Poonhill Trek

Among the many trekking destinations in Nepal, the Annapurna region is the most sought-after. Due to the region's easy accessibility from the capital, the Annapurna region is often the choice of many trekkers who visit the country. As a matter of fact, almost half the visitors of Nepal tend to visit the Annapurna region. The Poon Hill Ghandruk Trek, which follows an esteemed part of the region, entails many amazing Himalayan peaks and harbors a diverse cultural opulence along with ecosystem and biodiversity which are also truly remarkable.
Home to the ethnic Gurung and Magar people of Nepal, the Poonhill Ghandruk Trek offers the major introduction to the gorgeous Annapurna Mountains. The relatively easy terrains of the region also contribute to its feasibility and preference for trekking journeys. The short Poon Hill Ghandruk Trek starts from the lake-side city of Pokhara, the tourist hub of the nation. Located right beside the pristine Phewa Lake, Pokhara offers majestic views of the Machhapuchhre Peak (6997m) and the Annapurna range. The trekking trail then continues too many ethnic settlements and villages, like Ghorepani and Ghandruk among others. All along the journey, trekkers can enjoy the cerulean mountain peaks set against the lush landscape covered in rhododendron blossoms. Moreover, one of the best highlights of the trek is the visit to Poon Hill. It is the most famous vantage point of the region from where the entire panorama of the Annapurna massif is seen in a spectacular fashion. Trekkers often visit Poon Hill early in the morning to watch the sunrise amidst the peaks. It is a phenomenal experience as the rays of the sun sweep over the Himalayas and changes their tincture from ivory to burning embers. The Poon Hill Ghandruk Trek is an easy journey where there are no fears of altitude sickness. It can be done all the year round, but the best suited time to do the trek would be from March to May and September to December when the weather conditions generally remain clear and no clouds obstruct the mountain views. 

Join Destination Unlimited for this short amiable adventure into the heart of the Annapurna region. The Poon Hill Ghandruk Trek by Destination Unlimited is a well-crafted trip made especially for customers who have a short time to spend in Nepal. It perfectly captures all of the best features of the region and we guarantee the best services throughout the journey.