Annapurna Poon Hill Trek

The Annapurna massif forms an almost complete ring of peaks. The only breach in this wall is that of the Modi Khola canyon to the south. The “Sanctuary” within, is a strange, yet fascinating amphitheater of ice, snow, glacier and moraine.

The Annapurna region (named for the Annapurna mountain range), to the north of Pokhara, is the most popular trekking destination in the world. Approximately 60% of trekkers visiting Nepal trek in the Annapurna region, 25% trek in the Everest region and the remaining 15% trek in various areas like Langtang, Dolpo, Mustang, Kachengjunga, Helambu and Manaslu regions.

Every trekker marvels over the magnificent scenery that the Annapurna region offers and its unspoiled bio-diversity, including Fish Tail peak, Annapurna, Nilgiri, Gangapurna and Lamjung Himal. The area is home to over 100 mammals, more than 60 reptiles and amphibians, in excess of 450 species of birds and 9 types of rhododendrons.

The deep valleys and high mountains encircling the giant Annapurna Himal embrace a wide range of peoples and terrain, from subtropical jungle to a high, dry landscape resembling the Tibetan Plateau.

Two main trails follow river valleys in relatively easy ascents: up the Kali Gandaki to Jomsom and Muktinath, and up the Marsyangdi to Manang. These trails can be joined by crossing a high pass, the Thorung La, and when combined they form the classic Annapurna Circuit. As the land climbs, mud-walled huts are replaced by flat-roofed stone houses, and the predominant occupation changes from farming to herding while the principle religion of the people changes from Hindu to Buddhist.

The Annapurna region dramatically reveals the cultural and geographic frontier running across Nepal. Mountain views are frequent and spectacular, and the various trekking routes offer different experiences – the trek around Annapurna leads you throughout the region, the Annapurna Poon Hill

trek heads toward the heart of the Annapurnas and the short trip to Poon Hill offers the best panoramic views in the region.

Our approach route takes us along the highly cultivated terraced hillside of rural Nepal through a region populated by Gurung, a tribe whose manpower contributes greatly to the Gurkha Brigades. Higher up the cultivated areas give way to rhododendron and bamboo forest and eventually to rocky and barren terrain.

Trip Information

Dates & Prices: View Prices
Grading: D (more info)
No of People: 8-20
Price Range: £1800
(including flights + UK leader)
Charity Price: £3600

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​Itinerary

Poon Hill Trek Nepal

If you haven't trekked in Nepal or fancy a shorter trek with a different view other than Everest then please consider this fantastic trek:

Day 1
Flight from London to Kathmandu, arriving the next day.

Day 2
Arrive in Kathmandu and transfer to our hotel

Day 3
Fly to Pokhara and trek to Syauli (1,230m) Trekking 4 hours approx.

Day 4
Trek Syauli to Ghandruk (1,950m)
Views of Annapurna South and Machhapuchhare Trekking 6 hours approx.

Day 5
Trek Ghandruk to Tadapani (2,700m)
Trekking 6 hours approx.

Day 6
Trek Tadapani to Ghorepani (2,780m)
Views of the Annapurna and Dhaulagiri ranges. We continue on to Ghorepani (2,780m) where we overnight. Trekking 6 hours approx.

Day 7
Poon Hill (3,210m) to Tirkedunga (1,550m) We’re up early to trek to Poon Hill, one of Nepal’s best view points before descending to Tirkedunga
Trekking 8 hours approx.

Day 8
Trek Tirkedunga to Nayapool and transfer to Pokhara (850m) We overnight at a hotel near to the lakeside. After a welcomed shower, the rest of the afternoon is free to explore this fascinating town. This evening we dine out together with a meal at a lakeside restaurant
Trekking 4 hours approx.

Day 9
Fly to Kathmandu
This afternoon is free to do sightseeing and shopping in Kathmandu before our celebration meal in Kathmandu's finest restaurant. (Mulchowk)

Day 10
Depart Kathmandu to UK

Day 11
Arrive UK

What's Included

• Internal flights and transport to Pokhara rtn
• All internal transport and transfers
• All park passes and permits and conservation fees
• Hotel Accommodation in Kathmandu before and after the trip on a B and B basis sharing a twin room
• All accommodation and food during the trek on a full board sharing basis (set breakfasts and lunches and a-la-carte dinners if available)
• All meals less lunch on days 9+10
• Professional English Mountain guides who are experienced in High Altitude Travel and current and competent first aiders.
• Local Guides and Sherpa porters and Yak's to transport main baggage etc
• Communications equipment (sat phone) in case of emergency, First Aid kits

Not included

• Airport taxes and Visas
• Rescue evacuation, extra road transport/ flight cost incase any member returns earlier, any donation or extra fees, expenses incurred due to unforeseeable circumstances.
• Tips and Gratuities
• Travel Insurance 

Preparation

 The Annapurna Poon Hill trek is a moderate 'High Altitude' expedition. Whilst everything that can be done to prevent Acute Mountain Sickness (AMS) will be done, individuals react differently to altitude and as such may have to return to a lower altitude if ill, thereby forfeiting their adventure.  

Participants should prepare well for this trek, both physically and mentally and as a guide should be capable of walking for 6-7 hours daily over rocky and undulating terrain at altitude carrying a light pack. A full clothing and equipment list will be sent out to all participants on booking.