Join a certified mountain guide for this scenic, exciting and fun 10-day luxury Ghorepani Poonhill Trek. Watching the sunrise from the top of Poonhill serves as the climax of the trip. Either side of this incredible moment, enjoy stunning views of the diverse Himalayan landscapes and meet local people.
Private
Himalaya
10 Days
Feb - Jun, Aug - Dec
Intermediate
All levels
For those with less than two weeks to spare who want an authentic Himalayan trekking experience, look no further than the Ghorepani Poonhill Trek!
Over the course of 10 days, we will head from the city of Pokhara deep into the Himalayan wilderness and up to the top of the iconic Poonhill for an unrivaled sunrise. Along the way, we'll enjoy some great views and really explore Nepal's diverse landscapes.
The adventure begins shortly after you arrive in Kathmandu. The following day we will transfer to Pokhara and have the chance to explore this enchanting lake-side city.
Then the real fun begins the next day, when we head out on the trek. Each day, we will hike through thick forests, over massive gorges and through verdant valleys, until we reach Ghorepani.
The climax of the trip comes the following day as we get a pre-dawn start and climb to the summit of Poonhill. from our lofty vantage point, we will have stunning views as the sunrises over some of the most iconic Himalayan peaks.
As the sun emerges from behind these massive, snow-covered peaks, we will get stunning views of Mt Dhaulagiri (8167m), Tukuche Peak (6920m), Nilgiri (6940m), Varaha Shikhar (7847m), Annapurna (8091m), Machhapuchhre (6993m) and Lamjung Himal (6931m).
Once we've had our fill of the view, we'll begin to wind our way back to Pokhara. En route, we will visit the World Heritage site of Ghandruk, where we will visit a Gurung cultural museum and attending a cultural event in the evening.
After arriving in Pokhara, the trip will come to a close as we drive back to Kathmandu and visit various other scenic vistas and monasteries en route to the capital.
So what are you waiting for? Book now for this once-in-a-lifetime 10-day luxury Ghorepani Poonhill trek through the Nepalese Himalayas!
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After arriving at Tribhuvan International Airport, you will meet one of our representatives and transfer to the hotel.
We will take a morning flight from Kathmandu to Pokhara and spend the rest of the day exploring the city.
We will make a short drive to Nayapul and begin trekking to Tikhedhunga on a nice dirt road along a stream bed. As we go, we will enjoy plenty of great views of the Himalayas.
We will spend the day trekking onto Ghorepani, passing through the villages of Ulleri and Banthanti en route. On the way, we will get plenty of great views of some of the most iconic Himalayan peaks.
Getting a pre-dawn start, we will make the 1.5 hour ascent of Poonhill and watch the sunrise over the Himalayas. Afterward, we will descend back to Ghorepani and continue on through a rhododendron, bamboo and oak forest to Tadapani.
Today will be the easiest day of the trek as we continue to hike through more rhododendron and oak forests and on to Ghandruk. In this Gurung village, we will spend the afternoon meeting local people and learning about their culture.
We will start the day by making a steep ascent up to Kimbu, before descending the famed stone staircase to Landruk and continuing on to Pothana. We’ll enjoy more great views as we go.
On the last day of trekking, we will hike out to Dhampus Phedi, which will take about 4 hours, before transferring back to Pokhara.
We will spend the day driving to Kathmandu. On the way, we will do some sightseeing before arriving back in the capital.
You will transfer to the airport and fly back home.
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At Welcome Nepal Treks we offer the best guided programs to some of the most amazing locations in the Himalayas!
Nepal is a premier trekking destination, with some of the most amazing mountains in the world. However, mountaineering in the Himalayas requires adequate preparation, handling complex logistics, paperwork and more. In order to have the best possible trekking experience, it is paramount to go with a certified guide from a qualified agency that can both point you in the right direction and take care of your needs and queries. As one of the leading trekking companies in Nepal, we are approved by the Government of Nepal, the Ministry of Culture, Tourism and Civil Aviation, and are an active member of TAAN (Trekking Agents Association of Nepal), NMA (Nepal Mountaineering Association and NTB (Nepal Tourism Board).
Join us on one of our many trekking programs and we will make sure to point you to the best places in the region while making sure that you acclimatize properly and are safe, that all your logistics are taken care of, and that you have an overall unforgettable wonderful experience!
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Nepali | English
Didier
Très belle expérience que ce trek de 5 jours intense physiquement dans un cadre exceptionnel avec une vue extraordinaire. Le guide exceptionnel nous a accompagné jusqu’au bout de ce trek. Il connaît parfaitement les sentiers les tea house et nous a permis de découvrir des paysages époustouflants. Je le recommande chaleureusement et le remercie encore
Excellent service adventure safari lodge was very nice location.All staff was very helpful.Guide was very knowledgeable .Thanks Mr Hari for your great arrangement.
Amazing view. Helpful guide and porter. We enjoyed alot this trek is really touched with nature. Thanks welcomenepal trek for arranging this beautiful trek.
The staff was very helpful and we had a beautiful views with clear weather. We recommend for everyone. Thank you so much!
Cannot recommend this company enough. A very professional & thoughtful group of people ensuring their passengers have the best experience. The views of Everest was incredible. The flight crew called out all of the mountains as we passed them. Stunning experience. Thank you
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