Poon Hill Trek 3 Days: Annapurna Views with Female Guide
You can reach the Annapurna panorama in three days, not weeks.
A 3-day trek to Poon Hill summit with an experienced female guide, private transportation, porter support and all meals. The trek ascends through Gurung and Magar villages to views of Annapurna I, II and III, Dhaulagiri, Manaslu and Nilgiri, plus the Kali Gandaki Valley. Children from age 6 are welcome. Moderate fitness is required.
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Step-by-step itinerary
Trek and view Annapurna range
- Ascend to Poon Hill summit
- View Dhaulagiri and Annapurna peaks
- Observe Kali Gandaki Valley and villages
The experience
The trek starts with private transport to the trailhead, then climbs through rhododendron forests and traditional villages to Ghorepani. From there, a pre-dawn walk reaches Poon Hill in time to watch the Annapurna range light up: Annapurna I, II and III, Dhaulagiri Himal at 8,167 meters, Mardi Himal, Manaslu, Nilgiri and Khopra danda all visible in one sweep. The same ridge holds the sunset the evening before, so you get both without backtracking.
A porter carries the heavy load, one for every two trekkers, so you walk with just a day pack. Your female guide handles the route, pacing, and the stops at villages where you eat lunch and dinner cooked fresh. Breakfast, lunch and dinner are all included, along with TIMS and ACAP permits, hiking poles and a kit bag. From December through February, micro spikes are provided for any icy sections. The walk is steady but not technical. The altitude gain happens gradually over the three days, which is what keeps it manageable for anyone with moderate fitness.
The villages themselves are the walk: Gurung and Magar settlements where the trail passes through daily life, not around it. You are not visiting a museum. You are moving through the landscape people live in. The rhododendrons bloom in spring and paint the forest in color, though the views of the mountains are clear year-round.
What’s included
- Private transportation to and from the trailhead.
- experienced female guide.
- one porter for every two trekkers.
- all meals (breakfast, lunch and dinner).
- TIMS and ACAP permits.
- hiking poles.
- kit bag.
- micro spikes for December to February treks.
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Operated by Nepal Wilderness Trekking
Is this one for you?The trek walks three full days, so plan for steady daily movement and early starts to catch the sunrise. If you want the Annapurna views without committing to a week-long expedition, this route compresses the climb and the payoff into a short window.
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Top questions
Can children come?
Yes. Ticket types: Child (6 to 10 years). Children under 6 can't be included in the booking.
What mountains can I see from Poon Hill?
Poon Hill shows the Annapurna range (Annapurna I, II and III) along with Dhaulagiri Himal, Manaslu, Nilgiri and Khopra danda. The view also includes Mardi Himal, the Kali Gandaki Valley and the horizon toward Jomsom. The highest peak visible is Dhaulagiri at 8,167 meters.
Do I need to arrange my own meals and accommodation on the trek?
No. Breakfast, lunch and dinner are included throughout the trek, prepared along the route. Accommodation in teahouses and lodges is arranged as part of the trek. You do not book those separately.
How much weight will I carry each day?
You carry only a day pack with water and personal items. A porter carries the main luggage (one porter is provided for every two trekkers), so the walking load stays light.
What permits and equipment are included?
TIMS permit, ACAP permit, hiking poles and a kit bag are all included. From December through February, micro spikes are provided for any sections with ice or snow.
What is the physical fitness level required?
Moderate fitness is needed. The trek involves steady walking over three days with gradual altitude gain, but no technical climbing or scrambling. Regular walking fitness and comfort at altitude are what matter most.
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