2 Days Poon Hill Trek - Easy Hiking & Scenic Jeep Tour

2 Days Poon Hill Trek - Easy Hiking & Scenic Jeep Tour

2 days Poon Hill trek is the shortest and scenic adventure that you can find in the Annapurna foothills. Poon Hill, situated 3,210 meters altitude from sea level is lay lap of great Himalayan range, with a 360-degree panoramic view, fascinating traditional Villages, Pun Magars ethnic community unique culture, rhododendron forests and a mixture of rare flora and fauna. Especially, during sunrise and sunset time it bestows magical snowcapped mountains scenery, so this is known as Poon Hill Sunrise trek as well. Poon hill is a Hill station to view the breathtaking Annapurna Massif range and Dhaulagiri mountain range which is in border of Myagdi District and Kaski District in Gandaki Pradesh of Nepal. Annapurna South 7,219 Meter, Machapuchare 6,993 Meter, Hinchuli, Annapurna III, Dhampus peak, Dhulariri II, and many other lofty peaks can be seen from this majestic place-Poon Hill.

At our 2 days Poon Hill trek, firstly, we start a private jeep drive right from your hotel in Pokhara to reach a hill village at Ulleri. And then start walking with a slow climb to reach Ghorepani village. Ghorepani village surrounded by a green forest of rhododendron trees and listed as the world’s natural garden. However, you can witness in springtime where wild-flowers are in blooming time in the month of March to May.

At Ghorepani village, overnight in a nice and cozy local lodge run by the Poon / Magar tribe the main inhabitants of the area. From Ghorepani you can enjoy many mountain views including the Dhaulagiri Himalayan range. The next morning hike for an hour to reach on top scenic Poon Hill and the highest spot of the adventure. During the beautiful spot Poon Hill, catch the spectacular sunrise view over the chain of Himalayan peaks with world two highest mountains Dhaulagiri and Annapurna 1st including magnificent Machhapuchare ‘Fish-Tail’ mountain.

After enjoying the marvelous moments of Poon Hill trek 2 days in Poon Hill, trek back to guesthouse for breakfast and continue to walk to Ulleri. From Ulleri, exciting drive brings you back to lovely Pokhara by its serene Phewa Lake to complete our wonderful adventure.

Highlight of 2 Days Poon Hill Trek: 
--360 degree panoramic view of Snowcapped Mountains
--One of the best Short Trek in Annapurna
--Visit Most thrilling view point Poon Hill (3,210m)
--Suitable for any trekkers and no age boundary
--Short Easy Access from Pokhara
--Lifetime experience within 2 days

1 night / 2 days poon hill trek bookings are open for the year 2021, 2022, 2023 and 2024, book early and get a handsome discount

Short Poon Hill Trek Outline Itinerary:
Day 01: Drive to Ulleri 1,960 m from Pokhara 860 m. And trek to Ghorepani 2,880 m (3 hrs drive and 04-05 hrs walk). Overnight stay in Ghorepani.
Day 02: Morning hike to Poon Hill 3,210 m. Trek to Ulleri and drive to Pokhara – 06 hrs with drives and walks.

 

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Detailed Itinerary

Trip Itinerary

Day Highlights
Day 1 Pokhara to Ulleri and then to Ghorepani Village.
In the morning our Guide will come to pick up you at your Pokhara Hotel. From where private jeep drive takes you outskirt of Pokhara valley to reach Nayapul and Bhirethati village, and then continue to drive past farm villages and beautiful waterfalls to reach Hile and Tikhedhunga. From here our ride leads on winding uphill around mountain road to reach at lovely Ulleri village with views of Annapurna South and top of Machhapuchare Himal ‘Fish Tail’. On reaching Ulleri village where 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 slow up to Ghorepani village for an overnight stop. Ghorepani populated by Poon people of the Magar tribe located beneath Poon Hill's viewpoint. Overnight at one of finest guesthouses in Ghorepani. 
Day 2

Ghorepani to Poon Hill - Back to Ulleri and drive to Pokhara.
To see magical mountains view with sunrise, We will hike about 45-60 minutes up to Poon Hill Situated at the height of 3,210m. This viewpoint provides the Spectacular and Mesmerizing view of the sunrise over the panoramic high Himalayas. From Poon Hill you will see the Himalayas Peaks like Mt. Dhaulagiri (8,167m), Annapurna (8,091m), Machhapuchere, Nilgiri, Hiuchuli, Annapurna South, Dhaulagiri 2, 3, 4, Dhampus Peak, Tukuche Peak. Typically in clear days, you can see, up to 32 Peaks including 12 Peaks also known as Bhara Shikhar.
After a scenic and dramatic moment descend to Ghorepani having breakfast continue downhill within forested area past Bhanthati village to reach Ulleri where our private jeep takes you back to beautiful Pokhara. End Service. 

Note: If above itinerary couldn't meet your needs, please let us know, we will plan a beautiful itinerary as per your desire and requirements.

Departure Dates & Cost

Trip Dates & Price

Start Date End Date Cost Status Booking
1 October 2023 2 October 2023 US$ 230 Available Book Now
20 October 2023 21 October 2023 US$ 230 Available Book Now
10 March 2024 11 March 2024 US$ 230 Available Book Now
20 March 2024 21 March 2024 US$ 230 Available Book Now
30 March 2024 1 April 2024 US$ 230 Available Book Now
4 April 2024 5 April 2024 US$ 230 Available Book Now
10 April 2024 11 April 2024 US$ 230 Available Book Now
15 April 2024 16 April 2024 US$ 230 Available Book Now
20 April 2024 21 April 2024 US$ 230 Available Book Now

 

Cost Includes

  • Organize Private Jeep to Ulleri (trek start point) from Pokhara and back (extra paying) 
  • Annapurna Conservation Area Project( ACAP permit) and Trekkers Information management permits (TIMS permit )
  • 3 Main course meals (Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner) and 3 hot drinks per day during trekking.
  • Accommodations in Tea houses/lodge during the trekking.
  • English speaking guide (with their salary, accommodation, meals, transportation, and insurance).
  • Assistant guide if the group more than 6 people (with their salary, accommodation, meal, transportation, and insurance).
  • First aid kit with guide
  • All necessary grounded transportation
  • All Local / Government Taxes

Cost Excludes

--Jeep cost approx (USD 100 each Jeep and cost for a jeep will be sharing among trekkers)
--Nepal visa fees and International Airfare.
--Travel, emergency rescue and insurance cost.
--Sightseeing entrance fees, Food and accommodation in Pokhara
--Food other than mentioned above, telephone bills, laundry charges and shower fees during trekking.
--WiFi or internet cost and battery charging bill during the trek.
--Extra porter and activities rather than the itinerary.
--Other costs caused by a natural disasters, flight delays, early arrival from trek etc.
--Tips or gifts for the guides and porters.
--Any kind of transportation in the city.
--Other costs not mentioned in 'cost includes' section

Trip FAQ

Trip FAQ

From Ulleri onward where trails lead-ups but gradually with few short steep sections before Ghorepani village located in a top called Deurali. As for Poon Hill a climb for an hour to reach the scenic viewpoint, which happens early morning with cool temperatures to make the walk easier.

From popular and healthy Nepalese Dal-Bhat (boiled rice and lentil soup with seasonal vegetable mild curry) to continental, Chinese, Indian and so on cooked with care and hygienic in the local lodges.


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