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Poon Hill Trek: The 15 Best Short Treks from Pokhara

34 treks  ·  from $104 a head

Ghorepani, a dawn climb to 3,210 metres and the Annapurna and Dhaulagiri ranges lit pink. These 15 take three to five days, priced with permits and lodges.

Poon hill Trek 3 days - Villages, rhododendrons, and the human side of the trek
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Poon hill Trek 3 days

1.Poon hill Trek 3 days

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 176 reviews · from $230Our pick

You’ll spend three days trekking from Pokhara toward Poon Hill, rising early for sunrise over Dhaulagiri, Annapurna, Nilgiri, Mardi Himal, and Manaslu. A local guide handles meals, permits, lodging, and pacing, while a porter supports every two people. The group is limited to 12, with pickup and trekking gear provided.

“The hike itself was stunning, with the summit being beautiful at sunrise. The guide and porter have been looking after us kindly, asked if I was okay and were amazingly helpful especially I went at a set pace and stopped for a few breaks. I recommend this hike if you are after a short duration hike as it was great and challenging experience to do.”

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Pokhara: 4-Day Ghorepani, Poonhill & Ghandruk Mountain Trek - From Pokhara to Ulleri: the first climb
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Pokhara: 4-Day Ghorepani, Poonhill & Ghandruk Mountain Trek

2.Pokhara: 4-Day Ghorepani, Poonhill & Ghandruk Mountain Trek

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 132 reviews · 4 days · from $181

This private 4-day trek takes you from Pokhara to Ulleri, Ghorepani, Poon Hill, and Ghandruk, with a guide, permits, tea-house stays, transport, and optional meals included. Expect rhododendron forests, Gurung villages, simple lodges, and a very early climb to Poon Hill. Guides include Jeet, Santosh, Tanka, Chandra, and others.

“We did the Ghorepani, Poonhill trek at a height of 3210m, for 3 nights and 4 days. Jeet Bhadur Nepali was our guide for the trek, and I would highly recommend him to future travellers. Accomodation and food were also very good value. We found the treks challenged us in the best way, but ultimately they were not very difficult, and thus are perfect for newer hikers who are still looking for a challenge. We thoroughly enjoyed our experience, and will definitely recommend it to friends and family in the future.”

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Ghorepani - Poon Hill Trek 3N-4D - Day 2: Climbing to Ghorepani through forest
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Ghorepani – Poon Hill Trek 3N-4D

3.Ghorepani – Poon Hill Trek 3N-4D

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 125 reviews · from $321

Walk from Nayapul through Tikhedhunga, Ulleri, Ghorepani, and Tadapani to Poon Hill at 3,210 meters. This private 4-day trek includes Pokhara transfers, teahouse rooms, meals, permits, and an English-speaking guide. Guides such as Anil, Milan, and Diwan have led past departures, with the pace adjusted for each group.

“I did this trek as a solo traveler with a guide. Diwan was friendly and patient when I needed to take it slow up the many, many, many steps. The first day started on a dusty road in the sun that wasn't very scenic and ended with 3,500+ steps Read more”

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4 Days Poon Hill Trek - Who should book this Poon Hill trek
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4 Days Poon Hill Trek

4.4 Days Poon Hill Trek

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 94 reviews · from $405

You’ll trek through terraced farms, old forest, and mountain villages to Poon Hill at 3,210 meters. The private route can be adjusted to your pace and may include Ghorepani, Tadapani, and Ghandruk. Guides such as Binod and Bikram are praised for clear communication, local insight, and thoughtful support.

“I recently did the classic Ghorepani–Poon Hill–Tadapani–Ghandruk trek over 3-4 days, and it was one of the most rewarding short treks I’ve ever experienced in Nepal. A big reason it went so smoothly was our tour guide, Mr. Binod—prRead more”

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Ghorepani(Poonhill Trek) - Day 2: Ghorepani and the first mountain views
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Ghorepani(Poonhill Trek)

5.Ghorepani(Poonhill Trek)

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 81 reviews · from $600

Trek the Annapurna region on a private five-day route to Ghorepani, Poon Hill, Ghandruk, and Pokhara. A guide and porter handle the practical work, while included lodging, meals, permits, and transport keep planning simple. Ask if Prabin and Sabin are available, as their friendly, flexible support earned special praise.

“This trek fit our limited timeframe perfectly. Our guide Prabin and porter Sabin were excellent - very friendly and helpful. They were very flexible and able to accomodate changes in the itinerary during the trek without any issues. Our morning flight to Pokhara from KathmanRead more”

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4-day Poon Hill Trek - Walking with a guide and shared porter support
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4-day Poon Hill Trek

6.4-day Poon Hill Trek

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 74 reviews · from $400

Set out from Pokhara on a four-day guided trek through the Annapurna conservation area. You’ll stay in simple teahouses, eat standard meals, carry only a daypack while porters handle shared loads, and rise early for sunrise from Poon Hill. Guide Purna is one named guide associated with this experience.

“Our guide Purna was incredible!! He made the trek so much more than we could have imagined! The trek was amazing with the most spectacular views! Can’t recommend enough😊”

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From Pokhara: 3-Day Ghorepani Poon Hill Trek with Guide - Day one: Pokhara to Nayapul, Tikhedhunga, and Ulleri
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From Pokhara: 3-Day Ghorepani Poon Hill Trek with Guide

7.From Pokhara: 3-Day Ghorepani Poon Hill Trek with Guide

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 68 reviews · from $162

Trek from Pokhara through Ulleri and Ghorepani to Poon Hill, rising early for Himalayan sunrise views. A private English-guided trip with transport, permits, standard lodging, trekking poles, and luggage storage. Guides may include Bidur, Paras, Dipak, or Santosh. Standard bookings exclude meals and porters.

“Thank you Paras for being my guide at this tour! Even if it were cloudy I had a special experience.”

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Pokhara: 3-Day Ghorephani and Poon Hill Private Trek - Day 1: Pokhara to Nayapul, Tikhedhunga, and Ulleri
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Pokhara: 3-Day Ghorephani and Poon Hill Private Trek

8.Pokhara: 3-Day Ghorephani and Poon Hill Private Trek

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 58 reviews · 3 days · from $126

This private 3-day trek takes you from Pokhara to Ulleri, Ghorepani, and Poon Hill at 3,210 meters. Expect steep stone steps, rhododendron forests, simple guesthouses, local meals, and a sunrise over Annapurna and Dhaulagiri. Guides such as Santosh, Laxman, Jeet, and Chandra are available, with the pace adjusted to your group.

“The trekking was absolutely fantastic, with breathtaking landscapes, unspoiled nature, and fresh mountain air. We stayed in small, family-run guesthouses—simple yet clean and welcoming—and the food was excellent. What truly made this experience exceptional, though, was my guide, Sun Bahudur Nepali. He is extremely experienced and professional, always attentive, kind, and incredibly supportive. Beyond his skills, his warmth, availability, and great sense of humor made every day enjoyable and safe. Thanks to him, this trek became an unforgettable journey and a memory I will cherish forever. Thank you!”

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Pokhara: 2-Day Ghorephani and Poon Hill Private Trek - Day one: Pokhara to Ulleri, then up to Ghorepani
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Pokhara: 2-Day Ghorephani and Poon Hill Private Trek

9.Pokhara: 2-Day Ghorephani and Poon Hill Private Trek

★★★★★★★★★★4.6 · 50 reviews · 2 days · from $104Best value

You will drive from Pokhara to Ulleri, hike through rhododendron forest to Ghorepani, then rise early for Poon Hill sunrise. English and Japanese speaking guides such as Rajesh, Sagar, and Shiva lead this private trip, adjusting the pace to suit you. Expect steep steps, basic lodge comfort, and a very bumpy mountain road.

“The activity was all perfect. The trek is easy and absolutely beautiful. Shiva is a very good guide, he was always very helpful with us, always smiling, explaining the plants and animals and in a very good mood. The second day we could see all the views of Himalaya from Poon Hill and it was so beautiful and the best experience ever.”

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From Pokhara: 2 Day 1 Night Ulleri,Ghorepani Poon Hill Trek - Ulleri to Ghorepani through rhododendron forest
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From Pokhara: 2 Day 1 Night Ulleri,Ghorepani Poon Hill Trek

10.From Pokhara: 2 Day 1 Night Ulleri,Ghorepani Poon Hill Trek

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 33 reviews · 2 days · from $161

Leave Pokhara by road for Ulleri, then walk through rhododendron forest to Ghorepani. Rise early for Poon Hill sunrise views of Annapurna, Dhaulagiri, Fishtail, and Manaslu before returning by jeep. English, Nepali, and Hindi-speaking guides include Amrit, Biru, Krishna, and Sandeep.

“My trip was incredible. The beauty is out of this world! Not insanely hard hike either. My guide Amrit was very knowledgeable and friendly. He made my experience amazing. Would definitely recommend this trek and ask for Amrit if you can!”

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Pokhara: 2 & 3 Days Ghorepani Poon Hill Private Guided Trek - Choosing two days or three days
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Pokhara: 2 & 3 Days Ghorepani Poon Hill Private Guided Trek

11.Pokhara: 2 & 3 Days Ghorepani Poon Hill Private Guided Trek

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 27 reviews · 2 - 3 days · from $118

This 2 or 3 day private trek takes you from Pokhara to Ghorepani and Poon Hill, with a sunrise hike toward Annapurna, Dhaulagiri, and Machhapuchhre. Guides such as Tanka, Dhanapati, and Shiva are praised for careful pacing and local insight. Choose the faster Ulleri jeep route or the fuller three-day walk from Nayapul.

“We had an amazing 2-day Poon Hill trek with guide Shiva. He ensured our hike was pleasurable. We experienced breathtaking views, charming villages and were lucky to see Rhododendrons in full bloom in April. Highly recommend this trek for stunning Himalaya sunrise on Poon Hill and a well-organized adventure. The route is full of lodges that provide drinks, snacks and hot food. The mountain accommodation was nice and we had rooms with attached bathrooms to it. The trek is suitable for anyone with regular level of physical activity.”

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Pokhara: 2-Day Ullerai, Ghorepani & Poon Hill - Sunrise Trek - From Pokhara to Ulleri by road
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Pokhara: 2-Day Ullerai, Ghorepani & Poon Hill – Sunrise Trek

12.Pokhara: 2-Day Ullerai, Ghorepani & Poon Hill – Sunrise Trek

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 21 reviews · 2 days · from $108

This private two-day trek takes you by road from Pokhara to Ulleri, then on foot through rhododendron forest to Ghorepani. You rise early for sunrise at Poon Hill, with views toward Annapurna, Dhaulagiri, Machhapuchhre, and Manaslu. Guides such as Jeet Bahadur, Bishnu, Sandeep, and Chandra have led recent trips.

“We had a very pleasant experience, thanks to Jeet, our guide, he was very kind, fun and helpful. The package included the hotels, which were really good and the food served was amazing, so were the views. The overall trek was a memorable experience. You should definitely consider them if you’re planning to trek in Nepal.”

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Pokhara: 4-Day Beautiful Ghorepani Poon Hill & Ghandruk Trek - From Pokhara to Ulleri on day one
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Pokhara: 4-Day Beautiful Ghorepani Poon Hill & Ghandruk Trek

13.Pokhara: 4-Day Beautiful Ghorepani Poon Hill & Ghandruk Trek

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 21 reviews · 4 days · from $200

Travel from Pokhara to Birethanti, then trek through Ulleri, Ghorepani, Poon Hill, Tadapani, and Ghandruk. Your English-speaking guide sets the pace, explains village life and mountain views, and arranges teahouse stays. Guides Tanka and Tonka have earned special praise for thoughtful pacing and strong local insight.

“Such a great experience! It was my first time trekking, and I was a bit nervous, but it was amazing. Everything was arranged well from pick up to drop off. Tonka was more than just a guide. He really looked after me and made sure I was feeling good and that I had enough to eat and drink etc. I like to take pictures, and he made clear to me that we have enough time and that I should take the time that I need and walk on the pace that suits me. This was really nice. His English is great so you can have good conversations with him, but…”

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From Pokhara: Budget 2 Night 3 days Poon hill trek - Day one: Pokhara to Kilu, then the forest trail to Tadapani
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From Pokhara: Budget 2 Night 3 days Poon hill trek

14.From Pokhara: Budget 2 Night 3 days Poon hill trek

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 20 reviews · from $179

You’ll trek from Kilu through Ghandruk, Tadapani, and Ghorepani to Poon Hill at 3,210 meters, then return to Pokhara by shared transport. An English-speaking guide such as Prakash, Bikram, Gobinda, or Milan leads the private trip, with permits, lodging, transfers, and first aid included. Bring cash, warm layers, and sturdy shoes.

“It was well organiesd. My travel guide was very friedly. The 3 dasy went by quickly quickly. The wiev from Poon Hill was fantastic.”

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Pokhara: 4-Day Poon Hill and Ghandruk Guided Trek - Day 1: Pokhara to Ulleri, with six hours of uphill walking
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Pokhara: 4-Day Poon Hill and Ghandruk Guided Trek

15.Pokhara: 4-Day Poon Hill and Ghandruk Guided Trek

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 14 reviews · 4 days · from $226

You trek from Pokhara to Ulleri, Ghorepani, Poon Hill, and Ghandruk with a private English-speaking guide. Expect long days, many stone steps, rhododendron forests, a Himalayan sunrise at 3,210 meters, Gurung culture, tea-house stays, meals on the full package, permits, and round-trip transport.

“A must visit place for short trek. It offers a fantastic experience. Guide sishir was exceptionally caring, understanding my needs. Sunrise from poon hill is truly wonderful and must not miss!”

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