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Trip Overview

The Ghandruk Poon Hill trek offers views of the Himalayas that are simply breathtaking. This is a quick, spectacular hike that will have you falling in love with the Himalayas. Together with mesmerizing  mountain views, this trip also exposes you to a wealth of Ghandruk village culture. Many hikers choose the Ghandruk Poon Hill route every year because of the huge scenery, high slopes, and towering mountains.

The maximum elevation is 3,210 meters, thus there is little chance of getting altitude sickness. It requires a reasonable degree of fitness to accomplish. As a result, this walk is doable by anyone of average physical fitness and is appropriate for all ages.

  • StartKathmandu
  • AgesMIN 16
  • FinishKathmandu
  • Group sizeMin 10, Max 16
  • Place to visitTadapani

Trip Itinerary

Upon arrival at Kathmandu International airport, we’ll pick you up at the airport by our private vehicle and transfer to the hotel. Overnight at a hotel in Kathmandu. We will take you to sightseeing Kathmandu if your arrival is early.

Kathmandu - Pokhara - Nayapul - Tikhedhunga

 

We will fly to Pokhara early in the morning and drive to the trailhead at Nayapul, which will take around an hour and a half. From here, we will begin our trek and cross the Modi Khola river. We will gradually ascend and descend through small villages and cultivated fields before reaching Tikhedhunga.

 

 

  • Distance (KTM - PKR) - 147 km/ 91.3 mi
  • Flight Time - 45 min
  • Driving Distance -  40 km/ 24.8mi
  • Driving Time - 1.5 hr
  • Trekking Distance - 9 km/5.6 mi 
  • Trekking Time: 3 hrs

 

 

Tikhedhunga - Ulleri - Ghorepani

 

Today’s trek will be fairly challenging as we will have to climb a steep staircase of more than 3,000 steps to reach Ulleri. We will then continue trekking through oak and rhododendron forests before reaching Ghorepani, a popular stop-over spot for trekkers on the Poon Hill trek.

 

 

  • Trekking Distance -  12.1 km/ 7.5 mi 
  • Trekking Time:  6-7 hrs

 

 

Ghorepani - Poon hill - Tadapani

 

We will wake up early in the morning and hike to Poon Hill to catch the sunrise over the panoramic views of the Annapurna and Dhaulagiri mountain ranges. After spending some time at Poon Hill, we will return to Ghorepani for breakfast before continuing on to Tadapani through beautiful rhododendron forests. Dinner and overnight stay at Tadapani.

 

 

  • Trekking Distance - 11 km/ 6.8 mi 
  • Trekking Time:  6-7 hrs

 

 

Tadapani - Ghandruk

 

We will continue trekking through the rhododendron forests and cross the suspension bridge over the Kimrong Khola river. After a few hours of trekking, we will reach the Gurung village of Ghandruk where we will have the opportunity to learn about the local culture and lifestyle.

 

 

  • Trekking Distance - 8 km/ 4.9 mi 
  • Trekking Time:  4 hrs

 

 

Ghandruk - Nayapul - Pokhara

 

We will have breakfast in Ghandruk before beginning our descent to Nayapul. From Nayapul, we will take a private vehicle back to Pokhara where we will spend the night. 

 

 

  • Trekking Distance -  13 km/ 8.2 mi 
  • Trekking Time:  6 hrs
  • Driving Distance -  40 km/ 24.8mi
  • Driving Time - 1.5 hr

 

 

Pokhara - Kathmandu

 

It’s a 25 min short flight from Pokhara to Kathmandu. If  you are seated on the left window, you will see Mt. Dhaulagiri on west, Annapurna ranges followed by Manaslu, Ganesh and Langtang on north and your flight time will be over before you even notice. We will settle in the hotel and visit the city for sightseeing and souvenir shopping.

 

  • Distance (KTM - PKR) - 147 km/ 91.3 mi
  • Flight Time - 45 min

 

 

Our trip comes to an end today, and we will say our goodbyes with memories that will last a lifetime. We will take a private transfer to the airport for our onward journey. If your departure is in the evening, then we can take you to half day sightseeing in Kathmandu Valley.

Activities

Photography and Filming

Photography and Filming

HIKING & EXCURSIONS

HIKING & EXCURSIONS

Activity Level

Medium

Rating

Duration

8 Days

From

USD 980

per person

Trekking Map

Trip Gallery

Highlights

• Explore famous Ghandruk Village inhabited by Gurung people
• Experience Gurung culture and lifestyle in Ghandruk Village
• Amazing Sunrise view from Poon Hill (3210 meters).
• Enjoy panoramic views of Mt. Dhaulagiri, Mt. Annapurna, and Mt. Ganesh
• Hiking through rhododendron forest, river, mountain terraces, & villages
• Trekking in Annapurna Conservation Area
• Explore naturally beautiful Pokhara, famous as the Lake city
• Scenic drive from Kathmandu to Pokhara

Trip Inclusions

  • Hotel in Kathmandu
  • Airport transfers
  • Bus Transfer Kathmandu to Basi Sahar and Jeep to Chame
  • English-speaking local expert guide, porters, and climbing guide.
  • 3-time meals during the trekking in the tea house
  • Accommodations during the trekking
  • ACAP Permit, TIMS permit
  • Flight ticket from Jomsom
  • One-night hotel in Pokhara
  • Tourist bus to Kathmandu
  • Equipment clothing for Porter Local climbing Sherpa
  • Welcome and farewell dinner
  • Insurance for all staff/ porters, Rope, Ices Crow, Snow bar

Trip Exclusions

  • Personal climbing gears and clothing (available on hire)
  • Anything not included in trip inclusion section
  • Tips, any expenses of own nature, client's insurance
  • Personal Insurance

Gear/Clothing List

ESSENTIAL GEARS

  • Trekking Backpack 55-60 liters
  • Two comfortable walking pants or Trousers
  • Rain proof Layer or a Goretex layer to wear outside of down jacket or fleece
  • Thermal wear/Base Layers two sets, Preferably Merino or smart wool
  • 5 sports underpants and 6 pair socks
  • A pair of Winter Gloves and light fleece gloves
  • Gore Tex Hiking Shoes and one light pair trekking shoes (HOKA/ALTRA/LA SPORTIVA)
  • Trekking Poles 
  • Cat 3 or 4 Sunglasses that protects from UV rays  and Cap and Warm HAT (Topi)
  • One Down Jacket
  • One Fleece Jacket or Mid Layer 
  • Full sleeve dry fit t shirts 2
  • 1 litre Nalgene water bottle (also to keep us warm at night)

MEDICINES 

  • Sunscreen 1 tube + Lip Balm 1 small tube
  • Diamox (Acetazolamide) 125 mg 24 tabs
  • Advil/Tylenols/Nyquils
  • Enough pack of Electrolytes
  • Pepto Bismol or other Ant Diarrhoeal Medicine
  • Vitamin C tablets and Vitamin B 12 enough for two weeks

SNACKS

  • A pack of Jolly Ranchers and Trail Mix
  • Cliff Bars or Protein BAR
  • Beef and Turkey Jerky, Salamis, Cheese Sticks etc

HYGIENE PACKS

  • Trekking Towel 
  • Travel size body wash and shampoo (hotel type)
  • Toothbrush and Paste
  • Small pack of refreshing face wipe (We will get toilet paper in Nepal)
  • Deodrant Stick (not spray) small sick
  • Small clothe wash tube to wash socks and underpants

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