Can I do 5 days Poon Hill hiking tour trek?
5 days Poon Hill hiking tour is a short and easy hike in the Annapurna region. We have organized this 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 5 days Poon Hill Trek. Previous trekking or hiking experience is not required for this trek.
Do I need Insurance for the 5 days short Poon Hill hike?
Since the trek is a short and sweet hike, it is not mandatory to have travel insurance for this trek but traveling 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.
What kind of accommodation do I get during the 5 days Poon Hill tour?
Since, the trek starts and ends in Pokhara, this package does not include accommodations in Kathmandu and Pokhara but we are always happy to arrange accommodations 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 5 days trek, we will provide the best available lodge on full board (breakfast, lunch, and dinner) in each village. On the first day of our hike, we will stay in a beautiful village called Ulleri. This village has a wide range of lodges and guesthouses with great facilities including cozy rooms with attached bathrooms, Internet Wi-Fi, and comfortable beds with neat and clean bedsheets and warm blankets. The lodge’s restaurant serves authentic and delicious meals (breakfast, lunch, and dinner). On 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 will provide one of the best lodges on the full board in this village. On day third, we will hike from Ghorepani to Poon Hill and then continue to Ghandruk village via Tadapani village, Ghandruk provides pretty nice lodges/guesthouses, we will provide a cozy room, attached bathroom and enough blankets for your comfortable sleep. On day fourth, we hike from Ghandruk to Pothana, accommodation in Pothana will be quite basic, we will provide one of the best lodges in this village with a full board. On day fifth, we will hike from Pothana to Dhampus Phedi and conclude the hike with an hour’s drive to Pokhara. End Services.
Are meals and drinking water provided?
During the Poon Hill trek, 5 days package includes meals (breakfast, lunch, and dinner) and lodge accommodations. Meals during the hike will be mostly 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.
Regarding the drinking water, during the trek drinking water 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 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.
When is the best season for the 5 days Poon Hill trekking holidays?
The best seasons for the 5 days Poon Hill Trek 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.
How much luggage can I take during the Trek?
Since the trek is short and easy, it is not necessary to bring a lot of things for this trek and since the lodges during the trek provide cozy 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 which 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.
What gear do I need to buy for the Poon Hill hiking vacation?
Poon Hill trek 5 days is a short and easy trek in the Annapurna region, also the nearest destination from the lake city of Pokhara so you do not need to bring any special gear from home for this trek. You can buy or rent most of the hiking gear in Pokhara at a reasonable price. We at Alpine Eco Trek recommend you to arrange a pair of walking shoes (sports will be fine), trousers, socks, one warm jacket, t-shirts and a long-sleeved shirt, Sunscreen, small backpack, torch (flashlight), Camera, memory card and battery charger( spare batteries) and one quick-drying towel.
Do I need extra money on the trek?
For the meals, drinks and shopping in Pokhara and snacks, hot and cold drinks and tipping your guide and porter during the trek it would be wise to bring some extra money (in local currency) which you can exchange in Pokhara.
Are your Guides and Porters licensed?
This trek will be led by our friendly, honest, knowledgeable and experienced trek leaders. The trekking leaders, and guides for this 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
Alpine Eco Trek offers the 5 days of hiking holiday to Poon Hill in a unique way. We take our guests like family members, and for us, this is not only a business but, also a way to connect and know people from different parts of the world. Our exclusively designed 5 days Poon Hill Trek itinerary gives you all of the 5 days Poon Hill Trek experience. We guarantee you that, with our local team, you will complete this trek without having any issues, and get back to your home with a sweet memory.
What is the price for the 5-day Annapurna Poon Hill trek?
The price for this trip varies depending on group size, for the up-to-date and competitive pricing for this trek, please contact us, we have an attractive discount for a small group of families traveling with senior citizens and kids.
Do I have a pre-departure meeting?
Yes, at first, one of our staffs will brief regarding about the trip. The briefing will cover the itinerary and introduce your trek Leader.
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 Tibet tours.
How can I book 5 days Poon hill trek?
Once you confirmed 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.
