Ghorepani Poon Hill Circuit Trek

Trip Itinerary

Day 1 : Arrival in Kathmandu (1400m , 4593ft)

At the airport, a representative from our office and a driver in a private vehicle will be waiting to pick you up. After that, you'll be driven to the hotel where you'll spend the night. You will eventually meet your guide to discuss the trek and any equipment, documentation, or other necessities you may have while on the trek. You can simply buy or rent equipment and apparel in the Thamel area if you don't have any. After preparation for the trek, you can enjoy a relaxing walk through Thamel if you have time.

Day 2 : Kathmandu to Pokhara (822m, 2696ft)

Drive from Kathmandu to Pokhara by reguar tourist  bus. Usually, “Tourist “ buses depart at 7:00 am from Kathmandu and take 6-7 hours depending on road conditions.  After arriving at the hotel, take a break if you're tired or go for a walk around the Lakeside or maybe paddle some of the lakes. Overnight at the hotel.

Day 3 : Pokhara to Ulleri is about two hours drive and about 5 hours trekking ( 2050m , 6725ft)

After breakfast, we will go by private vehicle to Nayapul in the morning. The beginning of the hiking trail in Nayapul is reached after roughly 1.5 hours of winding through the picturesque countryside driving. Starting from Nayapul, our trip will take around 5 hours to reach Ulleri Village, where we will spend the night. Along the way, we will travel through subtropical woods, river banks, and settlements. 

Day 4 : Ulleri to Ghorepani about 5 hours trekking ( 2874m, 9429ft)

After breakfast in the morning, we will move on to Ghorepani, our next stop. We'll be trekking through the dense rhododendron forest shortly after leaving Ulleri. Rhododendron blooms in the springtime that makes the forest colorful. We will pass by the small villages of Nangethati and Banthati on our way to Ghorepani. A large Magar community known for its breathtaking views of the Annapurna range, intact culture, and distinctive home design is Ghorepani. Ghorepani is located at a height of (2874m/9429 ft), it will take about 4-5 hours. We'll spend that night in Ghorepani.

Day 5 : Hike to Poon Hill and Trek to Tadhapani total trekking about 7 hours (3210m/10531ft)

We will  be hikingl to Poon Hill (3210m/10531ft) in the early morning before sunrise for a breathtaking sunrise views. It is a significant location for anyone hoping to witness the magnificent sunrise over the Annapurna Mountains. There are well over 20 snow-capped peaks visible, some of which are Annapurna I (8,091m), Dhaulagiri (8,167m), Fishtail (6,993m), Annapurna South (7,219m), Annapurna II, and Annapurna III. After breakfast at Ghorepani , we will continue our trekking to Tadapani. We will cross a rocky track that leads deep into a forest that is dotted with streams and waterfalls. We will arrive in Tadapani after a 5- to 6-hour trek, and we will spend the night there. You have good chances to see some wild animals and birds on this trail today.

Day 6 : Tadapani to Ghandruk ,Trekking about 3 hours and about two hours drive(2012m, 6601ft)

After breakfast, we'll make our way down to Ghandruk, a significant Gurung community. Today's trail is almost entirely hidden by a thick forest abounding wild flora and fauna. You'll still enjoy stunning views of the mountains, such as Himalchuli, Annapurna South, and Mt. Fishtail. Ghandruk is a traditional and well-preserved cultural village. When you arrive there, you'll have an opportunity to look at the community and connect with the residents. Following that, we'll spend the evening in Ghandruk taking in some traditional dancing and singing about their ethnic group. Lunch at  Ghandruk  and explorations around and then drive  about two hours  to  POkhara.