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Ghorepani Poon Hill Trek – 5 Days

3.84 verified reviewsYour hotel in Pokhara (Lakeside) — pickup on the morning of departure.
Trekking5 daysEasy

About this experience

A gentle five-day loop through Gurung and Magar villages to the celebrated sunrise viewpoint of Poon Hill (3,210 m). Ideal for first-timers and families. Includes a licensed guide, teahouse lodging, ACAP permit and transport from Pokhara.

Highlights

Sunrise over Annapurna & Dhaulagiri from Poon Hill
Rhododendron forest and Gurung villages
A perfect first trek — short and family-friendly

Day-by-day itinerary

Drive to Nayapul and climb the Ulleri stone steps.

What's included

Licensed English-speaking trekking guide
Teahouse / lodge accommodation on the trail
All trekking permits (TIMS + area permit)
Ground transport to and from the trailhead
Shared porter support
International flights & Nepal visa
Travel & rescue insurance (mandatory)
Meals in the city
Personal expenses, drinks & snacks
Tips for guide and porter

Meeting point

Your hotel in Pokhara (Lakeside) — pickup on the morning of departure.
Route overview
  1. 1Pokhara → Nayapul → Ulleri
  2. 2Ulleri → Ghorepani
  3. 3Poon Hill → Tadapani
  4. 4Tadapani → Ghandruk → Pokhara
  5. 5Pokhara → Kathmandu

Interactive map coming soon.

Good to know

What to bring

Broken-in boots, warm layers & down jacket, rain shell, headlamp, water bottle/purification, sunhat & sunscreen, personal first-aid and any medication.

Permits

ACAP (Annapurna Conservation Area Permit) and a licensed guide are included and mandatory.

Not suitable for

Travellers with serious heart or lung conditions, or anyone unwilling to walk 5–7 hours a day at altitude.

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RohanVerified attendance
Jun 2026

Great value for a once-in-a-lifetime experience. The porters were kind and incredibly strong.

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LouisVerified attendance
May 2026

The food along the route was better than we expected and the lodges were cosy and warm.

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ChloéVerified attendance
Apr 2026

Booking was easy and the operator confirmed everything quickly. Highly recommend for first-timers.

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OliviaVerified attendance
Mar 2026

Challenging in the best way. The views from the pass are burned into my memory forever.

from $385 /person
Free cancellation to 24h