The Ghorepani Poon Hill Trek is what most people picture when they imagine a classic Nepal trekking holiday, minus the part where it takes three weeks. It sits inside the Annapurna Conservation Area, Nepal's largest protected area, on a route that has been welcoming trekkers since the country first opened its trails to outsiders in the 1970s. The trek begins with a drive from Pokhara to Nayapul, then climbs through Tikhedhunga and the famous stone staircase to Ulleri, on through thick rhododendron forest to the mountain village of Ghorepani. From there, an early morning walk leads up to Poon Hill at 3,210 metres for one of Nepal's most celebrated sunrise views, with Dhaulagiri and the Annapurna range lighting up in gold. The trail then descends through forest toward Ghandruk, a Gurung village known for its stone-paved streets, before returning to Pokhara.<\/p>\n","cost_includes":"Pick-up and drop-off in Pokhara \nPrivate vehicle or tourist bus transportation between Pokhara and Nayapul\/Ghandruk \nAnnapurna Conservation Area Permit (ACAP) \nTIMS Card (if required) \nLicensed English-speaking trekking guide \nPorter service (shared basis) \nTeahouse\/lodge accommodation during the trek \nFull-board meals (Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner) during the trek \nGuide's salary, insurance, accommodation, and meals \nFirst aid medical kit \nGovernment taxes and service charges","cost_excludes":"International airfare \nNepal entry visa fees \nHotel accommodation in Pokhara \nTravel insurance (mandatory) \nPersonal trekking equipment \nHot showers, Wi-Fi, battery charging, and laundry \nAlcoholic beverages and soft drinks \nTips for guides and porters \nPersonal expenses","itineraries":[{"title":"Drive from Pokhara to Nayapul","content":"\n
Trek to Ulleri Drive from Pokhara to Nayapul, then begin trekking along the Modi Khola river to Tikhedhunga before climbing the famous stone staircase of more than 3,000 steps up to Ulleri.<\/p>\n"},{"title":"Trek from Ulleri to Ghorepani","content":"\n
Continue climbing through thick rhododendron, oak, and pine forest, with mountain views appearing through the trees as you reach the village of Ghorepani at 2,874 metres.<\/p>\n"},{"title":"Sunrise hike to Poon Hill","content":"\n
Trek to Ghandruk Wake up early for the 45-minute walk up to Poon Hill at 3,210 metres to watch the sunrise over Dhaulagiri and the Annapurna range, then return to Ghorepani for breakfast before trekking down through forest to Ghandruk.<\/p>\n"},{"title":"Trek and drive from Ghandruk to Pokhara","content":"\n
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