3 Days Poon Hill Trek 2022

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For the travellers who have a short holiday or weekend plan to visit the Himalayas 3 days Poon Hill trek is the best option. It is a short and family-friendly trek in Nepal. The trek is relatively easy and yet, filled with adventurous thrill. It is suitable for those who are reasonably fit. We begin 3 days Poon hill trek after a two-hour drive through knobby roads to Nayapul from Pokhara. We begin walking to Ulleri via Tikhedhunga village. The very next day from Ulleri, we continue trekking through the rhododendron forests to Ghorepani village, which is the highlight of our trip as we get there by walking through pretty tough uphill and downhill trails, via streams, jungles, and farming lands. Ghorepani is a beautiful and prepossessing village with nice and homely lodges, friendly people and the view of the great range of Annapurna looming about throughout the year.

3 days of hiking to Poon Hill will make you witness a beautiful and spectacular sunrise view from Poon Hill (3,250 m) as well as the brilliant views of the Himalayas including the Annapurna range, Mount Dhaulagiri, Nilgiri, Mount Fishtail and many more white snow-capped mountains. Discover amazing views with every hike especially with an early morning hike to Poon Hill in order to witness the grand views of the spectacular Himalayan range. Along with the sunrise which will surely be the highlight of the trip. Poon Hill is truly one of the best viewpoints in the Annapurna region and also one of the best viewpoints in the world.

Note: Please do not forget a Torch Light for the Poon Hill hike. On the second day, the hike will be early in the morning around 4:30 AM from Ghorepani village to Poon Hill viewpoint to see the grand sunrise and the breathtaking Himalayas. Bookings are open for the years 2022, 2023, and 2024, contact us for special cost, itinerary, and departure dates.

Please be sure to read some candid reviews for Poon Hill 3 days trek onTripAdvisor before you make up your mind about booking this trip with us. The Certificate of Excellence has been awarded to our company for the years 2016 to 2021 consecutively and with the hard-working management team, guides and staff members, the services offered by the company and the rendered aid and help towards clients, Alpine Eco Trek have been recognized as the best trekking company in Nepal operating at the local level. Learn more about us.

Highlights

Walking on pleasant trails through the terrace farming villages and lush rhododendron forests to the fascinating Poon Hill
Enjoy staying in well-facilitated guest houses
Explore the breathtaking views of splendid 8000 m mountains without going too high in a limited time
Watch the grand sunrise and the world's highest mountain peaks including Mt. Dhaulagiri (8167 m), Mt. Annapurna I (8091 m), Mt. Fishtail (6998 m), Mt. Nilgiri, Annapurna South and Hiunchuli from Poon Hill viewpoint.

Outline Itinerary

Day 01:Drive from Pokhara to Nayapul, trek to Ulleri. Overnight at Guesthouse.

Our guide and porters will greet you at your hotel or at the Pokhara airport and drive straight to 3 days Poon Hill trekking starting point called Nayapul, 2 hours drive, from here trekking about 4 to 5 hours to Ulleri village. Overnight at guesthouse with breakfast, lunch, dinner with tea/coffee.

Accommodation:Guest House
Meals:Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner
Place:Ulleri Village
Maximum Altitude:1,920m

Day 02:Trek from Ulleri to Ghorepani village. Overnight at Guesthouse.

After breakfast, start another pleasant day, hiking from Ulleri Village to Ghorepani 2850 m, this is the most beautiful hike of your trip. We will walk through the villages, cool and pleasant jungles crossing the quiet and beautiful streams. Our hike is also about 5 hours. Lunch will be provided somewhere at a beautiful village on the way to Ghorepani. Overnight at Guesthouse in Ghorepani village with Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner and 3 cups of Tea, Coffee.

Accommodation:Guest House
Meals:Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner
Place:Ghorepani Village
Maximum Altitude:2,850m

Day 03:Early Hike to Poon Hill, see sunrise and back to Nayapul and drive to Pokhara.

Hike to Poon Hill, today is the biggest day of your trip. Weak up so early in the morning by 4:30 AM and hike to Poon Hill 3210m, about an hour hike. The grand sunrise and the stunning Himalayan range including Annapurna Himalayas and Dhaulagiri Mountain would be a marvelous memory with a lot of great pictures. After sunrise and enjoying views, come back to Guest House, have a hot breakfast and start the hike back to Nayapul and drive back to Pokhara. 6 to 7 hours walking, 2 hours drive. Reach Pokhara by 5 PM. End service

Accommodation:Guest House
Meals:Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner
Place:Poon Hill and Nayapul
Maximum Altitude:3,250m

Inclusion

Included

Private Van transfer from your hotel in Pokhara to Nayapul and back to Pokhara.
Annapurna conservation fees.
Tims Card (Trekking Information Management System card) Permit.
An English speaking guide with his food, salary, guest house and transportation.
Your food ( breakfast, lunch, dinner and 3 cups of tea/coffee per day) and mountain lodges accommodation ( twin sharing basis) during the trek.
Necessary porters (One porter for two clients basis to carry your bag packs our porter can carry up to 25 kg) with porters salary, food, guest house and transportation.
Accommodation (guest house) during the trekking period.
Arrangement of Emergency Helicopter service which will be paid by your Travel insurance company.
Farewell dinner in Kathmandu host by Ram Kumar.
Our service charges with VAT and Local / Government Taxes.

Excluded

Sightseeing or any extra activities except the above program.
Personal nature expenses.
Bar bill and all kind of drinks.
Rescue & Evacuation.
Gratitude (tip) for staff.

Request a Private Date

The cost for 2 nights 3 days Poon Hill holiday which we have offered for the above-set departure dates is for a minimum of 2 people (group size). 3 days of hiking vacation to Poon Hill is one of the shortest and easiest treks in the Annapurna region. The trek will be organized from Pokhara. Anyone with reasonably fit health can easily join this group trek to Poon hill. To book the trip we will need your passport copy along with USD 100 deposit in our company's bank account. The outstanding balance you can pay once you reach Pokhara in USD or NPR cash.

This is a family-friendly and most beautiful trek in Nepal; the view from Poon Hill is just breathtaking and marvellous. And the trekking leads you all way from Nayapul to Ghorepani through villages, jungles, farming terraces and crossing the several bamboo bridges and waterfalls. This is one of the most popular short treks in the Annapurna Himalayas.

If you have one or two more days we would like to recommend you to choose our 4 days Poon Hill trek or 5 days Poon Hill trek for a comfortable and rush-free adventure.

Quick Inquiry

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Useful Information

Poon Hill tour 3 days: being a tea house trek, each and every stop provides decent guesthouses and mountain lodges. We are organizing 3 days of Poon hill tour as a small group departure or a private trek. Contact us for letting us know how many of you are there in your group to do this trek so that we can send you a quote and other information according to your group size. Special offer is available for the group of travellers above 5 people with easy, cheap, and secure online payment platforms.

Trip Fact

Total Distance of the Trek: about 45KM (about 28 miles, Nayapul Poon Hill Nayapul) round trips.

A 2-hour drive from Pokhara to Nayapul on a private car or van (depending on group size) with our guide and porters, hike from Nayapul to Birethanti check post, continue to Tikhedunga and to Ulleri Village, first night at a guest house in Ulleri village. The next day to Ghorepani village, the second night in this village at a good guesthouse. Day third, early morning hike to Poon Hill, after sunrise back to the guesthouse, and trek back to Pokhara.

Accommodations

3 days Poon Hill trek starting and finishing in Pokhara, the package does not include accommodations in Kathmandu and Pokhara but we at Alpine Eco Trek are always happy to arrange accommodations in these cities for you as per your budget and choice. Let us know if you want us to arrange accommodation in Kathmandu and Pokhara.

Accommodations during the 3 days Poon Hill trek, we arrange the best available lodges/guesthouses on full board (breakfast, lunch, and dinner) in each village. On the first day of our hike, we stay in a beautiful village called Ulleri. This village has a wide range of lodges and guesthouses featuring the fantastic facilities of rooms with comfortable beds, neat and clean bedsheets and warm blankets with attached bathrooms and Internet Wi-Fi. The lodge’s restaurant serves authentic and organic meals (breakfast, lunch, and dinner) from their menu. On the day second, we will hike from Ulleri to Ghorepani village. In Ghorepani village, there are many nice and luxury lodges and guesthouses are available. We arrange one of the best lodges on the full board in this village. On the day third, we will hike from Ghorepani to Poon Hill and then trek down to Nayapul where we conclude the hike with two hours drive to Pokhara.

Meals and Drinks

Food and drinking water during the 3 days Poon Hill trek, our hiking package includes meals (breakfast, lunch, and dinner) and lodge accommodations. Meals during the hike will be mostly the authentic Nepalese dishes like rice, curry, lentil, vegetables, spicy free pickles, curd, plain chapatti and etc. Other cuisines like continental, Tibetan and Indian are also available. These meals will be served as per the menu of the lodge. Besides that, you can buy bars, bread, cookies, and hot chocolates, extra on the trail on your own.

Drinking water during the trek can be easily found everywhere, every next hour you can buy pure and safe drinking water from the local teashops and guesthouses. Also, you can get hot water from the lodge and fill in your bottle every time it gets empty. So, do carry a reusable water bottle with yourself. We at alpine eco trek would request you not to buy mineral water bottles (plastic) on the way as it will help in preserving the nature of this beautiful region. Moreover, you can also carry water purifier tablets or SteriPen with you to purify the water.

Best Seasons

The best seasons for the Poon Hill trek 3 days are autumn (from September to November) and spring (from mid-March to mid-May). During these seasons, the weather will be warm and clear with spectacular views. If you want to avoid the rush time and crowds then winter (December to February) will be an ideal time to go on this trek. Monsoon season (June to Aug) makes everything unclear and slippery.

Packing List

You are suggested to bring your warm clothes and trekking shoes from your home town, however, in Pokhara, there are some gear shops that provide gear on sale and rent. And, since the trek is a short and easy hike, no need to bring special gear. Recommended to bring with you are:

A pair of normal walking shoes (sports shoes also fine),
One warm jacket, a couple of T-shirts,
A pair of trousers, two pairs of socks,
A long-sleeved shirt, sunscreen, bag-pack about 30litures,
Torchlight, Camera, quick-drying towel,
Sun and warm hat, gloves, thermal underwear, sunglass, etc.

Trek Duffel Bag

Our staff will be there to greet you at the Pokhara airport or at your hotel in Pokhara and at the same time, you will be provided with alpine eco trek - duffel bag to put your trekking stuff which will be carried by our porters. 1 porter for 2 clients and a porter can carry up to 20 kilograms.

Trek Tips

Poon Hill 3 days hiking tour is one of the most beautiful treks in Nepal, the trek begins with a pleasant walk through ever-charming villages crossing several suspension bridges and waterfalls enjoying the mesmerizing view of snowy peaks interacting with lovely and welcoming locals. The trek is quite an easy and comfortable walk so that no need for any previous trekking and hiking experience. However, you need to be reasonably fit for this trek, alpine eco trek suggests you spend at least 4 to 5 days a week doing some physical training (like treadmill, jogging, cycling and etc) for about 30 to 50 days prior to the trek departure date.

3 Days Poon Hill Trek Map

FAQs

What are the options to get Pokhara from Kathmandu?

Normally, there are three ways to get Pokhara from Kathmandu

A Tourist Bus Travel:

A Tourist Bus leaving every day from Kathmandu to Pokhara by 7:00 am in the morning from Soorkhutee (2 minutes walk from Thamel) will be the first option. It is a 200km drive from Kathmandu that takes 6 hours to reach Pokhara. The cost of a tourist bus ranges from USD 8 to USD 25. Normal tourist buses with WIFI and insurance coverage facilities with comfortable 2x2 folding seats, 30 people capacity will cost you USD 8 per person and supper deluxe buses with air-conditioning and very comfortable seats with WIFI, buffet lunch and insurance coverage facilities will cost you USD 25 per person. You can choose one of the above buses as per your budget and comfort requirements.

A Private Vehicle:

The second option to getting Pokhara from Kathmandu will be by private vehicles that cost you USD 100 for a car (max 4 people capacity), USD 150 for a Jeep (max 7 people capacity) and USD 200 for a Van/ Toyota Hiace (max capacity of 13 people) with luggage storage space. You can choose the type of vehicle depending on your group size. If you take a private vehicle, it will be a more flexible and enjoyable journey.

By flight:

The third option to get Pokhara from Kathmanduwill be by flight, there are many flights to Pokhara from Kathmandu every day. You may choose to take a flight to get there which is one of the best, fast and convenient ways to get to Pokhara. It takes 25 minutes from Kathmandu and the price for a flight from Kathmandu to Pokhara is USD 110 per person for one way.
Please send us an inquiry and let us know which option you would prefer to get Pokhara, we will be happy to organize the means of transport to get Pokhara as per your choice.

How can I book 3 days Poon Hill trek?

You can fill up an online booking form at our website or send an email or WhatsApp message to confirm the trip. Once you confirm the trip, we need a photocopy of your passport and a 20 percent down payment of the total price for advance flight tickets and hotel booking and permit process.

Can I do 3 days Poon Hill trek?

Hike to Poon Hill in 3 days is a short and easy hike in the Annapurna region. We have organized 3 days of Poon Hill Trek for people of varied age differences. Even though it is a short and easy trek, you are required to be in good shape, and with professional guidance by our crew, anyone with reasonably fit health will be able to enjoy 3 days Poon Hill Trek. Previous trekking or hiking experience is not required for this trek.

Can I see Mount Everest from Poon Hill?

Unfortunately, no. You can not see Mount Everest from Poon Hill Viewpoint. Mount Everest is located in the eastern Himalayan range and Poon Hill is located in the western Himalayan range of Nepal. But Poon Hill Viewpoint offers charming other great Mountain peaks like Mount Dhaulagiri, Mount Annapurna range, Mount Nilgiri and the prettiest Fishtail Mountain.

How much luggage can I take during the 3 days Poon Hill Hike?

As the hike is short and easy, it is not necessary to bring a lot of clothing for this hike and since the lodges provide cosy rooms with warm enough blankets, it is not necessary to bring a sleeping bag too. The weight limit for your hiking pack is 10 kg per trekker, if you are two trekkers there will be one porter from our company and our porter will carry both of your luggage that should be 20kg max. You can carry your daypack on your own, which should be around 5 kg. On your daypack please only carry what are essentials for the hike such as a camera, water bottles, and other valuable belongings. You can leave your unnecessary stuff either at your hotel in Pokhara or at the Alpine Eco Trek store in Pokhara for free and it will be completely safe.

Do I need Insurance for the Poon Hill Trek 3 days?

As the trek is a short and sweet hike, it is not mandatory to have travel insurance for this trek but travelling is an investment and we believe that insurance makes your investment secure. And, It is also a condition of joining any of our treks that be protected against comprehensive expenses potential to incur due to medical issues, loss of your things or accidents (to include helicopter rescue, air ambulance, and treatment costs). Please be noted that we do not arrange or sell insurance.

Also, a relaxed trip is not possible without good travel insurance. In the event of any sickness or injury, the cost of emergency treatment and evacuation is shocking. Therefore, travel insurance is recommended for everyone who signs up for any trips with us. Please kindly provide us with your copy of the insurance policy (e.g. your insurance certificate) or carry it with you while you come on the trip.

Are your guides and porters trained?

3 days Poon Hill trek will be led by our friendly, honest, knowledgeable, and experienced trek leaders. The trekking leaders, guides for 3 days Poon Hill trek are carefully selected on the basis of their experience, knowledge about the region, and leadership skills. Our trekking guides and crew have taken the following training:

First Aid Training
Trekking Guide Training
English Language
Climbing and Mountaineering
Conservation and Biodiversity

Do I tip guides and porters?

If you are happy with the services provided by our guide and porters, a tip though not mandatory is appreciated. And, of course, you are free to tip more or less as you feel, depending on your perception of the quality and the length of your tour. Remember, a tip is not mandatory and should only be given when you receive excellent service.

Can I join with group?

Yes, you can join the group, we guarantee a series of fixed group departures dates for 03 days Poon Hill trek. We can arrange a small group trekking trip to suit your requirements. Please contact us for group departure dates.

Do I need to join with group?

It is not necessary that you need to follow our fixed group departures dates, because a private trip departs every day upon your request which is best suited to couples, families and small groups of friends. We are happy to organize your holiday according to your selecting starting date.

Do you also offer Tailor-made Departures?

Yes, we do offer Tailor-made Departures, if our holiday packages are not perfect or the group departure dates are not convenient as per your travel plan.

Are we dropped back at our hotel after the Hike?

Definitely, we will drop you back at your hotel in Pokhara at the end of the 4 days Poon Hill trek. Please feel free to let us know the name of your hotel in Pokhara.

How much does it cost for a Tourist Visa to Nepal?

Regardless of the provision stated in 1(a) and 1(b), tourists with a passport from the South Asian Association for Regional Cooperation (SAARC) nations are not required to pay the visa fee for 30 days. However, Indian nationals do not require a visa to enter Nepal. You will get an instant visa for Nepal upon your arrival at the Kathmandu International airport (TIA).

USD 30 or equivalent foreign currency for Tourist Visa with Multiple Entry for 15 days.
USD 50 or equivalent foreign currency for Tourist Visa with Multiple Entries for 30 days.
USD 125 or equivalent foreign currency for Tourist Visa with Multiple Entries for 100 days.
Regardless of the provision stated in 1(a) and 1(b), tourists with a passport from the South Asian Association for Regional Cooperation (SAARC) nations are not required to pay the visa fee for 30 days. However, Indian nationals do not require a visa to enter Nepal.

You will get an instant visa for Nepal upon your arrival at the Kathmandu International airport (TIA).

Can I customize this trip?

If the above itinerary could not meet your needs and requirements, we can design a tailor-made itinerary to suit your needs. It is also possible to combine with some other activities such as white water rafting and wildlife safari or Bhutan tours and Mount Kailash tours.

Client Reviews

Zara A23

Malaysia

Wonderful Ghorepani Poon Hill trek - 3 days

Because it was our first trek and we only had 3 days, we booked the Ghorepani Poon Hill Trek on the recommendation of our friends. We had a fantastic trek with our guide Amit. Everything was really well organized. The only thing we regretted is that we had not booked a longer trek, but now we have another reason to go back. It was a relaxed, fun week. Highly recommended. Ram Kumar arranged everything perfectly and we also had a lot of contact with him during the trek.

Eliza C20

United Kingdom

The 3-day Poon Hill trek - unforgettable experience

Dear Kumar, Namaste, thank you so much for organising this wonderful 3 days Poon Hill trek. It was an unforgettable experience and our guide (Amit) was the BEST. We are happy to recommend this trek to our friends.

Grace TY65

Australia

A stunning 3 day Poon Hill trek with Binaya and Durba

We just completed a stunning 3 day Poon Hill trek with Binaya and Durba that was arranged through Alpine Eco Trek. There were lots of agencies out there in Kathmandu but Alpine Eco Trek won our confidence initially with Ram's quick and professional responses to me and his willingness to adjust our plans to match our needs and expectations. All my communications with Ram was very detailed and professional. The final result was a truly memorable trek at a very affordable cost that exceeded all of our expectations. We would absolutely recommend Ram and his company Alpine Eco Trek.

Yu -hsuan

Taiwan

Ram is a great help for Poon Hill trek 3 days

Although our group only booked a three-day Poon Hill trek with Ram, I am very grateful to him for helping us a lot during our stay in Nepal. The Poon Hill trek was excellent, we had a very professional and friendly guide Durba, and very strong porter Rajan. Food and accommodation during the trek were outstanding. We enjoyed chat with Durba, from which we also understood the local customs and cultures. We recommend Ram and his team to our friends and families and will come back soon for another trek off course with Ram.

Kuross E13

Norway

The three day Poon Hill Trek with Alpine Eco

We recently had a fantastic trek with Ramesh from Alpine Eco in the Annapurna region of Nepal. He was a very considerate guide and our whole experience with Alpine Eco was excellent from the start to end. We strongly recommend this trek to everyone with limited time, good for a weekend holiday.

Javier s4

Spain

We did the Poon Hill trekking with Ram Kumar

We highly recommend Alpine Eco Trek for those who want to do trekking with a guide through this company. Ram Kumar is the owner of the company and at the same time the guide for big groups, he said. As per his conversations with us, it looks like he has many good guides in his company. We were a group of 14 from Spain and lucky to have him as our guide. We were doing the Poon Hill trekking with him and he is a very professional and attentive guide with all your doubts. Know all the trails and all the people who live on the road perfectly. He is also a super cheerful person, very nice. And, the porters were also excellent, carried our packs, always smiling and eager to help and make some fun. If one day we go back to Nepal to do trekking, of course, I will go with him. He also operates Tibet and Kailash, we did Kailash overland 10 days tour after Poon Hill trekking. Thanks, Ram and the entire team at Alpine Eco Trek.

Saravanan Onehill

Singapore

3 days 2 nights Poon Hill Trek

We, a group of 7 fellows from Singapore arrived in Kathmandu on the 1st Dec and even though it was already 11 pm, Ram picked us up from the airport and drove us to our hotel in Thamel. He was very welcoming, assuring and had organized everything for us. On the 2rd in the evening, we met with Ramesh who was our guide, we asked a lot of questions about the hiking gears, food, accommodations and trekking trails he answered very penitently and professionally, we were already very happy to have him as our guide for the next days. On 3rd we started our journey to Pokhara and continued on with the 3 days Poon Hill trek. Ramesh and Dhurba were very friendly, flexible and accommodating to our needs. Ramesh was also very informative about the region, mountains and people and their mountain culture. We really enjoyed our trip to Nepal and especially the trek because of wonderful people like Ram, Ramesh, and Dhurba who took very good care of us. Will 10 out of 10 recommend them and will look for them for the future treks. Thank you, team.

Jane D

United Kingdom

Family friendly Poon Hill trek

Alpine Eco Trek met our expectations and more on a one and a half week trip to Nepal. I can particularly recommend them to travelers with children, we took our 11 year old son with us and guide Ram and porter Dhansing made his time fun and memorable. On our trek, they happily played football, cricket, running races, volleyball and a tabletop me I do not know the name of Ram made sure everything ran smoothly, taking care of us, nothing was too much trouble. The trip was great value compared to UK based tours, Chitwan National Park very good, Kathmandu colorful and interesting, our 3 day trek to Poon Hill was fabulous, but particularly for our son getting to know Ram and Dhansing will be what we remember most. The tour was private so we were not in a large trekking group. We booked from the UK, emails were answered quickly and the tour exceeded our expectations. If we ever go back we would be sure to go with Alpine Eco Trek, maybe Annapurna base camp next time.