Overview of
Poon Hill Trek
1B
Nepal is the most exciting incentive travel
destination in the world with an exhilarating blend of unique ethnicity
proudly preserved. Amusing, enchanting adventure, and remarkable natural
beauty which will be incredible to see and experience. The great culture,
people, tradition, and ancient traditional hospitality are an added
bonus, of course. This is a relatively easy trek for those that are not
into high altitude trekking, and gives you a chance to see some lovely
areas of the Annapurna Himal.
Itinerary
Day
01:
Arrive Kathmandu overnight at the Hotel.
Day 02:
Guided Sightseeing in Kathmandu and some preparations for the climb.
Day 03:
Flight to Pokhara
After
breakfast we will fly to Pokhara. After checking in at the hotel we
will head out to view the major sites to include Vindyavasini Temple,
and Mahendra Cave. We will also visit the Tibetan Refugee Camp and
continue to David Falls before getting back to the Hotel. You will have
some free time around Pokhara city to explore in on your own.
Day 04 : Start the Trek - reach Ghandrung
After breakfast, drive to the trek starting point Naya Pul (1 hr). The
trek starts with descent of an hour to Birethanti. We then walk through
the rice fields along the riverside to Syaulibazar. To reach Ghandrung
(1,950m) we climb through rice fields and forest. Here you will find an
interesting Gurung village with a good chance to see the famous Fishtail
mountain, Machupuchre. Overnight Lodge.
Day 05 : Tadapani
Today we will trek through the dense forest preserved by
Annapurna Conservation Area Project (ACAP) for 3 hours. We will reach
Banthanti for lunch after which the route ascends and descends until be
reach Tadapani (2,540m). Lodge Overnight.
Day 06 : Ghorepani
The climb today is steep in some places as we head through a mixed
forest of oak, magnolia and rhododendron to a small forest clearing at
Banathati. The trail then heads up to a ridge with fine views and drops
a little to Ghorapani at 2834 meters. (Trekking: 5 hrs) Overnight Lodge.
Day 07: Hike up Poon Hill. Trek to Tirkhedhunga
This morning we trek up Poon Hill at 3210m, a vantage point to view the
Dhaulagiri (8167 m) and the Annapurna massif. We then head through
rhododendron forest and make a steep descent on a stone staircase to Tirkhedungha (1,360m). (Trekking: 6 hrs) Overnight Lodge.
Day 08 : Nayapul. Drive back to Pokhara
Today is an easy walk of 3/4 hours which will bring us back to Naya Pul,
from where we will drive to Pokhara (1hr). Enjoy the attractions of
Pokhara on your own. Overnight Hotel.
Day 09: Fly to Kathmandu
This morning we will rise early and drive to
Sarangkot for a view of the sunrise over Machupuchre. After breakfast
,elephant, land rover and canoes will transfer you to waiting vehicles.
You will drive to the airport and fly back to Kathmandu. The rest of the
day will be at leisure in Kathmandu. Overnight Hotel.
Day 10: Final Departure
Final Departure from Kathmandu.
End of services
Grade - 1b FP
A combination of long days
with steep paths and some mountain scrambling. The route follows
reasonable paths through thick vegetation, up hillsides, slippery
shale surfaces. Snow and or ice may be encountered along the route.
There is no need for technical climbing equipment. Altitude levels
up to and around to 4200m. Medium risk of altitude sickness.
General level of fitness is
required e.g. hill walking for about 5km. Daypacks will weight about
4kg.
Fully Portered
Nepal Visa Requirement
Entry
Tourist entry visas can be obtained for the following duration from
Nepal Embassy/ Consulate or Mission offices abroad, or at the following
entry points in Nepal:
Tribhuvan International Airport, Kathmandu
Kakarvitta, Jhapa (Eastern Nepal)
Birganj, Parsa (Central Nepal)
Kodari, Sindhupalchowk (Northern Border)
Belhiya, Bhairahawa (Rupandehi, Western Nepal)
Jamuna, Nepalgunj (Banke, Mid Western Nepal)
Mohana, Dhangadhi (Kailali, Far Western Nepal)
Gaddachauki, Mahendranagar (Kanchanpur, Far Western Nepal)
Tourist Visa Fees
Multiple entry 30 days US$ 40 or equivalent convertible currency
Multiple entry 90 days US$ 100 or equivalent convertible currency
Tourist Visa Extension
Visa extension fee for 15 days or less is US $ 30 or equivalent
convertible currency and visa extension fee for more than 15 days is US$
2 per day
Tourist visa can be extended for a maximum period of 150 days in a
single visa year (January – December).
Indian nationals do not require visa to enter into Nepal.
Transit Visa
Transit visa for one day can be obtained from Nepal's immigration
offices at the entry points upon the production of departure flight
ticket via Tribhuvan International Airport in Nepal, by paying US $ 5 or
equivalent convertible currency.
