About this experience
The top of Poon Hill is one of the best places to gaze at the Himalayas in Nepal. Trek to the summit and see how beautiful the big wall in the north looks from here.
Poon Hill is a mountain of its own accord but is dwarfed in the presence of the Himalayan range. From the top of the hill, at an elevation of more than 10,000 feet, you can see the Annapurna massif together with adjacent peaks. So this trip combines both mountaineering and sightseeing. The beautiful villages and the pristine forests we walk through during the trip add to the experience.
Altitude – From 4,600 feet at Kathmandu to 10,535 feet at Poon Hill
Difficulty –There are four days of intense trekking in this trip. You will have to walk for five to six hours each day so you need to be fit. Light endurance training or previous hiking experience is recommended before embarking on this trip.
At a glance
- Duration: 216 hr
- Private experience
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
- You have to bring all your trekking equipment by yourself. See our standard equipment list below. If you forget anything, you can purchase these in Kathmandu or rent it for the trip from us for a small fee.
What is included
- Teahouse accommodation during the trek on twin-sharing basis
- Fees for entering Annapurna Conservation Area and Trekkers’ Information Management System card.
- All necessary paperwork and trekking permits (ACAP, TIMS)
- Receive you from and drop you to the airport or hotel in our company vehicle.
- Porters (one each for a pair of travellers) and local support staff to help you trek.
- Farewell dinner in Kathmandu on the final evening
- Tourist bus transportation between Kathmandu and Pokhara
Not included
- Lunch and dinner in Kathmandu & Meals during the trek.
- Travel insurance. (It is compulsory and covers emergency rescue and evacuation.
- International airfare to and from Kathmandu.
- Visa fees for entering Nepal.
- Trekking equipment.
- All meals during the trek.
Itinerary and highlights
The top of Poon Hill is one of the best places to gaze at the Himalayas in Nepal. Trek to the summit and see how beautiful the big wall in the north looks from here.
Poon Hill is a mountain of its own accord but is dwarfed in the presence of the Himalayan range. From the top of the hill, at an elevation of more than 10,000 feet, you can see the Annapurna massif together with adjacent peaks. So this trip combines both mountaineering and sightseeing. The beautiful villages and the pristine forests we walk through during the trip add to the experience.
See the overview, available options and booking details for the experience schedule.
Languages and tickets
- English — Guide
- Mobile Only
Tour operator
- Mountain Kick Private Limited
Accessibility and practical details
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
- You have to bring all your trekking equipment by yourself. See our standard equipment list below. If you forget anything, you can purchase these in Kathmandu or rent it for the trip from us for a small fee.
- Please make sure you take a travel insurance at home before arriving here. It is mandatory and you cannot take it in Nepal. Your insurance agent will know which insurance plan suits your travel.
- It is advisable that you free up a few days before and after your trip schedule. For reasons beyond our control like flight delays, accidents and natural hazards, the itinerary may have to be altered.
- Please inform us and our guides if you have any medical condition that might affect your trip. Please consult your doctor beforehand for any precautions you need to take and always carry medicines if you need them. However, our guides and local support staff have been trained in basic medical intervention and your travel insurance covers any emergency rescue or evacuation.
- You may decide to alter your itinerary to some degree as long as there are no time constraints and everyone consents, if you are travelling in a group. Talk to us before embarking on the trip or you may also talk to our guides to see if we can arrange something. One thing we have learned from mountaineering all these years is however good you plan your journey, there are bound to be some improvisations to make our experience richer.
Cancellation policy
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