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Combine Kathmandu’s heritage, Pokhara’s lakeside calm and a compact Poon Hill trek on this 10-day itinerary. Expect stone stairways, sunrise over the Annapurna range, guest-house nights, and Gurung village culture.
Combine Kathmandu’s heritage, Pokhara’s lakeside calm and a compact Poon Hill trek on this 10-day itinerary. Expect stone stairways, sunrise over the Annapurna range, guest-house nights, and Gurung village culture.
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Operated by Couch Adventure Nepal (CAN) · Pokhara, Gandaki Province
You wake before dawn on a cold hill in the Annapurna foothills, headlamp cutting a thin arc through rhododendron and fir. Ahead, Poon Hill’s ridge catches the first light, and the Annapurna range—white, hard, patient—pushes itself into the sky like a challenge.
moderate.
10 days.
Good cardiovascular fitness and ability to hike 4–6 hours on uneven terrain daily; comfortable with stair climbs and descents
Yes—timed entry and a TIMS (Trekkers’ Information Management System) permit is required for the Annapurna region; your operator usually secures this.
Expect 3–6 hours of trekking on most days on mixed stone steps and dirt trails; fitness should be moderate with prior day-hiking experience helpful.
Guest houses are basic: shared bathrooms on some nights, hot water when available, simple meals cooked locally—comfort is rustic but clean.
Max elevation near 3,210 m at Poon Hill is moderate altitude; follow slow ascent, hydrate, avoid alcohol, and descend if symptoms worsen.
The Annapurna region is home to Gurung communities with distinct language and practices; the Annapurna Conservation Area established community-based tourism models in the 1980s.
Stick to marked trails, avoid single-use plastics on the trek, and use local guides and teahouses to support community-based conservation.
Couch Adventure Nepal (CAN) operates guided outdoor trips and adventures with an emphasis on safety, stewardship, and memorable experiences.
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