Ghorepani Poon Hill

Via Pokhara · Nayapul / Besisahar

Duration

5 days

Difficulty

easy

Max elevation

3,210 m

Best season

Mar-May, Sep-Nov

Overview

Nepal's single most celebrated short trek, combining rhododendron forests with the finest sunrise viewpoint in the Annapurna range. Perfect first-time Himalayan trek.

Permits & preparation

ACAP (Annapurna Conservation Area)
TIMS card
Travel insurance with helicopter evacuation
Valid passport / ID for checkposts

Requirements change — confirm with your guide or a licensed agency before departure.

Getting to Pokhara

Kathmandu → Pokhara

Then drive to Nayapul or Ulleri

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Related routes

Annapurna Base Camp

7-10 · challenging

Annapurna Circuit

12-14 · challenging

Mardi Himal Trek

5-7 · moderate

Annapurna Panorama Trek

4-5 · easy

Choose your pace

Normal pace · ~5 days

Elevation profile

1070

1577

2860

3210

1025

Day-by-day itinerary

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Route map

Full route

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