Ghorepani Poon Hill is one of the most popular trekking destinations in Annapurna but now you can go up to Ghorepani by Jeep or by motorcycle. You have a short holiday and don't want to walk hundreds of stairs to climb up to Ghorepani for mountain views. Good news for those people who want to do a short and sweet 2 days Ghorepani Poon Hill Drive Tour from Pokhara. If you are dreaming of panoramic Annapurna, Dhaulagiri, Fishtail, and other mountain ranges, then drive early morning to Ulleri from Pokhara and the same day up to Ghorepani. Poon Hill is the best viewpoint in lower elevation in the Annapurna region and also best for sunrise and sunset. All you need to know about the Ghorepani Poon Hill Drive Trek is that we are updating this new trip information because now we can drive up to Ghorepani (Not Poon Hill but Ghorepani)
Pokhara Ghorepani Poon Hill Jeep Drive Tour
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2 Days Short Ghorepani Poon Hill Drive Trek and Tour From Pokhara
So for this 2 Days Ghorepani PoonHill drive tour now you don't need to think about those stairs. Don't forget, as our guides say, Nepalese flat is always up and down, which is true. After driving up to Ulleri from Pokhara, you also need to walk 3-4 hours to reach Ghorepani and 45 to 1 hour for Poon Hill View Point. Pokhara to Nayapul roads are smooth these days. From Nyapul to Tikhedhunga is offroad but driveable all around the year but from Tikhedhunga to Ulleri during the monsoon it may not be possible.
For Jeep Booking to Poon Hill Ulleri or for a complete booking for this 2 Days Ghorepani Jeep Drive, email or contact Rugged Trails Nepal. We are available 24/7 with calls and emails. We need to arrange Annapurna Conservation Entrance and TIMS card for this tour so one day early would be helpful for us to arrange the complete package. Please don't ask for sharing Jeeps with us; just a private Jeep booking.
Option 1: Ghorepani Poon Hill Drive And Trek
Day 01: Pokhara Drive to Ulleri (Banthanthi) 3 hours drive via Nayapul, Tikhedhunga. and hike up to Ghorepani (4-hour walk). Overnight at Ghorepani.
Day 02: Morning sunrise and mountain view from Poonhill, hike back to Ghorepani, trek down to Ulleri (same way) and drive back to Pokhara.
Option 2 Ghorepani Poon Hill Jeep Drive.
Day 01: Drive from Pokhara to Ghorepani. Stay in Ghorepani village. It's a long drive and takes 7-8 hours.
Day 02: Early morning sunrise view (1 hour walk) and after breakfast drive back to Pokhara (5-6 hour drive).
Option 3: Ghorepani Poon Hill Motorbike Tour.
If you are looking for more adventure and fun, then the Ghorepani motorbike tour is another option. The tour will start from Kathmandu by the motorcycle and the outline itinerary is as follows:.
- Day 1: Ride from Kathmandu to Pokhara. Overnight in Pokhara.
- Day 2: Ride from Pokhara to Ghorepani. Stay in Ghorepani village. It's a long drive and takes 5-6 hours.
- Day 3: Early morning sunrise view (1 hour walk) and after breakfast ride back to Pokhara (4-5 hour drive).
- Day 4: Explore around Pokhara and ride back to Kathmandu.
Note: The Options 2 plan is recently updated and we have arranged a few trips. It's a long drive from Pokhara, but it's worth it for those people who don't want to walk.
Is it possible just to book a Jeep from Pokhara to Ghorepani Poon Hill?
- Yes, it's possible and we will arrange the condition 4w Jeep.
What about a Ghorepani guiding trip for 2 days?
- That sounds like a good plan; guides are not just to show the routes, but they will share cultures, places, lifestyles, food, and many more.
What about the driving hours from Pokhara to Poon Hill Ulleri?
- From Pokhara to Ulleri, approx. 3 hours.
How long does it take to drive to Ghorepani Village from Pokhara?
- It takes 7-8 hours from Pokhara
How to Book the Pokhara Poon Hill Drive Tour?
- Click here to Book the Trip: 2 Days Poon Hill Drive Trek
