Tolka, Ghandruk & Poon Hill Trek

Poon Hill is a privileged observatory of the Himalayas, with a panoramic view that spans from Dhaulagiri to Manaslu, a bit far away, including all the Annapurnas and the beautiful Machhapuchhre. It is the highlight of this small trek, a pleasant 5-day immersion into trekking experience in Nepal.

Beginning in the picturesque surroundings of the Australian Camp, entering the little crowded route of Tolka and Landruk, we arrive at the town of Ghandruk, with cobbled streets, white houses and stone roofs, dominated by the Annapurna South. A trek suitable for everyone who likes walking through nature. Also, it can be easily trimmed or extended. The days are not excessively long, there is no rush and it is an enjoyable trek for children. As it is a trek where you do not have to wear too many clothes, it is also possible to do it without a porter.

If you fancy a hot spring bath, we recommend adding a day to Jhinu Danda. Enjoy its stone pools right next to the roaring Modi Khola that comes down directly from the Annapurna glacier.

In addition, you have enough time to visit Kathmandu and relax quietly in Pokhara. In Kathmandu you cannot miss Bouddhanath, perhaps the most famous Buddhist stupa in the world and one of the largest, in the middle of its square full of life. Hang around Thamel, the busy neighborhood full of travelers, but also locals. Enjoy its cafes, shops, restaurants of all kinds and counting the number of temples of all sizes that you come across.

In Pokhara, the antithesis of Kathmandu, enjoy the tranquility of its lake and commercial area, or take a bicycle to discover its surroundings.

In short, you have in your hands an excellent opportunity to experience a good piece of Nepal and savor it, even if you do not have much time. It will always be interesting to add more days if you want to visit Bandipur, Bhaktapur, Bajthala, explore into Chitwan’s jungle, or whatever you feel like.

FULL TRIP according program
 

PRICE INCLUDES
·       Welcome on arrival

·       All transfers and trips by private vehicle

·       Flight Kathmandu – Pokhara – Kathmandu

·       2 nights with breakfast in Pokhara

·       3 nights with breakfast in Kathmandu

·       Accommodation in lodges and three meals a day during the trek according the itinerary description

·       Local English-speaking Mountain Guide during the trek

·       1 guide assistant for groups over 8 pax

·       1 porter each 2 or 3 clients

·       TIMS Trek permit card (Trekkers’ Information Management Systems)

·       Annapurna Conservation Area Project (ACAP) entrance fee

·       All government taxes and VAT

·       Wages, food and accommodation, expenses, and insurance for all staff

PRICE EXCLUDES
·       International flight from/to your origin point to/from Nepal

·       Entry Nepal VISA

·       Lunch & Dinner (except indicated)

·       Tips to staff

·       Hot and cold drinks, phone calls, internet connection or any other personal expense

·       During the trek hot showers, battery charges or any other personal expense

·       Medical and/or travel insurance. For most of our treks you must have a mountain accident insurance that works in Nepal until 5500 meters’ altitude and include helicopter rescue.

·       In general, any concept not specified in this programme, as well as any need for personal assistance in other matters out of the programme

·       No additional costs due to flight cancellations, weather conditions, road closures, etc.

In option for late returning flights on the last day, we can keep one room during the day in order you can have a shower before long flight back home.

JUST TREK with no services out of the trek itinerary in Kathmandu or Pokhara
 

PRICE INCLUDES
·       Transfer de Pokhara al punto de inicio del trek i desde el punto final del trek hasta Pokhara en vehículo privado

·       Alojamiento en Lodges/Tea Houses incluyendo tres comidas diarias de acuerdo con el plan concreto durante el trek.

·       Guía de montaña local de habla inglesa durante todo el trek

·       Asistente de guía para grupos por encima de 8 personas

·       1 porteador para cada 2 o 3 componentes

·       Tarjeta TIMS (Trekkers’ Information Management Systems) de permiso de trek

·       Entrada al Annapurna Conservation Area Project (ACAP)

·       All government taxes and VAT

·       Wages, food and accommodation, expenses, and insurance for all staff

PRICE EXCLUDES
·       Tips to staff

·       Any service out of the trek

·       Hot and cold drinks, phone calls, internet connection or any other personal expense

·       Hot showers, battery charges or any other personal expense

·       Medical and/or travel insurance. For most of our treks you must have a mountain accident insurance that works in Nepal until 5500 meters’ altitude and include helicopter rescue.

·       In general, any concept not specified in this programme, as well as any need for personal assistance in other matters out of the programme

·       No additional costs due to flight cancellations, weather conditions, road closures, etc.

* The indicated price is the price per person in US dollars for a group of 6 travelers in full format as described in the program.
If you prefer, you can contract only the trek, from the pick-up at your accommodation to the return. Without services outside the trek.
We can customize your trip with no problem.
Contact us to request the dossier with detailed information and the complete price table and ask us any questions you may have.

In the whole area of Ghandruk, they are building rough roads for jeeps to give more quality of life to its inhabitants, therefore, the foot-paths are being affected in a different way, but this does not detract from the itinerary. In any case, the jeep can also be used to reach, for example, Ghorepani, and cut out days.

This itinerary can be done in both directions, and both options are good… but different

INTERNATIONAL FLIGHT SCHEDULE

Programs may have to be adapted according to the schedules of your flights to Nepal. The itineraries are designed taking into account that the international flight arrives at Kathmandu in the morning or noon. If you arrive to Nepal afternoon or later it would be better to have a margin day before starting your trek, although it is not essential.

DO YOU WANT TO CUSTOMIZE YOUR TRIP?

Related to the trek itinerary and Kathmandu and/or Pokhara staying we plan the “minimum days recommended” to have a comfortable and safe trip and trek. But always is a good idea to add some extra day during the trek (for rest or as safety extra day) or in your days in Kathmandu or Pokhara.

Like all our tours, the itinerary can be customized and adapted to the taste, needs and preferences of the traveller, especially when it comes to staying in Nepal outside the trek route.

You can opt for the full trip or just hiring the trek and travel on your own in Nepal.

EXPERIENCES TO NEPAL OUTSIDE THE PROGRAM

Whether for free days in Kathmandu or Pokhara, as if you want to add more days to your trip, we offer a number of options and extensions. With them you can add and complete activities and experiences on your trip. Some are already included in some program, but in general we prefer that you choose them on your own, if you are interested in any, depending on your tastes and way of traveling. Ask us for more information if you are interested.