Nepal · 6 Nights / 7 Days

Poon Hill Short Trek from Pokhara: 6 Nights / 7 Days

A gentle teahouse trek to Poon Hill with Annapurna and Dhaulagiri sunrise views, framed by a day in Pokhara at each end.

Overview

The Ghorepani Poon Hill trek is one of Nepal's most accessible short walks, using village teahouses and stone steps. Elevations reach around 3,200 m, so a reasonable level of fitness and care with altitude are needed.

This is a guided walk in simple lodges; it is not luxury travel. The weather decides the views, and we advise a spare day in the schedule. Check current permit requirements for the Annapurna region before travel.

Duration
6 Nights / 7 Days
Route
Pokhara > Ghorepani > Poon Hill > Pokhara
Suits
Active travellers who enjoy walking and are comfortable with simple teahouses.
Stay style
Simple teahouse lodges on the trail, and a comfortable lakeside hotel in Pokhara before and after.

Day-by-day itinerary

Sample itinerary. These are sample itineraries, designed as relaxed tour options. For a customised, detailed and personalised itinerary built around your dates, interests and pace, please contact us. Plan your journey or call +91 97755 97771.

Day 1Arrive in Pokhara

Arrive in Pokhara by flight or road. Gentle lakeside walk and a briefing about the trek and kit.

Day 2Drive and walk to Tikhedhunga

Short drive to the trailhead and a first walk through terraced fields and villages, with a first night in a teahouse.

Day 3Ulleri steps to Ghorepani

A long, steady climb on stone steps through rhododendron forest to Ghorepani (about 2,800 m). Take it slowly.

Day 4Poon Hill sunrise and Tadapani

Pre-dawn climb to Poon Hill (about 3,200 m) for sunrise over Dhaulagiri and Annapurna, weather permitting, then continue to Tadapani.

Day 5Tadapani to Ghandruk

A descent through forest to the Gurung village of Ghandruk, with views and a village walk in the afternoon.

Day 6Ghandruk to Pokhara

Walk down to the road and drive back to Pokhara, with a hot meal and rest.

Day 7Departure or spare day

A spare day for weather delays, or transfer onward from Pokhara by flight or road.

Main experiences

  • Rhododendron forest walks
  • Poon Hill sunrise, weather permitting
  • Gurung village of Ghandruk
  • Terraced hill farms
  • Pokhara lakeside evenings

Practical considerations

Fitness

Several hours of steady walking per day on steps and slopes.

Altitude

Highest point about 3,200 m; ascend slowly and report symptoms.

Permits

Annapurna-area permits and fees apply; check current rules.

Season

Spring and autumn are generally clearer; weather can change quickly.

This is a sample itinerary, not a fixed departure. Sequence, stays and activities are confirmed when we plan your journey, subject to availability, season, permits and local conditions.

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