Ghorepani Poonhill Trek

Trip Code : ANN-GH-9

Price : US$1841

Destination : Annapurna Region

Duration : 10 Days

Grading : Easy-Moderate

Max Altitude : 3210mm

Activity : Adventure/Trek/ explore Himalaya views, flora, Fauna Phewa Lake.

Starts at : Kathmandu

End at : Kathmandu

Trip Route : Kathmandu, Pokhara, Ghorepani, Ghandruk.

Best Season : Feb to June/Sept to Nov

Offers : 41

Overview

One of the famous trekking routes in Nepal for both - lodge trekking and camping, Ghorepani trek offers a wonderful opportunity to witness the beauty of the Annapurna region in a short span of time. This place is rich with hidden treasure of Nepalese culture and tradition. The trail passes through the villages of Gurung and Magar, home of the famous Gorkha warrior clan, dense rhododendron and oak forests, abundant with diverse bird species, green hills and patchwork valleys. The initial part of the tour is breathtaking. At just about every turn is a tantalizing glimpse of Mt. Fishtail (6,993m,) Annapurna (8,091m) and the Dhaulagiri (8,167) range. On an excursion to Pun Hill one can observe the entire mountain ranges; covered with the red and pink rays of the sun in full bloom at sunset and sunrise. This is a rewarding trek that can be enjoyed by every lover of nature.

Note: If you want more activities such as Annapurna circuit trek or special explore of World cultural heritage site of Kathmandu valley, Chitwan and Lumbini let us know by our email visit2017nepal@gmail.com before your trekking start or After complete your trekking if you have extra time utilization in Nepal.

Trip Highlights

Views Phewa lake
Vibrant and colorful centre hub in the Himalayan lap Pokhara
Magnificent views of the Annapurna range
Staying in mountain tea houses
Gurung, Thakali, Magar villages and gompas
Incredible mountain flight in and out of Pokhara
Barahasikhar, Dhaulagiri, Tukuche & Pisang peak
Views of Annapurna ,II,III,IV,V, Nilgiri, Tilicho, Machhapuchhre(Fish Tail) Annapurna South,
The vibrant, colorful, chaotic city of Kathmandu & Pokhara

Itinerary

Day 1 : Arrival in Kathmandu (1334m/4376ft)

Today is your arrival day in Kathmandu from your home. We welcome to you a small Himalayan Kingdom of Nepal. Our company representatives will receive you at Tribhuwan International Airport, and drop you to your hotel with some important brief for the further preparation of three pass trek. [Overnight at Kathmandu]

Day 2 : Explore Kathmandu

Today we will tour in Kathmandu valley's cultural heritage site, which are enlisted by UNESCO world heritage site in 1979. The Buddhist and Hindu monument of medieval period of creations are worth seeing to know about Nepal. [Overnight in Kathmandu]

Day 3 : Fly to Pokhara (820m/2690ft) 25 minute

Pokhara is one of the most popular tourist destinations and the second most visited city in Nepal. It lies on the shores of lovely Phewa Lake. Three out of the ten highest mountains in the world can be seen from Pokhara (Dhaulagiri, Annapurna, Manasalu). We will be exploring at the city for extra day. International Mountarining Musium, David fall (Pattale Chango), Gupteshowora cave, Gorkha Museum, Gorge Seti river and Tibetan's refugee camp.

Day 4 : Pkohara to Tirkhedhunga (1540m/5052ft) 6hrs

After breakfast, we drive about an hour and a half to Nayapul (48 km.) via the hilly ridges of Lumle. We then walk about 20 minutes to Birethanti, a large and prosperous town. Beyond a pastureland used by pony caravans, the trail reaches Sudame where we have lunch. After lunch we climb steadily up the side of the valley, reaching Hile at 1495m and nearby Tikhedhunga. Along the way, various hamlets offer ample camping possibilities but if Gorepani is the objective for the next day, it is better to push on to Tikhedhunga.

Day 5 : Tikhedhunga to Ghorepani (2860m/9383ft/) 6hrs

Breakfast is served in the morning around 7am. From Tikhedhunga, the trail crosses a stream (BhurungdiKhola) via a suspension bridge and we start the long steep climb to the large Magar village of Ulleri at 2,070m. Above the village, the trail climbs gently through pastures and cultivated fields. And then continues on through magnificent rhododendron and oak forests. Our lunch spot is in NangeThanti. Thanti is a Nepali word meaning “rest hut”. In the winter, the trail can be covered with snow. From NangeThanti, it’s about an hour walk to Ghorepani at 2,848m. We arrive at the top of the Ghorepani.

Day 6 : Ghorepani to Poon Hill and trek Tadapani (2630m/8628ft) 5:30 hrs

We will wake up early in the morning to hike up to the famed vantage point of Poon Hill. It takes about 45 minutes to reach the ridge of Poon Hill (3,210 m). As the sun rises, the views are literally breathtaking, a wide Himalayan panorama stretching from Dhaulagiri (8,167m) - the world's seventh highest peak to Manaslu 8,156m - the world's eighth highest peak, with the mighty Annapurna range in between them. We then return to our camp in time for breakfast. Following breakfast, the first part of our climb is along the ridges of the hills through pine and rhododendron forests. We reach the top at 3,030 meters and then descend to a second pass also called Deurali. The steep descent gradually gives way to a gentle walk as we reach Banthanti where we will stop for lunch. From Banthanti, the trail follows the stream down to a bridge where the trail starts climbing to Tadapani (2, 540m). Along the way the trail offers a brief view of the mountains. Tadapani means “far waters” and possibly the name was picked up as the villager have to go far to fetch drinking water.

Day 7 : Tadapani to Ghandruk (1940m/6364ft) 4hrs

It takes about 5 hours to trek from Tadapani to Ghandruk Village. The Ghandruk trail descends steeply from Tadapani, through forests of different vegetation, predominantly rhododendron. We will stop for lunch at Ghandruk Village, possibly the most beautiful of the Gurung Villages of Annapurna region. From here we can enjoy excellent close-up views of Annapurna South, Machhapurchhe and Himachuli. We can visit famous Gurung Museum.

Day 8 : Ghandruk to Pokhara (820m/2690ft) 5:30 hrs

Four hour descent along the irrigated rice fields and the trail leads all the way down to Modi khola. Following the river we next reach the Birethati check post viewing the beautiful last scene of Machhapuchhre and a walk till new bridge ends the exciting trek. Then, we have one hour drive to Pokhara.

Day 9 : Drive back to Kathmandu (1334m/4376ft) 5hrs

After having Himalaya ecstasy along with scenic views of Mountain and Pokhara city cultures, traditions and its own customs. We drive about 5 hours to Kathmandu via valley Seti river, Marshyandi river and Tirshuli river with rice fields and terrain filed of mountain and finally we reach at Kathmandu. [Overnight at Kathmandu]

Day 9 : Drive back to Kathmandu (1334m/4376ft) 5hrs

Day 10 : Departure to Home

We head to airport approximately 3 hours before your scheduled flight. Our journey and services in Nepal ends from today for this trip, Visit Nepal Treks and Expedition Pvt. Ltd representative will drop you to Airport for your best memorable of glance of Himalayan. Meanwhile, if you have some negative experiences knowingly and unknowingly, we request to you remove it from your mind before leaving Nepal and carry beautiful memories with hope of your good life and prosperity with hope that you have plenty of time to plan your next adventure in the wonderful country of Nepal.

What's included

Accommodation in Kathmandu & Pokhara (3 star hotel)
Accommodation during trek (lodge, tea houses)
Breakfast-Lunch-Dinner (During trek)
National Park/ Permit Fee
English speaking licensed guide
Porter (between two client)
Airfare Kathmandu-Pokhara-Jomsom-Pokhara.
TIMS
Comprehensive medical kit
15 kg luggage allowance

What's not included

Drinks expenses of personal nature
Extra expenses due to nature and unforeseen events
International flights
Visa and permit fees
Travel Insurance
Lunch and dinner while in Kathmandu and Pokhara.
Hard, soft drinks such as Coke, Fanta, and Mineral water, dessert during trek.
Insurance, which can cover Helicopter Rescue incase.
Tips for Nepali staff

Good to Know

Important Note:

Your safety is of paramount concern while traveling with Visit Nepal Treks and Expedition Pvt. Ltd. Please note that our leader and Guide have the authority to amend or cancel any part of the itinerary if it is deemed necessary due to safety concerns. Every effort will be made to keep the above itinerary; however, since this adventure entails travelling in remote mountainous regions, we cannot guarantee that we will not deviate from it. Weather conditions, health condition of a group member, unexpected natural disasters, etc., can all contribute to changes in the itinerary. The Leader and Guide will try to ensure that the trip runs according to plan, but please be prepared to be flexible if required of the conditions. And we highly recommend to all clients to have travel insurance.

Additional Information

Visit Nepal Treks and Expedition Pvt. Ltd. website contains as much information as possible about this trek. However, if you wish to discuss any aspect of this trip or your suitability for it please contact us by email visit2017nepal@gmail.com . If you want to talk to us directly feel free to call us at: 977-9867068415