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Poon Hill Tatopani Trek is a short and challenging trek. It is the perfect way to enjoy a unique Himalayan adventure. Poon Hill is 3,210 m high viewpoint near to the beautiful village Ghorepani. The viewpoint on Poon Hill offers a superb view of mountains and sunrise. Tatopani means hot water in Nepali language. It is naturally formed hot spring and good therapy for curing skin diseases, excellent for your skin and relaxes tense muscles while diving into Tatopani Pool.
Poon Hill Tatopani Trek is the highly praised and spectacular trekking route and is ideal if you have limited amount of time in Nepal. Nature Lovers Treks and Tours has organized this trek considering for those peoples who do not have much time but have desire to observe the beauty of snow-capped mountains. Trekking in this region of the breathtaking Annapurnas is the perfect way to get up close and into the heart of nature’s wonders.
Poon Hill Tatopani Trek passes through beautiful villages of Ulleri, Ghorepani and Tatopani. You will adore the trek with the eye-catching scenery in mountains through delightful villages inhabited by Gurungs and Magars. The smiling faces and good hospitality can help definitely to ease a tired mind or soothe aching legs at the end of each day of discovery. Another attraction of Poon Hill Tatopani trekking is Ghorepani at an elevation of approximately 2874 m. From Ghorepani, you can observe spectacular views of Annapurna and Dhaulagiri mountain ranges. As you reach the high points of your trek, in every corner there is an exciting glance of the high mountains, whole horizons of which will be open to you. It is particularly exquisite in the spring when the mountainsides are washed in a sea of rhododendron blossoms, full of birds that make your trip more enjoyable. Anyone who loves nature and beautiful landscape will never forget this amazing experience in Annapurna region of Nepal.
Poon Hill Tatopani trek outline itineraryDay 01: Arrival at Kathmandu
Day 02: Drive from Kathmandu to Pokhara
Day 03: Drive from Pokhara to Nayapul, Trek to Tikhedhunga
Day 04: Trek from Tikhedhunga to Ghorepani
Day 05: Morning trek to Poon Hill, then trek to Tatopani
Day 06: Rest day in Tatopani
Day 07: Drive from Tatopani to Beni and Pokhara
Day 08: Pokhara valley sightseeing
Day 09: Drive from Pokhara to Kathmandu
Day 10: International Departure
Kathmandu sightseeing: $80 per person (gets cheaper with bigger PAX)
Porter service: $20/day per porter
Day 01: Arrival in Kathmandu, Hotel
After arrival at Kathmandu International airport, you will be welcomed by our office staff. He will help you to transfer to the hotel. At the hotel, he gives you a briefing on the overall Annapurna Poon Hill Tatopani trip. In the afternoon, you can roam around Thamel and the local streets of Kathmandu.
Day 02: Drive from Kathmandu to Pokhara, B, Hotel
After breakfast at the hotel, drive to Pokhara from Kathmandu along the way of Prithvi Highway, takes 6hrs approximately. On the way, you can see more about the countryside of Nepal that offers greenery, rivers, local villages, farmlands, and beautiful mountain scenarios. The bus stops half an hour nearby highway restaurants on the way for lunch and to get fresh as well. Check-in at Pokhara hotel. In the evening, you can roam around Phewa Lake and the local market in Pokhara.
Day 03: Drive from Pokhara to Nayapul, Trek to Tikhedhunga, BLD, Teahouse
After breakfast, we take an hour drive to Nayapul. After reaching Nayapul, you will start your trekking slowly. This is a well-known beginning point for the hike. This is the first day of trek from the town of Nayapul to the village of Tikhedunga. You walk along a gravel road, passing villagers, homes, and farms of rice, maize, and millet fields along the way following the main trail of Birethanti. Birethani is a beautiful village with few tea shops and guest houses. Then, you will pass by a small waterfall and continue until you reach Sudami where you will stop for lunch. After the lunch and midday break, your trek continues along the side of the valley until you reach Tikhedhunga teahouse for your overnight stay.
Day 04: Trek from Tikhedhunga to Ghorepani, BLD, Teahouse
After breakfast at your teahouse, prepare for your big climb in Ulleri. The trek begins with a steep stone stairway (3,767 steps), eventually leading you through cultivated fields. Once you've completed this section, the rest of the trail continues through a marvelous view, scenic areas of blooming rhododendron blossoms and old oak forests. You continue your climbing uphill until you reach Nangethanti, which is your stop for lunch. Thanti is a Nepali word that means "rest house". During the winter season, the trail can be covered with snow. After a short break and lunch, you continue the climb until you get to Ghorepani, a village surrounded by spectacular scenery that's popular with trekkers. Ghorepani is one of the popular destinations of the Annapurna region situated at an elevation of approximately 2874 m. Overnight stay in Ghorepani Teahouse.
Day 05: Morning trek to Poon Hill, then trek to Tatopani, BLD, Teahouse
We start early morning trek to Poon Hill (3,210 m) to observe the panoramic views of Annapurna, Dhaulagiri, Lamjung Himalayan ranges as well as a marvelous sunrise view over the Himalayas. After experiencing the great views of Himalayan panorama from Poon Hill, descend back to Ghorepani. After breakfast, you continue the further trail to Tatopani, the trail goes along the ridges of rhododendron and pine forest till the Tatopani, bank of the Kali Gandaki river and gorge. Tatopani is popular among the people who wants a refreshing bath in the hot water as it is said to have medicinal and healing powers.
Day 06: Rest day in Tatopani, BLD, Teahouse
Today you can enjoy Natural hot spring and relax full day. In Tatopani, two separate ponds have been built for the bath. You also have an option to take shower by hot water in the tap. The Tatopani is popular for its hot spring which has been beneficial for sore feet and aching bones. Overnight stay at Tatopani Teahouse.
Day 07: Drive from Tatopani to Beni and Pokhara, B, Hotel
After breakfast, we will drive to Beni along the Kali Gandaki River. From Tatopani within a few minutes of drive, there is a great view of Annapurna Fangs and ahead is a spectacular narrow turnings where the Kali Gandaki is almost choked off. Drive through the Tipyang 1040 m, continuous drive to get to Beg Khola valley and holy Galeshwar temple. When we arrive in Beni we will take a bus to Pokhara by Prithvi Highway, passing some beautiful villages and some Hydropowers, the same time we will pass the Nayapul to arrive in Pokhara. Overnight at Pokhara hotel.
Day 08: Pokhara valley sightseeing, B, Hotel
After finishing your trekking, Pokhara is a nice place for chilling out. Pokhara is one the most attractive places on Earth. You can enjoy the boat ride in Phewa lake which is famous for the reflection of Mount Machapuchare on its surface. You can also do a city tour and visit the most popular places like Bindabasini Temple, Davis Falls, Gupteshwor Mahadev Cave, etc. Overnight at Pokhara hotel.
Day 09: Drive from Pokhara to Kathmandu, B, Hotel
After breakfast, drive from Pokhara to Kathmandu. You can enjoy the diverse landscape and scenery on the way. Upon arrival in Kathmandu, you will be transferred to your hotel. Overnight at the hotel in Kathmandu
Day 10: International Departure, B, Flight.
After the magnificent trekking in the Annapurna region, you will be transferred to the international airport for your final departure. Nature Lovers Treks and Tours had a great pleasure in serving you all in these days; you counted on us and we didn’t let you down, hopefully. Meeting you was a huge pleasure and we do hope you will recognize us down the years with memories of the moments we spent together in Nepal. A safe BON VOYAGE to your home…take care!!!
Kathmandu airport pick up and drop services
Nature Lovers Treks and Tours’ staffs will pick you up from the airport as per your flight arrival time and similarly drop you off in the airport for international departure according to your flight schedule. During arrival, please don’t forget to look for your name placard hold by the team, outside the airport arrival gate. Our staff will be impatiently waiting for your arrival to greet you and warmly welcome you in Nepal. ‘NAMASTE’ is the foremost and the most commonly used greeting word in Nepal which you will hear from our staff at the very first moment you meet him.
Customized Trips and Trip departure
Poon Hill Tatopani Trek departs from Kathmandu as per our fixed departure dates. You can join any available fixed departure groups if you are a solo or small group travelers if you wish to, when the trips cannot be customized.
But if you are in a private group, fixed departure dates are not suitable for you and so you need to choose your own dates and packages, when you can customize the trek as per your travel needs. For further information, please kindly contact your own friendly neighbor, Nature Lovers Treks and Tours.
Accommodations in Kathmandu, Pokhara and during trek
You will be staying in the 3 star hotel in Kathmandu and Pokhara while in the teahouse lodges or guesthouses during the trek.
Nature Lovers Treks and Tours has the best accommodation arrangement for you from the beginning to the end. We believe after the tough walking day, everyone deserves the proper rest and the right ambience to relax and chill. Therefore, our choice of accommodation is the best when it comes to the trekking days. The rooms will be clean and comfy. Our entire accommodations will be on twin-sharing basis as you can see, so you have to let us know if others; let’s say if you want triple or quadruple sharing or if you want a double bed, etc. There will be extra charge for the single supplement.
If you wish to change the accommodation category to a better ones in Kathmandu and Pokhara, please let us know and we can change it for you on added cost.
Route Map and Company T-shirt
Nature Lovers Treks and Tours offers you a complimentary trekking map and the company t-shirts.
Safe Drinking Water during Poon Hill Tatopani Trek
Hydrating yourself is the most important thing to do during the trek. You should drink at least 3 liters of water every day or more. The main reason is to avoid the altitude sickness and to avoid other health issues. Nature Lovers Treks and Tours provides you water purification tablets or liquids to purify the water in the mountains. You can even buy mineral water or boiled water on extra cost.
Your trekking guides and porters
Nature Lovers Treks and Tours has the best guides and porters in the whole tourism industry. We can guarantee you on that. Ask yourselves a question. What do you look for in a guide and a porter? Are they fully insured and are they paid well? Well, they are the staffs of Nature Lovers Treks and Tours so they are hundred percent happy with their treatment by the company. They are experienced, licensed and knowledgeable in the field. They are well paid and fully insured for their journey as well as for the medicals.
Now, let’s talk about our backbones. The leader or a guide should have a significant knowledge in the climbing and trekking so that he can wonderfully and safely lead you, clearing any obstacles on the way. We, Nature Lovers Treks and Tours can proudly say that our guides (climbing, assistant, trekking guide) are highly qualified for the role. They are fully trained, experienced and licensed. They have undergone through a whole lot of training to make themselves useful in various situations and to make your journey a smooth and pleasant one.
Our guide knows the local areas, the cultures, the traditions and the lifestyles much more than anyone do. Some of the things he tells you, might even be hard to find in the travel guide books. Depending upon the situations and weather conditions, the daily plans might change slightly which when happens, he will inform you beforehand. You should always be flexibly ready to accommodate to your guides’ instructions. Let him know if you have any health problems as well since he will act accordingly to the situation. Depending upon the group size, we will also provide you assistant guides and extra Sherpas if needed.
Our porters are always fully equipped with the gears they need and as per the company policy, they are always insured and completely looked after. They are our backbone. We allow maximum weight of 25/30 kg to be carried by one porter. They are the strongest in our group with less communication skills. We also closely work with IPPG {International Porter Protection Group} and follow their ethics and guidelines.
Your safety
Nature Lovers Treks and Tours puts your safety as the top priority. We provide you our own comprehensive first aid medical kit bag along with the professional team of guides and porters. We are always in communication with our field team members to keep track of your safety and concerns. Your entire journey will be monitored by us and we make sure you enjoy your journey in full scale. We are available 24/7 for your health and safety checks during Poon Hill Tatopani Trek.
How much does the Poon Hill Tatopani Trek cost?
The cost of the Poon Hill Tatopani Trek varies from $500-$1500 depending upon the number of days you choose to trek. The longer the trek, more expensive it will become. Similarly, the price will differ with the accommodation choices and group sizes also. Normally, Nature Lovers Treks and Tours offers a comprehensive package which is inclusive of all the cost and expenses for the entire journey from the moment you land in Nepal till the moment you fly back home. However, you could also choose to buy only service-based package from us when we will be providing you only the supporting field staffs plus trekking permits and you have to arrange the rest by yourselves.
How is the Accommodation during the Poon Hill Tatopani Trek?
In Poon Hill Tatopani Trek, we will provide you the teahouse accommodations. A teahouse is typically a mountain lodge which is a combination of a lodge or a guest house and a restaurant or a café with basic furniture and interiors suitable for the social hangout. Many teahouses even have attached bathrooms and the central heating furnace. Most of the teahouses provide the European toilets these days while Asian style of toilets are available in every teahouses. Hot showers are available but on extra cost. The same goes with the hot drinking water since they use the gas or solar to boil the water. Sleeping blankets are usually provided but we recommend you to carry your own sleeping bags for the hygienic purpose {can be arranged on request}. At the same time, it’s better to carry your own toiletries including the towels.
What are the permits that I need for Poon Hill Tatopani Trek?
For Poon Hill Tatopani Trek, you will need to make two permits: ACAP permit (Annapurna Conservation Area Project) and TIMS Card (Trekkers' Information Management System).
How does this tipping system in Nepal works and do I have to tip?
Tipping is not compulsory for Poon Hill Tatopani Trek however tipping is all about showing your gratitude and appreciation. We care about our staffs in the fields so we expect you to look after them in return for them looking after you throughout your journey. They are your closest friend in the remotest parts and also your protector whenever anything seems to happen to you. So tipping is highly expected and we’ve made it mandatory too. The amount of gratuities can be determined by yourselves. Normally, a guide expects around $5 or more per day per person while a porter expects $4 or more per day per person.
Can I charge my phones, batteries or other electronic devices in Poon Hill Tatopani Trek?
You can easily charge your electronic devices during Poon Hill Tatopani Trek but by paying small amount or fees for charging. Don’t forget to buy a plug adapter or socket fittings before you leave Kathmandu.
Is there WiFi and mobile signal on the Poon Hill Tatopani Trek?
Poon Hill Tatopani Trek route has good mobile network coverage these days, thanks to the Nepalese telecommunication companies called Ncell and NTC. You can buy one of these Sim cards from any local phone shops in Kathmandu. It is wiser to buy a sim card with around 4 GB data in Kathmandu and use the mobile data in the trek to avoid paying extra by buying WiFi on the trek.
WiFi is available on the teahouses in Poon Hill Tatopani Trek route. However, the signal varies from place to place and please don’t expect to receive the fast data coverage in the trek.
When is the best time to trek to Poon Hill?
Poon Hill Tatopani Trek can be done throughout the year. However in average, Spring {March, April and May} and Autumn {September, October and November} are the best times or seasons to trek to Poon Hill. Spring and Autumn are known as the Peak season or Busy season in Nepal. It’s because the temperature is moderate during these seasons and the best panoramic mountain views are guaranteed while during other Summer {June, July and August} and Winter {December, January and February} season, the clear weather is not guaranteed. But if you are an explorer, a photographer and a peace lover, less busy season can also be the right time to do Poon Hill Tatopani Trek. The problem is the weather is harsh cold in winter and there’s snow everywhere while the summer has rainfalls and clouds obscuring the mountains and the views are not so great most of the time.
Do I have to worry about the altitude sickness in Poon Hill Tatopani Trek?
The itinerary of our Poon Hill Tatopani Trek is perfectly designed by Nature Lovers Treks and Tours and has separated enough time in the places to let the body acclimatize well in high altitudes. As long as you follow the guide, you should be fine. Altitude sickness in fact can affect anyone regardless of the age or the fitness level, so it is very important to walk slowly and gradually as you go higher. Learn more in details about Altitude Sickness to prepare yourselves for the upcoming Poon Hill Tatopani Trek.
Do I need to be healthy and physically fit for Poon Hill Tatopani Trek?
When it comes to trekking in the mountains, health and fitness of a person plays a vital role. If you are a healthy person without any serious medical problems, Poon Hill Tatopani Trek is for you but if you have any sorts of medical issues, please consult to your doctor before coming to Nepal for the trek. We will be gaining the high altitude of 3210 m or more above the sea level which is not a joke. People normally start to have breathing problems above 3000 meters from the sea level, if they have pre-existing health conditions.
Now when it comes to the fitness level required, Poon Hill Tatopani Trek demands moderate physical fitness. The trekking includes daily walks of about 4-8 hours and involves some ascents and descents which means you need at least some practices before you start the trekking journey. You will be traversing through the forests and high hills. If you do not have the previous trekking experience, that’s fine but obviously if you have previous experiences, it will be lot easier. For those not having previous trekking experiences, please exercise regularly for at least few weeks prior to your trekking departure. Go for the morning walks, do some jogging as you get time, participate in some cycling activities, etc. This way, you will be good to go for trekking to Poon Hill.
What kind of food items or meals can I eat on Poon Hill Tatopani Trek?
Only breakfast is included in Kathmandu and Pokhara while full board meals or full meals are included during the trek. Tea and coffee will also be provided during the entire trip. During the trek, you will have your breakfast and dinner in the same teahouse where you spend the night while the lunch will be served en route towards the next destination of the day. There are a varieties of choices to choose from; Nepalese, Tibetan, Indian, Continental, etc.
The most common and the highly recommended food during the Poon Hill Tatopani Trek is typical Nepali Dal Bhat {rice and lentil}; even better without meat, means Nepali Vegetarian Dal Bhat. You can also eat other food items such as seasonal vegetables, noodles and spaghetti, pastas, pizzas and French fries, soups, etc. depending upon the availability. For the beverage, you can either choose warm, hot or cold beverages; soft drinks, beer and hard drinks. For the breakfast, you can order cereals, breads, noodle soups, egg dishes, etc.
Do I need a travel insurance for Poon Hill Tatopani Trek?
Travel insurance is a must when you trek to Poon Hill. Therefore before you come to Nepal, please make sure you have your insurance documents with you since our insurance companies cannot insure foreign nationals. Because of the reason that they cover all the expenses, if you face some unfortunate happenings and you have to be rescued or medically assisted during the trip or if your belongings are lost or stolen. We strongly advise you to take out an insurance which covers any medical risks up to 3200 meter.
What gears and equipment do I need to pack for Poon Hill Tatopani Trek?
Choosing the right gear and equipment is important as well for the successful trek to Poon Hill. Pack the right gears and equipment but remember, packing as light as possible is the best way to go when trekking to Poon Hill. You should read this What to take for travel to get all the details on what you need to pack or carry.
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