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Ghorepani Poon Hill Trekking

A Classic Short Trek in the Annapurna Foothills

The Ghorepani Trekking (popularly known as the Ghorepani Poon Hill Trek) is one of Nepal's most famous and accessible short Himalayan adventures. Perfect for beginners, families, and travelers with limited time, this classic trail offers a breathtaking blend of natural beauty, cultural warmth, and stunning mountain views.

Winding through picturesque terraced rice fields, charming traditional villages, and dense rhododendron forests, the trail delivers an incredible Himalayan experience without requiring extreme high-altitude trekking.

Highlights of Ghorepani Trekking

  • Sunrise View from Poon Hill (3,210m): Experience one of Nepal's finest photographic vantage points, witnessing a golden sunrise over Dhaulagiri (8,167m), Annapurna I (8,091m), Machhapuchhre (Fishtail), Annapurna South, and Nilgiri.
  • Blooming Rhododendron Forests: Walk through lush forests of oak and colorful rhododendrons, especially vibrant in full bloom between February and April.
  • Historic Ghorepani Village: Stay in the iconic village of Ghorepani ("Horse Water"), historically a key resting stop for trade mules traveling the Pokhara-Jomsom route.
  • Traditional Gurung & Magar Culture: Explore famous hill settlements like Ghandruk and Ulleri, experiencing authentic mountain hospitality, unique architecture, and traditional lifestyles.
  • Accessible Trail: Well-paved stone steps and comfortable teahouse lodges along the route make this trek hassle-free for all fitness levels.

Ideal Short Trek for All Hikers

Starting with a short drive from Pokhara, the circuit gradually ascends through foothill settlements into sub-alpine terrain. The well-maintained trail and moderate elevation make it a safe and highly rewarding choice throughout spring and autumn seasons.

Let Nepal Kailash Trekking organize your perfect Ghorepani Poon Hill adventure. Contact our team today to customize your itinerary!

Trip Facts

  • Trip Duration: 11 days
  • Trek Duration: 5 Days
  • Primary Activity: Trekking
  • Secondary Activity: City sightseeing
  • Starts Point: Kathamadnu
  • Ends Point: Kathmandu
  • Max. Height: 3210m
  • Transportation: Car/Jeep/Bus/Flight
  • Accommodation: Lodge
  • Season: March - May, Sept - Dec.

Trip Map

Annapurna Region Trekking Trip Map

Trip Video

Day 01: Kathmandu, Nepal international airport arrival

Day 02: preparation day

Day 03: Drive/fly to Pokhara

Day 04: Drive to Nayapul and trek to Tikhedhunga 1540m

Day 05: Trek to Ghorepani 2870m

Day 06: An early morning hikes to Pun Hill, come back Ghorepani and trek to Tadapani 2710m

Day 07: Trek to Seuli Bazaar 1140m

Day 08: Trek to Nayapul and drive back to Pokhara

Day 09: Pokhara sightseeing

Day 10: Back to Kathmandu drive/fly

Day 11: Departure 

 

Day 01: Kathmandu, Nepal international airport arrival
Our representative picks you up and transfers to Hotel.

Day 02: preparation day
This day is reserved for preparation necessary trekking documents or you can do Kathmandu sightseeing as well.

Day 03: Drive/fly to Pokhara
This is an option either drives to Pokhara or by flight. Driving time will be 6/7 hours along the lush and greenery scenery of hillside – villages as well as mountains and river view. If you travel in autumn then field covers with harvesting rice plant.  If you go by plane then it takes about 30 minutes with a scenic flight.  Overnight Hotel.

Day 04: Drive to Nayapul and trek to Tikhedhunga 1540m
After breakfast, you will be drive about one and half hour by private vehicle to Nayapul. Afterwards, your real Nepal Trekking starts from here. By crossing the Modi Khola Bridge just take an upstairs trail or left one, because right turning by following the Modi River leads you to Ghandruk or Annapurna Sanctuary. It is called Birethati 1000m. You walk through several beautiful villages with some waterfalls and fields for the night to Tikhedhunga. If you are wishing to trek further then you can walk up to Ulleri 2080m about another an hour. From Ulleri, you can see mount Annapurna South and Hiunchuli. Overnight lodge.

Day 05: Trek to Ghorepani 2870m

Trekking to Ghorepani, it is a long walking day. Just crossing by a suspension bridge leaving by Tikhedhunga the trail starts steeply ascending till to Ulleri. By passing the village of Ulleri trail goes into the deep forest of Rhododendron and Oak. The path gently climbs up. You may have lunch at Nangethati, from here to Ghorepani takes about an hour. There is called Ghorepani 2750m which comes first in the little valley which does not give you mountains view. Actually, most of the trekking groups  stay at upper Ghorepani, known as Deurali 2870m. Overnight lodge.

Day 06: early morning hikes to Pun Hill, come back Ghorepani and trek to Tadapani 2710m

An early morning hikes with taking headlight to Pun Hill 3210m. Pun hill gives you a superb panoramic view of the Nilgiri, Barahshikhar (Fang), Annappurna1st, Annapurna South, Hiunchuli, Machhapuchhre (Fishtail), Dhampus peak, Dhaulagiri more Himalayas. It gives also sunrise view as well on clear weather. You need to walk up about an hour to get the view point of Pun hill. After taking a life memories photograph back to Ghorepani lodge and eat breakfast then start trekking for Tadapani about next 4 to 5 hours. At first climb to Gurung danda which also almost similar mountain views which you have seen from Pun hill. The day walks through the forest of the Rhododendron and bamboo.The route provides beautiful waterfalls. Thus, you will see spectacular views of the Annapurna South, Hiunchuli and Fishtail from Tadapani. Some trekkers walk down to Ghandruk two hours more if they reach early to Tadapani from Ghorepani.  Overnight lodge.

Day 07: Trek to Seuli Bazaar 1140m
Today, you are going to Seuli Bazaar which is not far away from Birethati or Nayapul from where you started this trekking. It is about next two hour from Seuli Bazaar. But you are going to Seuli via Ghandruk village which is the most famous village in Nepal for the Gurung by a cast.  Gurungs are famous for Gurkha military. This village is a beautiful village which offers you outstanding views of mount Annapurna South and Machhapuchhare ( Fishtail) as well as a beautiful valley. There is a museum of the Gurung traditional. You may visit the museum by paying a certain fee.  Sikles is the biggest Gurung village in Nepal and Ghandruk is the second one with more than 270 houses. There an option after Ghandruk where already built up the motor road, but it is rough. Overnight lodge.

Day 08: Trek to Nayapul and drive back to Pokhara
By following the Modi Khola and passing some village and cultivated fields reach to Birethati where is joined the trail with one circle made by you here.  By reaching to Nayapul just drive same way back to Pokhara with beautiful scenery of Nepal hills. Overnight Hotel.

Day 09: Pokhara sightseeing
Pokhara sightseeing of Fewa Lake, Davi’s fall, Santi Stupa and relaxing day.

Day 10: Back to Kathmandu drive/fly
Normally, people take a tourist bus or private vehicle as a size of the group to come back to Kathmandu along the scenic view and adventurous experience by driving. There is another possible by airlines come back to Kathmandu which is available with mountains view of the Annapurna, Manaslu, Ganesh Himal, Langtang, Rolwaling. Transfer to Hotel Kathmandu.

Day 11: Departure
Nepal Kailash Trekking Company representative will come to your hotel to pick you up and transferred to your on next board. Program is finished.

Cost Include

  • Ground transports by private vehicle as per itinerary required (Kathmandu Pokhara Kathmandu tourist Bus)
  • Kathmandu and Pokhara accommodation on 3* inclusive breakfast as per itinerary
  • All entry fees as per itinerary like Annapurna Conservation Area Protection fee (ACAP), Trekker’s Information Management System Card fee
  • Three times meals including Lunch, Dinner and breakfast during trek with tea/coffee
  • An English speaking highly experienced friendly and helpful trekking guide
  • One porter for two member
  • Guide salary/food/accommodation/insurance and required transports
  • Porter salary/food/accommodation/insurance and required transports
  • Rain protection duffel bag for luggage
  • Company guarantee the rescue services if needed; please hand over your insurance policy copy to us
  • Government taxes and office service charge


Cost Exclude

  • International airfare
  • Nepal visa fee which obtained at the airport on arrival, a multiple tourist visa for 15 days US $ 25, for 30 days US $ 40 and for 90 days US $ 100 or Equivalent convertible currency {bring 2 copies passport size picture}
  • Alcoholic beverages, soft drinks bottle of mineral/hot water, hot shower and snack  foods during trekking
  • Meals in Kathmandu and Pokhara
  • Battery charge during trekking
  • Any personal medical or evacuation expenses incur and strongly recommend international Travel Insurance
  • Extra porter for the personal day bag pack
  • Extra cost on natural disaster
  • Sleeping bag, can be rented from company @ USD 00.80 cent per day per piece
  • Kathmandu sightseeing {it will be extra because we should arrange according your  staying in Nepal}
  • Any other expenses which is not mentioned in the cost include
  • Tips to staffs

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