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Poon Hill / Ghorepani Trek

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Trek at a Glance

Duration

4–5 days

Trip Grade

Moderate

Max. Altitude

3,210m

Best Season

Mar–May, Oct–Nov

Group Size

1–12 pax

Region

Annapurna

Accommodation

Tea houses

Meals

Included

Start / End Point

Pokhara

Poon Hill / Ghorepani Trek Overview

Rohit Timilsina

Itinerary designed by Rohit Timilsina, Co-Founder & Lead Guide Verified local guide

Nepal's most popular short trek, spectacular sunrise views over the Annapurna and Dhaulagiri ranges from Poon Hill (3,210m).

Poon Hill is Nepal's most iconic short trek, a 4-5 day rhododendron-forest walk through Gurung and Magar villages to the sunrise panorama over Dhaulagiri and the Annapurna range. The trek route, starting from Nayapul through Tikhedhunga, includes a long stone staircase to Ghorepani and culminates in a pre-dawn climb to Poon Hill.

Spanning around 60km round trip, it offers rich cultural experiences through villages like Ulleri and Ghandruk, showcasing genuine local hospitality.

Who this trek is for: This trek is ideal for those new to trekking in Nepal, offering breathtaking mountain scenery without long commitments at high altitudes. With the highest sleeping altitude being 2,874m at Ghorepani, it is suitable for families and those looking for a warming experience before tackling more challenging routes.

Sunrise Viewpoint

Poon Hill Sunrise

3,210 m / 10,531 ft

A pre-dawn climb from Ghorepani delivers you to the open summit of Poon Hill as sunrise paints Dhaulagiri, Annapurna South, Machhapuchhre and Hiunchuli in gold. The most photographed sunrise in Nepal for a reason.

Poon Hill / Ghorepani Trek Highlights

  • Sunrise over Annapurna and Dhaulagiri
  • Rhododendron forests in bloom (Mar–May)
  • Gurung and Magar village culture
  • Perfect for beginners and families
  • Accessible from Pokhara

Poon Hill / Ghorepani Trek Itinerary

DayItineraryMax AltitudeDistanceDuration
Day 1

Pokhara to Ulleri

2,070m / 6,791ft9km / 5.6mi5-6 hours hike + 1 hour drive
Day 2

Ulleri to Ghorepani (2,860m)

2,860m / 9,383ft11km / 6.8mi5 hours
Day 3

Ghorepani to Poon Hill to Tadapani (2,630m)

3,210m / 10,531ft12km / 7.5mi5-7 hours
Day 4

Tadapani to Ghandruk to Pokhara

1,940m / 6,365ft8km / 5mi3-4 hours hike + 3 hours drive
  1. Day 01: Pokhara to Ulleri

    Distance9km / 5.6mi
    Duration5-6 hours hike + 1 hour drive
    Altitude2,070m / 6,791ft

    Drive of 1 hour from Pokhara to Nayapool, the gateway to the Annapurna Conservation Area. The trail follows the Modi Khola river through lush farmland and small villages, passing through Birethanti where permits are checked.

    Lunch at Tikhedhunga, then the famous steep stone staircase up to Ulleri begins. The climb is hard on the legs but the village views over the valley make it worthwhile. About 5 to 6 hours of walking total. Camp at Ulleri.

  2. Day 02: Ulleri to Ghorepani (2,860m)

    Distance11km / 6.8mi
    Duration5 hours
    Altitude2,860m / 9,383ft
    Elevation Gain+790 m

    About 5 hours of forest walking through Banthanti and Nangethanti up to Ghorepani. Breakfast at Ulleri, lunch on the way. The trail climbs through dense rhododendron and oak forest, and in spring (March to May) the hillsides erupt in brilliant reds and pinks.

    Ghorepani is a lively village on a saddle between two ridges with excellent teahouses, warm food, and the promise of tomorrow's Poon Hill sunrise. Camp at Ghorepani.

  3. Day 03: Ghorepani to Poon Hill to Tadapani (2,630m)

    Distance12km / 7.5mi
    Duration5-7 hours
    Altitude3,210m / 10,531ft
    Elevation Gain+350 m

    Start the day early at around 4:30 am and hike 1.5 hours to Poon Hill (3,210m) in the dark. As the sky lightens, the entire Annapurna and Dhaulagiri ranges glow in shades of pink, orange, and gold. The 360-degree panorama includes Dhaulagiri (8,167m), Annapurna I (8,091m), Annapurna South, Machhapuchhre, and Nilgiri.

    Return to the hotel at Ghorepani for breakfast, then trek through forest to Tadapani. Lunch on the way. 5 to 7 hours total. Camp at Tadapani with close-up views of Machhapuchhre.

  4. Day 04: Tadapani to Ghandruk to Pokhara

    Distance8km / 5mi
    Duration3-4 hours hike + 3 hours drive
    Altitude1,940m / 6,365ft
    Elevation Gain-1,270 m

    Breakfast at Tadapani. 3 to 4 hours of descent through mixed rhododendron forest to Ghandruk, the largest Gurung village in Nepal. The trail offers continuous views of Annapurna South and Machhapuchhre.

    Lunch at Ghandruk, with time to explore the stone-and-slate houses stacked up the hillside and the small Annapurna Conservation Area museum. Then a 3-hour jeep drive back to Pokhara along the winding Baglung highway.

Your Trek Is Prepared & Led by a Local Guide

Rohit Timilsina, Co-Founder & Lead Guide at 6K Nepal TreksGovt. License #1497

Rohit Timilsina

Co-Founder & Lead Guide · 6K Nepal Treks

Hi, I'm Rohit Timilsina

I started 6K Nepal Treks to give travellers the trek I would want myself: small groups, honest prices and a guide who actually knows the trail. I have guided across the Annapurna, Manaslu and Everest regions for over five years, and I design every itinerary on this site personally.

Whether it is your first teahouse trek or your tenth Himalayan expedition, I want you back home telling everyone it was the best trip of your life.
Govt. License #14974.9★ from 90+ reviews30+ countries guidedHighest guided: 5,416m
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Poon Hill / Ghorepani Trek Cost & What's Included

Pick a comfort level to see exactly what its package covers. Prices by group size are in the booking card.

What is included in this trek package?

All required permits and TIMS card
Licensed English-speaking trekking guide
Private vehicle transfers to and from the trailhead
Comfortable tourist-standard lodges, twin share
All meals on the trek (breakfast, lunch, dinner)
Crew salary, insurance, meals and lodging

What is excluded in this trek package?

International flights and Nepal entry visa
Travel and high-altitude rescue insurance
Porter (available on request, extra cost)
Hot showers and Wi-Fi where not complimentary
Lunch and dinner in the city
Tips for your guide and crew

Private departures, your dates

We run this trek as a private trip on the dates that suit you. Tell us when and we will confirm availability.

Poon Hill / Ghorepani Trek Reviews

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4.9★ from 90+ Google Reviews

Trekkers guided from 30+ countries.

Riding from Pokhara to Upper Mustang over five unforgettable days with Rohit was a true adventure in every sense of the word. As an experienced adventure motorbike rider, including demanding desert expeditions, I can say with absolute confidence that Rohit is a phenomenal rider and an exceptional tour guide. He masters the terrain, understands the mountains, and rides with calm authority and precision. I highly recommend Rohit and his company.

Jacob Mato

Upper Mustang Motorbike Tour · Mar 2026

5.0

Rohit was an excellent guide for my Khopra Ridge trek. From the very first day, he was professional, friendly, and always attentive. He knows the trail extremely well and made sure the pace was comfortable while still keeping good time each day. What I really appreciated was how caring and patient he was, especially on long uphill sections and in changing weather. I highly recommend Rohit to anyone planning the Khopra Ridge trek or any trek in Nepal.

Birendra T Xettri

Khopra Ridge Trek · Mar 2026

5.0

My first trek with Rohit, who is extremely knowledgeable. He is the mountain man of Nepal. His deep love for the mountains means he wants to give his trekkers the best experience, share his stories but above all make sure you are feeling safe, comfortable and able to complete the trek. We did Mardi Himal Trek, blessed with the weather. Do not hesitate to book with Rohit, I will be back again. Namaste

Ange

Mardi Himal Trek · Jan 2026

5.0

This was my second trek with Rohit, I first did the Manaslu Circuit with him a while ago and came back for Mardi Himal this time. Both experiences were absolutely fantastic. Rohit is professional, kind, and really knows the mountains. He always makes sure you're safe, comfortable, and enjoying yourself. He takes care of all the logistics, finds great tea houses, and adjusts the pace perfectly for everyone. Wouldn't trek in Nepal with anyone else.

Peter Murphy

Manaslu Circuit + Mardi Himal · Jan 2026

5.0

Rohit is a young, energetic, knowledgeable, and enthusiastic guide. He took us up to Annapurna Base Camp. We had bad weather, so Rohit decided to wait a day when other guides kept going up. Due to avalanche-risk, this was the obviously the best decision. Rohit always made sure that we felt comfortable and always in a good mood. We had fun, lots of laughter and great stories. Thanks to Rohit we will never forget: Dahl Baht Power 24 Hour!

Sander Wolters

Annapurna Base Camp · 2025

5.0

Without doubt the best guide in the world... Every part of our trip was a dream. From start to finish Rohit and his team had prepared everything to perfection. I cannot recommend this young man enough, so professional, so fun and so considerate. Thank you so much for making our time so special.

Ryan Chandler

Himalayan Trek · Oct 2025

5.0

Just returned from completing a 2 day trek with Rohit as our guide to Kapuche Glacier lake. It was a challenging but fantastic experience thanks to his professional skills his passion for the mountains and his outgoing and friendly personality. He was always there to guide and motivate us even up the never ending stairs!! His support and sense of humour got us safely to our destination and back again. If we return to Nepal we will definitely meet again.

Karen Smith

Kapuche Glacier Lake · 2025

5.0

We did Austrian Basecamp with Rohit. I thought it was going to be a short and predictable trek but I was surely wrong. We went up and stayed for the night and on the next day we did a long return going through some of the most stunning views I've ever seen in my 37 years of life. I don't think that would have been possible without the guidance of Rohit. Also it's really nice to share with him, he is friendly, respectful and chill. And he knows everything about Nepal, its mountains and its flora and fauna.

Arturo Cuevillas

Australian Camp Trek · Jan 2026

5.0

I recently embarked on the Dhampus-Pothana-Australia Camp trek with Rohit, and it was an experience I'll cherish forever. From the very beginning, Rohit's easygoing nature and ability to connect made the journey incredibly enjoyable. Our conversations ranged from deep discussions about spirituality, mountains, and cultures to sharing our mutual love for rock and metal music. Overall, trekking with Rohit was an incredible experience. His warmth, knowledge, and passion for the mountains truly enhanced the trip.

Fahad Rahman

Dhampus-Pothana-Australian Camp · 2025

5.0

Undertook Annapurna Base Camp Trek along with Rohit in first week of April 2025. His detailed knowledge and experience of the terrain and weather helped us having an awesome experience. He was accommodative of our needs and change in plans. Two days later we undertook a motorbike ride upto Muktinath in Mustang Valley. Again his energy, knowledge and experience in the area resulted in us having a superb n memorable time.

Prateek Johari

Annapurna Base Camp + Mustang · Jul 2025

5.0

Rohit was our guide on the 12 day Manaslu circuit trek. The trek was great, nice scenery, not too hard and Rohit took good care of making sure we had a place to sleep every night, as teahouses were filling up quickly because of high season. Rohit is a cheerful guy, social and he takes good care of his guests. With Rohit you are definitely in good company.

Sara Coessens

Manaslu Circuit Trek · 2025

5.0

Had an amazing 9 day Annapurna Base Camp Sanctuary Trek this June with Rohit and his team. His fantastic organisation, hosting, knowledge and professionalism makes Rohit a fabulous choice of guide. Visiting Nepal and especially the Himalayas is a life changing experience and I will never forget it.

Rupert Potts

Annapurna Base Camp · Sep 2025

5.0

Rohit (Haku) was one of the many blessings we received from Nepal. He is not only a great guide who knows how to make trips and expeditions fun and flowy. He is also an incredibly fun human to be around. It was delightful to spend some days riding to the temple of Muktinath with him. Jamming, and discovering a new young friend, full of kindness, values and knowledge.

David Sanchez

Muktinath Motorbike Tour · 2025

5.0

I called Rohit just before 8hrs of starting our Khumai Danda trek. Even after being tired he said let's meet in morning at 6am. He knows English, Hindi, French and Nepali. He not only guided the trek route but made the whole stretch very memorable and interesting. We told stories to each other. He became more like a friend. It was complete fun trekking with Rohit. And yes, Rohit has his own band. Quite an interesting guy.

Shreyassh Verma

Khumai Danda Trek · 2024

5.0

Had an amazing trek, Rohit is a perfect guide especially when dealing with the unpredictability of the trek, someone who's very easy going and social however extremely professional and even other guides would come to him for advice. 100/10

Louis Anderson

Himalayan Trek · 2024

5.0

Rohit is the guy to go trekking with! He knows a lot and can tell you a lot about life in the mountains but also about his amazing family. This drummer of a band can show you around, but also knows that silence in walking is good when doing a hike. Super chill and easy going.

Rutger Dankelman

Himalayan Trek · 2024

5.0

We had an amazing time with Rohit and Yuddha. Rohit was quick to reply when planning the trip and clearly explained the route options, and on the trip his enthusiasm and knowledge were very appreciated. He seems to know all the best tea houses for food too.

Ben Ashby

Himalayan Trek · 2024

5.0

What an amazing experience! Highly recommend Rohit to guide you through the Himalayas. Nothing was too much trouble for him and his team and they went out of their way to ensure we had an unforgettable trip. And most importantly. SO MUCH FUN!!!

Richard Hilliard

Himalayan Trek · Sep 2025

5.0

Just had the most fantastic trek with Rohit and his team. An incredible experience that has created amazing memories and hit the reset button for me in such a positive way. Thank you Rohit.. Namaste

Jonathan Marriott

Himalayan Trek · Sep 2025

5.0

Our experience in Nepal was nothing short of extraordinary, thanks to our incredible friend. He truly is a superman! From the very beginning, the tour was meticulously personalized to cater to our every need and interest, ensuring that we always had exciting activities to look forward to.

Minhaj Ul Islam

Nepal Tour · 2025

5.0

Why Book With 6K Nepal Treks

Licensed & Insured

Registered with Nepal Tourism Board, TAAN and NMA. Fully insured for trekking, climbing, and high-altitude emergencies.

Expert Local Guides

Every trek is led by a licensed, first-aid trained Sherpa or Gurung guide, born and raised in these mountains.

Safety First

Pulse oximeter and emergency oxygen carried on all high-altitude treks. Helicopter evacuation protocol on standby.

Small Groups

Maximum 12 trekkers per group. One porter per two guests. You are a person, not a tour number.

Fair & Transparent Pricing

No hidden fees. Permits, guides, porters and taxes are all included and itemised in your quote.

Responsible Travel

Fair wages for all staff, eco-friendly practices on the trail, and direct support for the mountain communities we work with.

Know Before You Go

Poon Hill is rated as one of Nepal's easier multi-day treks. Healthy adults who exercise regularly will find it manageable. The trek includes a demanding climb from Tikhedhunga to Ghorepani, gaining roughly 1,330m in elevation over 5-6 hours. The stone staircase leading to Ulleri is particularly steep for the first 90 minutes, but the gradient eases afterward. Although the trail is well-maintained, trekking poles can alleviate knee strain on descents. Expect heavy traffic at peak seasons, particularly on the way to Poon Hill for sunrise.

Good to know. Arrive in Pokhara at least one day before departure so there is time for your pre-trip briefing and any last-minute gear hire. We can store spare luggage while you trek.

FAQs for Poon Hill / Ghorepani Trek

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