Ghorepani Poon Hill Trek - 5 Days

One day before the trek begins, there will be a short group briefing in Pokhara. The exact briefing time and location will be shared with you after your booking is confirmed. Briefings are usually held at partner hotels in Pokhara, depending on group arrangements.

During the briefing, your guide will explain the trekking route, daily walking plan, accommodation style, and important safety information. This is also the time to meet your group members and ask any trek related questions. Your guide will check your trekking gear and help you arrange any missing items if required.

Note: Please bring a passport sized photo, your original passport, and a readable copy of your travel insurance to the briefing. These documents are required for trekking permits and necessary paperwork. You will also sign the trip agreement and non liability form.

Early in the morning, you will leave Pokhara in a local shared jeep and drive toward Birethanti, the starting point of the trek. The drive takes about 2 to 3 hours, passing through Nayapul and following the Modi Khola valley.

At Birethanti, you will stop briefly at the Annapurna Conservation Area Project checkpoint to complete the permit process. After this, you will begin trekking along the river and gradually climb through small villages such as Hille and Tikhedhunga.

You will stop for lunch along the way before starting the final uphill section. The trail then climbs steeply on stone steps toward Ulleri, a traditional Magar village set on a hillside. After about 5 to 6 hours of total walking, you will reach Ulleri (2,050 m).

Dinner and overnight stay will be at a local lodge in Ulleri.

After breakfast in Ulleri, you will begin your trek toward Ghorepani. The trail climbs gradually through stone steps and passes through oak and rhododendron forests. This section is steady but not too difficult, and you will walk at a comfortable pace with short breaks along the way.

As you move higher, the forest becomes thicker and quieter. During spring, the trail is especially beautiful with blooming rhododendrons. You will pass small settlements and tea houses where you can stop for rest and lunch.

After about 5 to 6 hours of walking, you will arrive at Ghorepani (2,860 m). The village sits on a ridge and offers wide views of the surrounding hills. Dinner and overnight stay will be at a lodge in Ghorepani.

Early in the morning, you will hike up to Poon Hill, one of the most popular viewpoints in the Annapurna region. The climb takes about 45 minutes to 1 hour. From the top, you can enjoy sunrise views over the Annapurna and Dhaulagiri ranges, including Annapurna South, Hiunchuli, Machhapuchhre, and Dhaulagiri.

After spending some time at Poon Hill, you will return to Ghorepani for breakfast. From here, the trek continues toward Tadapani. The trail passes through dense rhododendron forests and follows quiet ridgelines with occasional mountain views through the trees.

You will stop for lunch along the way before continuing the walk. After about 5 to 6 hours of total walking for the day, you will reach Tadapani (2,630 m).

Dinner and overnight stay will be at a local lodge in Tadapani.

After breakfast in Tadapani, you will walk downhill toward Ghandruk village. The path goes through thick forests of rhododendron and oak trees. In some open spots along the way, you can see beautiful views of Annapurna South and Machhapuchhre.

After about 2 to 3 hours of walking, you will reach Ghandruk (1,940 m), a traditional Gurung village. You may stop here for tea or lunch before continuing the trek.

From Ghandruk, the trail goes downhill to Kimrong Khola, then slowly climbs up to Chhomrong village. After a short break, you walk down stone steps to reach Jhinu Danda.

The total walking time today is about 6 to 7 hours.

After checking in at your lodge, you can walk down to the natural hot springs near the Modi River. The walk takes about 15 to 20 minutes downhill. You may spend some time relaxing in the warm water before returning to your lodge.

Dinner and overnight stay will be at a local lodge in Jhinu Danda.

After breakfast in Jhinu Danda, you will begin your return journey to Pokhara. You will travel by local shared jeep, driving through the Modi Khola valley and passing small villages and farmland along the way.

The drive takes about 3 to 4 hours, depending on road conditions. As you descend, the scenery slowly changes from hills and forests to the lakeside surroundings of Pokhara.

Note: Road conditions vary depending on the season.

Once you arrive in Pokhara (820 m), the Poon Hill trek officially comes to an end.