Ghorepani Poon Hill Trek

Ghorepani Poon Hill Trekking

Ghorepani itself is a village in central Nepal, started as a “Goth Camp” which means a place where all the cow sheds were located. The local people didn’t lived there at the time. They lived in a village just below Ghorepani called Khiban. The small village was part of a salt trade route prior to becoming a trekking route like most of the major trails in Nepal.

Ghorepani is located at an elevation of approximately 2874 m (9429ft) within the Annapurna Conservation Area. It is expected (3381 steps in total) a steep climb up the stone stair case from Tikhedhunga. This trek is also known as the Annapurna sunrise trek and it includes the famous challenge at Ulleri where there are more than 3000 stone steps to ascend.

Poon hill trek, also known as the Ghorepani Poon Hill trek, starts from the beautiful town of pokhara, about 200 km north west of Kathmandu. Poon hill is a short trek located on border of Myagdi district and Kaski district in Gandaki province of Nepal at an altitude of 3210 m. It is a hill station overlooking the Annapurna Massif range and Dhaulagiri range. Most people arrive here in the early morning to enjoy the beautiful sunrise views. This lookout is the key viewpoint in the Ghorepani Poon hill trek. You need to hike about one easy hour from the Ghorepani to reach the poon hill, which offers the best mountain views for your life time.

Importantly, Ghorepani Poon Hill Trek is a relatively easy trek compared to other higher-altitude treks in Nepal. This trek is great for all who have limited time but a strong desire to be near high Himalayan peaks. It is one of the quickest and greatest hikes, takes you on beautiful rural treks and provides breathtaking vistas of lofty snow-capped peaks. You will have enough time to see the surrounding hills and towns, explore about their cultures and centuries old traditions.

1) Most Suitable Season

Every season has its own importance and provide different experiences. So, Spring and Autum is full of nature beauty. It's a time to bloom wildflowers, forests are clean and green, environment is romantic with fresh pleasant air, days are longer with moderate temperature, and mornings are beautiful with birds chirping. Spring is suitable for nature lovers. Similarly Winter and Monsoon is suitable for thrilling adventures. 

However, Ghorepani Poon Hill Trekking is a heavenly trekking, where one can enjoy and witness the breathtaking views of sun rise and sun set with stunning natures beauty. Therefore, all the seasons are equally amazing for trekking experiences. We assure here you will lost yourself in the beauty of nature and enjoy the trip through the bottom of your heart.

2) Foods and Accommodations

Dal Bhat is the most common food of Nepalese. You will be serve by boiled rice, fresh vegetable curry and a pickles. Additionally, you can also have noodles, momo, pizza, pasta, hot soup, pancakes, porridge, Tibetan bread etc. During the trip you will be serve with Healthy and organic foods full of nutrients and delicious meals.

The trip routes teahouses provide cozy rooms. The rooms has 2 to 3 small beds with clean mattresses, a pillow, a blankets, attached bathrooms, and the views is spectacular from the rooms of the mountain tea house. Likewise, single rooms are available and they will be provided for a solo female traveler.

3) Travel Insurance

Any trek in Nepal, including Ghorepani poon hill trekking, needs travel insurance. While buying it, read the insurance documentation thoroughly and understand the coverage. We strongly recommend you for travel insurance because it provides financial protection in the event of an unforeseen accident.

4) Guide and Porters

All the trekkers are required to take services from licensed trekking guide and to obtain TIMS card from authorized trekking agencies registered with the government of Nepal.

However, our guides are technically competent and have experienced in safety performance. They always carry essential safety equipment, gear, and first aid kids.