Ghorepani Poonhill Trekking - Annapurna Region

Ghorepani-Poonhill Trekking

This low-altitude trek enables you to enjoy the breath-taking scenery of some of the highest Himalayan peaks. From the terraced rice-fields above Pokhara, we walk on good trails through picturesque Gurung villages and the world’s biggest rhododendron forest which, in spring, bursts with color. The dawn views of Dhaulagiri, Machhapuchare and Annapurna South, from Poon Hill are the highlight of this trek. Short, and fairly easy, this trek is a perfect starter for those not sure of their walking ability, or those who wish to make the most of only a few days. The trek finishes at the magnificent lake at Pokhara, where you can add one or two days to the program.

5 Days

Difficulty Easy

Maximum Altitude: 3193 m

DAY 01

Pokhara to Nayapul (drive) and trek to Tirkhedunga (1491m) 4 hrs.

Morning meet trekking guide/ porter at the hotel and take 80 minutes drive to Nayapul. From Nayapul we start our trek. After 15- minutes short walk we reach Birethanti (1065m), a large and prosperous town beside the Modi River. From here we continue walk for 4 hours up-to Tikhedhunga (1577m). Overnight at Tea house.

DAY 02

Tirkhedunga to Ghorepani (2855m) 6 hrs trek.

After breakfast, leave from Tikhedunga for Ghorepani. We begin our journey with steep climb to Ulleri which is a large Magar village at 2070m. Then the trail continues to ascend more gently, through fine forests of Oak & rhododendron towards Banthanti at 2250m. Then we make our trek towards Nangethanti at 2460m. After an hour walk brings you to Ghorepani at 2775m.Overnight at Guest House. Overnight at Tea house.

DAY 03

Ghorepani - Poon Hill (3193 m) - Tadapani (2540 m) in 6hrs.

Wake-up early in the morning and take an hour walk up to Poon Hill. Poon Hill is the one of the best view point in this region. From here we can enjoy the view of sunrise, and panoramic view of Himalayas, including Mt. Dhaulagiri, Annapurna South, Fishtail, and more. After taking some photos, we walk back to Ghorepani for the breakfast, and after that we continue walk for to Tadapani. Overnight at Tea house.

DAY 04

Tadapani (2540 m) to Ghandrung (1940m) in 3hrs.

Enjoy breakfast with the close view of Annapurna South, Himchuli. Then we starts our walk to Ghandruk which is the village of Gurung people, one of the ethnic groups of Nepal, have their own dialect, typical culture, costume, and life style. The first part of walk is descend steeply through forests. This village is possibly the popular tourist destination that offers the beautiful mountain views. Overnight at Tea house.

DAY 05

Ghandrung (1940m) - Nayapul (1645 m) to Pokhara

Breakfast in the hotel and we leave from Ghandruk. Today’s walk is an easy walk all downhill up-to Nayapul. From Nayapul, we take 80 minutes drive back to Pokhara. End of the package.