Ghorepani Poon Hill Trek Knowpia

Sometimes called Annapurna Panorama Trek, Ghorepani Poonhill Trek is one of the most classical as well the most popular and shortest trekking route in the Annapurna region of Nepal. Completed just in a week through the foothills of majestic Annapurna ranges reaching the most popular viewpoint-Poon Hill. In this trek, you will be amazed by the stunning mountain views, enrich admix culture, unique lifestyle, lustrous green forests, amazingly diverse landscapes, and the great hospitality of the ethnic people throughout. In spite of being a short trek, the sceneries are not less than any other treks of Annapurna region as Annapurna Base Camp Trek and Annapurna Circuit Trek.

Trek passing the traditional ethnic villages of Gurung, lush green forest filled with rhododendron flower and mind-blowing natural beauties along with astonishing views of snow-capped mountains is a source of happiness for each trekker who wants to travel in the Annapurna sanctuary. A mosaic of Nepalese exquisiteness is awaiting eagerly all the trekkers for this epic journey.

Deep subtropical valleys, the blossoming forests that come with the birds’ melodies, and stone steps will let you feel like a real adventurer. Exploration of the ancient city of Kathmandu and the beautiful city of Pokhara will be a memorable vacation for you. Before and after the journey, hang out by the lake and walking in the busy street on the lakeside of Pokhara.

The utmost point of this trek will be the sunrise view from the top of Poon Hill, which will give you front-row access to one of the most phenomenal spectacles of natural theatre on earth along with the astonishing sceneries of mountain peaks nestled in the Annapurna, and Dhaulagiri ranges. Mt. Machhapuchhre is another mostly viewed peak of this journey.

Best Time to trek Poonhhill

Hiking Poon Hill is possible throughout the year. However, the weather and mountains view may not be favorable all-round the year. Concerning the particular months or season, this trek is ideal in the spring (March to May) and autumn (September to November) months. However, it is doable in December, late February, and early June as well.

Spring is assumed the best season for the Poon Hill trek as the skies are crystal, views are just photogenic, mountains are snowily receiving hefty snowfall in winter, and the flowers including the rhododendrons blossom throughout the hills just below the mountain peaks and valleys look lush green. Even in the high elevations, don’t worry about the freezing temperatures as the day are getting hotter to move into summer.

Autumn is considered another choicest month of the year to go Poon Hill Trek. The weather and temperature at this period are moderate and reliable. The skies remain crystal mostly and the views of the high pinnacles are astonishing.

In winter (December to February) is possible with appropriate preparation beforehand. The places around and above Ghorepani village might get covered by the snow but the views from the Poonhill are breathtaking than any other season. With the right gear and preparation beforehand, the Poonhill trek in winter will be an unforgettable experience.

In the summer months (June to August), trekking Poon hill is not recommended. Continuous showers, leeches, mosquitoes, landslides, and floods in the rivers may hinder your journey.

Why choose Poon Hill Trek?

Poon Hill, a hilltop situated just an hour’s distance from your last accommodation place-Ghorepani Village. Situated just 3210m above sea level, the Poon Hill trek is an easy trek and doable for novice trekkers as well. Trekkers awake early morning and hike to Poon Hill for the amazing sunrise over two of the ten tallest peaks of the planet- Mt. Dhaulagiri (7th) and Mt. Annapurna (10th) along with Mt. Machhapuchhre and Mt. Hiunchuli among several others. Everywhere Poon Hill, you can witness the colorful rhododendrons, landscapes, striking natural decoration, amazing greeneries, wildlife, and eccentric flora. Without much ado, let be ready to ascertain one of the most popular mesmerizing viewpoints, Poon Hill.

Accommodation and Meals during Ghorepani Poon Hill Trek

Accommodations during Ghorepani Poon Hill Trek are available at Lodge and Teahouse. In Kathmandu and Pokhara, you will find ranges of accommodation from budget inns to five-star hotels. However, during the trek, most of the accommodations are on a twin-shared basis.

Being a Conservation Area, only limited lodges are built and most of them are facilitated with basic amenities. They offer you a cozy room having two beds, a mattress, a pillow, and a quilt/blanket in each. You are highly advised to carry your sleeping bag for your comfort.

Plenty of restaurants are available during your stay at Kathmandu and Pokhara. But, start hiking, you will get meals differently. I mean, dinner and breakfast are available on the teahouse where you accommodate but lunch is taken on the way.

All the teahouses set their menus keeping the Nepali Tibetan, Continental, Indian, Tibetan, Italian food. The choices may decrease with the elevation. Daal Bhat (a set of rice lentils, vegetables, pickles) is the most popular food during the trek.