Not only artificial, but nature also can be ritzy. You can feel considerably so during the Ghorepani Poon Hill Trek. The sunrise and the sunset views from Poon Hill at an altitude of 3,210 m will be heartwarming. It will evocatively transfix you to its beauty. Besides, the ageless charm of the Dhaulagiri, the Annapurna, the Machhapuchhre, the Nilgiri will be etched in your heart that you will be able to relish all your life.
The trek in the Annapurna region is quite popular, for it is easy, and harbors the beauty the best of its kind. Once you get to remarkably beautiful city Pokhara, itself a major tourist destination, you will be driven to Nayapul from where you will commence your trek. Thereafter, you will trek across quaintly impressive ethnic communities: Gurung and Magar. The Gurung village Ghandruk will be particularly riveting. It is preceded by other amazing places, Tadapani and Tikhedhunga.
Poon Hill trek evidently is a hill station that offers a staggering view of the Annapurna range and the Dhaulagiri mountain range, whereas Ghorepani is a village that lies within the Annapurna Conservation Area. You will have to pass this village to get atop Poon Hill. The village lies on a trail linking the Annapurna Base Camp, and it provides necessary food and lodgings. It, lying in the center of the Annapurna Conservation Area, is on the way to Annapurna Sanctuary. From atop you will have mesmerizing views of the sunrise and some—in fact over 17—majestic mountains. The panoramic view in their utter glory and harmony will stay with you forever.
Poon Hill is known aptly as a photographer’s paradise for all the right reasons. You can get awesome snaps of the astonishing the Annapurna and the Dhaulagiri ranges.
The Ghorepani Poon Hill trekking, also popular as the Annapurna Sunrise Trekking, and the Annapurna Panorama Trekking, will walk you through striking ethnic villages of the Annapurna region where you will find expansive people—warm and welcoming. The trail also passes through vibrant rhododendron forests. The chirps and rustles will invigorate you. Your senses will be served serenity. Besides, terraced slopes and paddy fields won’t be less bewitching.
Day 01: Arrival in Kathmandu
Day 02: Visit Swoyambunath & Patan
Day 03: Drive Kathmandu to Pokhara
Day 04: Trek Pokhara to Tikhedhunga
Day 05: Trek Tikhedhunga to Ghorepani
Day 06: Trek Ghorepani to Tadapani
Day 07: Trek Tadapani to Chhomrong
Day 08: Trek Chhomrong to Landruk
Day 09: Trek Landruk to Pothana
Day 10: Trek Pothana to Pokhara
Day 11: Visit Sarangkot
Day 12: Flight Pokhara to Kathmandu
Day 13: Departure
Day 01: Arrive in Kathmandu airport and you will be transferred to the Hotel by one of our representatives. Welcome dinner at one of the Nepali traditional restaurants in Kathmandu.
Overnight: Hotel
Elevation: 1334m
Day 02: Visit Patan – Swoyambhunath: start our tour with the magnificent Swoyambhunath which is 10 minutes drive from Thamel. Then we drive to one of the oldest cities of Kathmandu valley which is called Patan to witness its incredible architecture from medieval period.
Swoyambhunath is one of the oldest stupas of the Kathmandu Valley. It is situated on one of the highest hills in the valley. It watches over the Valley from the top of a hillock on its western side just three kilometers west of the city center. The stupa is one of the holiest Buddhist sites in Nepal and its establishment is linked to the creation of the Kathmandu Valley out of a primordial lake. Swayambhu is also known as Samhengu and is recognized as a World Heritage Site. It is also one of the oldest and most glorious Buddhist shrines in the world which is said to be two thousand years old. The four sides of the stupa are painted with the eyes of Lord Buddha.
Patan, the second largest town in the valley is situated to the south of Kathmandu. Patan's great buildings boom took place under the Mallas in the 16th, 17th and 18th centuries. Numerous temples of widely diverse styles, as well as many Buddhist monasteries, are scattered around the fascinating town. Patan is famous for its crafts and metal works which are wonderful souvenirs.
Overnight: Hotel
Day 03: Drive Kathmandu to Pokhara (820m) by private vehicle: In the afternoon, we visit Devis Falls; the waterfall fall into a very deep and narrow canal, Guptesowri Cave, a very attractive natural cave and Fewa Lake, second largest lake in Nepal which are the main tourist attractions in Pokhara.
Overnight: Hotel
Drive Time: 6 hours (200Km)
Difference in Elevation: - 514m.
Day 04: Trek Pokhara to Tikhedhunga (1540m): After an hour drive to Naya Pul, we start our trek to Tikhedunga. It is fairly easy walk for about 4 hours. We follow a small stream all the way to Tikhedunga.
Overnight: Lodge
Driving Time: 1 hour
Walking Time: 4 hours
Difference in Elevation: + 720m.
Day 05: Trek Tikhedhunga to Ghorepani (2860m): 7 hours of walking via Ulleri and Nangethati villages. From Tikhedhunga, we begin our journey with a rocky steep climb to Ulleri which is a large Magar village at 2070m elevation. We walk through the biggest rhododendron forest in the world.
Overnight: Lodge
Walking Time: 6 to 7 hours
Difference in Elevation: + 1320m
Day 06: Trek Ghorepani to Tadapani (2590m): Early morning hike to Poon Hill (3210m) to catch sunrise over the magnificent mountain ranges. Seventeen different mountain peaks including two of the highest ones in the world; Dhaulagiri( 8167m, 7th Highest) and Annapurna I (8091m, 10th Highest) as well as Annapurna II( 7939m), Annapurna III(7555m), Annapurna IV(7525m), Machhapuchhre (6993m), Himchuli(6441m), Annapurna South(7219m), Tukuche Peak(6920m), and Lamjung Himal(6986m) can be seen from Poon Hill. Then we retrace our steps back to Ghorepani and continue our trek climbing a small hill leaving behind the view of Poon Hill. Then we descends through dense mossy forest rich with bird life to Tadapani.
Overnight: Lodge
Walking Time: 5 hours
Difference in Elevation: - 270m
Day 07: Trek Tadapani to Chhomrong (2170m): Our day starts with a steep descend from Tadapani through rhododendron forest. As we approach to Gurjung, trail ascends through paddy field followed by gradual climb to Chhomrong.
Overnight: Lodge
Walking Time: 5 hours
Difference in Elevation: - 420m
Day 08: Trek Chhomrong to Landruk (1565): The trek to Jhinu Danda takes about an hour where we stop for a relaxing plunge to hot spring. After our relaxing dip in hot spring, continue our trek to Landruk, a small Gurung village, where you can see some typical Gurung round houses. It is about 3 hours trek.
Overnight: Lodge
Walking Time: 4 hours
Difference in Elevation: -605 m
Day 09: Trek Landruk to Pothana (1890m): We continue our trek towards Pothana enjoying the view of Annapurna and Pokhara valley. It is about 5 hours trek, goes through several small Gurung settlements.
Overnight: Lodge
Walking Time: 5 hours
Difference in Elevation: +325m
Day 10: Trek to Phedi and drive to Pokhara (820m): short and enjoyable hike down to Phedi via Dhampus followed by a short drive to Pokhara.
Overnight: Hotel
Walking Time: 3 Hours
Driving Time: ½ hour
Difference in Elevation: -1070m
Day 11: Visit Sarangkot: an exciting drive for about half an hour to a view point called Sarangkot which offers spectacular view of the Annapurna and Fish Tail. Then we hike for about 3 hours down to the Sedi Bagar enjoying the view of Fewa Lake and Lake City. In the afternoon, we drive to the World peace stupa which is situated on a high hill of Pokhara valley.
Overnight: Hotel
Walking Time: 3 Hours
Driving Time: ½ hour
Day 12: Flight Pokhara to Kathmandu (1334m): a scenic flight back to Kathmandu.
Overnight: Hotel
Flight Time: 30 minutes
Difference in Elevation: + 514m
Day 13: Transfer to the airport and Departure.
Special Note: This Itinerary can be customized according to the duration of your holiday. We have many options for shorter visits based on your interests and budget.
NOTE: The price of the tour will be adjusted according to the group size.
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Qty. |
Remarks |
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| 01 | Day back-pack |
1 |
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| 02 | Gore-Tex Jacket |
1 |
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| 03 | Down Jacket |
1 |
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| 04 | Fleece Jacket |
1 |
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| 05 | Micro Fleece |
1 |
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| 06 | Trekking pants(Trousers) |
2 |
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| 07 | Hiking shoes (Boots) |
1 |
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| 08 | Runners (sport shoes) |
1 |
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| 09 | Trekking Socks |
3 |
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| 10 | Rain poncho |
1 |
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| 11 | Sun-glasses |
1 |
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| 12 | Water bottles |
2 |
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| 13 | Thermal underwear(long) |
1-2 |
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| 14 | T- shirts |
2-3 |
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| 15 | Sunscreen/lotion |
1 |
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| 16 | Flip flop (sandal) |
1 |
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| 17 | Towel |
1 |
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| 18 | Hat(Baseball cap) |
1 |
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| 19 | Pristine drops (Water purifier) |
1 |
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| 20 | Head light/flash light |
1 |
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| 21 | Sleeping Bag |
1 |
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| 22 | Gloves |
1 |
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| 23 | Wind Proof Trouser (s) |
1 |
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| 24 | Personal medical kid |
1 |
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| 25 | Toiletries |
1 |
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Climate:
From the eternal snow of the high peaks to the extensive tropical lowlands, Nepal has a wide variety of climates.
Spring: March to late May: In this season, Kathmandu is in full bloom, lots of different types of flowers can be seen at this time of the year. Temperature is mild, end of the cold winter and approaching warm and hot summer. Temperatures vary between 10 ° C to 28 ° C but can rise up to 30 ° C. Between 2000 and 3000m, temperature rarely drop below 0 ° C. However, few frosts or snowfalls are possible in March above 4000 m.
The summer/monsoon period: It interrupts the majority of trekking from late June to late August. Some of the trekking regions "trans-Himalayan", Dolpo and Mustang, however, remain protected from monsoon prevailing rest of the country. They are the only channels available in Nepal in the summer.
Autumn: mid September – mid December - Perfect temperature and weather for trekking. Brings cooler days, but clear skies. Above 3000 m altitude, temperatures can drop to -10 ° C at night.
In winter: mid-December - mid-February - Nights are generally cold, dry climate, Above 3000m, temperature drop down to 0 ° C to - 15 ° C at night, the days are often sunny.
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