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A two-day jump into the Annapurna foothills: combine a bumpy jeep approach with classic hillwalking to reach Poon Hill for a muscular sunrise over Annapurna, Dhaulagiri and Manaslu. Expect lodge nights, short steep climbs, and panoramic mountain light that makes the early alarm worth it.
A two-day jump into the Annapurna foothills: combine a bumpy jeep approach with classic hillwalking to reach Poon Hill for a muscular sunrise over Annapurna, Dhaulagiri and Manaslu. Expect lodge nights, short steep climbs, and panoramic mountain light that makes the early alarm worth it.
Morning light pries open the Annapurna horizon as you climb the last switchbacks toward Poon Hill. The air is thin, scented with wet earth and rhododendron sap; farmers' stone walls and stepped fields fall away below you while distant white ridgelines sharpen into definition. On this two-day route you split the distance between a bumpy jeep ride and a classic Himalayan walk — Ulleri’s long wooden staircases giving way to Ghorepani’s teahouses and the short pre-dawn scramble to Poon Hill for sunrise.
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Operated by Shishu Tours & Travel · Pokhara, Gandaki Province
Morning light pries open the Annapurna horizon as you climb the last switchbacks toward Poon Hill. The air is thin, scented with wet earth and rhododendron sap; farmers' stone walls and stepped fields fall away below you while distant white ridgelines sharpen into definition. On this two-day route you split the distance between a bumpy jeep ride and a classic Himalayan walk — Ulleri’s long wooden staircases giving way to Ghorepani’s teahouses and the short pre-dawn scramble to Poon Hill for sunrise.
The path follows old mule tracks used for trade between Pokhara and the high valleys; Gurung villages along the way preserve a living culture of stone homes, woven blankets and morning devotional songs. Geologically the trail skirts terraces carved into young, folded Himalayan foothills where monsoon-fed streams have shaped narrow gullies. The Annapurna Conservation Area governs the region—fees support trail maintenance and community development.
Practically, expect 4–5 hours of walking on day one (Ulleri to Ghorepani) and a shorter early-morning climb (30–60 minutes) to Poon Hill on day two followed by the return to Ulleri and a drive back to Pokhara. Trails are a mix of packed dirt, stone steps and occasional slippery sections after rain. Lodges provide simple meals and bunk-style rooms; potable water and toilets are available but bring purification tablets as a backup. Start pre-dawn for the summit to avoid crowds, layer for dramatic temperature swings, and allow time to move deliberately at altitude — the view rewards patience.
The itinerary is beginner-friendly if you have basic fitness; daily walks include steep stone steps but long distances are moderate and lodges offer rest stops.
Poon Hill reaches ~3,210m; mild altitude effects are possible—ascend slowly, stay hydrated, and communicate any symptoms to your guide.
This tour includes full board (breakfast, lunch, dinner) and simple lodge accommodation on the trek nights as stated in the itinerary.
Recent road improvements allow vehicle access closer to Ghorepani in some seasons, but the classic experience includes the short hike for views and village access.
Shishu Tours & Travel operates guided outdoor trips and adventures with an emphasis on safety, stewardship, and memorable experiences.
Morning light pries open the Annapurna horizon as you climb the last switchbacks toward Poon Hill. The air is thin, scented with wet earth and rhododendron sap; farmers' stone walls and stepped fields fall away below you while distant white ridgelines sharpen into definition. On this two-day route you split the distance between a bumpy jeep ride and a classic Himalayan walk — Ulleri’s long wooden staircases giving way to Ghorepani’s teahouses and the short pre-dawn scramble to Poon Hill for sunrise.
Morning light pries open the Annapurna horizon as you climb the last switchbacks toward Poon Hill. The air is thin, scented with wet earth and rhododendron sap; farmers' stone walls and stepped fields fall away below you while distant white ridgelines sharpen into definition. On this two-day route you split the distance between a bumpy jeep ride and a classic Himalayan walk — Ulleri’s long wooden staircases giving way to Ghorepani’s teahouses and the short pre-dawn scramble to Poon Hill for sunrise.
The path follows old mule tracks used for trade between Pokhara and the high valleys; Gurung villages along the way preserve a living culture of stone homes, woven blankets and morning devotional songs. Geologically the trail skirts terraces carved into young, folded Himalayan foothills where monsoon-fed streams have shaped narrow gullies. The Annapurna Conservation Area governs the region—fees support trail maintenance and community development.
Practically, expect 4–5 hours of walking on day one (Ulleri to Ghorepani) and a shorter early-morning climb (30–60 minutes) to Poon Hill on day two followed by the return to Ulleri and a drive back to Pokhara. Trails are a mix of packed dirt, stone steps and occasional slippery sections after rain. Lodges provide simple meals and bunk-style rooms; potable water and toilets are available but bring purification tablets as a backup. Start pre-dawn for the summit to avoid crowds, layer for dramatic temperature swings, and allow time to move deliberately at altitude — the view rewards patience.