This beautiful trek in the Annapurna region takes you on a moderate route through scenic native villages and diverse nature. It allows many glances over to snowy peaks. A highlight is the early morning hike up to Poon Hill view point, that offers a breath-taking sunset on the Annapurna range.
Length: 9–11 days Trek level: moderate
Accom.: lodges
Max. height: 3200 m
Best time: October–May
Itinerary of the trek
Day 1 Arrival in Kathmandu
Day 2 Guided sightseeing around Kathmandu Valley
Day 3 Drive from Kathmandu to Pokhara (7–8 hrs drive)
Day 4 Drive from Pokhara to Phedi (40 min drive). Continue trekking from Phedi to Pothana (4 hrs)
Day 5 Trekking from Pothana to Ghandruk (6–7 hrs)
Day 6 Trekking from Ghandruk to Tadapani (4 hrs)
Day 7 Trekking from Tadapani to Ghorepani (5–6 hrs)
Day 8 Sunset Hike to Poon Hill, 3200 m (1,5 hrs up and back). Trekking from Ghorepani to Hille (5–6 hrs)
Day 10 Trekking from Hille to Nayapul, 1070 m (3 hrs). Drive from Nayapul to Pokhara (1 hr drive). Time for sightseeing in Pokhara
Day 11 Drive from Pokhara to Kathmandu (7–8 hr drive)
Please note: Variations of the here shown itinerary are no problem, even appreciated. My ambition is to trim the trek for your individual timetable and budget. Please contact me for any further questions.
Service Include:
- Pick up drop from airport to hotel and from hotel to airport;
- 2 Nights hotel accommodations in Kathmandu and two nights in Pokhara;
- Lodges during the trek;
- 3 meals a day while on trek;
- A guide & required number of porter(s);
- Annapurna Conservation permit;
- Trekking permit;
- Trekking gear;
- Insurance for Nepali staff Airport / Hotel / Airport pick up & drop by private car;
- Annapurna trekking map;
- Food, drinks, accommodation, insurance, salary, equipment, transportation, local tax for Guide and porter;
- Group medical supplies (first aid kit will be available);
- All necessary paper works and national park entry permits;
- TIMS (Trekkers’ Information Management System);
Service Exclude:
- All personal expenses;
- Bar beverages, bottled water and all kind of drink;
- Travel medical insurance;
- Alternative transportation (in case of road blockade);
- Emergency evacuation by helicopter;
- Meals while in Kathmandu allow US$ 10 – US$ 15 per day;
- International airfare and airport departure tax;
- Nepal entry visa;
- Personal shopping and laundry etc.;
- Personal trekking equipment;
- Tips for trekking staff and driver;