Discover the Beauty of the Annapurna Region on a Combined Trek
Join Trekking Trail Nepal for an amazing hiking journey in the Annapurna region to Annapurna Base Camp Trek with the Poon Hill. Over 11 days, you will see the beautiful views from Poon Hill and the impressive Annapurna Base Camp (ABC ) and the cultural-natural wonders of the region. This trek provides a chance to learn and enjoy some of the most amazing people, custom and socio-cultural with nature wonders in Nepal. This Annapurna Base Camp Trekking with Poon Hill viewpoint fits for all, beginners or experienced hikers. The adventure hike comes with beautiful nature, cultural experiences, and stunning mountain views that are beyond explanation. In short Poonhill Annapurna Base Camp Trekking is the mix of 2 best short trek from Pokhara, Short ABC Trek and Short Poon Hill Trek with Kathmandu-Pokhara.
Why Poon Hill Annapurna Base Camp Trek?
This trek is a great mix of adventure and beauty of trekking trail, taking hikers through different landscapes from alpine green forests to high mountain base. The route will take you through charming villages, lush green woods, small but beautiful waterfalls. Similarly, awe aspiring viewpoints with great views of the Himalayas peaks including sunrise and sunsets. While hiking in the Annapurna Conservation Area, you might see famous peaks like Annapurna I, Dhaulagiri, iconic Machhapuchhre (Fishtail), Annapurna South, Gandarva Chuli, Tharpu Chuli, Glacier Dome, Gangapurna, Hiunchuli and more.
Highlights of the Poon Hill ABC Trek:
- Experience the breathtaking Sunrise and Sunset form Poon Hill 3210m over 23 peaks.
- Achieving the ultimate altitude of Annapurna Base Camp at 4,130m.
- The lifetime achievement of 360 degree views of the Himalayas from ABC.
- Verity of Diverse Landscapes, natural wonder of river, valley, hills and gorges, including the rhododendron forest and terraced farming.
- Rich cultural encounter of Poo Magar, Gurung and their traditional village.
- The perfect mix of Nepal: Kathmandu, Pokhara with 2 most popular trek of Short ABC Trek and Poon Hill Trek in one.
- Thrilling experience of highest suspension brides of Jhinu Danda and other.
- The mountain off-road drive, Nepal overland adventure with trek.
- Optional soaking the natural Hotspring pool of Jhinu Danda.
Trek Overview: A Journey from Poon Hill to Annapurna Base Camp
The trek starts in Kathmandu, Trekking Trail Nepal team will welcome you at the airport, transfer to hotel in the tourist hub. We do short trip briefing of the trip, introduced with the guide and crew. Next day we drive to Pokhara through the beautiful countryside. Here you can enjoy the most beautiful city: Pokhara, where we spend a night next to lake. The trek to Annapurna Base Camp with Poon Hill starts with drive to Nayapul and continue off-drive to Banthanti. The original hike starts from here, after lunch. We will reach Ghorepani on the day.
We enjoy the Poon Hill sunrise, trek to Tadapani, Choomroong, and hit for Annapurna Base Camp. After ABC we follow the trail back towards Jhinu Danda and complete the trek after crossing the Jhinu Danda long bridge towards Pokhara and ultimately Kathmandu.
Trek Itinerary: Each Day in Short.
Day 1: Welcome at Kathmandu Airport, hotel transfer, trip briefing and team meetup.
Day 2: Kathmandu to Pokhara 870m drive.
Day 3: Drive to Nayapul, Continue to Banthanti, and trek to Ghorepani 2868m.
Day 4: Sunrise hike to Poon-Hill 3210m, and back down to Ghorepani. Enjoy breakfast, grab bags, and hike to Lower Tadapani 2280m.
Day 5: Lower Tadapani ( Chuile ) to Lower Sinuwa 2140m.
Day 6: Hike to Deaurali 3200m passing Bamboo, Dolan and Himalaya.
Day 7: Hike to Annapurna Base Camp (ABC) 4130m passing MBC 3700m
Day 8: Annapurna Base Camp to Bamboo& 2320m.
Day 9: Bamboo to Jhunu Danda 1710m.
Day 10: Jhinu Danda to Pokhara, 1 hours hike and 3 hours drive. Free evening in Pokhara.
Day 11: Drive back to Kathmandu.
Day 12: End of Annapurna Base Camp trek with Poon Hill.
What is Included in the Trek Cost:
- All ground transfers, Airport and intercity.
- Kathmandu Pokhara Kathmandu on tourist coach.
- 4WD jeep to trek start and ending points.
- Permits: Annapurna Conservation Area Permits and Trekkers Information Management System fees.
- Poon Hill Visitor fees.
- Experienced and trained English speaking trekking guides from Kathmandu to Kathmandu.
- Trekking sherpa porters for trekking days. (1 porter for 2 trekkers: max 12 kg luggage per guest ).
- Accommodation: 3-star hotels in Kathmandu and Pokhara, and Local tea-house or lodges during the trekking days.
- Meals: Full board meals (Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner with tea and coffee) during the trek.
- First aid kit for whole group, lead by trained guide.
- Complimentary: achievement awards, duffle bag, and trekking map.
- Kathmandu and Pokhara Hotel on Bed and breakfast basis.
- All accommodations are on twin basis, except Annapurna Base Camp. Here 1 room 4 person but private bed during peak season.
What is Not Included in the trek cost ?
- Hot drinks, cafe, bar bills, drinking water, energy bars, deserts as on.
- Communication, Wi-Fi, laundry and personal choice.
- Nepal Trekking insurance and other security cost.
- Tips for the guide and porter.
- Lunch, dinner, drinks as on in Kathmandu and Pokhara.
- Anything not includes in above included topic.
Best Time to Trek the Poon Hill Annapurna Base Camp
The best times to trek are Spring (March, April, and May) and Autumn season (Mid September to Mid December). These months comes with clear blue skies, comfortable temperatures, and unimaginable views of nature, mountains, and valleys. Trekking in the winter or summer is possible but can be tougher because of snowy cold and rainy wet.
Conclusion: Is the Poon Hill Annapurna Base Camp Trek Right for You?
This combine Poon Hill Trek with Annapurna Base Camp trek is the greatest trip to experience the best of Nepal. As it involves best trail, viewpoints, nature, culture, people, Himalayas and trekking trail known from 1970s it is perfect for all. Average hours of walking, mostly gentle ascent helps reduce the risk of altitude sickness even with ultimate height of 4130m, a perfect adventure tour in Nepal. Since it mix of little challenging for amazing adventure, Poon Hill Annapurna Base Camp Trekking is the right choice for all.
