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ANNAPURNA GHOREPANI TREKKING POONHILL

Annapurna Ghorepani Trekking will let you witness several beautiful and vivid
close-up views of the highest and most beautiful mountains in the world
including
Mt. Dhaulagiri (8167m.), Mt. Nilgiri (7040m.), Mt. Annapurna I
(8091m.), Annapurna II (7937m.), Annapurna III (7555m.), Annapurna IV
(7525m.), Annapurna south (7219m.), Himchuli (6441m.), Machhapuchhre
(6998m.), Lamjung Himal (6986m.), Dhampus peak (6012m.), Tukuche peak
(6920m.) among others.

Trek of Ghorepani in Annapurna region is the famous trekking path which is also
recognized as Annapurna Balcony Trekking. This trekking is fit for all age trekkers
particularly for those who are physically fit and are adventure seekers. Also, this
trekking is popular not just for picturesque views of magnificent Himalayas but
also for charming villages occupied particularly by the Gurungs and Magars
communities. Here, you can also see thick rhododendron forests which look
breathtaking during spring season and deep sub-tropical valleys.

Besides, the trek deliberately designed by Visit Nepal-Tibet Treks & Expedition
will let you explore around perceive blend of diverse culture, traditions, life-style
of different ethnic groups such as Brahmin, Chhetri, Thakali, Magar, Gurung and
many more. Above all, the most fascinating portion of Annapurna Ghorepani
Trekking is Poon Hill which lies at an altitude of 3210m from where you will be
rewarded amazing, incredible and unique panorama of the enchanting sunrise,
over the range of popular and gigantic mountains.

TRIP FACTS
Trip Duration
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: 09Nights/10days
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Trip Start from

Trip Ends at
Total Nights in Kathmandu
Total Nights in Pokhara
Trip Grade
Per day walking/Hiking
Minimum Group Size
Activities
Tour
Maximum High Altitude
Meals during Trip
Trekking
Accommodation during Trip
Mode of Transportation
Best Travel season
Dec
Trip Route
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Kathmandu
Kathmandu
3 nights
2 nights
Easy- Moderate
4- 7 hrs
from 1 Person & above
Trekking, Hiking & Cultural plus religious

: 3200 m at POONHIL
: Breakfast in Cities & all meals during
: Hotel, lodge (tea house)
: Private Comfortable Car/van/Hiace &
domestic Flights
: Mid September- March- May, Sept: Kathmandu- Pokhara - Ghorepani- Poon
Ghandruk - Pokhara Kathmandu

OUTLINE ITINERARY
Day 01: Welcome to Kathmandu (1400m.)
Day 02: Kathmandu Sightseeing
Day 03: Kathmandu Pokhara (910m.)
Day 04: Pokhara - Tikhedhunga (1495m.)
Day 05: Tikhedhunga - Ghorepani (2850m.)
Day 06: Ghorepani - Poon Hill (3195m.) Tadapani (2520m.)
Day 07: Tadapani - Ghandruk (1950m.)
Day 08: Ghandruk - Pokhara (1910m.)
Day 09: Pokhara Kathmandu
Day 10: Departure
SERVICE INCLUDED
Accommodation as per Different standard of your choice in City and
simple lodge or Tented Camp at Trekking. English Speaking Trekking Guide
& porter. All the ground transportation as per Group Size & standard of
Tour/Trek starting to end of Tour or Trek. Every day 3Meals Trekking
portion. (Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner), Camping Trek Our Cook prepare &
Tea House Trek will provide on local Lodge. All fees on Trek.

SERVICE NOT INCLUDED

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All the expenses of personal nature, Nepal entry visa (requires USD 25 and
one photograph, granted upon arrival in Kathmandu. Water, alcoholic
drinks, tips, lunch and dinner in Kathmandu and Pokhara.

CLOTHING AND EQUIPMENTS

Certain basic trekking equipment is essential on all routes we described in
this site. Depending on the area and season, we will provide you with a
comprehensive list of necessities. Here is some recommended Equipments
List for trekking in Nepal.

CLOTHING
1. BOOTS
Lightweight walking boots. If new one is being bought, walk then in to
avoid blisters. Also bring spare laces.

2. TRACK SHOES
A pair of track shoes. To wear in the camp at night or when the boot is
wet.

3. JACKET
Warm jacket. Fiber fills or down should be adequate. This is especially
necessary during winter from December to February. A rainproof jacket
with hood or a poncho. Get the one that is guaranteed waterproof.

4. SHIRT AND SWEATERS

Woolen shirts and thick sweaters. During winter months, December
through February these items are essential. Thick sweaters can be
purchased in Kathmandu. 1 lightweight long sleeved -shirt is particularly
suitable for avoiding sun burn.

5. TROUSERS
A pair of lightweight/ heavy weight trousers. Jeans are unsuitable to wear
on treks. Cheap loose cotton pants are available in Kathmandu.
Heavyweight trousers are useful higher up in the mountains in the
morning and at night. Windproof/ waterproof trousers are necessary on all
treks going above 10.00ft.

6. UNDERWEAR
Thermal underwear. These are excellent to sleep in at night in the winter
months thermal underwear are quite invaluable.

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7. TRACKSUIT
A tracksuit useful for wearing in camp and in the tent. 2 pair of loose
fitting long shorts/ skirts.

8. SLEEPING BAG
As you do not carry it yourself this may be synthetic or down, but it must
be 4 season. As most treks pass through a variety of climatic conditions, a
long zip is a good idea. A cotton/fleece liner helps keep your sleeping bag
clean. Good sleeping bags are expensive but can be rented easily in
Kathmandu (Only for treks starting and finishing there)

9. SUN HAT, SUNCREAM/BLOCK & LIP SALVE

Choose a high factor suncream (Factor 20 or stronger) to protect your skin
against the sun at high altitude. A combination sunblock/lip salve is ideal
for facial protection.

10. PERSONAL FIRST AID KIT

You should have your own supply of plasters, aspirin, diarrhea tablets and
also a comprehensive blister kit. (Please do not give medicines to local
people without consulting the trek leader.)

11. HAT/ GLOVE/ SANDLE/ SHOCKS/ UNDERWEAR

a) A woolen hat to wear in the morning and at night. During winter it is an
essential item.
b) A sunhat and ensure it has a wide brim to cover the face and neck.
b) A pair of gloves. Leather with lining and woolen are best. c) 1 pair of
sandals to wear in the cities and in camp.
d) 4 pairs of thin and 4 pair of thick woolen socks.
e) Underwear normal quantity and swimming costume, hankies.
Equipments and Accessories
a) Duffle bag or kit bag to carry to gear while trekking
b) Daypack: This is a small rucksack to carry personal requirement for the
day e.g. toilet items, camera, film towel, soap, a boot etc.
c) Water bottle.
d) Snow glasses and sunglasses
e) 2-4 large plastic bags to separate clean clothes from dirty ones.
f) 6 -10 smaller plastic bags to dispose garbage.
g) Wallet and /or money belt with compartment for coins.
h) Toiletries with large and small towels. Toilet paper can buy in
Kathmandu and some villages in the mountains.
i) Small headlamp and/ or torch with spare batteries and bulbs
j) candles and lighter to burn toilet paper.
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k) Snow gaiters essential during wither and all treks going over at other
times.
l) An umbrella (optional), which is quite useful to as a sunshade and useful
when it rains.
m) Reading materials, camera and film, game items (optional), note book,
rubber band, pen and pencil, envelopes, a diary, a calendar, a pocket
knife, binoculars (optional), a small pillow or headrest (optional).
Thermoses (optional)- an inflatable sleeping mat, trekking map, adequate
quantities of
passport photograph.

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