Ghorepani Poonhill Trek with Jungle Safari, Rafting and Yoga is a special trip that not only satisfies your eyes with the stunning beauty of nature but also excites your heart while traveling along the vibrant Himalayas. It is an easy grade trip, thus a vast range of travelers can enjoy the mesmerizing beauty of the majestic Annapurna. You will also experience White Water Rafting in Trishuli River where you will have heavenly pleasure with the freshwater river and Jungle Safari in Chitwan National Park is included in this package where you can enjoy the sight of rare wild lives in their natural habitat.
This trip begins from Kathmandu with a drive to Benighat/Charaudi from where we begin rafting. Actually, we are going to experience Trishuli River Rafting. We experience the thrills of white water river rafting for 4-5 hours and spend the night at a riverside beach resort. The next day, we drive for Chitwan. Now, we begin to experience Chitwan activities like Tharu Cultural Show, Canoeing, Bird Watching, Jungle Walk, Jeep Safari and visit Crocodile and elephant breeding center.
After spending two nights in Chitwan, we drive to Pokhara. Further, we drive to Nayapool and begin trekking to Poonhill after following the beautiful mountains through charming ethnic villages, rhododendron forests full of birds, freshwater rivers, stone-paved ways, suspension bridges and deep sub-tropical valleys, all set below the beautiful Annapurna's. While trekking, you'll get the nice and cozy feelings at the pretty neat and well-managed family guest house. Your accent to Ponhill in the early morning offers magnificent sunrise and Annapurna Massif. You will also capture some part of Dhaulagiri on a distant horizon. Ghorepani, Poonhill, Tadapani, Ghandruk are the best places to visit and experience local people's culture. You will have your accommodation in the 3-star hotels in cities. This is one of the most famous travel packages of Nepal that includes an entry-level trek in Annapurna with Nepal Tour, rafting and Jungle Activities. You will begin and end the trip in Kathmandu.
In this trip, you'll have experience of all types of accommodation in Nepal from the standard family house while trekking and the 3-star accommodation in the cities. Besides, we also offer two classes of yoga and meditation: in the beginning and at the end of the trip.
If you are looking for other similar trips in the same region of Nepal, we also offer Luxury Nepal tour with Dhampus Sarangkot Trek, Ghorepani Poonhill Trek, Poon Hill Sunrise Trek, and Luxury Poonhill and Jungle Safari Trek.
After arriving in Kathmandu, a representative from Luxury Holidays Nepal will pick up from the airport and take to your hotel. In the afternoon, you may take a rest or visit Luxury Holidays Nepal’s office. At evening, we host a pre-trip meeting at your hotel in Kathmandu and introduce your tour and trekking guide. Please seek this opportunity to ask questions about your trip. This includes a final briefing and preparations for the trip. For the meeting, please make sure you bring your passport, three copies of passport-size photos, and a readable copy of your travel insurance policy. During this meeting, please clear the due balance, if any. Please inform us in advance if you will be arriving late and therefore are unable to attend the pre-trip meeting. After the pre-trip meeting, there will be a welcome dinner hosted by Luxury Holidays Nepal. For dinner, you will be served authentic Nepalese cuisine, which will introduce you to the country’s food culture. Overnight in Kathmandu.
After breakfast, your sightseeing trip will start. You will have a private vehicle and a professional tour guide for your sightseeing tour. You will visit the following sites.
Swyambunath Stupa - The Monkey Temple (World Heritage Site):
You can watch over the valley from the top of a hillock on its western side. Swyambhu is also known as Samhengu and the Monkey temple because of the countless monkeys living in the premises.
Pashupatinath Temple (World Heritage Site):
Pashupatinath Temple is one of the holiest Hindu temples of Nepal. It is located on the banks of Bagmati River on the eastern outskirts of Kathmandu. Pashupatinath is the most important temple dedicated to god Shiva.
Boudhanath Stupa:
Boudhanath Stupa is 2500 years old Buddhist stupa in the Valley built in the 5th century with four pairs of eyes of Lord Buddha in four cardinal directions keeping an eternal watch over the people and their doings. You will find Buddhist pilgrims from Tibet going round the stupa spinning the prayer wheels.
Patan Durbar Square (World Heritage Site):
Patan Durbar Square - located in central of city Lalitpur. It displays the Newari architecture that had reached its pinnacle during the reign of Malla kings who were great builders and patrons of the arts.
The rest of your time is free for further exploration and some shopping nearby your hotel. Overnight at Hotel.
After breakfast, you will drive out of the Kathmandu valley. You will reach Charaudi (2-3 hours-85 KM from Kathmandu) Rafting starting place. Do raft for 2-3 hour. Overnight at resort.
After breakfast drive to Chitwan. The road snakes through a verdant forest to Chitwan. On reaching Chitwan you will be greeted by the hotel representative and will hand you the full schedule of the activities that you will be doing throughout your stay in Chitwan. Then you will have lunch.
Activities at Chitwan includes - Lunch followed by a tour of Tharu village and parks visitor center. Sunset view from Rapti River, dinner & cultural program. Overnight in Chitwan.
This day will be filled with different types of jungle and non-jungle activities so in other words, it’s a day to have fun and to learn and observe new things.
Activities in Chitwan includes - Canoeing & jungle walk or a visit to the elephant breeding center. Lunch followed by an elephant safari with evening entertainment. Overnight in Chitwan.
After breakfast, leave Chitwan for Pokhara (known as The Lake City owing to a large number of lakes in the city). The road first passes through the subtropical jungles and fertile vegetation in Chitwan. As you leave Chitwan, the landscape changes. You will see hills, small settlements and terraced farms. Upon your arrival in Pokhara, the beautiful lake city, you are rewarded with magnificent views of the Himalayas including Dhaulagiri (8,167m), Manaslu (8,156m), Machhapuchhre (6,993m), the five peaks of Annapurna and others. Check-in to the hotel and take a rest. You may also stroll in the streets of Pokhara and just enjoy being in one of the most beautiful cities of Nepal. Overnight in Pokhara.
After having breakfast at the hotel, drive to Nayapul which takes approximately one hour. Then start the first part of your hiking out to Tikhedunga (1577m.) via Birethanti (1065m.) this is a pretty easy flat hike as you pass through several small lively villages and settlements. After some time, you will ascend gently to the final destination Tlhedhunga. Overnight at Guesthouse.
You will ascend steeply for the first 2 hours and then ascend gently passing through Ulleri (2070m.) and Banthanti. This path gives you breathtaking views of Machhapuchhare or Fish Tail (6997m.), Hiunchuli (6441m.), and the grand Annapurna (7219m) south on the way. Your trail now gets quite easy going as you pass through rhododendron and shadowy forests amidst the cackling of birds which gives you good feelings till you ascend gently up to the final camp. Overnight at Guesthouse.
Early morning hike to Poon Hill (3210m.) to enjoy the sunrise view over Mt. Dhaulagiri (8167m.), Tukuche Peak (6920m.), Nilgiri (6940m.), Varaha Shikhar (7847m.), Mt. Annapurna I (8091m.), Annapurna South (7219m.), Annapurna III (7855m.), Machhapuchhare (6993m.), Annapurna IV (7525m.), Annapurna II (7937m.), Lamjung Himal (6931m.) and other numerous snowcapped mountains in the morning then Hike down to Ghorepani, have a hot breakfast at the Lodge and trek to Tadapani (2650 m.). Most part of the trail trek through rhododendron forest, the beautiful flower makes the jungle colorful in spring when they bloom. Overnight at Guesthouse.
Note: the trekking route to Jomsom Muktinath trek is separated from here (Ghorepani).
After breakfast, starts your trek by descending gently all the way through rhododendron, oak and other kinds of dense forests. You will hear different kinds of birds chirping on the way. This is one of the popular destinations for the bird lovers. Ghandruk is a big Gurung village. There is a handicraft center and Gurung museum. From this village you will see the views of Annapurna South, Hiunchuli, Gangapurna (7455m.), Annapurna III (7755m.) and Fishtail. Overnight at Guesthouse.
Note: The trekking route to Annapurna Base Camp and Annapurna Sanctuary Trek separate form here (Tadapani)
This is a very easy trek by descending gently half of the way through the rice field and local villages to Syauli bazaar and walks flat part until Nayapul then drive from Nayapul to Pokhara. It takes around one hour to drive and Overnight at Hotel.
Breakfast at the hotel. You will have a private vehicle and a professional tour guide at your disposal. The places you visit are as below:
Bindhabasini Temple:
Lies in the center of the religious old bazaar. It is dedicated to Goddess Bhagwati, yet another manifestation of Shakti. The park grounds offer a fine picnic and relaxing area.
Davis fall:
Locally known as Patale Chhango and in the southern flank of the Pokhara valley is where the stream flowing from Fewa Lake collapses and surges down the rock into a deep gorge, leaping through several potholes. This is hugely popular with tourists and locals alike.
Gupteshwor Cave:
The revered Gupteshwor Cave is situated 2 km from Pokhara airport. The entrance is right across from Devi’s fall and the cave is almost 3 km long. It has some big hall-sized rooms and some passages where you have to crawl on all four. This cave holds special value to Hindus since a phallic symbol of Lord Shiva is preserved here in the condition it was discovered.
Phewa Lake and Barahi Temple:
Situated at an altitude of 800m above sea level, it is the second largest lake in the kingdom. With the Barahi Island Temple in the middle of the lake it is the most important religious monument in Pokhara. Built almost in the middle of Phewa Lake, this two-storied pagoda is dedicated to the female force Shakti. The reflection of Mt. Machhapuchhare and Annapurna can be seen in its serene water. Thick forest lies on the adjoining southern slopes of the lake.
Seti River Gorges:
Carved by Seti-Gandaki is one of the natural wonders of Pokhara. K.I. Singh bridge at Bagar, Mahendrapool & Prithivi highway Bridge near bus park, provides a perfect view of the river’s dreadful rush and the deep gorge made by the turbulent flow of white water.
After breakfast, drive back to Kathmandu from Pokhara. This will be a journey along the river banks with wonderful views of hills and the rural Nepalese lifestyle. After reaching Kathmandu, take a rest or do some souvenir shopping. To celebrate the successful completion of our journey, you will have a farewell dinner with cultural program in the evening. Overnight in Kathmandu.
After a few days of fun and excitement, the day to bid farewell has arrived. Our representatives will escort you to the Tribhuwan International Airport as per your flight time.
After the wonderful opportunity to organize this tour for you we wish you a safe and happy journey ahead.
This was my third trip to Nepal with Luxury Holidays Nepal and their team. The driver picked me at the airport and taken straight to the hotel without any delay. The hotels provided by the company in Kathmandu and Pokhara were superb and perfect. The guide was incredible in the knowledge of the jungle creature, Trails, water- flowing and the untold story of places. We get to do everything from city touring, Boating and Rafting, Jungle safari in elephant back and so very much more!! Our best experience was the riding in the river with a flow of water which has a deeper meaning of direction and efforts found while doing rafting. As soon as, we had done the amazing jungle safari in an elephant ride where we saw the crocodile, birds, rare flora and fauna with a perfect image. That’s made really impressive and Thrill experience of nature. I highly recommend Luxury Holidays Nepal for the next trip also.
Published: Tuesday, November 19, 2019We booked a 9 day trip in the Annapurna region with the highest point being Poon Hill hiking through LHN and their Crew members. Our guide was very patient and hiked at a place that accommodated everyone and very experienced hiking at altitude. We had hiked toward the Poon Hill with the LHN team and the guide encouraged us to keep on walking when the trail got difficult and the view from the Poon Hill was amazing and unforgettable of the trip. Can’t remove from eyes!! They have done the great management of the hotels and room with cozy accommodation for the trek. We faced the many obstacles while trekking toward the Hill but it was greatly completed with the support of the team. Thank you LHN for this smooth and perfect trek for us. I would highly recommend Luxury Holidays Nepal for the next trip also.
Published: Thursday, November 14, 2019A very memorable trip from Nayapul to Ghorepani and Poon Hill with the Luxury Holidays Nepal with the perfect accommodation, food in Luxurious Hotels and restaurant. I clearly search on the website and found this company is best for my trek. They are as thoughtful and professionals as can be and no detail is forgotten. The guide and potters were very responsive to the trek and no worry about anything. The Ghorepani Poon Hill Trek explores the traditional villages and wildlife of Nepal and Early in the morning, we see Annapurna and Dhaulagiri Mountain from Poon Hill. Our guide helped me get down some very icy and snowy in the middle of Ghorepani to Tadapani. I never imagine how perfect and good trek would be and how welcome the people would make us fell in a trail of the trek. I thoroughly recommended Luxury Holidays Nepal for well-organized and brilliant management.
Published: Thursday, November 7, 2019I was with Luxury Holidays Nepal a year ago for their 9 days adventure sport and it was incredible rafting, yoga, and Chitwan safari in Nepal. After arriving at the airport I went to the LHN Company to meet with Shishir to customize the beginning and end of my trip. Our guide was excellent and perfect cared for by him with much information about the trek. They provided the rafting, jungle safari and peace meditation with the best accommodation, food, and dinners, everything was amazing and made for some phenomenal views during our sunrise and sunset viewing on Poon Hill in Ghorepani. We had experienced the flow of the river and spiritual meditation on the way of the trip. The trek was about multi-sport with very culturally enlightening and giving a view into the lives of the people which was only possible by their team. Thank you so much for this trip and I highly recommend Luxury Holidays Nepal.
Published: Saturday, November 2, 2019I used Luxury Holidays Nepal a year ago for their 9 days adventure sport and it was incredible rafting, yoga, and Chitwan safari in Nepal. After arriving at the airport I went to the LHN Company to meet with Shishir to customize the beginning and end of my trip. Our guide was excellent and perfect cared for by him with much information about the trek. They provided the rafting, jungle safari and peace meditation with the best accommodation, food, and dinners, everything was amazing and made for some phenomenal views during our sunrise and sunset viewing on Poon Hill in Ghorepani. We had experienced the flow of river and spiritual meditation on the way of trip. The trek was about multi-sport with very culturally enlightening and giving a view into the lives of the people which was only possible by their team. Thank you so much for this trip and I highly recommend Luxury Holidays Nepal.
Published: Saturday, November 2, 2019Hello friends, When I was searching for the best tour package in Nepal at Google for me and my friends, I found Luxury Holidays Nepal there with the good history. I instantly start making inquiry and send a mail. They respond very fast, I was really impressed observing their punctuality and their dedication on their job. We also had a lot of communication through the telephone, I told them everything about my needs, requirements and services. They reply me in a couple of days with the package of Ghorepani, Poonhill trek with Jungle Safari, Rafting and yoga, it was the amazing work done by them in such short period of time and we made a booking and arrive at the Airport. The team of LHN was already there to receive us with a warm welcome. The whole team were seems to be really professional and hardworking. We had very good meal offered by LHN as a welcome dinner. By the end of the whole trek we were fully satisfied by the work and service of LHN. Thank you very much Luxury holidays Nepal for your co-ordination and support and also for fulfilling our needs and requirements with best service without any sort of compromise. See you again as soon as possible guys.
Published: Monday, November 30, -0001Accommodation:
Luxury Holidays Nepal provides you a 3/4 star hotel in Kathmandu, in Chitwan, in Pokhara and a standard Teahouse/Lodge throughout the trekking. Teahouse and lodge have the rooms with just the basics, normally with a bed, blanket and pillows. We will provide you and your group at the lodge which is locally available every day. If you want the luxury accommodation of 4/5 star in Kathmandu, Chitwan and Pokhara then contact us for cost detail. Accommodation in 3 stars hotel Kathmandu (Timber House Nepalor Similar category), rafting (River fun Beach Resort or similar category, Chitwan (Hotel Seven Star or similar category) and In Pokhara (Hotel Crown Himalaya or similar category).
Luggage:
Throughout the trip of Mountain Trekking, your luggage are carried and moved by the porters. You should carry the water bottle, sunscreen, camera, spare jacket, etc. Your main luggage will be your trekking bag and you can carry a small lockable bag that will provide safety. You are provided with a free locker room in the hotel of Kathmandu. The weight allowance in domestic airlines of Nepal is up to 20kg and for more weight, you have to pay US$1 per/kg depending on the area.
Transportation on Journey:
Luxury Holidays Nepal will offer you private luxury vehicles for airport transferal, sightseeing, Pokhara-Nayapul-Pokhara and Luxurious tourist bus for Kathmandu-Rafting-Chitwan-Pokhara-Kathmandu.
Group Leader during the journey:
Luxury Holidays Nepal will facilitate you with the trained travelling guide in your group. There will be a single porter for a couple of people.
Payment of the Due Balance:
The rest amount of your trip can be paid in our office after your arrival or via online payment before your arrival in Nepal (Online payment). If you choose to settle your holiday balance by credit card a handling charge of 4% on the outstanding balance is made. There is no handling charge for payment by bank transfer.
Communication during Journey:
Ghorepani Poonhill trek is an easy level trek so you can find the telephone and internet facilities in most of the place.
Vouchers:
If you have purchased a voucher for the tour, please inform us which tour date suits you as soon as you are certain. We need time to purchase your domestic air ticket and make other arrangements so please confirm your spot on a tour at least 2 months prior to the commencement of the tour. Your booking on a particular tour date is subject to the availability of spots. Also, please send us your redemption code and voucher number through this link (Voucher Redemption).
Visa:
You can get a visa at Kathmandu airport upon arrival. Please bring 2 photos for the visa. Expect to have some waiting time in the queue for obtaining your visa. You can also get your visa prior to coming on the tour by contacting your closest Nepali embassy.
Tourist Visa Fee Details |
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Days |
Updated Tourist Visa Fees |
15 Days (Multiple Entry) |
USD 30 |
30 Days (Multiple Entry) |
USD 50 |
90 Days (Multiple Entry) |
USD 125 |
Visa Extension (Within Valid Visa Period) |
USD 3 per day |
Visa Extension (With Multiple Entry) |
Additional USD 25 |
Visa Extension (After Visa Expiration) |
Late fee USD 5 per day |
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Booking your international flight:
If you don't have a regular travel agent then you can check for international flight options at one of these sites.
makemytrip.com, www.kayak.com, www.vayama.com
They usually have good offers.
For more details: (See the international flights page)
When and where should you arrive?
Please book your international flight to arrive and depart from Kathmandu international airport. The tour starts with an orientation meeting at about 5 pm on the first night of the tour and ends on after the scheduled trip after breakfast.
You will be received outside the Kathmandu international airport terminal by representatives holding a "Luxury Holidays Nepal" sign card and he will escort you to the Hotel.
If you plan to arrive early or depart late, please make sure you make extra hotel arrangements by contacting at [email protected]
After you purchase your international air ticket, please contact us to give your flight details.
Currencies are accepted in Nepal:
Some major currencies (USD, AUD, and EURO) are accepted for both VISA and in general. There are plenty of ATM's in Kathmandu, Chitwan and Pokhara and credit cards are accepted in limited shops and many restaurants. Please note that only Nepali rupees are accepted on the trek.
Health Issues:
The altitude sickness will get from 3000 meters. Normally below three 3000 meters will not have altitude-related problems usually for people for stable health. But above it can cause altitude-related sickness. If you have a health condition which might cause problems, please consult a doctor about the advisability of doing the trek. For Your information, your traveling guide will also have pills for Altitude Sickness and other basic medicine. We recommend you take pills for diarrhea, cold, fever and nausea.
Insurance/Evacuation:
We do not hope that there may arise any serious problem for you in your journey, but if you get caught by serious illness then we will do our best to take you to the nearest hospital possible. But you will be responsible for all the expenses that take place in the evacuation process. So, it is good for you to have insurance which will cover your cost. Be Insured. (See the travel insurance page)
Mount Everest:
If you want to see a close view of Mt. Everest and Himalayan peaks, we can arrange mountain flights. You can contact [email protected] to book. To know more about Mount Everest Scenic Flight by plane, please click here and Everest Scenic Flight by Helicopter click here.
Trip Extensions:
If you like our service and you want to extend your trip, then we can further organize your trip to India, Bhutan and Tibet. And other trekking and activities of Nepal like Everest Trek, Annapurna Basecamp Trek, Langtang Trek, Manaslu Trek, Bunjee Jumping, Rafting, Peak Climbing, Tours, etc.
Tips:
A general rule of thumb for tipping is to USD 40 to USD 70 per Traveler, depending on the length of the trek. Porters do appreciate a personal tip, although it is not uncommon for the Guide and his Porters to pool the tips they have collected before splitting it amongst themselves, with the Guide is getting a little more for overseeing the welfare and safety of both the Travelers and Porters as a whole. That said, this is just a guide and you may tip, however much you think is appropriate for the services rendered which made your trip a memorable one.
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During the trip; weather, local politics, transport or other factors, that are beyond our control can result in a change of itinerary. It is however very unlikely that the itinerary would be substantially altered. If alterations are necessary the leader will decide what is the best alternative taking into consideration the best interests of the whole group. Where a change does occur, we do everything we can to minimize its effect.