Among all the trekking routes, the Ghorepani Poon Hill Trek Nepal stands as one of the most sought-after short trips. Hikers enjoy spectacular panoramas of the Himalayas while getting fully involved with Nepalese culture. The trekking path exists within the…
Overview
Among all the trekking routes, the Ghorepani Poon Hill Trek Nepal stands as one of the most sought-after short trips. Hikers enjoy spectacular panoramas of the Himalayas while getting fully involved with Nepalese culture. The trekking path exists within the…
Itinerary
Cost
The Cost Includes
- Accommodation Twin-sharing/double accommodation in a 3-star hotel for 1 nights in Pokharaincluding breakfast (Private room accommodation can be organized at an extra cost) Best available accommodation Tea house/lodge accommodation during the trek Meals & Drinking Water All your standard meals during the trek 3 meals a day (Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner) in a guest houses A farewell dinner on the last night in Nepal Purified drinking water during the trek using Water Filter or water purification tablets. Transportation Private transportation to and from Kathmandu Airport and your hotel Both-way transportation between Kathmandu and Pokhara on a tourist bus Private transport from Pokhara bus station to your hotel in Lakeside, Pokhara. Both-way private transportation service from Pokhara to Birethanti (trek start) and Syauli Bazaar (trek end) to Pokhara . Guide and Staff Experienced, first-aid trained, government licensed, English speaking, and locally recruited Nomad Adventure’s trekking guide (2 guides for group size more than 7 people) Porters during the trek for carrying luggage (1 porter for every 2 clients) Wages, accommodation, meals, gear, insurance and medications for all staff Medical Assistance Assistance in arranging rescue operations in case of complicated health conditions (funded by travel insurance) Medical kits, including an oximeter to monitor blood oxygen saturation levels in high altitudes Permits Annapurna Conservation Area Permit (ACAP) fee TIMS (Trekkers’ Information Management System) card Benefits and Takeaways Sleeping bags and down jackets, duffle bag (one for every two trekkers) if you do not have your own company’s T-shirt & Cap Trip completion certificate Administrative & Taxes All administrative expenses and government taxes
The Cost Excludes
- Price Excludes Accomodation in kathmandu Lunch and dinner in Kathmandu and Pokhara International flight fare and airport departure tax Nepal Entry Visa (Visa can be acquired easily after your arrival at Tribhuvan International Airport in Kathmandu with a fee of USD 30 for 15 days visa, USD 50 for 30 days visa and USD 125 for 90 days visa) Extra night accommodations in Kathmandu and pokhara due to early arrival or late departure, early return from the trek or other itinerary changes Travel insurance along with high-altitude emergency evacuation coverage Medical check-ups, vaccinations, or medications required for the trek are not included. Any beverages including bottled and boiled water Tips to trekking staff and driver Personal trekking gear and equipment Any expenses other than the Price Include section Personal expenses (shopping, snacks, boiled bottle water, hot (Tea/ Coffee) and cold drinks, hot shower, alcohol, Wi-Fi, telephone call, battery re-charge fee, extra porters, etc Personal clothing and gear
FAQs
The ideal times to visit the region run from <strong>spring </strong>in March through May and <strong>autumn </strong>from September until November. Visitors experience clear weather conditions enabling them to see distant mountain views while also witnessing the rhododendron forest blooms.
Both <strong>Annapurna Conservation Area Permit</strong> (ACAP) and <strong>Trekkers’ Information Management System</strong> (TIMS) card can be obtained from Pokhara or Kathmandu.
This walking trail is suitable for beginners who maintain a good level of fitness because of its <strong>moderate difficulty</strong>. The main difficulty of the journey comes from the steep climb to Ulleri, although climbers do not need any specific technical abilities.
Teahouses along the trail offer <strong>basic rooms</strong> with shared bathrooms. Tea, Nepali <strong>dal bhat</strong>, noodles, soups and pancakes make up the available meal options. Vegetarian options are widely available.
The elevation of Poon Hill stands at <strong>3,210 meters (10,531 feet)</strong> below what defines the altitude sickness risk zone. Trekking participants normally develop proper acclimation, but they must prioritize water consumption for prevention purposes.
A 1.5-hour drive from Pokhara leads to Nayapul or Birethanti from where the trek begins, and you can reach there by using a local bus or private jeep.
Traveling to Annapurna requires trekking boots, together with warm clothing, rain jacket, sunscreen, and water bottle, and snack items. A sleeping bag serves as an additional warmth source when staying in the teahouses.
All ATMs are out of service, so bring enough cash when coming from Pokhara. Despite offering WiFi at some teahouses, visitors should be aware that the internet speeds become slower in higher locations and the connection remains unstable.
A modified itinerary enables this trip, but it is best to do the trek in four days for both relaxation and successful adjustment to the altitude.
