Trekking Annapurna Base Camp via Poon Hill is one of the most popular trekking routes in Nepal after Everest Base Camp. It takes you through two popular trekking routes: Poon Hill and Annapurna Base Camp.
The trek starts off with trekking to Poon Hill, and then it joins the trekking route to Annapurna Base Camp (ABC). Poon Hill is like a warm up for ABC and is famous for its sunrise views.
The Annapurna Base Camp (+ Poon Hill) trek is moderately challenging, as there are many stairs and steps along the trekking route. Trekking to Poon Hill first also helps you to start acclimatizing, and so trekking up to ABC afterwards will feel easier.
This trek package includes 9 days of trekking, 2 rest days in Kathmandu, and 3 days of travel to and from the trek start/end point.
Annapurna Base Camp via Poon Hill
Highlights of the Trek:
- Trekking through tiny villages in the Himalayas in Nepal
- Epic mountain views: Annapurna I, Annapurna South, Machhapuchhre (“Fishtail”), Hiunchuli
- Sunrise at Poon Hill (3,210 m/ 10,530 ft) and Annapurna Base Camp (4,130 m/ 13,550 ft)
- Relaxing in the hot springs in Jhinu Danda at the end of the trek
Annapurna Base Camp via Poon Hill Trek Package Price
No. of People/ Price:
1 person: USD 860
2-3 people: USD 750
4-6 people: USD 700
Annapurna Base Camp via Poon Hill Trek Itinerary
- Day 1: Arrival in Kathmandu (1,400 m)
- Day 2: Travel from Kathmandu to Pokhara (822 m) by tourist bus
- Day 3: Drive from Pokhara to Birethani (1,263 m) by taxi, trek to Ulleri
- Day 4: Trek from Ulleri (1,960 m) to Ghorepani (2,880 m)
- Day 5: Trek from Ghorepani (2,880 m) to Poon Hill (3,210 m), then to Tadapani (2,630 m)
- Day 6: Trek from Tadapani (2,630 m) to Chhomrong (2,165 m)
- Day 7: Trek from Chhomrong (2,165 m) to Dovan (2,600 m)
- Day 8: Trek from Dovan (2,600 m) to Deurali (3,200 m)
- Day 9: Trek from Deurali (3,200 m) to Annapurna Base Camp (4,130 m) via Machhapuchhre Base Camp (3,700 m)
- Day 10: Trek from Annapurna Base Camp (4,130 m) to Sinuwa (2,360 m)
- Day 11: Trek from Sinuwa (2,360 m) to Jhinu Danda (1,780 m)
- Day 12: Travel back to Pokhara (822 m) from Jhinu Danda (1,780 m) by shared vehicle. Free time in Pokhara
- Day 13: Travel from Pokhara to Kathmandu (by tourist bus)
- Day 14: Departure
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Is the Annapurna Base Camp (+ Poon Hill) Trek For You?
What You Can Expect on the Trek
- Epic views of the Himalayas
- Making new friends on the trail
- Some tiring days. Lots of stairs going up and down on the trail (but a feeling of accomplishment once you get up to ABC!)
- Early start on most days
- Basic accommodation
- Lots of Dal Bhat (the national dish of Nepal), but both Nepali and international dishes are available
- Wifi: works pretty well throughout the ABC route
- All types of weather: anything from sun, rain and snow
What NOT to Expect on the Trek
- Luxury accommodation
- Attached bathroom or western toilets (in most villages squat toilets)
What’s Included
What’s NOT Included
Add-ons
- Porter Service (USD 220): The package price does not include a porter to carry your luggage, but you can choose to add it. Each porter can carry up to 25 kg and can be shared between two trekkers. Alternatively, check out my packing list for Annapurna Base Camp and how to fit everything into a 28L backpack.
- Kathmandu to Pokhara Flight Ticket (USD 100): This itinerary includes bus travel between Kathmandu and Pokhara (return trip). If you would like to save time, we can book a flight ticket for you from Kathmandu to Pokhara at an additional cost of USD 100.
- Pokhara to Kathmandu Flight Ticket (USD 105): Same for the return flight. If you prefer to get back to Kathmandu from Pokhara by flight, we can book a flight for you for an additional USD 105.
- Extra Night Accommodation in Kathmandu or Pokhara at USD 45 (Double Room): Any extra nights in a double room in Kathmandu/Pokhara before or after the trek.
- Extra Night Accommodation in Kathmandu or Pokhara at USD 35 (Single Room): Any extra nights in a single room in Kathmandu/Pokhara before or after the trek.
FAQs: Annapurna Base Camp via Poon Hill Trek Package
When is the best time to trek Annapurna Base Camp and Poon Hill?
The best time to trek in Nepal is in the Autumn (October-November) and Spring (March-May) which typically have the best weather and views. Weather can be unpredictable, especially in the Spring, but nevertheless, Autumn and Spring are traditionally the best times to trek in Nepal.
Is there Wifi available on the trek?
Yes, there is wifi pretty much all along the Poon Hill and Annapurna Base Camp trek. It can happen that wifi is down for a couple of hours, but generally wifi works well.
What is the accommodation like on the Poon Hill and ABC trek?
The accommodation is in teahouses that are basic lodges on trekking routes in Nepal. The toilets and showers are mostly outside (no attached bathrooms). Trekkers are generally accommodated in twin rooms, however, in some cases single rooms may be available but less likely.
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