Ghorepani Poon hill Luxury Trek

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8 Days
5.0
Based On : 3 Reviews
Ghorepani poonhill luxury trek
  • Trip Grade: Easy
  • Max Elevation:3210 M
  • Max Group Size:Min. 2 Person
  • Best Time:March - May & Sep-Dec
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    Per Day Walking:4-5 hours
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    Trip Mode:Tea House/ Lodge
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    Start Point:Ulleri
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    End Point:Pokhara

highlight-icon Major Highlights

  • One of the easiest and more frequented treks in the Annapurna region
  • Walk through a vibrant trail full of lush forests, ethnic villages, farmlands and mountain views
  • Ghorepani – a beautiful Gurung village in the backdrop of Himalayas
  • Poonhill – a viewpoint for sunrise/ sunset and mountain views
  • Extended view of mountains that stretches from Dhaulagiri to Tukuche peak, Nilgiri, Annapurna South, Annapurna I, Hiunchuli, Macchapucchre, Langtang Himal and Manaslu Himal

overview-iconGhorepani Poon hill Luxury Trek Overview

Ghorepani Poon hill Luxury Trek is one of the finest treks to do in Nepal. Its stunning landscapes, rich culture, friendly locals, and undisturbed views of mountains in Annapurna massif are amazing. One can admire the superb combo of nature and culture in just a short period. It gives glorious views of sunrise and sunset amidst the mountains. Besides, the Poonhill trek is a bliss for those who would love to dissolve into the exemplary beauty of Mother Nature.”

Are you looking for a short and easy trek that would offer some good views of mountains in Nepal?

If yes, then you’re on the right page! Heaven Himalaya offers an eight days’ journey to Poonhill. Poonhill is one of the best viewpoints in the Annapurna region of Nepal. Owing to its easy and well-maintained trail, beginners and amateur trekkers prefer this journey.

Ghorepani Poonhill Luxury Trek is the most cherished and one of the most frequented trekking trails in Nepal. Likewise, with a tag of the easy and short trek, the trek is family-friendly. People from any age group can accomplish that with almost no risk of altitude sickness. One can appreciate the glory of nature despite the hard physical effort. Overall, the trek is on mental and physical relaxation and rejuvenation.

The Route of Poon hill Luxury Trek

Poonhill Luxury Trek is a marvelous journey that starts in Kathmandu. You will take a drive to Pokhara and then to Nayapul. From Nayapul, it follows a vibrant trail full of lush hills, diverse ethnic villages, farmlands, forests, and other lush landscapes. The trail passes major villages like Ulleri and Ghorepani to Poonhill. Ghorepani is a beautiful Gurung village that lies in the backdrop of the beautiful Himalayas. From the village, one can enjoy some majestic views of the Annapurna massif in their best attire. The panoramic views of mountains like Annapurna I, II, Annapurna South, Machhapuchhre Himal, etc. look stunning from this village.

Poonhill is a viewpoint that lies just above the Ghorepani village. The viewpoint is popular for the sunrise and sunset views surrounded by the panorama of the Annapurna massif. Imagine yourself in a pristine and tranquil environment with astonishing and close-up views of mountains right before you.

You will see the gold rays of sunrise over the mountain. Similarly, the melodious sound of birds chirping adds to the brilliancy of the moment. It’s something magical; something heavenly. It feels as if we could stop the time and live the moment forever. In the same vein, you can experience a more extended view of mountains from Poonhill. It stretches from Dhaulagiri to Tukuche peak, Nilgiri, Annapurna South, Annapurna I, Hiunchuli, Macchapucchre, Langtang Himal, and Manaslu Himal to the far east.

Finally, the trek descends to Pokhara via Tadapani and Ghandruk. The trekking follows a forested and lush route. However, it provides fascinating views of the mountains in the backdrop. The trail moves around the Annapurna Conservation Area, which is rich in diverse species of floras and faunas.

The cultural vibrancy of the Poon hill

The trail to Poonhill is not just blessed with natural excellence, but with cultural diversity and richness. People from diverse ethnic groups like Brahmin, Chhetri, Gurung, Magar, etc. live around the trail. They possess their own unique culture, custom, dialect, festivals, and way of living. The trek is an opportunity to get close to locals and know about their unique aspects of living. We also have a friendly Ghorepani Poon hill trek of 10 days.

Above all, Heaven Himalaya offers a mesmerizing journey to the Ghorepani Poonhill. It is a wonderful trip in the lap of the Himalayas, which allows you to enjoy the picturesque beauty of Pokhara city. So, are you ready for this wonderful event of life? March to May and September to November are the best time to make the most of this journey.

cost-date-icon Ghorepani Poon hill Luxury Trek  Cost and Dates

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29th March, 2025 5th April, 2025 US$ 1420 Guaranteed Book Now
31st March, 2025 7th April, 2025 US$ 1420 Guaranteed Book Now

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  • Airport transfers – pick up and drop
  • All ground transportation
  • Your accommodation in a 3-star category hotel in Kathmandu and Pokhara with breakfast plan
  • Your accommodation in best guesthouses available (on twin sharing basis) during the trek with breakfast, lunch and dinner throughout the trekking journey
  • All paper works 
  • National park and heritage sites entry tickets
  • Trekkers Information Management System (TIMS) and trekking permits
  • A licensed, English speaking, experienced and professional guide along with a porter (1 for two clients)
  • All the costs of guide and porter including accidental insurance
  • Duffel bag, sleeping bags (to be returned to us after trek)
  • T-shirts, route map and a travel completion certificate
  • All applicable government taxes and service charges. 
  • First aid kit

itinerary-icon Ghorepani Poon hill Luxury Trek Itinerary

A representative from our team will be waiting for you at the arrival terminal of Kathmandu airport. Make sure that you look after a person with your nameplate! The representative will welcome and transfer you to your hotel in Kathmandu. As you check into the hotel, the representative will give you a short synopsis on our plans ahead. Tonight, spend your time at a hotel in Kathmandu 

Today, we get set to leave the Kathmandu valley. After breakfast at the hotel, your guide will pick you up for a flight to Pokhara city. The flight leaves from Tribhuvan International Airport in a domestic airline in Nepal. After around 30 minutes of flight, we reach the beautiful touristic hub of Nepal – Pokhara. We check in the hotel, freshen up and get ready for a relaxing exploration around the lakeside Pokhara. The pristine air, serene lake water and mountains, lakeside Pokhara is a heavenly place to be at. In the evening, we return back to our hotel. Spend your time at the hotel in Pokhara for the night.

Today, we take a short drive from Pokhara to Ulleri. It’s around a three and half hour drive from Pokhara city. At Ulleri, we ride along a trail that leads us to Ghorepani. At first, we drive along the Modi Khola to Birenthanti. Birenthanti is a large village with many houses, teahouses, and lodges. We walk past the village and follow the Bhurungdi river for a while. Then the road climbs up to Hile. A short ride up from Hile and we reach Ulleri. Tonight, spend your time at a guesthouse in Ulleri. 

We leave Ulleri and make our way up to Ghorepani. At first, we crossed a suspension bridge over a stream near Ulleri and climbed up along a stone-paved staircase. The stairs up are too many of around 1500-2000 in number. As we climb up the stairs, we open up to the village that is mostly inhabited by people of the Magar community. Further, we followed a trail with pastures and cultivated farmland to Nangethanti and finally to Ghorepani. As we open up to the village of Ghorepani, we can see the mountains so close to us. It’s truly a beautiful village that sits in the backdrop of beautiful Annapurna massif. Tonight, spend your time at a guesthouse in Ghorepani.

We wake up early and hike up to Poonhill to catch the views of the sunrise. The golden sun rays fall upon the glittering snow of Annapurna massif, it’s just so awesome. From Poonhill, we catch some magnificent views of Dhaulagiri, Tukuche peak, Nilgiri, Annapurna South, Annapurna I, Hiunchuli, Macchapucchre, Langtang Himal, Manaslu Himal and many more. After a wonderful start of the day with the heart-whelming views of mountains, we return back to the guesthouse for breakfast and start descending down to Tadapani. We walk past a lush forested area to get to Tadapani. Tonight, spend your time at a guesthouse in Tadapani.

Leaving Tadapani, we follow a trail with spectacular views of lush landscapes and mountains. Enjoying the majestic views of mountains, we descend down to Ghandruk. Ghandruk is a popular Gurung village in the region. It is known for its dramatic location and the great hospitality of locals. After experiencing the great hospitality of local people, we drove back to the city of Pokhara. Tonight, spend your time at a hotel in Pokhara.

Today, after breakfast at the hotel, we got into our ride for a drive back to Kathmandu. We follow the same scenic route along Prithvi Highway to Kathmandu. Upon arrival, you will be transferred to a hotel in Kathmandu. Tonight, spend your time at the hotel in Kathmandu.

Today, fly home from Kathmandu or continue your travel to some other destinations around the globe. You will be dropped at the airport, three hours before your scheduled flight. We hope you had a great time with us. Thank You, Have a safe journey home. 

When deciding what goes into your bag, it is important to check out the characteristics of the trek as well as the season/month in which you are coming to Nepal. If you are thinking about what to pack, then here’s our recommended packing list and equipment.

review-icon Reviews

Private Tour – Simply the best with unmatchable service!

I had the pleasure of organising a custom solo private tour from Kathmandu to Pokhara, trekking through the ABC/Poon Hill segments, back to Pokhara and then onto Chitwan for a short safari tour and then finally back to Kathmandu. Even before my trip started (and deposit paid), I was extremely impressed with the customer service provided by Ramhari by answering all the questions I had (and there were many), as well as doing so promptly (everything within 12 hours if it wasn’t just a couple of hours). My guide Ramesh and porter were fantastic, but the entire trip team from Ramhari to the drivers that were organised from my Pokhara to Chitwan and Kathmandu parts were all outstanding, this is truly a premium group with an extremely knowledgable and talented team. My guide, Ramesh, had decades of experience, and along with Ramhari who was also a guide, it truly was on display through the contacts and network they had to how they conducted themselves, I felt I was in the best hands, and I was. I felt I was always in the best accomodation in the hotel range, with the best views. Thankfully my trip was drama free with the recent weather/natural disasters, but I would be confident with Heaven Himalaya to ensure my safety and any changes/contingencies were effectively communicated and organised. I am so impressed with the service overall, and I hope to return back to Nepal soon and engage with Heaven Himalaya again for future tours/treks.

Snho,

TripAdvisor Singapore

Trip of a Lifetime – Ghorepani Poon Hill Trek

My dad and I finally checked off a long-standing item from our bucket list by booking this trip, and it truly exceeded our expectations. Originally, we had booked with a different company, but unfortunately, it got cancelled due to COVID. That setback led us to discover Heaven in Himalayas, and what a fortunate find it was. Heaven in Himalayas offered an extensive array of trips to choose from and made the entire experience seamless. They provided a detailed packing list, greeted us at the airport, and addressed any of our concerns promptly. Our tour guide, Dipak Dahal, and porter, Babu, were outstanding. They were not only lovely and interesting people but also highly knowledgeable about the region. Their expertise was invaluable in navigating the route and managing an illness I experienced on one of the days. We're immensely thankful for their assistance. Moreover, on the last day, Sanjib very kindly woke us up early for a sightseeing tour around Kathmandu. We visited temples my parents had explored over 20 years ago, allowing us to relive those cherished memories - a thoughtful gesture that meant the world to both of us and truly highlighted the exceptional quality of the company. Thank you once again

Sarah,

Trustpilot United Kingdom

Ghorepani Poon hill Luxury Trek

The route is brilliant, the choice of places to stay excellent, great value for money and a stunning experience. One of the best of our lives. Dipak Dahal, our [daughter and I] guide was just perfect and our porter a truly professional and delightful gentleman. Dipak was insightful, helpful and supportive but at no time overbearing. He is a star. The attention to service was secong to none across the whole trip and indeed thye delightful owner Ram and his brother also went the extra mile to help. Would and have recommend very strongly.

Duncan Miller,

TripAdvisor United Kingdom

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