Highlights of Poon Hill Trek 5 Days
- Poon Hill trek 5 days itinerary is a short adventure on the ancient trans-Himalayan salt trade route trail from Nepal to the Tibet border
- Fabulous scenic walks within green alpine wood of rhododendron and pine tree lines
- Enjoy the fantastic panorama of high towering western Himalaya peaks with a stunning sunrise
- Visit high hill villages in the comfort of a lovely cozy lodge with rooms facing mountain views.
- Explore the traditional villages of Gurung and Magar people.
- Experience unique cultural aspects as well as hospitality service during the trek.
Trip Profile:
- Trip Mode: Hotel while in cities with the local lodge on treks
- Trek Grade: Moderate with ups and downhill walks.
- Highest Elevation: 3,210 m / 10,531 ft high at Poon Hill
- Daily Walk: Minimum of 3-4 hrs to maximum 5-6 hrs
- Trek Duration: 04 Nights and 05 Days (Pokhara to Pokhara)
Poon Hill Trek 5 Days Overview
Poon Hill Trek 5 days itinerary starts from the scenic and gorgeous city of Pokhara. It is located on the lap of a high and massive Annapurna range of mountains with the ever-present Machhapuchare Himal, the famous ‘Fish Tail’ peak.
Ghorepani Poon Hill Trekking 5 days itinerary is an ideal and perfect walk around high green hills. It is covered with an enchanting forest of tall rhododendrons, magnolia, blue pine, and fir trees, which makes the area exotic and fascinating throughout the walks.
Poon Hill Trek is a beautiful short adventure, where we can enjoy the spectacular panorama of Mid-Western Himalayan peaks. That includes the world 7th high Mt. Dhaulagiri (8167m), with Tukuche and Nilgiri’s mountains including the world’s tallest Mt. Annapurna(8,091 m) with 8th high Manaslu range (8,163 m).
From Pokhara leads to the start of walks following the ancient Trans-Himalaya Salt Trade Route trail. That extends far beyond Ghorepani (our destination) towards Upper Mustang towards the border of Tibet.
You walk past lovely farm terraces and villages with climb high to enter serene cool woodland to reach Ghorepani. Ghorepani is a delightful town located amid rhododendron and pine tree lines populated by the Poon people of the Magar tribe.
At Ghorepani in the comfort of the beautiful cozy lodge, where next early morning takes an hour’s hike on Poon Hill. The highest spot of the adventure at 3,210 m offers mind-blowing sunrise over an undulating range of Himalayas views. It covers all three world’s highest mountains of Nepal Mid and Far West Himalaya ranges.
After a most exciting time with a fabulous panorama of 360° extensive mountain views with striking sunrise, the walk continues from Ghorepani. It takes an alternative U-turn to visit the high areas of Tadapani and Gurung village at Ghandruk with endless views of peaks.
Finally, our Poon Hill Trek is complete with a five days walk and a short drive back to Pokhara. And to end our marvelous adventure on the high-rolling green hills of the massive Annapurna Himalaya.
Poon Hill Trek 3 Days Itinerary
Poon hill trek is an ideal trekking destination in the Annapurna region trek. The trek has offered various trekking packages that can be done in a short time. If you have a short time frame and want to explore the pleasant views of nature and mesmerizing views of snowcapped mountains.
The vantage point Poon Hill offers incredible views of the Himalayas.
On a clear day, you can enjoy the 360 panoramic views of the Annapurna and Dhaulagiri Mountain ranges. During the trek, you can see two world’s highest mountains eight thousand above Annapurna I (8091m) and Dhaulagiri (8168m). You will pass through beautiful hills with the lush green forest, and villages, and breathe in the fresh mountain air.
If your trek Poon Hill in the spring season, you will be overjoyed because of the blooming Rhododendron. It covers the forest flowers in different colors, which was amazing during the trek. Not only that you have an experience of different ethnic cultures and traditions of the local people. The tea houses provide hospitality service to their guest. You enjoy the different food of the local areas during the trek.
This short and easy trek at lower altitudes doesn’t have the risk of altitude sickness.
Ghorepani Poon Hill trek can be possible throughout the year with the proper preparation according to the trekking season. This fabulous trek has flexible itineraries. The trek can be completed in two days trek. And you can extend your time frame. So, here we have different options to trek in Poon Hill trek.
Day 01: Drive to Nayapool (1,070m) from Pokhara and Trek to Ulleri (1,900m), ½ hour drive 5-6 hour walk
Day 02: Hike to Poon Hill (3,210m) and Trek to Ghorepani (2,860m), 5 hour’s walk
Day 03: Trek back to Ulleri and Drive back to Pokhara (800m), a 4-hour walk, a 3-hour drive
Poon Hill Trek 4 Days Itinerary
Day 01: Drive to Nayapool (1,070M) from Pokhara (800m), and Trek to Ulleri (1,900m), ½ hour drive, a 5-6 hour walk
Day 02: Trek to Ghorepani (2860m), a 5-hour walk
Day 03: Early morning hike to Poon Hill (3,210m) and Trek to Ghandruk (1,920m), a 7-8 hours walk
Day 04: Trek to Nayapool and Drive back to Pokhara, a 5-hour walk, and ½ hour’s drive (If don’t want to walk further, you can drive back from Ghandruk. Here is also a possible private vehicle or Public vehicle as your choice. A private vehicle will be a faster and more comfortable journey through the bumpy road in a remote region.)
Note: If you are starting a trip from Kathmandu, you have an early morning flight to Pokhara and start your trip. It will take around 25 minutes to fly.
Best Seasons for Poon Hill Trek:
Can visit nearly all seasons of the year, but most are preferred in the springtime of March to May. During this season, wildflowers, especially rhododendrons (Nepal’s national flower), will be in full bloom, with bright morning till afternoon, with some chances of rain sometimes.
October to early December is another best month around Autumn/Fall and the start of winter. Nearly all days are clear for views and pleasant walks, but cold and freezing temperatures around high altitudes can expect snow sometimes.
Poon Hill Trek-5 days
It is totally beyond the expectation of the trekkers that will help you to get incredible views of diverse landscapes where you enjoy the high-altitude Himalayan range. Typical local tea houses provided amazing lodging and food service. It was also easily accessible from Pokhara city. So, the trek will provide you with a short and sweet adventure that would be perfect for beginners and a short time in Nepal.
Best sunrise and sunset viewpoint
Super excited Poon Hill Ghorepani place every trekker to get thrilling views of mountains as well as enjoy the sunrise and sunset viewpoint. Ghorepani is the station of the trek and you have to climb for around 45 minutes you will arrive at Poonhill which is the best place to explore the natural beauty of the Annapurna region. This hike is not that much tough but you forget all the steps while reaching the top.
Why choose the Poon Hill trek?
The shortest and easiest trail
Offers thrilling 360 views of crystal clear Himalayas.
Cool and calm forest walks.
Waterfall and river walks.
A pleasant walk with beautiful birds chirping sounds
Experience different local villages along the trekking trail
Ghandruk village
Ghandruk village represents a famous typical Gurung village that offers you various cultural aspects. But also possible to explore the natural beauty. Here you find a museum that will provide full of information about the ancient culture and their daily lifestyle through the different representative aspects. It was the perfect place to live because of the moderate types of weather in summer as well as the winter season. I love that place so I frequently visit because local tea houses provide you homely environment. Plus, they also offer local products for the food, so it was a pleasure to test these types of local cushions.
Poon Hill Trek Difficulty
Poon hill trek is a moderate to easy level trekking trail compared to any other trekking route in the Annapurna region. You don’t need any kind of experience or technical knowledge. From Thikhadhunga to Ullerai is one of the hardest parts of climbing uphill otherwise rest of the trek is easy but you must walk numerous ups and downhill. It was a safe and enjoyable trek, you didn’t find any difficulty while you were in the middle of the forest. During the trek, you can meet with many trekkers that give you a kind of support and safety feeling. So, this was free from the difficulty short trekking destination.
Poon Hill Trek 5 Days Short Outline Itinerary
Day 01: Drive to Nayapul, start the walk to Tirkhedhunga 1,460 m- 05 hrs.
Day 02: Trek to Ghorepani 2,860 m-06 hrs.
Day 03: Hike to Poon Hill 3,210 and trek to Tadapani 2,640 m – 05 hrs.
Day 04: Trek to Ghandruk Village 1,940 m -04 hrs.
Day 05: Trek to the road head and drive to Pokhara-04 hrs.
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