Ghorepani Poon Hill Trek is probably the best short trek in Nepal that offers mind-blowing views of Himalayan vistas. The trail is very easy for inexperienced trekkers and ideal for those who want to trek for the first time in Nepal. Trekking to Poon Hill can be done within 3-4 days. Likewise, Poon Hill trail is the best way to acclimatize your body, if you want to do ABC Trek orAnnapurna Circuit Trek. The Ghorepani Poon Hill trek is known as a relatively easy trek in Nepal. However, sound physical fitness is important to complete this trek without any hiccups.
A short trek to Poon Hill begins from Nayapool and goes through the small villages of Tikhedhunga, Ulleri, Ghorepani, and Ghandruk Village. The trail offers small streams, waterfalls, alpine forests, suspension bridges, etc. which gives the ultimate adventure on this trek. Trekking in Nepal provides almost similar adventures to in Ghorepani Poon Hill trek. Classic Trek Nepal organizes this short trek in Nepal professionally with a customized itinerary. To know more about Ghorepani Poon Hill Trek costs, feel free to contact us.
Where is the starting point of the Ghorepani Poon Hill trek?
Well, there are various points to start your trek to Ghorepani Poon Hill. The famous and popular starting point is Nayapul and the finishing it at Ghandruk Village. But you can also start from the Ghandruk and finish it at Nayapul. It takes about an hour to reach Nayapool from Pokhara in a private Vehicle. However, if the trek starts from Ghandruk, it takes about 2 hours to reach Ghandruk in a private vehicle. Pokhara-Ghandruk Road is a bumpy road so, when it rains the road might be blocked due to a muddy route. So, it is better to start from Nayapul.
Accommodations during the Poon Hill Trek
During the trek apart from Pokhara Lodge, you will stay at Tea houses. Most of the tea houses have shared rooms with twin beds basis. Rarely you can find private double bedrooms with attached bathrooms. Ghorepani and Ghandruk have Tea houses with attached bathrooms. But, in Tadhapani tea houses have the sharing bathroom. You may be surprised as almost all tea houses have Wi-Fi facilities now. Some tea houses may charge you the extra for using it but some may not. Likewise, the beds are very simple with clean rooms.
Ghorepani Poon Hill trek Difficulty
The Ghorepani Poon Hill trek is considered one of the easiest treks in Nepal. It is suitable for solo trekkers, couples, or even family members. Even if you are a novice hiker, if you take it slowly and gradually, it can be done easily. The daily average walking period is 3-4 hours, so it shouldn't be that difficult to walk 3 hours in a day.
Sunrise View From Poon Hill
Ghorepani Poon Hill Trek offers a mesmerizing sunrise view striking the face of mountain vistas including Annapurna, Mt. Fishtail, Dhaulagiri, Nilgiri, and Hiunchuli. The hike to Poonhill from Ghorepani is around 45 minutes. A small headlight is recommended while hiking up to the Poon Hill early in the morning. Hiking around 5 am can be darker so better to keep it in a safe.
