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Ghorepani Poon Hill Trek (3 Days)

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Ghorepani Poon Hill Trek (3 Days)

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Key Points

Start At

Kathmandu

Duration

9 Days

Trekking Grade

A

Accommodation

Standard Hotels

Max. Altitude

3867

Activity

Hot Springs

Meals

B.L.D

Best Season

March-May

End At

Kathmandu

Trip Overview

Ghorepani Poon Hill Trek is one of the famous trekking routes in Nepal for both tea houses and organized. Ghorepani Poon Hill trek offers a wonderful opportunity to witness the beauty of the Annapurna region with a shorter trek. This place is rich in the hidden treasure of Nepalese culture and tradition. During the trek, the trail passes through the world’s famous ‘the Gorkha warrior’ clan the Gurung and Magar’s charming village, dense rhododendron (Nepalese national flower), Oak forest full of birds, green hills and patchwork valleys. Just about every angle is a tantalizing glimpse of Mt. Fishtail (6,993m,) Annapurna (8,091m) and Dhaulagiri (8,167) range on the initial part of the tour is breathtaking.

On an excursion to Pun Hill one can observe the entire mountain ranges; covering red and pink rays of the Sun in full bloom at the Sunset and Sunrise. Rewarding treks that can be enjoyed by every lover of nature.mountain scenery with a fascinating insight into the life of middle hill Nepalese. The trail takes us through an ever-changing landscape of rice fields, misty forests and lowland local villages to the glacier. It offers a fine opportunity to surround oneself with Himalayan Peaks especially witnessing the glacier basin of Annapurna Sanctuary formed by Annapurna, Machhapurchre (Fishtail, Himchuli, and Manaslu). This used to be a complicated trek due to problems with food and lodge. Now there are many new facilities between Ghandruk and Base Camp along this trail only used by trekkers. Annapurna Base Camp can be approached by at least three different routes. Here I have described one of three options.

Highlights

The Trail Conditions:

Straight, Uphill, Downhill, Jig Jag with small rocky, pebbles, somewhere flat man made stone steps, through the rhododendron, moss covered forests, suspensions metal bridges

Medication

  • Bandage for sprains
  • Plasters/Band-aids
  • Iodine or water filter (optional)
  • Moleskin/Second skin – for blisters
  • Antiseptic ointment for cuts
  • Anti-bacterial throat lozenges (with antiseptic)
  • Aspirin/paracetamol – general painkiller
  • Oral dehydration salts
  • Broad-spectrum antibiotic (norfloxacin or ciprofloxin)
  • Anti-diarrhea medication (antibiotic)
  • Diarrhea stopper (Imodium – optional)
  • Antibiotic for Giardia or similar microbe or bacteria
  • Diamox (altitude sickness – can be bought in Kathmandu)

 

Clothing / Equipment List

Kindly bring the following list of clothing / equipment for our trek to Ghorepani ( Poon Hill Trek

 

  • Pair trekking boots and waterproofing agent
  • Pair lightweight trekking sandals
  • Pairs thin walking socks
  • Pairs lightweight wind – water proof pants
  • T-shirts
  • Fleece Jacket
  • Set lightweight thermals
  • North Face down Jacket (Preferably)
  • Small thin towel (sports towel best)
  • Soap
  • Shampoo
  • Sunscreen
  • Extra lightweight shirt for daypacks – for stops along the way
  • Hat
  • Cotton or silk bag liner – optional
  • Neck warmer
  • Pairs ‘thinners’ gloves
  • Rucksack
  • Pack tissues
  • Pair sunglasses
  • Water filter / Iodine (you could buy boiled water in hotels/ lodges which is safe to drink.
  • Camera and films
  • Head torch and spare batteries
  • Sleeping bag (rated -15(above) deg C during our trek)

Above things are required for Ghorepani ( Poon Hill ) Trek. However if you do not have clothing you can either buy or rent in Nepal. In this case we have equipment cheaper than your country.

 

Itinerary

Day 1: Drive Pokhara → Nayapul (1 hr), trek to Ghorepani (2,880 m / 9,449 ft) via Tikhedhunga – 6 hrs
After a short drive to Nayapul, the trek begins through subtropical forests and charming villages. The trail passes Tikhedhunga with its famous stone staircases before ascending to Ghorepani. Overnight at Ghorepani with Himalayan peaks as a stunning backdrop.
Day 2: Pre-dawn Poon Hill (3,210 m / 10,530 ft) sunrise; return to Ghorepani – 3 hrs
Wake up early for the iconic sunrise at Poon Hill. Watch the golden light illuminate Annapurna and Dhaulagiri ranges. Return to Ghorepani for breakfast and enjoy a day of leisure or short local walks around the village.
Day 3: Ghorepani → Tikhedhunga → Nayapul → Pokhara – 6 hrs
Descend through the rhododendron forests and terraced farmland, passing Tikhedhunga once again before reaching Nayapul. From there, a short drive returns you to Pokhara, completing this scenic and memorable trek.

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