Ghorepani Poon Hill Trekking with Hot Springs - 5 Days

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Know before you go
  • Duration 5 Days
  • Difficulty Level Easy
  • Trip Start and End Pokhara to Pokhara
  • Best Season All Year Round
  • Trip Area Annapurna Region
  • Maximum Altitude 3210m.|10530ft.

Highlights

  •  Views of the Annapurna Massif throughout the journey
  •  Amazing Himalayan range dawn view from Poon Hill
  •  Observe traditional Gurung and Magar villages.
  •  Take in the distinctive culture and hospitality of the Himalayas.
  •  Follow age-old mountain pathways.
  •  Walk along one of the largest rhododendron woods
  •  Visit the Gurung Heritage village of Ghandruk.

The Poon Hill Trek is a quick, easy, family-friendly hike with minimal high-altitude sickness issues. You get the opportunity to get nearer to nature with the five-day Ghorepani Poon hill trekking. As we already mentioned, everyone can do the short Ghorepani Poon hill trekking, making it the ideal trekking destination for individuals wishing to spend their holidays in a hilly environment with their families, including children and seniors. You will stay in welcoming and pleasant guest rooms along your brief and quick Poon hill trekking. With the Ghorepani Poon Hill Trekking, you can quickly reach the slopes of the Annapurna ranges. The path is simple and suitable for families with small children and intermediate hikers. You will hike through rhododendron trees and terraced paddy fields, following the horses and mule trains. Spend the night at a traditional teahouse owned by a neighborhood family. The most well-liked vantage point in the Annapurna region, Poon Hill, offers a breathtaking Himalayan landscape and dawn.

You can see vistas of the Himalayas on the Ghorepani Poon Hill Trekking. You get to stroll through the foothills of the revered Annapurna in just less than a week. View the snow-covered peaks up close. Take a stroll by the quaint Gurung village, home to the courageous Gurkha troops. Discover their own culture and delight in their kind hospitality. Cross pine and rhododendron woods while Machhapuchhre (Fishtail Peak) watches over the route. You will stroll along trails covered with red and pink rhododendron blossoms during spring.

The Ghorepani Poon Hill Trekking with hot springs is a great first trip for beginners and children who have never hiked in the Himalayas. Your excursion in the Annapurna region will be safe and unforgettable thanks to the guidance of our knowledgeable guide.

Ghorepani Poon hill trekking Route

The Annapurna Himalaya has the little settlement of Tikhedhunga. It frequently serves as the primary rest station along the Ghorepani Poon Hill Trekking. From Pokhara, you can reach Tikhedhunga by a scenic drive to Nayapul and a few hours of walking. You can enjoy a wonderful experience during Ghorepani Poon Hill Trekking from Pokhara towards Tikhedhunga.

The Poon hill trekking, which includes the Tikhedhunga to Ghorepani hike, offers an exceptional perspective of the Annapurna and Dhaulagiri mountain ranges. The distance from Tikhedhunga to Ulleri is 4-5 kilometers (2-3hours). The entire journey from Tikhedhunga to Ghorepani is through Ulleri, Banthanti, and Nange-thanti and takes 6 to 7 hours.

You may reach Ulleri, a Gurung settlement, from Tikhedhunga by ascending a set of stairs cut into the side of a sizable hill. One of the hardest walks on trekking is this one. The phrase "Bistarai, Bistarai!" means to ascend or descend the steps slowly. Follow the stone steps all the way to Ghorepani from Ulleri. Since the route covers rhododendron blooming in the spring, this section is arguably the most picturesque. When you need a break, pause to take in the breathtaking views of Machhapuchhre (Fishtail Peak) and Annapurna South.

The main attraction of the walk, the sunrise over the Himalayas, can be seen at Ghorepani, Poon hill viewpoint, so we should get up early and go up there before the sun rises. All of the trekkers will remember this particular moment. From the highest vantage point, you may take in breathtaking views of the nearby snowy peaks, including Machhapuchhre (6,993m), Annapurna (8,091m), Dhaulagiri (8,167m), Hiunchuli (6,441m), and Annapurna South (7,219m). The main appeal of the trekking is the view from Poon Hill, but it also includes a visit to the picturesque Ghandruk hamlet, the second-largest Gurung town in Nepal. While living in the village, you will get the opportunity to learn about Gurung culture and customs. You will enjoy our stay at Jhinu Danda and the Jhinu hot springs.

Views during Ghorepani Poonhill trekking with Hot Spring

Poon Hill, which is at an elevation of 3,210 meters (10,530 feet), provides breathtaking views of the Himalayan range, including the Annapurna (8,091 meters), Dhaulagiri (8,167 meters), Mt. Hiunchuli (6,441 meters), Mt. Gangapurna (7,455 meters), Mt. Nilgiri (7,061 meters), Mt. Fishtail (6,993 meters), and many others. During the Ghorepani Poon Hill Trekking, you will get regular views of these mountains from various locations.

In the same way, the scenery of the trekking is magnificent. You will get to see different views at every turn on the trail. During the Ghorepani Poon Hill Trekking, there are several attractions to look forward to, including waterfalls, stunning streams, and lovely villages.

What makes Nepal Nirvana Trails Unique?

In Nepal, we provide the best 5-day Ghorepani Poon hill trekking with hot springs. We are a recognized trekking company in Nepal because of our affordable rates, knowledgeable staff, and superior service. Similar to how we actively support the local community in the mountains, you may indirectly help the residents improve their lot in life. We have started taking early bookings for the 5-day Ghorepani Poon hill trekking with hot spring in 2024 and 2025. Contact us at any moment with concerns or to make a booking for the trip.

Are you getting ready for tough trails? Let us say you have already completed this Ghorepani Poon hill trekking with hot springs and are seeking more difficult choices. If so, we advise you to try one of our other Annapurna treks, like the 11-day Annapurna Base Camp Trek,13-day Annapurna Circuit Trek, 13-day Annapurna Sanctuary Trek via Poonhill, and 9-day Mardi Himal Trek and 9-day Khopra Ridge Trek.

Itinerary

Day to Day Details

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Your guide will set up a car or taxi to take you to the bus park after breakfast in Pokhara. He will book a local bus or jeep from Pokhara to the trekking starting place. Follow the schedules and guidelines of your guide. After an hour and a half of driving, we will arrive in Nayapul. From Nayapul, we will follow the Modi river walking on our trail to Ghorepani Poon hill Trekking. We will pass across several villages like Birethanti, Sudame, Hile, and Tikhedhunga before reaching our destination for the day, Ulleri. 

  • Tea House
  • Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner
  • 1970m.|6462ft.

The wake-up call from the animals and birds makes the start of our first morning in the mountain. We will enjoy our breakfast with the majestic views of the Annapurna Himalayan Ranges. Then, we will embark on our journey across the lush rhododendron forest to Ghorepani.

  • Tea House
  • Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner
  • 2860m.|9380ft.

We will wake up early and start to hike to the Poon Hill vantage point, which offers astonishing views of the mountains with the reflection of the beautiful sunrise. Ghorepani to Poon Hill viewpoint is about 45 minute to 1-hour hike. After relishing the sunrise view, we will move ahead on our trails towards Tadapani. The pathway looks magical in the spring, with beautiful rhododendron flowers of different colors blossoming. Passing through Banthanti, getting a scenic view of mountains from several places, we will arrive at Tadapani.

  • Tea House
  • Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner
  • 3210m.|10530ft.

Tadapani offers the exquisite sunrise and the nearest vistas of Mt. Fishtail, Annapurna South, and Himchuli. After breakfast at Tadapani, we begin our walk following the route that includes beautiful Gurung Village, Ghandruk, and Chhomrong. Strolling along the trail down the hills, we will reach Jhinu Danda. We can spend a couple of hours in the Jhinu hot spring.

  • Tea House
  • Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner
  • 1780m.|5839ft.

After breakfast at Jhinu Danda, we will have a short walk and then catch the sharing jeep to return to Pokhara. We will conclude our trip by getting to Pokhara. If you like to join extra activities like rafting, kayaking, bungee, etc., or trekking to some other region, you can reach out to us.

  • Breakfast and Lunch
  • 822m.|2696ft.

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Route Map

Ghorepani Poon Hill Trekking with Hot Springs - 5 Days map

What's Included

  • Accommodations during the treks
  • Meals (breakfast, lunch, dinner) with tea or coffee
  • Experienced English-speaking government Licensed trekking guide
  • Guide salary, food, equipment, and insurance
  • All applicable permits (ACAP, TIMS, and Local permits)
  • Pokhara to the trek start point Nayapul/Birethanti Private transport Taxi/Car/Jeep/Van/Minibus..
  • Trek ending point to Pokhara (sharing transport public bus or jeep)
  • Water purifications Tablets / Drops
  • Souvenir: Nepal Nirvana Trails T-shirt and Trekking map
  • Official expense and government tax and vat.

What's Excluded

  • Hotel and food in Pokhara
  • Travel and health Insurance which cover emergency Rescues and evacuations
  • During trekking time personal expenses, snacks, alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages, bottled water, WI-FI, battery charging, hot shower, etc.
  • Porter Optional ($100) 1 porter between 2 trekkers
  • Tips for treks guide (it is appreciated)

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Useful Info

Entry Permits & Requirements

You require entry permission for the Annapurna Conservation Area Project (ACAP) and a (Tourist Information Management System) TIMS card for the Ghorepani Poon Hill Trekking. The TIMS Card and the Annapurna Conservation Area Project (ACAP) Entry Permit card are available at the Nepal Tourism Board's offices in Kathmandu and Pokhara, respectively.

Note: Children under the age of 10 do not need permits.

Annapurna Conservation Area Project Fees (ACAP) Entry Permit: For foreigners, NRS 3000; for residents of SAARC nations, NRS 1000; and for Nepalese, NRS 100. If you are with a guide, the TIMS Card is worth NRS 2000. Free individual trekker NRS 2000 (FIT). Nationals of SAARC nations must pay NRS 300 for trekking with just a guide and NRS 600 for trekking alone.

Our guides will take care of all the permits. You do not need to bother about standing in line to obtain them.

 

Client Reviews

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    MeuryGermanyFebruary 11, 2024

    Amazing Tour, very professional company

    We had such a good time with Nepal Nirvana trails and our 5 days poon hill tour, it was the highlight of our Nepal trip, everything went to smoothly, it was hard to believe the service, the kindness we received for what we paid at the end we had to go back by bus but they were kind enough to find a solution through Taxi, that's an option you can book we didn't but I would highly advise to do so, you will be so exhausted after the trek that you just want to ride comfortably back tot he hotel. Ram was our guide he was so kind, helpful and friendly, Thank you so much Nepal Nirvana Trails.

    Dear Meury, Namaste!
    Thank you for sharing an incredible review of your experience of the Poon Hill Trek with the Nirvana Trails team! We are always pleased to guide you with better services. We are glad your experience was wonderful with our guide, Ram. Good luck with your future endeavors and I wish to see you again for more adventures.
    Best Regards,
    Kp Dhital and Nepal Nirvana Trails Team.
    WhatsApp: +977 9841380469

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    Bo RuttenNetherlandsOctober 08, 2023

    Aanrader! Super geregeld!

    We hadden een geweldige tijd tijdens de Poonhill trek. De communicatie met KP verliep soepel en de service is erg goed. We hadden een hele fijne gids Bhairash. Hij liep op ons tempo, zorgde de hele trekking goed voor ons en hij weet veel te vertellen over de bergen en het gebied. We hebben een fijne en gezellige tijd gehad. We raden dit bedrijf dan ook zeker aan om een trekking bij te boeken.

    Dear Bo, Namaste!
    Thank you for taking the time to leave a review for Ghorepani Poonhill Trek. Thanks a lot for your thoughts on the trek with the guide, Bhairash, and for recommending the trek. Wish to see you again for trekking in other regions of Nepal.
    Best Regards,
    Kp Dhital and Nepal Nirvana Trails Team.
    WhatsApp: +977 9841380469

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