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Poon Hill Trek is the most trekked route in the Nepal and takes place in the Annapurna Region. If you do not have time for a longer trek but want to experience trekking in Nepal, enjoy beautiful scenery, and visit traditional villages, then the Ghorepani Poon Hill Trek is exactly what you are looking for. It is a relatively easy trek and ideal for first-time trekkers in terms of difficulty, no wonder it is the most trekked route in Nepal.
The Poon Hill trek distance coverage starting from Hille to Kyumi is around 35.9 kilometers. The longest segment of the trek is from Ghorepani to Tadapani covering around 12 kilometers.
| Trekking Trail Route | Distance (km) | Time (hrs) | Altitude (m) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Hille to Ulleri | 4.4 | 3 - 4 hrs | 2,055.00 |
| 2 | Ulleri to Ghorepani | 8.0 | 5 - 6 hrs | 2,860.00 |
| 3 | Ghorepani to Poon Hill | 3.0 | 3 - 4 hrs | 3,210.00 |
| 4 | Ghorepani to Tadapani | 12.0 | 6 - 7 hrs | 2,630.00 |
| 5 | Tadapani to Ghandruk | 6.3 | 3 - 4 hrs | 1,980.00 |
| Total 33.7 |
Chances of altitude sickness during The Poon Hill Trek is minimal because the maximum sleeping altitude is less than 3,000 meters. The highest point of the trek is at Poon Hill – 3,210 meters.
| Number | Name of Village / City | Altitude |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | KATHMANDU | 1,400.00 |
| 2 | ULLERI | 2,055.00 |
| 3 | GHOREPANI | 2,860.00 |
| 4 | TADAPANI | 2,630.00 |
| 5 | POKHARA | 1,400.00 |
| 6 | KATHMANDU | 1,400.00 |
| Max 2,860.00 |
Meals: Dinner
Pick up at Tribhuwan International Airport, Kathmandu
Welcome dinner with traditional food and cultural show in Thamel
Meals: Breakfast | Lunch | Dinner
Transfer from Kathmandu to Pokhara by domestic flight (25 mins)
Drive to Hille by jeep/bus (3 hrs)
Trek start from Hille to Ulleri (2055 m/ 3-4 hrs)
Meals: Breakfast | Lunch | Dinner
Trek from Ulleri – Ghorepani (2860 m/5-6 hrs)
Meals: Breakfast | Lunch | Dinner
Annapurna view and sunrise at Poon Hill (1 hr. morning walk)
Trek from Ghorepani – Tadapani (2630 m/5-6 hrs)
Meals: Breakfast | Lunch | Dinner
Trek from Tadapani – Kyumi (1940 m/5-6 hrs)
Transfer to Pokhara (3 hrs)
Evening Boat Ride at Phewa Lake (if weather permits)
Meals: Breakfast | Lunch | Dinner
Transfer from Pokhara to Kathmandu by premium tourist bus (5-6 hrs)
Shopping time at Thamel
Meals: Breakfast
Transfer to Tribhuwan International Airport, Kathmandu
Pick up at Tribhuwan International Airport, Kathmandu
Welcome dinner with traditional food and cultural show
Our team will welcome you and receive you at the Tribhuvan International Airport (TIA) in Kathmandu. We will drive to Thamel and help you get checked in to the hotel for the night. The trip briefing will take place in the evening once you are all checked in and comfortable.
There will be a special welcome dinner with cultural experience to give you an idea of the things to look forward to in the coming days. After dinner, you are free walk around Thamel, during the peak season it will be buzzing with travelers from all around the world and very lively. If you forgot to pack something back home, then this is a good idea to do last minute shopping as well.
Transfer from Kathmandu to Pokhara by domestic flight (25 mins)
Drive to Hille by jeep/bus (3 hrs)
Trek start from Hille to Ulleri (2055 m/ 3-4 hrs)
We fly to Pokhara. Along the flight we pass through the attractive Trisuli and Marsyangdi River to reach Pokhara, it’s a beautiful flight as we go by the mighty river which is also good for rafting; we can see Ganesh Himal and the Manaslu peak as well during the drive. Pokhara is an amazing city full of natural as well as cultural heritage sites such as lakes, caves, & temples of Buddhist and Hindus. Of course, the mountains feel much closer and bigger in this awesome city right by the Phewa Lake.
After reaching Pokhara, we start heading Nayapul which takes around one and half hours. After checking in at Nayapul, we start the first part of trek to Hille (1430M) via Birethanti (1065m.) It will be a beautiful easy flat out hike as we pass through several small lively villages and settlements. After some time, we will ascend gently towards Hille, where we will spend the night.
Trek from Ulleri – Ghorepani (2860 m/5-6 hrs)
Today is a the day we conquer the infamous stairs. The trail before Ulleri is known for its three thousand plus stone steps, and we will overcome it. We ascend steeply for the first 2 hours and then climb gently passing through Ulleri (2070m) and Banthanti. This path gives us out of this world views of Machhapuchhare or Fish Tail (6997m.), Hiunchuli (6441m.), and the Annapurna (7219m) South on the way.
You might wonder why you are doing this trek? Going through all the pain and constant uphill, moreover, you might wonder how Nepali people commute through the ups and down so easily? As you walk by small villages and people with simple lifestyle, you will start appreciating all the little things in life. The trail gets easier, as we recover from being lost in our thoughts and as we pass through rhododendron, shadowy forests with birds chirping. When we start seeing more densely populated houses, we know we have reached Ghorepani. Overnight stay at Ghorepani.
Annapurna view and sunrise at Poon Hill (1 hr. morning walk)
Trek from Ghorepani – Tadapani (2630 m/5-6 hrs)
Early Mornings + Mountain Ranges = Breath-taking moments, awesome photos & treat to the eyes and soul.
We wake up super early in the morning and hike to Poon Hill (3230m) to enjoy the panoramic morning views of Mt. Dhaulagiri (8167m), Tukuche Peak (6920m), Nilgiri (6940m), Varaha Shikhar (7847m), Mt. Annapurna I (8091m), Annapurna South (7219m), Annapurna III (7855m), Machhapuchhare (6993m), Annapurna IV (7525m), Annapurna II (7937m), Lamjung Himal (6931m) and other many snow capped mountains. Poon Hill has always been a symbol of beauty for the Annapurna section. After sinking in all the awesome views and a warm cup of tea we descend down to have a warm breakfast at tea house. After breakfast, we start our trek to Tadapani (2650m). Most part of the trail we trek is through blossoming rhododendron forest. The gorgeous flower makes the jungle colorful in spring when they bloom. We pass a few natural springs on the way and reach Tadapani in the evening. Overnight stay at Guesthouse.
Trek from Tadapani – Kyumi (1640 m/5-6 hrs)
Transfer to Pokhara (3 hrs)
Evening Boat Ride at Phewa Lake (if weather permits)
If you did not get your full appetite of mountain views, Tadapani is also an amazing spot to witness the great himalayas. You will greeted a warm morning by the spectacular ranges and the good news is that we have started our descent, meaning no more uphill battles.. phew..
We descend gently through the rhododendron, oak and other kinds of dense forests. As we continue our descend, we might encounter monkeys and wide varieties of birds. The trail makes a short, steep descent among rocks to a stream crossing then leads out a ridge towards Kyumi. We get on our transport and head to Pokhara and saying goodbye to our porters who helped our team during the trek.
Transfer from Pokhara to Kathmandu by tourist bus (7-8 hrs)
Shopping time at Thamel
As we recover from our long trek, we wake up early and have a quick breakfast before our bus ride back to Kathmandu.
We reach Kathmandu around 3-5 pm, so there is plenty of time to discover Thamel and do some last minute shopping for gifts for the loved ones back home.
Transfer to Tribhuwan International Airport, Kathmandu
Goodbyes are difficult, especially if it is a place that has made you feel homely. You will take away a lot of good memories and you will feel that you will have changed a lot as a person in this amazing trip in Nepal. We wish you all the best in your endeavors and hope you see you soon real quick for another adventure with us in Nepal.
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