The 15 Treks in Pokhara That Earn Their Price

1.Poon hill Trek 3 days

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

Trek from Pokhara to Poon Hill in a small group of up to 12, with a local guide, porter support, meals, permits, and transport. Expect steep steps to Ulleri, a sunrise start at Poon Hill, and views of Annapurna, Dhaulagiri, Nilgiri, Mardi Himal, and Manaslu.

“I had a wonderful time doing the 3 day trek to Poon Hill. First day is a good challenge with the 3000+ steps leading to Ulleri. The views were just beautiful. I had a wonderful guide, Sabin, I would recommend 100%. He’s very attentive, knowlageable, and goes at your own pace.”

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

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 161 reviews

Start and finish in Pokhara on a private trek for up to 15 people, choosing a day hike or a longer Annapurna or Upper Mustang route. Guide Raju Bhandari helps shape the plan, explains local life, and arranges food, lodging, and transport. Your fee covers his meals and accommodation, but not yours.

“Raju was an excellent guide and I had a fantastic day with him hiking to Australian Camp and Dhampus. He had excellent communication via text leading up to our hike. I wasn’t sure which trail I wanted to take so he sent me a bunch of suggesRead more”

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3.4-Day Ghorepani, Poonhill & Ghandruk Mountain Trek

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 132 reviews · 4 days · from $181

Spend four days hiking from Pokhara through Ulleri and Ghorepani to Poon Hill and Ghandruk. A private guide such as Jeet, Santosh, Chandra, or Tanka handles permits, meals, lodges, and pacing while you focus on mountain views, village life, and the famous sunrise.

“Our guide Jeet was a blast he was very knowledgeable about the trek and other treks in Nepal and was a lot of fun. The trek itself was very good the scenery was gorgeous.”

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4.Ghorepani – Poon Hill Trek 3N-4D

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

Trek privately from Pokhara to Poon Hill and Ghorepani with an English-speaking guide, teahouse rooms, meals, permits, and road transfers included. You climb stone steps, cross forest trails, and reach a 3,210-meter sunrise viewpoint. Guides have included Anil, Milan, Krishnan, and Diwan.

“We had the most amazing trek, made even better by our wonderful guide Anil (Pai as we called him!) He was so knowledgeable about the trek whilst also teaching us so much about Nepali culture and lots of different phrases. He was Read more”

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5.Annapurna Foothills Day Hike with Transfers

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

Spend eight hours hiking from Kande to Australian Camp, Dhampus, and Phedi with a private vehicle, certified guide, permits, water, and optional meals. Guides such as Moti Thapa and Purushottam adjust the pace well, explain local culture, and make this a strong first Himalayan hike.

“Moti was perfect in everything! I was really moved by the stunning view of the mountains, and the lunch was great. Moti gave all the information. Definitely try this hiking tour!”

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

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

Walk from Simrung through bamboo forest, waterfalls, mountain villages, and the Annapurna Sanctuary to ABC at 4,130 meters. Your licensed guide handles permits, lodges, and pacing. Guides such as Raju, Pratip, Anil, and Smile are praised for patient care, local insight, and calm help when conditions turn difficult.

“An amazing Annapurna Base Camp trek from start to finish. The scenery was absolutely breathtaking every day, and reaching ABC was an unforgettable experience. Our guide Raj was excellent. He made the trek feel safe, well organised, and enjoyable the whole way through. Highly recommend this trek.”

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7.Annapurna Panorama trek

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 71 reviews · from $1,045

This 11-day private Nepal trip combines Kathmandu and Pokhara sightseeing with six days on the Annapurna Panorama trail. You climb to Poon Hill at 3,210 meters, sleep in mountain lodges, and travel with a registered English-speaking guide, porters, permits, meals, snacks, and borrowed trekking gear.

“This was my 2nd second time trekking with Mountain Mart. I did EBC in 2017 with my father and we returned this March for the Annapurna circuit. I cannot say enough great things about our guide Ram, who made our experience truly unforgeRead more”

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8.3-Day Ghorepani Poon Hill Trek with Guide

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

Travel from Pokhara into the Annapurna region on a private, guided three-day trek. Climb through Gurung villages and forest to Ghorepani, then rise early for Poon Hill’s sunrise over Annapurna and Dhaulagiri. Guide names vary, with Bidur, Paras, Dipak, and Sandesh among those praised for patient pacing.

“Thank you Paras for being my guide at this tour! Even if it were cloudy I had a special experience.”

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9.4-Day Mardi Himal Trek

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

Take a private four-day trek from Pokhara through Gurung and Magar villages, rhododendron forest, and high mountain trails. Your English or Hindi-speaking guide leads you to Mardi Himal Viewpoint at about 4,200 meters for sunrise over Fishtail and Annapurna, with an optional Base Camp hike when conditions allow.

“I did the Mardi Himal trek with MTA Trekking, and it was a really enjoyable experience. We reached the Mardi Himal Viewpoint, and even added a bonus hike to Mardi Himal Base Camp, which was a great surprise and not part of the original plan. The views of Fishtail, Annapurna South, Mardi Himal, and the surrounding peaks were beautiful and definitely a highlight of the trek. The teahouse stays were comfortable, especially Namaste Hotel in High Camp and Hotel Low Camp. My guide Ramit was excellent — supportive, friendly, and always making sure I was comfortable. He took photos along the way and shared interesting insights about Nepali culture and…”

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10.3-Day Ghorephani and Poon Hill Private Trek

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

This private 3-day trek takes you from Pokhara to Ulleri, Ghorepani, and Poon Hill at 3,210 meters. Your English, Hindi, or Nepali speaking guide handles permits, teahouses, transport, and pacing. Guides such as Santosh, Laxman, Jeet, and Chandra are known for patient support.

“Poon Hill was absolutely amazing and we were in very good hands with our guide Thikka. The tea houses our guide picked were really well-chosen and nice. Snow Peak is ready to make the trip as you would like it.”

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11.4-Day Private Poon Hill Trekking Tour

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

Trek from Pokhara through Ulleri and Ghorepani to Poon Hill at 3,210 meters, with a private English-speaking guide, teahouse lodging, meals, permits, and a sunrise over the Annapurna range. Ask which service level and guide will be assigned before booking.

“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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12.5 Day Annapurna Base Camp Trek & Natural Hot Spring

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 44 reviews · 5 days · from $171

You’ll hike from Jhinu through forests, villages, and high mountain country to Annapurna Base Camp at 4,130 meters, with a private English-speaking guide, shared jeep transfers, lodge stays, permits, and a Jhinu hot spring stop. Guides including Deepak, Hari, Narayan, and Paras are frequently assigned.

“Sudeep was a wonderful guide. He was very co-operative.”

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13.Private Mardi Himal Trek

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 42 reviews · from $399

Trek from Pokhara to Mardi Himal with a private team and female guide, staying in mountain lodges and hiking toward Base Camp. The $399 package includes permits, meals, porter support, trekking gear, and transport, with guides such as Bhim and Saugat among past team members.

“I just completed a private Mardi Himal Trek with Nepal Wilderness Trekking. The guide, Saugat Tamang, and the porter, Tashi Tamang, arrived punctually and made me feel welcome.”

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14.4-Day Mardi Himal Base Camp Trek

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 31 reviews · 4 days · from $138

This private 4-day trek takes you from Pokhara through rhododendron forests to High Camp and Mardi Himal Viewpoint, with an optional Base Camp walk near 4,500 meters. Guides such as Anil, Santosh, Bala, and Tanka adjust the pace, explain local culture, and help you manage the steep sections.

“Did the Mardi Trek and Jeet Bhadur was not only an excellent guide but very flexible. The whole trek doesn’t have to be done on the first go and Jeet will look after you make sure everything is alright. He’ll also give other recommendations, tips and tricks along the way. Worth the money!”

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15.5-Day Annapurna Basecamp Trek with Hot Springs

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 26 reviews · 5 days · from $155

Travel from Pokhara by road, then hike through rhododendron and bamboo forest to Annapurna Base Camp at 4,130 meters. English-speaking guides such as Anil, Santosh, Uttam, or Bishnu lead private groups, with tea-house stays, meals, permits, transport, and a hot spring visit included.

“Snow peak and tours is a fantastic company. Just finished the trek with Santos and had a brilliant time, felt very safe and it is clear he has a lot of experience. Would highly recommend”

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