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Watch sunrise ignite Annapurna and Dhaulagiri from Poon Hill on a short, family-friendly trek through rhododendron forests and Gurung villages. This accessible circuit combines sweeping mountain panoramas with teahouse comforts and straightforward logistics.
Watch sunrise ignite Annapurna and Dhaulagiri from Poon Hill on a short, family-friendly trek through rhododendron forests and Gurung villages. This accessible circuit combines sweeping mountain panoramas with teahouse comforts and straightforward logistics.
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Operated by Eve Holidays · Pokhara, Gandaki Province
Before dawn you climb a rib of earth above Ghorepani, headlamp bobbing, cold air sharpening the silhouette of Machhapuchhare (Fishtail) and the serrated crowns of Annapurna and Dhaulagiri. The horizon blooms; the first light fingers across glaciers and ridgelines, turning snow to molten gold. That fifteen-minute summit at Poon Hill (≈3,210 m) is the reason most people make this gentle, family-friendly circuit.
moderate.
3–5 days (trek portion); 8–9 days total with transfers.
Suitable for people with basic cardio fitness and the ability to walk 4–6 hours a day on uneven terrain; beginners can succeed with a conservative pace
It’s considered moderate and suitable for beginners with basic fitness; the walking is usually 3–6 hours per day with some steep stone steps but no technical climbing.
Yes—Annapurna Conservation Area Permit (ACAP) and a TIMS card are required; operators commonly arrange these before departure.
Poon Hill reaches about 3,210 m—mild altitude effects are possible; ascend slowly, hydrate, and report symptoms to your guide; serious AMS is uncommon on this route.
Teahouse lodges along the trail provide simple private rooms and meals; expect basic facilities and bring cash for extras and tips.
The Ghorepani–Poon Hill area is historically inhabited by Gurung communities who practice terrace agriculture and maintain distinct cultural dances and dress.
The trek passes through Annapurna Conservation Area, where visitor fees fund trails and local projects—stick to established trails, pack out trash, and minimize single-use plastics.
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