Ghorepani Poon Hill Trek

Annapurna Region 5 days max 3,210 m Updated July 8, 2026

Ghorepani Poon Hill Trek A Ghorepani Poon hill trek in Nepal is especially fit for those who are tight in schedule and very eager to do the trek. Ghorepani-Poon hill is a 3-4 day trip starting from the Ulleri till Banthanti. Best time to do…

Duration 5 days
Max altitude 3,210 mHighest point of the trek
Difficulty: EasyAbout 3-4 hours/day of walking
Group size 1-10
Best seasonMarch–May : October-December
Flexible bookingFree cancellation up to 30 days before departure. No booking fees.

Highlights

World best Viewpoint Poonhill to have amazing 180 degree Mountain ranges view and Sunrise view
Short trek with beautiful and humble Gurung community
Less dangerous route compared to other routes in Nepal
World's Largest Rhododendron Forest
Starting Point Pokhara city is stunning in itself

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Ghorepani Poon Hill Trek

A Ghorepani Poon hill trek in Nepal is especially fit for those who are tight in schedule and very eager to do the trek.

Ghorepani-Poon hill is a 3-4 day trip starting from the Ulleri till Banthanti.

Best time to do the Ghorepani Poon hill trek

Ghorepani can be done throughout the year. It is one of the best-selling trekking packages in Nepal. It offers an amazing community of Gurung People along with the best in Nature in itself. There is a time in the year that is very suitable to do trekking in Nepal.

The best time to do the Ghorepani Poon hill trek is in either Spring or Autumn. Spring at March to May while Autumn at October to mid-December. At this time the climate will be very much better with clear skies and the breathtaking view of the Annapurna Mountain ranges are clearly visible.

Trek in Winter

To do the Ghorepani Poon hill trek in winter you must consider bringing crampons as the way might be slippery due to heavy snowfall or ice. Winter is still safer to do this trek as it is a shorter trek with no risk of any mountain disaster.

Trek in Monsoon

This trek in Monsoon might be a little difficult as the heavy rainfall will increase the number of leeches that sucks your blood. You need to bring rain gear, anti leech medicines in order to do this trip in a much easier way.

Trek in Spring

Ghorepani Poon hill Trek in Spring is really an amazing chance to encounter the most beautiful rhododendron forest. At this time the atmosphere will be more moisturize. You will enjoy a lot during this time in Ghorepani Region.

Trek in Autumn

This trek during Autumn which is the biggest and longest trekking season in Nepal is an amazing time. You will find lots of Travelers going to this region. Encountering amazing hospitality in this region during this time will melt your heart and will make you return to Nepal for another trip.

Trek difficulty

The Ghorepani Poon hill trek might be difficult for those who are new to this mountain world and have no previous experience of trekking in the high mountains. This trip is normally regarded as one of the easiest trekking trails in Nepal. With shorter days the difficulty of this trek is greatly reduced.

Trek Destination and Exact Location

Ghorepani Poon hill trek starts from North of Pokhara exactly located 250 kilometers west of Kathmandu. To reach the trek starting point you need to drive to Ulleri which is around 3 hours drive from Pokhara.

Transportation during the Trek

Transportation during the trek will be either a Tourist bus or a Private vehicle depending upon what kind of service you booked from us.

Poon hill View Point

Poon hill is a place with one of the finest views that you can have in the Annapurna region. The breathtaking sunrise view with 180-degree Himalayan ranges will make your trip one of the most memorable trips of your lifetime.

Booking Ghorepani Poon hill Trek

We as an authorized trekking agency in Nepal do have one of the best Packages for this trek. Our service might be a Guide service or a full board package with free airport transfer included in the package.

Outline Itinerary

Day 01: Pokhara into Ulleri (1900m).
Day 02: Trek to Ghorepani about a 6-7 hours walk.
Day 03: Trek to Tadapani
Day 04: Trek to Ghandruk/continue to Pokhara

Itinerary

1DayPokhara into Ulleri (1900m)Day 1 of 4

Early in the morning a nice drive to Ulleri via Nayapul. Nayapul is the classic trek starting point. Pokhara to Ulleri is around a 3.5-hour drive. nearly 1-hour drive will be an offroad drive. Today you won’t need to hike.

2DayTrek to Ghorepani 6-7 hours HikeDay 2 of 4

Our voyage proceeds after a hot breakfast around 08:00 o’clock toward the evening. Nowadays, it’s somewhat requesting a steep stroll from a stone staircase to Ulleri for around 1 and thirty minutes. Meal break at Banthanti and outside Banthanti.

The experience of hiking through sublime rhododendron and pine woods is really amazing. Its 6/7 hours walk adds up to stunning Ghorepani.

3DayEarly in the Morning to Poonhill (45 minutes) and then Trek to Tadapani (2600m)Day 3 of 4

You will be early in the climb to Poonhill. From Poonhill the view of the Annapurna Mountain ranges is really gorgeous. You can also have one of the best sunrise views in the world.

After Poonhill head back to the Ghorepani Tea House for a quick breakfast and then 4 hour’s hike to Tadapani.

4DayTrek to Ghandruk then continue to Pokhara by driveDay 4 of 4

We stroll over a subtropical woods trail. It’s a noteworthy settlement of the famous Gurung community, an ethnic gathering of Nepal.

Ghandruk is around 3.5 hour hike from Tadapani. It is at an altitude of 1900m. After reaching Ghandruk Village you will have your Lunch and be ready to head back to Pokhara which is around 3 hours drive from Ghandruk.

What's included

Included

Airport picks up and drops off by private vehicle.
Three-time Meal During trekking(Breakfast-Lunch-Dinner)
All ground transportation on a comfortable private vehicle as per the itinerary
Kathmandu to Pokhara by bus/private vehicle
Guided city tour in Kathmandu by private vehicle
An experienced, English-speaking, and government-licensed trek leader and assistant trek leader (10 trekkers: 1 assistant guide) Porter service (2 trekkers: 1 porter)
Staff costs including their salary, insurance, equipment, food, and accommodation Down jacket and sleeping bag (to be returned after trip completion)
All necessary paperwork and trekking permits and TIMS.
Medical kit (carried by your trek leader)
All government and local taxes
Trekking map
Trekking certificate after the trek.

Not included

Nepalese visa fee
Excess baggage charge(s)
Private transportation except what is mentioned in the What Is Included section
Extra night accommodation in Kathmandu and Pokhara because of early arrival, late departure, early return from the mountain (due to any reason like natural disaster and your own problems) than the scheduled itinerary Lunch and evening meals in Kathmandu (and also in the case of early return from the mountain than the scheduled itinerary) International flights
Travel and rescue insurance
Trekking equipment
Personal expenses (phone calls, laundry, bar bills, battery recharge, extra porters, bottle or boiled water, shower, etc.) Tips for guide(s), porter(s) and driver(s)

Before you book

The realities of this route, told straight, so nothing surprises you later.

Genuinely one of Nepal's easiest treks, but the stairs are real

At 3,210m, Ghorepani Poon Hill sits well below the altitude where mountain sickness becomes a serious concern, and the trip is rated Easy for good reason — this is a good first trek for beginners or anyone short on time. That said, don’t underestimate it: the stone staircase climb out of Ulleri on day 2 is steep and sustained, and trekking poles make a real difference on both that climb and the knee-testing descent into Ghandruk on day 4.

No flights at all

You’ll drive from Pokhara to Ulleri via Nayapul (around 3.5 hours, with roughly the last hour on rougher, unpaved road) to start, and drive back from Ghandruk at the end. There’s no flight-related weather risk to plan around here, which makes this one of the more schedule-friendly treks on offer.

Insurance isn't included, even on an easy trek

Travel and rescue insurance is explicitly excluded from the trip cost. Given the modest altitude here, standard travel insurance with trekking cover is generally sufficient you don’t need the high-altitude/helicopter-specific policies required for treks above 4,000–5,000m but it’s still worth arranging before you arrive.

Simple, comfortable teahouses throughout no camping involved

Expect basic twin-share teahouse rooms with shared bathrooms at Ghorepani, Tadapani, and along the route, warm enough for the moderate altitude but with hot showers, Wi-Fi, and charging typically costing extra. A down jacket and sleeping bag are provided as part of the package and should be returned at the end of the trip.

A guide and porter are included, and genuinely useful even on an easy routeAn English-speaking, government-licensed guide and porter service are built into the package, along with all TIMS and ACAP permit paperwork — one less thing to arrange yourself. Solo trekking without a guide is possible on this well-marked, popular route, but the included guide adds real value for pacing, local knowledge, and handling the Gurung villages you pass through.

An English-speaking, government-licensed guide and porter service are built into the package, along with all TIMS and ACAP permit paperwork one less thing to arrange yourself. Solo trekking without a guide is possible on this well-marked, popular route, but the included guide adds real value for pacing, local knowledge, and handling the Gurung villages you pass through.

Useful Info

Permits required

TIMS (Trekkers’ Information Management System) card
Annapurna Conservation Area Permit (ACAP)
Both are arranged for you as part of the package and included in the trip cost.

Health & vaccinations

No mandatory vaccinations for Nepal, but routine vaccines (tetanus, hepatitis A/B, typhoid) are commonly recommended by travel clinics. A basic personal medical kit including altitude/headache medication, blister plasters, and any personal prescriptions is worth carrying, even on a trek this low.

Physical fitness required

No technical skill needed, but a reasonable base fitness helps expect 4–6 hours of walking per day, including sustained stone-staircase sections. Some pre-trip cardio (walking, stairs, hiking) makes the Ulleri climb and Ghandruk descent noticeably easier.

Food and water

Teahouse menus offer standard trekking fare (dal bhat, noodles, soup, pancakes) plus hot drinks. Bottled or boiled water is available to buy along the route; a personal water bottle with purification tablets or a filter is a cheaper, more eco-friendly alternative.

Electricity and connectivity

Power sockets are Nepali/Indian-style (type C/D/M); a universal adapter and a power bank are useful, since charging at teahouses often costs a small fee. Local SIM cards (Ncell or NTC) are cheap and easy to buy in Kathmandu or Pokhara and give reasonable coverage along the lower parts of the route, though signal gets patchy near Poon Hill itself.

Group size and pace

Typically small groups, with the itinerary set at a comfortable, moderate pace with regular rest stops the guide will adjust timing depending on group fitness.

FAQ

How to book this trip and payment process for Ghorepani Poon Hill Trek?

You can send us direct inquiries via the contact form. For the booking and payment process you will need to transfer the specific sum of money to Info Nepal stated bank address in Nepal.

What is Cancellation Policy for Ghorepani Poon Hill Trek?

You must inform 15 days before arrival in order to cancel or Postpone the trip. Canceling this trip means there will be a certain percentage deducted as TAX, VAT, and company service charge.

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