Poon Hill Trek

Poon hill trek is one of the best trek destinations in the Annapurna region. It offer a scenic view of the gentle Mt. Annapurna, Mt. Machhapuchre, Himchuli and Mt. Dhaulagiri Himalayan range in a close distance from an altitude of the hill view tower 3210m from sea level with 180- degree aerial view. Poon hill Nepal is also known as mini Annapurna circuit trek because its beauty and adventure. The short, colorful and relatively easy trek, takes its place in the western part of Kathmandu into the Annapurna region, one of the best trekking destination in Nepal which attracted 60% trekker in this place.

Highlights of poon hill trekking route map for trekker??? 

Poon hill trekking route map is beginning from Nayapul after around 2 hours’ drive from Pokhara depend upon road condition. Our trekking route goes through small beautiful Gurung and Magar village of Ulleri, Ghorepani, and Ghandruk. In this trekking you will cover around 50% trail to the annapurna base camp trek via poon hill and off beaten trail Khopra danda trek.

You will be enjoyed by observing background mountain views from villages on a picture squire. On this Poon hill trekking route map, you pass dense Rhododendron forest full of different species of birds, flora, and fauna. You can enjoy watching and listening to the sound of birds. Our final destination of that trek is the viewpoint an altitude of 3210m. It offers an intoxicating view of the mountain and sunrise over the snow cape mountains Mt. Dhaulagiri ranges, Annapurna south, I, II, III, IV, Gangapurna, Lamjung Himal, Barasikhar, Nilgiri, Tukuche Peak and Hiunchuli.

When the ray of sun touches on the top of snow-capped giants Himalayan range along with a maze of other peaks, slowly begin to appear, like magic, before our eyes open and you feel like you are in new paradise. If some who really love with nature, landscape and Himalayas you will make a memory of lifetime experience at trekking in Nepal.

Is poon hill trek difficult for every on 

During your trek, it is restively easy to hike approximately 4-5 hours walk with average elevation which will reduce the chances of high altitude sickness. However you will be physically fit but you have not face highly physical difficulties, it is an easy and common trail for every one. The trekking trail is not constantly ups and down it is moderate level for trekking. Those who wish to trek with their famaily too.  

It’s not only a hike you will encounter natural gift waterfalls, hot springs, different species of rhododendron forest, rare species of birds and animals along the trail. Poonhill trek might be a comfortable trek but with its closeness to nature, you will experience a mix of nature, cultural, serenity, and beauty that makes your trek a trip to the Shangri-La.

Accommodation :
Ghorepani Poonhill trekking can be 5-6 days or your optional choose how long or short you want depending upon your time limited and budget. During the trip, your accommodation will be arranged depending upon your itinerary and budget. In Kathmandu and Pokhara you can have the variety of option to choose accommodation.

So, You can choose 5-star category hotel to tourists’ standard category or budget hotel and lodges as well as a hostel and homestay were also available. But during your trek, there is only a few numbers of hotels and lodge were available. You can have no other alternative option except that. But the alternative can be camping trek. Most of the accommodation were operate by the local people so you will not expect the high quality of food and services during the trek. However the food was local product and hygienic and the accommodation were safe, they provide you minimum basic facility like Wi-Fi, charging, hot water and so on.

Best time for poon hill trekking !!!

Poonhill trekking is an easy trail with beautiful views of green landscape farming field. The trekking can be easier during the best weather, where there is no rain and snow. So, that September to November and March to May is best time for Poon hill trekking .

From September to November in this month monsoon is over and the sky is clear, most of the big Nepalese festivals Dashain and Tihar were fall during at that time. In that time many people returned to their house and most of the flower was blooming in this season. The trekker can enjoy festivals and activities during that period.

In March to May, the winter season is over out the climate is moderate at that time mountains were covered full of snow some time you can get chance to play with snow. However, Ghorepani poon hill trek can be done every time during the all-around the year no need to wait for the best time for the trek because it is in low altitudes among the other trail in the Annapurna region, Langtang and Everest region.

poon hill Trek cost.

Normally the customize trek is done with in 5-6 days from Kathmandu. But it will be more rushing and the cost will be low then it . 11 Days Poonhill trek is more comfortable and cost is starts from 815 USD, it covered accroding to the itinerary where we include below. But you have a variety of choice on that. Poon hill trek cost is determined on the number of a person in a group, days, level service stander and facilities what and where you want.

Poon hill Nepal Trek Itinerary :

Day-1: Arrived at Airport
Day-2: Full day Kathmandu city tour.
Day-3: Drive to Pokhara from Kathmandu.
Day-4: Pokhara - Tikhedhunga (1491m).
Day-5: Tikhedhunga - Ghorepani (2855m).
Day-6: Sunrise at Poon Hill (3200m) – Trek to Tadapani (2650m)
Day-7: Tadapani to Ghandruk (1940 m).
Day-8: Ghandruk- pokhara.
Day-9: Pokhara city sight seen Tour
Day-10: Drive back from Pokhara to Kathmandu
Day-11: Final departure