Poon Hill Trek From Kathmandu - 7 Days

Overview

Day by day itinerary

1. 1Kathmandu (1320m) to Pokhara by drive (914m.)⌄

   We take early tourist bus from Kathmandu to Pokhara (914m.). One can view green hills, beautiful valleys and some mountain views on the way. Pokhara is regarded as tourists’ paradise with full of natural as well as cultural heritage sites such as lakes, caves, temples, etc. One can have pleasure to observe views of Phewa Taal (lake), Annapurna and Dhaulagiri ranges. overnight at Pokhara Hotel.

   Overnight: Overnight at hotel third Pole or similar.

2. 2Pokhara to Tikhedhunga (1577m)⌄

   We start our trek from Nayapul (1050m.). We would drive up to Nayapul from Pokhara. From Nayapul, we would trek to Tikhedhunga (1577 m.) via Birethanti (1065m.) which takes about four and half hours. Overnight at tea house lodge.

   Meals: Breakfast · Lunch · Dinner

   Overnight: Overnight at mountain tea house lodge.

3. 3Tirkhedhunga to Ghorepani (2855m.)⌄

   We trek from Tirkhedhunga to Ghorepani (2675 m.). Today we could ascend down gently passing through Ulleri (2070m.) and Banthanti, Magar villages. On the way, one could see majestic view of Machhapuchhre (6997m.), Huinchuli (6441m.), and Annapurna South (7219m.). Overnight at Ghorepani at tea house lodge.

   Meals: Breakfast · Lunch · Dinner

   Overnight: Overnight at Mountain tea house lodge.

4. 4Ghorepani to Punhill (3180m.) and then to Tadapani (2675m.)⌄

   Today we trek from Ghorepani to Poon Hill (3180m.) and then to Tadapani (2675m.). We cover the distance within five and half hours of normal trek. Early morning, we start our trip to Punhill (3180m.) to enjoy the sunrise view over Mt. Dhaulagiri (8167m.), Tukuche Peak (6920m.), Nilgiri (6940m.), Varaha Shikhar (7847m.), Mt. Annapurna I (8091m.), Annapurna South (7219m.), Annapurna III (7855m.), Machhapuchhre (6993m.), Annapurna IV (7525m.), Annapurna II (7937m.), Lamjung Himal (6931m.) and numerous other snowcapped mountain peaks. Having breakfast at Ghorepani, trek to Tadapani (2650 m.) through the deep forests of rhododendrons, bamboos and oaks. En route, one can observe waterfalls, rocks, wild animals, birds and green valleys. Overnight at Tadapani at tea house lodge.

   Meals: Breakfast · Lunch · Dinner

   Overnight: Overnight at mountain tea house lodge.

5. 5Tadapani (2675m.) to Ghandruk (1950m.)⌄

   Trek from Tadapani (2675m.) to Ghandruk (1950m.). Comparatively, today is the easiest trek of all days. One has to trek through the forests of Rhododendron and oak One could hear soothing chirp of birds on the way. This trek is also offers best alternative for birds lovers. Ghandruk is a big Gurung village. There is a handicraft centre and Gurung museum. From this village you could observe good views of Annapurna South, Hiunchuli, Gangapurna (7455m.), Annapurna III (7755m.) and Fishtail. Ghandruk village is listed in World Heritage Site. Overnight at Ghandruk. In the evening, typical Gurung Cultural program will be organized on demand. At tea house lodge.

   Meals: Breakfast · Lunch · Dinner

   Overnight: Overnight at mountain tea house lodge.

6. 6Ghandruk (1950m.) to nayapul then Pokhara (1990m.)⌄

   Trek from Ghandruk (1950m.) to Nayapul (1990m.). Now the rest of the trail descends gently down to Dhampus passing through Pothana village (1900m.). Then drive back to Pokhara from nayapul Overnight at pokhara hotel.

   Meals: Breakfast · Lunch

   Overnight: Overnight at hotel third Pole or similar

7. 7Pokhara to Kathmandu by drive⌄

   Kathmandu Drive from Pokhara to Kathmandu by private car /flight. After a normal drive of 5-6 hours, we reach Kathmandu. While driving from Pokhara to Kathmandu, we head up to Damauli, Dumre, Muglin and Kurintar where the Nepal's first Cable Car is operated to reach to Manakamana Temple. One can also fly from Pokhara to Kathmandu.

   Meals: Breakfast