Ghorepani, also known as Annapurna sunrise trek and Annapurna panorama trek, is one of most popular and easy trekking trail in Annapurna region that meanders through awe-inspiring mountain terrain, rhododendron forest, cascades waterfall and ethnic cultural village of Gurung community. If you want make Himalaya trekking in nepal, experience highland panorama and observe the typical cultural village in short time span then Poon Hill trekking might be your first preference. Poon Hill is a photographic paradise that servers the stunning and captivating snaps of Annapurna and Dhualagiri range. Poon Hill at (3,210m) gives invigorating view of Annapurna I, II, III and IV along with Dhaulagiri ranges, Lamjung Himal, Gangapurna, Manaslu and few 7,000m+ peaks.
Poonhill trekking is famous world over for its spectacular sunrise and sunsets. Watch White Mountain changing color before your very eyes. This stunning view of natural scenery set amidst of snow-capped mountains makes Poonhill, a magical photographic paradise. Moreover, the trail also lets you witness terraced slopes, beautiful paddy meadows and idyllic cultural village of ethnic community like Gurung and Magar. Ghorepani and Ghandruk are two largest Gurung settlements in Annapurna region that offers travelers true insights of their ancient traditions and way of living.
After Breakfast at your Hotel in Kathmandu or Pokhara, take a private car to Nayapul. If you start trek from Kathmandu, you will take an early flight from Kathmandu to Pokhara then drive to Nayapul. It is about 1:30 hours to get there. We start our trekking from Nayapul. During the hike, we pass many local villages, teahouses, gentle green rolling hills, rivers and local people. After crossing the Tikhedunga Khola on the suspension bridge, the trail begins to climb up quite steeply on a stone staircase that is more than 3200 steps. After climbing the hill we can see Mt. Annapurna south (7219m.) and Hiunchuli (6441m.). Nayapul to Ulleri (1960m, 4-5 hours walking)and then overnight at Lodge
It is a very pleasant part of the trek. We walk in the jungle most of the day. If you come in the spring you will see a lot of Rhododendron flowers. You have the chance to see many wild birds and animals. You can see a great view of many snow-capped mountains. Ulleri to Ghorepani(2874m, 5hour walking) and then overnight at Lodge.
We get up early in the morning with warm clothes and climb up Poonhill(3210m.). it is not necessary to take much with us as we return later to collect our main rucksacks. It is about one hour walking to get to Poonhill (3210m). You will see the best sunrise and magnificent view of the Himalayas like Annapurna South, Bahari Shikhar, Hiuchuli, Nilgiri, Dhaulagiri ranges, Tukuche peak, Annapurna I, II, III, IV, Lamjung Himal, Mt.Manaslu ranges, Machhapuchhre (Fishtail) and others mountains. After this unforgettable view, we come back to Ghorepani for breakfast. Trek to Ghandruk. The hike starts with quite a steep uphill section to Deurali pass. It is a similar elevation to Poonhill. We will see all the mountains from here as well. After that, we hike down to Tadapani. We continue to hike to Ghandruk through the Baisi Kharka (Buffalo pasture). Ghandruk is one of the biggest villages of Gurung people. There is the Gurung Culture Museum. We can go and see the way of life of the Gurung people. From this village, we can still see views of snow peaks. Ghorepani to Ghandruk (1939m, 6-7 hours walking) and then overnight at Lodge.
If it is a clear morning we may see Annapurna South, Hiunchuli, Machhapuchhre (fishtail) and Annapurna III very close. We have our breakfast with views. This day, we walk to Kimche from Ghandruk. It takes slowly 1 hours trek. From Kimche, we 3 hours drive back to Pokhara. Overnight at your Hotel in Pokhara.
Option: If you want to end this trek in Kathmandu same day, you will drive from Kimche to Pokhara airport and fly back to Kathmandu on the same day. And transfer to your Hotel in Kathmandu.
