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Annapurna Short Trekking | Poon Hill Trek |  Annapurna Short Trek | Nepal Motherhouse Treks

Annapurna Short Trekking goes through the rural villages and rhododendron forests beneath the majestic Himalayan scenery. The  Short Annapurna Trek is colorful short venture hike around the Annapurna Himalaya range with exciting mountain view, when you reach the highest points of your trek at Ghorepani (2,880m) and Poon Hill an elevation of 3,210 meters offers the one of the best mountain panorama. Short Annapurna Trek is an ample destination for those trekkers who have very short time but still would like to see the amazing view of snow capped mountain from closest distance. This is one of the shortest trekking trails of the Annapurna Region among the several trekking routes.

Normally, Ghorepani Poon Hill classical Trek is known as short and easy Annapurna trek access of least amount of time, which is beginning from Nayapul after a short scenic drive from beautiful city Pokhara. Now a day there is further road access after Nayapul also, so you do not need to follow the trekking trail along the bank of Burundi Khola. After Tikhedhunga, while climbing countless steps up to the Ulleri village, even you won’t be feeling that much more difficult with the amazing rice field landscape and glimpse of Mt. Annapurna South. Then the trail of Pun Hill Trek goes through rhododendron forest, sometime you will encounter Himalayan Goat, Dear and Monkey. During the spring forest can be seen full of rhododendron, magnolia and colorful orchids blooming. Ghorepani and surrounding villages are inhabitance of the Pun ethnic group (Sub-Cast Name of Magar’s Ethnic) with their unique culture and tradition. The Poon Hill Tower established on 21st-Feburary 2001 by Major Tek Bahadur Pun, so this tower called memorial view Tower also by the name of the founder. While visiting Pun Hill in the morning for the sunrise view; you will enjoy one of the most spectacular mountain scenery on Earth. Panoramic view Dhaulagiri (8,167m) from west to the east Lamjung Himal and Manaslu are amazing. And Mount Nilgiri, Annapurna range including Annapurna (8,091m) along with a network of other peaks makes your journey worth able. After rewarding view from Ghorepani and Poon Hill you will visit traditional Gurung Village “Ghandruk” through the Tadapani and Bhaisikharka then your Annapurna Short Trek will finish at Nayapul or keep on continue for two days more walk to the Dhampus Phedi.

But for the Poon Hill Trek 3 Days, we suggest to start from Tikhedhunga or Ulleri, after two and a half to three hours drive from touristic city Pokhara, so it is called as 3 Days Trek from Pokhara as well. And walk through the cultural Magar and Gurung ethnic villages; Banthanti, Nangethanti, Ghorepani, Poon Hill, Deurali, Tadapani, Bhaisekharka and Ghandruk village via Tadapani and end trip at Kimche. Annapurna short Trek is considered to be best introduce some spectacular views and cultural show in the Annapurna, can do even in Summer, Monsson, and Winter session. For Short Annapurna Trek you require to physically fit and mentally well prepare for a quite long walk on every day. Nepal Mother House Treks offer you Short Annapurna Trek shorter or longer as your desire and holiday schedule in the year around by local Guide and Porters. Why not you join with our 2 Nights 3 Day Nepal Trek! In your lifetime experience in the Himalaya during Nepal visit.

Trip Highlights

  • Short easy walk through amazing villages and beneath the majestic Himalaya.
  • Highest point Poon Hill (3,210m) offers incredible Mountain scenery.  
  • Breathtaking mountain range including Dhoulagiri, Fishtail, and Annapurna.
  • Combination of the mountain scenery and cultural trip.
  • Drive beautiful city Pokhara to Nayapul and end at Nayapul then drive back to Pokhara.

Day to Day Itinerary

Day 01:Drive Pokhara to Tikhedhunga (1160m) / Ulleri (1,960m) via Nayapul (1,010m) – 3 to 4 hours and trek to Ghorepani (2,840m) – 5 to 6 hours

Day 02:Hike up to Poon Hill (3210m) - 45 minutes to Tadapani (2520m) – 4 to 5 hours

Day 03:Trek Tadapani to Kimche (1640m) via Ghaundrung – 4 to 5 hours, Drive to Pokhara (950m) – 2 to 3 hours, then your own destination.


 Alternative Itinerary

Cost Include

  • ACAP (Annapurna Conservation Area Project), TIMS (Trekkers Information System) Cards.
  • All ground transportation during trip from Pokhara to trek starting point (Tikhedhunga/Ulleri) and Trek ending point (Kimche / Syauli Bazaar) to Pokhara by private car or Taxi or Public bus.Trekking equipments (worm down jackets, sleeping bag & Duffle Bag) during the trekking if you needed.
  • Nepal Mother House T-shirt /Cap and Appreciation Card of Trip (after trip end).
  • Three times meals (breakfast, Lunch, Dinner), tea coffee in a cup each meal during trek.
  • Soft & comfort private accommodation entire Mountain twin bed sharing with share toilet.
  • Government license holder English Speaking experienced Local Guide with their food, accommodation, salary, insurance, equipments.
  • A porter (between every 2 person basic) carries max.20-25 kg. Plus their food, accommodation, wage, insurance, all transportation.
  • One Sherpa (assistance guide) if group size more than 10 people. Plus their food, accommodation, salary, insurance and equipments.
  • Guide & porters insurance for their happy journey.
  • A Trekking Map of Annapurna Trip for a Group.
  • Supplementary snacks (fresh fruits)  on the Trek.
  • First Aid medical kit during trip & welcome and Fare well program.
  • Tourist service charge, vat, Governments Tax and official expanse if necessary.
     

Cost Exclude

  • All kind of beverage including mineral water, Chocolate, Cookies, desert, Phone calls, laundry, hot shower during Trek.
  • Clients travel Insurance and evacuation (compulsory).
  • If incase, flight cancel and charter helicopter or plane.
  • Tipping for Guide & porter, yours meals at Kathmandu & Pokhara.
  • Accommodation in Kathmandu & Pokhara.
  • Personal expenses like Shopping, souvenirs or gift, personal mountaineering gears.
  • Optional trips and sightseeing if extend.
  • International airfare, airport departure tax and Visa fee.
  • Things which not mention above our services.
  • Visa fee, you obtain a visa easily upon your arrival at Tribhuwan International Airport Kathmandu.
     

Trip Note

If you do not need porter for the trip, the trekking cost will be reducing from the original price. Nepal Mother House gives you some clue to make less cost for the Solo traveler also. Please contact us in our email for more details with your requirements. 

If you wish to stay longer, we can offer plenty of suggestions: Bungee Jumping, mountain biking in the Kathmandu valley, white water Rafting, Jeep Flyer, Paragliding, Rock climbing, Jungle Safari tour, Skydiving, Mt. Everest view flight, Bhaktapur and Patan Durbar square, the Kathmandu valley's other historic cities Sightseeing, or a night at the Fort Hotel in Nagarkot for a bit of luxury and some worth able sunset and sunrise mountain panoramas. We help to arrange any of these excursions for you. Namaste and see you during your next trip to the Nepal Himalayas!

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