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The Poon Hill trek from Pokhara is a captivating journey through the picturesque landscapes of the Annapurna region in Nepal. Starting from Pokhara, you'll drive to Nayapul, the gateway to the Annapurna region, and begin your trek. The trail winds through lush rhododendron forests, charming villages, and terraced fields with breathtaking views of snow-capped peaks.
As you ascend, you'll reach Ghorepani, a quaint village perched atop a ridge. This is where the magic happens at dawn. Wake up early to hike up to Poon Hill, the highlight of the trek, to witness a spectacular sunrise over the Annapurna and Dhaulagiri mountain ranges, painting the sky with hues of orange and pink.
After soaking in the panoramic vistas, you'll continue your journey, passing through traditional Gurung and Magar villages like Tadapani and Ghandruk, where you can experience the local culture and hospitality. Finally, the trek concludes back at Nayapul, where you'll catch a ride back to Pokhara, filled with unforgettable memories of the stunning Himalayan landscapes and warm Nepali hospitality.
Day 01: Drive to Ulleri 1,960 m/ 6,430 ft from Pokhara 860 m / 2,821 ft and trek to Ghorepani 2,880 m / 9448 ft (3 hrs drive and 04-05 hrs walks) overnight in Ghorepani nice lodge.
In the morning, our guide will pick you up at your hotel in Pokhara. From there, a bus will take you through the outskirts of Pokhara Valley to Nayapul and Bhirethati village. Continue to drive past farm villages and beautiful waterfalls to reach Hile and Tikhedhunga. From here our ride leads on winding uphill around a mountain road to reach lovely Ulleri village with views of Annapurna South and the top of Machhapuchare Himal ‘Fish Tail’. On reaching Ulleri village our walk starts heading past Bhanthati village, and then into the cool forest covered with tall rhododendron-magnolia-oaks-pines and fir trees as the walk continues with slowly up to Ghorepani village for an overnight stop. Ghorepani populated by Poon people of the Magar tribe located beneath Poon Hill's viewpoint.
Day 02: Morning hike to Poon Hill, 3,210 m / 10,531 ft, then trek to Ulleri and drive to Pokhara — 6 hours, including driving and walking.
Early morning starts where an hour hike takes you to the top scenic view-point at Poon Hill located 3,210 m high, enjoy stunning sunrise views over a chain of Himalayan mountains Dhaulagiri, Mustang Himal, Nilgiri’s, Annapurna, Machhapuchare Himal the famous Fish-Tail peak with Lamjung and Manaslu range of peaks.
After this scenic and dramatic moment, descend to Ghorepani and have breakfast. Continue downhill through the forest, past Bhanthati village, to Ulleri, where a shared jeep or bus will take you back to Pokhara.
