Poon Hill Trek

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Poon Hill Trek

8 Days Starting and ending in Kathmandu

Visiting: Kathmandu, Pokhara, Ghandruk, Tadapani, Ghode Pani

Tour operator:

Sherpa Expedition & Trekking

Recommended For:

18-30 somethings, Family-Kids, Singles

Guide Type:

Fully Guided

Group size:

1 - 10

Physical rating:

Easy

Age range:

7-90

Special diets catered:

Vegetarians, Vegans, Kosher

Tour operated in:

English

From: $900 $857 Travel Club discount: -$43

NB: Prices correct on 21-Nov-2024 but subject to change.

Tour Overview

This Poon Hill Trek is one of the most popular and renowned Eco-treks of Nepal. This is the great chance to experience the Himalayas, people, nature, culture, and flora and fauna along with other treasures of Nepal. Poon hill trek is perfect for honeymoon couples, families, students, and novice adventurers who prefer to enjoy the captivating natural and cultural aspects of Nepal. This trek will suitable for all ages peoples. The Poon Hill (3210m), one of the best sunrise and sunset viewpoints of the trek, this trek is perfect for admiring the glorious Annapurna and Dhaulagiri massif in the shimmering sunlight during dawn and dusk. The seventh highest peak in the world Mount Dhaulagiri I (8167 m) and the tenth highest peak, Mount Annapurna (8091 m) along with fishtail, Nilgiri, South Annapurna, Himchuli and Tukuche Peak are the features of the trip that can be enjoyed throughout the journey. There are different seasons bring sightings of different flora and fauna in the trails, making every trip in this region a unique and rich experience. The month of Spring is the best season to go there, as all the forests are covered with colorful Rhododendron flowers, birds and insects of the Annapurna Conservation Area. Sherpa Expedition & Trekking also offers extended versions of this trek in the Annapurna region, such as including the village of Ghandruk with its amazing architecture and traditional houses constructed of stone walls and slate roofs - Ghorepani-Poon Hill-Ghandruk Trek. Other options include the Annapurna Base Camp Trek and Annapurna Circuit Trek.

Highlights

Panoramic view of the Annapurna and Dhaulagiri Ranges with spectacular views from Poon Hill at sunrise and sunset.
Experience of the traditional culture of the Magar and Gurung people.
Short and comfortable trek with ample teahouses for food and accommodation.
Trek through lush valleys and rhododendron forests.
Picturesque towering Himalaya surroundings

Places You'll See

Poon Hill Trek

Itinerary

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Day 1 : Arrival In Kathmandu (1,350M) & Transfer To Hotel.

Location: Kathmandu

Accommodation: Hotel

Meals Included: Dinner

Upon your arrival at Tribhuvan International airport, Kathmandu, you will be picking up by Sherpa Expedition and Trekking representative and transfer to Kathmandu Hotel. No further activities are planned for today, so you will have time to take a rest or explore the picturesque Thamel Tourist hub. Evening we will have dinner at a typical Nepali restaurant.

Day 2 : Drive From Kathmandu To Pokhara (8,50M) Duration: 6-7 Hours.

Location: Pokhara

Accommodation: Hotel

Meals Included: Breakfast

We will drive to Pokhara by the Delux tourist bus. Pokhara is located about 200 km west from Kathmandu valley takes 7 hours drive to get there. We will have a smooth drive passes along the Trishuli River side enjoying the beautiful landscapes along the way. After reaching Pokhara we will have a free evening. You can take an easy walk around lakeside, ride a boat on Phewa lake.

Day 3 : Drive To Nayapul (1,000M) & Trek To Ghandruk (1,950M) Duration: 5-6 Hours.

Location: Ghandruk

Accommodation: Hotel

Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Today, we will drive to Nayapul, where we start our trek from. The drive takes 2 hours to Nayapul (42km) by private car/jeep. we start the trek from Nayapul along the trail ascends through beautiful rice, maize, and millet farms of locals villages. trekking along the main trail of Birethanti passed a small waterfall. the trail ascends all the way up to Ghandruk village. Ghandruk is a big Gurung village from where you can enjoy the mountain view of Annapurna ranges and Fishtail (Machapuchhre

Day 4 : Trek From Ghandrukk To Tadapani (2,650M) Duration: 3-4 Hours.

Location: Tadapani

Accommodation: Hotel

Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Today, the trek begins through a beautiful rhododendron forest enjoying chirping birds. The stream runs down its clear and pure water as you climb up. We will come across the place named Bherikharka with some tea shops and lodges for a rest. It takes another two and a half hours to reach Tadapani passing through dense rhododendron forest. We spend our night at Tadapani.

Day 5 : Trek From Tadapani To Ghorepani (2,860M) Duration: 6-7 Hours.

Location: Ghode Pani

Accommodation: Hotel

Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

After breakfast, we start the trek with a short descent till a small stream and then uphill through the dense Rhododendron forest. We come across a place name Banthahiti with the facility of tea houses and lodges. From Banthati, the trail ascends through the forests up to Gurung Hill. Then after the trail descends till Ghorepani. We spend our night at Ghorepani.

Day 6 : Hike Up To Poon Hill (3,210M) Trek Down To Nayapul And Drive To Pokhara (8,50M) Duration: 6-7 Hours

Location: Pokhara

Accommodation: Hotel

Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch

Today, Early morning hike up to Poon Hill (3210m) takes about 45 minutes. Poon Hill is a famous viewpoint to see sunrise/sunset and majestic views of the Himalaya including; Mt. Dhaulagiri (8167m.), Tukuche Peak (6920m.), Nilgiri (6940m.), Varaha Shikhar (7847m.), Mt. Annapurna I (8091m.), Annapurna South (7219m.), Annapurna III (7855m.), Machhapuchhare (6993m.), Annapurna IV (7525m.), Annapurna II (7937m.), and Lamjung Himal (6931m.)

After enjoying some time in Poon Hill, trek back to Ghorepani for breakfast and then continue descending to Nayapul. We will drive to Pokhara from Nayaooul that takes about 1:5 hours.

Day 7 : Drive From Pokhara To Kathmandu (1,350M) Duration: 6-7 Hours.

Location: Kathmandu

Accommodation: Hotel

Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

After breakfast, we will drive to Kathmandu via Prithvi Highway. Once again the scenic bus ride will keep us refreshed throughout the journey. On arriving at Kathmandu, you can once roam around this vibrant city and buy gifts and souvenirs to take back home.

Day 8 - Transfer To The International Airport For Your Final Departure.

Location: Kathmandu

Meals Included: Breakfast

On the day of the final departure, our representative will pick you up from the hotel and drop you off at the Tribhuvan International airport before 3 hours of your scheduled flight. Sherpa Expedition and Trekking team would like to welcome you for your next visit to uncover other treasures of Nepal.

What's Included

Meals – Full Board

Three meals a day (Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner) During the trek Fresh fruit every night after dinner.
Other Included

An arrangement of emergency evacuation service (should have insurance for emergency evacuation and will be paid by your travel insurance company) Trekking route maps All necessary government taxes and service charges.
Airport Transfers at Destination

Airport pick up and drop by private vehicle. Tourist bus to Pokhara and back to Kathmandu. Transportation from Pokhara to Nayapul and back to Pokhara by Private car/Jeep.
Permit and Tims Card

Annapurna Conservation Area Permit and Trekkers’ Information Management System (TIMS card)
Guide & Porter

English speaking guide with all his salary, food, drinks, accommodation, transport and insurance. A Strong, helpful porter with proper equipment (one porter for two people).
Additional Service

Use of sleeping bags, down jacket, duffel bag, and walking poles (if you do not have your own, to be returned after you complete the trip).
Accommodation

Two nights 3-star Hotel in Kathmandu with breakfast. Two nights 3-star Hotel in Pokhara with breakfast. Trekking lodge twin sharing accommodations during the trek

What's Not Included

Flight Fare & Visa Fee

Nepal entry visa fee.

International airfare.
Drinks with Meals

All the alcoholic and nonalcoholic hot and cold drinks.

Meals whilst you are in Kathmandu and Pokhara prior to the trek.
Personal Expenses

Your personal expenses.

Battery charging and hot shower during the trek on the tea houses.
Tipping and Gratuities

Tips for the guide, porter and driver (Tipping is expected).

Check out our Q&As

What is the standard of the hotels on this tour?

Travelers will be provided with 3 start hotel in cities and lodges or tea houses during the trek.
Can I join the tour once it has departed?

No, you cant joing the tour once it has departed.
Am I contributing to any charity by booking the tour?

Yes, your booking amount will be contributed to the charity.
What Ethical Travel credentials does the tour company have?

TAAN, NMA, TripAdvisor, TourRadar, NTB
What documents will I receive before I travel?

No documents will be provided before you Travel.

What essential documents/items do I need to bring with me?

You must bring a valid passport (must be valid for up to 6 months, keep an extra photocopy just in case), a copy of your travel insurance, cash, flight tickets, emergency contact numbers of insurance and family members and any medications.
Do you operate a “single share” option and how does it work?

Yes, we operate a single share option and you need to pay extra if you're a solo traveler as a single supplement.
How long has the tour company been trading?

Our company has been trading since 1977 A.D
Will somebody come to pick me up at the Airport upon my arrival?

Yes, our Airport Representative will come to the airport to pick you up. Outside of Terminal Hall, he/she will be displaying a play card of Sherpa Expedition and Trekking Team Pvt. Ltd. with your name on it. Upon arrival, you will be transferred to hotel or our office.
Does Sherpa Expedition and Trekking pvt. ltd accepts credit cards?

Yes, we accept Visa and Master Card for payment (not American Express). The bank will be charge 4.5 % extra to paying by cards.
Can I get Nepal visa on arrival or online?

Yes, you can get on arrival tourist visa at Tribhuvan International Airport in Kathmandu. Most of the people can obtain visa on entry to Nepal. There are some countries visa will need to be organised prior to travelling. $30 USD for 15 days of visa from the date of issue, $50 USD for 30 days and $125 USD for 90 days tourist visa.You can apply visa online.
Will the accommodation included meet local health and safety regulations?

Yes, the accommodations included meeting local health and safety regulations.
What happens if I need to change my holiday date once I’ve booked?

You can easily change your holiday date easily even after you have once booked.
Who will be my travelling companions on the tour?

Sherpa Expedition and Trekking staffs like a guide, porter, and other staffs will be your travelling companions on the tour.
What currency should I bring to Nepal?

We advise you to bring US dollars /British pound s/Euros to pay for your visa, trip cost and other expenses. Most major currencies are usually accepted also. It is always better to travel with US dollars.

Reviews from travellers on this tour

Juliette

Best trip forever!

13-Aug-2019

Sherpa Expedition and Trekking was excellent and offered small groups which made the experience personal and valuable!

Ryan

Poon Hill Trek in Nov

06-Nov-2019

Sherpa Expedition is consisting of professional team who lead the company provided excellent advice and communication before the trek and met us in person before our trek to ensure we had no concerns. In terms of the communication level and the attention to detail of the customers, definitely best experience so far in the few times we've been to Nepal for trekking.

Jason

Definitely recommend

26-Oct-2019

Great service, always fast and helpful answers! Did Poon Hill Trek organized by Sherpa Expedition and Trekking. They were very responsive and answered every question that I had. They helped me organize my trip with the limited time that I had and rearranged the schedule and the itinerary to match my interests.

Victoria

Great Team

03-Sep-2019

We reacted flexibly to the late arrival of my luggage in Kathmandu and the start of the tour was postponed by one day. Furthermore, I was driven to the airport again to pick up my luggage. My guide came to Airport for my pickup, and it was a great trip to Poon hill.

Leah

The best trek

03-Sep-2019

From the time you arrive in Nepal, you're taken care of by Sherpa Expedition and Trekking. Nepal has some of the best people I've encountered. If you're experiencing the arduous task of determine which of the hundreds of trekking companies to go with, don't hesitate to go with this one. Our guide and has the biggest hearts and always had our best interests top of mind to make sure we were getting the most of our trek.

Adrian

Highly Recommend

08-Oct-2019

Sherpa Expedition and Trekking is a great trekking company. They organized everything for us very well and made sure that we were happy and healthy the whole trek. We enjoyed spending time with our trek guide who was a fantastic guide, he was very knowledgeable and friendly and always willing to help us. I would recommend this trek.

Zachariah

Poon Hill Trek

23-Nov-2019

Nice seeing the sunrise above Annapurna Himalaya from Poon Hill and at the same time by paying the entrance fee and having a cup of tea on the top one contributes to the village local funds used for school..

Hannah

Would Like to Visit Again

13-Sep-2019

Had a good staff and a knowledgeable guide. My guide was great, knowledgeable, very patient and very helpful. I wouldn’t have completed Poon hill Trek him. Also, Sherpas -20 down sleeping bag really kept me warm throughout the trek on a winter! I Will definitely recommends to friends! Thanks!

Alexandra

Great Guide

27-Oct-2019

I did the trek with Sherpa Expedition and Trekking. And I could not ask for a better guide. My Sherpa Guide is very knowledgeable. You can ask him anything about the landscapes, the culture and religion, anything about Nepal and he will answer you. Before the trail, he will give you all the necessary advice and support to make sure you complete the trail the best way possible.

Jonathan

Beautiful Trek

03-Sep-2019

I'm so pleased that I went with Sherpa Expedition and Trekking for my first trekking experience and first trip to Nepal. We felt so well taken care of during our trip from beginning to end. The included rides to and from the airport were so convenient, and the debriefing dinner following the trek added an extra personal touch.

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