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ModerateAnnapurna, Nepal
Poon Hill (Ghorepani) Trek
The perfect first Himalayan trek — a 4-5 day walk to one of Nepal's most famous sunrise viewpoints with panoramic views of Annapurna, Dhaulagiri, and Machapuchare. No altitude risk.
Quick Answer
The Poon Hill (Ghorepani) trek takes 4–6 days, reaches a maximum altitude of 3,210m, and costs $300–$600 total (permits included). It is rated moderate and best done in spring or fall or winter.
Duration
4–6
days
Max Altitude
3,210m
10,531 ft
Total Cost
$300–$600
USD per person
Best Seasons
spring
fall, winter
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Trek Highlights
- Poon Hill sunrise over Annapurna & Dhaulagiri
- Rhododendron forests (spring bloom)
- Gurung village of Ghandruk
- Hot springs at Jhinu Danda
- Perfect beginner Himalayan trek
Permits & Documents Required
TIMS Card
$20 (individual) / $10 (group)Trekkers' Information Management System card
Nepal Tourism Board, PokharaProcessing: Same day
ACAP Permit
$30 (Foreigner) / $10 (SAARC)Annapurna Conservation Area permit
ACAP office in PokharaProcessing: Same day
Tip: Get your TIMS card and permits from the Nepal Tourism Board office in Kathmandu or Pokhara before starting your trek. Bring passport-sized photos and a copy of your passport.
Complete Equipment Checklist
🧥Clothing(7 items)
- Moisture-wicking base layers
- Fleece mid-layer jacket
- Waterproof shell jacket
- Trekking trousers (zip-off)
- Thermal underwear
- Warm hat & sun hat
- Comfortable trekking boots (broken in)
🎒Gear(5 items)
- 40–50L trekking backpack
- Sleeping bag (0C rated)
- Trekking poles
- Headlamp
- Water bottles (2× 1L)
🩺Essentials(7 items)
- Passport + permit photocopies
- First aid kit
- Diamox (altitude sickness prevention)
- Sunscreen SPF50+ & lip balm
- Water purification tablets
- Snacks (energy bars, trail mix)
- Cash in NPR (ATMs unreliable on trail)
📷Optional(6 items)
- Kindle / book
- Playing cards
- Binoculars
- Journal & pen
- Portable charger (10000mAh+)
- Camera
📖 In-depth guide available
Read our complete day-by-day Poon Hill (Ghorepani) guide with permit costs, teahouse tips, and altitude acclimatization advice.
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