After driving 30 minutes from Pokhara, you will reach to the trek starting point is Birethanti. As you proceed slowly along the trek upward, the varied characteristics of the nature and those of the cultures and customs of different ethnic groups are noticed. On the day you arrive at an altitude of 2800m. You will have a pleasant feeling for being quite near to nature. The day after as you get to a place called Poonhill after walking up a distance of around an hour, you can not only enjoy a superb panorama of both Annapurna and Dhaulagiri but also very splendid and magnificent view of sunrise. Poonhill is one of the most interesting features of this trekking tour.

The downward return trek becoming different from that of upwards, foes through one of the big forests of rhododendron of the world. If it is the month of may the complete forest becomes a mixture of white and red blossoms of rhododendron

 

 

Note: - B= Breakfast, L= Lunch, D= dinner

Day 01: Arrival in Kathamdu
Transfer to the hotel, evening briefing about the poon hill trekking tours.

Day 02: Drive/fly from Kathmamdu to Pokhara
After morning breakfast drive/fly to Pokhara , half day sightseeing in Pokhara (Phewa Lake, Davis Falls, Mahendra Cave, Gupteshwori Temple).

Day 03: Drive from Pokhara to Nayapool and hike to Tikhedunga (1,500m.)
From Pokhara to Nayapool, it takes about 1 ½ hour by driving, the road is reasonably good. Then Hike from Nayapool to Tikhedunga and overnight at camp

Day 04: Trek from Tikhedunga to Ghorepani (2,850m.)
This day we trek to Ghorepani. Experiencing the majestic views, rhododendron forest, beautiful villages, flora and funna, it takes six hours to trek from tikhedunga to ghorepani.

Day 05: Trek from Ghorepani to Tadapani (2,400m.)
This morning, we will get up early in the morning, and go for hiking to Poon Hill. From here you will see superb view of sunrise and panoramic view of Himalayas, back to hotel then trek to Tadapani (2400m)

Day 06: Trek from Tadapani to Ghandrung village (1,940m.)
Trail leads to Ghandrug from Tadapani all the way of descends and flat through the oak and Rhododendron Forest. Trekking time takes about three hours.

Day 07: Trek from Ghandrung village to Nayapul (1050m.)
Ghandruk Village trek to Nayapool , the route almost descending and flat through the bank of Modi River and passes several villages such as Kimle, Shyauli Bazzar, and Birethani and comes Nayapul. It takes about 4 hours trekking, evening drive to Pokhara overnight at hotel

Day 08: Drive/fly from Pokhara to Kathmandu
Drive/Fly back to Kathmandu after half day sightseeing in Pokhara.

Team Membership

For the Ghorepani Poon Hill Trekking we will take minimum 2 trekkers and maximum of 20 trekkers.

Fitness and what to expect

We are travelling in high and remote terrain at moderately high altitudes. Members will best have a moderate level of fitness to enjoy the experience to its fullest. The trails are sometimes steep and a couple of the trek days quite long (about 6 hours). Weather can deteriorate and rain, strong winds and even some snow are possible. However we are travelling at a mild time of the year to best appreciate the surroundings.

Hotel

There are every category of accommodation facilities that range from the international standard star hotels to budget hotels and lodges; therefore the hotel reservation is not a difficult task. You can make reservation as per you budget. 'Himalayan Idol ' is ready to make any arrangement for you as per your wish, desire and budget.

Food

Food will be of the highest standard possible, given the remoteness of the situation. Please inform us if you have any special dietary requirements.

In the Ghorepani Poon Hill Trekking we will be dining in the Lodge.

Equipment List

Please read the list enclosed detailing all necessary clothing and equipment to be individually provided by trek members. If you have any queries about items on the list please do ask.

Clothing and Equipment Check List

Body Wear

1. Thermal underwear (long)
2. Polarfleece jacket and pants
3. Mid layer polar fleece top
4. Down jacket (to –10°C)
5. Gortex rain parka and overpants
6. T shirt and shorts
7. Underwear
8. Casual wear for evenings
9. Comfortable riding pants and jacket

Head Wear

1. Fleece/wool warm hat
2. Baseball hat or sun hat
3. Snow glasses
4. Riding helmet optional

Hand Wear

1. Fleece gloves
2. Riding gloves

Foot Wear

1. Socks x 3 sets
2. Trekking/riding boots
3. Lightweight running shoes

Trek Gear

1. Small rucksack/daypack
2. Waterbottle
3. Medium sized kit bag/duffel with full length zip and lockable
4. Extendable ski poles (optional)

Camping Gear

1. Down sleeping bag (to -10°C)
2. Headlamp and batteries

Accessories

1. Personal toiletries
2. Personal first aid kit
3. Small kit bag/duffel (to store gear in KTM) Pocket knife / leatherman
4. Personal medication & personal first aid kit
5. Sun cream and lip balm
6. Moist towels for personal hygiene
7. Camera and plenty of film
8. Camping towel

How to join the trek

If you would like to join the Ghorepani Poon Hill Trekking, please fill out an Trekking Application Form and forward to us along with the deposit. If you require more information please contact us:

Price Include :

1. Pick & Drop to Airport / 1night hotel in Kathmandu as per our corresponding.
2. Kathmandu Valley Sightseeing with Tour guide as per itinerary.
3. 3 meals a day (Breakfasts, Lunch and Dinners with tea or coffee) during the trek
4. Accommodation in the mountain lodges or guesthouses in twin sharing bases during the trek.
5. Experienced English speaking Government licenses holder trekking guide & Supporters  (One supporter for Two People, weight must not be more than 25 KGS)
6. Facility of food, accommodation, salary, insurance, equipment and medicine for all trekking staff.
7. Group medical supplies (First Aid medical kit will be available)
8. Trekking permit/ National Park fees/ Conservation fees/  as per government requirement and TIMS Card ( new provision)
9. Necessary all ground transportation by private tourist bus or car.

Price does not include :

1. Any meals in Kathmandu except breakfast, any alcoholic drinks (beer, wine, whisky etc), any cold drinks, juices), mineral waters, laundry bills, bar bills, communication bills, Tips for guide & porters
2. Airfare domestic / international flights.
3. Nepal entry and re-entry visa fee, Visa issuance is easy at the arrival of Kathmandu Airport (TIA).
4. Airport tax required for the Domestic / International flights
5. Personal trekking equipment, medical and travel insurance.
6. Entrance fees for sightseeing/Monument any kind of personal expenses.
7. Helicopter rescue charge incase if we needed.
8. Kathmandu - Pokhara - Kathmandu Flight ticket.
9. Others then not mention above.

Start Date	End Date	Price in USD	Availability
25 - July - 2010	03 - Aug - 2010	US $ 350	Guarantee	Join
10 - Aug - 2010	18 - Aug - 2010	US $ 350	Available	Join
30 - Aug - 2010	08 - Sep - 2010	US $ 350	Available	Join
15 - Sep - 2010	23 - Sep - 2010	US $ 350	Guarantee	Join
25 - Sep - 2010	03 - Oct - 2010	US $ 350	Available	Join
05 - Oct - 2010	13 - Oct - 2010	US $ 350	Guarantee	Join
28 - Oct - 2010	06 - Nov - 2010	US $ 320	Available	Join
10 - Nov - 2010	18 - Nov - 2010	US $ 320	Guarantee	Join
25 - Nov - 2010	03 - Dec - 2010	US $ 320	Guarantee	Join
15 - Dec - 2010	23 - Dec - 2010	US $ 320	Available	Join

It's a very nice and unique travel for me and my friends in Nepal. We were extremly excited about the venture of rafting, jungle elephant safari, canone riding, and the trekking. So closed to the beautiful nature, the original forest, great snow mountains and the wild animals.and all those were protected at really original situation.
I personally thanks to Mr. Pramod who arrange our tour& trekking while we are in Nepal & enjoyed very much. Everyday we pass through different styles of mountain view,nurish our eyes, workout our willpower, enjoy the success of self-challenge. We were impressed by the beauty and clean of the small mountain villages, as well as the nice and friendly people.
In Kathermandu, we felt the rich history and triditional culture of the country. My friends enjoyed the shopping very much.
It's also great that the itinerary was flexible for everyone that some of my friends just stayed in Pokhara enjoy the leisur time while some of us took the trekking for few days.
Yours
Joyce, Stephen & Group
2009/September
Australia