Panchase Poonhill Trek is merges the tour of two different outstanding Himalayan view spot into a single trek. Panchase being the highest hill of this area offers the commanding view of the great Himalayas, green valleys, lakes and terrace fields of mid hill Nepal where as Poon hill provides the panoramic close up view of Annapurna and Dhaulagiri mountain range. Panchase known as "panch dham" in Hindu sacred manuscript has gained popularity as a religious site in Nepal. It´s rare vegetation of herbs and plants, green blossoming forests and uncommon wildlife is simply bind blowing.
Panchase Poonhill Trek is suitable to all sorts of people involving light walking on well travelled fine trails up to maximum altitude of 3240m at Poon hill. The trek offers rich varied bio diversity, wildlife, panoramic view of mountains, spectacular villages and mid hill landscapes, in addition to the experience of diverse culture and tradition of central Nepal. This is a well planned camping trek managed by Thin Air Adventure and everything is handled by our experienced team of Guides, porters and other staffs.
Outline Itinerary:
- Day 01: Arrival in Kathmandu, pick up from airport and transfer to hotel of your choice. Rest and refreshments, then slight briefing about the trip and evening free for personal activities.
- Day 02: 6 7 hours drive to the beautiful lake city of Pokhara.
- Day 03: About half hour drive to Khare khola near Pokhara.
- Day 04: After having breakfast we resume our trek towards Panchase Bhanjyang(2100m) which takes 5 6 hours while walking gently.
- Day 05: Early morning visit to Panchase hill at the altitude of 2510m for the glittering view of sunrise. The view of mountains on first rays of sunlight is simply awesome, turning the white peaks to red in color. 5 6 hours trek down to Dimuwa(1500m).
- Day 06: Trek ascends towards Dobato(2655m) in a well travelled path through the terrace farms, villages of various ethnics, Forests, streams, etc for about 6 7 hours and overnight at Dobato on tents. We have our lunch on the way to dobato prepared by our cooks, o
- Day 07: We start our trek as soon we finish our Breakfast in dobato and will reach Jaljale(2975m) for overnight at camp before dark.
- Day 08: Trek to Fulbari at the altitude of 2800m and situated at the back hill of Ghorepani and camping. The trek includes 4 5 hours of walking up and downhill through the forests of Mostly Rhododendron and firs on stone stairs or well travelled easy trails.
- Day 09: Morning visit to Poonhill(3200m) for the best close up panoramic view of Himalayas and sunrise over the Himalayas.
- Day 10: Trek to Nayapul(1050m), near Pokhara.
- Day 11: Drive to Kathmandu by tourist bus, which normally takes 7 hours or 30 minutes flight to Kathmandu. You can enjoy the great view of Nepal´s mid hill landscapes and vast rivers. Transfer to hotel after reaching Kathmandu.
- Day 12: Departure to your destination or commence other program and extend your stay in Nepal.
Cost Includes
- Airport / Hotel / Airport pick up / drop & transfer by private car / van/ Haice. (Depend on group size).
- Three night´s accomodation in Kathmandu twin sharing bed and breakfast basis.
- Kathmandu city tours, tour guide and private car / van
- Two night´s accomodation in Pokhara twin sharing bed and breakfast basis.
- Meals breakfast, lunch and dinner with tea & coffee during the trek (You may choose in Menu)
- Best available twin sharing lodge to lodge accommodation during the trek
- One highly experienced helpful and friendly guide, porters (1 porter for 2 people) and their food, accommodation, salary, equipment, and insurance.
- All necessary ground transportation bus/ car/van for Trek. (We could provide you private vehicle and domestic flight Kathandu/ Pokhra round trip on your require)
- First aid medical kit.
- Annapuran conservation permits.
- TIMS card Fee- Trekkers´ Information Management System
- Government taxes & office service charge.
- All program according to itineraries on full board.
- Rescue service arrangement in emergency case, only if your condition requires the rescue (but clients need to pay from their rescue covered Travel insurance)
Cost Excludes
- Nepal entry visa fee (you can obtain a visa easily up on your arrival in Nepal´s airport Kathmandu)
- Lunch and dinner in Kathmandu and Pokhara.
- International Airfare and Airport Taxs.
- All sightseeing entry fee.
- Any kind of Alcoholic, hot and cold drinks (cold drinks coke/ fanta/ can juice and mineral water) (Hot drinks boiled drinking water and Hot shower)
- Dessert chocolates personal shopping, laundry, phone call internet camera battery charging.
- Personal trekking equipment Travel /Medical insurance and helicopter rescue, personal expenses.
- Tips and gratitude (The Tipping is appreciated, but not mandatory)
- Any others expenses which are not mentioned on price including section.
Detail Itinerary
- Day 01 :Arrival in Kathmandu, pick up from airport and transfer to hotel of your choice. Rest and refreshments, then slight briefing about the trip and evening free for personal activities.
- Day 02 :6 7 hours drive to the beautiful lake city of Pokhara. on the way to Pokhara you can see impressive view of large rivers like Trishuli and Marsyangdi flowing along the green and terrace farmed hills of Nepal. After reaching Pokhara you can explore around lakeside and overnight camp at the side of Fewa Lake.
- Day 03 :About half hour drive to Khare khola near Pokhara. Start the trek from Khare Khola to Bumti situated at the altitude of 1500m is our campsite for nightstay. we reach Bumti after 4 hours of trekking through the terrace farm fields, small villages, forests etc and
- Day 04 :After having breakfast we resume our trek towards Panchase Bhanjyang(2100m) which takes 5 6 hours while walking gently. On the way to Panchase Bhanjyang one can see rare species of aromatic plants, emerald forests of firs, Rhododendron and Sal, various wildlife and cultural villages of Gurungs. Over night at tented camp in Phanchase Bhanjyang.
- Day 05 :Early morning visit to Panchase hill at the altitude of 2510m for the glittering view of sunrise. The view of mountains on first rays of sunlight is simply awesome, turning the white peaks to red in color. 5 6 hours trek down to Dimuwa(1500m).
- Day 06 :Trek ascends towards Dobato(2655m) in a well travelled path through the terrace farms, villages of various ethnics, Forests, streams, etc for about 6 7 hours and overnight at Dobato on tents. We have our lunch on the way to dobato prepared by our cooks, o
- Day 07 :We start our trek as soon we finish our Breakfast in dobato and will reach Jaljale(2975m) for overnight at camp before dark. The trek duration is 6 hours. On the way, one can enjoy rich bio diversity, wild life and unique settlement as well as superior view of Dhaulagiri and Annapurna range.
- Day 08 :Trek to Fulbari at the altitude of 2800m and situated at the back hill of Ghorepani and camping. The trek includes 4 5 hours of walking up and downhill through the forests of Mostly Rhododendron and firs on stone stairs or well travelled easy trails.
- Day 09 :Morning visit to Poonhill(3200m) for the best close up panoramic view of Himalayas and sunrise over the Himalayas. Dhaulagiri, Annapurna I/II/IV/south, Nilgiri, Hiunchuli and many other snow capped peaks are the Mountains we see. After breakfast trek to Tirkhedungha, which takes around 5 6 hours to accomplish and overnight at tented camp.
- Day 10 :Trek to Nayapul(1050m), near Pokhara. It takes 4 hours to reach Nayapul and 1 hour drive to Pokhara and overnight at Hotel. . Along the trail, one can have opportunity to penetrate small villages, view magnificent waterfalls and walk through the dense forests and farmed fields. You can spend rest of the day exploring, boating, and resting near Lakeside.
- Day 11 :Drive to Kathmandu by tourist bus, which normally takes 7 hours or 30 minutes flight to Kathmandu. You can enjoy the great view of Nepal´s mid hill landscapes and vast rivers. Transfer to hotel after reaching Kathmandu.
- Day 12 :Departure to your destination or commence other program and extend your stay in Nepal.
Useful Info
If the above schedule does not meet your need and interest, we can design individualized travel plans based on your preferences.
Trip is possible to conduct in any time if the group size has two or more pax.