Poon Hill Trek has been considered one of the most popular trek spots according to its distance as it is considered one of the shortest and most classic treks in the Annapurna region. Poonhill is mainly considered as Ghorepani Poon Hill Trek as it lies among the areas of Ghorepani. The main stairs to Poonhill start from Ghorepani. The night must be spent in Ghorepani before going to Poonhill through which you can enjoy the beautiful mountains and sunrise view.

As for panning about the Poon Hill trek, the journey of trekking can be completed between 3 to 5 days depending upon the requirements of the client. Among all the treks in Nepal Poon Hill is considered one of the low-altitude treks which has a maximum altitude of 3210m/10,531.5 feet. The altitude of Poon Hill will be high compared to Ghorepani but the number of hours that you are going to spend on the top of Poon Hill will be less as the main purpose of going that high will be just to enjoy the
View of the mountains and the beautiful sunrise around the mountains.

However, most of the time will be spent on Ghorepani where the altitude is just 2874m. The altitude in Ghorepani is casually normal where you are spending your night. The word “Ghorepani” is made up of two terms, “Ghore” and “Pani” because the term “Ghore” is used to represent horses, and the term “Pani” is used to represent water. Therefore, it is also known as a place where horses are watered and rich in water resources.

Where is Poon Hill?

Poon Hill is one of the most loved viewpoints which is located to the northeast of Pokhara where the journey starts with trekking. Poon Hill lies in the north-central area of Nepal. The Hill is very much near Ghorepani which lies in the Dhaulagiri district, So, Ghorepani plays an important role in going to Poon Hill because the steps towards Poon Hill start from Ghorepani.

You can complete your trek to poon hill in 3 to 5 days. If you have the problem of altitude sickness, then you may not worry about that because the time that you will be sending in Poon Hill will be very less because the main purpose of climbing Poon Hill will be to enjoy the beautiful mountain and the sunrise. Rather than that you will mostly spend your time and spend your night in Ghorepani at the altitude of 2874m.

You don’t have to struggle while traveling to Naya Pul because you will be provided busses are jeeps to travel from Pokhara. You don’t need to worry about the routes or getting lost because by the time you reach Modi rive you will meet a junction where you be provided with the map of the Annapurna region that will help you towards your journey.

How long is the Poon Hill Trek?

As we have mentioned that Poon Hill Trek is one of the most classic short treks at an altitude of 3250m at the top of Poon Hill. The duration to reach poon is about 3 to 5 days and you can choose your route from Naya Pul, the place where you will be starting your trekking journey. While starting your journey you can choose your trekking route where you can head towards Tirkhedhunga or from Ghandruk.

If you can walk and want more days to be covered on your journey, then the route from Ghandruk is the best cause you will be able to enjoy the view and the environment of Ghandruk village and see its beauty, then you will be visiting Jhinu Hot Spring through which you will be able to reach Tadapani and then reach Ghorepani.

But if you want to complete your Poon Hill trek in fewer days then you must take your route from Trikhedhung through which you can easily reach Ghorepani. The final spot before going to Poon Hill will be Ghorepani where you have to spend your night and start your journey at 4 in the morning because you don’t want to miss the beautiful scenery of the mountains and sunshine.

How difficult is Poon Hill Trek?

As talking about the difficulties in Poon Hill Trek, this has been considered one of the shortest treks as it covers almost 45 kilometers. The route, roads, climate, and altitude are very much moderate towards the roads to Poon Hill.

Being an interested trekker one must have a will to complete his/her journey. A trekker,/must be active in their journey because going through a long journey one must show interest in it. Similarly, the roads to the Poon Hill trek are very amusing, entertaining, and enjoyable because you will get to experience different views across your journey. You can enjoy different views and sceneries such as the forests covered with rhododendron forest, mountain terrain, and a small waterfall along your way to Poon Hill.

What is the best time for Poon Hill Trek?

According to the views of Nepal, it is best to visit some places according to seasons. Similarly, the Poon Hill trek is one of the most beautiful trekking sites in Nepal where the views of the mountains are worth it. So the best time of the year to visit Poon Hill will be from mid-September to early November.

What to pack for Poon Hill Trek?

• A porter will carry a rucksack or duffel bag, and you will carry a day pack.
• Waterproofs to keep the rain and wind at bay (waterproof bottoms are optional)
• Shirts, trousers, shorts, T-shirts, sweaters, and jackets, as well as caps and gloves, are all available.
• Thin layers help wick away perspiration and keep you warm in the mornings.
• Boots that are comfortable to wear and have a strong sole and ankle support. In the evenings, shift into lighter footwear.
• To have a good night’s sleep at the lodges, bring a warm sleeping bag (3 seasons) (they also have blankets)
• Hard plastic water bottles, not disposable bottles, should be used.
• Toiletries, a towel, and a tiny first-aid kit which is normally provided by the company.
• Sunglasses and Sunhats
• Trekking poles, a jacket, and dry bags are all recommended.
• Phone charges, camera, and extra batteries.

Highlights of Poon Hill Trek

• One of the most well-known short hikes in Nepal—and with good reason.
• You’ll be rewarded with sweeping vistas of Dhaulagiri if you climb 3,381 stairs.
• Spend the night at one of the cozy teahouses along the trail.
• Views of alpine lakes, farms, and mountains, notably Annapurna South, are among the highlights.

Recommended Poon Hill Trek Itinerary

Day 1: Drive to Pokhara from Kathmandu, then you will be driven from the Hotel in Pokhara to Nayaul to start your trek and end your day at Trikhedunga with a total walking distance of 9.2km

Day 2: You will be starting your day from Tirkhedunga to Ghorepani where you can enjoy the beautiful view of the Annapurna South where you will enjoy different forests covered with oaks and rhododendrons. Throughout your day you will be covering 12.9kms.

Day 3: From Ghorepani to Tadapani. On this day you will be heading towards Poon Hill where you can be admiring a lifetime view of the sunrise over the Annapurna South range. The third day of the trek will be the best one so far because you will be viewing some of the best sights. On this day you will be covering 3km from Ghorepani to Poon Hill and 9.7km from Ghorepani to Tadapani.

Day 4: The fourth day starts with the view of the Annapurna South which you can see from Tadapani. On this day you will be traveling from Tadapani to Ghandruk. The overall distance that you will be covering will be 6.5km but after a short-term climb of about 3.5km, you will be walking for 3 hours, downhill.

Day 5: On the last day of the trek you will have to walk a shorter distance, a total of 2.9km where you will be traveling from Ghandruk to Kimche. The trial that you will be walking will lead towards Nayapul. where you will be driven from Nayapul to Pokhara.

Permit for Poon Hill Trek

• For foreigners, the ACAP try permission charge is 3,000 NPR (about USD 30).
• For SAARC nationals, the ACAP entrance permit charge is 200 NPR.
• Permit for TIMS: 1,000 NPR (about USD 10)