| 1 People (per pax) | 2-7 People (per pax) | 8+ People (per pax) |
|---|---|---|
| $827 | $780 | $ 748 |
| Pay $166 Now & $662 on arrival | Pay $156 Now & $624 On arrival | Pay $149 Now & $599 on arrival |
Ghorepani-Poon Hill with Ghandruk Trek is one of the best short treks in the Annapurna region in Nepal that offers trekkers a perfect blend of nature and culture. Poon Hill, the major attraction of this trek takes trekkers to the altitude of 3,193 meters (also the highest you will go on this trek), to present them a breathtaking panorama of the Dhaulagiri and Annapurna range. These ranges also include the 7th (Dhaulagiri 8,167m) and the 10th (Annapurna I 8,091m) highest mountains in the world. The other mountains that make these ranges are Tukuche, Thapa Peak, Nilgiri-South, Central and North, Tilicho Peak, Patal Hiunchuli, Annapurna South, Baraha Shikhar Chuli, Singu Chuli, Tharpu Chuli, Tare Kang, Gangapurna, Annapurna III, Gandarwa Chuli, Machhapuchhre, Mardi Himal, Annapurna IV, Annapurna II as well as Lamjung Himal, which you can see as one panorama from the Poon Hill. Apart from the Poon Hill, Tadapani is another best spot on this trail to view wonderful mountain views. Nevertheless, this trek also introduces you to the culture, tradition, hospitality, farming practices and lifestyle of Gurung and Magar people (ethnic groups in Nepal) inhabiting the villages en route.
This 9 days Ghorepani-Ghandruk trip with Amigo Treks and Expedition stars with your arrival in Kathmandu and ends with your departure from Kathmandu. The actual trek, starting with a drive from Pokhara to Ulleri takes you through Ghorepani, Tadapani to Ghandruk and ends with a drive back to Pokhara from Ghandruk. Kathmandu (the living museum of ancient art and architecture), Pokhara (the infamous lake city), Poon Hill (the best moutain viewpoint), Ghandurk (culturally rich Gurung Village) are the major highlights of this Ghorepani-Ghandruk trek package. Apart from the trek, the package also includes sightseeing tour in Kathamndu and Pokhara, making it a perfect short trip to take in Nepal. You will spend 3 nights in Kathmandu, 3 Nights in Pokhara and 3 night in the Annapurna region.
Ghorepani-Poon Hill Ghandruk trek is considerably easy, therefore, it is suitable for all age groups looking to embrace the beauty of nature for a few days without having to climb high altitude or go on a strenuous hike. This trek is also great as there is no risk of altitude sickness. Moreover, this trek makes the best trek for trekkers, who do not have sufficient time to attempt long treks like our 12 days Annapurna Base Camp Trek or Annapurna Circuit Trek. However, if you are looking for a shorter trek we also have 7 days Ghorepani- Poon Hill trek for you. Trekkers who are already in Pokhara can also book just the trekking part with us. Nevertheless, if you are looking for an alternative to this trek, we highly recommend our 10-day Mardi Himal Trek.
If none of the packages on the website fit your requirements, help us understand your requirements and we will custom-design itinerary and package for you. Do not forget to ask for a discount if you have a group. Our 9 days Poon Hill Ghandruk trek package is also a very suitable trekking package for student groups and also make a perfect off-season trek in Nepal. This trekking package ensures accommodation in lodges and meals from the teahouse menu.
Though the trek can be planned any time of the year, February to May and September to December make the most perfect time to plan this trek.
Day 01: Arrival in Kathmandu
Day 02: Kathmandu Valley sightseeing tour
Day 03: Drive to Pokhara
Day 04: Drive to Ulleri (1960m/6430ft),(4h) and trek to Ghorepani (2860m/9,383ft),(7km),(4h)
Day 05: Hike to Poon Hill (3193m/10,475ft) and trek to Tadapani (2630/8628ft),(9km),(6h)
Day 06: Trek to Ghandruk(1940m/6364ft),(5.5km), (3h) and drive to Pokhara (2-3h)
Day 07: Explore Pokhara
Day 08: Drive to Kathmandu
Day 09: Departure day
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Day 01: Arrival in Kathmandu Welcome to Nepal. Upon arrival at the Tribhuvan International Airport, one of the company representatives will meet and greet you at the hall right outside the elevator. This representative will transfer you to the hotel booked for you in Kathmandu in a private car/jeep/minivan/bus, as per your group size. This representative will also help you with hotel check in formalities. After a short rest at the hotel, in the afternoon, one of the company representatives will meet you for a trip briefing in which you will also be introduced to your guide who will also check your trekking equipment. The time after the meeting can be spent at leisure. Overnight in a hotel in Kathmandu. If your flight is delayed, scheduled to arrive late in the afternoon, evening or even at night, the meeting will be held the following day, after the city tour.
Day 02: Kathmandu Valley sightseeing tour After breakfast at the hotel, our city tour guide will come to pick you around 9:30-10:00 am for the Kathmandu Valley sightseeing tour. We will take you to 4 UNESCO World Heritage Sites, namely, the Kathmandu Durbar Square, Swayambhunath, Boudhanath and Pashupatinath. These sites hold great cultural, historical, architectural and religious significance. After the tour you will be dropped back to the hotel. Overnight in a hotel in Kathmandu. If you have already visited these sites, you can also choose to visit the optional UNESCO World Heritage sites like the Bhaktapur Durbar Square, Patan Durbar Square and Changu Narayan. Moreover, if there are any specific places that you want to visit on this day, let us know in advance and we will make the arrangements accordingly. Meals: Breakfast
Day 03: Drive to Pokhara Breakfast at the hotel in Kathmandu and you will start your journey to Pokhara in a private car/jeep/minivan/bus -depending on the group size. Pokhara is located 200 kilometers west of Kathmandu. The drive is on the Prithvi highway that runs first along the Trisuli River and then along the Marsyangdi River. It’s a very scenic drive and if not affected by the road condition or the highway traffic, you will reach Pokhara in 6-7 hours. Since the vehicle is private, you can stop for lunch and toilet breaks as per your preference. In Pokhara, you will check into the hotel and you can spend the evening either resting at the hotel, or strolling around the lake area and visiting the Tal Barahi Temple. Overnight in a hotel in Pokhara. Meals: Breakfast
Day 04: Drive to Ulleri (1960m/6430ft),(4h) and trek to Ghorepani (2860m/9,383ft),(7km),(4h) Ghorepani is the destination of the day and Ulleri is the trailhead. Therefore, after breakfast at the hotel in Pokhara, you will drive to Ulleri in a private jeep. Till Nayapul, the drive is on the Pokhara-Baglung Highway. The road to Ulleri forks north from the highway. You will stop in Birethanti at the office of ACAP, where the guide will take care of the check in formalities. You will then drive to Ulleri past Lamdawali, Sudame, Hile and Tikhedhunga. Ulleri greets you with a very beautiful settlement of Magar (ethnic group in Nepal) people and stunning view of Annapurna South and Hiunchuli. Pokhara to Ulleri is about a 4 hours drive. If you are hungry, you will have your lunch in Ulleri and then start your trek. However, if you are not ready for lunch, after a short trek preparation at Ulleri, you will start your day’s hike to Ghorepani. Located 7 kilometers north-west of Ulleri, the hike takes about 4 hours. It’s a gentle ascent mostly through the forest of Rhododendron and Oak. Soon, past Banthanti and Nangge Thanti, you will reach Ghorepani, which is also known as the gateway to Poon Hill, which is the best sunrise viewpoint in the entire Annapurna region. You will hike to Poon Hill the next day. In Ghorepani, you will check into the lodge and spend the evening at leisure. Overnight in a lodge in Ghorepani. Meals: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner
Day 05: Hike to Poon Hill (3193m/10,475ft) and trek to Tadapani (2630/8628ft),(9km),(6h) Today you will hike to one of the best mountain sunrise viewpoints in the world. Hiking to the top of Poon Hill (3,193m) takes about 45 minutes to 1 hour. Therefore, you will wake up early and start your hike one hour before sunrise. The top greets you with an unbelievable view of the sun striking and rising over the peaks in the Annapurna and Dhaulagiri range. In one glance you can enjoy the panorama of Dhaulagiri, Tukuche, Thapa Peak, Nilgiri-South, Central and North, Tilicho Peak, Patal Hiunchuli, Annapurna South, Baraha Shikhar Chuli, Annapurna I, Singu Chuli, Tharpu Chuli, Tare Kang, Gangapurna, Annapurna III, Gandarwa Chuli, Machhapuchhre, Mardi Himal, Annapurna IV, Annapurna II as well as Lamjung Himal. Relish the views, take pictures and you will get back to Ghorepani for breakfast. Your journey to Tadapani, located roughly 9 kilometers east of Ghorepani, commences after a hearty breakfast in Ghorepani. Initially, the trail is fairly easy, however, it grows steep as you approach the Deurali Pass. From the pass, the trail entering the forest of Rhododendron heads toward Banthanti, presenting you the section of the trail that offers great bird watching opportunity. A steep descent and a short climb from here through the forest of Rhododendron will finally take you to Tadapani. From Ghorepani to Tadpani the journey takes about 6 hours. In Tadapani, you will check into the lodge and spend the remaining time at leisure. Overnight in a lodge in Tadapani. Meals: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner
Day 06: Trek to Ghandruk(1940m/6364ft),(5.5km), (3h) and drive to Pokhara (2-3h) Today is the last day of the trek and you will trek to Ghandruk, a Gurung Village situated at the altitude of 1940 meters and located roughly 5.5 kilometers south east of Tadapani. But the destination of the day is Pokhara. After breakfast, you will start the trek which mostly descends through the forest of Oak and Rhododendron. Enjoying the sound fo the chirping birds and singing insects about 2 hour walk from Tadapani will take you to Ghandruk. Pokhara is only about 2-3 hour drive from Ghandruk. Therefore, if you want you can explore the Ghandruk village and visit the handicraft center and the Gurung museum, before starting your drive to Pokhara. From Ghandruk, you will drive to Pokhara on a very scenic road in a private jeep. Once in Pokhara, you will check into the hotel and spend the evening at leisure. Overnight in a hotel in Pokhara. Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Day 07: Explore Pokhara Breakfast at the hotel and you will set out to explore the attractions in Pokhara. Today you will visit Pumdikot, World Peace Pagoda, Gupteshwor Cave, Devi’s Fall and Mountaineering Museusm. These are the major tourist attractions in Pokhara. Private transportation (depending on your group size) and a driver will be provided for the city tour in Pokhara. After the tour, you will be dropped back to the hotel and you can spend the evening taking a stroll around the lake area. Overnight in a hotel Pokhara. Meals: Breakfast
Day 08: Drive to Kathmandu Breakfast at the hotel and you will start your journey to Kathamndu in a private vehicle (depending on your group size). Provide that the road condition is good and is not affected by the highway traffic either, you will reach Kathmandu in about 6-7 hour. In Kathmandu, you will check into the hotel booked for you and in the evening a company representative will meet you for farewell dinner and feedback. Overnight in a hotel in Kathmandu. Meals: Breakfast and Farewell Dinner
Day 09: Departure day Last day in Nepal. After breakfast, as per your airport reporting time, you will be transferred to the airport to help you catch your onward flight. Meals: Breakfast Last day in Nepal. After breakfast, as per your airport reporting time, you will be transferred to the airport to help you catch your onward flight. Meals: Breakfast
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