-
Duration :15 Days
-
Group :Min 1 to Max 30
-
Price:$ 985
-
Trip Difficulty : Moderate
-
Max Altitude : 4,100 meters
-
Daily Walking Hours : Approx. 4-6
-
Accomodation: Hotel & Lodges
-
Food : Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner(BLD)
-
Start-End : Kathmandu/ Pokhara
-
Highlights
-
Itinerary
-
Cost & Dates
-
What to Expect
-
Photo Gallery
-
Useful Info
-
FAQs
-
Reviews
-
Annapurna Base Camp via Ghorepani Poon Hill
- Customize My Trip
Annapurna Base Camp trek via Poon Hill
Fascinating Annapurna base camp trek via Ghorepani Poon Hill is considered as the best and scenic trek in the Annapurna region. This trek is thoughtfully designed for those nature and adventure lovers who have a limit of time and want to explore the stunning sunrise view and hike to the world-famous base camp. Annapurna base camp trek via Ghorepani Poon Hill is one of our fantastic treks in Nepal; we invite you to join this trek for your wonderful experience in the Annapurna foothills.
ABC trek via Ghorepani Poon Hill is one of the most popular treks in Nepal, surrounded by splendid peaks, including the breathtaking south face of Annapurna I (8,091m), situated in a natural amphitheater which is quite simply spectacular. This trek commences from Pokhara with a short drive to the road head. We ascend well-trodden trails through terrace farming lands and traditional villages. As we climb through lush oak and rhododendron forests, across streams, rivers, and past waterfalls, the world of snow and ice starts to unfold above us. This combination of pretty villages and terraced farming lands of millet and rice, coupled with the majestic speculate of Fishtail (6,997 m), Annapurna I, Annapurna South and Hiunchuli (6,441 m) make this trek an extremely rewarding journey.
We start our trek at Nayapul and hike on a pleasant trail passing through streams, villages, terrace farming lands, and lush rhododendron forests. Our hike gets continues through the peaceful and quiet woods crossing several bridges to Ghorepani. We hike early in the morning to Poonhill, enjoy the majestic views of the Himalayas including Annapurna ranges and Dhaulagiri massif. The sunrise views from here are legendary. Poonhill is considered a photographers paradise.
On our ABC via Ghorepani Poon Hill, we decent from Poonhill to Tadapani, then to Chhomrong, this is a beautiful village on the lap of the Annapurna south provides a majestic view of Fishtail Mountain. As the hike continues through Modi Khola valley towards the Sanctuary we are rewarded with views of towering peaks and vast rock. Ascend to Annapurna base camp (4100 m) reveals the full splendor of a huge natural amphitheater. Once we reach the base camp we get rewarded with 360-degree views of mountain peaks.
We trek back from ABC to Chhomrong and Ghandruk to Pokhara via Nayapul. Chill out the nights beside the lake. We drive or fly to Kathmandu.
Trip Highlights
- A pleasant hike to the Base Camp of Annapurnas for an aerial 360-degree view after witnessing the gorgeous sunrise view from Poon Hill
- Hike through the peace and quiet woods, farming lands and colorful villages crossing several bridges to Ghorepani.
- Hike early morning to Poon hill, to enjoy the grand sunrise view as well as majestic vistas of Himalayan peaks including Annapurna ranges and Dhaulagiri massif.
- Hike through Modi Khola towards the Sanctuary where you will feel blessed with the views of towering peaks and vast rocks.
-
Outline Itinerary
- + Show More
Upon your arrival at Kathmandu airport, you will meet one of our trek leaders who will be standing in front of the arrival terminal with the colorful garlands to welcome and greet you. Transfer to hotel, rest of the day is free and relax. In the evening one of our team leaders will come to see you and take you for the welcome dinner at a typical Nepali Restaurant. Enjoy the local meal with a great conversation and a short briefing about the Annapurna base camp trek via Ghorepani Poonhill. Overnight at the hotel.
-
Accommodation: hotel
-
Meals: Breakfast
-
Place: Kathmandu
-
Maximum Altitude:1,350m
After an early breakfast, meet your trekking crew in the lobby and transfer to the tourist Bus Park for a 6 hours scenic drive to Pokhara. Or have a hot breakfast at your leisure and transfer to the airport for a 25-minute flight to Pokhara with extra cost for the flight. You can fly any time from 8 am to 4 pm. Pokhara is a beautiful city; we can enjoy walking around the Lakeside. Overnight at the hotel.
-
Accommodation: hotel
-
Meals: Breakfast
-
Place: Pokhara
-
Maximum Altitude:8,00m
After breakfast, we take a private coach drive to Nayapul, this is about two hours scenic drive through the Tibetan refugee camp and local villages. Nayapul is the starting point of our trek; from here we take an easy stroll along the sub-tropical Modi Khola River Valley to Birethanti (a large village on the old Nepal-Tibet trading route). Here we show our permits to the Acap check post officer and let’s start the real trekking passing through villages, terrace farming lands, crossing suspension bridges, and a steep stone staircase climb to the large Pun village at Ulleri. Overnight at guest house.
-
Accommodation: guest house
-
Meals: BLD
-
Place: Ulleri
-
Maximum Altitude:2,100m
After a hot breakfast at Ulleri enjoying the view of fishtail mountain towering above us, we leave Ulleri and follow a pleasant and cool trail through rhododendron and oak forests, across streams before making a short, final ascent to Nangethanti. From Nangethanti, continue the trek up to Ghorepani. Overnight at guest house.
-
Accommodation: guest house
-
Meals: BLD
-
Place: Gorepani
-
Maximum Altitude:2,850m
Wake up at 4:30 am and ascend to Poon Hill (one and half hours) where an awe-inspiring sunrise greets you from over the mountains. Clear climate permitting, experience a magical, panoramic view of the mountains of Dhaulagiri I (8,167m), Annapurna I (8,019m), and Fishtail (6,997). The sunrise view from Poon hill is marvelous. After this panoramic treat, we descend to the lodge for a late breakfast. Today’s destination is Tadapani, we start our day after breakfast at Ghorepani, We ascend to Deurali, and the views from this point are equally stunning as we had from Poonhill. Our hike get continues to Tadapani through lush rhododendron and fir forests and villages. Overnight at guesthouse in Tadapani.
-
Accommodation: guest house
-
Meals: BLD
-
Place: Poon hilltrek to Tadapani
-
Maximum Altitude:3,210m.,2,600m
Tadapani is the best place to see the sunrise and great views of Annapurna South and Hiunchuli. From here, the trail descends through additional rhododendron and oak forests, arriving at Chhomrong for a midday lunch. Chhomrong is a large Gurung Village, and the highest permanent settlement in the valley with a tremendously vast view across to Annapurna South and Machhapuchhare (Fishtail). The day closes with an overnight stay in Chhomrong.
-
Accommodation: guest house
-
Meals: BLD
-
Place: Chhomrong
-
Maximum Altitude:2,340m
Here, the trail descends via a stone staircase, eventually crossing the Chhomrong Khola. Climb high above the Modi Khola, traveling its west bank, and pass through forests of bamboo, rhododendron, and oak. This portion of the day's trek is followed by yet another ascent to Kuldi before finally descending a long, steep, stone staircase to Dovan. Overnight at guest house.
-
Accommodation: guest house
-
Meals: BLD
-
Place: Dovan
-
Maximum Altitude:2,500
After breakfast at Dovan, the trek goes through peace and cool bamboo and oak forests to Deurali via Hinku cave. Stop here for a lunch, now we can feel thin air and less vegetation. After lunch, we ascend gradually to MBC. Overnight at guest house.
-
Accommodation: guest house
-
Meals: BLD
-
Place: Machhapuchare base camp
-
Maximum Altitude:3,700m
On the way to Annapurna Base Camp from Machhapuchre Base Camp, the vegetation disappears. We will see the snow boulders melting and forming small streams. The path widens as we enter the sanctuary. We follow a stream and then climb to a few huts alongside a moraine. There are sensational views of the near-vertical south face of Annapurna towering above the sanctuary. Annapurna Base Camp sanctuary boasts of a dynamic view without anything impeding panorama of the 360 degrees. Upon arrival at this panoramic view site, we savor the awe-inspiring views of the Machhapuchre, Annapurna south, Annapurna I, Hiuchuli, and other peaks. The climax of our trip almost ends today then we will trek back to Bamboo which is the easiest descending route. Overnight at guest house.
-
Accommodation: guest house
-
Meals: BLD
-
Place: Annapurna Base Camp
-
Maximum Altitude:4,100m
Descend a long, stone staircase through bamboo and rhododendrons forests to Kuldi. Continue trekking through beautiful rhododendron forests and down to Sinuwa. From Sinuwa, the trail leads downhill to the Modi Khola, closing the day with a steep climb to Chhomrong where we will remain overnight at guest house.
-
Accommodation: guest house
-
Meals: BLD
-
Place: Chhomrong
-
Maximum Altitude:2,340m
Trek from Chhomrong, walking through a flat level after an hour climb down to Kimrong Khola and start ascending we will walk through lush rhododendron forests and nice terrace flied. Ghandruk is a unique Gurung village famous for its traditional houses is an ideal vantage point that offers breathtaking views of Annapurna South, Gangapurna, Annapurna III, Machhapuchhare, and Hiunchuli. Overnight at guest house.
-
Accommodation: guest house
-
Meals: BLD
-
Place: Ghandruk
-
Maximum Altitude:2,000m
After breakfast, trek downhill through villages and terrace farming lands to Syauli Bazaar where we may stop for a lunch then continue walk to Nayapul via Beraithanti. We catch our vaichle to Pokhara, two hours drive. Overnight at hotel in Pokhara.
-
Accommodation: Hotel
-
Meals: Breakfast
-
Place: Pokhara
-
Maximum Altitude:800m
One of the clean cities in Nepal, Pokhara is a place of extraordinary natural beauty. The serenity of Phewa Lake and the magnificence of the fishtailed summit of Machhapuchhre (6,997 m) rising behind it create an ambiance of peace and magic. At an elevation lower than Katmandu, it has a much more tropical feel to it, a fact well appreciated by the beautiful diversity of flowers, which prosper in its environs. Indeed, the valley surrounding Pokhara is home to thick forests, gushing rivers, emerald lakes, and of course, the world-famous views of the Himalayas. Visiting various sacred places throughout Pokhara as well as Fewa Lake and take part in an extensive city tour of Pokhara, this day will be a pleasant day.
-
Accommodation: Hotel
-
Meals: Breakfast
-
Place: Pokhara
-
Maximum Altitude:800m
After breakfast, take a tourist bus ride to Kathmandu through the countryside enjoying the scenic Nepalese hillsides, rivers, and villages. Arrive at Kathmandu, transfer to hotel, after refreshment, in the evening join the farewell dinner at a typical Nepali restaurant with live culture show. Overnight at the hotel.
-
Accommodation: Hotel
-
Meals: Breakfast
-
Place: Kathmandu
-
Maximum Altitude:1350m
After breakfast, we transfer you to the international airport for your onward flight. Wish you have a safe and sound flight, hope to see you again in the future.
Annapurna Base Camp via Ghorepani Poon Hill
-
PRICES & DATES
Start Date | End Date | Availability | Price |
---|