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Description: Poon Hill lies in the foothills of the Annapurnas in the Himilayas. Whilst it is below the snowline in Nepal ... more

Poon Hill ... year-round, it is a wonderful hill to walk up for sunrise. Located to the south-west of the Anapurna massif and across a large river valley, it commands spectacular views of all four Anapurnas, Machupuchre, Nilgiri South and Daulagiri.

Newest Review: ... permit, for which you need a passport-size photograph, but the agency you book with can sort this out for you. The trek to Poonhill lasts for four days, climbing just over 2000 metres in altitude. The main attraction of this short trek is to witness sunrise from the top of Poonhill (3170m asl) over the snow-capped peaks of the Annapurna Ranges. It is a magical and eerie site, and the ... more

... closest I will ever get to feeling like I am on top of the world, with some of the world’s highest peaks in one direction, so close and detailed, and the plains of Nepal and India in the other. Completing the trek was a question of mind over matter, a...more

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Poon Hill: Poonhill Tea House Trek (497 words)
by - written on 15/08/00 (Very useful, 61 readings)
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The Himalayas are the main reason that most people visit Nepal, and even if you are not a mountain climber, a trekker, a rambler or just a good walker, taking a short hike into the foothills and mountains is a must when you are here. Trekking agencies in Kathmandu and Pokhara are as common as coffee shops in Melbourne, so there is plenty to choose from for all abilities. Being at the lowest rung of the trekking ability ladder a friend and I opted for the relaxed sounding Tea House Trek from Pokhara to Poonhill. The Tea House Trek includes a certified guide, and all accommodation and meals on the way. You also need to get a trekking permit, for which you need a ... Read the complete review