Ghorepani Poon Hill trek is the shortest popular treks in Nepal suitable for healthy people of almost any age group. This trek is also known as Annapurna Sunrise View trek which is done by thousands of the domestic and international trekkers. Ghorepani trek is one of the most popular treks in the classic Annapurna region which has the popular trekking trails in Nepal. As the trekking trail moves ahead along the easiest terrain, it is accessible for a child to an old-age citizen.
To experience the marvelous sunrise view of the Annapurna and Dhaulagiri ranges, don’t forget to book Poon Hill trek. You can make this trek all times of the year as the highest altitude to reach is Poon Hill (3,210m). Ghorepani Poon Hill trek is most suitable for family trek in Nepal as the trekking route is comparatively easy. The sunrise view from the hilltop of Poon Hill is one of the best view in the world, let alone in Nepal.
The best reward of Ghorepani Poon Hill trek the chance to travel from low altitude subtropical zone to significantly higher alpine zone. During the short trekking, you can see rich paddy fields and forests full of rhododendron, silver fir and pine en route. The highest point during this irresistible excursion is Poon Hill (3,210m/10,532ft) offers spellbinding vistas of the Annapurna, Dhaulagiri and Machhapuchhre peaks.
The village of Ghandruk which has inspired several travelogues, films and documentaries, will definitely occupy a special corner of your memory.Ghandruk is blessed with the virtue of the hospitality and cultural heritage of the predominant Gurung society and the sheer natural beauty. Gurung Museum of Ghandruk village lets you be more familiar with their distinct culture, tradition, attire and lifestyle from others.
This trek starts from and ends at Nayapul, a popular gateway to the Annapurna Sanctuary trek with a lifelong memory to the trekkers. The trekking trail to Ghorepani Poon Hill forms a mini-circuit with Poon Hill and Ghandruk as the two most spectacular stopovers. Ghorepani – Poon Hill – Ghandruk trek offers an amazing combination of the diverse culture, flora, fauna and landscapes within the Annapurna region.
Highlights
- Exploration of the lake city Pokhara
- Best sunrise view of the snowcapped peaks of Annapurna region from Poon Hill
- Neat and clean stone staircases of Ulleri village
- Travelling through the most comfortable trails
- Knowledge about Gurung culture, tradition and lifestyle from Gurung Museum of Ghandruk village
- Diverse flora and fauna
