Journeys, Explorations, and Adventures
Ghorepani Poon Hill Trekking is also called as Annapurna Sunrise Trek. What are the things that you consider if you want to go on a week - long holiday? What would you do if somebody tells you that in a week’s holiday you can get vista of more than 3 dozen mountains, forests, rivers, villages, lakes as well as city clamor? Yes, it is worth going.
The Ghorepani Poon Hill Trekking is probably the most enthralling short trekking holiday trail of the world. Trail extends from beautiful Pokhara Valley and iconic Annapurna Base Camp. The final destination on this trip is the Poon Hill (3210 m). This vantage point is the perfect place to get the outstanding scenery of mountains on all sides.
Journey starts from Ulleri or Tikhedhunga. However, there are numerous trail heads. Trekkers can trek from the Ghandruk route as well. Consult with the Everest Buddha Treks’ travel planners before embarking on this trekking holiday regarding the choice of trail head.
Regular trekking is from Tikhedhunga. Trekkers have to walk full day uphill in order to reach Ghorepani on the first day of trekking. Even if it is uphill walking the green lush forests and chirping sound of birds along with the cool breeze of fresh mountain air enthrall trekkers.
Ghorepani Village
Ghorepani Village is at the top of the hill. The panoramic view of mountains seen from hotel room’s window is very enticing. During spring season trekkers the blooming rhododendron sends romantic vibes all over the village. Therefore, it is highly recommended to trek on this trail during spring season. Though trekking is possible throughout the year on this trail.
Village is home of Magar, Gurung and Chhetris. There are numerous teahouses/lodges. If you love tranquility and laid back village lifestyle then you can opt to spend few days on this village. There is plethora of side hikes which you can do apart from Poon Hill Hike. Gurung Hill Hike and Ghandruk Village route as return trail is also recommended activity to do during Ghorepani Poon Hill Trekking.
Our office representative will pick you up from Airport and drop you to the Star Hotel. Our Guide will briefly explain the procedure of our tour and then some rest and overnight.
After breakfast, we drive to Pokhara by private vehicle service. The journey is quite long covering 204 km distance in 6-7 hours travel time. We drop you to the hotel for rest. You can roam nearby nearby hotel at evening at your will. Today's log ends with overnight at hotel.
We'll kick the day off with a post-breakfast drive to Nayapul, where we'll take the first steps of our trek! Our path will take us past the TIMS checkpost and entry to the Annapurna Conservation Area (time for a permit check!). Today is a relatively short hike but you do gain some elevation as the tail follows the north bank of the Bhurungdi Khola. We stop for the night in the small village of Tikhedhunga.
After breakfast, we'll be doing some steep climbing today. As we head up to Ulleri Stairs, The path of ascent is a scenic one, winding through forests of magnolia and rhododendron. In flowering season, the sights and scents are absolutely amazing. If you keep your eyes sharp, you'll get glimpse sight of the Nepal's gray langur monkey as he passes through the trees overhead.
The day kicks off early with an excursion to Poon Hill and wonderful sunrise view and panorama of three Himalayan peaks (Dhaulagiri, Annapurna and Manalsu). From here, we'll also be treated to views of the 6,000m deep 'Kali Gandaki Gorge'. It's back to our lodge for a late breakfast, and then we're back on the trekking path. The trek from Ghorepani to Tadapani is notoriously hilly, with lots of up-and-down along the way. You will delight at the sight of the dense, flowering forests all around you. Our path brings us over stony steps surrounded on all sides by dense undergrowth and creeping vines, making this leg of the trek feel like a proper adventure.
Next morning, after having breakfast, we will make an easy trek towards Ghandruk through beautiful dense rhododendron, oak and Sal forests along the side of the Kimrung Khola where different species of birds are richly habited. Continuing we will be ascending steeply towards Ghandruk village. Once you reach Ghandruk you will have great views of Annapurna South and Fish Tail. If you have time visit the Gurung Museum in Ghandruk with your trekking guide. where will stay for the night.
This is the last day of trekking and while we cover some distance its all downhill and relatively easy. You will have good views of some of the peaks like Annapurna South as you hike. Once you reach the small village of Kimche you will be walking near the road and its possible to get a local jeep if you want to reach Nayapul faster (ask your guide about the extra cost). We will reach Nayapul by early afternoon with plenty of time for the 1 hour drive back to Pokhara. Overnight in Pokhara.
The six-hour drive from Pokhara to Kathmandu brings us back the way we originally came, ending again in a comfortable hotel. Your long trek is complete. After an afternoon to nap and relax, we'll meet up one last time for a celebratory dinner at one of the town's finest Nepalese restaurants and rest and overnight at hotel.
Today is departure day. Our office representative will pick you up from hotel and drop you to the Tribhuvan International Airport for departure leaving you unforgettable memory of our trip.
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