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  • Duration2 Days
  • Price from$340/ person
  • Difficulty LevelEasy
  • Max Altitude3,210 M (10,532 ft)

Although it seems impossible, it is now possible to drive to Poonhill and hike there. While it used to take 3 days to climb up to Ghorepani Poonhill, you can now do it in just one day. You enjoy viewing the breathtaking panorama of the Annapurna Mountains, Dhaulagiri, and Mt. Fishtail from Poon Hill. This trip is now known as the Ghorepani Poon Hill Drive and Trek due to the recent road building from Nayapul to Ulleri. Drive up to Ulleri village for now, as this is not a fully completed drive trip. In the future, it could be feasible to drive up to Ghorepani.

Ulleri village is located at 2070 m, and it takes 2 to 3 hours to travel there from Pokhara. Rugged Trails Nepal offers the 2-day Ghorepani Poonhill Jeep Drive trip, which begins in the Pokhara valley. It means that you must first travel to Pokhara. Spend the night at Ghorepani village after walking for four hours from Ulleri. Poonhill is at 3210m, whereas Ghorepani is at 2,874m. Poonhill Drive Trek is one of the most popular departures from Pokhara, with Rugged Trails Nepal. Driving a 4-wheel jeep across the off-road from Pokhara to Ulleri is thrilling. The vistas that you might anticipate on a typical journey won't be missed. The roads have completely ruined the walking route from Nayapul to Ulleri (Banthathi).

Will we be visiting Ghandruk Village on this Poon Hill tour?

No, this Jeep drive tour is just for a 2 days Poon Hill Tour from Pokhara. If you want to add Ghandruk Village, we can make it a tailor-made trip plan. Request for 2 Nights 3 Days Ghorepani-Ghandruk Trekplans: our tour officer will customize and give you the best of it.

Skip the Hike: Drive Directly to Ghorepani Village (Optional)

Exciting news! Forget the Ulleri trek—you can now drive directly from Pokhara to Ghorepani Village via Beni. But before you scoff, consider this: while it skips the walk, the adventure doesn't come without its thrills. Rough, unpaved roads make this scenic route longer than expected, with the Pokhara-Ghorepani journey taking 6–8 hours. However, for those who can't or prefer not to hike, this offers a unique way to reach the magnificent mountain views.

How the Ghorepani Drive Tour Works:

Book your tour, and our guide will meet you in Pokhara with the vehicle. Enjoy a comfortable pickup and drive to Ghorepani via the Beni Baglung Highway. Paved roads lead to Beni, then there is a bumpier but still beautiful stretch. We'll make a lunch stop along the way, and your Ghorepani hotel will be pre-booked.

Relax at your tea house, or let your guide lead you to Poon Hill for a breathtaking sunset. If you prefer to admire the mountains from your hotel, rest assured—you won't miss out! The next morning, the guide will be ready to take you to Poon Hill for the unforgettable sunrise over the Himalayas. Remember, it's just a 45-minute to 1-hour hike from Ghorepani village to Poon Hill. Enjoy breakfast in Ghorepani, then hop back in the vehicle for a comfortable ride back to Pokhara. Want to stay another night in Ghorepani? No problem; just let us know!

Skip the porter burden—this tour covers guide transportation and trek permits, expertly arranged by us. Please note that the price differs from the 2-day Ulleri trek option.

Here's your streamlined itinerary for the Ghorepani Poon Hill Jeep Drive Tour:

  • Day 1: Pickup from your Pokhara location and drive to Ghorepani village via Beni Road. Overnight in Ghorepani.
  • Day 2: Morning Poon Hill hike and drive back to Pokhara.

Important Note: During monsoon season (mid-June to September), road conditions and potential landslides might make this drive tour unsuitable. Upon receiving your request, we'll gladly update you on road conditions and tour feasibility. Rest assured, our experienced drivers are masters of these mountainous journeys!

What makes this tour very interesting

  • Sunrise and sunset views from Poon Hill.
  • Snowy Mountain peaks from Poon Hill.
  • Flora and Fauna, Greenery Mountains.
  • Waterfall, Rhododendron Forest (March).
  • Mountain people's lifestyles and cultures.
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3 Days Ghorepani Poon Hill Trek

The normal 5 days Ghorepani poon hill trek can be done just in 3 days from Pokhara. Rugged Trails Nepal group is leaving on 18th August for 3 days poonhill trekking. This trek starts from Pokhara and ends at Pokhara, join with Rugged Trails Nepal. During ...

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Itinerary

This 2 Days Ghorepani PoonHill Drive trek starts from Pokhara and ends in Pokhara. Check optional itinerary for 3 Days Ghorepani Ghandruk Circuit Trek.

  • Day: 1
    Pokhara drive to Ulleri (2,070m) 6,791 ft 3 hrs drive and Trek to Ghorepani.
    • LODGES
    • 4
    • LUNCH, DINNER
    • (2,874 M) 9,429 ft
    • GHOREPANI
    • 40 Km
  • Day: 2
    Ghorepani - Poon hill (3,210 M) 10,532 ft - Hike back to Ulleri and Drive to Pokhara.
    • NA
    • 5
    • BREAKFAST, LUNCH
    • (827 M ) 2,713 FT
    • POKHARA
    • 42 Km

What's Included

  • Full Board (breakfast, lunch, and Dinner) in Trekking
  • 1 night of accommodation during the trek (local lodge).
  • The government-registered local expert guide,
  • Annapurna Conservation Park fees and TIMS card.
  • Insurance for all staff and porters.
  • Transportation as per itinerary (Jeep)
  • First Aid Kit for Ghorepani Trekking.
  • Ghorepani Poonhill Trekking Map
  • Salary, allowances, expenses, and insurance.

What’s Excluded

  • Lunch and dinner in the city (Pokhara)
  • Personal gear and clothing (available on hire)
  • Tips for guide
  • Table drinks, snacks, personal insurance, and medical evacuation in case of emergency
  • Expenses incurred due to accidents, landslides, strikes, political unrest, etc.
  • Hotel accommodation in Pokhara

Useful Information

How hard is the Ghorepani Poon Hill Trek?

The Poon Hill trek, a moderate hike in the Annapurna region, is an easy multi-day trek that doesn't require any prior mountaineering experience. However, it should be noted that the trek still demands physical effort due to the 3000-meter ascent that is accomplished over 2 days. This trek can also serve as a good acclimatization hike before attempting more challenging treks in the region.

Do I need travel insurance for the Poon Hill Tour?

The Poon Hill Drive Trek is classified as easy, with no risk of altitude sickness. However, it is important to note that this trek is not a typical excursion, and unexpected incidents such as accidents, illness, floods, landslides, and sudden climate changes may occur. Therefore, it is highly recommended that trekkers obtain comprehensive travel insurance for the Ghorepani Poonhill Trek. A copy of the insurance certificate must be provided to Rugged Trails Nepal, and the plan should cover medical and emergency repatriation, as well as the cost of high-altitude helicopter rescue and evacuation.

How long is the Ghorepani Poon Hill Drive Tour?

Ghorepani Poon Hill drive-tour walking distance is 22 Km in total for both ways (From Ulleri to Ghorepani Poon Hill Back to Ulleri.)

Is the Pokhara Ghorepani Drive Tour worth it?

The Poon Hill Drive Trek, a shorter trail, is the perfect starting point for individuals new to hiking. The Poon Hill Trek is one of the most popular and enduring routes in Nepal, known for its lush greenery, beautiful trail, and breathtaking mountain views. It is also a part of the trail to Khopra Danda, Mardi Himal, and the Annapurna Base Camp.

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Reviews

Trip Advisor

  • 3 days ghorepani trek

    - Celia Quinn, United States

    Indra was an amazing guide, he was always there for us. Thanks so much to Rugged Trails Nepal and the whole team for taking care of us! The last night at Hotel Temple Tree Resort was a good idea. Thank you, Nirajan, for arranging such a lovely hotel.

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  • Indra was a wonderful guide

    - Brian Carter, United Kingdom

    Namaste Nirajan. We are now back from the trek, where we had a great time. Indra was a wonderful guide, and we will definitely recommend it to anyone visiting Nepal.

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  • Ghorepani Poon Hill Mardi Himal Trek highly recommended

    - Ji Hyeon (Jane) Yun, Korea, Republic of

    My Name is Jane, I wanna share with you my experience so far with Rugged Trails Nepal. I started off at Ulleri taking the ghorepani trek all the way to moving into second trek called Mardi Himal. I have to say from the very begging of the trek, Nirajan have been super super accommodating giving all the information  for the traveling and I meet my Guide Shrawan who is been super super helpful not just interns of guiding but also he picks up on your personal sort of treat character. He actually help me to tailor the trip as I only supposed to do the Mardi Himal. He thought I will also enjoy the Ghorepani Poon Hill trek which was amazing. All I can say is the view, the scenes every corner you turn you got experience something that, I don’t know you if you have seen before for me I have never seen anything like these before. All I just can say in one sentence is that Money can’t buy these. It is an out of the world experience, it has been such a interesting but also such a rewarding experience for me. If you are considering the annapurna region, Nepal the Ghorepani Poon Hill Mardi Himal Trek or anywhere else ABC or any of the other annapurna treks highly recommended. If you into the lush, the forest, the greens and all that definitely the place to be. I think I have really cleans my lung being here, I am a person that I was Korean but lives in Dubai. If you are anywhere desert or Middle Eastern region definitely something that you come and enjoy and get a life time experience that you can talk about to your families, to your next generation so on. Yeah, if you are into it and or if you are looking into it take a leave.