Ghorepani Poonhill Trek

The perfect trip to Ghorepani poon hill starts with the scenic drive or flight towards paradise Pokhara valley. We take a short drive towards Nayapul- the trekking starting point for Ghorepani poonhill trek and Annapurna base camp trek.

Then we trek through Nayapul to Birethanti village which is also known as check point of TIMS card and trek permit. Then after we gently walk through the bank of river as well beautiful landscape and tiny settlements of Gurung and Magar people. Then we follow the trekking trial through Tikhe dhunga, and ascend towards Ulleri, Banthati until we reach to Ghorepani.

Early in the morning we trek to Poon hill which is our destination point from where we would able to witness the glimpse of Annapurna panoramic ranges along with vibrant sunrise view. Giving continuity to our trek, we follow the Tadapani village and trek to the modal village named Ghandruk.

Ghandruk is very famous village, here we get change to experience typical lifestyle, culture, hospitality and tradition of Gurung and Magar people. Then we descend towards Birethanti and reach to Nayapul again. Then we take a short drive towards the paradise Pokhara as well take scenic drive or flight to reach capital city Kathmandu.

Life Himalaya Trekking Pvt. Ltd operates the excellent trekking package in the popular destination as Ghorepani poon hill in Nepal. We provide you the best services on this holiday trips which are convenience according to time frames, budget with safety, long-lasting and valuable memories in lifetime.

Who can join Ghorepani poon hill trek?

As one of the easy and the short trek around the Annapurna range you don’t need any kind of the technical trains and the experience. For this trek the walk for 3-4 hours is sufficient.

There is no any age restriction for this trekking so everyone who can walks can easily achieve the destination.

Ghorepani Poonhill trek health and safety

For every trekking you should bring the first aid stuffs which will help you for the simpler injuries. Our guide also have the first aid kit but it’s better for you to bring your own.

As a low altitude trek in Ghorepani poonhill, there is very less chance to get altitude sickness.

Many single and female trekkers are afraid to travel in the Himalayas alone, but the Life Himalayan team will guarantee your safety and care. We will also provide a female guide if necessary for female trekkers.

Best Season for Ghorepani Poonhill Trek

You can experience the adventure Ghorepani Poonhill trek has to offer every season. Still, the most favorable season for the Ghorepani Poonhill trek is spring and autumn or fall. March to May are the months for spring, and September to November are months for autumn. During both of these seasons, you can have the most vibrant and sunny days. The trail during spring is decorated with a colorful array of blooming wildflowers and rhododendrons.

While the autumn days are adorned with the changing colors of the alluring landscape. The daytime temperature during these days often ranges between 10 to 20 degrees Celsius while the nighttime temperature can drop to 3 degrees Celsius. The days are pleasant for the leisurely Ghorepani poonhill trek.

From December to February, the Ghorepani poonhill trek sees the winter season. The temperature can fall from 0 to -4 degrees Celsius. The Ghorepani and Poonhill regions can be covered with a thick blanket of snow. However, the days are sunny with clearer sky offering you the splendid beauty of the region. With needed preparation, clothing, and equipment, you can easily accomplish this trek during this season.

From June to August, the summer days begin to roll in with longer days and shorter nights. However, heavy rainfall, fog, and cloudy skies often accompany these days. So there are probability of landslides and slippery and muddy trails which can obstruct your smooth trek to Ghorepani Poonhill. In addition, the leeches may accompany you. With the right precautions, you can easily overcome these obstacles and trek in summer/monsoon days enjoying the less crowded and rich vegetation of the region.

Ghorepani Poonhill trek Difficulty

The Ghorepani Poonhill trek is a relatively short and easy trek for which you don’t require any previous trekking experience. The trek is suitable for anyone: from beginners to elderly, from families with children to solo trekkers. The trail often leads over a mix of gravel roads, paved field paths, forest paths, or very easy mountain paths. There can be few steep climbs and descends which can be easily overcome.

Still, we recommend you have a certain level of fitness as you have to hike between 4 to 6 hours each day of the trek. As you trek from Tikedhunga to Ghorepani, you have to overcome over 3700 steep stairs, so people with severe knee problems may have some challenges awaiting them.

However, there are small huts along the way where you can rest as long as you wait and resume your journey. Anyone with a good physical and mental state can easily accomplish this trek with no difficulty. Still, climbing, running, walking, and swimming before embarking on the Ghorepani Poonhill trek can be an advantage.

Altitude Sickness in Ghorepani Poonhill trek

The probability of altitude sickness in the Ghorepani Poonhill trek is almost zero. The maximum altitude gain in this trek is when you ascend Poonhill which stands at 3210 m above sea level. So you don’t have to worry about altitude sickness at all. Still, trekkers who have not climbed r ascended to altitude more than 2500 m may feel some mild symptoms of altitude sickness. Such as headache, loss of appetite, or mild dizziness. If you experience such symptoms, a tablet of paracetamol or Diamox will do the work to relieve your symptoms.

As in each trek to heights greater than 3000 m, we recommend you drink lots of water (3 liters each day), have hot soup of garlic, and ginger tea, and keep away from alcohol and smoking. These measures will do the trick for you so you will never feel any symptoms of altitude sickness.

What to expect in the Ghorepani Poonhill trek?

The Ghorepani poonhill trek is one of the shortest trekking tours in Nepal which offers a beautiful mix of cultural impressions, great landscapes, and panoramic views of the Himalayas. It is not a mountain tour as you only see the high mountains from afar. Instead, you will mostly walk from village to village through the rolling, densely forested hills that make up much of Nepal.

The villages are mainly traditional settlements but have now adapted perfectly to Western visitors. Every few minutes you pass inns, lodges, and small shops. So it’s a somewhat touristy version of Nepal that you see here. So you will see the coexistence of tradition and modernity in these small villages. You will get the opportunity to get acquainted with the unique culture of the Magar and Gurung ethnic groups and witness the mixture of rare fauna and flora.

The main attraction of the Ghorepani Poonhill trek is a climb to Poonhill. The Poonhill is located right next to the village of Ghorepani and, at just over 3,000 meters, is just a hill by Nepalese standards. You can have a majestic view of sunrise from Poonhill that you will remember for a long time.

Being situated in the lap of the Himalayas, poonhill offers a 360-degree view of the sacred Mount Machhapuchhre, known as the Fishtail mountain range, Annapurna, and eight-thousandth Mount Dhaulagiri. It will take about an hour to climb to the top of Poonhill. However, all these dazzling views of mountains and terrain make your tough climb well worth it.

There are numerous local tea shops at the top of Poonhill. You can relax and enjoy the views by having a hot cup of tea or coffee. In peak seasons of trekking that is spring and autumn, the place can be a little crowded.

Accommodation, Food, and Transportation in the Ghorepani Poonhill trek

Our service for our guests begins as soon as they arrive at Tribhuvan International Airport. Our company representative will be waiting at the gate of the airport till you complete the customs and Visa formalities. He will welcome you and will transport you to the hotel in Kathmandu in a private car.

You will stay in a 3-star category hotel in the central tourist area of Kathmandu. We will provide complimentary breakfast to you each morning. For lunch and dinner, you can always go out and dine at reputed restaurants in the capital.

We will then drive you to Pokhara in a tourist bus, and from there, we will transfer you to the 3-star hotel located in the beautiful landscape of Pokhara. Like in Kathmandu, complimentary breakfast during your stay in Pokhara is included in our package. For lunch and dinner, explore the valley known as a haven for tourists and delight your taste buds with various cuisines. From Pokhara, we will then drive to Nayapul in a private car the next day.

During the trek, we will accommodate you in the best lodges we can find in the region. These lodges are not luxury accommodations, but it is well equipped compared to less touristy hiking areas. They are mostly simple twin rooms with wooden beds and enough space to change clothes.

Warm blankets are also available so that you can hike Poonhill without a sleeping bag in an emergency. Most accommodations have both rooms with and without private bathrooms. you can opt for any option you like. However, hot water may only be available in the shared shower.

Each accommodation has a common area where breakfast, lunch, and dinner are served. This is equipped with a fireplace or a boiler. All these meals are included in our tour package. You can have Nepali cuisine of dal, Vat, and Tarkari (Lentil soup, rice, and vegetables), to momos, chowmen, potato, meat etc.

The only thing that needs to be taken into account is that there is rarely good working WiFi, and it can only be used for a fee. The higher you go, the weaker the cell phone network becomes. Sockets for charging cell phones and cameras are sometimes available in the room.

As we approach the culmination of our Ghorepani poonhill trek, we will drive you from Nayapul to Pokhara in a private car. From Pokhara, we will take you to Kathmandu on a tourist bus and will drop you at your hotel in Kathmandu.

Trust us and contact us for the most comfortable and beautiful journey of your life.