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Poon Hill Trek

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Poon Hill Trek

Ghorepani Poon Hill Trek, also popularly known as Annapurna Sunrise Trekking, or Annapurna Panorama Trekking is one of the most popular and fairly simple treks meandering through the region's beautiful ethnic villages of Gurungs and Magars community. Poon Hill Trekking in Nepal invigorating through some rhododendron forests, terraced hills, warm villages, stunning paddy fields lets you feel the Himalayan panorama while allowing you to get close to local culture. Poon Hill Trek is naturally well known for Poon Hill views. Ghorepani lies on a big trail that connects many other villages as well as the Annapurna Base Camp. Depending on the trekker, it can usually be approached from the South-East direction by foot from about 10 hours. On their way to Ghorepani, however, many trekkers choose to stop overnight at one of the lower villages. Ghorepani, covering the distance for two days due to the steepness of the route, the altitude rise and the beauty of the natural environment. The trail includes Shikha, Dana, and Chitre villages. The sublime glory of sunrise over the Himalayas from Poon Hill with the stunning panorama of the enormous Himalayas like Annapurna South, Annapurna I, Annapurna II, III, and IV, Dhaulagiri, Lamjung Himal, Gangapurna, and Manaslu are the best things about Ghorepani poon hill trek. Ghorepani Poon Hill Trekking is suitable for people of all ages, especially good for families with kids taking 4-5 days. So, if you're planning a family holiday, contact the Wongchhu Peak Promotion team.

Overview

Trip Code WPP-003-GPT

Destination Nepal

Altitude 3850m

Region Annapurna Region

Season Spring and Autumn

Difficulty Moderate

Accomodation Hotel, Lodge, and Tea House

Duration 11 Days

Itinerary

Day 1 : Arrive in the Kathmandu Day 2 : Sightseeing around Kathmandu Valley Day 3 : Drive to Pokhara from Kathmandu Day 4 : Drive to Nayapul (1,070m/3,509ft) & hike to Tikhedhunga (1,540m/5,051ft) Day 5 : Trek to Ghorepani (2,850m/9,348ft) Day 6 : Hike to Poon Hill & Trek to Tadapani (2,660m/8,724ft) Day 7 : Trek from Tadapani to Ghandruk (1,940m/6,363ft) Day 8 : Trek from Ghandruk to Nayapul & drive to Pokhara (830m/2,722ft) Day 9 : Fly back to Kathmandu Day 10 : Leisure day at Kathmandu Day 11 : Departure

Day 1: Arrive in the Kathmandu

Upon your arrival at Tribhuvan International Airport, Kathmandu, our company representative will meet and welcome you to Nepal and then you'll be transferred to your confirmed hotel. Once you finish the check-in procedure, you can rest & relax at the hotel. Later you will be accompained by the office staff for a short tour of Thamel to make you familiar with some good restaurants, ATMs, money changer and other necessary places you might need during your stay in Thamel.

Day 2: Sightseeing around Kathmandu Valley

After morning breakfast Wongchhu Peak Promotion will introduce you with your tour guide and he will pick you from the respective hotel for an interesting tour of Swayambhunath Stupa located on a hilltop, with fabulous views of Kathmandu city, green hills that surround the valley and of high snow-capped mountains. Swayambhunath one of the oldest historical sites listed in the world heritage of more than 2,5000 years old Buddhist religious complex with huge dome shape stupa with four mystical eyes of Buddha overlooking four directions North, South, East, and West. After an impressive tour visiting the monastery and small chapels, this place surrounded by green forest with many monkeys around and this place is also known as “Monkey Temple”.

Next nice tour leads towards east of Kathmandu city at Pashupatinath Temple Area, tourist or non Hindu are not allowed inside the main temple, however one can overlook the temple from the bank of Bagmati river the holy and famous Shiva temple with golden pagoda tier roofs and four silver doors surrounded with lovely forest with many monkeys around. This place is flooded in the mid-February on Shiva Ratri (birth anniversary of Lord Shiva). Nearby on the opposite bank of the river funeral and cremation takes places for all Hindu religion.

Then after drive towards northeast reaching at Bouddhanath Stupa also called as “Little Tibet” due to strong Tibetan influence in culture, traditions and Buddhist religion, Bouddhanath a huge dome with tow tier where one can walk up near the top with nice views of surrounding Bouddhanath area with shop, stores, restaurants, and monasteries.

After a fascinating and lovely historical and cultural tour return back to respective hotels. Then take rest for a while and in the evening you will meet with your trekking guide and a representative from Wongchhu Peak Promotion (WPP) office for short briefing before your trip because you should know all the essential factors and places before going to the trek.

Day 3: Drive to Pokhara from Kathmandu

Today, we drive to Pokhara in luxurious tourist bus eye sightseeing through the attractive scene of Nepalese countryside like Muglin, Gorkha- Manakamana, Pokhara-Prithvi Narayan Chowk, bus station, lakeside of Pokhara. These countrysides offer the various vegetations, green forest, rivers, narrow, congested, roundabout roads, and very beautiful green hills.

One can also take a flight to Pokhara.

Day 4: Drive to Nayapul (1,070m/3,509ft) & hike to Tikhedhunga (1,540m/5,051ft)

In the clear morning attractive Snow-White Mountain allure you. With the various heart-stealing views of snowy walls and mountain, your trek leads to the Nayapul. Around two hours drive, you reach in Nayapul. With the glance of Birethanti, we start to walk through the bank of Modi Khola/River. Indeed, pine forest, rhododendron, rural community belongs to ethnics groups with the beautiful sight of lowland rice fields. We stay overnight at Tikhedhunga.

Day 5: Trek to Ghorepani (2,850m/9,348ft)

Today also we start our trek after breakfast. Our long uphill from the Tikhe Dhunga will be started and continued until arrived at Ulleri village. The long stone steps trail offers you a range of exiting landscape and Himalayan vista. This ascending is a little bit difficult. This day we pass through the rhododendron forest, beautiful villages exploring various types of flora and fauna. You also enjoy the majestic views of the mountains like Annapurna, Dhaulagiri, Nilgiri and many more.

Day 6: Hike to Poon Hill & Trek to Tadapani (2,660m/8,724ft)

In the morning, we go up to Poon Hill to see the view of the sunrise in the snow clad mountains over the Himalaya. Besides, the glimpse of the Himalaya range of Dolpo, Annapurna, Machhapuchhre, and Dhaulagiri come in front of your eyes. After some time we return back to the Ghorepani and trek to Tadapani, which lies 300 meters down from Ghorepani. In the process of descending down to Tadapani, we pass through the dense forest where we encounter monkeys, birds, and other wild animals.

Day 7: Trek from Tadapani to Ghandruk (1,940m/6,363ft)

Today, we descend steeply through forests and reach Ghandruk village at noon. We have the afternoon to visit the Annapurna conservation office and museum. We spend the night at Ghandruk.

Day 8: Trek from Ghandruk to Nayapul & drive to Pokhara (830m/2,722ft)

Today we walk down from Ghandruk village and meet a flat trail along the Modi Khola. Eventually, we make a circuit when we reach Birethanti. We continue walking towards Nayapul. We then drive to Pokhara. Overnight stay at Pokhara.

Day 9: Fly back to Kathmandu

We fly to Kathmandu in the afternoon. After arriving in Kathmandu, we will be escorted to our hotel. We enjoy the day leisurely or catch up on shopping or explore any landmarks we missed during our first day in Kathmandu. Overnight in Kathmandu.

Day 10: Leisure day at Kathmandu

Leisure day at Kathmandu followed by farewell dinner & celebration. Leisure day at Kathmandu followed by farewell dinner & celebration. You can ask your guide to take you on a sightseeing trip inside Kathmandu Valley. On this day you can go to the various museums around the valley including the Narayanhiti Museum which earlier used to be the residence of the last king of Nepal. You may also go to the hilltop of Nagarkot. After some sightseeing around the world heritage sites in the valley, you will have a farewell dinner and enjoy with your Nepali friends and guide. You might even make plans for extending your stay for Chitwan jungle safari, rafting activities, and more with your guide.

Day 11: Departure

Finally it’s SEE OFF TIME. You will be picked from Hotel by representatives of Wongchhu Peak Promotion staff and dropped at Tribhuvan International Airport with a hope to see you again.

Includes

All airport/hotel transfers,
4 nights Kathmandu in Kathmandu with breakfast,
A full day sightseeing tour in Kathmandu valley including tour guide, Transportations, and entrance fees,
Kathmandu- Pokhara-Kathmandu airplane flight and departure taxes OR Tourist Bus for both way,
Food and Accommodation during trekking (full board service – breakfast, lunch, and dinner + hot water),
An experienced English speaking trekking guide and Sherpa porters to carry luggage including their salary, insurance, equipment, flight, food, and lodging,
All necessary paper works,
Wongchhu Peak Promotion Trekking duffel bag and trekking map,
Travel and rescue arrangements,
Insurance for Nepali Staff,
Welcome and Farewell Dinner.

Excludes

Extra night accommodation in Kathmandu because of early arrival, late departure, early return from mountain (due to any reason) than the scheduled itinerary,
If required to change from airplane to helicopter to/from Pokhara due to weather issues, the additional cost of the helicopter will be shared amongst clients,
Personal trekking and climbing gear,
Meals in Kathmandu (except breakfast and farewell dinner),
Alcohol and Beverages during the trek and climbing season,
Personal expenses (phone calls, laundry, bar bills, battery recharge, shower, etc.),
Emergency Medical Evacuation & any medical costs.

Equipments

1.0 Travel Documents

Valid passport
Credit/Debit card
Passport size photo (6 pieces)
Insurance paper and contact address
Family contact number

2.0 Upper Body Wear

Thermal Top Base Layer (2 Pcs)
Fleece Jacket (1 Pcs)
Gore-Tex Jacket (1 Pcs)
Down Jacket (1 Pcs)
Cotton T-Shirt (2 Pcs)

3.0 Lower Body Wear

Thermal Bottom Base Layer (2 Pcs)
Fleece Trouser (1pcs)
Gore-Tex Pant (1 pcs)
Mid Weight Pants (1Pcs)
Light Weight Quick Dry Trekking Pants (2-3 Pairs)
Gaiters for trekking boots

4.0 Headwear

Sun Cap
Fleece Hat/ Warm Hat (1-2 Pcs)
Neck Gaiter (2 Pcs)

5.0 Handwear

Thin fleece gloves
Wind stopper/screen tap gloves

6.0 Footwear

Normal Socks (2-3 Pairs)
Trekking Shoes (Gore-Tex)
Slipper (1 Pair)

7.0 Sleeping Bags

Sleeping bag -20°c to -30°c for Base camp
Down Sleeping Bag -40°c for extreme comfort
Thermarests Mattress (Cell foam)
Sleeping bag Liner
Inflatable Pillow

8.0 Trekking Equipment

Power Bank
Pee Bottle
Altimeter watch
Pocket Knife
Walking Stick/Trekking Pole
Satellite Phone with credit
Battery
Headlight 500-700Lumens
Spare Tape Slings/240cm
Unlock Carabiner
Lock Carabiner

9.0 Bag packs

Rucksacks 35 L -50 L

10.0 Sun stuff

Banana Boat/ Nivea Sun Cream (-20 Spf)
Lip Guard -20 (Spf)
Sun Glasses (Uv Protection)

11.0 Toiletries (Personal)

Toilet Paper / Wet Tissue
Toothpaste
Toothbrush
Soap
Shampoo
Towel
Garbage Bag

12.0 Eating & Drinkings

1 ltr. Water Bottle
1/1.5ltr. Thermos Mug (Opt.)
Spoon / Fork (opt.)
Bowl (opt.)

13.0 Medical / First Aid

Brufen / Ibuprofens
Antibiotic
Diamox
Paracetamol
Handy Plaster
Crack Bandage
Tincture Iodine
Ondem
Cetirizine
Electrolyte
Minil 10mg (Palpitation, anxiety)
Codopar (Headache & chest pain)
Salbetol 4mg (Breathless)
Azithromycin 500mg (chronic tonsillitis, fever, nose, throat infection-must take 5 days)
Flupen 250mg (prevent wound infection)
Allegra 120/180mg (Allergic tonsil)
Menstrual Products