Ghorepani Poon Hill Trek Package Cost
We offer a very basic to luxury package to Ghorepani Poon Hill. The Package price ranges from USD 350 to USD 950.
Ghorepani Poon Hill Trek Guide
Ghorepani Poon Hill guide trekking is much easier, more secure and enjoyable. The trail is well marked. Guides aren’t expensive in Nepal that costs US$ 30 a day. They provide you with some company and their expertise will help you to understand Nepal and its people. Moreover, if something happen, you will have someone to help you.
Accommodation and food on Poon Hill Trek
Most of the guest houses, hotels and tea houses in this area are very basic and provide minimum comfort. The bathrooms are communal with no toilet paper and in some of the hotels hot water is limited. Restaurants and hotels serve mostly vegetarian meals, the most popular dish is Dal Bhat (steamed rice and lentil soup that is generally served with vegetables), but you can also find dishes with beef or chicken.
Permits for Ghorepani Poon Hill Trek
All trekkers in Nepal must acquire the Trekkers’ Information Management Systems (TIMS) Card. The TIMS Card is mandatory to ensure the safety and security of trekkers in the general trekking areas. In addition to the TIMS Card, you also need a to get a ACAP permit to do the Ghorepani Poon Hill trek. A copy of your passport and two passport-size photographs are required to obtain a TIMS Card and ACAP permit.
Private and Group Trek
We organize group and private trek to Ghorepani Poon Hill. The bigger your group, the more discount you will get. We handle all group sizes, normally a group of 12 or more trekkers. Each group will lead by a guide and porters. We use one porter for two trekkers. The luggage weight limit is 9 kg per trekker. Hence, a porter will not carry more than 18 kg of two trekkers luggage weight.
Communication on Poon Hill Trek
During the Poon Hill Trek, the internet and WiFi are available at lodges/tea houses paying an extra cost. However, at high altitudes, we will communicate using the phone. Depending on the kind of network you use, you might get signals at trekking regions, but they might not be strong enough. If you wish, you can buy a local sim card in Kathmandu
Preparation for Ghorepani Poon Hill Trip
Poonhill is an easy grade trek. You need to walk generally 4 to 5 hrs a day, taking regular breaks enjoying stunning mountain views. Ghorepani trek trail ascend and descend fairly. So you need to have an average physical fitness and strong determination. Some days may require longer waking hours. Participants with pre-existing medical conditions such as heart, lung, and blood disease should inform us before booking the trek.
Ghorepani Poon Hill Trek-Altitude Sickness
The highest point you will reach at Poon Hill(3,210m). Here is a low risk of AMS. While some people may feel some effects of altitude over 3,000m. You will spend a couple of hours at Poon Hill.
Trip Extension
After Ghorepani Poon Hill Trek 7 days trip, it is possible to extend this trip to Chitwan National Park for 3 days. We also arrange 3 days 2 nights package from Kathmandu and Pokhara. It costs ranges from USD 150 to USD 550 USD, it depends on the basic to luxury hotel and resort accommodation.
Porter for the trek
The porter does not include in the price. On your request, you also arrange porter to carry your luggage and the porter cost ranges from USD 25 to USD 30 a day. A porter will carry 20kg to 25kg weight. We provide normally a porter for two clients.
Charging Devices
Many teahouses have electricity or solar-powered electricity. Generally, teahouses will charge you $2 to $3 for a charging cost of devices such as camera and mobile phone. The cost becomes more expensive as as you go higher. Please carry a power bank or a small solar charger to avoid paying too much. A good Wifi and cellular signals on the trek too.
Group Size
1-20 pax will be in the group trek. Instead of group trek, a tailor-made private trek is also possible, no any additional cost for this. The group makes the trek more fun.
Tipping for Poon Hill Trek Pokhara
On restaurants and cafes, it is nice to tip 10% of the bill. Tipping to driver, porter and guide is also normal. Tips for guide and porter, it depends on your satisfaction. We kindly advise to tip guide and porter, the 10 to 20 percent of the total trip cost you pay.
Carry Nepali Rupees in 9 days Poon Hill Trek
We suggest to carry with you USD 150 to USD 200 equivalent Nepali rupees cash with you. The will be good enough to pay hot showers, charging batteries and drinks. It will not cover tipping your guide and porter.
Money Exchange
ATM machines in Kathmandu and Pokhara provide Nepali currency. The ATMs accept Visa and Mastercard. Money changer will change US dollars, Pounds, Australian Dollars, Singaporean Dollars, Malaysian Ringgit, and Euros into Nepali rupees. They do not accept cards.
Important Notes
- No extra charge for a solo traveler.
- It is highly unusual to get a single room on the trek. Expect to share with someone of the same sex.
- Meals on the trek are included in the price, but does not include hot or cold drinks, alcohol, snacks, or extra food.
- Drones are not permitted unless you have a special permit to fly them. It is tricky to obtain permission, so leave it at home unless you need a drone.
- Please arrange trekking insurance before leaving your home country. We do not provide insurance for our clients.
Equipment for Ghorepani Poon Hill Trek
It requires good quality and appropriate equipment. Especially, a good pair of hiking boots and breathable hard-shell rain jacket. We highly recommend below packing list to hike the 6-day Ghorepani Poon Hill Trek.
Technical Clothing
- Waterproof Jacket, breathable with hood
- Insulated Jacket, synthetic or down
- Soft Jacket, fleece or soft-shell
- Long Sleeve Shirts, light-weight, moisture-wicking fabric
- Short Sleeve Shirts, light-weight, moisture-wicking fabric
- Waterproof Pants, breathable (side-zipper recommended)
- Hiking Trousers
- Fleece Pants
- Shorts (optional)
- Long Underwear (moisture-wicking fabric recommended)
- 3 Underwear, briefs (moisture-wicking fabric recommended)
- Sport Bra (women)
Headwear
- Brimmed Hat, for sun protection
- Knit Hat, for warmth
- Balaclava, for face coverage (optional)
- Bandana (optional)
Handwear
- Gloves, warm (waterproof recommended)
- Glove Liners, thin, synthetic, worn under gloves for added (optional)
Footwear
- Hiking Boots, warm, waterproof, broken-in, with spare laces
- Trainers or Crocs, to wear at camp (optional)
- 3 Socks, thick, wool or synthetic
- 3 Sock Liners, tight, thin, synthetic, worn under socks to prevent blisters (optional)
- Gaiters, waterproof (optional)
Accessories
- Sunglasses or Goggles Backpack Cover, waterproof (optional)
- Poncho, during rainy season (optional)Water Bottle (Nalgene, 32 oz. recommended
- Water Bladder, Camelback type (recommended)
- Towel, lightweight, quick-dry (optional)
- Stuff Sacks or Plastic Bags, various sizes, to keep gear dry and separate
Equipment
- Sleeping Bag, warm, four seasons
- Sleeping Bag Liner, for added warmth (optional)
- Trekking Poles (recommended)
- Head lamp, with extra batteries
- Duffel bag, (waterproof recommended) for porters to carry your equipment.
- Daypack, for you to carry your personal gear
Other
- Toiletries (Option)
- Prescriptions
- Sunscreen
- Lip Balm
- Insect Repellent, containing DEET
First Aid Kit
- Hand Sanitizer
- Toilet Paper (To be provided)
- Wet Wipes (recommended)
- Snacks, light-weight, high calorie, high energy (optional)
- Pencil and Notebook, miniature, for trip log (optional)
- Camera, with extra batteries (optional)
