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Short on time but craving Himalayan views? The Ghorepani–Ghandruk trek packs sunrise on Poon Hill, Gurung culture and sweeping Annapurna panoramas into a compact, 4–5 day loop from Pokhara.
Short on time but craving Himalayan views? The Ghorepani–Ghandruk trek packs sunrise on Poon Hill, Gurung culture and sweeping Annapurna panoramas into a compact, 4–5 day loop from Pokhara.
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Operated by Himalayan Smile Treks and Adventure Pvt. Ltd · Pokhara, Gandaki Province
Dawn arrives cold and precise on Poon Hill. Trekkers move in a slow, steady line up stone steps and rhododendron-swathed trails; the first light slices across Annapurna South and the jagged teeth of Fishtail, turning snow into silver. The Ghorepani–Ghandruk route threads traditional Magar and Gurung villages, terraced fields and bamboo forests, offering changing microclimates and constant mountain views.
moderate.
4–5 days.
Suitable for hikers with regular cardio fitness; you should be comfortable walking 4–6 hours a day on uneven steps and trails.
Yes. You must carry an ACAP permit and a TIMS card; guides or agencies typically arrange these before departure.
Poon Hill is about 3,210 m; altitude sickness is possible but less common on this route—monitor symptoms and ascend slowly.
This is a teahouse trek: lodges provide meals and simple rooms; sleeping bags are commonly rented if you don't bring one.
Autumn (Sept–Nov) and spring (Mar–May) offer the clearest mountain views and pleasant trekking conditions.
The trail follows historic trade and transhumance routes used by Gurung and Magar communities and later by British-era porters and guides.
The trek lies inside the Annapurna Conservation Area (ACAP); stick to trails, dispose of waste at villages and support local lodges to keep tourism sustainable.
Himalayan Smile Treks and Adventure Pvt. Ltd operates guided outdoor trips and adventures with an emphasis on safety, stewardship, and memorable experiences.
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