Annapurna Region
Ghorepani Poon Hill Trekking is a beautiful short trekking journey in the Annapurna. Ghorepani is one of the villages in Myagdi District lying 17 km from the district capital of Beni at an elevation of 2874m Poonhill trek starts from Nayapul after one and half hour drive from Pokhara. This trek passes beautiful villages of Ulleri, Ghorepani, and Ghandruk. In a short amount of time, you pass through beautiful local villages, rhododendron forest, and, of course, get access to panoramic views of Nepal’s most famous peaks from more than 20 mountain peaks between 6000 and 8167 m situated in front of Poon Hill. Poon Hill at the height of 3210m has a great viewpoint of the Annapurna and the Dhaulagiri ranges, along with many more, such as the overwhelming holy mountain of Machhapuchhre.
It is a relatively short and easy climb giving you an opportunity to view these spectacular mountains above 8000m, including Dhaulagiri (8167 m), Manaslu (8163m) and Annapurna (I) (8091 m). There are others at less than 8000m including Annapurna South (7219 m), Machhapuchhre (fishtail) (6993 m), Gangapurna (7455m), Lamjung Himal (6830m), Barasikhar (6635m), Nilgiri (6670m), Tukuche Peak (7650m), Hiunchuli (6441 m) and many other peaks charm through delightful villages inhabited by Gurungs and Magars.
The viewpoint on Poonhill (3210m.) offers the best view of mountains and sunrise. Dense rhododendron forests full of birds and imaging valleys make your trip more enjoyable. As the sun touches the snow-capped summits, the Himalayan giants, Dhaulagiri (8,167m) and Annapurna (8,091m) along with a maze of other peaks, slowly begin to appear, like magic, before our eyes. Anyone who loves nature and beautiful landscape will never forget this astounding experience.
If you can walk 5 miles a day and are in good aerobic shape (with a doctor’s approval), you can do fine and make it. The actual trekking is on mostly level ground with a few sections of steep hillsides – up and down. You should not carry more than a light day pack with a jacket, water and snacks. However, it is the altitude that creates the main issues. That said, the better shape you are in, the more you will enjoy the overall experience.
There’s no specific training needed if you are reasonably fit. If you are completely sedentary, then yes some cardiovascular training would be recommended. Stair climbing or hill walking will get most people ready. Remember you’ll be walking up and down rough paths for 8-12 days. You’ll be at altitude too which will make things much harder. Having a good level of fitness will help you enjoy your trek more and always remember, it’s not a race!
October, November and December is Nepal’s peak season and it is the best time to go trekking.
February, March and April is the end of the dry season and it is the second best time of the year to go trekking.
November, December, January and February, the sky is clear, but it can be very cold in the mountain. May to June is Nepal’s hot season and it can get very warm indeed. June to September is the monsoon season and the least popular time to go trekking in Nepal.
01: Large backpack/rucksack: 02: Day pack or day rucksack: 03: Sleeping bag: 04: Down jacket: 05: Trekking/Hiking shoes 06: Fleece jacket 07:Drinking water bottle-Aluminum 08: Sun glass 09: Wool hat and Sun cap 10: Gloves 11: Walking Poole 12: Torch or head lamp
It depends on your route, but EBC trek usually takes about 15 days. We suggest you not to go on a rush trek primarily due to the altitude. You will be landed in Lukla at (9,250 feet) and go to EBC at (17,500 f.). If you go too fast or rush your itinerary, you might get altitude sickness which is harmful.
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