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Two people stand at the summit of Mount Poon Hill, overlooking the Annapurna Massif and the setting sun casting a red glow on the peaks.
Two people stand at the summit of Poon Hill, where the clouds and mountains merge with the sunset, creating a breathtaking view.
At dawn, with the rising sun, clouds rise and swirl, revealing the mountains in the morning light.
Snow-capped mountains appear magnificent and mysterious beneath the pink-colored clouds. The Annapurna Massif dominates the landscape, with views of Pokhara and the Himalayas.
The Annapurna Massif glows brilliantly in the sunset, with snow-capped peaks reflecting the blue sky. A stunning view of the Himalayas.

Pokhara: 2-Day Express Poon Hill Trek by Private Jeep|Nepal


Duration:2 day(s)
Free cancellation 3 day(s) prior to experience date
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  • Banthanti start — highest trailhead, least climbing
  • Private jeep exclusively for your group both ways
  • Just 13 km total — the most efficient Poon Hill route
  • Certified government-licensed English-speaking guide
  • Sunrise over 10+ Himalayan peaks from Poon Hill
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Tour TypePrivate tour
Transportation methodHotel transfer
Departure TimeEarly Departure (Before 8 am)
Minimum participant requirement6 travelers
Tour typesGuided tour
Meal arrangementBreakfast included, With dinner
Accommodation typeB&B
Additional service & facilityTransfer included
SeasonalSpring Cherry Blossom, Autumn Maple
Sightseeing typeNatural sights, Eco-tourism, Hiking
TransportCharter car, Walking

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The smarter way to trek Poon Hill
Most Poon Hill treks from Pokhara put you on a shared bus at dawn, drop you at the bottom of a 3,000-step stone staircase at Ulleri, and ask you to climb for 6 to 7 hours before the real trekking even begins. This experience is built differently.
Your private jeep takes your group exclusively to Banthanti — the highest jeep-accessible trailhead on this route at 2,250m — cutting out the longest and most exhausting section of the climb entirely. From Banthanti, it is a manageable 5.5 km forest trail to Ghorepani. On Day 2, another 3 km to the summit of Poon Hill and back. That is just 13 km of actual trekking across both days — carefully designed so that every step counts and nothing is wasted.
This is the ideal Poon Hill experience for travelers who want the full mountain experience without spending unnecessary hours on a dusty shared road or an endless stone staircase.
Day 1: Pokhara to Ghorepani — Private Jeep to Banthanti & Forest Trek
Your certified, government-licensed guide meets you at your hotel in Pokhara for a private early morning departure. Your jeep is reserved exclusively for your group — no shared passengers, no waiting, no fixed stops. Travel through river valleys, farmland, and mountain foothills as Pokhara's lowlands give way to the Annapurna Conservation Area.
The jeep drops you at Banthanti (2,250m) — higher than any other standard trailhead on this route. From here, a well-marked forest trail climbs steadily through dense rhododendron and oak trees toward Ghorepani. The path is shaded, scenic, and manageable, with your guide sharing knowledge of the surrounding peaks, Gurung culture, and Himalayan ecology along the way.
Arrive in Ghorepani (2,860m) by mid-afternoon. Settle into your teahouse, enjoy a warm meal, and rest ahead of the pre-dawn start.
Day 2: Poon Hill Sunrise & Private Return to Pokhara
Rise before dawn for the 45-minute hike from Ghorepani to Poon Hill viewpoint at 3,210m. As the sun rises over the Annapurna and Dhaulagiri ranges, your certified guide will name each peak — Annapurna I, Annapurna South, Dhaulagiri, Machhapuchhre, Hiunchuli — as the golden light touches the snow-capped summits one by one.
Return to Ghorepani for breakfast, then descend back through the forest trail to Banthanti. Your private jeep is waiting. The return drive to Pokhara is yours alone — no shared drop-offs, no waiting. Trek ends at your hotel in Pokhara.

Important Info

Reminders

  • Not Suitable For: Children under 10 years

  • What To Bring: Comfortable shoes

  • What To Bring: Sunglasses

  • What To Bring: Sun hat

  • What To Bring: Hiking shoes

  • What To Bring: Rain gear

  • What To Bring: Comfortable clothes

  • What To Bring: Gloves

  • What To Bring: Hiking pants

  • What To Bring: Reusable water bottle

  • What To Bring: Trekking gear

  • Not Allowed: Littering

  • Know Before You Go: Meeting point: Your hotel lobby in Pokhara — certified guide meets you for private morning pickup

  • Know Before You Go: Duration: 2 days / 1 night

  • Know Before You Go: Difficulty: Moderate — uphill forest trail, no stone staircases

  • Know Before You Go: Why Banthanti: Starting at Banthanti (2,250m) instead of Ulleri (1,960m) eliminates the infamous 3,000-step stone staircase climb, reducing total trekking to just 13 km across both days

  • Know Before You Go: Total trekking distance: 13 km across both days (5.5 km Day 1, 3 km round trip Day 2, 4.5 km descent Day 2)

  • Know Before You Go: Best seasons: Spring (March–May) and Autumn (September–November)

  • Know Before You Go: Maximum group size: 30 participants

  • Know Before You Go: Minimum age: 10 years old

  • Know Before You Go: Not recommended for: Travelers with serious heart conditions, respiratory issues, or significant mobility limitations

  • Know Before You Go: What to bring: Trekking boots, warm layers, rain jacket, headlamp (essential for pre-dawn Poon Hill hike), sunscreen, personal medication if required

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