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Poon Hill sunrise over Annapurna range Nepal
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Nepal's Best Sunrise Best 4–5 Days ★ 4.8 Rated
Nepal Trekking

Poon Hill Trek

Wake before dawn at 3,210m and watch the first light paint Dhaulagiri, Annapurna and Machhapuchhre gold. Nepal's most iconic sunrise.

Distance
~50 km
Max Altitude
3,210m
Best Season
Oct–Nov, Mar–Apr
From
NPR 28,000
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Why Poon Hill

Nepal's Most Rewarding Morning Hike

Poon Hill sits at 3,210m in the Annapurna foothills, framing a jaw-dropping 180° panorama of eight peaks above 7,000m. The trek from Pokhara is just 4–5 days — accessible for beginners yet deeply rewarding.

The trail winds through rhododendron forests ablaze in spring, traditional Gurung villages and serene teahouses. The 4 AM climb to the viewpoint is a rite of passage for every Nepal traveller.

8+
Peaks Visible
4–5
Days Trek
Easy
Difficulty
Annapurna range Nepal Poon Hill view dawn
Rhododendron forest Nepal Ghorepani trek
Mountain valley Annapurna Gurung village Nepal
Trail Highlights

Key Stops Along the Route

Poon Hill viewpoint sunrise Annapurna panorama
Summit
Poon Hill Viewpoint
3,210m — Annapurna I, Dhaulagiri & Machhapuchhre panorama
Ghorepani village Nepal 2860m
Base Camp
Ghorepani
2,860m gateway village — stay overnight before the summit
Rhododendron forest Nepal Ghorepani blooming
Scenic
Rhododendron Forest
Nepal's national flower blazing red & white in March–April
Tadapani Gurung village Nepal valley view
Village
Tadapani
Peaceful Gurung village with sweeping valley views
Tikhedhunga waterfall stone steps Nepal trek
Start Point
Tikhedhunga
Trek start with waterfall & traditional stone stairway
Ulleri village Nepal 3000 stone steps Magar
Village
Ulleri
Famous 3,000-step stone staircase through Magar culture
Experiences

Top Activities on the Trek

Poon Hill sunrise Annapurna Nepal golden hour
Pre-Dawn Hike
Sunrise at Poon Hill
4 AM climb to watch peaks turn golden — Annapurna to Dhaulagiri
Rhododendron forest walk Ghorepani Nepal spring
Forest Walk
Rhododendron Trail
Walk through blooming canopy — vivid red & pink in spring
Gurung village Nepal Ghandruk teahouse culture
Culture
Gurung Village Life
Teahouse stays, folk stories & home-cooked meals with local families
Accommodation

Where to Stay

Hotel Middle Path Pokhara lakeside
Base Hotel · Pokhara
Hotel Middle Path & Spa
Lakeside hotel with mountain views, hot showers — ideal pre/post-trek stay
NPR 3,500 /night
Moonlight Teahouse Ghorepani Nepal trek
Teahouse · Ghorepani
Moonlight Teahouse
5-min walk from Poon Hill. Dal bhat & mountain views at sunrise
NPR 800 /night
Waterfront Resort Pokhara luxury post-trek
Luxury · Pokhara
Waterfront Resort Pokhara
Lakeside spa resort with pool & Annapurna views — perfect post-trek recovery
NPR 12,000 /night
Budget teahouse Ulleri Nepal trek guesthouse
Budget · Trail
Ulleri Guesthouse
Simple guesthouse on the stone stairway trail — meals & fireside included
NPR 400 /night
Day by Day

5-Day Poon Hill Itinerary

Day 1
Pokhara → Tikhedhunga
  • Drive Pokhara → Nayapul (1.5 hrs)
  • Trek Nayapul → Tikhedhunga (~3 hrs)
  • Pass through Birethanti village
  • Night at Tikhedhunga teahouse (1,540m)
Day 2
Tikhedhunga → Ghorepani
  • Climb the famous 3,000 stone steps through Ulleri
  • Trek through rhododendron forest
  • Pass Banthanti and Nangethanti
  • Arrive Ghorepani (2,860m)
Trail Food

What to Eat on the Trek

Dal Bhat Nepal trekking food teahouse
Dal Bhat
The trekker's staple — unlimited refills of lentil soup, rice & vegetables. Fuels every climb.
Momo dumplings Nepal teahouse trek
Momo
Steamed dumplings stuffed with veg or yak cheese — a teahouse favourite after a long day
Gurung thali Nepal local food platter
Gurung Thali
Local platter with mustard greens, smoked pork, nettle soup & finger millet bread
Butter tea Tibet altitude trekking Nepal
Butter Tea
Tibetan-style salted butter tea — warms the body at altitude, an acquired taste worth trying
Insider Advice

Poon Hill Trek Tips

⏰
Start summit at 4 AM
Ghorepani to Poon Hill is only 45 min but every trekker heads up at dawn — start early to get a good spot on the viewpoint platform.
🌸
Go in spring for rhododendrons
March–April brings Nepal's national flower into full bloom. Autumn (Oct–Nov) offers the clearest mountain views — pick based on priority.
🎒
Pack warm layers
Temperatures at Ghorepani drop below 0°C at night even in spring. Down jacket, gloves and sleeping bag liner are essential for the pre-dawn summit.
💰
Carry cash — no ATMs on trail
No ATMs after Nayapul. Carry enough rupees for teahouse meals, permits and tips. Get TIMS & ACAP permits in Pokhara before you start.
Trail Route

Poon Hill Trek Route

Annapurna mountains Nepal Poon Hill panorama
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Chase Nepal's Most Famous Sunrise

Packages from NPR 28,000 per person. All permits, guide, teahouse accommodation and transport included.

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Location

Poon Hill, Ghorepani on the Map

Annapurna Conservation Area — accessible from Nayapul near Pokhara

Poon Hill Trek from
NPR 28,000 / person
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