About this experience
New to trekking, or short on time? The Ghorepani Poon Hill Trek delivers one of Nepal's great mountain panoramas in just 9 days, without taking you to high altitude.
From Pokhara the trail climbs through terraced farmland and Magar villages to Ghorepani, a hillside village wrapped in rhododendron forest that bursts into red and pink bloom in spring. Before dawn you head up Poon Hill (3,210 m) to watch the sun rise over Dhaulagiri, Annapurna South and Machhapuchhre.
The return loop leads through quiet forest to Tadapani and down to Ghandruk, a stone-built Gurung village and historic home of Gurkha soldiers, where traditional life and big mountain views go hand in hand.
Days are short enough to leave time for tea stops, village visits and photos, and every night is spent in a cozy teahouse. With two nights in lakeside Pokhara as well, it is a relaxed yet rewarding way to experience the Himalayas, ideal for first-time trekkers and anyone with limited time.
At a glance
- Duration: 216 hr
Plan your experience
Set aside 216 hr for the experience itself, with additional time to reach your meeting or pickup point.
Before you go
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
What is included
- Private vehicle Pokhara – Birethanti and Syauli Bazaar – Pokhara
- Twin-share accommodation in a 3-star hotel in Kathmandu for 2 nights, with breakfast
- All administrative expenses and government taxes
- Wages, accommodation, meals, gear, insurance and medication for our guides and porters
- Twin-share guesthouse accommodation for 4 nights on the trek
- All standard meals on the trek, including a tea or coffee with each meal
- Tourist bus Kathmandu – Pokhara – Kathmandu
- Trip completion certificate
- Lunch
- Dinner
- Porters to carry luggage on the trek (1 porter for every 2 trekkers)
- Breakfast
- All international and domestic airport transfers in a tourist vehicle
- Twin-share accommodation in a 3-star hotel in Pokhara for 2 nights, with breakfast
- Farewell dinner on the last night in Nepal
- Purified drinking water on the trek (water filter or purification tablets)
- Annapurna Conservation Area Permit (ACAP) and TIMS card
- Comprehensive first-aid kit, including a pulse oximeter for daily checks
- Experienced, government-licensed, first-aid trained English-speaking guide (2 for groups over 7)
- Fresh seasonal fruit after dinner each day on the trek
- Ace the Himalaya duffel bag, trekking map, sun hat and Buff (neck gaiter) – yours to keep
Not included
- Lunch and dinner in Kathmandu and Pokhara (except the farewell dinner)
- International flights and airport departure tax
- Nepal entry visa, available on arrival (USD 30 for 15 days, USD 50 for 30 days, USD 125 for 90 days)
- Travel insurance with high-altitude emergency evacuation cover
- Beverages, including bottled and boiled water
- Tips for your guide, porters and driver
- Personal trekking gear and equipment
- Any expenses not listed under What's Included
Itinerary and highlights
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Meeting and pickup information
- We will pick you up from the airport even if you arrive earlier.
Languages and tickets
- English — Guide
- Mobile Only
Tour operator
- Ace the Himalaya
Accessibility and practical details
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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