Trip Duration
8 Days
Group Sizes
1-16 People
Difficulty
Easy
Max. Altitude
3,210m
Activities
Meals
Accommodation
The Poonhill Chomrong Trek, also known as the Himalayan gem, is settled in the heart of the Annapurna region. This trek is not very hard to travel as the routes are believed to be pretty straightforward. Still, in case you find yourself lost then there will be boards and templates everywhere denoting the whereabouts of the place. The 80 percent of the trail of this trek follows through the luscious green forests, some suspension bridges, and beautiful local villages. Any person of every age group can accomplish this trek and the best thing about it is any time of the year is the best time to travel to his place. For this reason, you can find many Nepali people traveling this route as well.
Basically, you will discover two very beautiful places while trekking to the Poonhill Chomrong Trek. The Poonhill is situated at the top of the hills at an elevation of 3,210m. It is one of the main destinations of the trek. The second place is Chomrong Village which is anaesthetically pleasing village situated in the Annapurna area in Nepal. Most of the villagers and the locals here belong to the ethnic group of the Magars, Gurungs, and Tharu communities.
Most of the villagers and the locals here belong to the ethnic group of the Magars, Gurungs, and Tharu communities. Even though the localshere are spread from different communities, their relationship with one another is very pure, natural and authentic. Nepal is considered a country with many ethnic groups with many festivals and celebrations. The people here too celebrate every festival all together and enjoy it as their own.
The beginning of this Poon hill Chomrongtrek is mostly about walking through the green forests of Nepal and there is a high chance you get to explore the flora and fauna closely. There are many unique plants, vegetation, animals, and birds found on this trail. The most common and most seen animals in this trek are the Langur monkeys, deer, Wild boars, red pandas, etc.
Besides these, the Himalayan Plam Civets, Himalayan Weasels, Yellow coated Martens and various squirrels can be also found on this trail. There are numerous species of birds found on this trek. Lammergeier (bearded vulture), Himalayan Griffon (Himalayan Vulture), Himalayan Monal aka Danfe (National bird of Nepal), Kalij, Blood Pheasant, etc to name a few birds that are the common and precious birds found in the region of Annapurna.
In addition to these easy-on-the-eyes birds and animals, there are many other small and big things found along this trail. The most loved and appreciated place and the most anticipated thing to do after you reach here in the Poonhill Chomrong trek is visiting the Poonhill Tower early in the morning. The sunrise you will be able to witness from here is the best thing that your eyes have seen of nature. It is so heart warming that you don’t even want to leave the place and just see the magic happening. The sun’s rays shine through the Annapurna and Dhaulagiri ranges which makes it more beautiful to witness and live this blissful moment.
You’ll be surrounded by nature at its finest. Keep your eyes peeled for playful Langur monkeys, elusive red pandas, and maybe even a glimpse of the majestic Himalayan Monal, Nepal’s national bird. An easy trek with authentic and cultural villages and locals, blooming forests, rivers, and suspension bridges around you all the time. The major attractions of this beautiful Poonhill Chomrong trek are the ranges of the Annapurna, Dhaulagiri, Fishtail, Mardi, and numerous more mountains you get to see. But the best eye-pleasing view you will witness is the morning sunrise and the rays hitting through these mountains. All in all together it will be an experience you’ll never forget.
The next day of the trek. We will have our breakfast early in the morning and we will ride our way to Nayapool from Pokhara by bus. The degree of the quality of the road is quite good. You will have a decent ride with the beautiful views of the mountains,alongside the twisting flows of the river around you.
After 1 and a half hours of traveling by road from Pokhara, we will reach Nayapool. We will now be traveling to Tikhedunga. It is 1,500m above sea level and the total distance of the trek is 9.2 km / 5.7 miles.
We will be walking to Tikhedunga from Nayapool. The duration is 4 – 5 hours of hiking and we will stay at the lodge there. On the other alternative, there is also an option for camping. We will stay overnight here.
The third day of the trek. After having our lunch we will be moving on with our trek and travel to Ghorepani today. We will witness the majestic views of the Himalayas alongside the river bodies near us on this route.
Experiencing the beautiful flora, and fauna, making the trek more vibrant and elegant. On this route, the majority of the traditional villages established are owned by the Gurung, Magar, and Thakali people making them the only inhabitants living here.
After 6 hours of traveling and hiking from Tikhedunga, finally we will reach our destination Ghorepani. It is 2,850m above sea level and the total distance of the trek is 12.9 km / 8 miles. Today we will be staying at the lodge in Ghorepani and the next day we will be traveling to Tadapani.
This is our 4th day of our trek. We will reach our ultimate destination to Poon Hill today. We will wake up super early in the morning and go on a hike to Poon hill from Ghorepani. The total distance of the hike is 11km which will take around 6 hours in total.
Poonhill is famously known as a place in the hills to watch the sunrise view. The place also has a tower from where you will see majestic panoramic views of the early sun rays hitting the horizon of the Himalayas. We then will return to the lodge for lunch.
After having our lunch we trek to Tadapani which is 2400m above sea level. After the majestic mornings and walkful afternoons, after 5 hrs of walking, we reach the lodge in Tadapani. To end this joyful day we will have the authentic Nepali cuisine dinner and stay for the night.
Poon Hill is situated at an elevation of 3,210 metersapproximately (10,531 feet) above sea level. This tall viewpoint provides the mind boggling and the wide-ranging landscape view of the mountain ranges of Annapurna and DhaulagiriHimal, making it a popular destination for trekkers seeking magnificent sunrise paradise.
As we move ahead in our trek the elevation also gradually increases. The second day we hike to Tikhedunga which is 1500 m above sea level. Following the trail the next day we will be going towards 2850 m above sea level, traveling to Ghorepani. While returning we will be visiting Chomrong Village which is at 2210m above sea level.
The Poonhill Chomrong trek is considered as one of the easiest treks holding only a maximum level of altitude to 3210m from sea level. A normal walking paced trek where you can reach your destination walking only 6 hours per day. The other reason why this is an easy trek is you will come across many other fellow trekker from the foreign and as well as people from Nepal. Having new friends can boost up the energy and add a fun element while you travel.
This trek is very straight forward and easy and from the age of a child to the age of an older person anyone can do it easily. The altitude of the surroundings is also not that high and the views, places, and the trail are also worth visiting which will make the trek even special.
For most of the trek, we will mostly be strolling down the path. However, there are only two times that we will be traveling by bus. On our first day, we will be traveling from Pokhara to Nayapool by bus. Likewise, on our last day, we will be traveling by bus from Nayapool on our way to Pokhara. On the trail of our Poonhill Chomrong trek, as the trail is mostly through the jungles and villages there is no route for the buses or cars to operate.
However, if there are any difficulties for the people while trekking, an experienced porter and a professional guide can help you on your way. Moreover, the local people of the villages are also generous kind people and they would also help you.
On our journey to the Poonhill Chomrong Trek, we will likely encounter a large number of lodges and tiny tea shops where we can stop and have lunch. The maximum number of tea shops are family-run businesses. All of the family members help each other and work together to contribute to their home business. However here you cannot stay for a night as it is only a shop to have a quick bite.
There are many lodges too along the trail in the Trek. The lodges have good and convenient facilities for the trekkers. The facilities include rooms with beds and blankets with other necessary items, 3 meals food systems, Internet services, private bathrooms, and many more.
We can expect many lodges and small tea shops where we can stop and have our lunch on our way to the Poonhill Chomrong trek. Numerous teashops are found during our trek. These teashops are mostly managed by all the members of the family. We can stop here and have a small bite recharging ourselves to continue the trek.
While on the other hand, the lodge has extra facilities. Lodges have better services such as bedrooms, private bathrooms, 3 meals services, WIFI, and many more. Their food menus are filled with Nepali food items as well as Western food items. Some lodges also provide authentic and traditional food items from the Magar, Gurung, and Tharu communities.
The Poonhill Chomrong Trek is an easy trail for everyone as 80 percent of the trek lies between the luscious forests with a straight pathway. Experienced potters and professional guides will also be available during the trek if the trekkers request it. As it is an easy task to hike this route, many trekkers attempt it without one. The potters and the guides are at hand only if it’s an emergency.
There is no need to be in discomfort if the guides and the potters are not available when in need. If you have a local contact near the location then reaching out to them for help also can be workable. The local people are very helpful and friendly, innocent, and fun people to be friends with. During your travel, you will also come across many other fellow travelers, and you can ask for help from them as well.
Trekking in the Annapurna Region of Nepal requires two permits. The first permit that is necessary for the Poonhill Chomrong Trek is TIMS (Trekkers’ Information Management System) for about 10 dollars. The second permit that you have to require is the ACAP (Annapurna Conservation Area Project). This specific permit is necessary as it comes in handy to help track the trekker’s information for safety.
The simplest way to get your hands on these permits is through approved agencies in Kathmandu beforehand you start your trek. With the help of this permit, you can be eligible to walk the trails of the Poonhill Chomrong Trek. You will also be helping the local people living there to sustain and maintain the place’s natural beauty. Your simple help will improve the tourism sector of the country and help beautiful places of our country to be recognized by the people all around the world.
The main highlight and the highest point of the Poonhill Chomrong Trek in Nepal is 3,210 meters approximately (10,531 feet) above sea level. We can easily eye gaze upon the mountain ranges of Annapurna and Dhaulagiri from here. However, Poonhill being the main viewpoint and the purpose of our trek, you have this view tower in the area. From there you can see the early morning sunrise passing its sunrays to the many mountains around.
Yes, it is possible to complete the Poon HillChomrong trek in 2 days. However, it will be a rush process to achieve the distance in a short time. Considering the fact that weather changes frequently, and some time is required for the acclimatization too, one can complete it but it will be very difficult.
Having a sleeping bag always comes in handy so yes, it’s a good idea to carry it for the Trek. Even if the teahouses provide a decent bed and blankets that might not be able to help you as per your need. A sleeping bag provides extra warmth, and comfort, especially at higher altitudes where the climate changes frequently.
Yes, it replenishes mesmerizing close-up appearance of the mountain ranges of Annapurna and Dhaulagiri. The trek to Poon Hill is definitely worth it. It is the highlight of the trek and a short hike to Poon Hill early in the morning provides breathtaking panoramic views of the valley and the mountains getting the early sunrays.
No, you cannot travel to Poon Hill by car. It is only possible to reach Poonhill by foot walking. The trek starts from Nayapul towards Tikhedhunga.In further days we will be traveling to Ghorepani and eventually, we will reach our destination. Almost all of our trekking days involve a hike through landscapes, forests, suspension bridges, and terraced fields. However the bus services are provided only at the beginning and the end of the trek, travel to Nayapool by bus from Pokhara. The bus services are not available later on the trek until the last day from Nayapool to Pokhara.
Depending on the condition of the weather and the pace of the trekkers the trek to Poon Hill normally takes around an hour on average from Ghorepani. As the Poonhill is a famously known place near the Annapurna area which gives better views of the Himalayas and the sunrise. The preferable way to hike to Poonhill is to slowly and steadily admire all the natural beauties that are surrounding you.
To enter in the Annapurna Sanctuary, like other treks Poon Hill Trek also requires two of the different permits which are TIMS Card (Trekking Information Management System) and ACAP permit (Annapurna Conservation Area Project). You might not need any area permits to enter Poonhill.
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