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Ghorepani Poonhill Trek – Views of Annapurna

11th July, 2019 | Highlander
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Nepal has always been known for the spectacular views of the Himalayas and abundance of natural beauty. The very famous Annapurna Base Camp and Everest Base Camp treks are the two iconic featured treks that Nepal has to offer. The most number of tourist specialized in trekking and climbing mountains set Nepal as their destination because of the number of Himalayan ranges in this country. Out of the top ten highest Himalaya peaks in the world, eight of them are in Nepal including Mount Everest as the highest peak in the world which is located at 8848 meters above the sea level.

The Annapurna region is a famous trekking site for the people who love trekking and to enjoy the Himalayan views. Annapurna Base Camp Trek, Annapurna Round Trek and Jomsom Muktinath Trek are some popular trekking routes situated in the Annapurna range which provides gorgeous views of mountains like Annapurna, Dhaulagiri, Machhapuchhre, Manaslu and more.

GHOREPANI POONHIL TREK

Ghorepani Poonhill Trek is one of famous the trekking destinations situated in the Annapurna range in which itinerary is short but the fun is sufficient. People who enjoy and love to go trekking but due to their health issues or other problems cannot go on a long trek can opt for the Poonhill and Ghorepani trek. Poonhill has always been famous for the amazing and flamboyant sunrise and sunset view one can enjoy from here. This trek too will provide you the panoramic view of Annapurna ranges including mount Dhaulagiri, Machapuchre, Hiuchulii, Nilgiri and Mardi.

On the way to the trek, you will be ascending and descending form the popular stone stairs of Ulleri village. The people of this place provides amazing hospitality. You will have a cool time walking through lush forest, scattered Magar settlements and amazing mountain views. The fact that this trek is suitable for people of every age group is why this has been a favorite trail for most of the people. The Ghorepani Poonhill trek is also often referred as “Family trek” due to lower altitude and less difficulty compared to other trekking routes. This trek will lead you towards the heart of Annapurna range and the whole journey lasts for 4-5 days.

 

Feel free to talk to us if you have questions about this trekking route or any particular trip.

GHOREPANI POONHILL TREK ITINERARY

The Ghorepani Poonhill Trek is 5 days trek, but you can elongate or shorter your trip as per your needs. The maximum height you reach in Ghorepani Poonhill trek is 3210 metres.

Day 1: Pokhara – Tikhedhunga

The Ghorepani Poonhill trek starts from Pokhara. An early drive from Pokhara takes you to Nayapul from where you can start trekking. The first day of the trek ends when you reach Tikhedhunga at height of 1540 metres. It is approximately 5 hours trek from Nayapul to Tikhedhunga.

Day 2: Tikhedhunga – Ghorepani

On the second day, you have a steep ascent to reach Ghorepani where you will be spending the night at height of 2750 metres.

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Nepal has always been known for the spectacular views of the Himalayas and abundance of natural beauty. The very famous Annapurna Base Camp and Everest Base Camp treks are the two iconic featured treks that Nepal has to offer. The most number of tourist specialized in trekking and climbing mountains set Nepal as their destination because of the number of Himalayan ranges in this country. Out of the top ten highest Himalaya peaks in the world, eight of them are in Nepal including Mount Everest as the highest peak in the world which is located at 8848 meters above the sea level.

The Annapurna region is a famous trekking site for the people who love trekking and to enjoy the Himalayan views. Annapurna Base Camp Trek, Annapurna Round Trek and Jomsom Muktinath Trek are some popular trekking routes situated in the Annapurna range which provides gorgeous views of mountains like Annapurna, Dhaulagiri, Machhapuchhre, Manaslu and more.

GHOREPANI POONHIL TREK

Ghorepani Poonhill Trek is one of famous the trekking destinations situated in the Annapurna range in which itinerary is short but the fun is sufficient. People who enjoy and love to go trekking but due to their health issues or other problems cannot go on a long trek can opt for the Poonhill and Ghorepani trek. Poonhill has always been famous for the amazing and flamboyant sunrise and sunset view one can enjoy from here. This trek too will provide you the panoramic view of Annapurna ranges including mount Dhaulagiri, Machapuchre, Hiuchulii, Nilgiri and Mardi.

On the way to the trek, you will be ascending and descending form the popular stone stairs of Ulleri village. The people of this place provides amazing hospitality. You will have a cool time walking through lush forest, scattered Magar settlements and amazing mountain views. The fact that this trek is suitable for people of every age group is why this has been a favorite trail for most of the people. The Ghorepani Poonhill trek is also often referred as “Family trek” due to lower altitude and less difficulty compared to other trekking routes. This trek will lead you towards the heart of Annapurna range and the whole journey lasts for 4-5 days.

 

Feel free to talk to us if you have questions about this trekking route or any particular trip.

GHOREPANI POONHILL TREK ITINERARY

The Ghorepani Poonhill Trek is 5 days trek, but you can elongate or shorter your trip as per your needs. The maximum height you reach in Ghorepani Poonhill trek is 3210 metres.

Day 1: Pokhara – Tikhedhunga

The Ghorepani Poonhill trek starts from Pokhara. An early drive from Pokhara takes you to Nayapul from where you can start trekking. The first day of the trek ends when you reach Tikhedhunga at height of 1540 metres. It is approximately 5 hours trek from Nayapul to Tikhedhunga.

Day 2: Tikhedhunga – Ghorepani

On the second day, you have a steep ascent to reach Ghorepani where you will be spending the night at height of 2750 metres.


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