Ghorepani Poonhill Trek is a spectacular moderate trekking in Nepal in the Annapurna region. This rewarding trek takes us to a beautiful village Ghorepani and further takes us Poonhill, which is a vantage point for sunrise and mountain views. Ghorepani Poonhill Trek is the best short trek in Nepal. Who has a short time in Nepal they can fell the trekking and enjoy the view of the Annapurna region. Magnificent mountain views include Annapurna-I, Annapurna-IV, Himchuli, Dhaulagiri, Manaslu, Ganesh Himal and beautiful Machhapuchhre (fishtail).
This trekking is through picturesque settlements, lush rhododendron forest and terraced fields. The cultural and natural insights are magnificent.
We climb Poonhill early in the morning and celebrate spellbinding view of sunrise and mountain peaks including entire Annapurna massif.
We also visit Ghandruk, a beautiful village inhabited by Gurung people and get a lot of information about Annapurna Conservation Area Project
Ghorepani Poonhill Trek 5 Days
Ghorepani Poonhill Trek 5 days is a perfect itinerary to trekkers who want to view entire Annapurna massif from Ghorepani and Poonhill. This itinerary is the most popular itinerary for Ghorepani Poonhill Trekking with the good pace of walking each day and acclimatization in the higher elevation. We will have enough time to experience the highlights of Ghorepani Poonhill Trekking.
Short Itinerary
Day 01: Pick up from Pokhara Hotel to Nayapul (823 m/2,700 ft.) and trek to Ulleri (2050 m/6725 ft.): Drive 1.5 hour and 6 hours trek.
Day 02: Trek Ulleri to Ghorepani (2,850 m/9,348 ft.): 4-5 hours trek.
Day 03: Hike up to Poon Hill (3210 m/9630 ft., 45 min) onto Tadapani (2610 m/8560 ft.): 5-6 hours trek.
Day 04: Trek Tadapani to Ghandruk (1940 m/6360 ft.): 4-5 hours trek,
Day 05: Trek Ghandruk and Birethati to Pokhara (1940 m/6360 ft.): 4-5 hours trek, 2.5 hours drive.
Ghorepani Poonhill Trek Distance
Normally, Ghorepani- Poonhill trek can be done in 7-9 days. In this duration of we have to trek total 136 km from Pokhara to Pokhara. This distance doesn’t include the distance between Pokhara and Kathmandu. And we divide this 136 km total distance in each day working hour. Each day we have to walk for 5-6 hours except for the time having breakfast and lunch. Walking in the mountain for 5-6 hours is considered as the normal and easy walk.
Poon hill the Trek from Pokhara
Nowadays, many people love to do Ghorepani –Poonhill Trek from Pokhara. There are the number of trekking companies who successfully organize this trek. We can hire guide and porter from Pokhara too.
Trekkers who end another trek in Pokhara and still want to do Ghorepani- Poonhill Trek or they want to directly begin from Pokhara can do this trekking in a comfortable way. The cost is almost the same. Only, the cost for flight or drive from Kathmandu to Pokhara is extra.
Ghorepani Poonhil Trek 4 days
Ghorepani – Poonhill Trek 4 days is very popular among trekkers these days. Instead of 7 or 9 days, people these days prefer Ghorepani- Poonhill Trek 4 days. This is actually a customized trip to Poonhill. We may wonder that Poonhill Trek in 4 days? But yes we can do it. It does not mean that we are in the complete rush. We have plenty of time to explore the region and make our trip memorable even in 4 days and with less budget.
Short Itinerary
Day 01: Pick up from Pokhara Hotel to Nayapul (823 m/2,700 ft.) and trek to Ulleri (2050 m/6725 ft.): Drive 1.5 hour and 6 hours trek.
Day 02: Ulleri to Ghorepani (2,850 m/9,348 ft.): 4-5 hours trek.
Day 03: Hike up to Poon Hill (3210 m/9630 ft., 45 min) onto Tadapani (2610 m/8560 ft.): 5-6 hours trek.
Day 04: Tadapani to Ghandruk and Kimche to Pokhara (1940 m/6360 ft.): 4-5 hours trek, 2.5 hours drive.
Ghorepani- Poonhill Trek Difficulty
Ghorepani- Poonhill trek is considered as an easy trek in Nepal. Actually, going above 4 or 5 thousand meters in the mountain is considered as difficult trek. But, in this trek, the highest point is 3210m which is Poonhill. So, it not a difficult or strenuous trek. Even the beginners can do this trek in a convenient way. There is no threat of getting suffered from Altitude sickness since normally altitude sickness tend to attack only above 4 thousand meters.
Ghorepani Poonhill Trek 3 days
Ghorepani Poonhill Trek 3 days is also getting its popularity among the trekkers who have a sound stamina of trekking for 7-8 hours in a day. Thos who have sound health and good stamina can do this trekking in 3 days. It seems as if it is too rush, but it is not so in fact. Many tourists are doing this these days and they are happy and satisfied too.
Short Itinerary
Day 01: Pick up from Pokhara Hotel to Nayapul (823 m/2,700 ft.) and trek to Ulleri (2050 m/6725 ft.)Drive 1 hour and 4-5 hours trek.
Day 02: Ulleri to Ghorepani (2,850 m/9,348 ft.): 4-5 hours trek.
Day 03:Ghorepani, Poon Hill (3 210m/10 528ft) Hile (1 510m/4 950ft) Pokhara (880m/2 900ft), 6-7 hrs, 75 min drive
Ghorepani-Poonhill Trek Cost
The cost for this trekking varies according to the itinerary you want. Actually, Ghorepani Poonhill Trekking can be done from 3 days to 9 days. So, you can choose the itinerary you want like 4 days, 5 days and the like, and you have to make payment accordingly. The cost differ even if you want to guide, porter, accommodation, food and so on during the trek or you just want the permit and flight ticket. So, what type of trekking you want to Ghorepani-Poonhill, the cost differs. However, the cost begins from $280
Ghorepani- Poonhill Map
Actually, the map helps us a lot in the mountain. The map tells us about the geography, weather, people, culture, cities and villages, flora and faunas, mountain peaks and the like. A map in the mountain is regarded as a guide. A good map teaches you a lot and prepares you for the situation. Besides, Ghorepani _Poonhill map helps us to know the elevation of the mountain. We can get his map either in Kathmandu or Pokhara. Or you can get it from trekking company.
Ghorepani trek itinerary
Ghorepani Trek Itinerary varies from person to person and company to company. However, the core itinerary is 9 days Ghorepani Trek. There several Ghorepani Poonhill Trek itineraries like 4 days Ghorepani Poonhill Trek, 5 days Ghorepani Poonhill Trek, 6 Days Ghorepani-Poohhill Trek, 7 Days Ghandruk Poonhill Trek, 9 days Ghorepani- Poonhill Trek and the like. The core itinerary can be customized according to the interest and preference of the clients.
Short Itinerary
Day 01: Arrival in Nepal at Kathmandu.
Day 02: Kathmandu Sightseeing.
Day 03: Drive to Nayapul (Pokhara) and trek to Tikhedhunga.
Day 04: Tikhedunga - Ghorepani.
Day 05: Ghorepani - Poon Hill - Tadapani.
Day 06: Tadapani - Ghandrunk.
Day 07: Ghandruk – Nayapul – Pokhara.
Day 08: Drive to Kathmandu.
Day 09: Fly back to your country.
Ghandruk Ghorepani Trekking route
Ghandruk Ghorepani Trekking route is located in Annapurna region in Western part of Nepal. This trekking route begins from Nayapool after 1 and half hour drive from Pokhara. Now the route ascends through traditional villages and lush rhododendron till we get Ghorepani. This trekking route is just in front of Machhapuchhre, (Fishtail).
