11 Days Poon Hill Hot Spring Trek

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11 Days Poon Hill Hot Spring Trek

Trip Info

  • Star Hotel/ Tea House
  • Autumn
  • Guided
  • Available
  • 4130m
  • Kathmandu
  • Kathmandu
  • English, Spanish, French, German, Chinese

Overview

Your 10-day Poon Hill Hot Spring Trek offers a wonderful blend of adventure, culture, and leisure. From the vibrant streets of Kathmandu to the beautiful Himalayan views and relaxing hot springs, this walk takes you on a journey that leaves you with memories to last a lifetime.

Trek Main Attractions

  • Trek the most exciting, diverse, yet challenging trek in the Annapurna region
  • Offers comparatively easier, safer, economical (time & money) than Everest Base Camp Trip
  • Average physical fitness trekkers can easily accomplish
  • Indulge with 3600 dazzling close views of Annapurna range – Annapurna – I (8,091m/26,454ft), Mt. Machhapuchre (6,997m/22,956ft), Bharha Chuli (7646m/25,085ft), Gandharva Chuli (6,248m/20827), and more
  • Be with charming local people (mostly Thakalis, Gurungs & Magars), their settlements and culture, fertile farmland, and traditional farming.
  • Enjoy Hot Spring at Jhinu Danda (Hill)
  • Well-experienced licensed guides, strong porters, and support crew members
  • Physically less challenging journey and heavenly natural pleasure – Collect lifetime experiences
  • One of the most satisfying treks among all destinations in Nepal.

Itinerary

Day 01 :
Arrival Day and Trek Briefing in Kathmandu (1,300m/4,265ft.)
BreakfastAt a Luxury Hotel/Guesthouse
Meals:Breakfas

Upon your arrival at Tribhuvan International Airport, a member of our team will warmly welcome you and provide private transportation to your hotel or accommodation. You can either rest or explore around for the rest of the day.
At the end of the day, we’ll have a small meeting with the trek leaders and crews so that you don’t miss any sort of information.
Also our team will review your gears and ensure you have everything if not you can purchase or rent on the following day.

Day 02 :
Fly from Kathmandu to Pokhara.
Accommodation:In Pokhara Hotel
Meals:Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner

Today you will take a short flight from Kathmandu to Pokhara, the city of lakes. Upon the arrival, you’ll be transferred to your hotel and enjoy a peaceful walk by Phewa Lake, or visit Davis Falls. Also, don’t forget to get enough rest as we will begin our trek from the following day.

Day 03 :
Drive to Nayapul (1,070m) & Trek to Ulleri (1,960m).
Accommodation:Teahouse
Activity Duration:5-6 hours hike
Meals:Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

With the beginning of the day three, we will go on a short drive of around one and half hour to Nayapul. And finally, we will begin our trek, stretching our feet; we will start our trek from Nayapul. The route begins with a gentle walk through Birethanti, where we will show our permit and head forward to Syauli Bazaar and Hille. Finally after climbing over 3,000 steps, through steep stone, we will reach Ulleri. We will conclude our day three here and prepare for the next day.

Day 04 :
Trek from Ulleri to Ghorepani (2,860m).
Accommodation: Teahouse
Activity Duration:5–6 hrs trek
Meals:Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

After spending a night in Ulleri, we will once again begin our jourey to Ghorepani. Throughout the way we will pass through dense rhododendron forest and oak forests. On our way to Ghorepani we will also pass Banthanti and Nangethanti, and explore the view of bubbling streams. After a distance we will finally reach Gorepani, where we will stay overnight and enjoy the view of Dhaulagiri and Annapurna Ranges.

Day 05 :
Sunrise Hike to Poon Hill (3,210m) and Trek to Tadapani (2,650m).
Accommodation:Tea House
Activity Duration:6–7 hrs (1 hr hike to Poon Hill, 5–6 hrs trek)
Meals:Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

With the beautiful night stay at Gorepani, we will begin our day five with a hike to Poon Hill, one of Nepal’s most famous viewpoints. Climbing up to Poonhill, we will witness the first golden rays of sunrise illuminate peaks like Annapurna South, Machhapuchhre, Dhaulagiri, and Nilgiri. After soaking in the view and capturing some pictures, we will descend to Ghorepani for breakfast. After having our breakfast we will start our trek to Tadapani. The routes take us along the forested ridge through Deurali Pass. Once we reach Tadapani, we’ll be able to witness the close up views of Machhapuchhre and Annapurna South.

Day 06 :
Trek from Tadapani to Ghandruk (1,940m).
Accommodation:Tea House
Activity Duration:3–4 hrs trek
Meals:Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

The sixth day of our journey begins with a trek to Ghandruk. We’ll go through beautiful rhododendron and oak forests, where we might get a chance to spot Langurs and colorful Himalayan birds. After walking for next few hours we will finally arrive at Ghandruk, one of the largest Gurung settlements in Annapurna region. We will also explore the Gurung museum and some of the breathtaking views of Hiunchuli, Annapurna South, and Macchapuchhre.

Day 07 :
Ghandruk to Jhinu Danda (1,780m).
Accommodation:Tea House
Activity Duration:4–5 hrs trek
Meals:Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

After a night stay in Ghandruk, our day seven starts with a trek through the trail descending to Kyumi. Continuing our walk, we will pass through terraced farmlands and small hamlets. Before reaching Jhinu Danda, we must cross Modi Khola and must complete a short steep climb. Once we reach Jhinu Danda, a 15 miutes walk downhill will lead us toward the natural hot spring. We will spend our night and prepare ourselves for the following day.

Day 08 :
Jhinu Danda to Pokhara.
Accommodation:Hotel in Pokhara
Activity Duration:1 hr trek + 3–4 hrs drive
Meals:Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

The final day of actual trekking is today. Today we will have our breakfast in Jhinu Danda and then we will move a head towards Pokhara. We will trek down to New Bridge or Siwai from where we will be able to access our vehicle. Then we will drive back to Pokhara, enjoying the view of rivers and hills. Once we reach Pokhara you can either rest, as it was exhausting trip or you can walk around the Phewa lake and street markets and enjoy the lifestyle of Pokhara.

Day 09 :
Return to Pokhara and fly back to Kathmandu
Accommodation:Hotel in Kathmandu
Activity Duration:25-minute flight
Meals:Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

We will start our morning with a spectacular sunrise view, as the mountains glow in shades of orange and gold. After the breakfast in Sarangkot, we will once again head back to Pokhara. Once we reach Pokhara we will take a short domestic flight back to Kathmandu.

Day 10 :
An Extra Day

We have included an extra reserve day in our itinerary. We can use this day anywhere during the trek. The reserve day offers us the flexibility to adjust our schedule in case of unexpected delays due to the weather or slower trekking pace or even because of some minor health issues. In case, we completed our trek on time without using the extra day, then we can spend one more day at Kathmandu, enjoying its attraction spots like Pashupatinath, Swayambhunath, Boudhanath, and Kathmandu Durbar Square.

Day 11 :
Departure
MealBreakfast

On this final day, offering you a light breakfast, we transfer to the Tribhuvan International airport via our private transportation. We bid you a happy 'Goodbye' and wish you a safe flight.

Includes/Excludes

Cost Includes

  • All necessary paperwork and trekking permits (National Park permit and TIMS)
  • An experienced English-speaking Govt. registered trekking guide and local porters to carry your luggage
  • Guide and porter salaries, insurance, equipment, transport, food, and lodging
  • City Accommodation (Normal, 3-Star and 5-Star Hotels)
  • Transportation in Cars or Jeeps (During your Trip)
  • All airport transfers
  • Luxury Hotel in Kathmandu for two nights with breakfast
  • Flights Kathmandu–Pokhara–Kathmandu
  • All airport taxes
  • Full meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner in the mountain
  • Accommodation: Lodge
  • A comprehensive First Aid kit
  • Oxi-meter: To check heart rating and oxygen
  • All government and local taxes
  • Trekking equipment: down-filled sleeping bag, walking poles, and duffel bag
  • Souvenir: Trekking Route map printed T-Shirts

Cost Excludes

  • International Flight Fare
  • Food: Lunch & Dinner in the city
  • Travel Insurance
  • Personal Expenses
  • Lunch and dinner in Kathmandu
  • Hot and bottled drinks
  • Electronic device re-charge
  • Wi-Fi
  • Hot shower
  • Travel insurance and medical evacuation
  • Tipping

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11 Days Poon Hill Hot Spring Trek
From $1600
/ Adult