Upon your arrival at Tribhuvan International airport, You will be welcomed by the ART staff and transferred to your hotel, overnight at hotel
Itinerary
The Poon Hill Trek is one of the most popular short hikes in the Annapurna region and can be done within a week. It is a suitable hike for all travelers, from experienced to beginners. This quick and easy trek offers many fantastic mountain views of Annapurna, Dhaulagiri, Nilgiri, Machhapuchare, and many others. This trek is easy to do and can be done within a week. It’s the finest trekking route in Nepal, with sensational mountains, hills, waterfalls, lakes, forests, landscapes, and the best of the wilderness. During the trek, you can explore the unique culture of the Gurung and Magar ethnic groups and their significant lifestyle in the mountains. We ensure you fulfill your dream of trekking in the Himalayas once in a lifetime.
Tour program
Arrival at Kathmandu 1350m/4428ft.
Kathmandu – Pokhara 850m/2788ft- 7 hrs drive.
Today our trek start after having our breakfast at Hotel, the trail will be crossing a stream (Burundi Khola) on a suspension bridge then Trek to a large Magar Village called Ulleri. Above the village where the trail climbs gently up through the pastures and cultivated fields, rhododendron and oak forests then reach to Nangethanti where we will take a lunch break. after lunch we continue our way toward Ghorepani which will take us to reach there about 2 hours.
Pokhara – Tikhedunga 1510m/3810ft- 4 hrs walk approx
After having breakfast at the hotel in Pokhara, we enjoy a short drive through the beautiful landscape on the way to Nayapul, and then start our trekking to Tikhedhunga (1560M) via crossing the small village Birethanti (1055m.), it is easy trekking passing through several villages and settlements, Afterward, we will ascend gently to the Tikhedunga, overnight at Lodge.
Overnight we will be accommodated at the best possible trekking lodge/ hotel with standards meals including breakfast, lunch, and Dinner ( B+L+D).
Tikhedunga – Gorepani 2750m/9348ft- 5/6 hrs walk approx
Today the trail crosses the Tikhedunga Khola ( river) on a suspension bridge then the trail climbs steeply on a stone staircase that is said to have more than 1000 steps. As we trek along you pass typical villages, wide landscape, ascending to Ulleri. From Ulleri the trail takers you walk through the lush green forest where we may see some wild animals and colorful birds before you reach Ghorepani. Reaching the Ghorepani we will see the beautiful Himalayan range and green valley around. Overnight at lodge
Overnight we will be accommodated at the best possible trekking lodge/ hotel with standards meals including breakfast, lunch, and Dinner ( B+L+D).
Gorepani – Tadapani 2610m/8560ft- 4/ hrs walk approx
Today is an exciting and wonderful day of your trek. Early morning excursion to Poon Hill (3210m) about 40 minutes hike from your lodge. From Poon Hill, you will see the spectacular panorama stretches Dhaulagiri and Annapurna I the two major mountains above eight thousand meters high above sea level. From that point, we will see the awesome sunrise view over the Himalayan range: including western region highest mountain Dhaulagiri, Annapurna range, Nilgiri range, Machhapuchhare, and other peaks. After your breakfast, the trek takes you up the hill through dense forest Deurali and then descending to Tadapani.
Overnight we will be accommodated at the best possible trekking lodge/ hotel with standards meals including breakfast, lunch, and Dinner ( B+L+D).
Tadapani – Ghandruk-Nayapul 4 hrs walk and 1.30 hrs drive to Pokhara.
Today is as you reach Ghandruk after the short and wonderful walk from Trapani you will see a Gurung traditional museum at Ghandruk, Ghandruk is one of the best destinations for domestic or international tourists so many travelers visit here to see the ethnic culture and tradition. The place still provides us beautiful landscape and awesome mountains view with Annapurna south, Nilgiri, Machhapuchre, and Annapurna II, the journey continues to descend to Nayapul gradually downhills and flat on sometimes. As we reach Nayapul the private vehicle will be waiting for you to drop you at the hotel.
Service included: breakfast, and lunch ( B+L).
Pokhara – Kathmandu 7 hrs by drive.
A scenic drive from Pokhara to Kathmandu will take between 7/8hrs or in optional we will fly from Pokhara to Kathmandu. At Kathmandu, you will have free time for shopping souvenirs for family and friends.
Tour Details
accommodation
- All the accommodations during the trek in the mountain (On a tea houses/ lodges)
transport
- Free transfer services for Airport - Hotel- Airport pick up and drop off transfer
- Kathmandu - Pokhara- Kathmandu by tourist bus
- Pokhara - Nayapul- Pokhara by local jeep/ taxi / bus etc.
insurance
optional
- Porter will be provided as per your request at an extra cost
flights
- flight to and from Pokhara is available at an extra cost as per request (USD$123/P FOR ONE WAY)
others
- Nepal entry visa fees (you can easily issue the visa on arrival at Tribhuwan International Airport, Kathmandu). $25 USD for 15 days Visa.
- Extra accommodation and meals behind schedule (Foods and accommodations before or after the trek)
- Extra drinks as alcoholic & non-alcoholic such as Fanta, Coca-cola, sprite, water, beer, etc.
- Additional cost by out of management control due to the landscape, weather condition, illness, change of government policies, strikes, and physical condition, etc.
- Personal expenses such as snacks, laundry, telephone, WIFI, hot shower, etc at tea houses on a trek.
- Travel insurance which has to cover emergency rescue evacuation from the high-altitude
- Personal trekking equipment for this trek
- Tips for guide and staffs (Tipping is recomended by culture)
- Any other expenses that are not mentioned in the Price Include section of this trek
others
- Free Airport (International Airport- Hotel- Airport) pick up and drop off services by private vehiclE.
- Foods, salary, drinks, accommodation, equipment, transportation, and insurance for the Guide/ leader
- All essential trekking documents/papers for the trek including Annapurna Conservation Area (ACAP) Permits & Trekking Information Management System (TIMS) Card.
- Trekking equipment such as the Sleeping bag, down jacket, walking pole, crampon, and duffle bag on request
- All the Hotel/Trekking lodges (Tea House) on a trek.
- An assistance guide for the group of 8 pax or above on a trek
- Free Kathmandu- Pokhara- Kathmandu transportation offer by comfortable deluxe tourist bus
- Pokhara- Nayapul- Pokhara by PRIVATE Transport
- Supplementary; such as energy bar, snickers, some good crackers, etc. on a trek these will be carried by the guide.
- You'll be served the all the available seasonal fresh fruits almost every evening after dinner
- A certificate of appreciation on a successful trek
- Farewell dinner at the best typical Nepalese restaurant along with the cultural shows on the final day of the trip!
- Oximeter to measure your oxygen & Pulse such a higher altitude area on-mountain, it’s very useful for the trekkers to be aware of the high altitude sickness for the earlier sign.
- Compressive first aid box (Guide will carry it throughout the trek).
- Emergency rescue operation assistance in arranging in case of complex health condition (funded by your Travel Insurance)
- All government, and Local taxes/ vat and official Expenses
meals
All the meals (Breakfast/Lunch/Dinner - the main course from the menu) during the trek.
guide
- An experienced and Knowledgeable English-speaking Govt. registered trekking guide/Sherpa throughout the tour with his salary, food, accommodation, and transport.
Good to know
Currency
Nepalese Rupee
Nepal