Poon Hill Trek

Poon Hill Trek

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    Max Altitude
    3210
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    Activity
    Trekking
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    Start End
    Kathmandu - Kathmandu
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    Accomodation
    3 Star Hotel in Kathmandu and Tea House in Trekking region
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    Trip Season
    March to May and September to October

Poon Hill Trek perfectly suited for all trekkers is a circular trek via Nepal’s one of the gentler routes and is best for families and beginners willing to experience the stunning 360-degree Himalayan Vista observation of astounding mountains including awesome accommodations and food during the trip in the lower elevation. April is considered the excellent time month for this trek when the rhododendrons are fully blooming, but this trek can be done any time of the year.

The trekking activities around Ghorepani Poon Hill are a circuit in the down section of the Annapurna Himalayan Range. The vantage point of Poon Hill offers gorgeous views of sunrise and mountain panorama of the familiar Annapurna region like Annapurna South (7,219m), Annapurna I (8,091m), Annapurna I, III and IV, Dhaulagiri (8,169m), Lamjung Himal, Gangapurna, Machhapuchre (Fishtail) and Manaslu (8,163m).

Travelers will enjoy hiking inside the deep rhododendrons and alpine woods, terraced sloppy land, rice fields, and lured nature with lush vegetation. The friendly hospitality of the local Gurung and Magar villages is equally wonderful and Ghorepani itself is also a beautiful place with extraordinary mountain sceneries located in central Nepal at a lower altitude of approximately 2874 meters (9,429ft) in the lap of Annapurna Conservation Area.
Poon Hill Trek also known as the Annapurna Sunrise Trek and includes the famous ascending challenge at Ulleri but nowadays it has facility of transportation too so, you can choose either trek from Nayapul to Tikhedhunga then hike up to Ulleri or directly drive to Ulleri and there are 3,332 stone steps to ascend.

There is also the vibration of beautiful nature and typical villages in Ghandruk that offer great sceneries of Annapurna South, Hiunchuli, and Fishtail, the colorful night market of Lakeside City Pokhara, just 7 hour’s drive and 25 minutes flights from Kathmandu.

Comprehensive Guide to Poon Hill Trek

Poon Hill Trek is about 6 days treks in the Annapurna foothills which offers enjoyable trekking through outstanding Himalayan panoramas, attractive Poon and Gurung villages, dense rhododendron forests, and alpine woods with subtropical valleys that set towards the Annapurna conservation area along the gorgeous Fishtail ( Machhapuchre) under the domination of blue skyline.

From the best vantage point, Poon Hill (3,510m/10531ft) located above Ghorepani provides breathtaking views of Annapurna massif, Dhaulagiri, Nilgiri, Hiunchuli, and Machhapuchre crown with golden sunrise. The trek allows you to immerse yourself in the natural beauty and attractive culture with unique customs and traditions in the significant region of the mighty Himalayas.

The trekking generally begins hiking from Nayapul but nowadays people also take transportation up to Ulleri and you can have both options. Our company is flexible, so we can go under our client’s choice as even there is a choice of flight or drive from Kathmandu to Pokhara.

On your way to trekking routes can explore the typical villages and have a chance to interact with the friendly local people to study about their lifestyles and cultures by interacting with them. The adventure also awarded you offering the mesmerizing views of the Annapurna, Machhapuchre, Annapurna South, Hiunchuli, and Dhaulagiri as numerous neighboring towering peaks of snow glistering high mountains and continue our trekking until we reach Ghorepani for today’s journey.

Furthermore, the next day early in the morning we make our way to Poon Hill, the best vantage point to behold 360 degrees numerous mountain views with the crown golden sun at the top. We will step 2,324 stone steps to reach the top of Poon Hill and will watch the silver shine glistering renowned snowcapped mountains. From the top, you can observe the wonderful views of glaciers and numbers of Himalaya series like Dhaulagiri (80169m) Annapurna South (7,219m) Hiunchuli (6,441m) Annapurna I (8091m), Gangapurna (7,4455m), Annapurna III (7,555m), Machhapuchre (6,993m) as the views are such an awesome and this is the favorite spot for taking photographs for photographers from the world.

We will spend our time studying such gigantic mountains on the horizon and set the pictures in our hearts and minds also keep them in our camera memory. After back from Poon Hill, we will eat our breakfast at our tea house and further proceed towards the trek to Tadapani. The trails lead us through the rhododendron forests and alpine woods like a natural tunnel way of different hills by ascending and descending and provide the beautiful sceneries of different mountain vistas and you will realize the humongous Annapurna Mountains at Tadapani.

On our third day, we commence our journey to Ghandruk, a beautiful Gurung traditional village located at the lap of the Annapurna region passing through the rhododendron forests in the peaceful natural environment and descending the trail. When we arrive at Ghandruk we will see the best view of the Annapurna South, Hiunchuli, and Fishtail and spend our night in this beautiful village. The next day we eat our delicious breakfast and drive back to Adventure City, Pokhara observing a bee hive against the rocks below Landruk village with picturesque villages. The following morning we will back to Kathmandu after exploring the beautiful Pokhara city your trekking adventure has been completed and we hope you enjoyed the adventure and made fun memories in your lifetime.

LENGTH AND TERRAIN OF THE POON HILL TREK

This is the best short trek in comparison with other regions trekking about 45 kilometers circuit in a clockwise route ultimate elevation of 3210 m at Poon Hill. The treks provide the awesome sceneries of deep valleys and majestic Himalayan vistas and the perfect trekking in Nepal.

The trek can have changeable weather but it is in the lower part so, will not affect your journey sometimes might be closed if the clouds cover the mountains, and with a good kit you will keep yourself warm and the hike going on well – established paths and not too high so altitude sickness will not be an issue.

The trek offers scenery and cultural diversity of different ethnic groups and mountain geography passing through the lush green fields and ancient villages and trekking inside the subtropical forests to explore the various natural aspects with peaceful days trekking.

Changes for hiking the Poon Hill since 2023

From 1st April 2023, all international travelers must hire a government-licensed holder guide for trekking in Nepal apart from the Everest region.

Independent trekking does not exist anymore so there are two options for your trekking either hire a guide or join a tour with a valid trekking agency. When you rent a guide make sure the guide has the trekking experience, reliable, and with legal trekking guide license. We suggest, booking your trip with a reliable legal agency beforehand, in this case, your trip booking company will arrange everything that is needed for trekking so you can freely hike to your targeted destination with a reliable guide another advantage of booking with a legal company, they will be responsible for everything during your trek so it is the best idea for safety.

How difficult is the Poon Hill Trek?

The Poon Hill Trek is a moderate-level trek which is not offering any kind of technical climb and mountaineering experience. The trek is the easiest one for multi-day trekking in the Annapurna region. However, the trek still demands physical stamina because of the 3000-meter ascent passing through by 2 days. The trail is best for acclimatizing hiking before owning the challenging trek in the other part of Nepal.

ACCOMMODATION ON THE POON HILL TREK

Accommodation is well facilitated and available in the comfortable tea houses run by locals. Every lodge has a central communal place with a large wood fire oven that lets the trekker heat and cozy ambiance. The bedrooms are unheated and normally two beds per room with blankets, mattresses, and pillows. It is better to bring your sleeping bag but you will also provide blankets in the peak season there might be a lack of blankets because of the overflow of the trekkers and clothes needed for porters and guides.

Similarly, all tea houses have hot showers which are powered by gas and available western-type flush toilets (some lodges have squat toilets). Cuisine in the tea houses is fresh and you will have different choices like western foods items with mixed Nepal foods Dal Bhat is Nepal’ traditional food which you can try. Alcoholic and soft drinks are also available on your choice but you need to pay yourself which is not included in your trekking packages shops are also available for buying snacks and drinks, chocolate bars, and better we suggest buying snacks in Kathmandu because is costly in the mountains.

PACKING LISTS FOR POON HILL TREK
Warm trekking clothes with a 3 season sleeping bag and lightweight hiking shoes ankle supportive are suggested for Poon Hill Trek to defend you against possibly going to an ankle twist, weighty boots will hot and inconvenient. Sun hats and gloves, some pairs of comfortable socks, walking sticks for hiking, and also a waterproof jacket as well as an umbrella to stay safe from rain showers. In the spring, especially in May so, you need to wear shorts and T–shirt, and it is important to protect against the direct sunlight.
Following are the basic packing lists for Poon Hill Trek
BAGS – Duffle bag for a porter to carry your stuff
OUTER – Waterproofs to jackets to keep off winds
LAYERS – Shirts, shorts, trousers, T-shirt, hats and gloves
FEET – Convenient shoes with a comfortable sole and ankle support, and sandals to change in the evening
SLEEPING – 3-season warm sleeping bag but tea houses also have blankets
DRINKING – Good, hard plastic water bottle and should be environment friendly
WASHING & MEDICAL KITS – small first aid kit, towel and wash kit
SUN CARE – Sunglasses, sunhat
Hiking – hiking poles, umbrella, dry bags
PERSONNEL ITEMS – Books, cameras and music
Note: You will get mobile networks in most of the places and you will be charged for charging electric devices and will find WIFI in most of the places.

 

Trip Itinerary

After you landing at Tribhuwan International Airport in Kathmandu, our office representatives will welcome you and transfer to the hotel, after check in hotel you will get brief about your whole trekking program. This day we do not separate the time for any activities so, you can go around yourself and rest at hotel. Breakfast Included

The drive from Kathmandu to Pokhara will take around 7 hours by deluxe tourist bus and the rest of the time you can sightseeing around the beach of Phewa Lake and night market of Pokhara with sighting the massif of Annapurna Mountains and overnight stay at the hotel. Breakfast Included

After breakfast we will prepare our trekking gears and do back pack then we commence our journey to our adventure to Poon Hill. We will take a vehicle and drive to Nayapul and trek start to Ulleri and in Birethati we will register our Annapurna Conservation Permit (ACAP) and trek further to Ulleri Passing through the lush paddy fields on the off road. We will see the local traditional village's fertile terraces, friendly local people and their life style, mostly the Gurung and Magar ethnic group habitate in thei region, overnight stay at Ulleri. The trail is steep ascending to Ulleri from Tikhedhunga. Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner Included

In the morning after breakfast, we will proceed towards Ghorepani and the trail lead us inside the rhododendron forests and alpine woods. Continuing our trekking from different small settlement in the wilderness trail we arrive to Ghorepani. From Ghorepani we can see the best panoramas of the different mountains located in the Annapurna series, overnight stay at the tea house in Ghorepani. Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner Included

Early in the morning wake up and hike up to the Poon Hill (3210m) to observe the sunrise view from the opposite part of the Mt. Fishtail (Machhapuchhre). We will behold Mt. Annapurna Himalayan Series, Mt. Dhaulagiri Range, Tukuche Peak, Dhampus Peak, Nilgiri, Annapurna South, Hiunchuli, Annapurna I and Mt Fishtail. After spending our time at Poon Hill we will back to our tea house and eat our breakfast then proceed our journey to Tadapani. The trail passing through Thapla Danda, Deurali, Banthati inside the best colorful rhododendron jungle. We walk uphill and downhill to arrive at Tadapani and overnight stay at the tea house. Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner Included

After eating our delicious breakfast in Tadapani we head towards Ghandruk along the dense forests of rhododendron and keep our walking continue to Ghandruk village. While reaching at Ghandruk village we will eat our lunch and go sightseeing around Ghandruk ethnic village and Gurung museum leading by your guide and overnight stay at the tea house. Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner Included

In the morning after breakfast, we will take our vehicle and drive to Pokhara, this is our ending point of the trekking to Poon Hill. We will arrive Pokhara after 3 hours' drive and check in the hotel. You can sightseeing around Pokhara city and boating in the Phewa Lake and overnight stay at the Hotel. Breakfast Included

In the morning after breakfast, will take the private vehicle and drive to Pokhara airport and fly to Kathmandu. After landed Kathmandu airport you can drive to Thamel tourist area and local market of Ason and buy some souvenirs for family and friends. Exactly before 3 hours before of your international flight we will farewell and transfer to Tribhbuwan International Airport and Fly back to your home country.

Price & Dates

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    Trip Included

    • Airport Pick up and drop
    • 3 star hotel accommodations in Kathmandu and Pokhara
    • Meals during trek (Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner)
    • English speaking guide
    • porter (1 porter for 2 people)
    • All the ground transportation
    • Annapurna conservation (ACAP) entry permit
    • TIMS Card
    • Fresh fruit after dinner
    • First aid kit
    • Company duffle bag

    Trip Excluded

    • International Airfare
    • Visa Fee
    • Travel Insurance
    • Personnel Expenses
    • Any kind of alcoholic and soft drinks like beer, whisky, coke, sprite and mineral water
    • Hot shower and hot water
    • Electronic device charging and internet
    • Tips for guide and helping porter

    FAQ's

    The Poon Hill Trek is a well-trodden trail throughout, however, the trail can be rocky and uneven with several stone steps for ascending/descending during the trekking journey. It is not a difficult trail so you don't need any kinds of skilled preparations.

    The best time for trekking around Annapurna region and Poon Hill is from April to May and September to November. The climate would be best within this time if the sky is clear and not too cold and mountains are standing with silver shining on the horizon. The days would be sunny and at night would be nasty cold temperatures dropping to almost freezing points. At the highest elevation point on this trek will be less than 5 degrees Celsius early in the morning. In the season of trekking plan to wear T-shirts and shorts during the day and in the evening, you can wear a down jacket. The tea houses' communal dining halls are warm in the evening when the fire is burning, and bedrooms are not heated but with your sleeping bags and blankets, it will be enough warm.

    We have already suggested hard plastic bottles for water pouring and you can buy by yourself and fill the water on the way because mineral bottles are restricted in this area to protect the environment, you will refill your water bottle and drink plenty of water, hot drinks like tea coffee or hot lemonade and you can use also the laser light and table to purify water.

    Himalayan Vista Trekking Pvt. Ltd is a responsible licensed trekking company and has been operating trekking tours since 2016 in the field of tourism in Nepal. We always focus on safety, and successful trip enjoyment on the trekking so that you will keep the unforgettable memory in your life. All of the trekking crew of HVT are experienced in everything and responsible to the guests and they know how to respect and behave with clients. The porters will carry the main big bag maximum weight of 15 kg and cater to all the group's needs as they will support you in every step of your hiking journey.

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