani. On/t hotel.
Day 06: TADAPANI – GHANDRUK (1950m)
Trek start to Ghandruk after the Breakfast. After 4hrs descent Trek to Big Gurung Village called Ghandruk. it is the most interesting tribal Gurung village in Nepal, which provides Gorkha soldiers. It has excellent close -up views of Annapurna South, Machhapurchhe and Himachuli. There is an ACAP office that provides information about its different activities. O/n at guest House.
Day 07: GHANDRUK – POKHARA (1910m)
Today is the last day of this Trek. After Breakfast Trek about 3-4hrs then take Bus back to Pokhara.
O/n at Hotel.
Day 08: back to Kathmandu stay overnight .
Day:09: Drop to Airport Fly back to your home,
About the cost:
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Price includes:
Pickup and drop international Airport in Kathmandu
Two nights accommodation in Kathmandu BB
hotels, all inclusive trek such as Ground transportation, necessary permits entrance fess, professional guide, (myself)/and their expenses including their insurance and equipment, accommodation at lodges en route, all food (breakfast, lunch & dinner) with tea/coffee, etc during the trekking.
Price excludes:
Beverages, Tips, your insurance, personal/natural expenses, Food in Kathmandu etc.
How many steps Poon Hill?
Going Somewhere Slowly’s hikes for the Ghorepani Poon Hill Trek: Choose your starting point: This trek starts and ends from Nayapul, but you can start the circul route from any direction. For an easier, more gradual climb, start from Kimche. If you start from Hile you’ll go up the famous 3500 steps still end of trek
How long is Poon Hill Trek?
Ghorepani poon Hill trek Route information. The total distance of the trek or hike is 32 miles (51.5 km) which takes a total of 4/5 days to cover. With a maximum elevation of 3210 m, the trek is considered a moderate one that could even be a family, young kids and Old person in family hike with easy trails that require less equipment and expertise with 5-6 hours of trek every day.
How do I get to Poon Hill?
One the way of the journey to Poon Hill 3210m, when you reach to Pokhara from Kathmandu, you need to head towards Pokhara-NayaPul-Hile and stay ovenight at Tikhedhunga next day after proper rest. At first, you need to go towards Nayapal which is about 46 KM and takes about 1.5 hour to arrive,. You can get the public local bus from the Pokhara bus stop..You need to head towards Ghorepani next day after you reach and rest at Tikhedhunga. The distance from Tikhedhunga to Ghorepani is 12 KM. It takes nearly about 5-6 hours to trek/hike then stay ovenight Ghorepani 2780m then next day from Ghorepani to Poonhill is 1.5 KM. After you reached the Ghorepani, you need to trek towards the Poon Hill. Poon is situated at the elevation of 3,210 m. Poon Hill is called a mountain among the tourists
Ghorepani Poon Hill Trek cost down blow:
TIMS card: $10 per person ACAP fee:30$usd .
Guide: $25 per day (a typical price), so $125 total
Porter: $18 per day (typical price), so $60 total
Food and accommodation cost per day : 30$ Per day
Tansport Cost -Pokhara-NayaPul-Pokhara:60$
GOOD TO KNOW TREKKING GEAR
Essential Equipment for Trekking.
1.Day sack. (25 to 30 liters)
2.2 water bottle.
3. Fleece/sweater
4. sun bloc.sun-cream And Lip balm preferably
5. Comfortable hiking boots with spare shoe laces.
6. Waterproof jacket/long length fleece or wool vests.
7. Waterproof trousers And warm hiking trousers.
8. Lightweight shoes for to wear in lodges.
9. Light-weight fleece or wool vests.
10. Long or short-sleeved shirt; often more comfortable to wear than a fleece vest or T-shirt.
Warm hiking trousers.
11. Underwear.
12. warm hat and wide rimmed sun block Hat/Dark sunglasss
13. Ear plugs. (Walls in lodges are very thin)
14.water purification kit/ small hand towel
15.Toilet paper
16. A couple of pairs of gloves and good quality walking socks.
17. Rucksack liner or thick bin bag
Best Time for the Ghorepani Poon Hill Trek
The Ghorepani Poon Hill Trek is a popular short trek in the Annapurna region of Nepal, offering stunning views of the Annapurna and Dhaulagiri mountain ranges. The best times to do this trek are:
Spring (March to May):
Weather: Mild temperatures and clear skies.
Flora: Rhododendrons and other wildflowers are in full bloom, making the trek particularly colorful and vibrant.
Visibility: Excellent mountain views.
Autumn (September to November):
Weather: Cool temperatures and stable weather, ideal for trekking.
Visibility: Crystal clear skies, providing the best views of the Himalayas.
Festivals: This season coincides with major Nepali festivals like Dashain and Tihar, adding a cultural experience to the trek.
Insurance for the Ghorepani Poon Hill Trek
When trekking in Nepal, especially in the Himalayas, it’s essential to have proper insurance. Here’s what you need to consider:
Trekking Insurance:
High Altitude Coverage: Ensure your insurance covers trekking up to the maximum altitude of Poon Hill (around 3,210 meters).
Emergency Evacuation: Look for a policy that includes emergency helicopter evacuation, as this can be critical in case of injury or severe altitude sickness.
Medical Coverage: Comprehensive medical coverage is essential, especially for treatments related to trekking injuries or altitude-related illnesses.
Policy Details:
Trip Cancellation/Interruption: Some policies offer coverage for trip cancellations or interruptions due to unforeseen circumstances like bad weather or personal emergencies.
Lost or Stolen Gear: Consider a policy that covers loss or theft of trekking gear and personal belongings.
Reliable Insurance Providers:
Companies like World Nomads, IMG Global, and Allianz are popular among trekkers for offering comprehensive coverage for trekking in Nepal.
It’s important to carefully read the terms and conditions of your insurance policy and ensure that it meets all your needs for the trek.
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