Where is Ghorepani Poon Hill Trek located/situated?

Ghorepani Poon Hill trek is one of the very popular and short trekking trails that lies in the Annapurna region of Nepal. The trail is rich with different vegetation and human settlement. Above all, the Ghorepani Poon Hill trek is suitable for all age groups and gender as the elevation is low because the highest altitude to step is 3210 meters at Poon Hill and the highest overnight hotel is Ghorepani which is 2860 meters .

How hard/difficult is to trek Ghorepani Poon Hill Trek?

Ghorepani Poon Hill Trek is a short and easy trek below the Himalayas. It is an easy and relaxing trek with a view of beautiful landscapes, villages, farmland, forest, waterfalls, rivers, suspension bridges, and the mighty Himalayas. Above all, this is a unique trekking trail through the diversity of culture and nature. Trekkers can trek for 5-6 hours every day to reach the camp. Moreover, the trails are clean with stony stairs uphill and flat clay trails.

How much does the Ghorepani Poon Hill Trek cost?

Trekking into the Annapurna region which also includes the Ghorepani Poon Hill Trek is not as expensive as compared to the Everest trek but the important factor is the duration of the entire trek. The more the duration the price goes accordingly, but not the worrying price. To know the price first, you need to confirm the number of days you are supposed to trek. The price of the Ghorepani Poon Hill Trek ranges between 500 USD to 1100 USD depending upon the number of days and also the facilities you would prefer while trekking along with the lodges/tea house, Wi-Fi, hot shower, etc. but the cheapest way to trek in any region of Nepal is joining a group, the more the number the less the price goes. If you don’t want to join a big group for privacy, better to have at least two trekkers, this will minimize the cost required for your guide and porter also the mountain lodges/tea houses have two separate beds in every room, so trekkers need to share a room with someone else during the high trekking season.

Is Ghorepani Poon Hill trek dangerous?

Ghorepani Poon Hill trek is one of the safest trekking trails in Nepal. As the country, Nepal is very safe to travel but tourists are always worried while traveling to new land this is very common but the ‘danger’ may occur while being a solo trekker because the Ghorepani Poon Hill trek lies in the Annapurna region of Nepal which is in itself a vast region covering hills, mountains and Himalayas and the wrong trail can lead one to different areas of the region. So the best way to trek is to book a local government-authorized trekking agency accompanied by a local trekking guide or porter to assist with the trail and to communicate with the local people.

How long does Ghorepani Poon Hill Trek takes?

Ghorepani Poon Hill Trek is a short trek in the Annapurna region of Nepal, the duration of the trek depends upon the starting point and which trail to follow. Normally if trekkers start from Pokhara, a gateway to Ghorepani Poon Hill and also Annapurna region it will take 5 days to reach back the starting point Pokhara.

Is Ghorepani and Poon Hill two different trekking trails/routes?

Ghorepani and Poon Hill are the names of two different places in the Annapurna region of Nepal but the important point here is one cannot reach Poon Hill without going to Ghorepani and vice versa. Ghorepani lies at an altitude of 2860 meter and is the overnight spot as well for trekkers and from Ghorepani trekkers hike for an hour uphill to reach Poon Hill which lies at 3210 meters early in the morning for the magnificent views of the Annapurna and Dhaulagiri ranges of the Himalayas and the sunrise view. So going to Ghorepani and skipping Poon Hill is somewhat having tea without sugar unless you have diabetes.

Where to stay while trekking in the Ghorepani Poon Hill Trek?

Annapurna region is self-sufficient with numbers of hotels and lodges and Ghorepani Poon Hill trek is in lower altitude so trekkers can have multiple choices for their hotels to choose with varied cuisine to eat some hotels provide private attach- bathroom inside the room and wifi and hot shower all the way.

Can I/we do Ghorepani Poon Hill Trek on our own?

A big Yes. Nepal is a safe country to travel, trekkers can trek any region at their own but sometime problem arises when there are multiple trekking routes. When being a solo trekker into the mountains the trail may confuse because in the mountain human settlement are limited the higher we trek the less we encounter people. So it is better suggested to trek with a local trekking agency that provides a well-experienced guide.

How are the food and accommodation facilities in Ghorepani Poon Hill Trek?

Ghorepani Poon Hill Trek is a short trek as compared to another trekking trail, the region itself is a conserved area. There are numerous numbers of lodges and tea houses in the trek but the number is limited as the altitude increase. Some tea houses provide attach toilet facilities as well but the lodges and tea houses are normal with two single beds in every room but some provide private attach- toilet as well, so if you are solo trekkers sometime you may need to share a room with other trekkers because pre-booking is very important during high season. The lodges and tea houses provide good food mainly local vegetables are served but non-vegetarian items may be imported from the nearby city Pokhara which means it may not be very fresh. Other foods which include pizza, burgers along with Indian, Nepalese, Continental, Chinese, etc are normally served in the tea houses.

Can we find Wi-Fi and Hot Shower Facilities in the Ghorepani Poon Hill Trek?

Ghorepani Poon Hill Trek is now modernized with the technology, trekkers can use Wi-Fi in all the lodges and tea houses, and also the hot shower is possible upon request but you may need to pay extra for using these. It is better to have a local mobile sim card with an internet data pack, as the network is strong enough to use the internet but it depends upon the weather condition.

Can we charge our battery and electronic gadgets in the Ghorepani Poon Hill Trek?

It is possible to charge all the electronic gadgets in the Annapurna region which also include Ghorepani Poon Hill trek, for a couple of starting days charging may be free, as the lower area is well sufficient with the electricity but as we trek higher lodges and tea houses use a solar panel for electricity. So the higher you hike charging gadgets cost some money but charging is possible in every area, it is recommended to carry extra battery while trekking into Himalayas of Nepal.

Ghorepani Poon Hill Trek | 10 Days Ghorepani Poon-Hill Trekking 2024-2025

Ghorepani Poon Hill Trek, also known as the Sunrise Trek is an easy wandering and scenic trek for all levels of trekkers, as it is one of the Short Trek in Nepal.

The trail passes through the villages mostly of Gurung and Magar settlement, one of the ethnic groups of Nepal famous for their bravery, and the rhododendron forest of Annapurna region sometimes encountering wildlife such as Langur, Deer, Black Beer, monkeys, leopards, Pandas, beautiful birds, etc.

Ghorepani trek offers a blend of rural life in Nepal, passing through one of the popular Annapurna regions for the magnificent view of Dhaulagiri and the Annapurna range of the Himalayas.

This trek is an easy walk for all groups of trekkers, irrespective of their age and origin. The fabulous view of the Annapurna Mountains along with its surrounding mountains can be viewed all the way and from Poon Hill (3210m). it will be mouthwatering, as the highest altitude of the Ghorepani Poonhill trek is 3210m/10532ft. Along with the amazing views of the Himalayas, we will be encountering the lifestyle of different indigenous communities living in this region.

The green terraced rice field, splendidly numerous waterfalls, suspension bridges, praying wheels, and the praying flags hanging throughout the trek will always energize the trekkers with spiritual power. Furthermore, an abundance of flora and fauna and fresh air will add another memorable experience as the trail passes through the conserved areas of the Annapurna region.

This well-conserved Ghorepani Trek will at the end lead us to the Gandruk Village of Gurung Settlement, the oldest settlement of the Gurung community; here one can visit the Gurung museum and experience ethnic hospitality.

These special Ghorepani Poonhill 10 days treks are designed for trekkers of all groups, They are less hectic and more relaxed with time, and they will lead us to a close-up view of the numerous Himalayas of the Annapurna Region, such as Annapurna (8091m/26546ft), Dhaulagiri (8167m/26796ft), Machhapuchhre, Nilgiri, Hiunchuli, Tukuche Peak, Barasikha and many more.

It can be a honeymoon trek and also a family trek in Nepal. The trail itself is one of the best short trails in Nepal but can be diverted towards the different regions of Annapurna which can lead us to Annapurna Base Camp Trek, Macchapuchre Base Camp Trek, Muktinath Trek, etc.

Discover Altitude has a specially designed Ghorepani Poonhill Trekking Itinerary with frequent field visits by our professional staff to make sure the program goes according to the itinerary mentioned below.

For the convenience of our client minute detailed itinerary, cost, highlights, pictures, and the map have been provided. As it is an easy trek below the Himalayas, trekkers can visit this trail every season of the year.

Regarding the Ghorepani Poonhill Trekking Cost, it varies on the number of days and also from the starting point, as the itinerary can be started from Kathmandu and also from Pokhara, and you can fly or drive from Kathmandu to Pokhara.

Thinking about similar short trekking packages in the Annapurna region, Discover Altitude has numerous short trekking packages that will lead you to the lap of the Annapurna and Dhaulagiri massif Himalayas...Short Trek Around Pokhara, Ghorepani Ghandruk Trek,

The itinerary can be customized according to the limitations of your time and interest.

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If you want to experience true, kind Nepali hospitality and a great trek, don’t look for another agency.

I had the incredible opportunity to complete 4 different treks with Discover Altitude: Three Passes, ABC, Annapurna Circuit and Langtang. Each time, the experience exceeded my expectations! The owners, Kumar and Santosh, along with their guides are exceptionally professional, knowledgeable and attentive to every detail. Everything was very well planned for all treks, and I felt safe even at the highest altitudes, thanks to their friendly and supportive guides.

There are many agencies to choose from, and I visited many, but when I met Kumar and Santosh the quality of their personalities quickly became evident. They treated me as a friend they genuinely wanted to support, not just a client, caring only about the money. Even if I hadn’t signed up, they would have treated me the same, not as potential or lost business. This authenticity is why I chose them! This was the only agency where I had that gut feeling, which turned out to be correct. They always went the extra mile. Before each trek, they spent a lot of time going through all the details with me to ensure I had everything I needed and was ready to go. They also checked up on me along the way. During all these times, they truly became my friends!

If you want to experience true, kind Nepali hospitality and a great trek, don’t look for another agency. They are also very competitively priced for both solo and group trips! I cannot recommend them highly enough!

Mustang - Kagbeni, Muktinath 6-day tour

We chose a 6-day course that tours Kagbeni and Muktinath, the gateway to Mustang from Kathmandu. It takes 3 days to actually walk, so it's a safe course even for beginners.

Fly from Kathmandu to Pokhara. Fly from Pokhara to Jomsom (30-minute flight), then hike 3 hours to Kagbeni. Hike 5-6 hours to Muktinath. Return to Jomsom via a different route. Take a lunch break at Rupna on the way. Fly to Pokhara. Fly back to Kathmandu.

It was late May before the rainy season, but we were blessed with clear skies and were able to see the beautiful mountain ranges of Nilgiri and Annapurna. The desolate landscape of Mustang was very beautiful, and it was a very interesting experience to get a glimpse of the life of the villagers in Kagbeni.

It was quite hot during the daytime walks in late May. Short sleeves are fine. If you don't want to get sunburned, wear thin long sleeves. Since it gets cold in the mornings and evenings in Muktinath, I wore a light down jacket, but if you layer up a warm long sleeve jacket, you can wear a hiking jacket instead of a down jacket.

Our trekking guide, Amar, was very kind and not only guided us on hiking but also carefully explained the history and people's lives. (In English) He always took care to make the trek comfortable, and the walking pace was adjusted to suit our physical strength, so we were able to enjoy it without any strain.

Kumar handled advance reservations and questions, and he responded to emails very quickly. After arriving in Kathmandu, I visited the office and Kumar gave me a brief explanation of the schedule. In Kathmandu, Santosh handled my communications and accompanied me to the transfer between the hotel and the airport. Both of them were cheerful and kind.
During the tour, I asked to change my plan to stay in Pokhara for two nights after the trek (of course, the additional hotel fee was at my own expense), and I am grateful that he quickly and readily responded to my request, such as changing my flight on the return trip.

A short walk from Jomsom to Muktinath.

We had great dealings with Kumar and the team at Discover Altitude. Kumar was our initial contact, and Santosh was our day to day contact on-the-ground. Their communication was great, and everything went smoothly.

Before departing for Nepal, we emailed Kumar about what we had in mind, and he presented us with different options. We settled on a short trip from Jomsom to Muktinath - flying from Kathmandu to Pokhara and on to Jomsom the next day to commence our hike. (We took the same air-route in reverse on our way back.) In total, the trip was six or seven days, with three days hiking. (This worked out well due to our schedule, but next time we might spend a few more days walking.)

Our guide on the trip was Amar Magar. We really recommend him. (Ask for him by name!) He was thoughtful, organised, and provided clear information on what we were doing each day. His patience and pleasant manner made the trip really enjoyable.

The hike itself was good. The area from Jomsom to Kagbeni (where we stopped for the first night) was primarily along the road and the riverbed, and the scenery was primarily the dry and desolate scenery one might expect of the Mustang area. Kagbeni was a nice village to rest. (There are a number of tea houses, and an interesting temple where one of the monks showed us around.) The walk up to Muktinath the next day was a little bit tough - being a climb of about 1,000 meters. (Not 'technically' tough; more of a challenge due to low fitness levels!) After resting, we visited the Hindu pilgrimage site, which was quite an interesting experience as it attracts a lot of visitors. We stayed the night at a tea house in Muktinath, and then walked back to Jomsom via a different route, stopping at a village called Lupna on the way back. The route from Muktinath to Lupna was probably the highlight of our trip, with much more diverse terrain, including great alpine scenery, fantastic rocky cliffs and forests, and the picturesque village of Lupna itself, with a very old temple and some caves used for solitary retreats.

If you have limited time, then I would recommend the approach we took. It provides a glimpse of the Mustang region (without getting in to the Upper Mustang region, which requires more time and an expensive permit), and a taste of walking in the region. On our walk, we met a number of people who had walked the Annapurna Circuit, taking around two weeks. We might plan better and aim to do that next time!

In terms of practical considerations, noting it was mid-May, we found that we were able to walk in t-shirts and long pants. We carried a lot of warm clothing with us, but didn't need really it. (We were a bit cold briefly after arriving at Muktinath, but generally we didn't use our warm clothing. It would be smart to take something - but no need to take too much.) The bedding provided in the rooms was more than adequate, and we didn't need our own sleeping bags. (Taking a sleeping bag liner might suffice from a cleanliness perspective if this is a concern.)

A Once-in-a-lifetime EBC Trekking Trip

What a once-in-a-lifetime trek to EBC! Waking up at midnight to dogs barking or in the morning to birds chirping and singing and the sound of rushing river, looking out the window and seeing the mountain so close as if within reach, roaming around Namche Bazaar and checking out the local markets, setting off in the sound of school children's morning drill, crossing rivers and valleys over the suspension bridges, passing the mani stones in the villages and the stupas on the trail, watching porters with oversized load strapped on their heads stepping to the lively beat of loud Nepali songs, navigating rocks uphill inside the dark clouds and white-out snow, trekking on the winding trail through dusty forests, misty mountain passes, wide open scrub land, and rugged and rocky barren land, with the famous and mysterious mountain peaks seemingly around every corner or suddenly elusive behind the wandering clouds, and flying down in helicopter provided every moment to admire the mountainous landscape and appreciate local life in this harsh environment. It’s been almost two weeks since I came back yet the sceneries and sounds on the trail still linger.

The EBC trek was also grueling - the long distance, the high elevation, the thin air at times mixed with dust or animal smell, the coldness at night, the completely unpredictable weather that could change by the minute – and every little inconvenience could pile on the exhaustion from a long day of trekking, but the thoughtful services by my guide Krishna made all these bearable. Every day after arriving at the tea house he made sure food was ordered and I had a spot to sit next to the stove to warm up. Every morning before we leave the tea house, he made sure bill was paid and everything was packed and ready. On the trail he was patient, watchful, and protective when the yaks and horses approaching. My tour company Discover Altitude was very flexible and allowed me to change my trekking schedule on the fly, including booking tea houses during peak season and securing single room occupancy. In fact, the three unplanned tea houses in Jorsalle, Phungi Thenga, and Dughla, allowed me to enjoy the real serenity near nature and away from crowds. The company also booked a helicopter, outside of my original plan, to fly me out back in Kathmandu in time. Their flexibility was crucial for me to have a successful and enjoyable EBC trekking trip.

Thank you Krishna for your kind-hearted service.

And thank you Santosh for showing me the street food, the hidden temples, and the vibrant life around the old town of Kathmadu.

EBC with Amar, the best guide!!

I did the Everest Base Camp trek (8 days to reach EBC, Day 9 was to Kala Patthar). Started at the end of April and finished in May. We had great weather that time of year. The early days in the trek were warm enough for leggings and a lightweight shirt. A few people were in shorts. Day 7 was the first day I needed to wear down clothing items, gloves or a warm hat. Other days could be done with a baseball cap and a few layers - started the day with a windwall jacket and would switch to a vest or just my long sleeve dry fit top while trekking. The cardio keeps you pretty warm. Taking altitude sickness medication is key. Start taking it a day before you leave. We had no issue with altitude sickness but several people at the tea houses were not as lucky.

Kumar, the owner of Discover Altitude, organized everything for us and it was planned perfectly. He booked the best tea houses for us and everything was so well-organized that all we had to think about was making it to the top. Amar was our AMAZING guide. His brother Shukla was the porter. They were the nicest, most professional duo. Amar took very good care of us and it was obvious that he was one of the most well-respected guides on the trail. He knew everyone and was so experienced that we had a lot of tips and guidance that I don’t feel everyone else had on the mountain. Definitely request amar as your guide. We quickly realized how important the planning is and who your guide is for success on this trek.

Great experience and recommend doing Kala Patthar early the next morning for sunrise views of Everest!

Awesome 10 day EBC trekking experience

I’m towards the tail end of my 10 day EBC trek arranged by Discover Altitude. Overall, I’ve been very happy with the trip so far. Santosh did his best to make sure my trip went according to plan. He was also extremely accommodating to my request for alterations to itinerary during the trip. Always ready to help, no questions asked.

I also wanted to take this opportunity to thank my guide, Sandip Lama. He is an energetic and hardworking young man that went above and beyond to make me trip as comfortable as possible. He’s also flexible in accommodating my last minute change request. For example, when I saw Ama Dablam for the first time, I was blown by its beauty and came up with the idea of doing a side trip to its base camp. It’s require at least half a days time. Sandip agreed without any hesitation and helped with the trip planning. In the end, the side trip didn’t happen simply because I ran out of steam. As a guide, Sandip’s main responsibility is leading me with the trip. But he also offered to carry my bag when I got very tired. This is what I call above and beyond. Again, thank you Sandip and I hope we’ll embark on my adventures in the future!

Discover Altitude is the best!

Discover Altitude is the best trekking guide / tour operator in Nepal. Two days ago my friend and I reached Everest Base Camp on May 4th (trekking day 8).

On day 9, helicopter picked us up at Gorakshep - last tea house before EBC. Helicopter transported us back to Kathmandu via Lukla — 2.5 hour stop for refueling and other logistics. Hiking back down 3 extra days is not for everyone.

Reaching EBC was a small miracle for me. I was the biggest person (XXL) trekking. I trained for over a year… lost significant amount of weight to even attempt EBC. Everything had to go perfectly and it did. Planning was key. Some days were incredibly challenging and required very-very slow / steady pace.

At every step my guide was right there to support as needed. On some hills my guide was 12 inches behind me in case I lost balance from exhaustion.

We were blessed to have Amar as our guide and his younger brother, Shukla, as porter. They did everything for us … from finding bathrooms, ordering meals, dealing with hotels, first aid, and fun to talk with too. Multiple times during the trek other guides whispered to us that Amar is one of the best guides in the region.

We opted for the luxury tour with nicer hotels + helicopter ride to Lukla to start + helicopter return from the top. Paying extra for luxury tour is worth every penny. We met some hikers not having a good experience. Painfully obvious they chose the wrong guide / tour operator.

If you are in perfect shape and you’ve trekked Nepal many times before- maybe having the best guide isn’t as critical. But for us we relied on our guides for every decision … even down to what to eat and drink at different altitudes.

TIPS:

1- take diamox right from the start (1 day before starting the trek)

2- take helicopter to/from Lukla. If you don’t take helicopter, be prepared to sit around for days waiting on weather to clear for airplane flight. People stuck at the airport waiting multiple days to get out aren’t having a good time.

3- go vegetarian. You’ll love ra-ra noodle vegetable soup

4- bring tons of electrolyte packets and drink 5 liters/day

5- pack for very cold days at the end (EBC). Both outer-wear gear and warm jackets for nights at the hotel. Be prepared for extremely dry air at night. Bring nasal spray to help breath through your nose.

6- get plenty NPR cash in Lukla or Kathmandu. In a pinch, tea house hotels can run your CC to give you NPR cash… will cost 10% extra charge.

7- tip your guides as generously as you can

8- don’t bring huge camera unless you are ok lugging the extra weight. Newer iPhone or Android do fantastic job.

9- go slow. Don’t skip rest (acclimatizing) days.

10- Book your trip with Discover Altitude. Kumar will email you immediately with details to help you customize your trip. He will work through every question / idea with patience. We had at least a dozen unusual requests including special activities in Kathmandu after the trek. Kumar and our guides made them all happen. Remember to request booking at nicer hotels.

11- go with friend or family you really enjoy being with for two weeks. Having someone to motivate you and just hang out together makes the trip so much better.

12- day 2 to Namche might be your hardest day, particularly after Hillary Bridge… 1-2 hours straight uphill at the end. Don’t give up. Go slow and ask for help (horse available if can’t make it up that hill).

Great Service from begining to end!

We reached out to a number of treking companies, quite last minute when the opportunity came up to go to Nepal. We got a lot of responses but in the end, Discover Altitude had exactly what we were looking for and very helpful along the way. When we arrived in Kathmandu we met at their office and they went into detail about what we could expect and answered all our weird questions!!(first timers!)
We were picked up by an excellent driver, met our guide ahead of time( that was the only confusion was if we were getting a guide/ a guide/porter or a guide and porter, it all worked out very well despite zero training on our part. On the last day we hiked up out of Namche,to the helicopter that took us over base camp with a short landing on Kala Patthar before returning back to Lukla and then Kathmandu where Discover Altitude picked us up and generally looked after us from start to finish including a couple of day tours around Kathmandu. It was spectacular , Santosh and Kumar were very caring and you could tell how proud they were of their company and employees.

No. of Person	Price Per Person
1 - 2 people	US$895
3 - 6 people	US$795

Ghorepani Poon Hill Trek - 10 Days

Highlights

Itinerary

Day 1:Arrival in the Tribhuwan International Airport and Transfer to your respective hotels.

Day 2:Sightseeing in Kathmandu.

Day 3:Kathmandu to Pokhara by Tourist bus/ fly (Optional).

Day 4:Drive from Pokhara to Nayapul and trek to Tikhedhuga

Day 5:Tikhedunga to Ghorepani

Day 6:Ghorepani to Poonhill Hike (3210m/10532ft/ 1 hour) and then trek to Tadapani

Day 7:Tadapani to Ghandruk

Day 8:Ghandruk to Pokhara

Day 9:Pokhara to Kathmandu.

Day 10:Transfer to International Airport.

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