Annapurna Short Trek - 4 Days

  • Duration: 4 Days
  • Difficulty: Easy
  • Group: 1 - 25 people
  • Max Altitude: 3,210m
  • Best Time Feb - May, Sep - Dec
  • Pick-up: Private Vehicle

Highlights

  • Sightseeing the Tourist hub Pokhara.
  • A Short and scenic drive from Pokhara to Nayapul.
  • An amazing sunrise view over the Mount Annapurna.
  • Reach one of the most popular viewpoint Poon hill (3,210m) in Annapurna region.
  • The traditional culture of Magar and Gurung.
  • Explore Gurung culture museum at Ghandruk village.
  • Mesmerize panorama views of Annapurna and Dhaulagiri ranges.
  • Walk through the beautiful settlements and colourful forest of alpine with rhododendron.

About Annapurna Short Trek

Annapurna short trek is a most delightful and easy journey in Annapurna region as it offers amazing landscapes, serene natural beauty, mesmerize Himalayan peaks and magical sunrise over the Mount Annapurna. You have a great opportunity to explore famous viewpoint Poon hill (3,210m) and largest Gurung community village Ghandruk. This Annapurna short trek is perfect for all of ages travellers to get Himalayan experience without any risk. The most attraction of this Annapurna short trek 4 days itinerary are a unique traditional culture of Gurung and Magar, natural beauty, panorama snow-capped mountains, witness pristine scenery, and Gurung culture museum.

We, Himalayan Frozen Adventure designed short trek to Annapurna just for 4 days and it is a close destination from Pokhara. This limited classic adventure trek is one of the best path and comfortable in the Annapurna region, which provides a variety of cosy teahouses/lodges, easy trails, beautiful settlements and colourful forest rhododendron with alpine. The Annapurna short trek route offers gorgeous views of Himalayan like; Dhaulagiri (8,167m), Annapurna I (8091m), Annapurna fang (7,647m), Annapurna South (7,219m), Hiunchuli (6,434m), Dhampus peak (6,012m), and many more peaks.

The 4 days Annapurna short trek itinerary begins from Nayapul after a scenic drive from Pokhara valley, then you follow along the bank of Burundi Khola to reach Tikhedhunga and ascent countless steps to Ulleri village. On the trail, you will enjoy seeing to glimpse of Mount Annapurna South and rice field landscape, then you walk through a green forest to reach Ghorepani village. Next day, early morning you hike poon hill 3,210m to get utterly enchanting glimpse sunrise and spectacular mountain scenery Annapurna, Machhapuchare, and Dhaulagiri ranges.

After leaving the Ghorepani Village, this short Annapurna trek leads through the lovely settlements of Tadapani and Ghandruk, where you can explore the traditional culture of Gurung and unforgettable mountains peaks. Likewise, the trail descends to Nayapul and drive back to Pokhara. Pokhara is the most popular place to do short adventure activities like; paragliding, City tour, Ultralight flight, Bungee jumping, hot balloon, and many other activities. If you like to do any adventure activities let know us.

Itinerary

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After having breakfast at Pokhara Hotel, you'll take a short and scenic drive to Nayapul (gateway to Annapurna short trek). From here, trekking begins towards to Ulleri village. Leaving Nayapul, you follow the rhododendron forest, beautiful settlements, natural landscapes, and along the bank of Modi Khola. After crossing Birethanti (1,015m) until you reach the villages of Hile (1,495m) and Tikhedunga (1,540m), where you can explore the local traditional culture and magnificent green valley. After crossing the Tikhedunga bridge, you ascent comprising 3000 stone steps to Ulleri village (1,960m), where you spend overnight.
  • Trekking Lodge
  • Breakfast/Lunch/Dinner
  • 1,960m
  • Ulleri
Early morning you'll enjoy to seeing sunrise above the majestic Himalayas from Ulleri lodge. After having breakfast, you leave Ulleri village and walk through the rhododendron with alpine forest and pass Nangethanti to reach the largest Gurung community village Ghorepani (2,850m). Ghorepani village offers wonderful views of Dhaulagiri (8167m), Tukuche Nilgiri (6940m), and Hiunchuli Himal (6441m). Overnight stay at Ghorepani trekking lodge.
  • Trekking Lodge
  • Breakfast/Lunch/Dinner
  • 2,850m
  • Ghorepani
Early in the morning, you'll take a short hike to one of the best viewpoints in Annapurna region Poon hill (3,210m), about 40 minutes hike from Ghorepani to reach Poon hill. From poon hill, you have a great opportunity to see witness gorgeous sunrise along with the western Himalayan mountains of Annapurna massifs, Dhaulagiri, Tukuche, Lamjung, Nilgiri, Varaha Shikhar, and many others. After spending an exciting moment at poon hill, you drop down to Ghorepani and have breakfast. Leaving Ghorepani village, you walk through the forest of alpine with rhododendron, many teahouse, and Deurali to reach Tadapani (2,520m), where you can see snow-capped Himalayan views of Machhapuchhre (6,993m), Annapurna South (7,219m), and Hiunchuli (6,441m). Overnight you stay at Tadapani trekking lodge.
  • Trekking Lodge
  • Breakfast/Lunch/Dinner
  • 2,520m
  • Tadapani
After having delicious breakfast at Tadapani lodge, you descend through the rhododendron forest and small villages to reach Ghandruk (1,940m), which is the largest Gurung settlements in western Nepal. The village is an amaze of authentic Gurung culture and the traditional lifestyle. Likewise, you can explore Ghandruk Gurung Museum and magnificence peaks of Machhapuchhre (6,997m), Annapurna South (7,219m), Mardi Himal (5,587m), Hiunchuli (6,441m), and other mountains. After having lunch at Ghandruk, you descend to Syaulibazaar and Birethanti to reach Nayapul (1,070m). From Nayapul, you drive back to tourism hub Pokhara valley. Spend the night enjoying a gorgeous sunset view over tranquil Fewa Lake and dining in a fine restaurant or cafe.
  • Hotel
  • Breakfast/Lunch
  • 910m
  • Pokhara

Notices

Himalayan Frozen Adventure will fully support your whole trip. Sometimes come these kinds of the problem; Weather conditions, health condition of a group member, and unexpected natural disasters. These conditions we make extra or rest day, which is not available in this itinerary but if you have time then it is possible to make more extra day at trekking. You have to pay a package for extra days.

Cost Details

Included Excluded
  • Pickup/Drop from Airport – Hotel a private vehicle.
  • Transportation for Kathmandu-Pokhara-Kathmandu on the tourist bus.
  • Private transportation from Pokhara to Tikhedhunga (trek start) and Ghandruk Phedi (trek end) to Pokhara.
  • Teahouse/Lodges accommodation during the trek.
  • All meals (breakfast, lunch, and dinner) during the trek.
  • Tourist bus or domestic flights (Kathmandu-Pokhara-Kathmandu).
  • An experienced, English-speaking, and government-licensed trek leader.
  • An assistance guide for a group of 10 pax or above.
  • Arranging rescue operations in case of complicated health conditions (funded by travel insurance).
  • Guide & Porter's costs include salary, insurance, equipment, food, and accommodation.
  • Down jacket and sleeping bag (to be returned after trip completion).
  • Himalayan Frozen Adventure bag/duffel bag, t-shirt, and trekking map.
  • Annapurna Conservation Area (ACAP) Permits Fee.
  • Trekking Information Management System (TIMS) Card.
  • Himalayan Frozen Adventure certificate of appreciation after a successful trek.
  • All government, local taxes, and official expenses.
  • International flight airfare
  • Nepal Entry Visa Fees for multiple entries on arrival at Tribhuvan International Airport- (15 days - $25-30, 30 days- $40-50 and 90 days- $100-110)
  • Excess baggage charges (Limit is 9 kg per person).
  • All accommodation and meals in Kathmandu, before and after the journey.
  • Extra night accommodation, meals in Kathmandu and Pokhara due to early arrival or late departure, and early return from the trek.
  • Lunch and dinner in Pokhara.
  • Personal expenses (shopping, snacks, bottled water or boiled water, hot (tea, coffee) and cold drinks, hot shower, alcohol, Wi-Fi, telephone call, battery recharge fee, extra porters, etc.
  • Personal clothing and gear.
  • Travel insurance has to cover emergency high-altitude rescue and evacuation along with medical coverage.
  • Tips for guide and porters.
  • Additional costs due to delays caused by circumstances outside company control like landslides, weather conditions, itinerary modifications due to safety concerns, illness, change of government policies, strikes, etc.
  • All the costs and expenses, which are not listed in "What is included in the 11 days Annapurna Tour Package?" above will be counted as excludes.

Departures & Dates

Himalayan Frozen Adventure is a responsible travel company in Nepal. Our all dates are 100% guaranteed if there no political unrest and natural disaster then. Is there not any error then you can use this date it's better for your trip.  We try our best to ensure this information.

FAQs

Is Ghorepani Poon Hill Trek Difficulty?
This trek is easy than another trek, the Ghorepani Poon Hill Trek is Difficulty through the Poon Hill (3,210m). Ghorepani Poon Hill Trek is classified as easy, any trekkers can do easily this trek. 

Is it necessary to need travel Insurance for this trek?
The travel insurance will cover emergency evacuation as Helicopter rescue and the hospital charge. If you fell an accident and Acute mountain sickness then, at this condition, your travel insurance will immediately provide the helicopter. 

Electricity does available on Ghorepani Poon Hill Trek?
Yes, electricity is available in the lower region of the Annapurna region, where you can get to charge your camera and mobile batteries, etc.

Is possible to take my children to Ghorepani Poon Hill Trek?
Of course, all of the ages can do this Ghorepani Poon Hill Trek.

Is possible to get a hot shower the trekking?
Yes, the hot shower is possible to get many lodges and teahouse but above the 4,000m is not available and not good for your health.

Can I found Wi-Fi through the trek?
Of course, Wi-Fi is available many lodges and teahouse, but you have to pay extra.

Is it safe for a solo female traveler?
Of course, the solo female traveler is fully safe, Himalayan frozen Adventure is responsible teams, who leading many solo trekkers through the Himalayan and made successfully.

How can I respect the culture?
During the trekking, we can get Different kinds of culture, there we can see some notice, we have to follow that notice rule and regulation.

Is possible to get ATM through trek?
No, is not possible to get ATM and bank through the trek, so you have to takes Nepali money from Kathmandu.

Do I have to take sleeping bags on the trek?
Yes, is necessary to take sleeping bags on the trek because the lodges don't have enough blanket.

How high the Ghorepani Poon Hill Trek?
Ghorepani Poon Hill trek high elevation is (3,210m) above the sea level. 

Is Ghorepani Poon Hill Trek permit necessary?
Yes, Ghorepani Poon Hill Trek TIMS and Permit are necessary.

How many hours I have to walk each day?
For this Ghorepani Poon Hill Trek per day maximum of 7 hours and a minimum of 5 hours, you have to walk.

Is possible to make an extra day on the trek?
Yes, if you have time then the trekking is always flexible, you can easily add.

Without any trek can I do it? 
Yap, many trekkers succeed without any trek, Ghorepani Poon Hill Trek is one of easy adventure in Himalayan Nepal

Booking trip can I do cancel?
Yes, you have the option to cancel this trip but there are some certain conditions:

  • If you cancel your trip before 60 days the full amount will be refunded
  • If you cancel your trip before 30 days the 30% amount will be refunded.
  • If you cancel your trip before 1 week the 5% amount will be refunded.

How to manage drink water through trekking?
The Langtang region can get normal free tap water, for this water you have to use purification medicine. Bottled water or boiled water also available to buy at lodges and teahouse. Per day you have to drink about 4-6 liters water for your health.

Is possible to pick up me from the airport?
Yes, when you arrive at Kathmandu International Airport, our airport representative will wait for you at the airport, we will display a Himalayan Frozen Adventure with your group name signboard outside the airport terminal. You will be then transferred to your respective hotel in our car.

Can I exchange my money in Nepal?
Of course, You can exchangers your money at the Airport, ATM, and money exchange by a better rate. And you can get enough Nepalese cash for your trek.

What do I have to carry on the trekking?
You have to carry the perfect size trekking bag where you can put your personal belongings item, snacks, sunscreen, water, camera,  gloves, hat, and jacket. Our porter will carry your 20 kg bigger packs.

Is possible to store my extra things in Kathmandu Hotel?
Yes, it's possible to store your extra things in Kathmandu Hotel, We have a safe place to store your luggage.

Can I get an experienced guide?
Of course, we'll provide an experienced guide, who has the deepest information about Himalayan Nepal, and government license holder English speaking guide. Our guide and porter are fully helpful and friendly and make your trip fantastic.

 

Useful Information

Annapurna Short Trek Travel Insurance

Travel insurance is mandatory to have to join an adventurous trip in the Himalayas. It is for your safety. The travel insurance must cover things like illness, medical emergencies, accidents, death, trip cancellation, and loss of personal baggage & items. All costs for Emergency Evacuation must be paid in cash in Nepal unless an insurance company has agreed to pay all the cost on your behalf. Make sure that your travel insurance covers activities in the Himalayas if you are participating in them.

*Note: Foreigners are not allowed to purchase an insurance policy in Nepal. So make sure to purchase good travel insurance in your country, and it is your responsibility to check whether your insurance policy is adequate or not.

Annapurna Short Trek Accommodation

Annapurna Short Trek accommodations are Lodge and Teahouse. Around Kathmandu and Pokhara, we can find a good facility with comfortable accommodation at the Hotel. The Annapurna Short Trek all accommodations are on the twin-shared basis. During the trek, Himalayan frozen Adventure will manage room with attached washrooms. In the teahouse, we have to share the toilet. Single room is available in Kathmandu, Pokhara, and the lower elevation trekking region but might be impossible to higher elevations.

Annapurna Short Trek Meals

At the Kathmandu and Pokhara have included only breakfast. During the Annapurna Short Trek, all meals will be provided. In the Annapurna region, we can enjoy Nepalese food with international cuisine like Tibetan, Continental, Indian, Tibetan, Italian, etc. Through the trek, we have breakfast/lunch at the teahouse and Dinner will be at the lodge. You can choices different kinds of breakfast, lunch, and dinner by the menu. 

Passport & Visa

A passport with at least six months of validity from the return date is mandatorily needed. You can get the Nepalese visa from the Nepalese Embassies or Consulate in your country. You can also get the Nepalese visa upon your arrival at Tribhuvan International Airport in Kathmandu. Do know that there are few countries that have to apply for the Nepalese visa from their own country. Obtaining your visa is entirely your responsibility.

While booking, make sure to put full and correct passport information so that we can get all the necessary permits, tickets, and pay fees on your behalf. If you do not provide the correct information when you make your booking, we will not be able to make the necessary bookings on your behalf and cannot be held responsible.

Acute Mountain Sickness (AMS)

AMS or altitude sickness is one of the main risks while traversing in the high altitude. The main region behind getting AMS is when the body doesn't adjust to the lower level, and the result can be deadly. So it is very important to take proper measures on time. Gaining altitude with constant pace and proper acclimatization days will help reduce the chances of getting AMS.

Similarly, you also have to keep yourself hydrated during the trek, therefore, drink enough water and avoid alcoholic drinks as it dehydrates the body. If you are planning to trek in one of the adventurous trails of Nepal then do keep above things in your mind.

Symptoms of altitude sickness

  • Difficulty in sleeping
  • Dizziness or light-headedness
  • Fatigue
  • Headache
  • Loss of appetite
  • Nausea or vomiting
  • Shortness of breath with exertion

Preventive measures

  • Include an adequate number of rest days in the itinerary
  • Keep yourself hydrated
  • Do not drink alcoholic beverages
  • Do not gain more than 500 meters in a day
  • Try to spend the night in lower altitude
  • Acclimatize properly at a lower altitude
  • Inform your guide immediately if any of the symptoms you see
  • Do not push yourself

Annapurna Short Trek Best season

The climatic condition of Nepal differs from place to place depending upon geographical regions. One can have warm and hot wear in the terai whereas can observe the chilling arctic-like weather in the Himalayas. Nepal’s weather is influenced by a maritime and continental factor and has four different seasons, Autumn (September to November), followed by Winter (December to February), Spring (March to May), and finally, there is Summer/Monsoon (June to August).

The best time to go on an adventurous journey in the Himalayas is in Spring (March to May) and Autumn (mid-September to November). These are the best times to go on any treks and climbing trips because of stable weather and a moderate climate. There is only one place in Nepal, where you can go trekking in even monsoon (July to mid-September) and that is Upper Dolpo. This region lies in the rain shadow of Annapurna and Dhaulagiri ranges and therefore does not receive rainfall in the monsoon.

Autumn (September To November)

Autumn (September-November) is one of the perfect seasons to trekking with hiking in Himalayan Nepal, so thousands of trekkers choose these months. In fact, September, October, and November months are will be full of excellent atmosphere as well as beauty, enjoys your journey with joy and beauty. The Autumn season provides reference weather with clear magnificent mountains. The temperature is good than another season. September-November is a great time to express your adventure in Himalayan Nepal. It will also be free from natural disasters such as floods and landslides these months. It's the most famous season to goes high altitude area of Himalayan. 

Winter (November To March)

Winter (November-March) is also possible to trek in Himalayan Nepal, the weather condition is stable and the days are clear. December, January and February are the cold months in Nepal. Days temperatures are cool but the nights are much cold. During the winter trek is risk winds and colder temperatures. Above 3,000m altitude being usually snowfall and freezing. If you are looking for wonderful scenery, let choose the lower elevation trek in Nepal.

Spring (March To May)

Spring (March-May) is the second famous trekking season in Himalayan Nepal. March, April, and May is also a great option to mountain climbing and high altitude trek. At spring morning weather condition will be clear, but the afternoon sky covered by the cloud, and sometimes can be rain. You can get to see beautiful flowers like jasmine, pine, and rhododendron with wild flora. During the Spring, lower altitude trek is mildly warm and above 3,000m quite a moderate temperature. This season also best to express your adventure in Nepal.

Summer (June To August)

In the summer season, the trekkers are less crowded in the Himalayan region will be less. June, July and August are the main raining season in Nepal which involves monsoon. Bad weather can hamper travel, maybe some problems during the journey due to heavy rain. Some travelers prefer to travel at this time as this is also not an emergency period. The weather is hot and almost everyday rains. This season is better for the tour to Tibet and in Himalayan Nepal like Mustang, Dolpo region, and Nar-Phu valley because these regions are in the rain-shadow.

Trekking Equipment

Trekking equipment is the essential material used during the trip to the Himalayas, which is used on a daily basis. Without trekking equipment, your trip may be unsuccessful so we request you please follow the list. If you have not time to buy in your country, so don't worry we can help to buy trekking equipment in Kathmandu. Himalayan Frozen Adventure Pvt.Ltd will make your precious time reference and entertainment.

Trekking Equipment Lists

HEAD

  • Headlight
  • Sun hat
  • Warm hat and scarf

FACE

  • Face wipes and towels
  • Sunscreen +40
  • Sunglass

Hands

  • Waterproof & Snowproof Gloves
  • Lightweight gloves

Body clothing

  • Sleeping bag
  • Down jackets
  • Sport hiking t-shirts, preferably quick-drying
  • Fleece jacket and sweaters
  • Poncho and rain jacket
  • Socks preferably cotton –mix
  • Lightweight cotton trekking pants with folding option

Lists of Footwear

  • Water/Snowproof Trekking Boots
  • Socks preferably cotton sports socks but take some extra pairs
  • Crampon (optional)

Essential gear

  • Day Backpack above the 30 L
  • Pack covers
  • Thermos Bottel- hard bottle that can be used for boiled drinking water

Water peals

  • Umbrella / Poncho
  • Walking pole if you need it
  • Thick Sleeping bag
  • Deodorant
  • Laundry soap
  • Antibacterial Gel
  • Toiletries
  • Toothbrush
  • Shampoo

Personal accessories

  • Cell phone
  • Watch
  • Camera
  • Money wallet with Money
  • Padlocks
  • Plastic bag
  • Sewing kit
  • Extra p photos and passport photocopies

First-aid Kit

  • Diamox (acetazolamide)
  • Lozenges
  • Elastic bandages
  • Moleskin
  • Cotton bandages and band-aids
  • Lancing needle
  • Antibiotic eye-drops
  • Thermometer
  • Sling
  • Paracetamol
  • Antiseptic antibacterial cream or solution
  • Painkillers
  • Anti-emetic for nausea (not at high altitude)
  • Loperamide to control diarrhea
  • Norfloxacin or Cipro to cure diarrhea, other infections
  • Oral rehydration salts

Himalayan Frozen Adventure Pvt. Ltd porter is available for (2 trekkers a porter) who will carry up to 20 kg at maximum; therefore, keep this in mind before you pack your bags!!!