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Watch the Annapurna range ignite from Poon Hill, then continue through rhododendron forests to Mardi Himal’s high camps. This combined trek pairs short, steep days with teahouse nights and big mountain panoramas.
Watch the Annapurna range ignite from Poon Hill, then continue through rhododendron forests to Mardi Himal’s high camps. This combined trek pairs short, steep days with teahouse nights and big mountain panoramas.
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Operated by Nepal Adventure Team · Pokhara, Gandaki Province
Dawn arrives cold and bright on Poon Hill: the sky hardens from indigo to pale gold, and the jagged teeth of Annapurna and Dhaulagiri light up first. Trekkers stand on stone steps and low rhododendron ridgelines, breath visible, as the mountain arc pushes color across the horizon and the valley below seems to wake.
moderate.
12–14 days.
Moderate aerobic fitness with experience on multi-day hikes; should be comfortable walking 4–7 hours daily on uneven ground.
Yes—ACAP (Annapurna Conservation Area Project) permit and a TIMS card are required; guides commonly arrange these at Pokhara or trail entry points.
Expect highest camps or viewpoints between about 3,200 m (Poon Hill) and 3,500–4,500 m toward Mardi Himal, depending on how far you push to high camps or base areas.
Yes—basic teahouse lodges provide rooms, meals and often hot showers for a fee; bring cash and modest expectations for comfort.
Spring (March–May) and autumn (September–November) offer the best balance of clear views, stable weather and active teahouse services.
Local Gurung communities have farmed these slopes for centuries; the area grew into a trekking destination after Annapurna Conservation efforts in the 1980s formalized trails and teahouses.
Trails lie inside the Annapurna Conservation Area—follow permit rules, avoid single-use plastics, and stick to marked paths to protect alpine vegetation and water sources.
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