Ghalegaun to Poon Hill Trek

The foot of Lamjung Himal, Ghale Gaun (village) is situated, is an exotic pristine village endowed with an unparalleled scenic grandeur and a home to world famous Gurkha soldiers- the Gurungs. Repository of a unique ethnic culture Ghale village is a true microcosm of stunning natural beauty mixed with an unspoiled ethnic lifestyle. Ghanapokhara is a beautiful village heading towards development with a concept of eco-tourism. It lies at north of Lamjung district in the close proximity of Ghale village at the top of Dashthar Danda at an altitude of 2100 m. Ghale village and Ghanpokhara are chief brave Gurung settlements; they nestle amidst mountains, rivers, streams, waterfalls and green forests. These places command a super breathtaking view of majestic western Himalayas including Machhapuchhare(6693m) Annapurna (8091m), Annapurna II (7939m) Annapurna IV (7525m), LamjungHimal, BouddhaHimal(6974m), Himalchuli (6747m) and some other peaks.

Ghale village- is a wonderful experience in itself as it goes crossing over the Marsyandi, Khudi and Midim rivers; passing through rhododendrons blossoming along the way amidst the chirping of birds and wild insects. The route of trekking passes through dense jungle and villages and impressive waterfalls. Nearby Talyngo Lake and Lami Lake add new dimension to these attractions. Activities around this village including bird watching at Talangyo Lake, and visitors to the Utter Kanya temple, Pempro fall, Batase cave and the Khudi hydroelectric dam site.

The Poon Hill trek in the Annapurna Conservation Area offers spectacular mountain views all along the trail, with close-ups of the Annapurna and Dhaulagiri mountain ranges. This stretch is mostly inhabited by the Gurung people who will welcome you warmly to their homestays. Although the Annapurna Area is the most popular trekking region in Nepal most of the lower altitude trails don’t see very many tourists (yet) and you will find yourself having the beautiful forests and trails all to your self in many sections.

Brief Itinerary

Day 1 Kathmandu – Besisahar (6 hr bus ride) or Pokhara – Besisahar (4 hrs bus ride). Take jeep service to Ghalegaun (2080 m) 2 hrs

Day 2 Ghalegaun (2080 m) – Pasgaun (1650 m) 6 hrs

Day 3 Pasgaun (1650 m) – Bhachok (1315 m) 5 hrs

Day 4 Bhachok (1315 m) – Yangjakot (1450 m) 6 hrs

Day 5 Yangjakot (1450 m) – Sikles (1950 m) 6-7 hrs

Day 6 Sikles (1950 m) – Ghalekharka (1675 m) 6-7 hrs

Day 7 Ghalekharka (1675 m) – Lwang (1440 m) 6 hrs

Day 8 Lwang (1440 m) – Ghandruk (1960 m) 6 hrs

Day 9 Ghandruk (1960 m) – Ghorepani (2800 m) 7-8 hrs

Day 10 Ghorepani (2800 m) – Tikot (2280 m) via sunrise viewing at Poon Hill (3210 m) 5 hrs

Day 11 Tikot (2280 m) – Beni (850 m) 4 hrs trek and bus to Pokhara (4 hrs)

Day 12 Flight or bus to Kathmandu