Poon Hill
A 3,210 m viewpoint above Ghorepani in the Annapurna foothills, famous for its sunrise panorama of Dhaulagiri and the Annapurna range.
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Poon Hill
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Short, family-friendly treks to the Annapurna region’s most famous sunrise, from Pokhara.
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Ghorepani Ghandruk Trek
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5 Days
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Easy
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3,210 m (10,531 ft)
A relaxed five-day loop from Pokhara taking in the Poon Hill sunrise, rhododendron forest and...
$450
/Person
Ghorepani Poon Hill Trek
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4 Days
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Easy
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3,210 m (10,531 ft)
A short four-day trek from Pokhara to the famous Poon Hill sunrise viewpoint (3,210 m),...
$390
/Person
Annapurna Base Camp Trek – 15 Days/14 Nights
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15 Days
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Medium
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4,130 m (13,550 ft)
The classic 15-day Annapurna Base Camp trek from Kathmandu, combining the Poon Hill sunrise, Gurung...
$1,290
/Person
Your queries answered
Poon Hill trek FAQs
Planning the Poon Hill trek, from permits to the sunrise climb.
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Is the Poon Hill trek suitable for beginners and children?
Yes, it is one of the best introductory treks in Nepal. Daily walks are around five to six hours, on well-maintained trails with comfortable teahouses. Children who are used to walking usually enjoy it, though the stone steps to Ulleri are tiring.
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How long does the Poon Hill trek take?
Most itineraries take four to five days from Pokhara, including the drive to and from the trailhead. A three-day version is possible with jeep transfers, but it leaves little time to enjoy the villages.
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Which permits do I need for Poon Hill?
Poon Hill is inside the Annapurna Conservation Area, so you need the ACAP permit and a TIMS card, both arranged by us in Pokhara. A small separate fee is paid at the Poon Hill viewpoint itself.
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What if it is cloudy on sunrise morning?
Clouds do sometimes cover the peaks, especially in spring and the monsoon. Views often open up later in the morning, and much of the trek offers mountain panoramas, including from Tadapani and Ghandruk, so you rarely leave without seeing the Annapurnas.
