Arrival in Kathmandu (1350m)
A private cab/jeep will pick up you from airport & transfer to the hotel. Stay overnight at hotel.
Ponhill & Ghorepani Trek
Annapurna, Gandaki, Nepal
Duration
8 days 9 nightsTour Type
Trekking NepalMin Travelers
1 PeopleMaximum Travelers
16 PeopleOverview
Ponhill & Ghorepani trek is one of the popular short trails in Nepal. It is located in western development region of Nepal. There are two high mountains above 8000m Mt. Dhaulagiri & Mt. Annapurna including several other mountains & peaks. The trek begins from Nayapul & cross the beautiful villages like Tikhedhunga, Uleeri, Ghorepani, Tadapani , Ghandruk, etc. You will experiment beautiful mountains like Machhapuchre, Annapurna south, Tukucha, Dhauligiri, Annapurna I etc. from your closer. The trek offers a mix of cultural experience & natural beauty.
TREK HIGHLIGHTS:
- A breathetaking sunrise view from Poonhill .( close-up view of Dhaulagiri range & Annapurna range.)
- Exploration of Gurung culture & settlements in village like Ghandruk.
- visit through stunning rhododendron & bamboo forests.
- Experiment suspension bridge, Waterfalls & mountain river.
- Witness variety of vegetations from tropical forest to sub- alpine.
Things you need to bring:
Clothing:
- Warm fleece
- (Gore-Tex) jacket /windproof
- Lightweight T-shirts
- Trekking paints
- Moisture- wicking underwear
- Warm wool & regular socks
- Footwear
- Trekking boots
- Camp shoes/slippers
ACCESSORIES:
- Sunglasses (UV-protection)
- Warm hat & Buff
- Gloves inner liners + insulated outer gloves
- Power Bank (solar optional)
Gear:
- Backpack
- Trekking Poles
- Headtorch
- Water Bottles
- Water purification tablets
Note: You can rent sleeping bag (optional) & down Jackets in Kathmandu. However, you'll need to purchase other clothing & gears.
Included
- Airport pickup & drop in private vehicle.
- Hotel accommodation with breakfast in Kathmandu.
- Kathmandu to Pokhara & Pokhara to Kathmandu on a tourist bus.
- B & B plan accommodation in Pokhara (Bed & Breakfast).
- Pokhara to Nayapul & Ghandruk to Pokhara by private jeep.
- An experienced & registered guide with insurance, salary & accommodation.
- All permits & paper works.
- 3 meals a day: breakfast, lunch & dinner during the trek. Accommodation in teahouse twin sharing (private room /shared bathroom).
- Seasonal fruits/Juice every evening.
- Government tax & company service charge.
- Well trained guide with First Aid kits.
- Assistant guides including their salary, transportation, meal, accommodation & Insurance.
- Free Map & El Paso T-Shirt.
- Porters throughout the trek. (1 porter will carry 2 trekkers baggage) including salary, food, accommodation & transportation.
- A certificate of achievement can be prepared (only if requested).
Excluded
- Overseas airfare & visa fees ($30 for 15 days, $50 for 30 days & $ 125 for 90 days.).
- Lunch & Dinner cost in Kathmandu & Pokhara during stay.
- Beverage & Deserts.
- Extra Porter & activities outside the itinerary.
- Extra fees & tickets during the trek.
- Personal health insurance & evacuation by Heli if needed.
- Hot shower, WIFI/ battery charge etc.
- Extra cost cause by natural disaster, flight delay, early arrival or health issue etc.
- Tips for Guide/Porter
Meeting And Pickup
Arrival Point
Kathmandu(Arrive in Time)
Start Time
07:30AM(in the Morning)
Destination Point
Poonhill(Return Back from Location)
Itinerary Details
Please check the itenary details provided below as per day.
1
2
Kathmandu to Pokhara (800m)
The distance from Kathmandu to Pokhara is 200Km which takes around 7-8 hours’ drive in a tourist bus. Following a major rives like Trishuli & Marshyangdhi we see the scienic view of the villages & small towns. Stay overnight at hotel.
3
Pokhara to Tikhedhunga (1570m)
We drive toward Nayapul from Pokhara after breakfast & continue trek to Tikhedhunga (1570m). We walk slow & steady for like 4-5 hours crossing some beautiful villages like Birethanti, Hile, etc. This is our first day so we don't push too far too hard & stay overnight at Tikhedhunga relaxing on waterfalls Stay overnight at lodge/Guesthouse
4
Tikhedhunga to Ghorepani (2860m)
It takes 6-7 hours to reach Ghorepani (2860m) from Tikhedhunga including rests & lunch. The distance is approx. 12 Km from Tikhedhunga to Ghorepani. The trail is steep ascent until Ulleri apart from Ulleri there’s a gradual ascent. Overall, the trail is full of glory as you will witness dense rhododendron & oak forests with some beautiful teahouses. Stay overnight at lodge/Guesthouse
5
Ghorepani to Tadapani (2630m) via Poonhill (3210m)
Wake up early in the morning, we hike toward Poon hill (3210m) carriying head torch/lamp in order to catch sunrise view from the top. It takes 1 hour to reach the top & 45 minnutes back. We continue trek toward Tadapani after having breakfast at Ghorepani. We cross the beautiful villages like Deurali, Banthanti etc watching species of birds flying including golden eagle near Deurali.(depends on whether). The total walk hour for the day will be 6-7 hours. Stay overnight at lodge/Guesthouse.
6
Tadapani to Ghandruk (2000m)
It takes 6-7 hours to reach Ghandruk (2000m) from Tadapani. The trail is mix with the ascents & descents, a beautiful dense oak & rhododendron forest until Ghandruk. You will see some vegetation /cultivation at Bhaisi Kharka village & an astonishing settlement of Ghandruk village. In your front there will be stunning view of Mt. Machhapuchre, Mt. Annapurna south & Mt. Himchuli. Stay overnight at lodge/Guesthouse.
7
Ghandruk to Pokhara via Nayapul
The distance between Ghandruk to Pokhara is 60 Km & It will carry around 4 Hours in a jeep Stay overnight at hotel.
8
Drive to Kathmandu
Drive to Kathmandu
9
Departure
Departure
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