THE BEST TREKKING AND MOUNTAINEERING CLUB

The leader in expedtion

adventure

THE BEST TREKKING AND MOUNTAINEERING CLUB

The leader in expedtion

adventure

THE BEST TREKKING AND MOUNTAINEERING CLUB

The leader in expedtion

adventure

THE BEST TREKKING AND MOUNTAINEERING CLUB

The leader in expedtion

adventure

print friendly version
Trip Facts
Price start from USD 48,500
Difficulty Advanced Mountaineering
Duration 61 Days, 60 Nights
Activity Expedition, 8,000m+
Max Altitude 8,848m
Destination Nepal
Trip Start Kathmandu
Trip End Kathmandu
Trip Enquiry
Trip Map
Gallery
POON HILL TREKKING EXPEDITION 2018
  • Elevation :3,210 meters
  • Route :South - East
  • Duration :30 days
  • Date :20 Oct
Trip Introduction

Located west to the lively city of lakes, Pokhara, Poon Hill is full of riches that range from enchanting natural beauty to diverse local culture and traditions. The Poon Hill trekking offers panoramic views of the majestic Annapurna and Dhaulagiri massifs along with an enchanting sunrise that provides unreal proximity to nature. However, the experiences during this trek are not limited just to scenes of these spectacular Himalayas. Poon Hill trekking takes you through the villages that introduce you to the unique culture and lifestyle of the local Gurung community.

The Poon Hill Trekking is an excellent choice that awes you with the plethora of mountains and allows you to marvel at the exquisite view of the sunrise over those gorgeous peaks. Poon Hill Trekking starts with your arrival at Tribhuvan International Airport in Kathmandu. After a brief stay in the bustling city of Kathmandu and visiting some of the UNESCO world heritage sites, you continue the trip with a scenic flight to Pokhara. You then take a short drive to Nayapul, where the actual trekking journey begins. The trekking trail incorporates lushly forested path on stone paved stairs, waterfalls, rice fields, dense rhododendron forests, traditional villages, and patchwork valleys. The main feature of the trek includes the picturesque view of Mt. Dhaulagiri (8167m), Mt. Annapurna I (8091m), Annapurna South (7219m), Machhapuchhre (6997m), and Hiunchuli (6441m). Poon Hill, being home to one of the best viewpoints in Nepal, offers the magnificent sunrise view over the pristine Himalayas. You also trek through the largest Gurung village of Ghandruk along with other villages inhabited by the Magar people. Here, you can observe the lifestyle and culture of the locals while marveling at their humility. You are sure to end the trek on a high note, longing for more of your recent experience.