Transport

Airport picks up and drop-off by private car. Kathmandu to Pokhara round trip transportation by tourist Bus. Pokhara to Naya pul both way transportation by private car.

Others

Annapurna Conservation Area Project (ACAP) entry permit. Trekker’s Information Management System (TIMS) Card. Use of Sleeping bag, down Jackets and walking poles (if you do not have your own, to be returned after the trip completed). Arrangement of Emergency Helicopter service (paid by your Travel insurance company). Optional use of the sleeping bag, down jacket, and a duffel bag (to be returned after the trip completed). Oximeter to check your pulse and oxygen saturation and heart rate twice daily (Very useful to check Altitude Mountain Sickness(AMS) symptoms) Which will ensure you trek is in the safest hands possible for all levels of trekker. Assistant guide group size above 8+ persons.

Meals

Three meals a day (Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner) During the trek.

Accommodation

Standard twin-sharing accommodation in a three-star hotel in Kathmandu (2 nights only) and Pokhara (2 nights only) including breakfast Trekking Lodge (Tea House) accommodations throughout the trek.

Guide

A highly experienced, helpful, knowledgeable, friendly, English speaking well trained, Government License holder guide.

Not included:

Optional

Strong, helpful porters with proper safety equipment and walking equipment his salary, foods, accommodation, and insurance (one porter for two people) If required we will provide but the price will be an extra USD 18 day.

Others

Nepal entry visa fee. Your personal expenses. Personal expenses such as shopping, hot and cold drinks, tea, coffee, miniral water, extra food, hot shower, hard and soft alcohols, snacks, hot and cold water, Wi-Fi, battery re-charge fee, and extra porter All desserts and sweet things (those you choose to purchase along the way and during evenings in the Tea Houses). Hot shower and battery charging during the trekking. Tips for the guide, porter, and driver (Tipping is expected).

Insurance

Personal Insurance is not included.

Flights

International flight not included.

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Day 1 Day 1: Arrival In Kathmandu & Transfer To Hotel.
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 1: Arrival In Kathmandu & Transfer To Hotel.

On arrival at the airport, a representative from Sherpa Expedition Teams will be there to greet you and take you to your hotel in Thamel. You will have time to do some last-minute shopping or find a nice café where you can sit back and relax. Later your guide will give you a briefing on what to expect on the trek.
Day 2 Day 2: Drive From Kathmandu To Pokhara (8,50M) 6-7 Hours.
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 2: Drive From Kathmandu To Pokhara (8,50M) 6-7 Hours.

Today we have a 6-7 hour road trip to Pokhara Valley and its popular Phewa Tal (lake). We will then check in to our hotel near to Phewa Tal. Along the way you can sit back, relax and appreciate the changing countryside of raging rivers, valleys and terraced farmlands and the surrounding hills. There is plenty to see at ‘Lakeside’ with its many shops, bars and restaurants. You will enjoy sitting by the lake in the late afternoon while watching the sunset over the mountains.
Day 3 Day 3: Drive To Nayapul And Trek To Ulleri (1,960M) 5-6 Hours.
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 3: Drive To Nayapul And Trek To Ulleri (1,960M) 5-6 Hours.

Today we drive for around 1:25 hours from Pokhara via the charming Lumle Village, that sits perched on the mountainside, and then to Nayapul (1050m). The Ghorepani Poon Hill trek begins at Nayapul and after a 30-minute trek arrives at Birethanti where you will be asked to show your tourist permit at the checkpoint. We then follow the Bhurungdi Khola (river) to reach Ulleri where we will stay the night.
Day 4 Day 4: Trek To Ghorepani (2,860M) 5-6 Hours.
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 4: Trek To Ghorepani (2,860M) 5-6 Hours.

Our trek begins today heading to the Magar village of Banthanti from where we have some truly excellent views of Mt. Machapuchare (6997m - Fishtail), Hiunchuli (6441m), and Annapurna South (7219m). After following the trail through a lush white, pink, and red - flowering rhododendron forest we cross a bridge before arriving at Ghorepani Village where we once again have some grand views of several massive peaks, such as Dhaulagiri, Annapurna South, Hiunchuli, and Annapurna - that appears in the background. Ghorepani is a peaceful and friendly village where you can sit back, relax, and admire the views.
Day 5 Day 5: Hike Up To Poon Hill (3210M) And Trek To Tadapani (2,300M) 6-7 Hours.
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 5: Hike Up To Poon Hill (3210M) And Trek To Tadapani (2,300M) 6-7 Hours.

Poon Hill is known throughout the Himalayas for its spectacular views of the Annapurna Ranges – especially at sunrise and sunset. We have a very early morning start to Poon Hill viewpoint in order to catch the sunrise and the changing colors gleaming off the mountains, such as: Dhaulagiri (8167m), Annapurna I (8091m), Annapurna II (7937m), Annapurna III (7855m), Annapurna IV (7525m), Annapurna South (729m), Nilgiri (6940m), Tukuche (6920m), Varaha Shikhar (7847m) & Lamjung Himal (6931m). Your only concern will be to see that your camera is fully charged. We will then return to Ghorepani for breakfast and then head to Tadapani via the scenic trail through Deurali (meaning ridge in Nepali) until we arrive at Tadapani Village.
Day 6 Day 6: Trek To Ghandruk Village (1,940M) 3-4 Hours.
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 6: Trek To Ghandruk Village (1,940M) 3-4 Hours.

This morning we take the trail through oak and rhododendron forests with wildflowers present along the trail that add to the eye-catching beauty of this region. We then come to the mainly Gurung village of Ghandruk with its stunning views of Annapurna South, Gangapurna, (7455m), Machapuchare, Annapurna III and Hiunchuli. Ghandruk is the 2nd largest Gurung village in Nepal with a population of 4748 people. It has a rich culture, a museum and Buddhist monastery. Most interesting is its characteristic style of architecture with most of the houses having slate tiled roofs and stone walls. It feels as if time stood still here.
Day 7 Day 7: Trek To Nayapul And Drive To Pokhara (8,50M) 5-6 Hours.
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 7: Trek To Nayapul And Drive To Pokhara (8,50M) 5-6 Hours.

This morning we wake up to views of the Annapurna Himalayas and then walk up steep stone steps on a trail down to Dhampus Phedi/Ghatte Khola for approximately one hour and then drive for around 30 minutes to Pokhara where we will stay the night near Phew Tal (lake).
Day 8 Day 8: Drive From Pokhara To Kathmandu (1,350M) 6-7 Hours.
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 8: Drive From Pokhara To Kathmandu (1,350M) 6-7 Hours.

Today we have a road trip back to Kathmandu. If you sit on the left side of the bus you will get the best views and will see the river, gorges, mountains, small settlements and terraced farming land. Back in Kathmandu, you will be taken back to your hotel where you can relax or stroll around Thamel for some last-minute shopping. There are loads to keep you occupied in Thamel with its many bakeries, restaurants and bars.
Day 9 Day 9: Transfer To The International Airport For Your Final Departure.
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 9: Transfer To The International Airport For Your Final Departure.

A representative from Sherpa Expedition Teams will take you to the airport at least three hours prior to your scheduled departure. We hope that while flying home you will be thinking of the great experience you had in Nepal and will be planning another adventure to this amazing country.

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Ghorepani Poon Hill Trekking

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Itinerary of your trip Ghorepani Poon Hill Trekking

Day 1: Arrival In Kathmandu & Transfer To Hotel.

Day 2: Drive From Kathmandu To Pokhara (8,50M) 6-7 Hours.

Day 3: Drive To Nayapul And Trek To Ulleri (1,960M) 5-6 Hours.

Day 4: Trek To Ghorepani (2,860M) 5-6 Hours.

Day 5: Hike Up To Poon Hill (3210M) And Trek To Tadapani (2,300M) 6-7 Hours.

Day 6: Trek To Ghandruk Village (1,940M) 3-4 Hours.

Day 7: Trek To Nayapul And Drive To Pokhara (8,50M) 5-6 Hours.

Day 8: Drive From Pokhara To Kathmandu (1,350M) 6-7 Hours.

Day 9: Transfer To The International Airport For Your Final Departure.

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