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ABC Trek with Poonhill 11 Days

Best Price
Price starting from $1,045
US $ 766 per person
No of people Price per person
1 - 1 $1,045
2 - 4 $766
6 - 8 $740
10 - 12 $715
14 - 16 $699
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Duration
11 days
Max. Elevation
4130m
Group size
2-16(Single Supplement $275)
Level
MODERATE
Transportation
Land (Tourist Bus), Private Vehicle and Air(optional).
Best Season
September to December March to Mid Jun
Accommodation
Hotel in Kathmandu, Pokhara Lodge/Guesthouse in Trek
Meals
Bed and Breakfast
Starts at
Kathmandu
Ends at
Kathmandu
Trip Route
Kathmandu- Pokhara- Poonhill- ABC- Jhinu Danda- Pokhara- Kathmandu

Highlights

    • Walk through the core part of the Annapurna Conservation Area
    • Ascend up to Poonhill and witness the marvellous Annapurna massif, giant Dhaulagiri, HiunChuli, Machhapuchhre, Lamjung Himal, and Manaslu with the first fall of sun rays.
    • Step at ABC and add one brick to your travel history
    • Enjoy walking around Pokhara city with its cool lake and waterfalls
    • Acknowledge local accommodations, foods and culture

"Experience Poonhill and ABC with ABC Trek with Poonhill and marvel at Annapurna Massif, Dhaulagiri, Machhapuchhre with stunning Sunrise


Have you thought of doing ABC (Annapurna Base Camp) trek combined with Poonhill in Nepal? If so, then go with this ABC Trek with Poonhill for 11 days. If you have got 10 or 11 days to spend in Nepal with a moderate trek, ABC trek with Poohill will be rewarding even for beginners those who planning to do other adventure trekking like Manaslu Circuit Trek, Annapurna Circuit Trek or Everest Base Camp Trek.

ABC Trek with Poonhill rewards you with astonishing walks through country hamlets, Annapurna Conservation Area with diverse species of flora and fauna and the mountain views including Annapurna Massif, Machhapuchhre, Dhaulagiri, Manaslu, Ganesh Himal and HiunChuli.Trekkers can do ABC Trek directly without Poonhill but many people who have combined these two ABC and Poonhill in one trekking trip recommend others to go to Poonhill first and then to ABC. It is because your body will acclimatize properly and you will have completely distinct experiences of being in two different destinations. What you see from ABC cannot be seen from Poonhill and what can be seen from Ponhill is never seen from ABC. If you want to know about ABC Trek with Poonhill Trek Transportation: Annapurna Base Camp Jeep Ride 

The beginners will hugely benefit from this ABC Trek with Poonhill because they can walk up to Poonhill (3210m) through Ghorepani ( 2800m) and can test their stamina before going to ABC and they can accomplish the ABC trek successfully. ABC Trek with Poonhill commences from Kathmandu with a tourist bus ride ( normally) (domestic flight from Kathmandu to Pokhara- Optional- 35 minutes). The 6-7 hours tourist bus ride takes you to the beautiful city of Pokhara.

Next, the real trekking commences after 2.30 hrs. jeep drive to Ulleri from Pokhara. The trail takes you through deep woods and the natural waterfalls of Annapurna Conservation Area letting you feel the true taste of wild nature. Then, you ascend up to Ghorepani and finally Poon Hill and can witness the marvellous Annapurna massif, giant Dhaulagiri, Him Chuli, Machhapuchhre, Lamjung Himal, Manaslu and Ganesh Himal with the first fall of sun rays.

Afterwards, you head for your final destination, ABC. Through the core part of Annapurna Conservation Area with a number of magnificent mountain panoramas and natural astonishments. The local people and the settlements, local food items and accommodations, the unique culture and most importantly the mountain view, Annapurna-I and stepping at ABC will make you enlightened during this ABC Trek with Poonhill.

Finally, you walk down to Jhinu Danda to heal your exhausted muscles by dipping your body into a natural hot spring and drive back to Pokhara with a 4 WD jeep to end your trek.

Trek Required Permits: The trek route requires two different types of permits. These are the Annapurna Conservation Area Entry Permit and TIMS ( Trekking Information Management System) Card. The TIMS Card costs USD 20 and ACAP Entry Permits costs USD 30. You can obtain these two Annapurna Base Camp Trek  Permits through your local travel partner you are using for your Nepal trip or you can collect them directly. Simply provide your travel partner a copy of your passport and some recent photographs, and they will get the permits for you.

Trek Difficulty Level: It is a moderate adventure up to 4160 m above sea level, the highest elevation of 8 days Annapurna Base Camp Trek. So, even beginners with some skills and moderate stamina of trekking can accomplish this trek successfully. However,  one requires a good level of fitness and proper preparations like regular walks and exercises on a daily basis. Having packed with the right trekking gear and with a good level of fitness, you can do this trek without any hindrances on the trail to ABC and back to Pokhara.

There is no age bar for 8 days ABC Trek with Poonhill and even beginners and people old like 70 can do this trek with the right pacing and acclimatization but need to be accompanied by a professional trekking crew.

Those who have 6-7 hours of walking stamina with an ascent of 400-500meters, getting the highest elevation of 4130 m can do this trek.

Food and Accommodation: 

Until Pokhara, trekkers will enjoy luxury accommodations and they can have the food items they like. But, when they ascend up to Ulleri and Poonhill-Ghorepani, or when they ascend up to Jhino Danda, they may not have such a chance to have the accommodation and food items. However, don’t be sad, there are plenty of lodges and guesthouses to organize your accommodation and food. Moreover, your guide will manage your beautiful food and accommodation for you during the trek. The local guesthouses and the lodges will offer you food items with certain criteria with prices mentioned in the menu during your 8-day Annapurna Base Camp Trek.

Note: Sometimes, it may be difficult to find the right accommodation during two peak trekking seasons in Nepal: Autumn( Sep-Nov) and Spring(Mar-May). 

Transportation: If you are starting the trek from Kathmandu, you will have two options: air and land and if you are starting it from Pokhara, then, you have got the only choice that is land. The flight from Kathmandu to Pokhara is 40 minutes maximum and the road trip is 7-8 hours. Even, the road gets disturbed by heavy traffic and other issues. So, flight is recommended.

After you get to Pokhara, you again have to drive to Nayapool/Birethanti for 2 hours or directly drive to Ghandruk or you can directly drive to Jhino Danda if you are following another trail and begin the hiking. While returning back from Annapurna Base Camp, you can drive directly from Ghandruk to Pokhara and Pokhara to Kathmandu. ( Flight from Pokhara is optional and still can be done in request) 

Guide and Porter You require hiring at least a guide for your Annapurna Base Camp Trek with Poonhill. Without a guide, you are not permitted to do Poonhill Trek or further to Annapurna Base Camp. The guide has a government license with coordination knowing the local flora and fauna, Entire Mountain views, well-known precautions, and local culture and speaks English very well. Even the porter will help in many ways like carrying your baggage and helping in walking if the trail is straight up and steep down.

Important Note

Trekking Mode:  On the best available lodge en-route trekking.

Trekking Grade:  Moderate walks.

Highest Point: At Annapurna Base Camp 4,160 m / 13,549 feet.  

Local culture/religion:  Gurung tribes follow Buddhism and Hinduism religions and cultures.

Trekking duration:  8 Nights and 9 Days with a short drive both ways.

Total Trip in Nepal:  10 Nights and 11 Days from arrival to departure.
Best Seasons 
To do ABC Trek with Poonhill, visitors can enjoy walks in nearly all seasons of the year. The best seasons are spring and autumn/fall, the peak time for trekking.
Springtime begins from March onward to May, when wildflowers are in seasonal bloom. The day is much longer full of sunshine and fine sunny days for views and pleasant walks. 
Autumn/fall, days are mostly clear with enough sunshine, but shorter days, due to limited sunlight hours. Cold mornings and nighttime.
If you want to know some more details about Weather in Nepal, please click the link: weather-in-Nepal
High Altitude Sickness
High altitude sickness is a condition that can occur when our body does not adapt well to having less atmospheric pressure and oxygen at high altitudes. It typically affects individuals who are not acclimatized to high altitudes and can be potentially dangerous if progresses to more severe forms without treatment. 
You need to learn more about High Altitude Sickness while doing Annapurna Base Camp Trek. click this link: altitude-sickness-information
Must Know Things Before Travelling to Nepal

People type and search for things to know before deciding on a trip to Nepal on Google and other social media platforms and find several posts about the topic. Though you are fed several pieces of information about things you should do before deciding on a trip to Nepal, you have to be very selective about the authentic ones. If you go haphazardly through the article and the information, you may be misled while travelling in Nepal and before deciding on a trip to Nepal. Ultimately, your vacation trip will be nasty. So, you must be very watchful about the must-know things to know before departing to Nepal from your country.

Various things are must-know things before deciding a trip to Nepal but a few things are much more important things to know before departing from your country. There are 5 must-know things before deciding on a trip to Nepal. They are Weather Conditions, Geography and Culture, Currency, Food and Accommodation and Health and Securities. Now, let’s talk about these 5 must-know things about Nepal before deciding on a vacation trip in Nepal detail: 5 must know things before travelling in Nepal

Nepal Travel Info

A small landlocked country situated between China and India, covering 0.03% of the whole continent, is Nepal. Also known as the land of the Himalayas, Nepal is a treasure cove for adventure activities. Eight of the fourteen highest mountains above the height of 8000m lie here. Trekkers are bound to come across countless forests, gushing rivers, turquoise lakes, and sparkling glaciers on the trekking routes. More: NepalTravel Info

Trip Itinerary

On your first arrival at Kathmandu and Nepal International Airport, a Haven Holidays Nepal representative will receive you. After being introduced to the staff, your baggage will be loaded in the car, coach or bus as per group size. A short drive to the centre of Kathmandu city, where your hotel is located. On checking into your lovely rooms, getting refreshed from Jet-Lag, then get ready for group briefing at 4:30 pm. Where you will meet with other members too, who are going to the Annapurna Base Camp Trek with Poonhill 

Our CEO brief with related information regarding the trek, and local culture. He also introduced with Trekking guide and tour guide, Including details on accommodation and food hours of walks and overnight stops and views along the treks.

Max. altitude

1338

Accomodation

Hotel

Meals

Non

Morning with pack breakfast, get ready to go Tourist Bus park for overland journey to Pokhara. An exciting drive of about normally 6 to 7 hours if it is not Traffic jams following the main Nepal busy highway, the drive leads along the Trisuli River. One of the most popular rivers for rafting adventure, the drive then diverts towards the west to reach Pokhara city. Along the drive, one can experience rural farm life with grand views of snow-capped peaks. Slowly the drive ends on reaching Pokhara by the lovely Phewa Lake side, where all good hotels are located. After checking into a nice room, having time to browse around the Phewa Lakeside.

(Optional: by air from Kathmandu to Pokhara, a scenic flight of 30 minutes)

Max. altitude

822

Accomodation

Hotel

Meals

Breakfast

Hours

8hrs

After breakfast at the hotel in Pokhara, you will take a 1-hour drive from Pokhara to Birethanti and then trek to Ulleri ( 1950m). Initially, you will drive to Kande via Hemja then to Naudanda, Nayapul and Birethanti. After you pass Birethanti, you will ascend to Ulleri. As you arrive at Thikhedhunga you will have lunch here and walk up to Ulleri. It will take around 1 hour and 45 minutes to get to Ulleri from Thikhedunga. 

Overnight at a lodge at Ulleri.

Max. altitude

1950

Accomodation

Lodge

Meals

Breakfast

Hours

5hrs

After a refreshing break, Ulleri village is populated by Magar people, the main hill tribes of Western Nepal. Enjoy the views of Annapurna peaks. The walk continues, through Banthanti, as the trail gets better on a gradual winding path to Ghorepani.
The highest overnight stops of the trip, enjoy the lunch stop along the way and continue the trek on a winding path with short ups. You will enjoy deep woods, serenity and natural waterfalls on the way to Ghorepani. walk leads amidst beautiful woods of pines and rhododendrons to reach the main welcome gate, the entrance to Ghorepani village. First, you will reach Lower Ghorepani and after a 15-minute walk, you will get to Upper Ghorepani or Main Ghorepani village.

Overnight at a lodge at Ghorepani. 

Max. altitude

3210

Accomodation

Lodge

Meals

Breakfast

Hours

4hrs

Start the early morning hike, a climb to Poon Hilltop (3210 m) takes about an hour or a little more. On reaching the top and the highest point of the adventure enjoy the stunning sunrise views. Poon Hill with an observation tower to catch more panoramic views of the staggering mountain range. After bright and striking sunrise views along with a grand panorama of the world’s highest peaks of Dhaulagiri, Manaslu and Annapurna Himalayas with arrays of snow peaks.  Being refreshed with cool morning breathtaking views, head downhill to Ghorepani for breakfast, and then continue walking. From Ghorepani on an alternative route, offers more scenic views with new places of southern ridges of the Annapurna Himalayas. Climb to the top of Deurali Hill(Thaple Danda) which is almost the same height as Poon Hill and continue a little up and down, we get Deurali to have a morning tea break and walk down to the river.

After you cross the bridge, you will ascend to Tadapani. From the river, it takes around 45 hours to get to Tadapani. 

Max. altitude

2640

Accomodation

Lodge

Meals

Breakfast

Hours

6hrs

Leave Tadapani after breakfast and then walk down to the landslide area. Before you walk to Chhomrong village, you have to be careful about the landslide area that you encounter on the trail. 

Arrive at Chhomrong and have lunch there. After lunch, you walk down to the river, cross a suspension bridge and ascend to Sinuwa.  Stay overnight at the lodge. 

Max. altitude

2340

Accomodation

Lodge

Meals

Breakfast

Hours

6hrs

Initially, you will pass Bamboo, Dovan and Himalaya before you ascend up to Deurali.  As the walk continues through dense vegetation and tree lines to reach the Himalayas via Bamboo and Dovan.  Himalaya, a settlement with 3 lodges, is located right beneath Annapurna South and Huin-Chuli peaks. A short walk with gentle ascend we get a large overhanging cave called Hinku Cave. After the Hinku Cave trail downhill close to Modi River with a short climb reaching a plateau, where Deurali is located.

Deurali stands above 3,200 m high, a nice place to enjoy the surrounding views. From here the tree lines drop for short foliage and bushes, which Deurali places at the bottom of Hun-Chuli peak.

Enjoy lunch with a leisurely afternoon for short walks around this lovely area close to the raging Modi River along with some mountain peaks. 

Max. altitude

3230

Accomodation

Lodge

Meals

Breakfast

Hours

5hrs

Today’s walk takes you to our main goal and highlights, start the morning heading up and following the river upstream. A steep climb in some sections on a grassy path, as walk climbs on stone steps to MBC (Machhapuchare Base Camp).
MBC stands high beneath the towering North Face of Machhapuchare Himal the famous Fish Tail peak. MBC with a few good simple lodges and restaurants enjoys lunch-facing views of Machhapuchare, Huin Chuli, and Annapurna South. From MBC enjoy grand views of Annapurna-I towards the west, after lunch a short climb to enter the picturesque Annapurna Sanctuary. Walk on the easy gradual uphill trail to reach a Welcome Sign Post of Annapurna Base Camp. Then climb to a grassy plateau, where Annapurna Base Camp is located with several guest houses and lodges.  An exciting and glorious place to enjoy the day at Annapurna Base Camp, stay on the laps of staggering ice and snow-wall of Annapurna-I.

Max. altitude

4130

Accomodation

Lodge

Meals

Breakfast

Hours

5hrs

A long day walk but much easier on downhill with a few short ups to Bamboo, morning bidding farewell to ABC. The walk follows past MBC to Deurali, from Deurali a slow climb and Hinko Cave and heading to Himalaya. As the walk continues reaching the dense tree lines arriving at Dovan and then down to Bamboo for an overnight halt.

Enjoy the dish you like and spend quality time with local people. 

Max. altitude

2300

Accomodation

Lodge

Meals

Breakfast

Hours

6hrs

After a pleasant overnight stop at Bamboo with the cool air, morning a short ascend to Uphill and descent to Lower Sinuwa. The trail follows through enchanting woodland and local settlements with down to Chomrong Khola / stream.

On crossing a bridge a steep climb on steps to Chhomrong for lunch or you can directly go to Jhinu Danda for lunch.

  Finally, you will drive back to Pokhara with a jeep. 

Max. altitude

822

Accomodation

Hotel

Meals

Breakfast

Hours

6hrs

Drive to Kathmandu passing through Damuali, Dumre and Mugling. Drive further along Trishuli River and arrive at hotel. Check in Hotel and relax. Buy some stuffs if you want.

Go to attend farewell dinner with Haven Holidays Team in the evening.

Max. altitude

1338

Accomodation

Hotel

Meals

Breakfast

Hours

8hrs
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What's Includes

    • All Arrival and Departure Transfer from  airport to hotel and vice-versa. 
    • Twin sharing room on best tourist standard hotels in Kathmandu, Pokhara
and Lodge/Guesthouse in Mountain on a bed and breakfast basis.
    • Tourist Bus  Kathmandu-Pokhara-Kathmandu.
    • Service of guide, trekking staff as per size, 2:1 porter(It means for two clients one porter)
    • Wages, meals, medical allowance guides, porters.
    • Trekking Permits TIMS, ACAP Entrance Fees.
    • Comprehensive Medical Kit carried by our staff if required for minor wounds and sickness.
    • Gift of Haven Holidays Company T-shirt or Cap
    • Trekking equipment: a Duffel Bag if necessary. 
    • Private vehicle service from Pokhara - Nayapul and Sewee(Syauli Bazaar) to Pokhara.
    • Farewell dinner in Kathmandu.

What's Excludes

    • Nepal Visa, Personal Medical & Travel Insurance.

    • Expenses of a personal nature 
    • Meals (lunch and Dinner)in Kathmandu, Pokhara and Mountain.
    • Gratitude or tipping for trekking staff, drivers, porters and guides.
    • Personal trekking gear, including sleeping bags and down jackets.

    • Emergency Evacuation if required by any means of transportation, including Helicopter Service.

    • Personal medical kit, as advised by your doctors.

    • Early return from the trek due to personal domestic or medical reasons, no refund will be entertained on breaking the journey.
    • Domestic tickets fare like Kathmandu - Pokhara and Pokhara - Kathmandu. 

Trip Info

Arrival 

You will arrive either by air or land to Nepal. If you arrive in Nepal by air, you have to use only Tribhuvan International Airport. Instead, if you use the road, you can enter or arrive in Nepal by land, you can different borders of Neighboring countries (India and China) like  Jogbani, Raksaul, Sunauli, Nepaljung, Dhangadi, Birjung, Kakarvitta, Jhapa, Morang, Tatopani, Tinker, Rasuawagadi, Kimanthanka etc. You can use whichever entrances you like to suit your comfort and convenience. 

On Arrival, you will have the on-arrival visa instantly if you have not applied for Nepal visa for Nepal through the consulate centre or Nepal Embassies near you or your city.  Within half an hour, you can get an instant authentic visa on your passport after producing all the required documents for the visa.

Tourist Visa Nepal

A tourist Visa is on arrival visa in Nepal. It means tourists who are visiting Nepal can get the visas instantly on arrival at International Airports by producing all required documents. It’s a quick and not a delayed process.TIA (Tribhuvan International Airport) under the Department of Immigration has been facilitating tourists flying to Nepal by providing visas on Arrival. The 'On Arrival' visa procedure is very quick and simple. Within 5-10 minutes, you will get a visa on your passport. However, You can expect some queues during peak Tourist season (Autumn-Sep-Nov). If you wish to skip those queues, you can also consider getting a Visa from Nepalese Diplomatic Missions stationed abroad before your arrival. If you have possible, we recommend you obtain a visa before you enter Nepal from the diplomatic missions located nearby you so that you don’t need to bear any hassles during the process of obtaining a tourist visa on arrival. The choice is yours.

For more information plz click:https://www.havenholidaysnepal.com/tourist-visa-nepal

Transfer to Hotel

The majority of people/trekkers enter Nepal by air and that is via Tribhuvan International Airport. We receive you at the arrival of any entry point of Nepal or mainly at Tribhuvan International Airport without any delay according to your arrival time. It may take some time like 30   minutes to collect your luggage and for security checking at the airport. After that, you make your way to the exit of the airport and the Haven Holidays Pvt. Ltd. Representative will be waiting there holding the Board Witten “Haven Holidays Pvt. Ltd” As you see the board, you have to go with him or her and we will make a very comfortable transfer to the hotel you are staying overnight. The transfer from Tribhuvan International Airport and Thamel, the hotel where you are staying will take just 30 minutes drive. 

Get checked in the hotel take a rest and get refreshed. We will give you the time for orientation after you get checked into the hotel. 

Orientation 

As you are given the time when you get checked in the hotel, you will be followed by our staff for the orientation. It may be on the same day or later the next day early in the morning at breakfast. 

We will briefly let you know the trip you are undertaking from the next day or the same day onwards. You will be stated about the highlights of the trip, preparations, equipment, food and accommodation, guide and porter, emergency rescue, travel insurance and many other important things to know beforehand. 

We will introduce you to the trip crew and have a brief talk with them so that you can feel more comfortable during the trip. 

If you have any queries, you can put them in this orientation meeting before you depart for your trip. 

Last Minute Booking 

Last-minute booking is always open for you but the same package tends to be a little more costly than the regular departure dates trip packages. Those who approach for last minute booking with us; must pay a 10% additional cost of the total trip cost mentioned on our website. 

You can book the trip you like on our website even a day before the trip begins. 

If you are lucky, then, the last minute may be a golden opportunity for you to get the same price or even less than that if one of the members of the trip gives up and withdraws the trip plan at the eleventh hour. So, if you are late to book the trip you like to do with us, no worries, you still have the option and we will try our level best to make your trip as successful and grand as other normal trips. 

Don’t hesitate to hit the booking button at the eleventh hour, we are always open and here to organize your vacation trips in Nepal. 

Trip Extension 

We are always flexible and open to the extension of the particular trip you are undertaking. If you enjoy the trip you are doing, you can extend it to longer days or longer hours. But, for this, you must contact us one day prior so that we can arrange the required things like trip crew, accommodation, transportation and other minor needy things for your extended trip. If you let us know a day earlier directly or through the trip crew you are using in the field/route like through your trip leader, you will have a beautiful time ahead. For the extension of the trip, you must add some little additional cost which we will settle in mutual understanding. 

Currency Exchange 

You can exchange your currency even in the Tribhuvan International Airport at your arrival or you can exchange it after you check in at the hotel in Thamel or other several places of Kathmandu, trekking beginning points as well.  You can find several money exchange counters in different corners of Thamel city. If you are in a rush and cannot do this, you can pay USD, AUD or CAD to the people whom you need to pay for your accommodation, food, trip costs, tipping etc. You can even exchange your currency with Nepali on the trekking routes/trip routes like in Lukla, and Namche You can ask to exchange your currency with Nepal with local lodges/restaurants/hotels/ guesthouses too. But, you need to have your currency like USD, AUD or CAD. Even Indian currency does work in Nepal while paying but only Rs. 100 rupees not 500 and 1000. You can pay with your currency with the current exchange rate wherever you go in Nepal.

Haven Holidays  Team

Haven Holidays Team is very professional, reliable and responsible. You can completely on them. They are well-trained, friendly and highly literate in their respective languages. You can share anything you like with them without any hesitation. They know local culture, civilization, history, foods and accommodation, weather conditions, expert in first-aid application and how to handle the sudden accidents on the trip. They are eco-friendly and better understand the non-human's rights and their lives. 

The Haven Holidays Team will assist you in every step of your trip to make it memorable and more convenient. 

Luggage and Storage 

If you are hiring a porter for your trip in the mountains, you can pack no more than 10 kg. in the duffel bag or your backpack. We provide you with a very reliable duffel bag to put your stuff to be carried on the trip. It will be very safe to be carried by a porter. Because it is the labour rule that a porter can only maximum of 20kgs in the mountain. Please, don’t pack unnecessary stuff in the duffel bag. Two people one porter put 10kg of stuff by each individual. 

If you think you don’t need the stuff you have with you in the mountains, you can store it at the hotel in Kathmandu.  They will keep your unnecessary luggage/stuff very safe till your return back. Ask your trip leader or hotel receptionist to do it for you before you depart for the trip. Take the luggage tag while storing the unnecessary luggage. 

Meals

Meals will be provided according to the itinerary and cost includes and cost excludes. If you are given the itinerary or cost like including BB only, you will be provided breakfast only and if you have booked the trip package including a full-board meal, you will get all the meals including breakfast, dinner and lunch. Apart from main meals, if you have extra tea, coffee, cold drinks and other alcoholic drinks, you have to pay them personally. 

During the trip, you will be given enough time to have a meal. You can enjoy the meal you like from the menu. Vegan, Vegetarian?? If you are vegetarian, you will still find the choice in the menu and our guide will take good care of you through the trip. 

You will have your meal at the lodge/local guesthouse, hotel or resort during the trip. You are supposed to have the meal where you stay overnight in the mountain during the trekking trip. 

Sometimes, you may not get the item you want in the mountain during the trekking trip/touring trip, at the time; you have to consider it very calmly. 

You will enjoy freshly cooked meals in the mountain during the trip days with local ingredient 

Trek Start 

Morning with pack breakfast, get ready to go Tourist Bus park for overland journey to Pokhara. An exciting drive of about normally 6 to 7 hours following the main Nepal busy highway, the drive leads along the Trisuli River. One of the most popular rivers for rafting adventure, the drive then diverts towards the west to reach Pokhara city. Along the drive, one can experience rural farm life with grand views of snow-capped peaks. Slowly the drive ends on reaching Pokhara by the lovely Phewa Lake side, where all good hotels are located. After checking into a nice room, having time to browse around the Phewa Lakeside.(Optional: by air from Kathmandu to Pokhara, a scenic flight of 30 minutes)

The following day, after breakfast at the hotel in Pokhara, you will take a 1-hour drive from Pokhara to Birethanti. Birethnti is a small village in the Kaski District of Nepal, Located in the Annapurna Conservation Area. It serves as an entry point for trekking heading into the Annapurna Region, particularly those starting the Annapurna Sanctuary Trek (Annapurna Base Camp), and Ghorepani Trek. Birethanti is situated at the confluence of the Modi Khola and Burundi Khola making it a picturesque spot with a riverside view and lush greenery. It’s a peaceful and charming stopover for trekkers to rest and enjoy the natural beauty of the area before continuing their journey deeper into the Annapurna Region.

Electricity

You will get a good and undisturbed facility of electricity during the trip to Nepal. Even though you go to the mountain for trekking and other adventure activities, you can get the facility of electricity to charge your phones and backups. However, in some cases, you may have to face the problem of load-shedding and the local lodges and some places guesthouses may charge you some amount to charge your batteries, backups and phones in remote areas trekking. There won’t be an electricity heating system in the mountain while doing trekking or other adventure activities.  

Drinking Water

Drinking water must be pure, safe and contamination-free. You can get bottled or purified drinking water during the trip even in the mountain which is very safe for you to drink. The majority of the people who make trekking or adventure trips in the mountains go with boiled water which is prepared by the local lodges/guesthouses on the trail which is the best way to keep you safe from contaminated water. However, some people carry water purifying ingredients and they apply it to the drinking water and they drink it. But, don’t try to drink the water from the Local River, stream and taps. The bottled water you can buy along the trek in the guesthouse.

Communication 

You can enjoy excellent facilities of communication in Kathmandu. However, in the case of the trekking trip in the mountains, you may not be able to have such kind of facility as in the cities. But, most of the local teahouses/lodges/guesthouses/ hotels on the trail will offer you the facility of  Wi-fi. Sometimes, you get it for free and sometimes, you may have to pay for the installation of Wi-fi during the trip in the mountains. 

The best way to access good communication over your smartphone is to get a local Nepali SIM Card like NT and NCELL. You get these local Nepali SIM Cards easily in Kathmandu and even in International Airport, Tribhuvan International Airport. For this, you have to present a copy of your passport and a passport-sized- photograph. You can buy a data pack via this local SIM Card and you make a very good communication.  You can make a call, and access the internet over it.

Trek Ends 

Our trek ends at the Jhinu Danda, trekkers often take time to relax and enjoy the natural hot spring that the area is famous for after days of hiking through the stunning landscapes of the Annapurna region, soaking in the therapeutic waters can be incredibly rejuvenating.

From Jhinu Danda, It’s usually a few minutes hike down to a long suspension bridge passing through picturesque scenery. Upon reaching Jeep station, the Haven Holidays team arrange transportation back to Pokhara. 

Finally, you will drive back from Jhinu to Pokhara with a jeep for around 3 Hours

Feedback

You can give feedback on the trek/trip you have undertaken at the end of Kathmandu. You can visit our office or you can do it in the farewell dinner we organize. Your feedback about the trip will always be taken positively. We need it to grow and sharpen our services and facilities in the coming days.

If you cannot attend the farewell dinner at the end of the trip in Kathmandu or you don’t have time to visit our office, you can write your feedback on the trip advisor page which will be more reliable and public. 

Trek Extra Personal Expenses 

How prodigal you are? Your trek extra personal expenses depend on it. If you love doing extra expenses on the trip, you will go to topics like alcoholic drinks, extra tea or coffee apart from the meal, tipping, some minor donations, extra snacks on the trail, some urgent personal stuff like clothing or any other equipment you immediately require on the trip in case it gets damaged or stop functioning. And, at the end of the trek, you have to give some tips to your trekking crew. For this, you have to allocate some dollars or Nepali currency. 

Typical Day

The typical trip day begins with a good breakfast. You will have breakfast at around 7-8 am and begin the day after it. Then, you will have to work/walk for 3-4 hours after breakfast and you will stop for lunch. The lunchtime will be around an hour. You will order your lunch item and the restaurant/hotel/teahouse will cook for you. Sometimes, you may have to wait for some time if the restaurant or hotel is crowded. You can find the item you want in the menu prepared by the local lodge/restaurant/hotel. If you are vegetarian, no worries, you can still find the ways. 

After lunch, you will resume your work/trek/trip again and end it in the after like around 3-4 pm. After that, you will check in the hotel/guesthouse/teahouse and get refreshed. Take rest, change clothing and go for dinner at around 6-7 pm. Your leader will help you to order the meals you like. At the dinner, your leader will share the important information for the next day’s trip and you can raise the question regarding it. The leader will orient you on what to wear, how to walk, what to carry and where to eat. Follow the instructions from the guide/leader very well. 

Why with Haven Holidays?   

·       Free Booking and Free Cancelation 

·       Veteran Crew Members 

·       Enhancing Eco-Tourism 

·       Prompt response, full safety and comfort guaranteed. 

·       No hidden cost 

·       Flexible 

·       Cost Friendly 

·       Wider Networks 

·       Expert in risk management 

Trekking Packing/Checklist  List

When preparing for a trekking trip in Nepal,  it's essential to have the right equipment and packing list to ensure your safety and comfort to complete your mission. You will need to pack smart and light. This packing list doesn’t mean you need to pack everything listed here. This list is a guideline, and your final list will depend on your preferences and judgment. Follow as per your personal needs and preferences by taking this as a reference. Here’s a comprehensive list of items you should consider:  Please clickTrekking equipment list 

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Reviews

An Unforgettable Adventure: Poon Hill Trek with Annapurna Base Camp.

My experience trekking with Haven Holidays on the Poon Hill Trek with Annapurna Base Camp was absolutely incredible. From start to finish, the service provided by Haven Holidays was top-notch. Our guide was knowledgeable, friendly, and ensured our safety throughout the entire journey. The itinerary was well-planned, allowing us to acclimatize properly and enjoy the stunning scenery along the way. The highlight, of course, was reaching Annapurna Base Camp, where we were rewarded with breathtaking views of the surrounding mountains.

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Jonathan
Austria

A Journey of a Lifetime: Poon Hill Trek with Annapurna Base Camp

Trekking with Haven Holidays on the Poon Hill Trek with Annapurna Base Camp was one of the most memorable experiences of my life. The entire trip was expertly organized, from transportation to accommodations to meals. Our guide was fantastic, providing insightful information about the region and ensuring we were well taken care of throughout the trek. The scenery was absolutely stunning, with each day bringing new and breathtaking views. Reaching Annapurna Base Camp was in heaven moment like that, and I'm so grateful to Haven Holidays for making it possible. If you're considering trekking in Nepal, look no further than Haven Holidays for an unforgettable adventure.

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David Smith
Sweden

A True Adventure: Poon Hill Trek with Annapurna Base Camp

Trekking with Haven Holidays on the Poon Hill Trek with Annapurna Base Camp exceeded all of my expectations. From the moment we arrived in Nepal, the Haven Holidays team took care of every detail, allowing us to focus on enjoying the trek. Our guide was not only knowledgeable but also incredibly passionate about the mountains, which added an extra layer of enjoyment to the experience. The route was well-paced, allowing us to acclimatize properly and take in the stunning scenery along the way. Reaching Annapurna Base Camp was a surreal moment that I'll never forget.

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Preparation For This Trip

Documents for a Trek
  • Travel tickets and trip print/picture on the smartphone 
  • Passport -with at least 6 months validity
  • Passport  Photocopies
  • Photos -4 copies Passport size
  • Visa - available at Kathmandu Airport/Check visa requirements your nationality  Tourist visa In Nepal
  • Insurance, documents that cover medical,  rescue, and airlift(helicopter) in case of emergency on the trip
Electronics
  • Mobile phone, camera and charger:  It’s hard to find charging devices that fit your mobile phone. So, keep the focus on your charger with multiple adapters.
  • Power Bank- Charging your devices is not possible everywhere. So, it is recommended to carry a power bank for backup 
Trekking Clothing
Packing/Checklist  List
When preparing for a trekking trip in Nepal,  it's essential to have the right equipment and packing list to ensure your safety and comfort to complete your mission. You will need to pack smart and light. This packing list doesn’t mean you need to pack everything listed here. This list is a guideline, and your final list will depend on your preferences and judgment. Follow as per your personal needs and preferences by taking this as a reference. Here’s a comprehensive list of items you should consider:
Head Wear
Sun Hat/Cap for sun protection - A Sun hat protects the face from the strong rays of the sun. Carry a lightweight hat that can be easily packed. Or A wide-brimmed hat to cover your ears, neck, and face from the strong rays of the sun. More information Click : Trekking equipment list 

Frequently Asked Questions

The difficulty level of the Ghorepani Poon Hill trek is generally considered moderate. The trek involves hiking through varying terrain, including uphill climbs and descents, stone steps, and occasional steep sections. Altitude can also be a factor, reaching up to about 3,210 meters (10,531 feet) at Poon Hill for this trek with proper preparation and pacing, however, it's a rewarding adventure accessible to many hikers.

The Annapurna Base Camp trek is considered moderately challenging. It involves hiking through diverse terrain, including forests, terraced fields, and high-altitude landscapes. The trek includes steep ascents and descents, as well as sections of rocky and uneven trails. Altitude sickness can be a concern as the trail reaches heights of over 4,000 meters (13,000 feet). While it's manageable for those with a moderate level of fitness and trekking experience, proper preparation and acclimatization are essential for a safe and enjoyable journey.

  • Poon Hill Trek: The Poon Hill trek typically focuses on reaching Poon Hill (3,210 meters), offering panoramic views of the Annapurna and Dhaulagiri mountain ranges.
  • Annapurna Base Camp Trek: The Annapurna Base Camp trek takes you to the heart of the Annapurna Sanctuary, culminating at the base camp (4,130 meters) surrounded by towering peaks.

Comparing Everest Base Camp (EBC) and Annapurna Base Camp (ABC) treks, Everest Base Camp is generally considered more challenging. The EBC trek involves higher altitudes, reaching over 5,300 meters (17,500 feet), and longer durations of hiking. Additionally, the weather conditions in the Everest region can be more unpredictable, and the trails may be more crowded. Annapurna Base Camp trek, while still moderately challenging, typically involves lower altitudes and shorter hiking days compared to Everest Base Camp. Therefore, in terms of difficulty, Everest Base Camp trek is generally considered harder than Annapurna Base Camp trek.

It takes a week long days for ABC Trek from Kathmandu to Kathmandu and it takes 5 days from Pokhara to Pokhara. First day you will head for Pokhara and then Sinuwa, then Deurali and then to ABC and it takes two more days to walk down back to Pokhara. If you count if from Kathmandu, then , you need to add two more days. So, simply, if you have a week long holiday and looking for a moderate trek in Nepal, you can go for ABC trek with moderate walking hours 5-6 hours in a day. You will be rewarded with magnificent adventurous walks and with magnificent mountain panoramas. The ABC Trek doesn’t require any kind of acclimatization days in its itinerary since you are ascending only up to maximum 4200m. 

You can even hike Poonhill in a single day from Pokhara but this is not a good idea. You at least require two days to hike Poonhill via Ulleri, Banthanti and Ghorepani. But if you are looking for the timing to climb or hike only Poonhill, the very point of viewpoint, then, you can hike to the top of the Poonhill from Ghorepani in 45 minutes.

 

If you begin your Poonhill Hike from Kathmandu, you can complete in 4-5 days and if you begin it from Pokhara you can do it in 2-3 days and you can hike to Poonhill from Ghorepani in only 45 minutes too. You need to get up early in the morning before the sun rises and hike to Poonhill with torchlight and trekking poles. As the sun rises, the mountains like Annapurnas, Dhaulagiri, Machhapuchhre, Gangapurna, Himal Chuli, Manaslu and Ganesh Himal are found dazzling and it will be mesmerizing to campture the breathtaking scenes at this moment. 

No, it is not difficult Trek, rather,  Poonhill trek is an easy hiking/ trekking taking you up to the top of the Poonhill which is 3200m. Poonhill Trek is for the beginners to collect some experiences and skills of trekking/hiking so that the skills and experiences will be as asset for other moderate and challenging trekking trips wherever you do. So, if you are a beginner and you want an easy and refreshing walk near Pokhara through deep woods and witness mesmerizing Annapurna Himalayan ranges, you can go with Poonhill Trek. This is a rewarding easy trek for those who are looking forward to spend a couple of days in the mountains of Nepal. 

No, ABC Trek is not hard, rather, it is moderate and sometimes, it is taken as an easy trekking trip in Annapurna region of Nepal. Even, the beginners do this trek successfully spending a week long days. Even though you are beginners and you have the confident and stamina of walking 6-7 hours a day, you can easily does ABC trek. 



The ABC trekking itinerary needn’t any spare days or rest days for acclimatization on the trail. Going up to 4200m that is ABC is not challenging and risky/hard. Majority of beginners do this trek and celebrate astonishing walks through Annapurna Conservation Area and mountain views like massif Annapurna and Machhapuchhre.

 

Yes, even the beginners can do ABC (4160m) Trek but one needs to be physically fit. Actually, majority of the beginners do ABC trek and they are successful too. On the way to ABC, they may have some minor issues like dizziness and minor headache. Otherwise, there will be no any kind of serious issues with the beginners if they are doing this trek with a good level of preparations and right trekking equipment.

If the beginners are thinking of doing ABC trek, then, they need to do some regular exercise like daily jogging, gyms, aerobics and short hikes with up and downs climbing minimum 3000m above the sea level with working hours 5 min daily beforehand the trek. You can also search for the right weather in Nepal, Nepal Travel info, altitude sickness and also ask with the people who have already made this trip ABC trek successful. If you can get the authentic information with the people who have already done this trek before, that will be the best asset for you for the preparation for your ABC trek in Nepal. 

Poon Hill Trek is graded as easy trekking trip in Nepal in Annapurna region taking you to the highest elevation 3210m above the sea level that is Poon Hill through Ghorepani village (2800m). You begin this trek from Kathmandu(1400m) and switch your trip to Pokhara( 900m) and then climb Ulleri and Banthanti( 2100m) and then finally to Poon Hill through Ghorepani. So, climbing up to 3500m above the sea level is considered to be as easy trek. So, Poon hill trek is an easy hike/ trek into the heart of Annapurna Himalayas located in Annapurna Conservation Area, the largest protected area of the world.

Actually, Poon hill trek is an easy trek in Annapurna region in the sense that there is no such steep climb with any slippery and rocky trail on the way to Poonhill and back to Pokhara. And, nowadays, you can get Poonhill Jeep Ride up to Ulleri and Banthanti and directly to Pokhara from   Ghndruk. Even the beginners, children above the age of 9 and the elderly people can do Poon Hill Trek with the average working hours 4 in a day. 

ABC Trek is a moderate hike up to the highest elevation 4160m that is Annapurna base camp through MBC that is 3700m high above the sea level. In the beginning, the steep climb of Jhino Danda (1750m) to Chhomrong village is a bit tough for the beginners or for any kind of trekkers, otherwise, there is no such kind of technical steep hill to climb and you don’t require any kind of technical skills of climbing and trekking on the trip. The more you climb, the more comfortable you feel during your ABC trek. However, you feel somehow tough and difficult while approaching to Annapurna Base Camp from Machhapuchhre Base Camp.

If you prepare well with all kind of trainings like hiking, joggings, aerobics, cardio and other up and owns walks with your backpack, though you are a beginner, you can successfully accomplish your abc trek. ABC trek is a moderate hike and sometimes, it is considered as an easy trek too. So, the trekkers who are fit and fine physically and prepared all required trekking equipment, can comfortably triumph over their ABC trek with marvelous views of Mt. Annapurna and Machhapuchhre. 

ABC trek from Pokhara is 5 days. To walk up to ABC, it takes 3 days and to walk down, it takes 2 days and you can use Annapurna Base Camp Jeep ride from Jhino Danda to and from Pokhara. So, if you have got 5 days’ time frame and you are in Pokhara, you can enjoy your ABC trek.

So, the ABC Trek from Pokhara to Pokhara  Itinerary is like this:

Day 1: Jeep Drive to Jhinu Danda and then trek to Sinuwa (2340 m | 7,677 ft.), 6 hours.

Day 2: Trek to Deurali 3, 230 m / 10597 feet-04 hrs

Day 3: Trek to Annapurna Base Camp 4,130 m via Machhapuchare Base Camp 3,720 m -06 hrs.


Day 4: Trek back to Bamboo 2300 m | 7,677 ft. m - 06 hrs.


Day 5: Trek to Jhinu-Danda 1, 750 m - 06 hrs and drive back to Pokhara

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