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Ghorepani

Ghorepani Travel Guide: Poon Hill Trek, Views & Itinerary

About Ghorepani Travel Guide: Poon Hill Trek, Views & Itinerary

Ghorepani is a traditional village in the Myagdi District of Gandaki Province, Nepal, and it sits high up on the Annapurna Circuit and Annapurna Base Camp routes. Most people know it as the starting point for the Poon Hill sunrise climb. The village is ringed by rhododendron forest, which turns pink and red in spring, and on a clear morning the views stretch across Dhaulagiri, Annapurna South, Hiunchuli, and Machhapuchhre, better known as Fishtail. Gurung families run the cozy teahouses here, and their warm welcome, along with the local culture, is a big part of why trekkers of every fitness level remember this stop long after the trek ends.

Key Highlights & Attractions

Poon Hill Sunrise Trek
Rhododendron Forest Exploration
Gurung Cultural Village Walk
Himalayan Photography & Mountain Vistas

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Experiences in Ghorepani

Adventure & Outdoors

Poon Hill Sunrise Trek

Early Morning (4:30 AM - 7:30 AM)

Nature & Wildlife

Rhododendron Forest Exploration

Morning (9:00 AM - 12:00 PM)

Culture & Heritage

Gurung Cultural Village Walk

Afternoon (2:00 PM - 5:00 PM)

Photography

Himalayan Photography & Mountain Vistas

All Day (Sunrise & Sunset)

Summary

Location

Myagdi District, Gandaki Province, Nepal

Elevation

2,874 meters (9,429 feet)

Best Time to Visit
Mar - May
Recommended Stay

2 to 3 days

Accessibility

Medium