Independent Cost Guide 2026

Ghorepani Poon Hill Trek Cost & Budget

Estimate expenses for 5-day Ghorepani Poon Hill sunrise trek (3,210m), ACAP permits, TIMS card, Pokhara transport, and teahouses.

1. Poon Hill Details

Duration (Days)

5

Trekkers2

Guide Option

Porter Option

Lodging Tier

Include Pokhara-Nayapul Transport ($25/person)

2. Estimated Cost Output

PER PERSON

$0

GROUP TOTAL

$0

ACAP & TIMS Permits$0

Guide & Porter Daily Fees$0

Teahouse Lodging & Meals$0

Pokhara-Nayapul Transport$0

Estimate only — actual costs vary by season, provider and travel conditions.

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🌅 Best Time to Trek

Seasonal Guide

✅Best Months

Oct-Nov | Mar-Apr

Clear skies, stable weather, best mountain views and trail conditions.

🔵Good Alternative

Sep (late monsoon), May, Dec

Manageable conditions — fewer crowds but check local weather reports.

⚠️Difficult Months

Jun-Aug (monsoon and leeches)

Not recommended — heavy monsoon, extreme cold, or pass closure risk.

Monthly Overview

Jan

Avoid

Feb

Avoid

Mar

Best

Apr

Best

May

Good

Jun

Avoid

Jul

Avoid

Aug

Avoid

Sep

Good

Oct

Best

Nov

Best

Dec

Good

Best

Good

Avoid

💡

Poon Hill sunrise is possible year-round, but monsoon clouds block mountain views Jun-Aug.

🏔️ Related Treks in the Annapurna Region

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Ghorepani Poon Hill Trek Cost & Budget Guide 2026

Calculate Ghorepani Poon Hill trek cost. ACAP permit, TIMS card, Pokhara to Nayapul transport, guide/porter rates, and teahouse lodging budget.

Extending Your Annapurna Journey

Poon Hill is often combined with other trails in the Annapurna range. If you have extra days, you can extend your trek into the sanctuary using our Annapurna Base Camp Calculator, experience the breathtaking ridge walk on Mardi Himal, or take on the full Annapurna Circuit.

How much does the Ghorepani Poon Hill trek cost?

A 5-day Ghorepani Poon Hill trek costs between $300 and $480 USD per person including ACAP permit ($23), TIMS ($15), Pokhara transport ($25), guide ($25/day), porter ($18/day), and teahouse lodging.

Is Poon Hill suitable for beginner trekkers?

Yes, Poon Hill is ideal for beginners and families, featuring moderate stone staircase trails and max elevation of 3,210m at Poon Hill viewpoint.