Tour Overview

Ghorepani Poon Hill Trek, the world’s most popular organized teahouse trekking in the Annapurna Region. This trek offers to experience the beautiful sub-tropical valleys, dense forests of rhododendron and icy waterfalls. From every angle during the trek you will enjoy a tantalizing glimpse of Himalayan peaks from Mt. Dhaulagiri (8,167m.), Mt. Annapurna I (8,091m.), Mt. Machapurhre (Fish Tail) (6993m), Mt. Tukuche (6920m), Mt. Nilgiri ( 6940m), Mt. Hiunchuli (6441m), Mt. Annapurna South (7219m), Mt. Lamjung Himal (6931m) to some other many smaller peaks during the trip. From Poon Hill (3210m). Also the view of the mesmerizing sunrise and Himalayan mountain range early in the morning. This entire trekking area is mainly dominated by the Gurungs and Magars both are ethnic people of Nepal. The main attraction of this trek is viewed by various species of birds, local culture and tradition, subtropical forest, Dense Rhododendron flower and many more.

Ghandruk village provides to insight the lifestyles of Gurung ethnic community of Nepal. Also to see the neat slate-roofed houses are clustered on the canyon wall amidst a complicated network of farming terraces, great views of the Himalayas that includes Macchapuchre (Fishtail) and Annapurna South. From Pokhara, 42 km drive and 5–6 hours in walking distance. Pothana is another popular village where you will encounter the same ethnic community as in the Ghandruk village. This village is situated on the ridge of the hill from where you can enjoy the spectacular view of Annapurna Himalayan range, Fishtail and green valley of Pokhara

The itinerary of Ghorepani Poon Hill Trek can be made shorter without visiting Ghandruk village. Those who have longer holiday can hike through Ghandruk and end the trip in PokharaDespite the choices of routes you can enjoy the best panoramic Mountain View, experience Gurung culture, and lifestyle and make a circuit. This is truly a rewarding trek to every lover of nature.

Itinerary

  • Day 01: Arrive in Kathmandu airport 
  • Day 02: Kathmandu sightseeing
  • Day 03: Drive Kathmandu to Pokhara (820m)
  • Day 04: Trek Pokhara to Tikhedhunga (1540m)
  • Day 05: Trek Tikhedhunga to Ghorepani (2860m)
  • Day 06: Trek Ghorepani to Tadapani (2590m)
  • Day 07: Trek Tadapani to Ghandruk (1940m)
  • Day 08: Trek Ghandruk to Naya Pul and drive to Pokhara (1520m)
  • Day 09: Drive Pokhara to Chitwan (815m)
  • Day 10: Chitwan Jungle Safari
  • Day 11: Drive Chitwan to Kathmandu (1334m)
  • Day 12: Departure 

Includes

  • Airport pick up and transfer to hotel
  • 4 nights hotel accommodation in Kathmandu with breakfast
  • 3 nights hotel accommodation in Pokhara with breakfast
  • Trekking accommodation in trekkers lodge /Teahouse
  • English speaking local trekking guide
  • Necessary porters to carry your baggage during the trekking. ( Two persons get one trekking porter)
  • Three-time meals during the trekking- Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner.
  • Annapurna Conservation area entry permit
  • Trekker’s Information Management system (TIMS)
  • Monuments entry fee during a sightseeing tour of Pokhara valley
  • Private or local transport as per the program
  • Insurance for Nepalese staff. ( Trekking guide and porters)
  • Guide and porters salary, food, drinks, accommodations
  • The arrangement of Helicopter service for rescue in case of emergency in the mountain (the cost incurred during the rescue will be paid by your insurance company)
  • Medical supplies (first aid kit will be available).
  • Government Tax (13%) and service charge
  • Airport drop at the time of departure

Not Included

  • Lunch & Dinner in Kathmandu and Pokhara
  • Nepal entry visa fee (you will easily get the visa upon your arrival at Tribhuwan International Airport)
  • Your international flight ticket and airport departure tax
  • Personal equipment
  • High-risk medical insurance
  • Hot drinks, Alcoholic beverages, Telephone calls and laundry
  • Soft drinks such as cola, mineral water
  • Battery recharge, extra porters, shower etc during the trek
  • Emergency rescue evacuation if needed (need to pay by your insurance)
  • Extra night accommodation in Kathmandu because of early return from the trekking (due to any reason)
  • Tips & Gratuities for trekking guide & porter (s)