Ghorepani-Poonhill Trek

Ghorepani Poonhill Trek is a perfect introduction to the magnificent Annapurna region trekking. The short and easy trail of Ghorepani Poon hill trek can be enjoyed without any risk of Acute Mountain Sickness (AMS). The magnificent mountain scenery, beautiful hills filled with rhododendron trees, fresh mountain air and the warm, hospitable villages totally justifies the popularity of the trek. The trekkers will be able to relish the Himalayan views with mountains like Mount Dhaulagiri or Annapurna I.

Ghorepani Poon hill Trek offers the opportunity to explore the rich culture, biodiversity of the region and rare mountain wildlife such asbrown dipper, White-breasted Kingfisher, butterflies, Barking Deer in the dense Orchids, Rhododendron and Magnolia forest. The trek is culturally insightful as we visit the Gurung and Magar villages. These villages are the home to the world ‘s most courageous warriors, the Gurkhas. As a whole, Ghorepani Poon hill Trekking is the best way to explore the natural and cultural heritages of Annapurna region.

This trek starts from Nayapul, which is an hour drive from the scenic city of Pokhara. From there the rugged trail traverses dense Rhododendron and Magnolia forest, deep gorges, small mountain streams and charming villages with the backdrop of the splendid snow peak mountains.One the most admired sunrise views awaits trekkers at Poohill. The Poon Hill offers breathtaking sunrise views over the mighty Himalayan peaks of the Annapurna Sanctuary, including Gangapurna, Annapurna South, Annapurna I, Dhaulagiri, and Hiunchul. We retrace our way back to the Modi River Valley and descend to Nayapul to conclude our beautiful mountain adventure.

The most picturesque short trek in Nepal, GhorepaniPoonhill Trek, offers you spectacular mountain scenery that is bound to leave you breathless.

Join the Nepal Eco Adventure’s Ghorepani-Poonhill Trekking Adventure to enjoy the energizing fresh mountain air and warm Himalayan hospitality while being enthralled with the breathtaking view of the gigantic Annapurna range. Little Alteration to the trek also leads you to the beautiful Ghandruk Village during Ghorepani-Poonhill-Ghandruk Trek. If you want to explore more the beauty of Annapurna Region , you can also look into Annapurna base Camp Trekking and Annapurna Circuit Trekking.

TRIP HIGHLIGHTS

Mountains: Mt. Dhaulagiri 8167m, Annapurna I 8091m, Fishtail / Machhapuchhre 6991m, Nilgiri 7041m, Annapurna south 7219m, Annapurna II 7939m, Annapurna III 7555m, Annapurna IV 7525m, LamjungHimal 6988m and many more above 5000m, Poon hill, Gurung and Magar’s charming village, dense forest of rhododendrons and magnolia, passing through the deep gorge, Phewa and Begnas Lake.