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Poon Hill Trek

Poon Hill is a short and friendly route known for comfortable village pacing and dramatic sunrise views over the Annapurna and Dhaulagiri ranges. It is ideal for first-time trekkers or anyone wanting a high-reward trek in under a week.

5 Days Easy Max 3,210m Year Round From $550

Day by day

Poon Hill Trek itinerary

Each day is structured for a steady pace, strong acclimatization, and memorable moments on trail.

  1. Day 1

    Drive Pokhara to Nayapul, trek to Tikhedhunga

    1,540 m

    Start with a short approach walk through villages and terraces.

  2. Day 2

    Trek Tikhedhunga to Ghorepani

    2,874 m

    Climb stone stair sections and rhododendron forest to Ghorepani.

  3. Day 3

    Sunrise at Poon Hill, trek to Tadapani

    3,210 m

    Early sunrise panorama then ridge walk to Tadapani.

  4. Day 4

    Trek Tadapani to Ghandruk

    2,012 m

    Descend to one of the region's best-known Gurung villages.

  5. Day 5

    Trek to Nayapul and drive to Pokhara

    822 m

    Final easy walk out and return transfer to Pokhara.