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- Duration
- 10 Days
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- Transportation
- Private Vehicle & Tourist Bus
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- Trip Grade
- Easy
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- Max-Altitude
- 3193m / 10476ft (Poon Hill)
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- Accomodation
- Teahouse & Hotel
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- Meals
- B|L|D on Trek, |B| in Kathmandu
A short, delightful trip into the Annapurna region with slight challenges but plenty of picturesque views at culturally rich villages and the Himalayan panorama at Poon Hill.
Annapurna Panorama Trek, also popular as Ghorepani Poon Hill trek is a short but interesting walk through lush green forests, cascading waterfalls, suspension bridges over big and small rivers, terraced farms and beautiful villages. The hospitality and cultural experience in the villages enrich the trekking experience while the view of the Annapurna range makes the perfect backdrop for almost every village that we overnight. The scenic views of Annapurna South, Hiunchuli and especially the ever-changing Fishtail from different angles can easily be seen along the trek. A relatively relaxed walk, it can be done all through the year with average walking of 4 to 6 hours a day. This is an easy trek option in the foothills of the Annapurna. The highest point is only 3,200m, therefore it involves minimal risk of Altitude Sickness, also making it an ideal family adventure. This trek is a perfect fit for beginners to novice trekkers and those who love to trek with their family members. The viewpoint of Poon Hill is a major highlight of the trek.
While the firsthand familiarity with the tradition, culture, food, and lifestyle can be refreshing, the trek also embraces the diversity in wildlife and plants that the Annapurna region is popular for. Keep an eye out, especially for rare bird sightings.
Annapurna Panorama Trek Trip Highlights
- A soft trekking adventure in the Himalayas offering you an opportunity to walk through the dense subtropical forest of Rhododendron and Sal
- Witness the flora and fauna of the Annapurna Conservation Area
- Sunrise view over the Annapurna range which includes: Annapurna South (7,219m), Annapurna I (8,091m), Hiunchuli (6,441m), and Dhaulagiri range which includes: Dhaulagiri I (8,167m), Nilgiri, Tukuche from Poon Hill
- Cultural experience at hilly villages like Ghandruk and Ghorepani (home of the Gurungs) with impressive terraced farms, typical mud houses connected by stone-paved alleys
- Stunning views of Annapurna South (7,219m/23684ft), Annapurna I (8,091m/26,505ft), Dhaulagiri (8167m/26,795ft) and Machhapuchchhre (Fishtail) (6993m/22943ft) throughout the trail
01Arrival Day in Kathmandu
02Sightseeing tour of Kathmandu Valley and Trek preparation day
03Drive to Pokhara
04Drive to Ulleri and trek to Banthanti
05Trek to Ghorepani
06Early morning hike to Poon Hill, trek to Tadapani
07Trek to Ghandruk
08Drive to Pokhara
09Drive to Kathmandu
10Final Departure from Kathmandu
- Airport pick-up and drop
- 3 nights accommodation at Apsara Boutique Hotel, Kathmandu or Similar (Breakfast Included)
- 2 nights accommodation in Hotel Batika, Pokhara or Similar (Breakfast Included)
- Kathmandu – Pokhara – Kathmandu transfer on a Deluxe Tourist Bus
- Pokhara – Ulleri Drop (Day 4) and Ghandruk – Pokhara Pickup (Day 8) on a private vehicle
- 6 nights accommodation in Local Tea Houses during the trek (Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner Included)
- Accompany of Licensed, English-speaking, well-experienced trekking guide with salary, insurance, and personal expenses covered
- One porter for every two clients (13 Kg luggage per person) – salary, insurance, and personal expenses covered
- A cup of tea/coffee (three times a day) and seasonal fruits after dinner on the trek
- Attached bathrooms and hot showers wherever available
- Trekking permit and Annapurna Conservation Area Permit for the trek
- First-Aid box with medicines (Carried and handled by the guide)
- All applicable government charges
- Farewell dinner at a fine restaurant in Kathmandu
- Certificate of Adventure after the completion of the trek
- Chlorine solution/tablets for water purification on the trek
- Complimentary Duffel bag, Access T-shirt, and Map of Trekking area as souvenirs
- Free service of borrowing Down Jacket and Sleeping bags, (rated up to – 20 degrees Celsius)
- Arrangements for Emergency Helicopter evacuation services (paid by your Travel insurance company)
- Nepal Visa and International airfare
Travel Insurance (Compulsory) – must cover helicopter evacuation, medical expenses, and Trip Cancellation charges - Meals in Kathmandu except for breakfast and farewell dinner
- Personal equipment and other personal expenses such as beverages, confectionaries, laundries, etc.
- Monument Entrance fees during the sightseeing tour
- Extra meals, extra porterage service, Wi-Fi, charging of your electronic devices, etc.
- Tips to your guide, porters, driver and other field staff as a token of appreciation
- Any other expenses or charges not mentioned in the ‘Trip Includes’ list
Our groups are small with maximum 14 people. We create groups of independent travelers, friends and families which maintains close interpersonal connection, engage more and get into depth of the journey. Choose a date from the calendar to reserve your spot.
- Schedule Your Own Dates
- Group Discounts
- Guaranteed Departures
- Easy Cancellation
- 60% Repeated Customers
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