Embark on a 3-day Ghorepani Poon Hill trek for stunning mountain views, ethnic villages, and easy trails. Perfect for all fitness levels.
Embark on a 3-day Ghorepani Poon Hill trek for stunning mountain views, ethnic villages, and easy trails. Perfect for all fitness levels.
Pokhara to Tikhedhunga/Ulleri
Naya Pul - Early Morning: Depart from Pokhara to Nayapul by private vehicle, which takes about 1 to 1.5 hours. The trek officially starts from Nayapul.
Trek Start: Begin the trek from Nayapul to Tikhedhunga or Ulleri. This portion of the trek involves a gentle walk through forested paths and alongside streams, with…
Pokhara to Tikhedhunga/Ulleri
Naya Pul - Early Morning: Depart from Pokhara to Nayapul by private vehicle, which takes about 1 to 1.5 hours. The trek officially starts from Nayapul.
Trek Start: Begin the trek from Nayapul to Tikhedhunga or Ulleri. This portion of the trek involves a gentle walk through forested paths and alongside streams, with some sections of uphill walking, especially as you approach Ulleri. The trek to Tikhedhunga takes about 4-5 hours, while reaching Ulleri might add an additional 1-2 hours of trekking, depending on your pace.
Overnight: Stay overnight in a teahouse at Tikhedhunga or Ulleri, where you can rest and prepare for the next day’s ascent.
Ulleri - Begin the trek from Nayapul to Tikhedhunga or Ulleri. This portion of the trek involves a gentle walk through forested paths and alongside streams, with some sections of uphill walking, especially as you approach Ulleri. The trek to Tikhedhunga takes about 4-5 hours, while reaching Ulleri might add an additional 1-2 hours of trekking, depending on your pace.
Day 2: Tikhedhunga/Ulleri to Ghorepani
Ghorepani - Morning: After breakfast, begin the trek towards Ghorepani. This section is known for its stone staircases and the beautiful rhododendron forests, especially vivid during the spring bloom.
Trek Duration: Expect to trek for about 5-6 hours, gradually ascending to the elevation of Ghorepani, which sits at an altitude of approximately 2,840 meters (9,318 feet).
Ghorepani: Upon arrival, you’ll have the opportunity to explore the village, enjoy the local hospitality, and prepare for the early morning hike to Poon Hill the following day. Ghorepani is a welcoming village with panoramic views of the surrounding mountains.
Overnight: Stay in a teahouse at Ghorepani.
Day 3: Ghorepani to Poon Hill and Back to Pokhara
Poon Hill - Early Morning: Wake up early (pre-dawn) and hike to Poon Hill (about 45 minutes to 1 hour) to catch the sunrise over the Annapurna and Dhaulagiri ranges. Poon Hill is at an altitude of 3,210 meters (10,531 feet) and offers one of the most spectacular mountain vistas in the region.
Return to Ghorepani: After enjoying the sunrise and taking photographs, descend back to Ghorepani for breakfast.
Trek Down to Nayapul: Begin your descent back to Nayapul. This will take approximately 5-6 hours, retracing your steps through the beautiful landscapes and villages.
Drive Back to Pokhara: From Nayapul, take a private vehicle back to Pokhara, marking the end of your memorable 2 nights and 3 days Ghorepani Poon Hill trek.
Nayapul Trekking Starting Point - Trek starting and ending point
Pokhara - Drive back to Pokhara from Ulleri by local bus. It takes about 3 hours to arrive Pokhara from Ulleri.
- Licensed English-speaking guide
- Teahouse accommodation during the trek
- Breakfast, lunch, and dinner
- Private vehicle from Pokhara to Nayapul and bus from Ulleri to Pokhara
- All required trekking permits (TIMs card and Annapurna Conservation Area Permit)
- Licensed English-speaking guide
- Teahouse accommodation during the trek
- Breakfast, lunch, and dinner
- Private vehicle from Pokhara to Nayapul and bus from Ulleri to Pokhara
- All required trekking permits (TIMs card and Annapurna Conservation Area Permit)
- All other expenses not in the inclusion
- All other expenses not in the inclusion
The Ghorepani Poon Hill trek is a popular short trek in the Annapurna region of Nepal, known for its breathtaking mountain views, beautiful ethnic villages, and relatively easy trails that make it suitable for most fitness levels. This 2 nights and 3 days itinerary is designed for trekkers who are starting and ending their journey in Pokhara, offering a compact yet immersive experience into the heart of the Himalayas.
The Ghorepani Poon Hill trek is a popular short trek in the Annapurna region of Nepal, known for its breathtaking mountain views, beautiful ethnic villages, and relatively easy trails that make it suitable for most fitness levels. This 2 nights and 3 days itinerary is designed for trekkers who are starting and ending their journey in Pokhara, offering a compact yet immersive experience into the heart of the Himalayas.
If you cancel at least 3 full day(s) before the scheduled departure time, you will receive a full refund.
If you cancel within 3 day(s) of the scheduled departure, you will receive a 0% refund.
If you cancel at least 3 full day(s) before the scheduled departure time, you will receive a full refund.
If you cancel within 3 day(s) of the scheduled departure, you will receive a 0% refund.