Ghorepani Poonhill Trek

Detail Itinerary

• Day 01 : welcome to Kathmandu for Ghorepani Poonhill trek-1340m(Transfer to hotel) -Hotel

  We are going to welcome you in Nepal for one of most beautiful Ghorepani Poonhill trek. Our driver and Airport guide will pick up you, welcome you and transfer to hotel, you have trek briefing at hotel, free in the afternoon and evening we will host a welcome dinner to you.

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  • Accommodation:Hotel
  • Walking hours: Free day
  • Max. Altitude: 1340 m / 4395 feet

• Day 02 : Full Day sightseeing of KTM Durbar Square, Swoyambhunath, Boudhanath & Patan city, Transfer to Airport and Flight to Pokhara, transfer to Hotel

  After breakfast around 8 am, you will check out your hotel and start your day with sightseeing of major heritage sites of Kathmandu, you will visit 4 major heritage sites in Kathmandu valley and fly to pokhara about 3 pm, 25 min scenic flight to pokhara, transfer to hotel.

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  • Accommodation:Hotel (B/B)
  • Walking hours: 6-8 hrs tour + 25 min flight
  • Max. Altitude: 820 m /2690 ft.

• Day 03 : Drive to Khimche (3.30 min) & Trek to Ghandruk, approx 2 hrs (1940M /6363 ft.)- Lodge (B/L/D)

  Today is first day of Ghorepani poonhill trek and as usual, after Breakfast around 7 am, you will start drive around 8 am to trek start point Khimche which takes about 3.30 min by comfortable jeep and we will do first day of trek to most beautiful small village located at 1940 m named Ghandruk. It is about 2 hrs hike to Ghandruk. afternoon walk around local, village, Ghandruk is one of the very nice gurung villages from where you can see eye catching view of Annapurna South, Himchuli, Annapurna, Fishtail.

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  • Accommodation:Lodge (B/L/D)
  • Walking hours: 1.30 min drive + 5 hrs walk
  • Max. Altitude: 1940M /6363 ft.

• Day 04 : Trek to Tadapani (2630m /8626 ft.), approx 4 hrs- Lodge (B/L/D)

  We will trek to Tadapani today through forest, which is easy 4 hr walk today. we will have lunch here and stay overnight here or you can change your itinerary little bit and can walk to Bhanthanti tonight. If you walk bhanthanti today, it is shorter for tomorrow to ghorepani. but if weather is clear views from Tadapani is much better.

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  • Accommodation:Lodge (B/L/D)
  • Walking hours: 4 hrs walk
  • Max. Altitude: 2630m /8626 ft.

• Day 05 : Trek to Ghorepani (2860m/ 9380ft.), approx 5/6 hrs-Lodge (B/L/D)

  You will walk to ghorepani today, the main village of trek named from this village- Ghorepani. you will enjoy views of Annapurnas, Dhaulagiri, nilgiri and many other mountains. Ghorepani village is connected with 3 trekking trail of Tatopani via Annapurna Circuit trek, Trail from Ulleri and Trail from Tadapani of ABC trek. This is junction of Various Annapurna treks and a hilly village with at least 30 lodges at altitude of 2850m approximately from sea level. Poonhill is another one hour walk up hill from Ghorepani from where you can see 360 degree views of Panoramic Himalayan Vista. Thats why this trek os given name- Ghorepani Poonhill trek, one short and moderate level trek in Annapurna region trekking in Nepal.

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  • Accommodation:Lodge (B/L/D)
  • Walking hours: 5/6 hrs
  • Max. Altitude: 2860m/ 9380ft.

• Day 06 : Trek to Poonhil (3210m) & Trek down to Thikhedunga (1480), 7/8 hrs-Lodge (B/L/D)

  Early morning, around 5 am you have to wake up today and hike up to Poonhill for sunrise views of mountains.. if weather is not clear, it may not necessary to hike up there. if you are lucky and weather is clear, you can have a real mountain views from top of Poonhill( 3210m), this is main reason of trek in this area. The views from Poonhill is spectacular specially sunrise view over than snowy mountains like Dhaulagiri, Annapurna, Nilgiri, fishtail and more.. after hike to Poonhill, you will return to Ghorepani and have breakfast you will walk down to Thikhedunga.

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  • Accommodation:Lodge (B/L/D)
  • Walking hours: 7/8 hrs
  • Max. Altitude: 1480/4855 ft.

• Day 07 : Drive to Pokhara (3-4 hrs). Half day tour of Pokhara City (3 hrs)- Hotel(B/B)

  after breakfast we drive to Pokhara for nearly 3-4 hours or bit more by private jeep. once you arrive in Pokhara, you will check in hotel and enjoy half day sightseeing in Pokhara( 3 hours) and evening free to walk around lakeside, this is last day of Poonhill Ghorepani trek in Pokhara.

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  • Accommodation:Hotel (B/B)
  • Walking hours: 3hrs
  • Max. Altitude: 810 m/ 2690 ft.

• Day 08 : Transfer to Airport & Flight Back to Kathmandu, Transfer to Hotel

  Optional you can do Paragliding in Pokhara or zip flyer( extra cost applicable) and you will drive to Airport and fly to Kathmandu. after landing in Kathmandu, we pick you up again and Transfer to hotel, rest of day is free for last shopping or extra city tour of Patan, Bhaktapur or do sherpa and Nepali cooking class in Kathmandu with dinner( for extra tour or cooking class, contact us for special cost).

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  • Accommodation:Hotel (B/B)
  • Walking hours: 25 min flight
  • Max. Altitude: 1340 m / 4395 feet

• Day 09 : End of Ghorepani Poonhil trek,Departure to Airport and Back to Home.

  Depend on your flight time, you will drive to Airport at least 2.30 hours in advance and we say farewell goodbye for safe flight back home and look forward to welcome you again for another wonderful trek.

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  • Walking hours:
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Whats Included in the trek package?

our trek package includes all 3 meals a day including tea/coffee or other hot drinks, best selected lodge accommodation including attached bathroom (where available) with hot shower or non-attached bathroom (where not available) with hot showers for entire trek, at least 3-star category hotel in city with breakfast, guide, porter, trek permits, city tour entrance fees, city tour guide, All Airport transfers, domestic flights, it means most of expenses are included in given cost package.

Whats not Included in the trek package?

 our package does not include Nepal visa, it cost USD 30 for a month-long visa, Lunch & Dinner in city (breakfast is included), any bottled/boiled drinking water, battery charges for camera/laptop/mobile, internet, any type of bottled drinks such as alcoholic, soft drinks (cola, canned juice), laundry, personal expenses, travel insurance, tipping for guide and porter and renting or buying your trekking clothing’s

How much I should prepare for additional budget for this trip except trip package?

for your drinking water, battery charges, WIFI and other personal expenses, it is recommended to carry 150-200 USD.

Can I get Nepal Visa in Kathmandu Airport on arrival? How much it cost?

our package does not include cost of Visa fee which is normally USD 30 which you easily obtain in Kathmandu international Airport on arrival day, you need one passport photo and visa form to be filled up.

Is hot shower available in trek?  How much it cost?

Yes hot shower is available and its included in package

When is the best time to visit  Annapurna trek?

The best time to trekking in Nepal is mid-September to mid- December (fall season) and March to May (spring season)

How hard is the trek to  Annapurna trek?

Annapurna base camp trek is categorized in  easy- soft moderate level trek; this is most popular trek in Annapurna region.

Do I need to worry about acclimatisation?

in this trek, the maximum altitude you are trekking is 3190 m at Poonhill, since our itinerary is well prepared to meet proper acclimatization, this trek is doable for all trekkers who are physically fit and who can walk minimum of 4-7 hrs. a day

What should I do to prepare for the trek?

The best way to prepare for any treks or hikes in Nepal is, you have to give yourself at least one hour of physical activity such as walking or running or cycling. It is highly suggested to run around nearest park or around home daily 1 hour or more.

How cold does it get?

The coldest temperature in this trek will be depend on the months of trek, normally, the lowest you can expect is below -10 degree Celsius at higher point of this trek.

Do I need sleeping bag? Is it included? If not, how much it cost to rent or buy?

our packages included warm clean sleeping bag to use during the trek, we provide it in Kathmandu before trek, however if you have your own sleeping bag, we advise to bring it.it is always easy and better to use your own gears.

Do I need down jacket? Is it included? If not, how much it cost to rent or buy?

our packages included warm clean down jacket to use during the trek, we provide it in Kathmandu before trek, however if you have your own down jacket, we advise to bring it. it is always easy and better to use your own gears.

Where I buy drinking water in trek? How much it cost?

 we provide complementary use of water bottle for this trek, so for drinking water, it is possible to filter the water or use purifier by using water purification tablets or liquid, it is cheapest way to have drinking water along the trail. You also can buy boiled water along the trail, it cost USD 1-1.50 per liter or mineral water in approximately same cost along the trail.

Can I charge my laptop or camera or mobile battery in trek? How much it cost?

yes, you can charge FREE of cost in many lodges, however some lodges in higher altitude like base camp or around, they don’t have hydro power, instead they supply power from solar and the lodge owner charge some cost of USD 2-4 for full battery charge of your camera or laptop or mobile.

What about hot showers in the trek? Is it included, if not included how much it cost?

it is available and included in our package.

What happens if I’m not as fast as the rest of the group?

it is normal that all trekkers may not walk in same speed or pace, it is not really necessary, if you walk slower than other trekkers in group, some porter or assistant guide will be walking together with you.

Do I need travel insurance? And where should I buy this?

Yes, travel insurance including emergency medical evacuation by helicopter is necessary for any high-altitude treks over 4000 m is recommended. You can find travel insurance online or we also can assist to buy your insurance from Nepal or with any other reliable companies.

What will happen If I can’t trek due to altitude sickness or any other reason?

if you can’t trek a head due to altitude sickness or any other reason like accident, we will immediately coordinate with your travel insurance to evacuate you from mountain to city and transfer to hospital for further medical facility.

Will I see lots of other people?

 during the high season months like October to November in fall season, there are more trekkers in trail than other off season like early September or late December or June July in late spring.

Do I need to carry any special diets? Energy bars during trek?

it is really not necessary to carry but you can bring some of those energy bars or snacks to keep not hungry when there are long hours of walk to get lodge for lunch or sometime evening. We suggest to keep some extra diets or dry foods.

What is tipping system for guide and porters or drivers? How much we should budget for it?

the tipping is as per your own choice, however usually tipping for guide is normally 10-20 US$ per day and US$ 5-15 per day for porter. You can share tipping amount among the group.

We have suitcase to travel in flight from here to Kathmandu. How does our porter will carry it? Or do you provide porter duffel bag?

Yes, you can travel Kathmandu with your own suitcase. In Kathmandu we provide porter duffel bag to put your trekking gears and clothing. It is free of cost use duffle bag in trek and you can take as gift after trek.

Do I need to bring own first Aid? Is your company guide having first Aid?

we advise you to bring your own first aid for your personal use. However, our guide keeps their first aid too. We keep all necessary medicine for trek.

Do I need trekking pole? Can I buy it or your company provide it to use for trek?

it is depending on person if they like to use poles or not. We provide free use of trekking poles when you buy our full package. if you have your own trekking poles, we advise you to bring it.

Does it may rain? Do we need to carry raincoat?

depending on season, weather may change anytime in mountain. So, it is better to carry raincoat for this trek. You can buy raincoat in Kathmandu trekking shops or you can bring it from your country.

Can I store my suitcase or unnecessary baggage in Kathmandu while we are on trek?

Yes, you can. we arrange FREE of cost store of your suitcase or baggage while you are in trek.

What is baggage allowance for domestic flight to Pokhara? How long is the flight?

The baggage allowance is 20 kg per person for Kathmandu to Pokhara sector. It is just 25-minute flight to Pokhara or return to Kathmandu

Why Ghorepani Poonhill trek with us?

Below are the 6 main reasons that we are Known as best trekking service providing local company based in Kathmandu Nepal and we 100 % assure our best quality trekking service to all our valued customers.

1.  Quality of Lodges/guest houses and hotels

We always accommodate our valuable customers at standard of quality lodges in trek where one can get hot shower, clean beds and attached bathroom in mentioned area in itinerary, we make sure our best choice for our customers comfortable and safety for accommodation. we accommoate at least 3 star category hotels with breakfast with attached bathroom and quality of hospitality service.

2. Quality of foods during trek

Hygienic and fresh foods is always first priority for our customers and we always make sure of it while you are in trek with us. We select tea house or guest houses along the trail based on Hygienic and delicious fresh foods for your meals, it is very important aspect of our life spcially when you are doing trekking in high altitude mountain. We always take best care of it for our customers safety and their health issues.

Our company is not only concern about quality of foods we serve but also concern about quantity of foods we serve during your trek in Nepal with us so we always encourage our clients to select own choice of unlimited meals and drinks on trek.

Unlimited Foods & Drinks: 

Like many other cheapest trekking operators does, we never provide limited foods and drinks during trek. In fact, you will serve unlimited fresh, hygienic and energetic meals & hot drinks 3 times a day. Most of cheapest package include very limited foods and drinks like only small portion of meal at Breakfast,at Lunch and at dinner and very limited cup of tea/coffee each day, which is not enough for high mountain trek. you need to eat adequate Unlimited meals and hot drinks as your own choice and that is what serve by our company during the trek. This will give you a BEST ADDED VALUE to trek with us.

Self choice of meals everyday: 

​Not only unlimited meals and drinks we serve, you are free to select your own choice of meals, like you can have full choice of vegetarian meals, non-vegetarian meals or choice of your meals from food menu in each lodges everyday for entire trek, this type of facility may not available with all other companies, so this two factors are something really important you should make sure before you book trekking with any other company in Nepal.

3. Quality Trekking service by Professional & Experienced SHERPA guide & Porters: 

Our SHERPA guides and porters always take very good care of your trekking holiday; they always walk together with you and give you fact information during trek. Their main concern is always to take very good care of your health and well being during trek. Our guide and porters are fully expert in the field of trekking & Climbing. Arrangements of quality lodge, foods, drinks and health issues are always serious concern of our guide and porters. They will not leave you alone as we have seen many guides are always walking behind or a head and not caring well for their guests. our guide always make sure 3 important issues during trek very professionally.

• quality of foods, drinking water, and accommodation
• situation of trail, weather condition
• health issues of trekkers while they are on trek

4. Safety and security is our prime concern & quick contact in Emergency

For us safety and security of our customers is always prime concern, without safety and security, we dont organize any trips, specially in himalaya. health and safety is always our first priority during trek and our guide is fully aware of it. incase of any Emergency issues of trekkers health, we take care of this issues so seriously. We are always keep in touch with our guides during trek.

5. Flexible in Itinerary: 

trekking itinerary in mountain region can’t be fixed every time, sometime due to any reason, we need to change or customize in itinerary. In this case our guide and porters are fully flexible to make necessary optional change as per your request by using their wise knowledge. as per weather condition or health issues of clients or due to any unavoidable situation in mountain, we are flexible to make any changes in itinerary immediately. terms and conditions may apply but we are always flexible to make any last minute or emergency change in itinerary or program which is normally fixed.

6.  Well paid wages & Insured guide and porters

At NETTA, we treat our working staffs, Sherpa guide and porters very well, they work so hard to make our customers journey so wonderful, without guide and porters care, hard work and best services, your trip wouldn’t be successful, that’s way we provide highest wages and facility to our Sherpa guide, porters and trekking/climbing staffs in order to encourage them for one of the best trekking, tours and climbing trip in Himalaya. We also provide very well equipment and they are insured well to prevent from unexpected accidents or medical treatment.

 

A Typical day in trek( morning to evening)

6 am- 7 am- wake up time, packing and fresh up

7 am- 7.30 am- BREAKFAST

7.30 am- 8 Am- Trek start

11.30 Am- 1 Pm- LUNCH

6 pm- 8 pm- DINNER

8- 9 pm- BED TIME

 

Typical meals on trek( Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner)

BREAKFAST: 

Choice of Eggs, potatoes, breads, Muesli, Pancake, Oat meals, Tea/Coffe or set breakfast

LUNCH:           

Choice of Rice, noodles items, pastas items, potatoes items, vegetable items,

DINNER:         

Choice of soup, choice of Rice, noodles items, pastas items, potatoes items, vegetable items,Vegetarian or non- vegetarian options are available for daily meals

Important Notes:

1. Fixed Itinerary can be customized as per your requirements and timeframe.

2. Above Package Included 3 star or 5 star category hotel in Kathmandu & Pokhara city( you can select the package), if you would like to stay at high class hotel (5 star hotels or so) or hotel as your own choice that is possible, please send us a request.

3. Our Trek package apply for minimum of two people in a group, however we can organize solo/single trek if you don’t have friend or partner to travel with.

4. We have discounted price package if there are group above 6 person or so, please send us a request for special deal for your group

5. Our trek package is based on full inclusive service from arrival in Kathmandu to Departure from Kathmandu including hotel in Kathmandu, sightseeing in Kathmandu, Incase if you would like to book your own choice of hotel or you would like to exclude city tour of Kathmandu, it is possible, just let us know any service that not required. Whatever is your exact requirements, we are happy to make customize accordingly

6. Do not hesitate to write us for any advice or special request, we are happy to hear from you and always ready to provide our quality trekking service in the Himalaya of Nepal.

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