"Ghorepani Poon Hill Trekking Adventure: A Himalayan Dream"

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Trip Details: Ghorepani Poon Hill Trek – 10 Days Resurgence Travel

Overview of the Ghorepani Poon Hill Trek

Ghorepani Poon Hill Trek is a popular and relatively short adventure, spanning less than a week. It offers captivating walks through enchanting forests of rhododendrons, pines, and fir trees, with continuous views of snow-capped peaks.

This trek allows you to savor breathtaking scenery in the proximity of the Annapurna Himalayas. Firstly, It’s a perfect short Himalayan getaway suitable for people of all ages, offering an opportunity to immerse in local culture while taking in the stunning Annapurna mountain range.

Starting Point Pokhara

The journey begins with a short drive from the picturesque city of Pokhara, a renowned tourist destination nestled amidst snow-capped mountains and pristine lakes. You’ll start your trek from the charming village of Bhirethati, walking uphill and enjoying views of waterfalls and rural farming communities.

Highlights:

Daily Walks with Dramatic Landscape Changes
Views of Bhirethati and Tirkhedhunga Waterfalls
Exploring Traditional Hill Villages
Trekking Through Beautiful Forests
Mesmerizing Sunrise Views

Ascend through a mesmerizing forest of rhododendrons and pine trees, reaching Ghorepani village, a delightful settlement amidst a forested backdrop.

The following morning, embark on a one-hour hike to the famed Poon Hill summit, offering panoramic views of the sunrise over the world’s three highest mountain ranges, including Dhaulagiri, Annapurna, and Manaslu, as well as the iconic Machhapuchare peak.

Continue your adventure by heading uphill to Deurali, followed by a descent and ascent to Tadapani. Throughout the trek, you’ll enjoy consistent vistas of the Annapurna Himalayas.Reach Ghandruk, a sizable Gurung village known for its rich culture and customs.

It serves as the gateway to various trekking destinations in the Annapurna region.The trek concludes in Ghandruk, and a few hours’ drive will take you back to Pokhara.

Advantages of Booking with Resurgence Travel

Private Vehicle Transportation
First-Aid Kit and Trekking Gear
Emergency Evacuation Arrangements
Health Monitoring with Oximeter
Sim Cards for Travelers

Best Seasons for Trekking

Spring Season (March to May)
Autumn and Pre-Winter Seasons (September to December)

Autumn and pre-winter provide excellent views and clear days, but with shorter daylight hours and occasional snowfall, especially in the morning and nighttime, accompanied by wind-chill.

Climate: Nepal experiences four distinct seasons, including spring, summer, autumn/fall, and winter. Travelers can explore Nepal year-round, but high-altitude treks are best undertaken during certain seasons. The country boasts diverse flora and fauna, making it a paradise for naturalists and botanists.

Local Culture and Religion: Nepal boasts over 60 ethnic groups and 70 native languages, with a blend of Hinduism and Buddhism. While Hinduism dominates the lowlands and mid-hills, the high mountainous regions are primarily populated by Buddhism followers, akin to Tibetan culture and customs. The Annapurna region features a mix of Hindu and Buddhist cultures, with Gurung and Magar ethnic groups.

Climate and Weather: The Himalayan climate can be unpredictable, even during the best seasons. Spring and autumn offer the most favorable trekking conditions. Spring brings vibrant wildflowers, especially rhododendrons, while autumn provides clear skies but shorter days with occasional snowfall and chilly mornings and nights.

Accommodations and Food: During the Annapurna Ghorepani Poon Hill Trek, you’ll stay in the best available local lodges and comfortable hotels in Kathmandu and Pokhara. The lodges offer a variety of meals, including Nepalese Dal-Bhat, Continental, Chinese, Tibetan, and Indian cuisine, all prepared hygienically and served in warm dining halls.

Emergency Contacts: For your safety, it’s essential to provide emergency contact information to Trekking Planner Nepal. Immediate assistance, whether medical or unforeseen, is crucial in case of emergencies. Helicopter services are available for swift evacuation to Kathmandu if needed.

Altitude and Health

Minimal Altitude Issues

Altitude-related issues are minimal on this trek, as the elevation gain is gradual, and the majority of the trek occurs at lower altitudes.

Emergency Evacuation Procedures

Nepal offers quick helicopter evacuation services in emergencies, but it’s vital to have comprehensive insurance that covers medical emergencies and helicopter transportation.

Travel and Medical Insurance: Travelers to Nepal must have travel and medical insurance to safeguard against accidents and illnesses. This coverage includes helicopter rescue services to nearby hospitals if necessary.

Age Requirements: The Ghorepani Poon Hill Trek welcomes participants aged 18 to 70, including children above 5 years old. Families with younger children may require a back carrier and additional guide support during the trek.

Safe Drinking Water: All drinking water is safe when boiled and filtered. Your guide will ensure the safety of the drinking water throughout the trek.

Important Notes:

This trip is available year-round.
The itinerary is customizable.
Group and private bookings are both possible.
Budget adjustments can be made.
Online booking and payment are accepted.

Outline Itinerary for Annapurna Ghorepani Poon Hill Trek:

Arrival in Kathmandu, transfer to hotel.
Cultural and historical sightseeing tour and trek preparation.
Fly or drive to Pokhara.
Drive and trek to Tirkhedhunga.
Trek to Ghorepani village via Ulleri.
Hike to Poon Hill and trek to Tadapani.
Trek to Ghandruk village.
Trek to road-head and drive to Pokhara.
Drive back to Kathmandu, transfer to hotel.
Depart from Kathmandu for international departure.

Additional information

Physicality	Beginner- Intermediate

Our standard 10-day itinerary offers a framework for your Ghorepani Poon Hill Trek, but we understand that individual physical fitness and conditions on the trail can vary. Therefore, some days may feature shorter or longer walks based on your preferences and capabilities. Additionally, overnight stops might be adjusted to accommodate available rooms and facilities.

We prioritize your safety, so in the event of adverse weather conditions, landslides, or any unforeseen challenges during the trek, our experienced leader and head guides hold the authority to modify the itinerary. Your well-being is our top priority, and we will make necessary adjustments to ensure a safe and enjoyable trekking experience with Trekking Planner.

Day 1 : Arrival in Kathmandu 1,350 m / 4,430 feet and transfer to hotel.

On arrival in Kathmandu from respective country at the Nepal International Airport. Trekking Planner staff, guide receives you for short drive to the hotels at Thamel, in the heart of Kathmandu city. An exciting location, one can find all needful items with fancy shops and well stocked stores. Having world class restaurants and hotels. On reaching at the hotel, check into your rooms after a refreshing rest join with other members of the group. The briefing is held at meeting place in the hotel lobby or in a conference room. The guide and leader will provides with full information of the treks, tours with other necessary details. Making your stay in Nepal enjoyable and more interesting. Evening a group welcome dinner in an authentic Nepalese restaurant in the harmony of local folk cultural program.

Day 2 : Cultural and Historical sightseeing tour and trek preparation.

Enjoy second day in Kathmandu, morning our tour will take you around places of great historical, and religious interest. An introduction to Nepalese cultures of both Hindu and Buddhism. Visiting various exciting areas, most places are listed in world heritage, tour includes famous old Durbar Square and palace courtyard. From here a short drive to Swayambhunath Stupa, the oldest monuments of more than 2,600 years old history. Includes tour of Bouddhanath a large dome stupa, allows you to get taste of Tibetan and Buddhism culture. As well visit of holy Pashupatinath Hindu temple. After a wonderful and exciting tour back to hotel with free leisure afternoon and preparation for Ghorepani Poon Hill Trekking.

Day 3 : Fly or drive to Pokhara.

Having early breakfast transfer in a vehicle as per the size of a group. Board on a spacious and comfortable coach or bus for exciting drive to Pokhara. Drive heads beyond Kathmandu valley on main busy highway of Nepal that connects all parts of the country. The journey continues heading Mid-West to Pokhara. One of the most beautiful city and probably in the world, located on close shadow of high Annapurna Himalaya range.On reaching Pokhara transfer into a nice lovely hotel, close to Phewa Lake.(Options by air to Pokhara from Kathmandu, a scenic flight of 30 minutes).

Day 4 : Drive to Nayapul and trek to Tikhedhunga.

After breakfast with views of Annapurna Himalayas, morning a short drive of few hours to the starting point of trek. As drive heads beyond Pokhara valley to Nayapul town and at lovely Bhirethati village. From here walk starts heading past farm village facing views of cascading waterfalls, then trail follows with short climb. Walk through smaller farm villages then finally ending the day walk at Tikhedhunga for overnight. In the comfort of a nice local lodge, close within beautiful waterfalls.

Day 5 : Trek to Ghorepani village.

Morning be prepared for the big day to Ghorepani, our major destinations. Start the morning walk crossing a bridge next to waterfall, as climb leads on stone steps to Ulleri village. Facing views of Annapurna South and Machhapuchare Himal the Fish Tail peak. Ulleri a moderate size village on top of a high ridge, with typical traditional houses with stone slate roofs. From Ulleri walk gets much better on a winding uphill path through cool shade of rhododendron and pine forest. As the day ends reaching Ghorepani for overnight stop, situated at the base of high Poon Hill. Ghorepani with many good lodges facing views of Dhaulagiri Himalaya range, amidst beautiful rhododendron forest.

Day 6 : Hike to Poon Hill and trek to Tadapani.

An early morning hike before breakfast to catch the sunrise, an hour hike up to Poon Hill. The highest point of the adventure at 3,210 m high, on reaching the top at Poon Hill. Just in time to enjoy striking sunrise reflecting over range of snow peaks from Dhaulagiri, Annapurna to Manaslu Himalayas. Includes majestic views of Machhapuchare Himal, the famous Fish Tail peak. After an enjoyable moment facing amazing panorama, walk down to Ghorepani for breakfast. Leaving Ghorepani with steep climb up to Deurali, almost at the same height of Poon Hill. Enjoy the grand view of Dhaulagiri Himal range, and then head downhill into a gorge to Bhanthati for lunch stop.Having lunch, afternoon a short descend into dense forested path and then uphill for an hour to Tadapani. A small settlement with many nice lodges for overnight stop. Located amidst beautiful forest surrounding with grand views of Annapurna South and Machhapuchare Himal.

Day 7 : Trek to Ghandruk village.

Today a short day walk till lunch time to Ghandruk village, morning enjoy the grand view of Annapurna peaks. Start the walk through beautiful forest on a nice gradual path, reaching a small settlement Bhaise-Kharka. From here descent to a stream, and then on winding gradual path. As downhill continues reaching Ghandruk village for lunch and overnight stop. Ghandruk, a large Gurung village and the gateway to various adventure around Annapurna region. At Ghandruk explore the village and interact with the local and observe the typical farm life and culture. Visit the small museum with good information of the Annapurna region and of Gurung tradition heritage.

Day 8 : Trek to road-head and drive to Pokhara.

Last day walk of the lovely trekking, from Ghandruk enjoy breakfast with views of Annapurna peaks. Morning down to a small village of Kimche surrounded by terraced farm fields, walk further down to a road-head. From here drive back to Pokhara for last overnight around Nepal Mid-West and Annapurna Himalaya.

Day 9 : Drive back to Kathmandu and transfer to hotel.

Depart from the hotel in Pokhara, having good breakfast then an interesting drive of more than six hours to Kathmandu. Drive follows on the same main highway along the Trisuli River for some hours. Few hours before Kathmandu, the drive climbs on a winding uphill road to enter Kathmandu valley. Then ending the exciting overland journey reaching the hotel. After a marvelous experience on Ghorepani Poon Hill Trek around Annapurna Himalayas.

Day 10 : Depart Kathmandu for international departure.

After a great experience around high green hills of Annapurna Himalaya, with exciting experience on Ghorepani Poon Hill Trekking. Depart from the hotel for final departure homeward bound or to respective destinations.

What’s Included

All airport pick up drop by private vehicle (for both international and domestic flights).
Welcome dinner in an authentic restaurant.
03 night twin/double sharing accommodation in BB in Kathmandu.
Guided sightseeing tours in Kathmandu with private vehicle.
Kathmandu to Pokhara to Kathmandu by tourist bus.
National Park entrance fee and Trekkers’ Information Management System( TIMS card).
A highly experience, helpful, knowledgeable, friendly, English speaking, well-trained, Government license holding guide. Price includes his salary, food, drinks, accommodation, transport and insurance.
02 guest to 01 porter with their insurance, salary, food, accommodation and equipment.
We provide an assistant guide his salary, food, drinks, accommodation, transport and insurance walking with group to support where necessary as per the group size.
Accommodation in the mountain during the trekking.
Three meals a day; breakfast, lunch and dinner and tea/coffee during the trekking.
First add kit box.
Trekking Planner’s sleeping bag, down jackets, T-shirt, cap, duffle bags, city and trekking route maps – if necessary.
Arrangement of emergency evacuation service (should have insurance for emergency evacuation and will be paid by your travel insurance company).
Oxymeter to check your pulse and oxygen saturation and heart rate twice daily during the trek (very useful to check Altitude Mountain Sickness(AMS) symptoms). This helps ensure your trek is in the safest hands possible.
All applicable government and local taxes per the itinerary.

What’s Excluded

Your Nepal Visa fees (should bring small accurate fees in USD and 02 passport size photos).
All the International air fare to and from Kathmandu (no need to pay departure tax for international flight).
Lunch and dinner in Kathmandu.
Personal travel and health insurance as well as insurance for helicopter evacuation.
In case of extra nights’ accommodation, lunch and dinner in city due to early arrival and late departure as well as early back/return from mountain/trekking (due to any reason) than the given time period of itinerary. We can help you arrange extra nights accommodation.
Your personal expenses such as (laundry, baggage charge, phone calls, battery recharge, bar and beverage bill, boiled or bottle water, hot and cold shower, extra porter.. etc).
The tips to the trekking crews and drive.
Extra expenses due to flight delays, strikes, weather condition or any event out of our control.

Q1. Where is Ghorepani Poon Hill located?

Ghorepani is a village and Poon hill is a hill located in the north central Nepal hills. The entire massif and surrounding area are protected Annapurna Conservation Area Project.

Q2. What essential documents do I need to bring with me on Ghorepani-Poon Hill Trek?

Valid passport – must be valid for up to 6 months after you return from your tour, keep a separate photocopy with your Nepal visa. Travel insurance: keep a separate photocopy with you. Cash and Traveler’s Checks: keep numbers and proof of purchase separate. Emergency contact numbers for T/C’s, banks, insurance, family contacts.

Q3. Can you provide me more information about the teahouses on Ghorepani-Poon Hill trek?

Based on location, the tea houses vary on their quality and style on this trek. Each of them have communal room downstairs with one or two bed bedrooms above them. You have to share toilet facilities. Some have hot shower facilities but some will have a stand pipe. Tea houses use a burning stove in main communal area. The other rooms are unheated. Tea houses do not have money exchange facilities. We recommend you exchange cash in Kathmandu. At the lower altitudes there is electricity to charge your electronics. As we go higher tea houses become more basic. Cooler temperatures drain battery life, ensure your batteries last a little longer by putting it inside pocket of your coat during the day or under your pillow at night.

Q4. How fit do I have to be for Ghorepani-Poon Hill Trekking?

Ghorepani Poonhill trek is considered as easy trek. However, you are still going up and down each day. You must be healthy and fit and be able to walk a minimum 4-5 hours each day.

Q5. How many guides and porters will be there in our group?

A group will have a group leader or a guide who will lead you on the trek. Porters will be there to carry your baggage packs as well as all camping gear. One porter will carry two trekkers’ bags. The number of supporting staff will depend upon your group size.

Q6. How many liters of water do I need to carry each day on the Ghorepani-Poon Hill Trek?

At most, 3-4 liters is sufficient. You will be able to refill bottles at lunch time. When you are at high altitude you have to drink more water to alleviate symptoms of altitude.

Q7. Is bottled water available everywhere along the Ghorepani-Poon Hill Trekking Route?

Tea houses and other small shops on the way have stores which sell bottled water and other supplies you may desire. There are no any plastic recycling facilities in Nepal, we encourage you to bring chlorine tablets or a filter and use previously boiled water in the tea houses. Yes, trekking poles make you easy to walk over rough or steep terrain. Trekking poles makes your body and leg to move more safely. Furthermore, it will help relieve the stress on your legs. So, we suggest you use them.

Q8. Do I need to bring iodine tablets for purifying water?

You have to bring iodine tablets with you. Chlorine tablets are widely available. The most effective and commonly used version of chlorine is chlorine dioxide, which is tasteless and odorless. Tablets can be bought cheaply and usually 1 tablet is sufficient to purify 1 liter of water. Neutralizing tablets can also be bought to get rid of the smell and taste of chlorine or iodine. This will need to be done for water obtained using hand pumps or in streams during the trek.

Q9. What are the effects of going so high?

Altitude produces physical changes in the body. The higher you go, more pronounced those changes. If you gain a lot of elevation quickly then you experience dizziness, nausea, headaches, and dehydration, you are probably suffering from altitude sickness. In rare cases this may worsen, so the group leader keeps a close watch on all trekkers. The group leader is trained to recognize Acute Mountain Sickness (AMS). If a trekker shows any signs of AMS they will be evacuated to a lower, safe altitude immediately. To minimize effects of altitude you ascend slowly which allows for safe acclimatization.

Q10. Would you recommend taking a Down Jacket?

The weather is changeable in the Himalaya so you should expect to experience all four seasons in one day. Make sure you have plenty of warm layers which you can shed or add as required. Even in winter it can be as warm as 19C during the day. The higher the altitude the higher the temperature difference is at night. It can get very cold at night, around -10C in October/November, and around -20C from December to February.

Q11. Is alcohol permitted on Ghorepani-Poon Hill Trekking Route?

Alcohol is consumed in Nepal. You can buy it in tea houses in the trek. Local alcohol is also available. However, we suggest not to drink alcohol at high altitude.

Q12. What kind of weather can we expect during Ghorepani-Poon Hill Trekking Route?

Mountain weather is difficult to predict. However, at night it is generally cooler and the days are generally warm. Winter (January and February) will be colder but the days can be warm if the sun is out. There will be bit of snow during the month of January, February and December. It is also important to make sure that you can stay warm and dry in just about any conditions.