Ghorepani Punhill Trek

                                        
                                        destination
                                        Ghorepani Punhill
                                    
                                        duration
                                        10 Days
                                    
                                        grade
                                        Moderate
                                    
                                        start/end point
                                        Kathmandu/Kathmandu
                                    
                                        max altitude
                                        3210m
                                    
                                        meal
                                        Available
                                    
                                        accommodation
                                        Available
                                    
                                        season
                                        Sep to Nov/Mar to May

Overview

Ghorepani Pun Hill Trek is the best option for beginners, short holiday-holder, and elderly people who wish to do less physical effort but still want to explore the breathtaking mountains scenery, tradition of the beautiful mountain people, and rich culture of Himalayan people. Ghorepani Pun Hill trek is a combination of typical Nepali culture, landscape, and mountain views with an easy approach. Pun Hill is the most vantage point of the Ghorepani trek located in the Annapurna region from where you will see the fascinating sunrise in the morning and stunning sunset in the evening. You will enjoy Ghorepani Pun Hill Trek with the spectacular Annapurna mountain scenery through charming villages inhabited by Magar and Gurung, thick rhododendron forests, full of birds in the jungle, and deep subtropical valleys. You can see the glorious views of Dhaulagiri (White Mountain), Annapurna I, Nilgiri, Annapurna IV, Fishtail, Tukuche, and so many other exhilarating views of snow-capped mountains. You will have the pleasure of visiting Ghorepani Pun Hill throughout the whole year except monsoon season.
The trek is very popular in the Himalayas in the Annapurna region which begins from Modi Khola after one hour’s drive from the beautiful city of the Lake, Pokhara. Then we ascend to villages and farm terraces entertaining the view of Fishtail (Machhapuchhare) mountain. Then we trek to Ghorepani to spend a night and go to Pun Hill to view sunrise the following morning and to have majestic views of Dhaulagiri, Annapurna range, and Nilgiri at 270 degrees. We also can go to Pun Hill in the evening to see the sunset view, if the weather is clear. The rhododendron forests at Ghorepani which blossom every spring welcome the visitors and the beautiful Gurung village of Ghandruk on the lap of Annapurna Mountain is popular for traditional houses, rich Gurung culture, great countryside, heart-welcoming, and smiling people, and the perfect hospitalities attract to the visitors. The region has boats the best mountain lodge in Nepal. The trek can be customized as per your holiday. You can make the trip longer by continuing to Landruk, Deurali, Pothana, Australian Camp, and Dhampus after passing Ghandruk if you have a few more days. In summary, Ghorepani Trek gives you the value of your expenses. Welcome to Ghorepani Trek.

Trip Highlights

Historical, cultural city of the heritage places in Kathmandu valley
Easy to access - you have options of using flight or drive between Kathmandu and Pokhara
Scenic drive from between Kathmandu and Pokhara
Beautiful city - the city of the Lakes, Pokhara
Breathtaking and eye-catching mountain vistas
Rich culture and traditions of Gurung and Magar people
Ghorepani, Poon Hill and Ghandruk are the main attractions of the trek.
Beautiful landscapes and natural diversities in very short period
Annapurna Conservation Area Project - ACAP
Flora and fauna

Itinerary

Day 1: Arrive to Kathmandu (1350m), transfer to Hotel

You will be greeted by a representative of “Rai Treks and Expedition Pvt Ltd”; at Tribhuvan International Airport when you arrive in the country of breathtaking mountains and temple-filled metropolis. Our personnel will accompany you to your Hotel where you will overnight for 2 nights. In the evening, we will host a dinner program in a traditional Nepali restaurant as well as offer you a briefing on the trekking itinerary. Attending the welcome meeting is crucial because this is when we will be gathering information about your insurance and next of kin. Please notify the front desk of your hotel or travel agency if you anticipate being late.

Day 2: Guided sightseeing in Kathmandu and trek preparation day in Kathmandu

SIGHTSEEING INCLUDES:

PASHUPATINATH TEMPLE

Pashupatinath is one of the most significant and the biggest Hindu temples of Shiva in the world, which is in the heart of Kathmandu nearby the airport. There is no certain data how old the temple is, however; it is believed that the site had been existed since 400 BC. The current temple was built in 1692 CE. Shiva is the God of Gods symbolizing the “destruction” among three main Gods according to Hinduism – Brahma, Bishnu and Maheshwor (Shiva). Brahma creates living things, Bishnu preserves them and Shiva destroys them at the end. Pashupatinath is listed in the World Heritage site in the lists of UNESCO World Heritage Sites. It was enlisted in 1979 AD. Pashupatinath is one of the 275 Paadal Petra Sthalams (Holy Abodes of Shiva)..

BOUDHANATH STUPA

It is also called Baudha, is the larget spherical stupa in the world. It was built in the 6th century CE, in the Licchavi regime. It was expanded around the 14th century. It is situated in the northeastern outskirts of Kathmandu, about 6 km from far from the heart of Kathmandu, Thamel. It was enlisted in the UNESCO World Heritage Site in 1979AD. Buadhanath is one of the popular places to visit on your visit to Nepal.

SWAYAMBHUNATH (MONKEY TEMPLE)

It is also called Monkey temple as you can see hundreds of monkeys around there when you visit there, which is the oldest religious site in Nepal. It was built in the 6th century CE, in the Licchavi regime. It was expanded around the 14th century. There is no enough proof when it was built, however; it is believed that it was built around 2500 years ago. It is also believed that it was created itself at the beginning so it is named Swayam (self) bhu (earth) nath (god) – which means it is created itself from the earth. It was enlisted in the UNESCO World Heritage Site in 1979AD. It is situated around 3 km far from Thamel, in the west direction. Swayambhunath is one of the popular places to visit on your visit to Nepal.

Day 3: Kathmandu to Pokhara (Drive) 830 meters (2723 feet) - 7 hours

Day 4: Drive to Nayapul and then Trek to Ulleri

Day 5: Trek to Ghorepani (2855m)

Day 6: Early excursion to Poon Hill and then trek to Tadapani (2590m)

Day 7: Trek to Ghandruk (1950m)

Day 8: Drive to Pokhara, transfer to Hotel

Day 9: Drive back to Kathmandu

Day 10: Final departure for your home country

Inclusion / Exclusion

Inclusion

Airport transfers in Kathmandu on private vehicle
Guided sightseeing in Kathmandu including all transportation and entry permit to enter to the Heritage sites
3 nights accommodation in Kathmandu at Standard Hotel in Bed & Breakfast Basis
2 nights accommodation in Pokhara at Standard Hotel on Bed and Breakfast Basis
All transportations as per the dossier on private vehicle
Trek on Full Board Basis (BLD - Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner with Hot drink - tea/coffee) and accommodation in the Lodge during the trek.
1 professional English speaking guide including all his meals, transportation and daily wages
1 assistant guide between the team of 5 people including all his meals, transportation and daily wages
1 porter between two people including all his meals, transportation and daily wages
Trekking permit, National Park & TIMS card fee
All insurance for trekking crew members
Medical kits including basic medicines for the trekking crew members
Duffel Bag if needed
Trekking Map
Farewell dinner in Kathmandu

Exclusion

International Airfare
Nepal Entry Visa Fee, which is USD50 for 30 days and USD30 for 15 days
Personal Insurance (Travel, Emergency Medical, Rescue)
Personal Trekking Gears, extra expenses Phone Calls, Water, Laundry, Bar Bills, Battery Recharge, Internet etc.
Main meals (lunch & dinner) in Kathmandu and in Pokhara
Tips for trekking staff and drivers. It is not mandatory but it is customary in Nepal.