Ghorepani Poon Hill Sunrise Trek: Highlight
- Exciting and scenic walks to Ghorepani poon hill sunrise trek 9 days with amazing sunrise views.
- Within high green hills covered with tall rhododendron-magnolia and pines tree lines.
- Walk from low warm paddy fields to cooler alpine hills covered within charming woodland.
- Explore traditional Gurung and Pun Magar farm villages.
Ghorepani poon hill sunrise trek 9 days is a moderate and scenic short journey on the mid-hills of the Annapurna base camp Trek range. In addition, the Himalaya range of peaks with ever-present views of mountains all along the walks from the start to the end of the trek. Ghorepani trek is an ideal outdoor holiday suitable for all types of people. Especially, from young to elderly as well as family-school / college groups, corporate executives, and honeymoon couples.
You will be in the comfort of nice local lodges. Most importantly with the great homely hospitality of local mountain villagers. The trek is great and scenic. And the cultural country walk leads you to the southern side of Annapurna Himalaya. It is on the old Trans-Himalayan Salt Trade of Nepal and Tibet. Moreover, it stretches higher towards Mustang areas from Ghorepani village.
Poon hill sunrise Trekking is an enjoyable trip. Therefore, it takes you through interesting farm villages of Gurung and Pun Magar hill tribes of Annapurna areas. And within the enchanting forest of rhododendron trees, which is regarded as the world’s largest natural garden. In spring and summer, the hill will be alive when flowers are in full bloom. The journey continues reaching the highest spot of the adventure on top Poon Hill above 3,210 m high. It is an amazing array of Himalayan peaks with stunning sunrise views from this beautiful scenic hilltop above Ghorepani village.
Ghorepani poon hill sunrise trekking 9 days starts from Kathmandu and then the exciting drive to picturesque Pokhara valley. It is blessed with the natural beauty of mountains and lakes in Pokhara. Our marvelous adventure Ghorepani Poonhill trek concludes back at Pokhara with a wonderful and fabulous time.
Short Itinerary for Ghorepani Poon Hill Sunrise Trek
Day 01: Arrive in Kathmandu 1,345 m and then transfer to respective Hotels
Day 02: Drive to Pokhara 860 m – 06 hrs journey
Day 03: Drive beyond Nayapul and then trek to Ulleri village 1,740 m – 06 hrs.
Day 04: Trek to Ghorepani village 2,845 m – 04 hrs.
Day 05: Hike to Poon Hill and then continue walking to Tadapani 2,680 m – 06 hrs.
Day 06: Trek to Ghandruk s 1,460 m – 05 hrs.
Day 07: Trek to Nayapul then drive back to Pokhara 860 m – 05 hr.
Day 08: Drive to Kathmandu and then transfer to your hotels.
Day 09: International departure for homeward bound or to respective countries
Trip Details Itinerary
Day 01: Arrive in Kathmandu and then transfer to respective Hotels
- Distance : 7 Km
- Duration : 30 Minutes drive to hotel
- Max. Altitude :1,345 m
On reaching Kathmandu via respective airlines well received by company guides and staff for a short drive in the hub of Kathmandu city where your hotels are located.After checking into your lovely rooms and getting refreshed join in at the Hotel lobby for a group briefing regarding treks and other useful information to make your stay in Nepal enjoyable and pleasant. The evening includes a group welcome dinner in nice Nepalese restaurants with cultural programs as entertainment with dinner.
- Accommodation: 3 Star Hotel
- Meals Include:
Day 02: Drive to Pokhara
- Distance : 200 km
- Duration : 7 to 8 hours
- Max. Altitude :860 m.
Pun Hill Annapurna Panorama Trekking begins with the overland drive to Nepal Mid-West taking a comfortable coach or in Tourist Bus to reach scenic Pokhara, a beautiful and leading touristic place in all Himalaya range, with warm sub-tropical temperatures and close views of Annapurna Himalaya with Mt. Machhapuchare ‘Fish Tail’.On reaching Pokhara transfer to respective hotels by the Phewa Lake with views of Annapurna and Machhapuchare peak, afternoon at leisure for short walks around the lakeside.
- Accommodation: 3 Star Hotel
- Meals Include: Breakfast
Day 03: Drive beyond Nayapul and trek to Ulleri village
- Distance : 45 Km
- Duration : 7 to 8 hours
- Max. Altitude :1,740 m.
Morning departs from the hotel taking a short drive where the journey takes you beyond Pokhara, a valley facing views of Manaslu and Annapurna Himalaya. On reaching Nayapul following Modi River to Bhirethati village from here drive leads further past farm villages and terraced fields to reach Hille on the foothills of Annapurna, where our first-day walk begins heading for high hills on stone steps to reach the nice and lovely village at Ulleri with views of Annapurna peaks. From this small farm village o, ur first-day walk starts heading north with the steep climb on stone-paved steps to Jhinu village located on a high scenic ridge, from this village a short walk downhill leads you to a natural hot spring by the Modi River.
- Accommodation: Tea House
- Meals Include: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner
Day 04: Trek to Ghorepani village
- Distance : 12 km
- Duration : 4 to 5 hours
- Max. Altitude :2,845 m
The morning begins heading uphill to reach a ridge above Ulleri and Bhanthati villages, as the walk continues on the gradual winding path into the deep forest covered with tall rhododendron-magnolia-pines-oak and fir trees. Slowly walk climb the higher side of the mid-hills to reach charming Ghorepani village with blue-painted houses serving as lodges for trekkers offering marvelous views of the Dhaulagiri range of peaks with Annapurna Mountain. Ghorepani is situated on the old Trans-Himalayan Salt Trade Route of Nepal and Tibet where the route leads past Upper Mustang to the Tibet Border called Karo-la. A wonderful spot in the midst of tall rhododendron trees, in spring the whole hills turn to magic when rhododendron flowers are in full blooms of different colors.
- Accommodation: Tea House
- Meals Include: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner
Day 05: Hike Pun Hill and continue walking to Tadapani
- Distance : 15 Km
- Duration : 5 to 6 hours
- Max. Altitude :2,680 m
Early morning hike for an hour or more uphill to Pun Hill on the highest spot of the adventure at above 3,210 m high offering striking sunrise views over a panorama of peaks that includes the Dhaulagiri-Tukuche-Nilgiris-Annapurna and Manaslu range of mountains with majestic Machhapuchare Himal ‘Fish Tail peak’.Enjoying breathtaking super views of mountains with sunrise head back to Ghorepani for breakfast and continue trek heading uphill into rhododendron forest with fantastic views of peaks and then downhill with the last climb to reach Tadapani, located in the midst of a forest with superb views.
- Accommodation: Tea House
- Meals Include: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner
Day 06: Trek to Ghandruk villages
- Distance : 10 km
- Duration : 4 hours
- Max. Altitude :1,460 m
From Tadapani morning walk leads downhill into the mist-filled forest to reach terraced farm fields above Ghandruk village, one of the major and large Gurung villages of Annapurna areas.
- Accommodation: Tea House
- Meals Include: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner
Day 07: Trek to Nayapul then drive back to Pokhara 860 m 5-hour walk and 1-hour drive
- Distance : 55 km
- Duration : 5 to 7 hours
- Max. Altitude : 860 m
This is our last day walk through the scenic landscapes and local villages to get down to the Syalui Bazar rattled on the riverbank of Modi. The walk is pleasant most of the way following the Modi River until Birethanthi and an easy trek to Nayapul. Our adventure ends here and we drive back to Pokhara for the overnight.
- Accommodation: Hotel
- Meals Include: Breakfast and Lunch
Day 08: From Pokhara drive to Kathmandu
- Distance : 200 Km
- Duration : 7 to 8 hours
- Max. Altitude :1,345 m
After a wonderful time in the high mountains and hills, taking a morning driving journey back to Kathmandu, on reaching Kathmandu after 5-6 hours of nice interesting drive, transfer to respective hotels with the afternoon free at leisure or last day shopping souvenirs and handicrafts. (Options by air 30 minutes flight back to Kathmandu with great views)
- Accommodation: 3 Star Hotel
- Meals Include: Breakfast and Farewell Dinner
Day 09: International Departure for Homeward Bound.
- Distance : 7 Km
- Duration : 30 Minutes transfer to airport
- Max. Altitude :
Last day in Nepal in the country of high Himalayan mountains with fascinating culture, after a memorable time on Pun Hill Annapurna Panorama Trekking with wonderful adventure and experience, as per your international flight time our staff transfers you to the airport for the flight homeward bound or to your next p
- Accommodation:
- Meals Include: Breakfast
Cost Details
THE PACKAGE INCLUDES THE FOLLOWING SERVICE
- Airport Pick up & drop by private car in Kathmandu
- Pre-trip meeting in Kathmandu before the trek
- 2 Nights Accommodation in Kathmandu with Breakfast
- 2 Night accommodation in Pokhara with breakfast
- 3 Times Meals with Cup of Tea Or Coffee (Break Fast, Lunch & Dinner)
- All mountain accommodation (Soft, comfortable, private room with shared toilet)
- An experienced, helpful, friendly, and English-speaking Trekking Guide. His well-paid salary, meals, accommodation insurance, etc.
- All necessary paperwork and permits (Annapurna Conservation permit and TIMS )
- Down jacket, four seasonal sleeping bag and a duffel bag (down jacket, sleeping bag and duffel bag are to be returned after trip completion
- Guide salaries, insurance, equipment, transport, food, and lodging
- Strong experienced Sherpa helpers [porters] with meals, accommodation, salary, and insurance (one porter for two people )
- All Ground Transportation
- 1 Well Plan Trekking T-shirt
- Daily seasonal fresh fruits as per the availability
- Private transport Pokhara to Naya Pul (trail foot)
- Kathmandu -Pokhara-Kathmandu by tourist bus
- A comprehensive medical kit
- Worst case rescue and medical evacuation arrangements
- All government and local taxes
- Farewell dinner in Kathmandu at the cultural restaurant
THE PACKAGE EXCLUDES THE FOLLOWING SERVICE
- Nepal entry visa fee (you may easily issue the visa upon your arrival at Tribhuwan International Airport – Katmandu).
- Your Travel and rescue insurance.
- Your personal expenses. (Phone call, Laundry service, bar bills, battery recharge, a bottle of water or hot water, shower, etc.) All the alcoholic drinks and bar bills.
- International airfare and airport departure tax.
- Extra Hotel accommodation in Kathmandu because of early arrival or late departure. early arrive from the mountain (due to any reason) Than the scheduled Itinerary
- Services not mentioned in the ‘Cost Included’ section and referred to as ‘optional’
- Kathmandu and Pokhara lunch and Dinner
- Tips for the guide and porter.
Equipment’s
Recommended equipment list
This list is a guide to help you pack for your trip. This is not intended to be a comprehensive clothing and equipment list; rather it is intended to act as a reminder of those items that we feel necessary for your comfort and convenience. we also suggest that you pack only what is necessary.
Head
- A warm hat that covers your ears
- Sunglasses
- Sun hat
- Headlamp with extra batteries
Upper body
- T-shirts
- Fleece jacket or sweater
- Fleece wind –stopper jacket
- Waterproof shell jacket
- Down vest and /or jacket (optional)Hands
- Lightweight gloves (water /windproof)
- Heavyweight gloves or mittens with a waterproof shell outer
Lower body
- Underwear
- Hiking trousers
- Fleece or woolen trousers
- Lightweight thermal bottoms
- Lightweight cotton pants
- Waterproof (preferably breathable fabric )shell pants Feet
- Thin lightweight inner socks
- Heavy poly or wool socks
- Hiking boots with spare laces
- Camp shoes (sneakers and sandals)
Sleeping
- Sleeping bag (good to -10 degrees C de 14 degrees F)
- Fleece sleeping bag liner (optional)Toiletries
- Toothbrush /paste
- Multi-purpose soap
- Nail clippers
- Deodorants
- Medium-sized quick-drying towel
- Face and body moisturizer
- Small mirror
- Female hygiene products
Personal hygiene
- Wet wipes (baby wipes)
- Tissue/toilet roll
- Antibacterial hand wash
Medical
- Small, personal first-aid kit (simple and light)
- A cough and /or cold medicine
- Anti –altitude sickness pills; Diamox or acetazolamide
- Stomach antibiotic
Extras /luxuries
- Reading book
- Trail map /guidebook
- Journal and pen
- Travel game(chess, backgammon, playing cards etc)
- Modest swimsuit
- Binoculars
- Camera
Trip Map
FAQ
Physically condition & experience requirements
For a physically fit person of all ages with sound health who has done moderately to strenuous walking and activity before or at present. This type of trek involves long ups and downs and the length of walking will be from 5 – 7 hours every day with rest and break in between. The whole trip goes from a week to two weeks or more in the high altitude. This trip is for well-experienced people who have done previous long high hills or mountainous trekking in and around the Himalayas or other mountainous areas on rough terrains, this trip involves walking in snow and ice conditions sometimes and encountering high of over 4,000 meters passes, as for moderate people can join on this type of trips as long they are super physically fit and a mind with positive and determinations. Past hiking experience is a must but no technical skill is required for this trip .participants with pre-existing medical conditions such as heart, lung, and blood diseases should inform well plan trekking before booking the trek. we also recommend that you consult your doctors before the trip.
Accommodations on the trek
In Kathmandu, we use the deluxe hotel to ensure a comfortable stay and a relaxed environment before and after your adventure. All breakfasts are included at the hotel in Kathmandu. Rooms are generally twin share – depending on group size and room availability, the triple share may be offered at your request. A single supplement room is available at an additional cost. And on request single supplement will be charged US$200.well plan trekking will arrange clean and comfortable rooms with attached washrooms; however, teahouses in some places only have shared washing and toilet facilities. also, note that single rooms are available in the trekking regions at the lower elevation but it might be difficult to find them at higher elevations.
Meals during the trek
In the city, only breakfast is included in the trip itinerary. While on the trek, we provide good quality food in sufficient quantities from Tea Houses/Mt. lodges. We provide all meals on full board (Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner, and tea & coffee) from the teahouse menu during the trekking period. Various meals include noodles items, soups, bread, rice item, curries, spaghetti, pizza, egg items, potatoes item, pasta, the fresh vegetable so overall you have a different choice of food on the trek.
Drinking-Water
Staying hydrated is important when undertaking any physical activity but particularly so at the altitude where it is generally recommended to drink at least 3-4 liters per person per day. We strongly encourage you not to buy bottled water on the trek as this contributes to the growing problem of plastic pollution in Nepal’s trekking areas.
All tea houses will provide cold water free of charge if requested. Although this should not be drunk untreated, we recommend that you bring a reusable bottle with a wide opening (Nalgene or similar) with you and use a SteriPEN to treat it. A SteriPEN is a handheld UV water purifier – small, lightweight, and battery-powered so easy to pack for a trek. In Nepal’s trekking regions, most of the bottled water isn’t strictly ‘mineral water’ anyway but is UV treated, so it’s exactly the same technology. It’s quick to use, far more effective than purification tablets, and the water is ready immediately. It’s fine to use a SteriPEN on non-boiled water so long as it isn’t cloudy or full of sediment (which is uncommon in these regions).
TRAVEL & MEDICAL INSURANCE
Before you book any of our trips we strongly suggest that you buy medical and travel insurance to make you stay while traveling in Nepal Himalaya or neighboring countries, which will help and support you, in case medical and travel problems arise and situations beyond the company’s control. If such a situation arises with emergency evacuation, where your medical bills on using transportation services by Helicopter or other means you can directly claim from your insurance, which is to be paid by you or by your insurance company on the spot.
Where Well Plan Treks will obtain a strong letter of the incidents that occurred so that you can claim from your insurance agents. In case of mishaps and accidents or severe illness, we will contact your insurance company if it is okay to use Heli or other immediate life-saving processes and transportation to the nearest medical post and hospitals, where your insurance company will directly pay related expenses accordingly as per situations and conditions of the victims. For all trips with us, we need your contact address as well as your next of kin, family members, close relatives, or friends in case of emergency purposes.
Climate and Weather
The climate of Nepal is as varied as its geography. The low-lying Terai has a sub-tropical monsoonal climate. The Himalayan foothills, where most of our treks take place, are best in the cool dry season from September to May. The traditional trekking season in Nepal is from late September to May, with October and November generally recognized as having the best weather. Spring is also a popular time of year with warmer weather and the advantage of seeing spring flowers and rhododendrons in bloom. The visibility is good, and the days are pleasantly warm, although nights can be cold, and snow is possible above 3,000 meters.
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