Ghorepani Poon Hill Trek 10 days are identified as one of the easy and short treks with a fine panoramic view of the Annapurna region. Poon Hill's trekking trip begins with a scenic drive leaving Kathmandu to Pokhara following Prithvi Highway towards the west.
After a short drive to Nayapul, starting trek passes through numerous winning settlements, waterfalls, terraced fields, dense forests and much more on the way takes to Poon Hill (the best viewpoint throughout the Annapurna region). Poon hill sunrise throughout towering Himalayas including Dhaulagiri and Machhapuchhare with other numerous snowcapped mountains makes this trekking route more rewarding. This Ghorepani Poon Hill 10 days trekking package is awesome and suitable for all age groups of trekkers for exploring the Annapurna region and it’s simply great because there is no risk of altitude sickness.
Day 4: Drive to Nayapul (1,070 m) and trek to Tikhadhunga (1,540 m)
Day 5: Trek to Ghorepani (3,194 m)
Day 6: Hike to Poon Hill (3,210 m) and Trek to Tadapani (2,590 m)
Day 7: Trek to Ghandruk (1,940 m)
Day 8: Trek to Nayapul and drive to Pokhara
Day 9: Drive to Kathmandu
Day 10: Departure day
Cost Includes:
Airport pickups and drops in a private vehicle
Tourist standard hotel accommodation in Kathmandu and Pokhara with breakfast
Teahouse accommodation during the trek
All meals (breakfast, lunch, and dinner) during the trek
Farewell dinner in Kathmandu
All ground transportation on a comfortable private vehicle as per the itinerary
Guided city tour in Kathmandu by private vehicle
Entrance fees for sightseeing/monument visits as per the itinerary
An experienced, English-speaking, and government-licensed trek leader and assistant trek leader
Porter service (2 trekkers: 1 porter)
Staff costs including their salary, insurance, equipment, food, and accommodation
Down jacket and sleeping bag (to be returned after trip completion)
All necessary paperwork and trekking permits
Medical kit (carried by your trek leader)
All government and local taxes
Cost Excludes:
Nepalese visa fee
Excess baggage charge(s)
Extra night accommodation in Kathmandu and Pokhara because of early arrival, late departure, or early return from the mountain due to any reason other than the scheduled itinerary
Lunch and evening meals in Kathmandu
International flights
Travel and rescue insurance
Personal expenses (phone calls, laundry, bar bills, battery recharge, extra porters, bottle or boiled water, shower, etc.)
Tips for guide(s), porter(s) and driver(s)
* This tour can be fully customized as per your requirement.
Day 1: Arrival day in Kathmandu (1,300)
On the first day, considering your arrival hour at Tribhuwan International Airport our agents will be awaiting you to pick you up for escort towards the tourist standard inn. We also hold a meeting for discussion regarding the trek following an introduction session with other team members.
Day 2: Sightseeing and preparation
On the second day after enjoying a hot breakfast, we plan to explore Pashupatinath temple, Boudhanath stupa, and Bhaktapur which are nominated on the list of UNESCO world heritage sites. After observing these historical spots, we return to finalize our trekking gear and other requirements for the upcoming trek and this night will also be spent at the same hotel in Kathmandu.
Day 3: Drive to Pokhara (820 m)
Third-day early morning, our private vehicle will be there to transfer you towards the bus station to catch the tourist standard automobile. Therefore splitting Kathmandu, the bus heads towards the west catching Prithvi Highway along the following road at the edge of Trishuli River to reach Pokhara. Evening hours can be utilized by exploring the lake and night at the lodge.
Day 4: Drive to Nayapul (1,070 m) and trek to Tikhadhunga (1,540 m)
On the fourth-day early morning, we drive towards Nayapul leaving Pokhara. Thus, after reaching Nayapul, we hold a short time for bag packs and arrangements before starting our trek forward. After a short time following the south bank of the Modi River, the trial takes towards the beautiful village of Birethanti, where we consider some necessary formalities to move ahead along passing some more settlements and a few waterfalls, we reach Tikhedhunga for a stay overnight.
Day 5: Trek to Ghorepani (3,194 m)
On the fifth day developing our trip early morning by steeping more than 3000 stone paved steps, the upward trail offers Ulleri. Therefore, a gentle ascent crossing through the Rhododendron and Oak forest along passing different numerous settlements with Spectacular Mountains view takes us to Ghorepani which is the best viewpoint of the Annapurna region to sight morning sunlight view. This night will be spent at Lodge in Ghorepani.
Day 6: Hike to Poon Hill (3,210 m) and Trek to Tadapani (2,590 m)
On the sixth day, we hike early morning to reach Poon Hill before the sun rises to catch the first ray of the sun striking on towering mountains of the Annapurna region. Some hours will be spent capturing memories through close-up views of stunning peaks including Dhaulagiri and Annapurna. Therefore retracing our route back, we pass many settlements, waterfalls, and forests to reach Tadapani for spending our night.
Day 7: Trek to Ghandruk (1,940 m)
Seventh-day after attending early morning breakfast, we develop our walk forward through oak and rhododendron forests enjoying varieties of birds with pleasing chirpings along passing different mini-settlements on the way to reach Ghandruk. After that we explore the beautiful village, handicraft center, temples, and Gurung museum as well during the remaining hours of the evening time, we enjoy the Gurung cultural program and stay a night at the lodge.
Day 8: Trek to Nayapul and drive to Pokhara
On the eighth day after leaving Ghandruk, our trail drops down to the Modi River crossing Imja, Chane, and Kimche. From there following the bank of the Modi River trail takes us to Birethanti passing Syauli Bazaar and Chimrung, where we consider some checking formalities at the ACAP office and head towards Nayapul to catch a bus to Pokhara. Finally, after steeping Pokhara, we sight some attractions of Pokhara in the remaining hours and spent the night at a tourist standard lodge.
Day 9: Drive to Kathmandu
On the ninth day after having an early morning light breakfast, we leave Pokhara and move forward to catch a tourist standard bus towards Kathmandu. Finally, after reaching Kathmandu, you will be picked up by our private vehicle and shifted towards a fine tourist standard hotel. In the evening hour, we host genuine Nepali dishes in a popular Nepalese restaurant where you can enjoy ethnic cultural dance and music.
Day 10: Departure day
On the tenth day, on the last day of your trip after having a delicious breakfast, you can go out for shopping to buy some gifts for your loved ones. We will be there to help with your packing and arrangements. Our private vehicle shifts you to the airport considering your flight time and a representative will be there to wish you a safe journey and successful steps ahead.
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Visa Information
All visitors are required to arrange a visa to enter Nepal. A Nepalese visa can be easily obtained upon arrival on arrival in Kathmandu at the airport or the Nepalese embassy abroad. But nationals from Afghanistan, Iraq, Cameroon, Ghana, Somalia, Swaziland, Palestine, Zimbabwe, Nigeria, Ethiopia, and Liberia cannot secure the Nepalese Visa upon arrival. The Visa can also be secured at the entry points at Nepalese borders. A valid passport for at least six months and a recent digital photo (size: 1.5" x 1.5") will be required and you can obtain visas for Nepal from the Nepalese Consulate in your country or upon arrival at Kathmandu Airport. Nepalese visas cost USD 25 for 15 days and USD 40 for 30 days to date.
Official Papers
Some of the required official documents are your valid passport, 4 extra passport-sized photographs (for trekking permits), travel insurance, airline tickets, and luggage tags. Visas can be obtained upon entry into Nepal.
Weather Information
The weather in the mountains is pretty difficult to predict. Nights are generally cooler and days are warm. The months of winter (January and February) are a bit colder but the days can be quite beautiful and warm if the sun is out. It snows during January, February, and December in the Himalayan areas.
Best time to travel
Nepal offers diversified geographical regions and so the climatic condition differs from the Himalayas to the plains. The climate varies as per the season. Nepal generally offers 4 seasons amongst which autumn and spring are the two most favorable ones for visiting Nepal. It is always wise to know about the weather and climatic condition of the place you visit. The best time to travel depends on your destination, activities, and season of travel. Our destination specialists will recommend certain travel times after learning more about your preferences. The favorable months for trekking and climbing are usually September – November, and February – April. The monsoon season is from June – August.
Physical Fitness
Even though physical fitness plays an important role in trekking you don’t have to be a super athlete or a marathon runner to trek in Nepal. Many people of good fitness for their age can complete the trek. You can prepare yourself beforehand by doing some yoga which will prepare you for your breathing as you will be going to a higher altitude. Running or hiking on hills, or going for a long walk will also help you. And if you live in an urban area running down the stairs of a tall building will also work better in keeping you fit for trekking. Though these preparations aren’t strictly compulsory, you can do well even when the preparations you do aren’t rigorous like that of some ultra-athletic person. Do these things at a moderate pace for two months or even less? And you are set to complete any trekking to Nepal.
Travel Insurance
Doing insurance while trekking in Nepal is not compulsory but will surely help you a lot if you do one, as it covers any comprehensive expenses possible to acquire due to medical issues or accidents. Your travel insurance must protect air ambulance, treatment charges, rescue and evacuation, product cancellation and refundable charges, flight delays, and cancellations. We suggest you bring your travel insurance certificate or send us to scan copy and it must be issued from your homeland. We do not arrange or sell insurance so you can find your local travel insurance for this.
Vaccination for Nepal
All travelers should consult with their physician or update on vaccination requirements before travel. (Your doctor or health-care provider will determine what you will need, depending on factors such as your health and immunization history, areas of the country you will be visiting, and planned activities) For traveling to Nepal; we recommend you take vaccination of Polio, Tetanus, Typhoid, Hepatitis A, Hepatitis B, Rabies, etc, it is not really must but recommended.
Booking Process
While you chose which trip you wanted to go on, contact us at our head office, Thamel Marg, Kathmandu Nepal by email or phone, email is a more easy and clear option, as soon as we get your email or call, we will process your booking. We need a 20% booking amount to confirm your booking, the payment can be made through Bank transfer, Credit card payment (Master/Visa card), or online money transfers also Money Gram, Western Unions, or others. After we get the 20% amount, we will confirm your booking and you will get the official booking and payment receipt. The final balance for the tour will be paid upon arrival in Kathmandu.
Safety Guidelines
Do proper research about the company that you are planning to trek with and make sure they are a legally registered travel agency.
You should be well acquainted with travel health and travel insurance before traveling.
Have an idea about the climate, geography, temperature, and environment of Nepal before starting your trip.
Using credit cards instead of cash is a wiser idea.
The majority of the Nepalese people are nicer but there are a few scammers you will come meet on your way and need to avoid, for example, ‘holy men who will try to plant a tika (a red paste denoting a blessing) on your forehead demanding payment for it on streets.
Be careful while buying medicinal herbs as some may be illegal for you to take home and also be aware of duplicate products.
Never get involved in doing drugs, trafficking, and sexual relations with minors as there are strict rules for these cases, and might get you into a big problem.
Take copies of your passport, visa, air ticket, and trekking permits and keep them separately from the originals.
Prepare yourself for altitude sickness and be familiar with its symptoms so that you can follow the guidelines for safe acclimatization.
