Ghorepani-Poon Hill Trek

Ghorepani-Poon Hill Trek is the right choice for those who don’t have much time for a longer trek, or don’t think you are physically ready for hard and longer trekking. Ghorepani-Poon Hill trek is an excellent option for those who have limited time but still want to experience the beauty of the Annapurna region. This short trek provides amazing views of the Himalayas. The highlight of the Ghorepani-Poon Hill trek is undoubtedly Poonhill, which offers an unforgettable panoramic view of the entire Annapurna range. This trek takes you through picturesque villages, lush forests, and panoramic mountain landscapes.

At Alpwander Adventures,(https://www.alpwander.com/) we are committed to providing you with a safe and comfortable trekking  experience. Our experienced guides will lead you through the trek, providing you with insights about the local culture and ensuring that you are safe at all times. 

 

Why Choose Ghorepani Poon Hill Trek?

The Ghorepani Poon Hill Trek is a popular trek in the Annapurna region of Nepal because it is a relatively short and easy trek with stunning views of the Himalayas. The trek takes you through charming villages of Gurung and Magar people, where you can experience their culture and traditions firsthand. The lush rhododendron forests along the way are also a highlight, especially when they are in full bloom (March to April). The trek culminates with a visit to Poon Hill, where you can witness the breathtaking sunrise over the Himalayas, including Annapurna South, Dhaulagiri, and Machhapuchhre (Fishtail).

 

Overview of Ghorepani-Poonhill Trek

Ghorepani-Poon Hill trek offers an easy walk on the first day of the trek. Only on the day of the trip, you have some long steep uphill stone staircase to Ulleri Village from Hile but after walking about two hours from the beginning you will enter into the biggest rhododendron forest. You may see different colors of rhododendron flowers if you are trekking in March to May. Once you reach Upper Ghorepani Deurali you will observe beautiful matchless panoramic Mountain View. On the second night, we stay at Ghorepani, at an altitude of 2855 meters. Most trekkers rise before descending and hike up to Poon Hill (3210m) for an early morning pleasure trek. The spectacular panorama stretches from Dhaulagiri (8167m), Tukuche peak (6920m), Nilgiri (6940m), Annapurna South (7219m), Annapurna I (8091m), Hiunchuli (6441m), Machhapuchhre (6997m) and the Lamjung Himal and Manaslu to Far East. 

The sun rise view from Poon Hill is marvelous which is said to be one of the best view points in Annapurna trekking and easily accessed from Pokhara, reached after days walk, not very hard regarding difficulty so this trek is well-liked by family trekkers. We start our trek from Nayapul, 42km drive from Pokhara and the Ghorepani Nayapul trail is pleasurable walk for the first day, meaningful explore of Gurung and Magar culture and tradition and an interaction with the locals are lifetime and unique experience at Thikhedunga and at Sabeth villages.