Poon Hill Trek With Jungle Safari

Welcome to Kathmandu, the capital city of the Himalayan kingdom of Nepal. Meet on airport and transfer you in hotel. After arrival, the group will be formally introduced to Guide for the activities over the next few days. One should pay attention to the safety aspects of the briefing. Any questions or doubts should be asked and clarified at this time. We check your insurance details and other requirements for your trekking.

Overnight in Kathmandu.

After breakfast, we will start an interesting tour of Kathmandu. Try to give a full taste of our vibrant cultural scene and the enchanting way of its people with an English-speaking guide (any language speaking guide can be provided if desired). During our trip we visit Swayambhu Nath, Pashupatinath and Kathmandu Durbar Square.

Kathmandu Durbar Square: Built between the 12th and 18th centuries, this complex of palaces, courtyards and temples was once the seat of the ancient Malla kings of Kathmandu. A fascinating piece is a stone inscription from the 17th century placed on the wall of the palace with inscriptions in 15 languages. Durbar Square, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, is the social, religious and civic center of the city.

Swayambhu Nath: This 2,000-year-old hilltop stupa is the world's grandest Buddhist shrine and is surrounded by several small pagodas. The lid of the main temple is a gilded copper brash and the all-seeing eyes of Lord Buddha are painted on its four sides.

Pashupatinath: The temple dedicated to Lord Shiva is the holiest and most famous temple in Nepal. Located 5 kilometers northeast of Kathmandu on the banks of the sacred Bagmati River, it is an impressive pagoda-style structure with a gilded roof and richly carved silver doors. There are baths and cremation places, which are of interest to tourists especially in the morning and during festival days.

Overnight in Kathmandu.

After breakfast, you will board a tourist bus and travel 200 kilometers from Kathmandu to the magnificent Pokhara Valley to begin the Ghorepan trek. As you travel, you will see amazing landscapes of terraced farms, small towns, Manaslu, Ganesh Himal, Lamjung Himal and several other plateaus. After a six- or seven-hour bus ride, you have lunch. You can choose between a tour or relaxing in a hotel in Pokhara. Lakeside offers a variety of shops, pubs and restaurants as well as many attractions and activities. Another option is to take a 30-minute flight to Pokhara, after which you can visit a city famous for its stunning beauty and lakeside accommodation.

Overnight in Pokhara.

Drive from Pokhara to Birethant takes about 1.5 hours. Poon Hill Trek starts from Birethant which you can reach by following Modi Khola. On the way you will pass many local villages, tea houses, beautiful green mountains, rivers and locals. After passing through the charming village of Hile, you reach Tikhedhunga. Then, crossing the suspension bridge, the road begins to climb rather steeply over stone steps. You are in the large village of Uller Magar, from where you can see Hiunchuli and Annapurna Mountain to the south.

Overnight in Ulleri.

Ghorepani Poon Hill Trek route from Uller to Banthant passes through rhododendron and oak forests. You reach Nangge Thanti following Bhurungdi Khola side by side. This part of the adventure where you spend most of the day walking through the jungle is really exciting. If you do the Poon Hill walk in the spring, you will see many rhododendron flowers, many wild birds and animals, and a great view of many snowy mountains. You will reach Ghorepani after a short trek through the jungle. Ghorepani is a great place to stay and enjoy amazing views of Dhaulagiri, South Annapurna, Hiunchul and Annapurna.

Overnight in Ghorepani.

From Ghorepan, a short journey leads to Poonhill, where you can enjoy a wonderful panorama of the mountains and a magnificent sunrise. Poon Hill is the biggest viewpoint of this Ghorepan and Poon Hill trek and is definitely a photographer's wish. It takes about an hour to walk to the top of the mountain at a height of 3,210 meters. From there you can see the Himalayas including Annapurna, Bahari Shikhar, Hiuchuli, Nilgiri, Dhaulagiri, Tukuche, Lamjung Himal, Manaslu, Machhapuchhre and other peaks. After taking enough amazing photos of the sun rising over the mountains, you will return to Ghorepan Guest House for breakfast before heading to Tadapan. Ghorepani and Annapurna Circuit are connected by a beautiful forest track that passes through oak and rhododendron forests and leads to Deural. Banthanti can be reached by a route that descends through an alpine rose forest. The road then rises and passes through sugarcane fields to reach Bhurungdi Khola, after which it climbs again through steep forests for 20 minutes before reaching Tadapan, another beautiful settlement with breathtaking views of the Annapurna peaks.

Overnight in Tadapani.

Ghorepani with Poon Hill Trek The journey from Tadapan to Ghandruk through oak and rhododendron forest is relatively easy. During the walk, you will see wildflowers that add considerable appeal to the area. The journey continues towards Ghandruk via Baisi Kharka. When you reach Ghandruk, you can see Annapurna South, Gangapurna, Machapuchare, Annapurna III and Hiunchuli. A museum and a Buddhist monastery are among the many cultural attractions. Its distinctive architectural design, where most of the homes have stone walls and slate roofs, fascinates people the most. Now your journey is over. The journey from Ghandruk to Pokhara by bus or vehicle takes about three hours.

Overnight in Pokhara.

After breakfast at the hotel in Pokhara, drive to Chitwan Jungle Safari. Upon arrival at your hotel in Chitwan Sauraha, you will receive a quick overview of your 2-night 3-day Chitwan National Park tour package, welcome drinks and be directed to your rooms. Your guide will take you on a walk to a typical Tharu village where you will learn about their unique culture, lifestyle and famous Mithila paintings.The Chitwan National Park Tourist Center on the banks of the Rapti River is your next destination. You can learn more about the park's history and special features and end your trip with a stunning sunset. The indigenous Tharu people will give you a traditional performance. In addition to hearing about their culture, the show introduces unusual dances such as the peacock dance and the fire dance. At the end, you also have a chance to perform with the characters. 

Overnight in Chitwan Jungle Camp.

Experience an exciting canoe trip to Rapti Khola, where you may spot the endangered Marsh Mugger and Gharial species. Learn about unique plants and animals in the jungle from a wildlife expert on the opposite bank. Enjoy a unique elephant bathing experience on the way back, swimming with elephants and witnessing Mahoud elephants bathe their animals in the river. Take an elephant safari in Chitwan National Park, known for its diverse wildlife including one-horned rhinoceros, Bengal tigers, bears, leopards, and various bird species.

Overnight in Chitwan Jungle Camp.

In the morning you will have the opportunity to do some shopping in the city as today is your departure day. You can participate in elephant breeding, where you can observe how beautiful, tame mother elephants form strong bonds with their young. Bird watching tours are another possible option. After a late breakfast, you will be driven back to the station from the hotel. Chitwan Jungle Safari ends here. After the jungle safari, drive or fly to Kathmandu.

Overnight in Kathmandu.