Ghorepani Poon Hill Trekking
Ghorepani Poon Hill Trekking
This varied short trek proceeds through open cultivated valleys to dense forests by the side of rushing streams, and allows stunning vistas of the peaks. From Ulleri magnificent views of Annapurna South, Himchuli and Machhapuchhre are revealed. In spring the rhododendron forests are in flower especially on the trail from Ghorepani to Ghandruk. Situated above the tumbling Modi Khola river, Ghandruk village is a large centre of the Gurung community, set amidst cultivated terraces with stone pathways connecting the different levels, offering superb views of the Annapurna range.
Ghorepani Poon Hill Trekking itinerary
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Day 01:
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Kathmandu to Pokhara by bus or flight.
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Day 02:
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Pokhara to Nayapul by bus/taxi and walking Ulleri (1960m).
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Day 03:
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Ulleri to Ghorepani (2860m)
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Day 04:
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Pre-dawn walk up Poon Hill (3210m) for superb views of Dhaulagiri (8167m), Nilgiri (7041m), Machhapuchhare (6998m), Annapurna I (8091m), Annapurna II (7939m), Annapurna III (7555m), Annapurna IV (7525m), Annapurna South 97219m), Hiunchuli (6441m), Lamjung Himal (6986m),Tukuche Peak (6920m). Breakfast at Ghorepani and continue to Tadapani (2630m) 4-5 hours.
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Day 05:
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Tadapani to Ghandruk (1940m) 4 hours.
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Day 06:
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Ghandruk to Nayapul – 5 hours, and continue to Pokhara by bus or taxi
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Day 07:
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Pokhara to Kathmandu by tourist bus – 6 to 7 hours
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Ghandruk Trekking
An alternative short trek also allowing great views of the mountains.
Ghandruk Trekking itinerary
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Day 01:
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Kathmandu to Pokhara (820m) by tourist bus and taxi to Phedi (1130m)
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Day 02:
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Phedi to Landruk (1565m)
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Day 03:
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Landruk to Ghandruk (1940m)
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Day 04:
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Ghandruk to Birethanti (1010m) and taxi to Pokhara
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