If you would like to enjoy the wonderful views that nature offers and you are also interested in trekking, but you do not have enough experience in the sports or you do not have a ton of vacation days taking up your schedule, then you should take Poon Hill Trek Itinerary . The Poon Hill viewpoint is in the Annapurna area, near the hamlet of Ghorepani, which was an old stopping point for traders in the past where they would rest and water their horses, hence the name because Ghore means horse in the local dialect.
Poon Hill Trek Itinerary is one of the shortest trek routes offered in the Annapurna Himalayas range and one of the most attracted for tourists. This is because its does not require training, any normal fit person can conquer the summit, and despite one of the easiest in the region it does requires some physical effort for its completion. Spring and autumn are the busiest seasons for this route, so you might want to do this route in late January after snow has melted or in late October or early November.
Poon Hill Trek begins;
Speaking of numbers, the drive to Poon Hill takes about 8 days (round trip) starting from Nayapul, about 250 km from Kathmandu, the capital of Nepal. A maximum of 3220 meters above sea level will not be exceeded in its 50 km of travel time, so you won’t need to worry about the known evil of heights, the nightmare of the climbers.
This is the perfect trek to do together in a family as well. Not only will you be impacted by the countryside, you will also be able to interact with several villages in the region, which allows for cultural exchange. Additionally, these enchanting mountains are accompanied by waterfalls, rivers, and even varied vegetation such as: azalea forests.
During the tour, you will also encounter other mountaineers who go to different destinations, the most common one being Annapurna Base Camp. Most of the villages in this region are used to the constant arrival of tourists, so you will be well received. Trekking in the mountains is the most popular tourist activity.
Pokhara is the starting point for Poon Hill Trek itinerary , which means that from there a bus or private vehicle is necessary to take you from there; once you reach, you must seal your Permits at the entrance to the town to gain access to the Annapurna Conservation Park. Furthermore, you must have the Trekking Information Management System card to conduct the trek. In spite of the road being well marked, it is always recommended to hire a guide, so that if you encounter any issues on the way, you have someone who knows the region, if your decision is to go on your own, make sure you plan and map out your route beforehand.
There are two main ways to trek to Poon Hill, which both converge at the same Ghorepani point. The first is Nayapul- Ulleri- Ghorepani- Poon Hill and the second is Nayapul- Ghandruk- Ghorepani- Poon Hill.
Starting with the stretch Nayapul-Ulleri, a route which is quite civilized with bridges, stairs, and signs that make the crossing a lot easier. There are still thousands of steps to climb, and there are about 900 meters of elevation to ascend, therefore, it is good to take a short break in the locality so that the muscles can relax since the hike is about six hours long, but once there you will realize that the magnificent sunrise that you can observe from Ulleri will be worth the Poon Hill Trek itinerary.
Ulleri-Ghorepani trail follows a route of approximately 5 hours, which is quite impressive, since during the trip you can see rivers, jungle vegetation, bridges, waterfalls, and farmers working. In the fields of the region, it is best to spend the night and the next morning ascend to the Poon Hill viewpoint, making a 2 hour tour to view one of the most beautiful sunrises you have ever witnessed.
The second road begins with the Nayapul-Ghandruk (1930m) trek, which takes about 5 hours with steps and moderate slopes. You will complete the journey Ghandruk-Ghorepani in about 8 hours, stopping in the town of Banthanti for a nice lunch and a look at the picturesque landscape before continuing your journey to Ghorepani.
An experience like this is invaluable and will fill you with energy to live your life fully. Don’t think about it anymore, and start the Poon Hill Trek!
Poon Hill Trek Itinerary
Day 01: Kathmandu Pokhara
Day 02: Pokhara – Nayapul
Day 03: Nayapul-Ulleri
Day 04: Ulleri-Ghorepani
Day 05: Ghorepani-Poon Hill
Day 06: Ghorepani-Ulleri
Day 07: Ulleri- Nayapul.
Day 08: Nayapul- Pokhara
