Guide for Annapurna Base Camp Trek with Poon Hill

The Annapurna Base Camp trek with Poon Hill is one of the most popular trekking adventures in Nepal. The Annapurna range offers many perfect geographical locations for trekking and traveling. Some examples include the trek to base camp and treks around the Massifs (circuit trek). We at My Everest Trip propose a trip combining a trek to the base camp and the circuit trek. This is the Annapurna Base Camp trek via Poon Hill. The Annapurna Base Camp trek via Poon Hill takes you to two very popular major destinations. They are the base camp of the mountain and the Poonhill station.

One can see picturesque, isolated mountain settlements and thick forests along the way. The ascent of Annapurna Base Camp, the tenth-highest mountain in the world, is one of the primary attractions. Along with that, you also get the most aesthetic views of your lifetime from the Poon Hill station. Further, the trek takes you through the trails comprising the Annapurna Conservation Area. Various species of wildlife inhabit this region. During your climb up the trails, you will also get immensely beautiful mountain views. You get views of mountains like peaks of the Annapurna range, Dhaulagiri, Gangapurna, Khangsar Kang, Hiuchuli, Machhapuchhre, etc.

Best Time for Annapurna Base Camp Trek With Poon Hill

The finest times to visit the Nepali Himalayas are spring and fall. We strongly advise you to schedule your journey to the Annapurna Base Camp trek via Poon Hill at a comparable time. These seasons occur in the months of March, April, and May for springtime. Likewise, autumn includes September, October, and November. On the other hand, current patterns indicate that monsoon rains can fall in September. So, base your plans on the weather prediction.

Spring and autumn are also the greatest seasons for your walks because of the availability of unobstructed views. Unhindered views of the neighboring mountains are available. Moreover, there is less likelihood of snowfall and rainfall during these seasons. As a result, the trails get safer. You will be safer because trails prone to snowy and slick routes become dry and reduce accidents and injuries. The weather is very wonderful and mild at this time of year. Autumn also brings the festival seasons of Dashain and Tihar in Nepal. The Nepali calendar starts a new year in the spring.

Annapurna Base Camp Trek With Poon Hill Difficulty Level

Following the Everest Base Camp in Nepal, one of the most well-liked trekking routes is the Annapurna Base Camp trek. This trip combining EBC and Poon Hill trek sound rather terrifying because of the reputation of base camp excursions. But you don’t have to be extremely afraid to embark on this walk. The Annapurna Base Camp Trek has a moderate difficulty level. The Poon Hill more less. This trek doesn’t require you to be an athlete to finish. But it’s a good idea to stay in shape, go on quick treks, and engage in cardio exercises to increase stamina.

People of all ages who engage in moderate daily activity are eligible to participate in this expedition. Still, precautions need to be followed for altitude sickness. The elevation difference is the hardest aspect of this trek. In the Himalayas, you have to trek uphill, which increases your risk of altitude sickness. Therefore, planning an itinerary to avoid it and traveling more slowly are required. Our trek schedule is perfect because it takes you via Ghorepani to the base camp. It helps you adjust to the Himalayas and enables you to exercise for greater altitude gains. You will both enjoy exploring unusual places and acclimate your body to the isolated Himalayas.

Permits for Annapurna Base Camp Trek with Poonhill

Your requirements for the Annapurna Base Camp trek via Poon Hill are two major permits. The permits in question are the ACAP and TIMS.

The Trekker’s Information Management System Permit, known by its acronym TIMS, is one of the permits. This general permit is required for any foreign hiker visiting Nepal. It guarantees one’s security when hiking the Annapurna Circuit’s inaccessible trails.

The other permit is the Annapurna Conservation Area Permit, also known by the acronym ACAP. This permit is enforced in the protected area in the Annapurna region. It ensures that the local flora and fauna will continue to exist and thrive.

Food and Accomodation

The options for food and accommodation vary based on where you will stay for the day. Our stay in Kathmandu or Pokhara will be in hotels. However, in the remote hamlets of the trek, we will stay in a tea house. Hotels will have a wider range of amenities, but tea houses have limited resources. The more remote you travel, the less access to basic resources. Hence, the facilities will not be on par with the city and will be more expensive due to freight charges for commuting for rations in the remote trails.

The food and drink options also vary and change based on where you are on your trip. Pokhara and Kathmandu have a wider range of cuisines. However, the local tea house in remote trails provides mostly Nepali staple food. You will likely get regular Nepali meals like rice, lentils, and vegetable curry. Other foods like thukpa(soup noodles), chowmein, momo(dumplings), etc, are also available. Drinking options, like soda, tea, coffee, etc., will also be available.

Itinerary

Day 01 Drive/Flight to Pokhara
Day 02 Drive to Nayapul and trek to Tikhedunga [1,560m/5,116ft]
Day 03 Tikhedunga to Ghorepani [2,860m/9,380ft]
Day 04 Ghorepani to Tadapani [2,630m/8,626ft]
Day 05 Tadapani to Chhomrong [2,170m/7,176ft]
Day 06 Chhomrong to Himalaya [2,902m/9,577ft]
Day 07 Himalaya to Annapurna Base camp
Day 08 Annapurna Base Camp to Bamboo [2,310m/7,576ft]
Day 09 Bamboo to Jhinu Danda [5838 ft, 1780m]
Day 10 Jhinu Danda to Pothana [6199 ft, 1890m]
Day 11 Pothana to Pokhara [2690 ft, 1400m]
Day 12 Drive/Flight to Kathmandu

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Conclusion

Going to the Annapurna Base Camp trek from the Poon Hill Trek is very popular among trekkers. First off, the routes connect with each other. The best part about this trek is that you get to explore a maximum number of elements throughout your journey. Annapurna Base Camp is considered one of the simplest yet most explorable journeys in the Annapurna Conservation Area. Likewise, the Ghorepani Poonhill Trek is one of the simplest yet most enjoyable treks of all time in Nepal. And we’re saying all this because all kinds of trekkers, including the beginners, can enjoy the trek overall. Whether or not you’re a beginner or a refined trekker, this trek is for you. Happy journey ahead, adventurer!

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How many days is the Annapurna Base Camp trek via Poon Hill?

The ABC trek via Poon Hill can take anywhere from 10 to 15 days. We plan on taking 12 days to complete this trek.

Can a beginner do this trek?

Yes, people with any level of experience in trekking can do this trek. But we do suggest you to get physically fitter before starting the trek.

How fit do I need to be for the ABC trek via Poon Hill?

You need to be fit enough to endure around 10 days of walking for 5 to 6 hours. Most of it will include an uphill walk for most of the trip.

What is the highest point of this trek?

At 4130 meters, the Annapurna base camp is the highest point of the climb.

Do you need a guide for the trek?

Yes, you need to bring a guide for this trek. The trekking of remote mountain trails is forbidden without the company of a licensed guide. We will ensure you have guides with you for the trip.

Do you need porters for the trek?

For your trek, porters are not a compulsion. However, they do make your travel much easier; you’ll carry less gear and have more stamina for the trek.

How much does the Annapurna Base Camp Trek via Poon Hill cost?

This trek will cost you USD 725.

Is there an age limit for the ABC trek via Poon Hill?

Please refrain from bringing kids younger than seven years old. Additionally, elderly individuals with health concerns shouldn’t walk the area.

Is the ABC trek via Poon Hill dangerous?

Although ABC Trek is not risky, improper planning could be deadly. Thus, be sure to follow every advice that the team and your guides provide. Practice caution and have a safe trip.

Is the ABC Trek the same as the EBC Trek?

Although both treks take you to the foothills of one of the tallest mountains, they are different. ABC trek is rather simpler compared to the EBC trek

Puru Thapaliya

My name is Puru (Purushottam Thapaliya). Since completing the Government Guide Training from Nepal’s Ministry of Tourism and Civil Aviation (KEEP and HRA), I have been a specialist in mountain trekking and peak climbing. With specific expertise in the Nepal, Tibet, and Bhutan regions, I have now been a trekking guide and tour operator in Nepal, and across the Himalayas, since 2012.

Guide For Annapurna Base Camp Trek With Poon Hill

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