• Poonhill the view point of annapurna trek
  • Poonhill with the sign board
  • Sunrise in Poonhill
  • Local suspension bridge crossing through

Poon Hill Ghorepani Trek

  • Max Altitute: 3,210 m at Poon Hill.
  • Trip Duration: 9 Days
  • Activity Level: Moderate

  • Group Size: 1-10 Pax
  • Trip Budget: $ 525

Trip Overview

Poon Hill Ghorepani trek, an ideal country walks for all types of people from beginners to hardy trekkers, and as well for nature lovers, as the trek leads you on green rolling hills and ridges of southern belts of massive Annapurna range of Himalayan peaks. Where you experience awesome scenery of low warm green valley with paddy fields and terraces, reaching to cooler alpine forested country within pristine natural forest filled with rhododendron-magnolia-pines-firs and oak tree lines, in spring the whole hills and valley turns into magic when wildflowers are in full bloom making the areas one of the world’s largest natural garden with various species of rhododendron, magnolia and other wildflowers. As the walk progress with scenic views reaching at Ghorepani village inhabited by mostly Poon people of Magar tribes with strong Mongolian features and origin, located in the midst of rhododendron forest beneath Poon Hill, where early morning hike of an hour leads you to the top of Poon Hill at 3,210 m, our highest point of the journey, from here with grand sunrise views over panorama of mountains from Dhaulagiri-Annapurna-Lamjung Himal to Manaslu range with magnificent Machhapuchare ‘Fish Tail’ peak.

Our return journey leads to an alternative scenic route with ups and downhill through deep verdant woodland to reach at large Gurung village in Ghandruk, where you can witness interesting culture of the hill people of old traditional custom and then walk back to Nayapul and lovely Bhirethati village for the drive to famous touristic spot at scenic Pokhara, valley blessed with natural surrounding with green high hills and close views of massive Annapurna Himalaya which reflects on its beautiful Begnas and Phewa Lakes.сделать как231501001статистика поисковых запросов яндексаДоступная недвижимостьсковорода икеа отзывыкак приготовить курицу гриль в духовке на вертелепроверка запросов google

Detailed Itinenary

  • Day 1 Arrival in Kathmandu 1,300 m and transfer to hotel.

    On arrival at Kathmandu Tribhuvan International Airport, received by a representative of Remarkable Adventure Trek and then transfer you to your hotel around Thamel areas in the hub of the Kathmandu city. At the hotel, our guide and staff will provide information on dos and don’ts brief you with your programs on sightseeing and trekking with welcome dinner in an authentic Nepalese restaurant with folk culture program.

     

  • Day 2 Drive to Pokhara 950m - 06 hrs journey distance 220 k.m.

    Morning travel by private coach or in tourist bus (depending on the size of the group) with an exciting overland drive on main Kathmandu to Pokhara highway, leading through Himalayan foothills, on reaching Pokhara transfer to respective hotels by the beautiful Phewa Lake with the afternoon free for short walks. (Options by Air 30 minutes scenic flight to Pokhara).

  • Day 3 Drive to Nayapul (trekking point) and trek to Tirkhedhunga 1,440 m -04 hrs.

    Starting our wonderful country walks to Poon Hill Panorama trekking with about two hours drive to Nayapul and Bhirethati villages, located near the river Modi where our first day walk starts past several farm villages with scenic waterfalls then a short gradual climb for few hours to reach at Tirkhedhunga for overnight stop in the comfort of nice lodge after a wonderful and interesting walks of few hours.

  • Day 4 Trek to Ghorepani (2,850m | 9,130ft) overnight in lodge - 06 hrs.

    Morning starting with a climb to a series of stone steps for an hour to Ulleri village, a moderate size Gurung village of traditional Nepali hill with slated roofs. From here walk leads to a slow climb into pristine and cool rhododendron, pine forest area to reach Ghorepani village, located on a high ridge within beautiful rhododendron trees. Ghorepani village mostly inhabited by Poon of Magar tribe, a famous and popular place for Poon Hill view top an hour hike uphill.

  • Day 5 Hike to Poon Hill and trek to Tadapani (2,640m | 8,850ft) - 05 hrs.

    Early morning before sunrise hike to Poon Hill view point for stunning views of sunrise over range of mountains from world 7th highest Dhaulagiri-10th highest Annapurna with range of peaks includes world 8th highest Manaslu with towering Machhapuchare peak “Fish Tail”. After an exciting and marvelous time with memorable views from Poon Hill, return to Ghorepani and continue climb into green forest of rhododendron for an hour to Deurali top and then descend into a gorge through cool forest to Tadapani for overnight stop.

  • Day 6 Trek to Ghandruk 1,950 m / 6,398 ft -04 hrs.  

    A couple of hours in the morning leads to Ghandruk also pronounced as Ghandrung for the overnight stop, Trek from Tadapani is gradual downhill most of the way to through pristine forest of oaks and rhododendron with views of Annapurna peaks. Morning walk is pleasant all the way to a large village at Ghandruk for lunch and overnight stop. Ghandruk, one of the major villages around Annapurna area, people here are Gurung tribe of Mongol origin with Tibetan Buddhism religion, but also worship their own ancient Bon sect practice of animism and shamanism. The Gurung people are mostly farmers and Sheppard and as well gallant soldiers in Nepalese -British and also in Indian army.

  • Day 7 Trek back to Nayapul 1,010 m - 04 hrs and drive to Pokhara 860 m - 02 hrs.

    After a pleasant overnight stop at Ghandruk enjoying the local culture with views, morning last day walk of the trek leads to a long descends all the way to Bhirethati along the bank of Modi Khola, as the walk leads past small forested areas and rice terraces, waterfalls within warm and green landscapes. Bhirethati, one of the attractive small villages around Annapurna Himalaya at present nearly turning into a town with many good lodges, shops. From here walk for twenty minutes on a gradual path to Nayapul (New Bridge) From Nayapul board on a vehicle for the drive back to Pokhara, concluding this wonderful trip on a famous tourist spot at Pokhara by the lake Phewa.

  • Day 8 From Pokhara drive to Kathmandu 1,345 m - 06hrs.

    After a wonderful time up in the high mountains and hills, taking a morning driving journey back to Kathmandu, on reaching at Kathmandu after 5-6 hours of nice interesting drive and then transfer to your respective hotels with the afternoon free for individual activities and shopping souvenirs. (Options by air 30 minutes flight back to Kathmandu with great views)

     

  • Day 9 International departure for homeward bound.

    Your last day in amazing Nepal country of Himalayan wonders, as per your flight time transfer for your international flight with a fond memory and excellent time on Ghorepani & Poon Hill Trekking with great service of Remarkable Adventure.

     

Cost Information

1. What's Includes
  • Airport / Hotel / Airport pick up & drop by private tourist vehicle.
  • Standard twin sharing accommodation in a three-star hotel in Kathmandu and Pokhara; Breakfast included.
  • Guided city tour in Kathmandu by private tourist vehicle.
  • All your standard Meals (Breakfasts, Lunches, and Dinners) during the trek.
  • Lodges, Guesthouses accommodation during the trek.
  • Remarkable Adventure Treks’ local licensed holder English speaking guide.
  • The required number of local staff and porters to carry your luggage during the trek.
  • Food, accommodation, salary, insurance, equipment and medicine for all staffs.
  • Annapurna Conservation Area Entry permit and TIMS permit for trekking.
  • Down Jacket and sleeping bag by Remarkable Adventure Trek (which need to be returned after the trek).
  • Surface transfer from and to Kathmandu.
  • Free Remarkable Adventure Trek duffel/kit bag (yours to keep).
  • Sightseeing/Monument entrance fees in Kathmandu on the second day.
  • Farewell dinner in typical Nepali Restaurant with cultural show.
  • All our government taxes, vat, tourist service charges and official expenses.
2. Doesn't Includes
  • Lunch and dinner whilst in Kathmandu and Pokhara.
  • Travel insurance which covers emergency Rescue and Evacuation.
  • International airfare and airport departure tax.
  • Nepal entry visa; you can obtain a visa easily upon your arrival at Tribhuwan International Airport in Kathmandu. (Tourist Visa with Multiple Entries for 30 days can be obtained by paying the US $ 40 or equivalent foreign currency. Similarly, Tourist Visa with Multiple Entries for 90 days can be obtained by paying the US $ 100. Please bring 2 copies of passport size photos).
  • Alcoholic, hot and cold drinks.
  • Items of a personal nature (personal trekking gear, beverages,the internet, laundry, bottled water, etc).
  • Tips for trekking staffs.
  • Extra night accommodation (early arrival, late departures due to weathers, and any others reasons).
  • Any others expenses which are not mentioned on Price Includes section.

Date & Availability

Start DateEnd DateGroup SizePriceStatusBooking
2017033007 Apr, 2017Sold Out$ 625Sold Out Start Booking
2017053108 Jun, 20177 Space Left$ 625Available Start Booking
2017062028 Jun, 20175 Space Left$ 625Available Start Booking
2017063008 Jul, 20179 Space Left$ 625Available Start Booking

Frequenty Asked Question's

    Trip Equipment & Packaging List

    For your trip preparations Remarkable Adventure Trek provides you with related information and advice required for your adventure holiday trip in and around Nepal Himalaya and beyond, providing you with following equipment list for the trekking. If it’s too much to carry from your home country some of the necessary equipment can be hired or bought in Kathmandu around at Thamel or in Pokhara as well. Most of the equipment is general and standard lists for all seasons while on the trek but may differ as per the season and duration of trekking and areas of your chosen trip.

    For Head:

    • Sun hat or scarf.
    • Light balaclava or warm fleece headgear.
    • Sun Glasses and snow goggles with UV protection.

    For Lower Body:

    • Under Garments.
    • Hiking shorts.
    • Lightweight cotton long pants.
    • Light and expedition weight thermal bottoms.
    • Fleece or wool pants (seasonal).
    • Waterproof (preferably breathable fabric) shell pants.

    For Feets:

    • Thin, lightweight inner socks.
    • Thick, warm wool hiking socks.
    • Hiking boots with spare laces.
    • Camp shoes (sneakers and/or sandals).
    • Gaiters for hiking in winter to the base camp.

    For Upper Body:

    • T-shirts.
    • Light and expedition weight thermal tops.
    • Fleece jacket or pullover.
    • Fleece Wind-Stopper jacket (optional).
    • Waterproof (preferably breathable fabric) shell jacket.
    • Down vest and/or jacket.

    For Hands:

    • Lightweight gloves.
    • Heavyweight gloves or mittens with a waterproof shell outer (seasonal).

    Other Accessories:

    • Sleeping bag rated to zero DC (4 seasons down sleeping bags).
    • Headlamp (e.g. Petzl Zoom) with spare bulbs and batteries.
    • Trekking Bags/Duffel bag.
    • Basic First Aid Kit.
    • Large plastic bags – for keeping items dry inside your kit/duffel bag.
    • Daypack (approximately 2500 to 3000 cubic inches / 10-15 liters / kgs capacity).
    • Trekking Poles (optional).
    • Water bottle (2) or cameo bag.
    • Toiletries (Small wash towel, Toilet papers etc).
    • Ear Plug (who know some people on a group are snoring) as optional.

    Toiletries:

    • 1 medium sized quick-drying towel.
    • Toothbrush/paste (preferably biodegradable).
    • Multipurpose soaps (preferably biodegradable).
    • Deodorants.
    • Nail clippers.
    • Face and body moisturizer.
    • Feminine hygiene products.
    • Small mirror.

    On Personal Hygiene:

    • Wet wipes (baby wipes).
    • Tissue /toilet roll.
    • Anti-bacterial hands wash.

    Extra Luxuries as optional:

    • Binoculars.
    • Reading book.
    • Trail Map/Guidebook.
    • Journal & Pen.
    • Walkman.
    • Pen and small notebooks.
    • Travel game i.e. chess, backgammon, and scrabble.

    Ams Info

    Remarkable Adventure Trek operates and runs all high altitude treks and climbs with the support of our expert and veteran guides who has been in these profession for more than two decades, all our guide have undergone with much training and attending workshop on related fields every year like Medical Course with enough knowledge of AMS (Acute Mountain Sickness) and proper use of Gamma Bag or Portable Altitude Chamber (PAC) pressure bags when required on emergency purpose on high AMS symptoms and to work on minor medical problem treatments.

    Causes of Altitude Mountain Sickness:

    • Altitude mountain sickness is caused by reduced of air pressure with lower oxygen levels at high altitude.
    • The faster you climb to a high elevation, more likely you will get altitude or acute mountain sickness (AMS).

    Symptoms:

    • Difficulty in sleeps.
    • Dizziness or light-headed.
    • Fatigue.
    • Headache.
    • Loss of appetite.
    • Nausea or vomiting.
    • Rapid pulse (heart rate).
    • Shortness of breath with exertion.

     Treatment:

    • Altitude mountain sickness is easier to treat in the early stage.
    • The main treatment for all forms of mountain sickness is to go down (descend) towards lower altitude as fast you can with support of our guide and staff.
    • Extra oxygen should be given, if available.
    • People with severe altitude mountain sickness should be admitted to a hospital or evacuated by any means of transportation the fastest is by Helicopter.
    • Remarkable Adventure Trek suggests you Polyacrylamide (Diamox) because this medicine helps you to feel better if you are trekking in high altitude areas.
    • It also helps you to reduce mild symptoms. This medicine works best when you take it before you start gaining much higher altitude. Beside our advice please consol with your doctor.

     While climbing higher elevation:

    • Drink plenty of fluids (water-plain black tea-lemon-tea or nutritional value drinks).
    • Avoid alcohol
    • Eat a lot of garlic’s (this is local way fighting altitude).
    • You should avoid high altitudes if you have heart or lung disease.

    Note: In case of emergency, you will be immediately airlifted by Helicopter to Kathmandu.

    Trip Note

    Nobody knows or cares about the safety of your group better than our guides because they know how to cope with the unexpected situations that occasionally arise in the high altitudes of the Himalaya. In these situations, it is vital that trekkers are flexible and listen to the guides’ directions. The trip that you are on may be affected by weather, politics, or even wildlife. Whatever the factor may be, it is possible you may have some changes in your itinerary, as the seasoned guides of Remarkable Adventure Trek decide the safest option for you. If changes must be made to your trip, our guides will work hard to stick to your original itinerary as much as possible until the change becomes unavoidable. However, Remarkable Adventure Trek will not be responsible for an outcome, resulting from bad weather, wildlife, or political situation before, during, or post trip.

    WHAT MAKES THIS TRIP DIFFERENT FROM OTHERS?
    Trek Remarkable Adventure Trek works for social causes with some non-profit organizations of Nepal, concerned with environmental conservation and preservation includes street children who need better education and good normal life. We help and support for the cause with some of our profits to certain organizations so that we can make street children with sound and better life when they grow up. We believe that education and healthy children make more stable and better future of Nepal.

    For donation, Sponsorship, and Volunteering, please contact to info@remarkableadventuretrek.com

    Trip Highlights

    • Amazing views on daily walks in the shade of world highest peaks.
    • Exploring Gurung and Poon / Magar villages of immense traditional culture.
    • Walking into the serene woodland of tall rhododendron-pines and oaks trees.
    • Awesome panorama with a stunning sunrise over a chain of Himalayan peaks.
    • Adventure in the heart of world’s largest rhododendron garden with sweeping views.
    • 380-degree panorama of world’s three highest mountains from scenic Poon Hill.

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