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Watch Annapurna erupt with light from Poon Hill, wander rhododendron forests and end the loop with a natural hot-spring soak. This 4–5 day circuit from Pokhara combines Gurung culture, manageable daily distances and close-up Himalayan panoramas.
Watch Annapurna erupt with light from Poon Hill, wander rhododendron forests and end the loop with a natural hot-spring soak. This 4–5 day circuit from Pokhara combines Gurung culture, manageable daily distances and close-up Himalayan panoramas.
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Operated by Nepal Mountain Club Pvt Ltd · Pokhara, Gandaki Province
Pre-dawn cold bites the ridge as you climb the stone steps toward Poon Hill; headlamps pick out rhododendron trunks and the silhouette of Annapurna rising like a serrated wall. By sunrise the valley fills with light and the layered peaks—Annapurna South, Hiunchuli and Machapuchare—push through a low cloud sea, demanding a quiet, wide-eyed pause.
moderate.
4–5 days.
Suitable for hikers in reasonable shape who can walk 3–6 hours a day on uneven stone steps and packed trails; basic endurance training recommended.
Yes—this operator includes Annapurna Conservation Area Project (ACAP) and TIMS permits; bring passport copies for registration.
Daily walking ranges from 3–6 hours over steep stone steps and undulating trails; pace yourself and expect short breaks at tea houses.
Simple tea-house guest rooms with shared bathrooms and basic hot meals; standards vary between Ulleri, Ghorepani, Tadapani and Jhinu.
October–November and March–April offer the clearest skies and stable conditions; spring brings rhododendron blooms for extra color.
The trails link Gurung settlements that have historically served as trade and mule routes to the high Himalaya; Gurung culture and hospitality shape village life along the circuit.
The trek sits inside the Annapurna Conservation Area: permits fund local protection, and visitors should minimize waste, avoid single-use plastics and respect village water sources.
Nepal Mountain Club Pvt Ltd operates guided outdoor trips and adventures with an emphasis on safety, stewardship, and memorable experiences.
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