The Ghorepani Poonhill trek is an ideal trek for a short trip to the lower elevations of the Annapurna region. This trek leads you to lush valleys, cascading water falls, dense forest and colorful villages.
The key highlight of this trek is the trip to Poonhill. Sunrise from Poonhill is one of the most amazing experience as you can cherish the incredible panoramic view of the Annapurna range Dhaulagiri (8,167m) and Annapurna (8,091m) Fishtail (6997m) Annapurna South, Himchuli, etc.
Features of the trek
Trekking Region: Annapurna Region Name of The Trip: Ghorepani Poonhill Trek Best season: September to November & February to May (however we arrange this trek throughout the year ) Transportation: Land or Flight Accommodation:Hotel/ Resort (Kathmandu ) & tea house( during the trekking )or camping Grade: Moderate/Adventurous Trekking style: Tea house / camping Highest access of the trek: Annapurna Base Camp Culture: Mixed , Ghale , Gurung , and others Attraction: the 'fishtail' spire of Machapuchare(6997m), Gangapurna(7454m) Annapurna 1 (8091m), unclimbed Fang (7647m) and Annapurna South (7273m)
Ghorepani Poonhill Trekking Itinerary:
Day 01
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Arrival in kathmandu
Upon arrival at Kathmandu International Airport transfer to your hotel in Kathmandu .Short briefing will follow concerning the necessary formalities and your trekking itinerary. Depending upon your arrival time you may spend free time visiting nearby sanctuaries or resting.
Day 02
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Sightseeing / Cultural Day in Kathmandu Valley
Half day sightseeing around UNESCO Bhaktapur / Kathmandu where your guide will escort you on a tour of Buddhist and Hindu temples and shrines reflecting ancient local traditions. There is time to explore the city’s many places of interest on your own or take a rest while trekking permits are finalised. Overnight in Kathmandu.
Day 03
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Drive to- Pokhara stay overnight,hotel
Day 04
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Pokhara to Tikhedhunga-
One hour drive to Nayapul walk through the lust, green Modiriver valley. Past waterfalls with plunge pools that invite you to swim.
Day 05
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Tikhedhunga to Ghorepani:
A gentle climb through pasture and cultivated fields as you climb up you walk up besides the cascading river through refreshingly cool oak and rhododendron forest.
Day 06
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Ghorepani to Tadapani:
Early morning wake up to Poonhil, One of the best Himalayan view points in Nepal Early morning working to the Poonhil, which provides a unobstructed view of the high Himalaya and start our trek to Tadapani, A short early morning climb to the Deurali pass for a spectacular panorama over Dhaulagiri and the Annapurna, Trail descends steeply through dense moss-covered forest rich with bird life to Tadapani which provides you a close up sunset view.
Day 07
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Tadapani to Ghandruk:
walking through the forest and arrive A huge Gurung village at 1940m is the second largest Gurung village in Nepal and explores the maze like streets of this thriving Gurung settlement, You can have a good view of Annapurna south and Fisthail. Over night in hotel.
Day 08
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Ghandruk to Pokhara, treks down to Nayapul through the cultivated fields in Modi khola valley. (4 hrs) and drive to Pokhara (1 hrs). End of the trek
Day 09
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Drive back to Kathmandu .
Day 10
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Kathmandu free day, evening culture show with Nepali dinner, hotel
Nepal entry visa fee ( Visa can be easily issued upon the arrival of Tribhuwan International Airport, Kathmandu which will require 2 passport size photos)
Airport tax required for the Domestic / International flights
All alcoholic drinks, mineral water, laundry, phone calls, internet
Personal trekking equipment, medical and travel insurance
Entrance fees for sightseeing/Monument
Any kind of personal expenses / Helicopter rescue
Any other expenses which are not mentioned in the inclusive price
