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Poon Hill Trek

A short Annapurna foothills trek built around sunrise from Poon Hill and classic Gurung village trails.

Duration
5 days
Difficulty
Moderate
Max altitude
3,210 m at Poon Hill
Best months
Mar-May, Sep-Nov
Route overview

This is a strong first Himalayan trek for travelers with limited time. The trail mixes stone steps, forest, and villages before the sunrise viewpoint.

Trail sequence
Pokhara
Tikhedhunga
Ghorepani
Poon Hill
Ghandruk
Pokhara
Highlights
Sunrise view over Dhaulagiri and Annapurna
Ghorepani and Ghandruk village stays
Rhododendron forests in spring
Short duration with reliable mountain payoff
Preparation
Train on stairs and uneven trails before arrival
Carry rain protection and warm layers for the sunrise start
Use trekking poles if steep descents bother your knees
Day-wise itinerary
1

Pokhara to Tikhedhunga

1,540 m

Drive to the trailhead and begin through lower hill villages.

2

Tikhedhunga to Ghorepani

2,860 m

Climb stone steps and forest paths to the ridge settlement.

3

Poon Hill sunrise and trek to Tadapani

3,210 m

Start early for sunrise, then continue across forested ridges.

4

Tadapani to Ghandruk

1,940 m

Descend through forest to one of the region's signature villages.

5

Ghandruk to Pokhara

820 m

Walk out and drive back to Pokhara.

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