About this experience
5 Days Ghorepani Poonhill Ghandruk Trek
Step into Nepal’s most scenic short trek! Wander through lush forests, cross sparkling streams, climb to colorful mountain villages, and greet the sunrise over Annapurna & Dhaulagiri from the famous Poon Hill (3,210m). End your journey in the traditional Gurung village of Ghandruk, with its stone houses and warm hospitality.
️ Itinerary at a Glance
Day 1: Drive Pokhara → Nayapul (1,070m), trek to Tikhedhunga (1,540m) – ⏱️ 4/5 hrs
Day 2: Trek through rhododendron forests to Ghorepani (2,874m) – ⏱️ 6/7 hrs
Day 3: Sunrise at Poon Hill (3,210m), trek to Tadapani (2,630m) – ⏱️ 5/6 hrs
Day 4: Easy walk to Ghandruk (1,940m), explore Gurung culture – ⏱️ 3/4 hrs
Day 5: ⛰️ Trek to Nayapul, drive back to Pokhara – ⏱️ 4/5 hrs
✨ Highlights: Panoramic Himalayan sunrise
• Gurung hospitality
• Rhododendron forests
• Waterfalls & terraces
• Short yet unforgettable adventure!
At a glance
- Duration: 5 hr
- Private experience
Plan your experience
Set aside 5 hr for the experience itself, with additional time to reach your meeting or pickup point.
Before you go
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
What is included
- Insurance of your guide as per state law.
- Experienced trekking guide.
- Hotel Pick up & Drop Off from Any Area of Pokhara
- Free Luggage Storage in Pokhara
- Neat and clean lodge accommodation
- Hiking Poles / Duffle Bag / Trekking Bag if Required
- Annapurna conservation area permit , TIMS (trekking information management system)
Not included
- Use of Snorkelling equipment
- All Meals (Available on Purchase)
- Tips for Guide
- Porter - ( Not Necessary / If required please contact us)
Itinerary and highlights
Starting at about 8 am from Pokhara (the main closest town to the Annapurna Himalaya range), we drive about 2 hours by car/jeep to Nayapool to begin the Ghorepani Poon Hill trek. We have lunch break at Sudame or Ramghai and we continue hiking to Ulleri (2100m), First 3 hours will be regular easy walk and then steep walk up to Ulleri uphill starts soon from Tikhedunga. It is said to have 3000 stone steps. Overnight stay in lodge. Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner.
It is a bit challenging hike up as on first day; then we walk lush forest of rhododendron, oak and bamboo forests. We go to sleep early as the next day we climb up to Poon Hill summit. Overnight stay in lodge. Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner.
Before dawn we get out of our cozy sleeping bags piled high with blankets, dressed up and walk up about 45 minute climb to the top of Poon Hill (3210m) for sunrise view. This is the view that the entire Ghorepani Poon Hill trek is based upon, and it’s worth every step to get there. We hike back down and take breakfast at the lodge, set off to Tadapani. Overnight stay in lodge at Tadapani. Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner.
We walk along a shaded forest trail, followed by terraced fields of maize and potatoes to Ghandruk. From here we have fantastic views of Annapurna South, Hiunchuli and Machhapuchhare. It is a major settlement of the Gurung, an ethnic group of Nepal. It is a very famous Gurung village with terraces and offers excellent mountain views. After arriving, it is possible to take a short walk to explore the village, visiting a cultural museum and monastery. Overnight stay in lodge in Ghandruk. Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner.
Walk down hill from Ghandruk to Syauli Bazaar then flat pleasing walk to Nayapul and drive back civilization in Pokhara. Rest and relax after 5 days hiking. Meals Included: Breakfast and Lunch
Meeting and pickup information
- please , tell us your hotel name we will send vehicle to pick up you.
Languages and tickets
- English — Guide
- zh-CN — Guide
- Mobile Only
Tour operator
- Linkage Tours & Travels
Accessibility and practical details
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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