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Pokhara · HIKING & TREKKING

The 15 Best Treks & Hikes from Pokhara

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Pokhara is the gateway to the Annapurnas, and almost every great trek in the region starts here. Below are the best treks and hikes from Pokhara, from a three-day Poon Hill loop to the full Base Camp sanctuary: how many days each takes, how high it climbs, what a guided trip costs, and which one to pick for your first time in the hills.

Poon hill Trek 3 days

Poon hill Trek 3 days - Sunrise From Poon Hill: Annapurna Views You Can Time

1.Poon hill Trek 3 days

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 176 reviews · from $230Our pick

3-day Poon Hill trek from Pokhara with sunrise Annapurna views, small-group care, meals, permits, and guide support—great value for short trips.

“The hike itself was stunning, with the summit being beautiful at sunrise. The guide and porter have been looking after us kindly, asked if I was okay and were amazingly helpful especially I went at a set pace and stopped for a few breaks. I recommend this hike if you are after a short duration hike as it was great and challenging experience to do.”

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Trekking in Annapurna/Langtang/Everest/Upper Mustang regions

Trekking in Annapurna/Langtang/Everest/Upper Mustang regions - When weather can change your plans

2.Trekking in Annapurna/Langtang/Everest/Upper Mustang regions

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 161 reviews · from $40Best value

Trek with a certified guide from Pokhara on Annapurna or Upper Mustang routes, with flexible day options and clear planning help.

“All of the amazing reviews were spot on. I am so grateful to Raju for an incredible day. From the moment I booked he messaged me and provided me options for treks, pictures in order to decide, and was communicative throughout the prRead more”

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Pokhara: 4-Day Ghorepani, Poonhill & Ghandruk Mountain Trek

Pokhara: 4-Day Ghorepani, Poonhill & Ghandruk Mountain Trek - Day 1: Pokhara to Nayapul to Ulleri (First Views, First Uphill Rhythm)

Ghorepani – Poon Hill Trek 3N-4D

Ghorepani - Poon Hill Trek 3N-4D - Day 2 to Ghorepani: Village Life Meets Mountain Trails

4.Ghorepani – Poon Hill Trek 3N-4D

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 125 reviews · from $321

Private Ghorepani–Poon Hill trek from Pokhara with teahouse nights, permits, meals, and sunrise views over the Annapurnas in 3N/4D.

“Our guide Milan and our porter Krishnan were so friendly, loving and caring. It was our first trek ever, it would have been really hard for them to tolerate our slow pace but they managed it very well. We couldn’t see the mountains from Poon hill as it was cloudy and rainy most of the time. Still trekking in the rain was a wonderful experience.”

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Pokhara: Annapurna Foothills Day Hike with Transfers

Pokhara: Annapurna Foothills Day Hike with Transfers - Stage One: From Kande to Australian Basecamp Viewpoint

5.Annapurna Foothills Day Hike with Transfers

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 100 reviews · 8 hours · from $42

Pokhara day hike from Kande to Australian Basecamp and Dhampus. Private guide, mountain views, culture, and transfers included.

“It was great especially the Australian camp and my guide was lovely. He has been doing it for a long time and so knows all about it. You couldn't ask for a better person to go with you up the hill :))))) 🙏”

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Kathmandu/Pokhara: 5-Day Annapurna Base Camp (ABC) Trek

Kathmandu/Pokhara: 5-Day Annapurna Base Camp (ABC) Trek - Getting From Kathmandu or Pokhara Without Losing a Day

6.Kathmandu/Pokhara: 5-Day Annapurna Base Camp (ABC) Trek

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 72 reviews · 5 days · from $96

5-day Annapurna Base Camp trek from Pokhara or Kathmandu: forests, waterfalls, Jhinu hot springs and ABC sunrise at 4,130m for $96.

“It was an amazing experience. Big thanks to our guide Smile, who is very experienced, friendly and helpful. He really did a great job. The whole trek was well-organized so if you consider doing it, I definitely recommend Cordial Trek company and Smile as a guide.”

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From Pokhara: 3-Day Ghorepani Poon Hill Trek with Guide

From Pokhara: 3-Day Ghorepani Poon Hill Trek with Guide - Day 1: Pokhara to Ulleri (The Stairs Begin, But You’re Not Alone)

7.3-Day Ghorepani Poon Hill Trek with Guide

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 68 reviews · from $162

3-day Ghorepani Poon Hill trek from Pokhara with an English guide, tea-house nights, and a sunrise viewpoint over Annapurna.

“Highly recommend this tour. Bidur was an amazing guide, attentive, accommodating and well-organized. Out trekking experience was truly memorable.”

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Pokhara: 4-Day Mardi Himal Trek

Pokhara: 4-Day Mardi Himal Trek - Getting There from Pokhara: the Kande Start Makes Day 1 Easier

8.4-Day Mardi Himal Trek

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 59 reviews · 4 days · from $139

4-day Mardi Himal trek from Pokhara with forest trails, tea houses, and sunrise views of Machhapuchhre and the Annapurna range.

“Incredible trip I had the best guide I could have possibly asked for. He supposed me all the way through the trek sharing his knowledge I highly recommend”

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4-Day Private Poon Hill Trekking Tour

4-Day Private Poon Hill Trekking Tour - Day 1: Ulleri Start From Nayapul (and the Taxi-to-Trail Reality)

9.4-Day Private Poon Hill Trekking Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 58 reviews · from $359

Private 4-day Poon Hill trek from Pokhara via Ulleri and Ghorepani, sunrise views, teahouse meals, permits, and an English guide.

“Amazing! Friends and I took a 5 day trek in the Annapurna region, and we had an adventure of a lifetime. Although we made a decision to switch our trek from ABC to Poonhill after finishing the first day, our guide Raj Kumar and the rest of tRead more”

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Pokhara: 3-Day Ghorephani and Poon Hill Private Trek

Pokhara: 3-Day Ghorephani and Poon Hill Private Trek - Day 1: Pokhara to Ulleri and the Step Test

10.3-Day Ghorephani and Poon Hill Private Trek

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 58 reviews · 3 days · from $126

3 days from Pokhara to Ghorepani and Poon Hill for Annapurna views, rhododendron walks, and a sunrise climb with a private guide.

“My friends and I joined the 3-day trek and had a wonderful time. Our guide, Santosh Sherestha, was great and helped make the experience memorable and stress-free. It was beautiful and I would recommend this short trek to anyone!”

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Pokhara: 2-Day Ghorephani and Poon Hill Private Trek

Pokhara: 2-Day Ghorephani and Poon Hill Private Trek - Pokhara pick-up and the Ulleri ride: the part you can’t skip

11.2-Day Ghorephani and Poon Hill Private Trek

★★★★★★★★★★4.6 · 50 reviews · 2 days · from $104

A 2-day private Poon Hill trek from Pokhara with rhododendron forests, Gurung villages, and a sunrise view over Annapurna and Dhaulagiri.

“We had a fantastic time. Our guide, Raj, was friendly, professional and knowledgeable, and the hotel we stayed in overnight was great, with amazing views. Poon Hill itself was mind blowing, I have genuinely never been somewhere so beautiful.”

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Independent Trekking Guide in Pokhara

Independent Trekking Guide in Pokhara - Gear matters: what you get before you even leave Pokhara

13.Independent Trekking Guide in Pokhara

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 46 reviews · from $50

Private independent guide in Pokhara helps you choose the right Annapurna trek, handles permits and tea houses, and brings photo-ready gear.

“Roshan did not only live up to all his reviews, he exceeded and went above and beyond to look after us and make sure we had the best time trekking with him! A massive thank you for everything you taught us and showed us along the way. Read more”

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Annapurna Base Camp Trek (8 days)

Annapurna Base Camp Trek (8 days) - Key highlights worth planning around

15.Annapurna Base Camp Trek (8 days)

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 45 reviews · from $650

8-day Annapurna Base Camp trek from Pokhara with permits, tea-house lodging, and meals included, led by Madu for a smooth, local feel.

“It was good. My guide Shreedhar was very helpful. I booked 8 days ABC trek but we finished in 5 days (there is no compensation if you finish earlier). I think it’s normal to finish in 5/6 days. In December it’s cold in the mountains but the weather was really sunny.”

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