5 Day PoonHill Trek

A relaxed, immersive 5-day cultural and scenic loop through Ghorepani and Ghandruk.

Duration

5 Days / 4 Nights

Max Elevation

3,210m (10,531 ft)

Difficulty

Easy-Moderate

Starting Point

Pokhara Hub

Expedition Architecture

5 Day PoonHill Trek – Overview

With an extra night in the Gurung heritage capital of Ghandruk, the 5 Day Poon Hill Trek offers a leisurely pace ideal for photographers, families, and cultural enthusiasts.

Enjoy shorter daily walking hours, lingering lunch stops, full cultural immersion in Gurung villages, and unhurried time at the Poon Hill vantage point.

Poon Hill Sunrise Vantage

Spectacular dawn across Dhaulagiri, Annapurna South, and Fishtail.

Dedicated Ghandruk Stay

Overnight stay in Ghandruk with visits to local textile weaving and heritage museums.

Relaxed Walking Hours

Only 4 to 5 hours of walking per day, leaving afternoons free to relax.

Rich Himalayan Flora

Magnificent birds, orchids, and rhododendrons.

Field Schedule

Day-by-Day Expedition Itinerary

Paced for optimal safety, terrain enjoyment, and cultural immersion.

Gentle introductory walk through terraced rice fields along the river.

Climb Ulleri stairs and ascend through shady forest trails to Ghorepani pass.

Dawn panorama at Poon Hill, followed by forest ridge trekking to Tadapani.

Easy downhill walk to Ghandruk. Afternoon spent exploring traditional stone alleys.

Scenic descent through river valleys, private 4WD return to Pokhara Lakeside.

Price Integrity

Transparent Inclusions & Exclusions

Included in $490 USD

All Permits: ACAP and government park entry permits.
Licensed Mountain Guide: English-fluent, certified in Wilderness First Aid.
Insured Porters (IPPG): 1 porter per 2 trekkers, 20kg maximum load cap.
Teahouse Lodging: Hand-vetted mountain lodges throughout the route.
All Meals on Trail: 3 daily meals (Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner) plus hot tea.
Ground Transportation: Private transport to and from trailheads.

Exclusions

International Flights & Visa: Nepal entry tourist visa ($30/$50).
Emergency Travel Insurance: Mandatory policy covering high altitude and rescue.
Teahouse Incidentals: Hot showers, Wi-Fi cards, and device charging fees.
Personal Gear & Tipping: Discretionary gratuity for guide and porters.

Practical Intelligence

Frequently Answered Questions

Yes, this is one of the most accessible, enjoyable introductory treks in all of Nepal.