Poon Hill
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K5145
5 contributions
Dec 2019 • Friends
One of the most rewarding experience as it was my first ever rugged trek. 3 days cost us 135$ each inclusive of the guide and transpo from Kathmandu. We took a micro van to pokhara 6hrs drive. Then 2hrs taxi to nayapool. From nayapool we hired a jeep for an 3000nrp to ulleri. Then the 7hr trek officially starts. Mostly up hill climb. We reached Ghorepani and stayed for the night for rest before the 5am trek to poon hill begun. It was well worth it.
Written 2 January 2020
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CRK
Maldives76 contributions
Jul 2019
Poon Hill is about four-five days trek from Pokhara if you start your trekking at Birethanti. You can hire a jeep or taxi from Pokhara to Birethanti. The first day of the trek is almost entirely uphill. Depending upon how slow (or fast) you want to do this, you can reach Ghorepani on second or third day. Poon Hill itself if about 30 minutes walk from Ghorepani, where one can observe amazing golden mountains during sunrise, which is this trek route famous for. You can either come back the same way or go to Ghandruk and spend a few days in this typical Gurung village. Poon Hill trek is a tea house/lodge trekking. The food along the Trek is simple, the views are wonderful and you can get a feel of Nepalese mountain life. Definitely worth the money and time
Written 12 February 2020
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loo c
belgium307 contributions
Feb 2023 • Friends
We been here with Budget Adventure Treks and Expeditions it was really very professional organised trekking so far we have. Love the Poon hill and the thanks to the BATE team for making our trip successful and unforgettable in our life. Poon hill itself just a best of the best view point to see mountains very close .
Written 18 February 2023
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Kai Wah
Malaysia3,824 contributions
Dec 2019 • Couples
This is the best place for sunrise watching and the mountain ranges of the Himalayas. Entrance fee is NPR 100 for foreigners. We had to wake up at 4.30am, then start trekking at 5am upwards using stairways for about 300-400meter from Ghorepani, which took us about 45 mins to reach. Torch is required since walking in the dark before sunrise. Walking pole can be useful too. There is a viewing tower where visitor can climb up for different views and vendor selling tea. Since it was winter when we were there, it was -7 degree celcius. Hence, warm clothing, gloves, hats and scarves, plus good walking shoes are essential. Excellent views from the top at Poonhill and really worth it to wake up early and the climb up for 45 mins to an hour.
Written 15 January 2020
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duhoz
Beroun, Czech Republic7,430 contributions
Apr 2022
We have enjoyed Poon Hill twice, as we reach Ghorepani early afternoon and still full of energy we decided to climb to the hill to see the trail as the next morning we would start at wee hours even we could already see the clouds covering the Hill. From lower Ghorepani it took as around 50 minutes as were stopping for the pics. From the upper part is about 10 minute shorter. Unfortunately we could not see the sunset or the view of Himalaya range, at least we could enjoy the serenity of the place without the crowd. The next day, early morning, at around 4:30 we started to climb up accompanied by drops of rain, thunders, lightnings and cloudy sky with hope that the weather can change. Some people gave up and return back. At the half way we paid 100 NPR. At the time we reached the top it stopped raining and the clouds started to disappear, the sky got clear. The tower and the platform was already busy but still at Covid time less people than at pre-Covid time in high season. The views were breathtaking and awesome. If you are cold or thirsty there is a small booth with tea, with a little but inflated prices.
Written 13 May 2022
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Pioneer792529
27 contributions
Nov 2022
Relatively easy 45-minute sunrise climb up steps from Ghorepani, and very worthwhile. Wait until the crowd dissipates, buy a cup of coffee, and hang out for a while in the morning sun. Some of the best views in the Annapurna, prayer flags, and generally chill folk abound. Highly recommend, A+.
Written 11 November 2022
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de_la_cal
York, UK14 contributions
Jan 2020 • Couples
Incredible experience. Amazing views, lovely locals in the mountains and surprisingly great food throughout! Our first ever trek and definitely one to remember. Would recommend a tour guide if it's your first trek as our one made our whole experience he was amazing. If you book locally its much cheaper than booking online
Written 25 January 2020
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marina
Dubai, United Arab Emirates27 contributions
Oct 2023 • Friends
I did 3 days trekking and reach poon hill for sunrise. It was medium tensity for first timer the first part to ULLERI was hard cause they were many stairs after that was ok!
It was worth it but if you have more days continue to abc camp or anapurna circus
It was worth it but if you have more days continue to abc camp or anapurna circus
Written 26 October 2023
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Sabmue
Zurich, Switzerland166 contributions
Sept 2022 • Couples
We did this little hike of 4 days (Nayapul to Ghandruk) after our 17 days hike. It's quite nice, especially if your time is limited and you would like to get a nice view of the Annapurna range. It's quite touristy so it should be fine for everyone to do this hike.
Written 25 September 2022
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가영 청
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Jan 2020 • Friends
We had a ten-day trip in Nepal visiting to Porhara and Kathmandu. We had a great and incredible trekking trip heading to the Poon hill. We enjoyed the stunning sunrise view on the mountain. Specially we want to thanks for the leading by the local trekking guide， Bikash，and the porter helping us during the trip. With their nice advice and helpful information，we had a safe and enjoyable trip within these ten days. We hope to come Nepal again and feel the beautiful nature environment by joining other trekking trip from them.
Written 1 February 2020
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I read that the classic route for Poon Hill is from Nayapul-Tikhedunga (night1) - Ghorepani (night 2)- Poon Hill- Tadapani- Ghandruk(night 3).
However, there are recommendation to go the "reverse route" Nayapul-Ghandruk (night 1)-Tadapani-Ghorepani (night 2)- Poon Hill-Tikhedunga (night 3).
I was told that the recommended "reverse route" has lesser ascend and hence more a more comfortable hike.
How true is that? If so, why are most of the folks taking the classic/normal route?
Written 28 January 2024
Hi
We are planning to make a 4-day trekking to Poon Hill at the end of July, since its monsoon season, what will the weather mostly be like? Will the trek be affected by the rain? Will the view be affected?
and is it hard to complete it without a guide?
thx!
Written 3 July 2023
Hi, we are Planning to visit poonhill in last week of December. Is it okay time to visit? I am aware of the cold and no issues with it, have previous experiences in the Himalayas. But will it be good time from the views perspective? I have read that, just visiting poonhill, not the trek, can be done in two days from pokhra, is that correct?
Written 27 September 2021
A Ghorepani abbiamo scoperto una volta arrivati che non hanno acqua minerale in bottiglia, solo acqua locale. Qualcuno ha già avuto questa esperienza? È possibile bere la loro acqua di montagna?
Written 19 October 2019
we will see you at Poonhil someday.
Written 28 May 2019
Hi. Hiking poon hill end of may is best time? How about the weather and view from there?
Written 7 May 2019
Hej. I was in mid April and had no luck. It was almost all cloudy. Hopefully later in Ghandruk sky was quite clear and I saw some mountains.
However the most important part of Trek sunrise was not possible see anything, Sad.
Written 9 May 2019
Hello! I am planning to go to nepal in august, will it be possible to do this trek? If not, which treks could be done during that period (4/5 days)? Thanks!
Written 14 March 2019
I would get in touch with our guide his names Lal and he will be able to tell you what hikes are best for August!
He has what’s app:
+9779814147210
Written 9 April 2019
Hello, We are planning on doing this circular trek in April , but would like to include Tatopani hot springs (so a bit of detour). I was thinking
Day 1 Pokhara to Nayapul & trek to Ulleri
Day 2 Ulleri to Ghorepani
Day 3 Poonhill and trek from Ghorepani to Tatopani
Day 4 Tatopani relax day
Day 5 Tatopani to Tadapani
Day 6 Tadapani to Ghandrung
Day 7 Ghandrung to Nayapul and back to Pokhara
We don't have any more days. Tatopani to Tadapani seems to be 11h, which is not feasable in one day, but we would prefer not to skip hot springs. Would switching Tatopani for Jhinu Danda make more sense? Are they comparable?
Thanks for all the tips!
Written 28 February 2019
I have not been to Tatopani, but Jhino Danda was very nice. We came early in the day where the hot springs was not so busy. We were there in October.
Ghorepani has some amazing panoramic views and you see the seventh higest peak in the world, Dhaulagiri.
After Jhino Danda we walked through Landruk and down to Phedi which was a very beautiful and quiet tour - recommendable. If you decide to go to Phedi it is recommendable to stay in Landruk with its amazing views and also Pothana is very nice. We regretted staying in Australian Camp instead of Pothana as Australian Camp was to busy and too much concrete.
Written 1 March 2019
hello namasta anyone want to go poonhill??
Written 22 February 2019
that is fantastic job you have done.. it was nice trek i hope please help us to promote this destination writing review on poon hill trek. if you have time would be nice. your small effort can be very vital to promote our park for worldwide. the one you reviewed is located is pokhara a wrong destination..go search Poon Hill Trek and search Ghorepani, Nepal and write review. photo are most accepted
Written 18 January 2019
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