Trek Highlights / PP : 700 USD
- Most Satisfying Sunrise and Himalayas view.
- Biggest Ghandruk Gurung Village with soulful Gurung Culture.
- Best view of Dhaulagiri (8176M), Manaslu(8163M) and Annapurna I (8091M) and other mountains.
- Beautiful Terrace Farming of Rice.
- Comparatively Short and easy trek.
- Pristine Rhododendron Forest.
- Warm hospilatity of local people with smiling face.
Trek Description
Poonhill lies 3210m above the sea level. Poonhill trekking is one of the mediocre level trekking. This trekking seems to be the chance to reduce the proximity between you and your desire of dotting magnificent mountains of the world.
Furthermore, Ghorepani Poonhill Trekking will not only award you with the chance of experiencing the massive mountain. Moreover, the fresh and serene air that passes through the silver mountains is the most pure form of air you can breathe in Poonhill. Even more, equally beautifying hospitality of the local villagers will make you forget your own world for the moment.
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Moreover, the smiling rhododendron forests with heart touching birds chanting will give you that sense of pride of being close to the nature. Even more, mountains like Dhaulagiri, Annapurna I, Annapurna South, Annapurna II, III, IV , Gangapurna, Lamung Himal, Barasikhar, Nilgiri, Tukuche Peak, Hiunchuli and Manaslu will be seen from Poonhill.
Moreover, the soul astounding experience you can gather is when the rays of sun hit the snowcapped mountains, revealing them and creating the magical golden shine on the mountains. Due to which, Ghorepani Poonhill Trekking is what you have to go for experiencing this finest creation. Furthermore, the short 7 Days 6 Night Ghorepani Poonhill Trekking of Duke Nepal will give you that immersive experience of nature’s purity and perfection.
Best Time to plan for Poonhill Trekking
- September, October, November, December and January.
- Experience snowfall in December and January.
- March, April and May
Necessary Permits
- For Non- Nepali only, ACAP and TIMS are mandatory
- Annapurna Conservation Area Project (ACAP) by Nepal Tourism Board.
- Trekker’s Information Management System (TIMS) from the TAAN office.
- Four Passport size photos and a passport copy are required.
Accessibility
One can reach Poonhill via Ulleri or can reach Poonhill via Ghandruk. Ghandruk is a comparatively easier route to Poonhill. The trip starts from Nayapul which is 2 hours drive from Pokhara. After reaching Nayapul one can reach Ulleri by short hike of 3 hours. One next day one can reach Ghorepani from Ulleri with a continuous walk of 7-8 hours. Poonhill can be easily reached within 2 days from Pokhara. After reaching Ghorpeani one can trek to Ghandruk and can trek to Nayapul from Ghandruk. After reaching Nayapul, one can board the vehicle to Pokhara. The Poonhill is a more accessible and easy route for trekking. One can also use the Ghandruk route to reach Poonhiil. Moreover, Helicopter service is also available if required by the guests.
Accommodation
Ghandruk, Ulleri & Poonhill offer tourist standard hotels to the customers. Poonhill not only offers our authentic cuisine i.e, Dal, Bhat & Tarkari but also offers popular international fast foods such as Pizza, Burger & Sandwiches$5-$10 per day can be enough for one-day accommodation in Poonhill & Ghandruk. Even more, you can also taste the Gurung food in Ghandruk.
Two Night Three Days Ghorepani Poonhill Trek (PP: 250 USD)
(Suggesting a short itinerary from & To Pokhara )
Day 1: Drive to Ulleri & Trek to Ghorepani
Day 2: Early Morning Sunrise & Trek to Tadapani
Day 3: Trek Down to Ghandruk & Drive to Pokhara
(Includes Meal, Jeep Price, Porter, Guide, Permit )
- Hotel / Airport pick up & drop by our car, van and bus
- Accommodation as required by you or as specified in the appropriate itinerary
- City tour with our guides in private car, van or bus if appropriate
- All typical Meals during the trek (Breakfasts, Lunches, Dinners)
- 3 Cup of teas during the trek
- English speaking Guide depending on the place
- Local staff and porters to carry your luggage during the trek
- Food, accommodation, salary, insurance, equipment and medicine for all staff
- Airfares including taxes as appropriate for internal flight transfer which is a part of trekking itinerary
- All our government taxes
- Official expense
- First aid kits
- Map
- Availability of Duke Nepal Personnel in emergency
- Certain lunches and dinners as explained in the trekking itinerary
- Your travel insurance which is compulsory
- Your International Plane fare and airport taxes
- Appropriate visa fees
- Sightseeing not listed in the itinerary
- Sightseeing not listed in the itinerary
- Meals not listed in the itinerary.
- Personal expenses such as room service, internet charge, laundry, drink, fax, telephone call, optional activities, etc
- Personal trekking equipment and gear
- Certain sightseeing entrance fees
- Gratuities, tips to guides, porters, drivers, etc. (not compulsory)
- Day 1 Drive to Pokhara (800M)
- Day 2 An hour drives to Birethanti(1025m) and trek to Ulleri(2070m)
- Day 3 Trek to Ghorapani(2860m) from Ulleri(2070m)
- Day 4 Poon Hill(3210m) hiking in the morning, and trek to Tadapani(2630m)
- Day 5 Trek to Ghandruk(1940m), village tour in the evening
- Day 6 Trek to Birethanti(1025m), and drive to Pokhara
- Day 7 Drive back to Kathmandu