Poon Hill Trek

This 7 days Poon Hill trek is projected for those who have been already been to Nepal and just want to taste the experience of trekking without spending extra days in Kathmandu and Pokhara. This Poon Hill trekking will provide the finest experience of hill walking with incredible views of Himalayas and green hills. In addition, the trekking offers rich cultural experience in very short time.

Poon Hill (3210m/10532 ft.) is the highest point of this trek which is famous for sunrise view over high Himalayan peaks such as Mt. Dhaulagiri, Mt. Annapurna, Mt. Ghangapurna and several other snowcapped mountain peaks. We believe that this Poon Hill trekking is just a beginning of trekking in Nepal. You will get the brief experience of hiking and you will come Nepal for other several amazing trekking in the mountain area of Nepal.

This short trekking can be done throughout the year, however (July - Aug) is not recommended due to the rainy season. It is very easy and exotic trekking so anyone can join this trek to enjoy the beauty of Nepal.

7 Days Poon Hill Trekking Itinerary

Day 01:Arrive in Kathmandu (1,330m) check into hotel and rest. B.B.

Day 02: Fly to Pokhara (PKR) from Kathmandu takes about 25 minutes and drive to Nayapul takes about one hour and trek to Tikhedhunga (1500m.), stay in a guest house. B.L.D.

Day 03:Trek about 6 hours from Tikhedhunga to Ghorepani (2855 m) and stay in a lodge. B.L.D.

Day 04:Climb early in the morning to Poon Hill (height: 3,210m) for sunrise view over Annapurna and Dhaulagiri range with great views of landscape and the Himalayas and trek to Tadapani (2595 m). B.L.D. Poon hill is the highest point on this trek.

Day 05: Trek to Ghandruk (1940m) to explore the ethnic Gurung village, trek to Nayapul and drive to Pokhara, stay in Pokhara (730m). B.B.

Day 06:Drive or fly back to Kathmandu. Stay in a hotel, B.B.

Day 07:Final departure transfer to airport.

Trekking Group Size

Trekking Group is termed for the group of people with every individuals who go for a trip. A minimum of 2 people and maximum number of 12 is highly recommended as the size of the group. This planning ensures complete safety of the trekkers and convenience as well. However, with conditions applied, the group size can be customized as per the request of our clients.

[Note: Crew members are not counted within the trekking group size. This exclusive group of crews include one leader, assistant leaders and porters. One assistant leader for every 4 trekkers and one porter for every 2 trekkers]

Meals and Accommodation

During your stay in Kathmandu city, at the initial and the final stages of the trip, you will be residing at a 4 star hotel. The meal facilities in our Cost Includessection takes account of only breakfast facilities at this particular hotel. During the trek, breakfast, lunch and dinner will be served including varieties of snacks, cold drinks, and hot chocolate especially during the mountain part.

As mentioned above, accommodation will be facilitated at a 4 star hotel in Kathmandu. Whereas, during the trek, you will be staying at standard teahouses, lodges and camps, on twin sharing basis, that is determined by the viability of accommodation facilities at overnight stops.

Qualification

As a general idea, health condition in a good state is highly recommended for any kind of tour. As, Sundarijal Chisapani Nagarkot Trek is categorized under Easy Level, one should have the ability to walk for at least 5 – 6 hours a day, and 8 – 9 hours in some of the days. The highest altitude that we climb in this particular trek is 2,340m/7,677ft. Trekking in higher altitudes requires more physical effort. If you have any kind of medical condition, we urge you to receive a counsel from medical experts and formally inform us before applying for this trip.

Previous trekking experience is further admired. Even if you do not possess any, our crew members will always be there to guide for your safety concerns. We believe that you are strengthened with a positive attitude and a strong determination towards this trip.

Trekking Staffs

Taking every aspects in consideration, we have come up with a squad of perfectly skilled crew members who have been recruited especially for their respective fields. You will be guided by fluently English speaking professional experts and team leaders who have gone through all possible circumstances that might occur ruining your trekking experience. Boosted with knowledge of ecology, geography, wild lives, flora and fauna, culture and history, you will be directed with maximum possible efficiency.

We wish you a happy, convenient and safe journey!

Best Season

The Best Season to go for Sundarijal Chisapani Nagarkot Trek is between October and May. This particular timespan provides you an efficient trekking experience with provisions of remarkable views of the environment around.

Equipment

This part is analytically the most important of all. It is a must to gain knowledge about equipment required for a well-planned trekking tour. These gears not only adds convenience to your trip but, also, is totally responsible for its completion. We have formulated a clean list of equipment required for trekking in Nepal.

Insurance

We, personally, do not sell any kind of insurances to our clients. We are, however, concerned about your safety as much as you do. Therefore, we advise you to plan a travel insurance policy before going for any of our trips. Unfortunate events such as sickness, medical issues, injuries or any kinds of accidents are possible measures that can ruin your trip or can even add threats to your life.

We can suggest some of the reputed insurance companies that can come in handy to you. You better be careful while you choose a company and select insurance plans that includes emergency air ambulance rescue service, medical expenses and compensation for trip cancellation, as we do not provide any kind of refunds. Please, formally, provide us a copy of your insurance plans before going for the trip.

[Note: We won’t be liable for any kind of the mentioned life-threatening accidents under any circumstances]

Permits and Fees