Ghorepani Poon Hill Trek

It is one of the easier trekking routes in the Annapurna region. The trail takes you through beautiful Modi khola valley up to Poon-hill, at the foothill of the Annapurna massif. Poon Hill is a viewpoint to see the Annapurna peaks including Machhapuchhre (Mt. Fishtail), Mt. Dhaulagiri to the north and the transcendental valley to the south. The region is dominated by the Gurungs and Magars, both are ethnic groups of Nepal. While descending on the way back to Pokhara, we pass through the paved courtyards of Ghandruk village, another popular traditional village of Gurungs and there we can experience their age old tradition and culture and interact with the local people.

Day 1: Arrive Kathmandu (1,300m)

Meet us outside the airport, transfer to Hotel. Meet with trekking guide and discuss about necessary things. Accommodation: Hotel

Day 2: Kathmandu

After breakfast, keep full day valley sightseeing with Kathmandu Durbar Square, the place of the Malla and then the Shah Kings of Nepal, visiting Kumari Temple, house of the virgin goddess, visiting Swoyambhunath, a stupa on the top of hill - from here you can overlook the scenery of Kathmandu, Visiting Patan city, the second largest town in the valley, Krishna Mandir, Golden Temple etc. Accommodation: Hotel, Meals: Breakfast

Day 3: Kathmandu - Pokhara (910m)

Approx. 6 hours drive or 30 minutes flight After breakfast, scenic drive or fly to Pokhara. Afternoon, walk around Lake city. Early evening, Trek briefing and final preparation.

Day 4: Drive to Naya Pul (New bridge), and trek to Ulleri

Half an hour drive to Naya Pul and start commence trek to Birethanti, a large and prosperous town beside the Modi River. We cross the main trail to Sudami where we climb gradually up the side of the valley, reaching Hile (1495m) before pushing on to Tirkhe Dhunga. From here the trail crosses a stream and then ascends a steep stone staircase to the large Magar village at Ulleri (2070m). Accommodation: Lodge/Teahouse, Meals: Lunch & Dinner

Day 5: Ulleri - Ghorepani

This is a pleasant walking day. We trek through rhododendron and oak forests and across streams before making a short, final climb to Nangethanti. From Nangethanti we go up to Ghorepani (2850m). Accommodation: Lodge/Teahouse, Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner

Day 6: Ghorepani - Poon Hill - Tadapani

Early morning hiking to Poon Hill to see the panoramic views of Annapurna, Dhaulagiri, Lamjung Himalayan ranges as well as sunrise over the tolerable Himalayas. Having its great views of Himalayan panorama from Poon Hill, descends to Ghorepani and continuous trek to Tadapani (2625meter) after having breakfast. We will trek towards to Tadapani along the ridges of rhododendron and pine forest. Accommodation: Lodge/Teahouse, Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner

Day 7: Tadapani - Ghandruk

This trail follows descends down to Ghandrung through the forest of rhododendron. We then walk towards Ghandruk. Explore around ghandruk village. Accommodation: Lodge/Teahouse, Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner

Day 8: Ghandruk – Birethanti - Pokahra

The trails enters the narrow wooded valley of the Modi Khola and take you to through the village to Birethanti and continue walk to Nayapool. Drive to Pokhara. Accommodation: Lodge/Teahouse, Meals: Breakfast & Lunch

Day 9: Pokhara-Kathmandu (6 hrs), 220km

After breakfast, scenic drive back or fly back to Kathmandu. Transfer to Hotel. Accommodation: Hotel, Meals: Breakfast

Day 10: Ghorepani- Poon Hill excursion early in the morning - Tadapani

We will travel from Ghorepani to Poon Hill and on to Tadapani. Guests can enjoy spectacular views of the area early in the morning. We will reach 2670m and enjoy another overnight stay. Accommodation: Teahouse/Lodge, Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner