| Group size: | Min 2 pax | Max-Altitude: | 3,210 m/10,531 ft |
| Destination: | Nepal | ||
| Arrival on: | Kathmandu, Nepal | Departure from: | kathmandu |
| Meals: | All meals during trek | ||
| Accommodation: | Hotels/Mountain Lodges | ||
| Fitness level: | Moderate | ||
The 10 days Annapurna Poon Hill Trek itinerary covers nearly 120 km with the goal of reaching Annapurna Base Camp (4131m) and then descend down to Pokhara. During the 10 days Annapurna Poon Hill Trek you will get a chance to walk across mountain villages, river valleys, waterfalls, and forests with a most stunning view.
Day 01: Arrive in Kathmandu
Altitude:1,400 m | Meal: Breakfast
Day 02: Drive to Pokhara in a Tourist Bus
Trek: 6/7 hours | Meal: Breakfast
Day 03: Drive to Nayapul
Altitude:1,010 m and Trek to Tikhedunga - Altitude:1,570 m | Trek: 4 hours | Meal: BLD
Day 04: Trek to Ghorepani
Altitude:2,840 m | Trek: 5 hours | Meal: BLD
Day 05: Hike up to Poon Hill
Altitude:3,210 m and Trek to Tadapani - Altitude:2,610 m | Trek: 7 hours | Meal: BLD
Day 06: Trek to Ghandruk
Altitude:1,940 m | Trek: 4 hours | Meal: BLD
Day 07: Trek to Nayapul and Drive to Pokhara
Trek: 5 hours | Meal: BLD
Day 08: Drive Back to Kathmandu
Trek: 7 hrs | Meal: BD
Day 09: Spare Day
Meal: Breakfast
Day 10: Transfer to the International Airport for Your Final Departure.
Meal: Breakfast
Day 01: Arrive in Kathmandu - Altitude:1,400 m | Meal: Breakfast
Our airport representative with the Treks Planner Nepal signboard will be receiving you at Tribhuvan International Airport, Kathmandu (outside the airport terminal). You will be then transferred to your respective hotel in our private tourist vehicle.
Note: If you happen to arrive after 6 pm you would be briefed about the trip by our guide, this will be the pre-trip meeting for you, so please make sure that you ask all the questions. But if you arrive earlier than 6 pm, your pre-trip meeting would be on that very day at our office. During the meeting, we will introduce your trek leader/guide. Please do not hesitate to ask questions about your trek or anything that is related to your trip. To make you feel comfortable, we schedule a welcome dinner for you in a popular restaurant in the city where you can enjoy authentic Nepali meal along with cultural programs including ethnic dance and songs and then you will spend your night at the hotel in Kathmandu.
Day 02: Drive to Pokhara in a Tourist Bus | Trek: 6/7 hours | Meal: Breakfast
Our trekking staff will pick you up at the hotel at 6:30 am and escort you to the tourist bus station. The bus to Pokhara leaves at around 7:30 am. A beautiful valley set on the banks of the Phewa Lake, Pokhara is also known for its panoramic views of Annapurna and Machapuchare (shape of fish tail) in the north, Dhaulagiri in the west and Lamjung Himal and Manaslu in the east. It is smaller and much less hectic than Kathmandu, hence providing the perfect starting point for our trek.
Day 03: Drive to Nayapul - Altitude:1,010 m and Trek to Tikhedunga - Altitude:1,570 m | Trek: 4 hours | Meal: BLD
We begin our trek at Nayapul after an hour drive on a private vehicle from Pokhara. After a short 15-minute walk along the banks of the Modi Khola, we reach Birethanti (1,015 m), a large village with many shops and teahouses. From there, the trail continues through the village and follows the north bank of the Bhurungdi Khola. The trail climbs steadily up the side of the valley to Hille at 1,495 m. After a short climb, we reach Tikhedhunga at 1,570 m. Today’s walk is relatively short and easy, a prelude to the trekking experience in the Annapurna region.
Day 04: Trek to Ghorepani - Altitude:2,840 m | Trek: 5 hours | Meal: BLD
We move on towards the steep climb to Ulleri, a large Magar village at an altitude of 2,070 m. The trail ascends more gently from this point, through fine forests of oak and rhododendrons, towards Banthanti at 2,250 m. Then we trek towards Nangethanti at 2,460 m. After an hour walk, we arrive at Ghorepani (2,840 m).
Day 05: Hike up to Poon Hill - Altitude:3,210 m and Trek to Tadapani - Altitude:2,610 m | Trek: 7 hours | Meal: BLD
Today, very early in the morning, we start an hour hiking to Poon Hill at an elevation of 3,210 m, a brilliant mountain range spectacle; this vantage point provides an unobstructed view of the sunrise over the high Himalayas. There we spend about 1 hour and returning to Ghorepani, we take a hot breakfast. Then we make a climb along ridges, and through pine and rhododendron forests, towards Deurali (2,960 m). After that, we descend to the Banthanti, then turn off to Tadapani.
Day 06: Trek to Ghandruk - Altitude:1,940 m | Trek: 4 hours | Meal: BLD
From Tadapani the trail descends through forests to Ghandruk, a village of Gurung people, one of the ethnic groups of Nepal. They have their own dialect, culture, costume, and lifestyle. Ghandruk is also home to many Gurkha soldiers. It is a famous destination for trekkers as it is known for its beautiful mountain views and also because it is within easy reach from Pokhara and Kathmandu. We have the afternoon to visit the Annapurna Conservation Office and museums and explore the village.
Day 07: Trek to Nayapul and Drive to Pokhara – 5 hours | Meal: BLD
Today, we are going to end our trek at Nayapul followed by a short drive back to Pokhara. After reaching Pokhara, you can have a relaxing afternoon and take some stroll around the lakeside.
Day 08: Drive Back to Kathmandu | Trek: 7 hrs | Meal: BD
We will be driving back to Kathmandu in the morning.
Day 09: Spare Day | Meal: Breakfast
The spare daytime in Kathmandu is free for further exploration and some last-minute shopping in Thamel area.
Day 10: Transfer to the International Airport for Your Final Departure. | Meal: Breakfast
The trip concludes today. Our airport representative will drop you at the international airport in Kathmandu for your flight departure from Nepal.
During the trip weather, local politics, transport or a multitude of other factors, that are beyond our control can result in a change of itinerary. It is, however, very unlikely that the itinerary would be substantially altered, if alterations are necessary the leader will decide what is the best alternative, taking into consideration the best interests of the whole group. Where a change does occur, we do everything we can to minimize its effect, but we cannot be responsible for the results of changes or delays.
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Walking in higher altitudes is more physically demanding than walking in the lower altitudes, however, if we are in excellent health with average physical fitness, have a positive attitude, self-confidence, and strong determination, we can accomplish the trek successfully. Exercising and jogging regularly for some weeks prior to the trip is a good idea to enhance our strength and stability. Past hiking experience would be an asset but no technical skill is required for this trip. It is important that we consult with our doctor before we decide and set up for the Annapurna Poon Hill Trek. Participants with pre-existing medical conditions such as heart, lung, and blood diseases should inform Treks Planner Nepal before booking the trek.
Trekking in the Himalayan region goes through unexpected complication like natural and health challenges resulting changes in the itinerary for your own security reason, If such incident happens during the trek our professional Guide, Porters and leader take you to final point safely for evacuation so, please be friendly with your guide for more achievements and protection. Flights in the Himalayan region often get canceled even in the best season due to bad weather so we request our travelers to carry luggage for extra days.
Our website contains as much information as possible about this trip but if you want, we can still customize the itinerary according to your wish and preferable time for visit. Feel free to write to us or you can even give us a call if you would like to discuss any aspect regarding the trip.
During the trip weather, local politics, transport or a multitude of other factors, that are beyond our control can result in a change of itinerary. It is, however, very unlikely that the itinerary would be substantially altered, if alterations are necessary the leader will decide what is the best alternative, taking into consideration the best interests of the whole group. Where a change does occur, we do everything we can to minimize its effect, but we cannot be responsible for the results of changes or delays.