Ghorepani Poon Hill Trek

Tour Overview

  • Location: Ghorepani
  • Duration: 10 days

The Annapurna Region – Poon Hill Trek (10 Days / 9 Nights) is a scenic Himalayan adventure combining cultural exploration and mountain trekking. The journey begins in Kathmandu with visits to ancient temples and UNESCO sites, followed by a beautiful drive to Pokhara — the gateway to the Annapurnas. The trek itself offers lush forests, waterfalls, charming Gurung villages, and the iconic sunrise from Poon Hill (3210 m), where the Annapurna and Dhaulagiri ranges glow in golden light. It is one of Nepal’s most rewarding short treks, suitable for beginners and families, yet rich in natural beauty and cultural experiences.

Location

Nepal

Kathmandu Valley, Pokhara, Annapurna Conservation Area

Trek points: Nayapul → Tikhedhunga → Ghorepani → Poon Hill → Tadapani → Ghandruk

Duration

10 Days / 9 Nights

Prices

Program cost per person: USD (not specified)

Popular Treks in the Region

  • Poon Hill Trek
  • Annapurna Base Camp Trek
  • Mardi Himal Trek
  • Annapurna Circuit Trek

Best Time to Visit

  • Autumn (Sept–Nov): Clear skies, best mountain views
  • Spring (Mar–May): Rhododendron forests in full bloom
  • Also possible: December–February (cold but clear)

Difficulty Level

  • Easy to Moderate
  • Suitable for beginners, families, and casual trekkers.

Places Covered

  • Kathmandu: Swayambhunath, Patan Durbar Square, Boudhanath, Pashupatinath
  • Pokhara: Phewa Lake, Davis Falls, Gupteshwar Cave, Tibetan Camp, Mountaineering Museum
  • Trek locations: Nayapul, Tikhedhunga, Ghorepani, Poon Hill, Tadapani, Ghandruk

Activities

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Itinerary

  • Day 1 : Kathmandu
    • :

      Arrival → transfer to hotel → visit Swayambhunath Stupa via the historic 300-step staircase → evening welcome dinner with cultural dance.

  • Day 2 : Kathmandu → Pokhara
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      Drive toward Pokhara with an optional Trishuli River rafting experience → lunch on the way → continue to Pokhara (820 m) with views of Machapuchare and Phewa Lake.

  • Day 3 : Pokhara → Nayapul → Tikhedhunga
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      Drive to Nayapul → start trek along Bhurundi Khola River → pass villages, waterfalls, rice terraces → overnight in Tikhedhunga.

  • Day 4 : Tikhedhunga → Ghorepani
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      Trek through oak and rhododendron forests on stone-paved trails → enjoy mountain views of Annapurna and Dhaulagiri → overnight in Ghorepani.

  • Day 5 : Ghorepani → Poon Hill → Tadapani
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      Early morning hike to Poon Hill for sunrise over the Himalayas → trek downhill through jungles and rhododendron forests → reach Tadapani.

  • Day 6 : Tadapani → Ghandruk
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      Easy descent through rhododendron forests inhabited by monkeys → arrive at Ghandruk, a beautiful Gurung village with views of Annapurna South and Hiunchuli.

  • Day 7 : Ghandruk → Nayapul → Pokhara
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      Final trek to Nayapul → transfer to Pokhara → evening Phewa Lake boat ride and visit Barahi Temple.

  • Day 8 : Pokhara → Kathmandu
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      Sightseeing: Davis Falls, Gupteshwar Cave, Tibetan Camp, Mountaineering Museum → drive back to Kathmandu.

  • Day 9 : Kathmandu → Patan
    • :

      Guided tour of Patan Durbar Square, Krishna Temple, Mahabuddha, Golden Temple → visit Boudhanath Stupa and Pashupatinath Temple → free time.

  • Day 10 : Departure
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      Breakfast → transfer to Kathmandu Airport for flight home.

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