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Poon Hill: The 15 Best Short Treks from Pokhara

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Three or four days, a stone staircase up to Ulleri, and a dawn that puts the Annapurnas and Dhaulagiri in the same frame. These 15 are compared on nights on the trail, whether transport from Pokhara is included and how early the sunrise start is.

Poon hill Trek 3 days - Mountain villages, rhododendrons, and the walk itself
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Poon hill Trek 3 days

1.Poon hill Trek 3 days

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

Take a 3-day guided trek from Pokhara to Poon Hill with a maximum of 12 people. You’ll tackle the famous 3,000-plus steps to Ulleri, wake early for sunrise views of Annapurna and Dhaulagiri, and travel with meals, permits, a guide, porter, poles, and seasonal micro spikes included.

“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 - Ghorepani through rhododendron forest
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Pokhara: 4-Day Ghorepani, Poonhill & Ghandruk Mountain Trek

2.4-Day Ghorepani, Poonhill & Ghandruk Mountain Trek

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

Walk from Pokhara through Ulleri and rhododendron forest to Ghorepani, rise early for Poon Hill sunrise, then finish in Gurung village of Ghandruk. A private guide-led trek with tea-house lodging, permits, meals on selected options, transport, and luggage storage. Guides may include Jeet, Santosh, Chandra, Tanka, or Bala.

“This was an absolutely magical trek with our superb guide, Jeet. Amazing views and a great experience for our first time in Nepal. The communication with the company was very good and Jeet was very engaging and professional throughout. We chose the 4 day, 3 night package with meals included which is what I would recommend for a very manageable distance per day. Very enjoyable and we would not hesitate to trek again with Jeet when we (will definitely) return to the beautiful Himalayas!”

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Ghorepani - Poon Hill Trek 3N-4D - Day two: climbing to Ghorepani
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Ghorepani – Poon Hill Trek 3N-4D

3.Poon Hill Trek 3N-4D

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

Trek from Pokhara through Tikhedhunga, Ulleri, Ghorepani, Poon Hill, and Tadapani on a private 4-day route. You sleep in teahouses, walk with an English-speaking guide, and get meals, permits, transfers, and a souvenir shirt. Guides connected with the operator include Anil, Milan, and Diwan.

“We had the most amazing trek, made even better by our wonderful guide Anil (Pai as we called him!) He was so knowledgeable about the trek whilst also teaching us so much about Nepali culture and lots of different phrases. He was Read more”

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4 Days Poon Hill Trek - The early climb to Poon Hill
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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 fields, villages, and old forests to Poon Hill at 3,210 meters, with private transport and a guide handling the route and lodging. Guides including Binod, Bikram, and Jayaram KC have led customized versions of the trek. Expect big Annapurna views, a sunrise start, and lunch and dinner costs paid separately.

“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 two: Arriving in Ghorepani
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Ghorepani(Poonhill Trek)

5.Ghorepani(Poonhill Trek)

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

This private five-day trek takes you from Kathmandu toward Ghorepani, Poon Hill, Ghandruk, and Pokhara. Your guide and porter handle the trail support, meals, lodging, and transport while you walk at your own pace. Expect Annapurna, Dhaulagiri, and Mt. Fishtail views, plus a memorable sunrise from Poon Hill.

“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 - From Pokhara to the Annapurna trails
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4-day Poon Hill Trek

6.4-day Poon Hill Trek

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

Take a four-day guided trek through Nepal’s Annapurna Conservation Area, starting and ending with Pokhara transfers. Stay in teahouses, eat included meals, and reach Poon Hill for sunrise over the Himalaya. An English-speaking guide leads the way, with one porter shared by every two trekkers. Guide Purna has earned special praise for his care and support.

“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 Two: Ulleri to Ghorepani Through Forest and Village Country
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From Pokhara: 3-Day Ghorepani Poon Hill Trek with Guide

7.3-Day Ghorepani Poon Hill Trek with Guide

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

Trek from Pokhara through Ulleri and Ghorepani to Poon Hill with a private English-speaking guide. Expect village paths, forest, many stone steps, standard lodging, and a pre-dawn climb for sunrise views of Annapurna and Dhaulagiri. Guides such as Bidur, Paras, Dipak, and Sandesh are praised for pacing and support.

“Our guide Bidur was absolutely amazing and made our trek so much fun. He was always making sure we were cared for and he was very knowledgeable. Our group had a variety of activity levels and Bidur was great at making sure everyone was comfortable. The trek was truly an amazing experience and I recommend it and our guide Bidur to anyone! Thank you to Linkage Tours.”

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Ghorepani Poon Hill Trek - Forest trails toward Ghorepani
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Ghorepani Poon Hill Trek

8.Ghorepani Poon Hill Trek

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 61 reviews · from $399

Walk through Annapurna villages, terraced fields, and rhododendron forest with a licensed guide such as Anos, Arbind, Surya Tamang, or Indako Tamang. The highlight is an early climb to 3,210-meter Poon Hill for sunrise over Annapurna, Dhaulagiri, Manaslu, Machhapuchare, and Ganesh Himal. This private four-day trek includes meals, transport, permits, and three nights with attached bathrooms.

“What an amazing experience from start to finish. Our guide Surya Tamang was excellent, he was very professional and super welcoming. The local villages were beautiful and the scenery was incredible! There was so much choice of delicioRead more”

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Pokhara: 3-Day Ghorephani and Poon Hill Private Trek - Day one: Pokhara to Ulleri and the staircase test
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Pokhara: 3-Day Ghorephani and Poon Hill Private Trek

9.3-Day Ghorephani and Poon Hill Private Trek

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

This private 3-day trek takes you from Pokhara through Ulleri and Ghorepani to Poon Hill at 3,210 meters. Expect steep stone steps, family-run teahouses, rhododendron forests, Gurung culture, and a sunrise over Annapurna and Dhaulagiri. Guides such as Santosh, Laxman, Chandra, and Jeet have helped make the route friendly and flexible for many walkers.

“Warning for anyone as unfit as me, this is TOUGH. for reference I'm 26 and go on pretty regular long walks, but do no other exercise so my fitness is low and this was too much for me. Before starting the hike there was a lot of advertisement that it's 'beginner' and the 'easiest hike', which is might be but just be warned that it's a lot! However it was still an amazing experience and our guide Santos was great. Whatever I needed he was there, if I sat on a wall he'd get me a chair, he made us all walking sticks and organised all the tea houses so…”

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4-Day Private Poon Hill Trekking Tour - Day 1: Six hours from Pokhara to Ulleri
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4-Day Private Poon Hill Trekking Tour

10.4-Day Private Poon Hill Trekking Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 58 reviews · from $359

You’ll hike from Pokhara through Ulleri and rhododendron forests to Ghorepani, then rise early for Poon Hill’s Himalayan sunrise. This private, moderately challenging trek includes a professional English-speaking guide, teahouse lodging, meals, permits, and a pre-trek meeting. Guides such as Raj Kumar and Kumar are known for thoughtful pacing and local insight.

“Amazing! Friends and I took a 5 day trek in the Annapurna region, and we had an adventure of a lifetime. Although we made a decision to switch our trek from ABC to Poonhill after finishing the first day, our guide Raj Kumar and the rest of tRead more”

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Pokhara: 2-Day Ghorephani and Poon Hill Private Trek - The Ghorepani night and what to pack
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Pokhara: 2-Day Ghorephani and Poon Hill Private Trek

11.2-Day Ghorephani and Poon Hill Private Trek

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

Spend two demanding but rewarding days trekking from Pokhara to Ghorepani and Poon Hill. You will ride to Ulleri, walk through rhododendron forest, sleep in a teahouse, and climb early for sunrise over Annapurna and Dhaulagiri. Guides such as Rajesh, Sagar, Shiva, and Arjun have led this route, adapting pace and trail plans to local conditions.

“The Poon Hill trek with our guide, Sagar, was fantastic. Although it was a short trip, I am truly grateful for his dedication and effort in guiding us. The weather was excellent, and I loved getting to enjoy the magnificent scenery. It will definitely be an unforgettable memory!”

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3-Day Poon Hill Trek from Pokhara. - Starting from Pokhara, Nepal’s lakeside base
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3-Day Poon Hill Trek from Pokhara.

12.3-Day Poon Hill Trek from Pokhara.

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 45 reviews · from $410

You’ll trek privately from Pokhara to Poon Hill with a guide, twin-sharing teahouse stays, meals, sleeping bags, and transport included. The trip suits moderately fit hikers who want Himalayan views without a high-altitude expedition. Guides may include BK, Shiva, Bikram, Sagar, or Sudip, depending on availability.

“Short and beautiful trek which was the best trip we had ever.”

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From Pokhara: 2 Day 1 Night Ulleri,Ghorepani Poon Hill Trek - Leaving Pokhara for Ulleri
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From Pokhara: 2 Day 1 Night Ulleri,Ghorepani Poon Hill Trek

13.2 Day 1 Night Ulleri,Ghorepani Poon Hill Trek

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

Leave Pokhara for Ulleri by shared jeep, walk through rhododendron forest to Ghorepani, then climb Poon Hill before breakfast for Himalayan sunrise views. You get a private group, English, Nepali, or Hindi-speaking guide, lodge accommodation, permits, breakfast, and trekking poles. Guides such as Amrit and Biru are known for patient pacing and helpful support.

“I saw beautiful view from Poon Hill. My guide Biru was really kind and he always mindful of my walking pace. The weather was bad before we set off, but it cleared up at the top and we could see a beautiful view. This is a great plan for people who don't have much time.”

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Pokhara: 2 & 3 Days Ghorepani Poon Hill Private Guided Trek - The 2-day route: fast access to the high trail
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Pokhara: 2 & 3 Days Ghorepani Poon Hill Private Guided Trek

14.2 & 3 Days Ghorepani Poon Hill Private Guided Trek

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

Take a 2 or 3-day private trek from Pokhara to Poon Hill with guides such as Tanka or Dhanapati. Walk through Gurung villages and rhododendron forests, sleep in mountain lodges, and reach 3,210-meter Poon Hill before sunrise for views of Annapurna, Dhaulagiri, Machhapuchhre, and up to 32 peaks.

“The Poon Hill sunrise is definitely worth the experience! It looks even more stunning than on the pictures. Our guide Tanka was more than helpful and took really good care of us. We informed him about the heart disease of my partner and he always asked if she/we are okay, adjusted the speed accordingly and was a really friendly and helpful friend along the trek. The hike was quite challenging, but doable for us even though we are not experienced hikers. The communication beforehand was a breeze and the transport was excellent. The accommodation and the included food was good as well and vegetarian options were available.”

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Poon Hill Trek package - Day 2: Birethanti, Hile, and the climb to Ulleri
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Poon Hill Trek package

15.Poon Hill Trek package

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 27 reviews · from $405

Travel from Kathmandu to Pokhara, then hike through rhododendron forest, terraced hills, and Gurung villages to Poon Hill. Guides such as Bishnu, Tilak, and Ram lead small groups of up to eight. The $405 package includes transport, four nights of lodging, meals, permits, and a sunrise walk.

“Me and my girlfriend did the 3 day poon hill trek. It was an amazing experience we will always remember. Our guide, Bishnu, was incredibly helpful and attentive throughout our trek. We saw some amazing views and met some great people. Would highly recommend for first time hikers and more experienced.”

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