Poonhill Trekking

The Poonhill Trek is a short and rewarding trek which is loops around local villages. There are two starting options. Starting from Phedi, you will trek to Landruk, cross the Modi River, reach Kyumi and from there to Ghandruk. If starting from Nayapul, your trail will go through Syauli Bazar and Kilu and then ascend towards Ghandruk.
It is worth spending a day in the village of Ghandruk which is has fabulous views of Annapurna South. From there you will be following a forested path to Tadapani and then head west to Ghorepani.

Poonhill is the most important stopover in this trek as you will be able to see a magnificent panorama of the Dhaulagiri and Annapurna peaks at sunrise. In clear mornings, you can see the very first rays of the early sun strike the mountains which then begin to glow like gold.

Starting Point	Nayapul
End Point	Nayapul
Highest Point	3210 m
Lowest Point	1050 m
Duration	7 Days
Difficulty	Easy to Moderate
Accommodation	Hotel, Local Teahouse

Standard Prices (per person)
1 or 2 People	£315
3 to 5 People	£266
6 to 9 People	£206
9 or more People	£187

Itinerary Details What is Included Ask Us a Question Customise Your Trip

Day 1	Take the tourist bus to Pokhara (900M), which normally takes about 6 hours. Spend the night in a deluxe hotel at Lakeside.
Day 2	Drive to Nayapul and trek to Tikhedhunga (1577M). After walking for about 4-5 hours passing beautiful villages and scenery you spend the night in a local teahouse.
Day 3	Trek to Ghorepani (2875M), a 6-7 hours walk and stay overnight at a local teahouse.
Day 4	Wake up very early in the morning and walk to Poonhill (3210M). If the weather is fine, you can enjoy an outstanding view of sunrise over the Annapurna Himalayan range. Walk back to Ghorepani, have breakfast and trek for about 5 hours to reach Tadapani.
Day 5	Trek for about 4 hours and arrive at Ghandruk (1950 m). After lunch, you can explore the village of Gurung ethnicity and visit an old museum as well as a monastery.
Day 6	Trek down to Nayapul (1050 m) and drive for about 2 hours to Pokhara. Explore the city in the afternoon, take a refreshing walk along Lakeside and spend the night in your hotel room.
Day 7	Drive back to Kathmandu and spend the night in a hotel.

Pick up from the international airport, transfer to Hotel in Kathmandu, as well as any airport transfers for any internal flights. Last day transfer to international airport (if required).
Transport to the start of the trip (usually by bus or plane but can be changed in accordance with the associated extra charge) as per the details in the itinerary. Transport back from the trip to Kathmandu.

2 night’s deluxe room at a hotel in Kathmandu with breakfast, before the start of the tip, and 1 night at the end of the trip.
Private accommodation during the trip to a basic standard. Please be aware that the toilet and bathroom will be outside of the room in most cases.
Three meals per day – Breakfast, lunch and dinner. You can choose food from the menu. Tea or coffee with meals.
Provision of tents and camping equipment if applicable
An experienced English speaking guide.
At least one porter for two people (Max baggage per porter is 30kg). Let us know if you would prefer not to use a porter.
Accommodation, wages, food and travel expenses for guide and porter(s).
National Park fees
Permit and trekking management fees
In cases of emergency, we will arrange for a helicopter rescue, medical treatment and after care for on your behalf. This will be paid by your own travel insurance company. (Please ensure that you are adequately covered for this eventuality).
Insurance for guide and porter(s).
First Aid Kid (for normal treatment only)
Government taxes & other applicable fees.
A method for water purification, e.g. Iodine or chlorine solution.
We will also inform your embassy that you are trekking under our care.

What is Not Included

Any drinks outside meal times (alcoholic, mineral water, hot chocolate, tea, coffee, etc)
Personal expenses
Tips and donations
Hot Showers
Travel insurance

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The trips on this site have been listed as they are the most popular within the associated regions. If you have heard of a trip that is not listed, or want to spend less (or more) time in a particular area then let us know.
Although detailed itineraries are provided for all of the trips on this site they are by no means set in stone. The itineraries act as a rough guide so you are welcome to walk a bit more or less on any day you choose.
You are also welcome to extend the trip at any point if you would like to spend a bit more time in a particular area. The cost for extension is around £15-£25 per day depending on the particular area and nature of the trip. Unfortunately, we are unable to refund a trip that has been shortened but you are welcome to let us know before hand and the price will be reduced accordingly. The extra days can always be spent sightseeing in Kathmandu or Pokhara with your guide.
Similarly, if you would prefer to upgrade or downgrade your hotel or transport then this is also possible. For example you may change a bus journey to a flight, or stay in a cheaper hotel to save some cash. Extra cost will apply based on the price difference. All of this is can be arranged upon your arrival in Nepal or if you would like to arrange it before then just let us know.
If, at the end of the trip, you would like to do another adventure then all you have to do is arrange it with the guides in Nepal.