Experience one of Nepal's most popular short treks through traditional Gurung and Magar villages, rhododendron forests and scenic Himalayan trails, highlighted by a spectacular sunrise from Poon Hill over Annapurna and Dhaulagiri.
Arrive at Tribhuvan International Airport and transfer to your hotel. Meet the trekking team for a trip briefing, equipment check and introduction to the Ghorepani Poon Hill Trek.
Travel west from Kathmandu to Pokhara through scenic river valleys, hills, settlements and countryside. After reaching Pokhara, transfer to your hotel and enjoy the evening around the lakeside area.
Drive from Pokhara toward the Annapurna trekking trailhead and begin walking through villages, terraced farmland and river valleys. Continue uphill toward Ulleri for the first night in the mountains.
Continue gradually uphill through beautiful oak and rhododendron forests. Pass small mountain settlements before reaching Ghorepani, surrounded by impressive Himalayan scenery.
Wake before sunrise and hike to Poon Hill. Enjoy panoramic views across the Annapurna and Dhaulagiri ranges as the morning sunlight reaches the Himalayan peaks. Return to Ghorepani for breakfast and continue trekking through forested trails toward Tadapani.
Descend through forest trails toward Ghandruk, one of the best-known Gurung villages in the Annapurna Region. Explore the village and enjoy mountain views before continuing toward the road access point and driving back to Pokhara.
Travel back to Kathmandu by road. After arriving, transfer to the hotel and enjoy free time for shopping, sightseeing or relaxation.
Transfer to Tribhuvan International Airport according to your international flight schedule, concluding the Ghorepani Poon Hill Trek.
Hotel accommodation in Kathmandu and Pokhara, with locally operated tea houses or mountain lodges in Ulleri, Ghorepani and Tadapani during the trekking portion.
Airport transfers, road transportation between Kathmandu and Pokhara, local vehicle transfers between Pokhara and the trekking trailheads, with trekking completed on foot in the mountain region.
Breakfast, lunch and dinner are provided during trekking days. Tea houses generally serve Nepali dal bhat, rice, noodles, soups, potatoes, pasta, eggs and other locally available meals.
Helpful answers before you plan this journey.
The trek is generally considered easy to moderate. It involves several hours of walking each day and some steep uphill and downhill sections, but it does not reach extreme altitude.
The highest planned point is Poon Hill at approximately 3,210 meters above sea level.
On clear days, the viewpoint offers extensive Himalayan scenery including sections of the Annapurna and Dhaulagiri ranges, Annapurna South, Hiunchuli and Machhapuchhre.
Yes. It is one of Nepal's most popular introductory treks and is suitable for reasonably fit beginners who are comfortable walking for several hours each day.
March to May and September to November are the most popular seasons. Spring is particularly attractive because rhododendrons often bloom along the forest trails.
Previous trekking experience is not required, although regular walking or basic fitness preparation before the trip is recommended.
Accommodation in the trekking region is generally provided in locally operated tea houses or mountain lodges with simple private rooms and shared or attached facilities depending on location and availability.
The maximum altitude is considerably lower than many longer Himalayan treks, so serious altitude problems are less common. Travelers should still walk at a comfortable pace, remain hydrated and inform the guide if they feel unwell.
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