Ghorepani Poon Hill Sunrise Trek 7 Days

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Trip Information
  • Trip Duration7 Days
  • DestinationNepal
  • Trip Grade Easy
  • Starts Kathmandu
  • Ends Kathmandu
  • Activities Easy Trekking
  • Max. Altitude 3,210 m
  • Group Size Min 1 Pax
  • Best Time Sep–Dec, March–May
Highlights
  • Best Available Accommodation in Kathmandu and Pokhara
  • Flight from Kathmandu to Pokhara and Back after the trek
  • Visiting the lake city Pokhara
  • Explore Local villages and Lifestyle on the way
  • Visit Ghandruk, a Gurung Heritage village
  • Experience unique Himalayan culture with Gurung and Magar traditional villages
  • Sunrise view of the Himalayan range from Poon Hill
  • Travel to the most popular sunrise and mountain viewpoint of Nepal
  • Stay in the beautiful villages of Ulleri, Ghorepani, and Tadapani

Ghorepani Poon Hill Sunrise Trek 7 Days is one of the most popular short trek in Annapurna foothills. It is fascinating trek in the Himalayan region that meander through the beautiful ethnic villages. This trek is regarded best for beginners as the walking trails are well defined and not much demanding. It leads to short hiking around rolling green hills of Annapurna Himalaya range. On these 7 Days journey including 4 days hike to Poon Hill, one of best well known viewpoints for mountains and sunrise. These trip is ideal and suitable for all type of people from young to elderly as well for family, university groups, and honeymoon couples.

Ghorepani Poon Hill Sunrise Trek trail caters splendiferous beauty, mesmerizing vistas and a route that perfectly suits for anyone with good health. Get close to some of the world’s highest peak in Annapurna Region within one week in Nepal, by heading straight to the trails after arrival in Kathmandu. At 3,210 meters, from Poon Hill get best sunrise view along with snowy rugged Annapurna, Fishtail, and Dhaulagiri Himalaya range will worth every grueling step you took to get there! Grab a cup of tea and enjoy the rising sun casts golden light on the mounatins peaks. These trip is not only about the Himalayan Peaks along the trail you will pass through rhododendron forests, magnificent waterfalls, villages settlement of Gurung and Magar communities, and green forests.

These trip can be done throughout the year but, Spring season in the month of March, April, May and Autumn in the month of October, November and December are best months for these easy Poon Hill sunrise teahouse trekking.

During the trip you will be accommodate in 3 star hotel in cities of Kathmandu Pokhara and best available Standard lodges during the trek. Hotels Kathmandu and Pokhara are centrally located and feature well-appointed rooms, fine dining restaurant, bar, café, spa, swimming pool etc. While on the trekking trail you will be accommodated in Standard teahouses run by the local families. In cities breakfast are included while for the Lunch and Dinner you can find different restaurants serving international and local dishes. In the trekking, Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner will be served. At the end, Aspiration Adventure hosts Farewell dinners at finest cultural restaurant with cultural show as complimentary in Kathmandu.

Looking to experience trekking in Nepal but do not have enough time for Annapurna Base Camp Trek, Annapurna Circuit Trek then, these 7 Days Ghorepani Poonhill Trek is great alternative for you. Join us on this trip to experience the Himalayas view. If you want to explore more of please let us know we can organize your trip different parts of Nepal, Bhutan and Tibet. We have a range of aad on option itineraries to Chitwan Jungle Safari, Bardia Jungle Safari Tour, Short Everest View Trek, and more popularly covering the both Annapurna and Everest Trek within 18 Days.

We know that before a trip like this you will understandably have a lot of questions and want to go through and want to go through best trekking company. We are flexible to make customization or to provide any further information regarding trip. For Quick Information and Instant Booking Send us Inquiry, Please Call us at +977 9813665337 (Anjan) 24 hours available on WhatsApp, Viber or send us email. We are here for your assistance to fulfill your desire. It is unique trekking itinerary that offers amazing experience in Himalayas and guarantee to worth every penny.

Itinerary
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Upon you arrival at Tribhuvan International Airport in Kathmandu, Nepal meet Aspiration Adventure representative and transferred to hotel. Take rest and get refreshed. Later on, There will be a Pre-trip meeting, so make sure to ask all the questions. You can take this opportunity to hire or buy any trekking equipment at market or explore the tourist colorful market Thamel. Overnight at hotel in Kathmandu.

  • Max. Altitude:1,400m/4,593ft
  • Accommodation:3-Star Hotel in Kathmandu

After Breakfast at Hotel, You will be transfer to domestic airport to catch flight to Pokhara. It is just 30 minutes flight rewarding experience of flying with the clouds with scenic Himalayas and tranquil lake. Upon arrival at Pokhara airport, you board a vehicle and drive to Hile and start our Poonhill sunrise trek. The trail is ascend through the various alpine forest, shurb-lands and villages settlement. Overnight at teahouse in Ulleri.

  • Duration:30 minutes flight; 2:30 hrs drive; 4km- 3-4 hours trek
  • Max. Altitude:1,970m/6,463 ft
  • Meals:Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner
  • Accommodation:Standard Lodge

After breakfast you will continue trek, Ghorepani lies at the height of 2860m and takes approximately 4-5 hours. After a short walk from Ulleri, the trail goes beyond the wonderful forest of Rhododendron and Oak, Passing through the Banthanti and Nangethati will take us to Ghorepani - a gateway to Poon Hill. During winter months, the trail can be covered with snow. Check-In at Lodge then, admire the amazing mountains views of Annapurna and Dhaulagiri range to the north and west with cup of coffee/tea. If you are not too tired you can take opportunity to quick hike to Poon Hill to enjoy a sunset view. Overnight at the teahouse in Ghorepani. (Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner Included)

  • Duration:9km; 4-5 hours trek
  • Max. Altitude:2,874m/9,429ft
  • Meals:Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner
  • Accommodation:Standard Lodge

Today we wake up early in the morning and hike up to Poon Hill to catch the first ray of the sun striking the Annapurna Mountain range. These is best marvelous viewpoint of the trip. It takes about 45 minutes to reach the view point. From the Viewpoint of Poonhill you will catch breathtaking views of Mt. Dhaulagiri, Tukuche Peak, Dhampus Peak, Nilgiri, Annapurna including Mt. Machhapuchare, Hiunchuli, Manaslu, Lamjung and many more. Grab a cup of tea/coffee and enjoy the awe-inspiring views. After, spending enough time we return back to Ghorepani, take breakfast and continue journey to Tadapani. Along the view of Mountains and village settlement. We descend to the Banthanti, then turn off to Tadapani. Overnight at teahouse in Tadapani. (Breakfast, lunch and dinner included)

  • Duration:9.89km; 5-6 hours trek
  • Max. Altitude:3,210m/10529ft
  • Meals:Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner
  • Accommodation:Standard Lodge

After Breakfast, Begin our trek to Ghandruk, cultural exploration in this village. From Tadapani the trail descends through the forest of Ghandruk(1940m). Today Hike, is a relatively easy downhill and melodious sound of the birds energizes you. It is famous destination where all the Gurung community residing here and home to many Gorkha soldiers. You will be reaching at Ghandruk on Lunch time. Get the views of mountains Annapurna South, Hiunchuli, Gangapurna, Annapurna III and Fishtail. Later on, We descend to Kimchi and catch a vehicle to Pokhara. It is around two hour drive leaving several beautiful landscapes and clear-water rivers. Overnight in Pokhara.

  • Duration:4-5 hours trek, Drive- 2 Hrs 30 mins
  • Meals:Breakfast and Lunch
  • Accommodation:3-Star Hotel in Pokhara

After Breakfast, We will have short sightseeing of Pokhara with boating in Phewa Lake. Flights to Kathmandu offers magnificent views. On reaching Kathmandu transfer to hotel and spend the day at leisure or explore around. You can also walk around the city and do shopping for your loved ones and relatives. In the evening, there will be a Farewell Dinner hosted by Aspiration Adventure at one of the Nepali authentic Nepalese restaurant with cultural show to celebrate the successful trekking.

  • Duration:30 minutes flight
  • Max. Altitude:1,350 m
  • Meals:Breakfast and Farewell Dinner
  • Accommodation:3-Star Hotel in Kathmandu

It's your last day in Nepal! Grab hygenic breakfast, then take last-minute shopping and explore around the market or relax at hotel in Kathmandu. You will be advised and assisted for onward travel arrangements to make sure that you arrive at Airport three hours before your flight departs. Our airport representative will drop you to the airport for your International flight as per your flight schedule. We will exchange our good-byes and now you will be leaving Nepal, armed with all the good memories and unforgettable Experience. We know and hope that you will always remember this trip and after return home tell stories of your amazing experiences in Nepal. If you want to explore more of Nepal or the Himalayan countries Bhutan and Tibet, Please do let us know.

  • Meals:Breakfast

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Cost Details
Cost Includes
  • Airport pick up & drop off by a private vehicle.
  • Twin-sharing accommodation in 4-star hotel in Kathmandu with Breakfast Inclusive
  • Twin-sharing accommodation in 4-star hotel in Pokhara with Breakfast Inclusive
  • Standard Guesthouse (Teahouse) accommodation during the trek
  • All meals (Breakfast, lunch and dinner) during the trek
  • Local Aspiration Adventure Experienced, English-speaking and government-license trekking guide
  • Porter service (2 trekkers: 1 porter)
  • Assistant Trekking Guide (4 trekkers : 1 Asst. guide) for personalized care
  • Food, accommodation, salary, equipment and medicine for all field staff
  • Domestic flights Tciket with airport taxes Kathmandu-Pokhara-Kathmandu
  • All ground transportation by comfortable private vehicle as per the itinerary
  • Short Sightseeing in Pokhara and Kathmandu with Entrance fees inclusive
  • All necessary paperwork and trekking permits (ACAP, TIMS)
  • Farewell dinners at finest cultural restaurant with cultural show
  • All government and local taxes
  • Official expenses
Cost Excludes
  • International flights airfares.
  • Meals not specified in the ‘Meal Inclusions’ in the above itinerary
  • Nepal Visa fee
  • Travel and rescue insurance
  • Personal trekking equipment
  • Extra night hotel accommodation in Kathmandu than the schedule itinerary
  • Personal expenses (phone calls, laundry, bar bills, battery recharge, extra porters, alcoholic, bottle or boiled water, shower, etc.)
  • Tips for trekking staff and driver (tipping is expected)
Useful Information

Best Time To Travel

These trip can be done throughout the year but, Spring (March, April, May) and Autumn (October, November and December) are best months for these trekking.

Flight and Transportation

In these trip, you will be pick up from hotel around 1.5 hours before flight time in morning and drop to Domestic airport with you trekking guide. Upon arrival, you will pick up and transfer to Hile, from where the trek begins! At the end, you may have time to explore around, stroll around city. About 1.5 hours before your flight, you will be pick from hotel and transfer to Airport for flight back to Kathmandu. Upon arrival, you will pick up and transfer to Hotel in Kathmandu.

Entry Permits Requirements

Every trekkers going to Ghorepani Poon Hill Trek require two permits which are 1. Annapurna Conservation Area Project (ACAP) and 2. TIMS (Tourist Information Management System) Card. To get permits, following information and document are required:

  • Passport Copy and Passport sized photos
  • Dates when trek starts and ends
  • Trekking Route Itinerary
  • Entry and exit points of the trekking

Please be noted that, you do not have to pay extra for permit. It is organized and provided in the package by Aspiration Adventure – All of these permit are included in cost.

Physical Condition and Experience Requirements

Ghorepani Poon Hill Sunrise Trek is well known as one of the easiest trek that can be done by any age group and is considered as a family friendly hike as well. The maximum height you will be reaching is 3210 m, which is the poon hill view point. Due to this AMS (Altitude Mountain Sickness) should not be a problem for trekkers.

Accommodation

At Aspiration Adventure, We believe that the accommodation is one of the major factor that enhances your overall travel experience. On this Annapurna Poonhill Sunrise Trek, we we have carefully selected standard accommodation both on trek and in Kathmandu and Pokhara. Enjoy 2 nights’ stay at the standard 3-Star Hotel in Kathmandu and 1 night in Pokhara. Selected hotels are in easy reachable location and feature with well-appointed rooms, fine dining, bar, café, spa, swimming pool etc. On the trek, comfortable teahouses or mountain lodges. All accommodations are on twin sharing basis. However, Single Supplement can be provided upon request at additional cost. Meals on the trail is included, (breakfast, lunch and dinner) will be provided. Breakfast is free at the hotels (Kathmandu and Pokhara) you will be staying at. Aspiration Adventure offers Farewell dinners as complimentary. Love this trip, but feel it too expensive? Please enquiry us, we have the option of using other Hotels to make the package more reasonable. We are flexible and happy to make that trip happen.

Client Reviewstripadvisor
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    Trip of a lifetime

    From planning to the travels all the way to the end Aspiration Adventure Nepal did an excellent job. Very responsive and they truly have your best interest at heart. Anjan and my guide Santos were so wholesome and made this trip an experience of a lifetime. Constant contact to make sure i was alright and of course the program was breathing. So many beautiful activities and views. I can only recommend, especially if you travel alone.

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    Casia PLuxembourg,August 26, 2022
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