Experience the efficiency and convenience of the Poon Hill Short Trek, while still enjoying the traditional highlights. Save time by skipping the road walks and immerse yourself in the beauty of the Himalayas.
Experience the efficiency and convenience of the Poon Hill Short Trek, while still enjoying the traditional highlights. Save time by skipping the road walks and immerse yourself in the beauty of the Himalayas.
Drive from Pokhara to Sudame, then Trek to Banthanti
Pokhara - Begin the day with a drive from Pokhara, passing through the villages of Naya Pul and Birethanti, continuing to the starting point at Sudame. Here, the trek begins with a short walk through the village and crossing the first suspension bridge. Continue trekking to the aptly named 3000…
Drive from Pokhara to Sudame, then Trek to Banthanti
Pokhara - Begin the day with a drive from Pokhara, passing through the villages of Naya Pul and Birethanti, continuing to the starting point at Sudame. Here, the trek begins with a short walk through the village and crossing the first suspension bridge. Continue trekking to the aptly named 3000 steps, traversing the mountainside and entering the Himalayas. Finally, stop at Banthanti for the night to rest.
Banthanti to Ghorepani
Ghorepani - Today is the easiest day of the trek, as the journey leads to the picturesque mountainside village of Ghorepani. In the afternoon, explore the village or relax at the hotel, which offers a panoramic view of the Annapurna Ranges. For those eager to see the sunset, climb Poon Hill for afternoon views and watch the sun set over the western ranges.
Poon Hill Sunrise and Trek to Tadapani
Poon Hill - Today presents the most challenging yet rewarding day of the trek. Start with a pre-dawn climb to Poon Hill, where the grandeur of the Annapurna Himalayas gradually unfolds as the sun’s rays illuminate the majestic peaks. Despite the early start and cold weather, the experience is truly worthwhile. After breakfast, continue trekking along mountain ridges through rhododendron tree canopies towards the village of Tadapani for the night. Enjoy spectacular views of Machhapuchchre (Fish Tail) Mountain as the sun sets.
Trek from Tadapani to Ghandruk, then Drive to Pokhara
Ghandruk - This morning, head to the Gurung Village of Ghandruk, walking through rhododendron forests and passing small waterfalls along the way. If open, visit the Ghandruk Museum before taking a vehicle back to Pokhara via Birethanti, completing the Poon Hill loop.
- Breakfast
- All fees and/or taxes
- Breakfast included on Day 2, 3 and 4
- Breakfast
- All fees and/or taxes
- Breakfast included on Day 2, 3 and 4
- Lunch and Dinner all days
- Lunch and Dinner all days
Fourty years ago when this tour was first conceived the road head finished at Nayapul. Now roads traverse deeper into the Himalayas so we take advantage of this to save you up to two days walking along dirt roads watching locals drive by to their villages
This shortened version of the Poon Hill Trek allows for you to see all the highlights of the traditional trek without the first and last day road walks
Fourty years ago when this tour was first conceived the road head finished at Nayapul. Now roads traverse deeper into the Himalayas so we take advantage of this to save you up to two days walking along dirt roads watching locals drive by to their villages
This shortened version of the Poon Hill Trek allows for you to see all the highlights of the traditional trek without the first and last day road walks
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
