Ghorepani Poon Hill Trek

The Ghorepani Poon Hill Trek allows you to walk through scenic paddy fields, rocky hills, barren lands, and not to mention snow-covered mountains. Also known as the Annapurna Panorama trek, the Ghorepani Poon Hill Trek is most suitable for easygoing people wanting to hike and spend time with little kids and family and a close view of some famous peaks. When made with close friends or couples, the two-week adventure seems more enjoyable in exploring the central part of Nepal, located just north of Pokhara.

Along with the Himalayan experience gathered, the short trek introduces you to the lifestyles and traditions of the diverse Tamang, Buddhists and Thakali people primarily residing in that region. Dhaulagiri (8167m), Annapurna I (8091m), Machapuchare (6993m), and Manaslu (8157m) are the major alluring peaks that await your attention as you slowly hike through the always-changing terrain.

The cultural magnificence portrayed in the Gurung museum on the way is far more educational, and the walkthrough of red and fragrant Rhododendron flower forests is more exciting. Watching other numerous mountains along the world’s deepest Kali Gandaki gorge from Poon Hill, the Ghorepani Poon Hill Trek also explores the beautiful villages of Ghandruk, making the trek a photographer’s heaven. Since the maximum altitude of this trek is 3210m, even a person with average body fitness can easily walk through the route.

Moreover, the Ghorepani Poon Hill Trek, a tea house trek, is known to inhabit one of the most famous viewpoints in the world. Creeks and waterfalls in between rural settlements then welcome you to Birethanti, the end of the short trek. Thus, the Panorama Trek to Annapurna is less complicated than other treks and is best if done in the springtime.

Difficulty & pace

Generally, this is a relatively easy trek compared to other, higher-altitude treks in Nepal. On day 4, however, expect a steep climb up the stone staircase (3,381 steps in total) from Tikhedhunga to Ghorepani – 1,387 m of altitude gain in a single day is not to be taken lightly. Your trekking duration each day will largely depend on your fitness and how much you like to stop to enjoy the views. Above, we’ve suggested the average pace that most trekkers prefer.

Getting there & away

The city of Pokhara is the main starting point for almost all the treks in the Annapurna Region, including this one. (Pokhara is a 25-minute flight or a 6-7 hour drive from Kathmandu.) You’ll take a private jeep or public bus from Pokhara to Nayapul, where you’ll be dropped off to begin your trek.

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