Poon Hill Short Trek

5 Reviews
  • 3 Days
  • USD 275
  • 2870m
  • Annapurna Region , Nepal
Poon Hill Short Trek

Poon Hill Short Trek - 3 Days

Trip At Glance

Duration

3 days

Trek Days

3 days

Altitude

3210m

Difficulty

Easy/Medium

Activities

Trekking,

Accommodation

Guest House

Transportation

Private Car/tourist bus

Best month

Feb-May/ Sept- Dec

Meals

Breakfast/Lunch/Dinner

Group Size

Min 2 Max -10

Cost

USD 275 per person

Note

If you are single, we can manage this trekking for you with additional USD 150 cost.

Overview And Highlights

Poon Hill Short Trek offers a peek into the majesty of the 50km Annapurna Himal, north of the lake city of Pokhara. The wonderful hiking trip to Poon Hill in Annapurna region unveils the dramatic profile of some of the highest mountain peaks and magnificent alpine scenery.

This Kathmandu to Poon Hill tour trip drives to Nayapul Pokhara for the start of the trek. Starting at comfortable altitude of 1100m, the trail takes you through a mix of terraced farmlands, rhododendron, oak and bamboo forests to high ridge. From ridges there are spectacular views of the 6 000m/19 600ft snow clad peaks of the range. Next, Poon Hill Short Trekking trip goes through the ancient bird-filled forests of rhododendron, oak, maple and pine as we ascend to the culturally flourished village of Ghorepani.

Highlights of the Short Poon Hill Trekking Package

A highlight of this Poon Hill short trek is the early morning climb from Ghorepani to Nepal’s most visited physical landmark: the grassy summit of Poon Hill (3 210m/10 530ft). It offers magnificent sunrise views that include Dhaulagiri I, Annapurna South, Annapurna I, the fish-tailed peak of sacred Machhapuchhare and Manaslu. The sun rises slowly up the Himalayan horizon and the silhouette of mountains come into the view. Then the outline of valleys, villages and surrounding landscape starts appearing. The moment when golden rays of sun paints the snowy peak is truly magical sight.

Return to your hotel for breakfast before beginning the long, downward walk back to Nayapul. While the altitudes are not excessive, a moderate level of fitness is enough for this short trek to Poon Hill in Annapurna.

If you have more time you may choose Annapurna Base Camp Trek of 15 days to see the Annapurna Himalaya from a close. Landmark Discovery Treks have been regularly operating this Poon Hill short trek for the family members with extended trip to Ghandruk and Dhampus.

Who is this Poon Hill Short Trek For?

Annapurna Poon Hill trekking, also known as Poon Hill Sunrise Trek, is suitable for anyone who have limited vacation and want to experience mountain trekking with Himalaya up-close view and cultural discovery. It is also an ideal option for those who is not confident enough to undertake trekking trail for over a week to 20 days.

What to Expect from this trek?

The level of difficulty is not too hard as the Poon Hill Trek itinerary allows us plenty of time to take rest whenever needed. Trekkers must be prepared to climb thousands of uphill stairs. Sometime trail goes through the narrow alleyway and steep slopes so get prepared for some serious climb. Trekkers need to be fairly active with moderate fitness level but no previous experience is required.

Teahouse and lodges in Poon hill region are well-equipped with extensive menus ranging from Nepali cuisine to European and Indian. Hot showers are readily available as well. It is wise to hold the currency as the ATMs are available along the trekking route and when available it might not work. Get ready to pay high as you move to higher elevation.

You will encounter warm and friendly locals along the trail who are always ready to help you in any situations. They are more than happy to offer the information about the culture, tradition and places.

Expect endless adventure, discovery and fun. The parade of glistering mountain vistas and majestic sunrise view is sure to last forever.

Best Time to Trek Poon Hill

Spring (Feb – May) and Autumn (Sept– Dec) are the best time of the year for Poon Hill Short Trek. These months are defined for best views and favorable weather. All you need is good fitness, sturdy hiking boots, a day pack, warm clothing and camera.

The Annapurna Poon Hill Short trip offered by Landmark Discovery Treks includes transport, accommodation, meals, drinking water, shower, trekking guides and porters.

Day to Day Itinerary Expand/Collapse All

Day 1 : Pokhara – Nayapul (1 070m) – Ulleri (2080m/6822ft) 1 hrs 15  min drive, 5-6 hr trek

From your hotel, we drive north through farmland and forest to the trail head at Nayapul. Trek to the prosperous riverside village of Birethanti (1 000m) at the meeting point of the Modi and Bhurungdi Kholas. Then follow the Bhurungdi Khola to Sudame (1 340m) before climbing regularly up the side of the valley, to Tikhedhunga(1 510m), After that a long and step and steep climb on rock staircases to the village of Ulleri  (2 080m).where we spent overnight.  

Food Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner
Accomodation Lodge
Elevation 2080

Day 2 : Ulleri – Ghorepani (2 870m/9 420ft), 4-5 hrs

The day starts early in the morning with an amazing landscape and marvelous views of Annapurna South (7 219m) and Hiunchuli (6 441m). The ascent continues through lush and ancient rhododendron and oak forests for several hours, with rest breaks, to the large village of Ghorepani. From here there are nice views of Dhaulagiri I 8 172m and the Annapurna Himal. Overnight in Ghorepani.

Food Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner
Accomodation Lodge
Elevation 2870

Day 3 : Ghorepani – Poon hill (3 210m/10 528ft) – Hile (1 510m/4 950ft) – Pokhara (880m/2 900ft), 6-7 hrs trek, 75 min drive

An early, ¾ hr, steep trek leads to Poon Hill’s grassy knoll. This landmark viewpoint offers unobstructed vistas of the high Himalaya from Dhaulagiri I (8 172m) and Upper Dolpo in the west, across the Annapurnas (Annapurna I, 8 019m), to Machhapuchhare (6 997m, Fish Tail) and east to Manaslu (8 156m). Behind: an ocean of Sal forests stretch to lowland India. 

Return to your hotel for breakfast and then begin the long return trek, to Hile for lunch, before descending to Nayapul and our transport back to your hotel in Pokhara.

Food Breakfast, Lunch
Elevation 880

What Is Included ?

  • All the airport/ Hotel transfer
  • Standard tourist Bus Kathamndu to Pokhara
  • Comfortable Private transport: Car/ Jeep Bus/Van Pokhara  to Naya pul( trekking starting point )
  • Comfortable private transport (Car/Jeep/Van/ bus)  Naya pull (trekking ending point  )  to Pokhara 
  • Full meals ( Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner) during the treks
  • Supplementary snakes: seasonal fresh fruit, cookies and energy Bar
  • All necessary paper work permit and TIMS ( National Park Permit and TIMS)
  • An English speaking professional govt. registered trekking Guide and porter ( 2 trekkers 1 Porter ) above the 4 trekkers 1 assistant Guide
  • Hot drinks ( tea and coffee)
  • Safe drinking water ( Chlorine/ Iodine water)
  • All the Mountain accommodations soft comfortable private room and share bathroom some where possible attach toilet and Bathroom
  • Guide and Porter salary, meals, accommodations, insurance, flight and equipment
  • All the government and local taxes
  • A comprehensive medical kit
  • Trekking equipment four season sleeping bag down jacket rain coat walking poll.

What Is Excluded?

  • All the soft and alcoholic drinks
  • Mineral water
  • Boiled water
  • Personal  expenses
  • Electronic devise re charge
  • Wi Fi
  • Travel insurance and evacuation
  • Tipping

Altitude Graph

Trip Reviews (5)

Once we had decided that the Poon Hill Trek was the one for us, I made contact with around 15 different companies to try and find the best company to go with. About half didn't reply to my email at all and of those that did, Prem (at Landmark Discovery) was by far the most helpful, patient and informative. After many more questions from myself, it was an easy decision to go with Landmark Discovery. Communication right up to and throughout the trip was excellent and we didn't have to worry about a thing. Everything was on our terms - dates, start and finish points etc. 

The walk itself was fantastic - we consider ourselves to be fairly fit and quite quick moving so we reached each overnight destination early/mid-afternoon with time to spare. Badrie (our guide) and Bhoz (our porter) were good fun, always game for a laugh and even joined in our beer drinking fun of an evening! Badrie took us to many great places to eat and went out of his way to make sure we had food and drink, that we were comfortable, that we were happy with the trip - he couldn't have done more to help. Bhoz never stopped smiling no matter how heavy the pack on his back, no matter how fast we went or how much he was sweating! They were (and are) a great team!

We had great views at the Summit, the weather was perfect, the skies were clear (trip was in early January) and we would not hesitate to use this company again and would recommend Landmark Discovery to anyone and everyone thinking about doing any kind of trek anywhere in Nepal. Prem is a fountain of knowledge and knows everything about everywhere. See you again Landmark Discovery team for the Everest Base Camp trek! 

Gardnerrw1

25th Apr, 2022


Prem (landmark discovery tours) was the best!! We brought our kids, age 8 and 11, and Prem and his team was so good to us! I found Prem through trip advisor and knew that it would be a great trip, but it was even better than expected. He planned an absolutely unforgettable 10 days in Nepal. It’s s Family business and we got the opportunity to do a trek (poonhill trek) for 6 days/5 nights, with three of Prems top guides and porters, who also happen to be his cousins and nephew. By the end of our trip we felt like we had a few new family members of our own. Everything, and I mean everything, was perfect...from the 2 days touring Kathmandu, to the 6 day trek, all of the accommodations, transport to and from airport, and to/from Pokhara, welcome dinner, reccomendation for restaurants that were good, etc. An experience we will never forget! 

Mitchl

25th Apr, 2022


We had a mother and daughter trip in Nepal in the beginning of September 2018. After talking a friend who used Landmark Discovery Treks before, we contacted Prem right away and picked the Poon Hill Trek. The trip was far exceeding our expectation. Four of us did not have any trekking experience, our guide, Badrie, our porters, Bhoz and Krishna were great in helping and encouraging us. The view was spectacular with snow mountain, rice field, forest, water falls, villages and nice local people...This is going to be a special memory forever. We definitely will recommend the team of Landmark Discovery Treks, the best trekking company in Nepal.

Michelle

25th Apr, 2022


3 Day Poon Hill Trek

My friend and I did a 3 days Poon Hill Trek. Since we are just staying in Neapl for a week. Our plan is to travel from Kathmandu to Pokhara on the 22nd, then start the trek right after we arrive, and then hike for another 2 days and arrive back to Pohara on the 24th.

We contacted a lot of agencies and they all say it is impossible for us to start the trek on 22nd. Landmark Discovery is the only agency said it is possible. Prem is super fast in replying emails. He specially arranged us to take the public bus, which leaves early in the morning. We ended up arriving at Nayapul at about 4pm and arrive to the hostels at around 7 something.

The hike is easy, and all the arrangements (transports, food, accommodations) provided by Prem are excellent. Our guide, Rajeswor also took good cares of us along the trek. His explanations are also clear and detailed.

We are very impressed by the whole service provided by Prem and his team!

patty1234567892017

25th Apr, 2022


3 day Poon Hill trek

My friend and I did the 3 day Poon Hill trek with Landmark Discovery Treks.

We talked with Prem via mail and he even came to our hotel quite late to discuss our small trek. He was very friendly and gave us all the information we needed. Prem wasn't just friendly, the service he offered was incredible! :-) He dropped us off at the bus to Kathmandu, made sure our guide Rajesh picked us up in Pokhara ànd afterwards he made sure we got back to the airport in Kathmandu. He checked in after our trek just to make sure our view from the Poon Hill had been good! Also, it was very clear from the beginning what was included in the price (almost everything!) and what not, so no misunderstandings could take place.

We did our trek with Rajesh, a great guide who is friendly, funny and very helpful when needed. We felt very comfortable and we really liked playing cards and talking together! Even though he could run up and down the hill a 100 times in the time we climbed it once, he had a lot of patience and told us to go "slowly, slowly" or "bistari, bistari" :-)

We would definitely recommend Rajesh and Prem! Thanks for everything!

Nina R

25th Apr, 2022


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