A classic Annapurna trek that pairs the Poon Hill sunrise with a soak in Jhinu Danda’s natural hot springs. Over ten days you’ll move through rhododendron forests, Gurung villages and mountain viewpoints with tea-house nights and manageable daily mileage.
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Dawn pulls a pale wash of light over serrated white summits as you stand at Poon Hill, breath fogging, a line of hikers hushed by the sunrise. The ridge opens a broad view of Annapurna South and Machhapuchhre—sharp, close and uncompromising—while the trail below threads rhododendron forests and terraced villages that still follow generations-old patterns of life.
Difficulty
moderate
Duration
10 days
Fitness Level
Comfortable walking 4–6 hours per day, stair-climbing ability and basic endurance for repeated ascents/descents
Wildlife
History
The Ghorepani–Poon Hill trail has long been a trade and shepherding route used by Gurung and Magar communities; tea-houses expanded after trekking routes gained popularity in the late 20th century.
Conservation
The Annapurna Conservation Area uses entry fees to support local infrastructure and limit impacts; stick to trails, avoid single-use plastics, and use lodge toilets where provided.
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Start Poon Hill before sunrise
Leave around 4:30–5:00 AM from Ghorepani to reach the viewpoint in time for sunrise and clearer visibility.
Carry a water treatment
Fill at lodges but treat water (filter, tablets, or UV) — safe refills are intermittent on the route.
Use good ankle-support boots
Stone steps and uneven trails demand sturdy boots rather than trail runners to avoid twists on descents.
Conserve hot-spring etiquette
The Jhinu hot spring is small and local—swimwear, short stays, and modesty maintain respect and minimize impact.
Sturdy hiking boots
Support and grip on stone steps, muddy sections and steep descents.
Layered clothing system
Warm mornings and mild afternoons require insulating and waterproof layers.
Water treatment (filter/tablets/UV)
Ensures safe drinking water between lodges and refill points.
Trekking poles
Reduce impact on knees during long descents and help balance on uneven steps.