Poon Hill Hot Spring Trek

10 Days

Overview

Poonhill Hot Spring Trek is a great trekking package in the Annapurna region that lets you quench your thirst for trekking in the awesome trail of the Annapurna region and have a relaxing bath in a natural hot spring. Poonhill hot spring trek is a relatively easy walk in the mystical trekking trail filled with exotic Himalayan beauty and natural glamor. This trek provides you with a unique blend of natural sightseeing and exotic adventure in the Himalayan region. This trek is an ideal package for all kinds of trekkers as it requires no physical caliber to accomplish the adventure. Having a relaxing bath in the natural hot spring in Jhinudanda is the foremost attraction of this trek.

Breakfree Adventures 10-Days Poonhill Hot Spring trek commences with a scenic drive to Pokhara; the city of lakes. Our trekking expedition begins Nayapul from where we trek through the beautiful trail to reach Tikhedhunga. The next day we start our expedition and walk via Ulleri to reach Ghorepani. The route provides a superb picturesque view of Mt. Annapurna range. Upon reaching Ghorepani we rest for the night and the next morning we continue our trekking expedition until we reach Tadapani. From Tadapani we will trek to Jhinu and spend some time dipping ourselves in the natural hot spring of the Himalayan region. After having a relaxing bath in a natural hot spring in Jhinu we descend to Pothana. We have to cross Modi Khola and climb to Landruk village before reaching Pothana. The next morning we get back to Pokhara enjoying the exotic beauty of nature and high rising Himalayas. We wrap up our 10 days Poonhill Hot Spring Trek by driving back to Kathmandu. Our professionally designed itinerary ensures maximum comfort and security throughout the trekking endeavor.

Outline Trekking Itinerary for Poon Hill Hot Spring Trek
Day 01 : Arrival at Kathmandu
Day 02 : Kathmandu to Pokhara (6 Hour’s drive)
Day 03 : Pokhara to Tikhedhunga (1540m) [5-6 Hours]
Day 04 : Tikhedhung to Ghorepani (2800m) [5-6 Hours]
Day 05 : Ghorepani to Tadapani (2590m) [5 Hours]
Day 06 : Tadapani to Jhinu (1750m)
Day 07 : Jhinu to Pothana (2870m)
Day 08 : Pothana to Pokhara
Day 09 : Pokhara to Kathmandu
Day 10 : Transfer to airport for your onward destination

Trip Highlights

  • Enjoy scenic drive from Kathmandu - Pokhara - Kathmandu
  • Carry out Adventure Trekking in the Annapurna Region
  • View beautiful Himalayas including Annapurna south, Gangapurna, Annapurna III, Hiunchuli and Machhapuchhre Himal
  • Witness exotic landscape and geography
  • Explore local culture and tradition of people living in the Himalayan region
  • View spectacular sunrise view from Poonhill
  • Relax bath in natural hot spring
  • Enjoy fascinating and easy trekking trail

Itinerary

Today is the day when you will be received at the International Airport. A representative of the company will be waiting to welcome you at the gates. He will then take you by private vehicle to your three star hotel where you will stay for the night. If there is any energy left in you, you can freshen up and haunt the neighbourhood of your hotel to see what it is like in the city.

We are all set to set off to the magical city of Pokhara today. We will either board a flight or drive to Pokhara in a Tourist bus. The flight to Pokhara offers a great view of Himalayan range and mystical landscape of Nepal. If we drive to Pokhara we will have a great opportunity to discover the beautiful rivers, green forests, hills and magnificent Himalayas. It will take us approximately five hours to reach Pokhara by a tourist bus. Upon reaching Pokhara our representative will escort you to the hotel where you stay for the night.

We will be starting our trekking expedition today. Early in the morning we will drive to Nayapul in a private vehicle. On the way to Nayapul we can see wonderful view of Machhapucchere (Fishtail), Annapurna range along with other Himalayas. After reaching Nayapul, we start our trekking expedition and walk until we reach Birethanti which is the main entrance of Ghorepani trek. We will then climb gently through the bank of stream until we reach Tikhedhunga. En route we will see natural waterfall and traditional villages. Upon reaching Tikhedhunga, we will have a rest at a guest house.

Today, we will be walking for about 6 hours to reach Ghorepani. We start early in the morning, the trail descends a bit and then climb up to Ulleri. Ulleri is a beautiful village with the Magar settlement. We further continue to walk and the trail now ascends to Banthanti. On the way we can see the eye popping view of Annapurna South. We still continue to trek through the dense forest filled with Rhododendrons, Magnolia and Oak tree until we reach Ghorepani. Overnight, we stay at a guest house in Ghorepani.

We wake up early in the morning, have our breakfast and spend some time taking photos of beautiful sceneries from Ghorepani. After breakfast, we start our expedition and walk until we reach Punhill. Punhill is a beautiful place and is rather famous for enjoying the view if sunrise and sunset. Punhill also offers a superb view of Annapurna range. We will spend couple of minutes in Punhill capturing all the beautiful views in our cameras. We will further continue our trek expedition through the beautiful route until we reach Tadapani. Tadapani is a small village in the middle of the forest. Overnight, we stay at the guest house in Tadapani.

We will be descending to Jhinu danda today to enjoy the relaxing bath in a natural hot spring. We start going steeply downhill towards the Jhinu following the trail that offers the great view of natural glamor of the Annapurna region. Upon reaching Jhinu we take a relaxing bath in the natural hot spring. We may choose to walk around Jhinu later in the evening. Overnight, we stay at a guesthouse in Jhinu.

Today we will be trekking to reach Pothana. We wake up in the morning and spend some time in Jhinu enjoying the Himalayan glamor of the region. We will spend some time capturing the magical moments in our cameras. We will later descend down to Modi Khola and start climbing up to reach the village of Landruk. The trail then passes through the paddy fields and reached Deurali. Trekking further we will reach Pothana where we stay overnight at a guesthouse.

We wake in the morning and spend some time in Pothana. Pothana is situated on the ridge and it offers spectacular views of Annapurna Massif, Mt. Fishtail along with other Himalayas. We will then start our trekking adventure to reach Phedi. It will take us approximately three hours to reach Phedi from Pothana. On the way we will be greeted by the superb view of lush forests and beautiful Himalayas. From Phedi we will catch a private vehicle that will drive us to Pokhara. Upon reaching Pokhara you may choose to walk around the lakeside or spend couple of time buying token of love to your loved ones. Overnight, we stay at a hotel in Pokhara.

We will drive back to Kathmandu on a Tourist bus today. Driving back to Kathmandu is a great fun as it offers wonderful views of beautiful rivers, landscapes and traditional villages on our way back. Upon reaching Kathmandu we will organize a farewell dinner at an authentic Nepali restaurant. The traditional dances and cultural shows at the restaurants would be a great opportunity to understand the Nepali culture and tradition. After the dinner we will get back to the hotel for the overnight stay.

Your trip to the majestic country of Nepal comes to an end today! You will be escorted by one of the representatives of Breakfree Adventures to the international terminal of Kathmandu airport approximately three hours before your flight schedule. We exchange our last good-byes and now you will be leaving Nepal with all the good memories you had during the Poonhill Hot Spring Trek. We hope you had a lovely experience with us. Breakfree Adventures would be obliged to be your travel partner during your next adventure trip to Nepal. Have a safe flight back home!

Cost

What is Included

  • Airport pick up / drop off by private vehicle as per the itinerary.
  • Accommodation in Kathmandu including breakfast as per the itinerary.
  • Kathmandu - Pokhara - Kathmandu by tourist bus.
  • Accommodation in Pokhara including breakfast as per the itienrary.
  • Pokhara - Nayapul - Pokhara by private vehicle.
  • Accommodation during the trek at guest houses/lodges.
  • Meals (Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner) during the trek.
  • Experienced English speaking trekking guide and necessary porters (1 Porter for 2 trekkers) during the trek including their transportation, food, accommodation, salary, equipments and insurance.
  • Annapurna Conservation area entrance Permit and fees.
  • Trekker's Information Management System (TIMS) card fees. (Please bring 2 passport size photos for TIMS & Permit)
  • First Aid medical kit.
  • Duffle bag, down jacket, sleeping bag and walking pole.
  • Breakfree Adventures T-shirt, trekking map and trip achievement certificate
  • Farewell dinner in Authentic Nepali Restaurant.
  • All government taxes, VAT and office service charge.

What is Not Included

  • Lunch and Dinner in Kathmandu and Pokhara
  • Extra night accommodation in Kathmandu and Pokhara if needed
  • Nepal entry visa fee (bring accurate USD cash and two passport photographs for faster service)
  • International airfare and travel insurance
  • Personal expenses (phone calls, internet, laundry, bar bills, battery recharge, hot shower etc.)
  • Any kind of drinks (tea/coffee, hot chocolate, boiled water, bottle water, cola, beer etc.)
  • Tips for guide and porters.

Trip Information

 

We will provide you with comprehensive information on the every trek and tour we arrange. Please do not hesitate to contact us if you require more information or have any questions, we are more than happy to assist you in anyway.

When to go:
Spring (mid-February, March, April, May) and Autumn (October, November) are the best seasons for the Poon Hill Hot Spring Trek. Trekking in summer/monsoon (June, July) will be affected by rain but summer trek could be a boon for a keen botanist.

Travel Insurance:
Travel insurance is highly recommended and is in fact compulsory should you be going trekking, rafting, paragliding etc. We require that, at a minimum, you are covered for personal injury, medical expenses, repatriation expenses, helicopter rescue, loss of luggage, etc. We strongly recommend that the policy also covers personal liability, cancellation, curtailment and loss of luggage and personal effects. Please check with your insurance company that adventure activities and trekking above 3000m are covered in your policy, as some companies do not cover such things. You must carry proof of insurance (e.g. your insurance certificate) with you on the holiday; if you cannot provide this at the start of the holiday, you will be required to take out a suitable policy at that time.

Meals and Accommodation:
In Kathmandu, we normally use 3 stars hotel with breakfast but can upgrade upon request. During the Poon Hill Hot Spring Trek, we provide the best available guest house which is called Tea house (lodge). Tea Houses are more like hotels, with hot showers, western food, and private rooms (twin sharing). Some guesthouses are basic with shared washing and toilet facilities. If you are travelling in a group, you will share a room with someone else of the same gender from your group. If you prefer a single room, you may indicate your preference on request and pay a supplement. Keep in mind that there are several places which do not allow single accommodations during peak season, but we will try our best to accommodate your preferences if possible. In this arrangement overnight halts with dinner and breakfast will be in Tea-houses (Lodges) and lunches in local restaurants en-route. Furthermore as you will be staying in locally owned lodges you will be benefiting and interacting with the local community. It will give you a true feel for the Nepalese people and their lives.

We provide quality food in sufficient quantities (breakfast, lunch and dinner) from guesthouses chosen from a menu. While Poon Hill Hot Spring Trek, your guide will help with menu selection and ensure that you get the best value meals possible. Although the food is usually plentiful and delicious, you should be aware that the menu is not normally extensive due to the extreme locations. Most teahouses offer a variety of rice and noodle dishes, as well as soup and seasonal vegetables. A variety of cereals, bread and egg dishes are generally available for breakfast. There will also be plenty of snacks available such as biscuits, chocolate and soft drinks and in some areas you will find fresh fruit in season. You can buy bottled mineral water from local lodges and shops en route or you can also ask your guide to fill your water bottle with boiled water and treat with water purification pills.

Fitness and Experience Required:
Our 10 days Poon Hill Hot Spring Trek is moderate trek suitable for passionate walkers who have ability to walk at least 4-5 hours a day with a light day pack. Walking in higher altitude is physically demanding than walking in the lower altitudes; however, if you are in excellent health with average physical fitness and have positive attitude, self confidence and strong determination, you can accomplish the 10 days Poon Hill Hot Spring Trek successfully. Exercising and jogging regularly for some weeks prior of the trip is good idea to enhance your strength and stability. Past hiking experience would be an asset but no technical skill is required for this trip. Participants with pre-existing medical conditions such as heart, lung, and blood disease should inform us before booking the trek.

The Trekking Group:
For the Poon Hill Hot Spring Trek, there will be one Guide, assistant Guide (8 trekkers: 1 assistant guide) and porters for luggage carrying (2 trekkers: 1 porter). This arrangement ensures that should anybody in the group is sick, the trip can still go ahead as planned. We can run the Ghandruk Loop Trek for group of any size, but generally have a maximum of sixteen people, as weve found this to be the optimum size for a successful trip. However, if youd like to make a group booking for more than twelve people together, we can arrange this too.

Trekking Guides and Staff:
The most significant thing that makes your Poon Hill Hot Spring Trek successful, enjoyable and memorable is the expert, experienced, courteous and helpful trek and Guide and the crew members who have ability of operating your days in the mountain smoothly. Your trip will be led by the best and most professional Guide. All of our Trekking Guides are carefully selected on the basis of their appropriate experience, Guiding skills and personal aptitude. With an objective of sustaining local communities Breakfree Adventures employs staffs who have plenty of knowledgeable about culture, flora and fauna, geography, and history of Nepal. Trekking Guide of Breakfree Adventures are also trained with following trainings to make them educated on potential medical issues during their trek, biodiversity and environmental issues, English language, etc:

• Intensive Wilderness First Aid – KEEP (Kathmandu Environmental Educational Project)
• Trekking Guide Training – Nepal Governments Ministry of Tourism & Civil Aviation department of Hotel Management and Tourism Training Centre of Nepal
• Eco Trekking Workshop and Adventure Meet TAAN (Trekking Agents Association of Nepal)
• English Language – KEEP(Kathmandu environment education project)
• Conservation and Biodiversity TAAN
• Rock, Ice Climbing and Mountaineering (Climbing leaders) Nepal Mountaineering Association

Our Trekking Guides obviously speak English sufficient enough to communicate but please consider this is not our mother language. The guides and porters know the routes and locality like the back of their hand, they practice the local culture themselves and they are extremely passionate about their country and its cultural aspects.

Climate and Weather:
The climate of Nepal is as varied as its geography. The low-lying Terai has a sub-tropical monsoonal climate. The Himalayan foothills, where most of our treks take place, are best in the cool dry season from September to May. The traditional trekking season in Nepal is late September to December, with October and November generally recognized as having the best weather. Spring is also a popular time of year with warmer weather and the advantage of seeing spring flowers and rhododendrons in bloom. The visibility is good and days are pleasantly warm, although nights can be cold, and snow is possible above 3,000 meters.

Himalayan weather can be unpredictable where nights are generally cooler and days warmer. It’s a bit colder during the winter season (Jan to Feb) but days can be quite warm and lovely if the sun is shining. You can expect a bit of snow in the months of January/February and December. Expect the unexpected! The temperature could be as high as 20 deg C to -15 deg C low.

Safety and Security:
Security and safety are a high priority of our company however there are risks associated with adventure travel, that you should consider before booking. Our trip operators constantly monitor their areas of operation and will cancel or re-route a trip if they feel a destination is unsafe. The decision to travel to a particular country or region is a personnel one.

Responsible Travel:
Breakfree Adventures is a leading trekking and travel agency with dedicated travel Professionals who are well trained to give you the best of what Nepal has to offer. Our professional team follows a social philosophy that accepts responsibility for the local people and the environment in which we work. We respect the natural environment and the culture of our country, and we help travellers from around the world discover the natural beauty and cultural treasures of Nepal. We know that responsible travel tries to minimize the impact of tourism on the environment and maximize employment and income-generating opportunities for local communities. The whole of Nepal, including those living in remote rural areas that have very few other opportunities for development, benefits from sustainable tourism.

Breakfree Adventures is passionate about preserving the environment. As responsible tour guides in Nepal, we strive to maintain a symbiotic relationship with the local communities through which we travel. While trekking to different destinations, we choose environmentally- friendly lodges that respect the needs of their staff members. We take care of our staff as well as our valued clients. During our treks and other trips, we follow a zero garbage policy (“pack in, pack out”) and leave nothing behind in the campsites. We always welcome your feedback and comments regarding responsible travel, so please send an e-mail to let us know what you think.

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Poon Hill Hot Spring Trek

Trip Facts

  • Nepal
  • 09 Nights/10 Days
  • Feb - May, Sep - Dec
  • Private vehicles, Tourist bus as per the Itinerary
  • 3210 meters
  • Moderate
  • Nayapul
  • Phedi
  • 5 - 6 hours each day
  • Lodge to Lodge Trek
  • Natural hot spring, Poon Hill, Annapurna Conservation Area. AnnapProject ACAP, Mt. Annapurna Himalayan ranges
  • Hotel in Kathmandu, Lodge/Guest house during the trek

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