Ghorepani Poon Hill Trek is a famous short trek along the Annapurna Region of Nepal. It is famous for its 360-degree view of the most beautiful scenery and the sight of sunrise over the Himalayas. This short trek is completed in 3 to 4 days. This blog teaches you about the budget required to trek this hill.

This trek takes you through the typical Gurung and Magar villages with heartwarming people. You get to see the panoramic views of Annapurna Range. Great Himalayas surround this hill: Annapurna to the east and Dhaulagiri to the west.

You pass through the colorful forest of Rhododendrons and other leafy trees. The color-changing forest trees give the most authentic vibe during the fall season. It takes you to an altitude of 3210 m. It is called CherraPunji of Nepal because it receives the maximum rainfall in Nepal.

The total cost of this trek is around $450 to $700. This includes accommodation, food and drinks, Nepal Visa, Transportation, guide and porter, permit, trekking equipment, and insurance costs.

You can directly book the package from a travel agency for your ease. You can directly pay your agency in bulk; they will arrange everything before your trek. But packages may exclude some factors which you must arrange yourself. So, Knowing the cost details needed to enjoy this trek is better.

Accommodation Cost

The accommodation of the Poon Hill trek is more comfortable than other remote area treks. You can find lots of guest houses along the trail to the hill. The guest houses are well facilitated with Wi-Fi, hot water shower, and electricity.

It costs around $4 to $8 per person per night to stay in these guesthouses. The city hotels cost around $10 to $50 according to the services and qualities. You can choose hotels within your budget range to enjoy your trek.

Transportation Cost

You can choose transportation according to your comfort to reach another place. But you should use a public bus to travel as it is very cost-friendly. You can book a ticket for a bus transport and get seated for the whole journey.

If you take a bus to reach Pokhara from Kathmandu, it costs $13. Then, to start your trekking, you need to reach Nayapul. If you take a bus from Pokhara to Nayapul, it costs $3. From Gandruk to Pokhara, it costs $4 to $5, and from Kande to Pokhara it costs $2.

Food Cost

The cost of food varies according to altitude. In Pokhara, Vegetarian food costs around $3 to $5, and non-vegetarian food costs around $5 to $7. But the price increases after you ascend to Poon Hill. It costs $38 for a full-day meal. Non-vegetarian food is even more expensive.

Permit Cost

Ghorepani Poon Hill lies in Annapurna Region. So, To complete this trek, you must get an Annapurna Conservation Area Project Permit and a TIMS (Trekkers’ Information Management System) permit.

Annapurna Conservation Area is a protected area by the Government of Nepal. So, to enter any part of the Annapurna Region, you need a legal permit. It is available in the Nepal Tourism Board of Kathmandu and Pokhara. The cost of the Annapurna Conservation Area Project ( ACAP) Permit depends on your nationality.

If you are from a SAARC country, then it costs NRP 2000.
If you are from other foreign countries, then it costs NRP 200.

A TIMS card is mandatory for trekkers’ safety. It keeps records of trekkers to track their information during emergency cases.TIMS cards can be obtained from the Nepal Tourism Board (NTB) of Kathmandu or the Trekking Agencies Association of Nepal (TAAN).

If you apply for this permit through a registered Trekking Agency, then it will cost less.
The cost for TIMS varies in the following conditions:

It costs USD 20 for individual trekkers.
If you apply through the registered Trekking Agency, it costs only USD 10.
If you are a SAARC country resident, then it costs USD 6.

Travel Insurance Cost

Travel Insurance is mandatory for trekking in Nepal. Trekking in Poon Hill is quite risky due to long ascents and dangerous steep descents. That’s why you need insurance that covers all your costs during any emergency in the journey.

It is best to get from your country before your Nepal flight. While booking a package, you need to provide your insurance details to the travel agencies in Nepal so that they can get you permits. Insurance generally costs $150 for 30 days.

Equipment Cost

Trekking gear is mandatory for any trekking. You can either buy it or rent it to save your money. If you want to buy your trekking gear, it costs around $500 to $1000. Buying all the equipment for just one trek is not budget-friendly. So, it is best to rent it.

You can rent high-quality trekking gear from a reputable rental shop in Kathmandu and Pokhara. Equipment such as poles, crampons, weatherproof coats, tents, backpacks, and sleeping bags are available in rental shops. Renting these trekking gear costs USD 1 to USD 10 per day.

You better check the quality and condition of all those gears before renting. Renting can save your budget in high dimensions. So, you can save money by making wise decisions for your trek.

Guide and Porter Cost

A professional guide is mandatory for your trekking if you are a foreigner. You can hire them from Travel agencies while booking a package and hiring a professional licensed guide costs around $20 to $30 daily. If your backpacks are heavy, we suggest hiring a porter as well. They can carry your backpacks of 20 to 25 kg.

Hiring a porter costs $18 to $20 per day. A guide helps you to navigate the routes and socialize with local people. They also help you to pre-book your homestays. Your journey will be very merrier if you take a guide with you.

Conclusion

Therefore, Ghorepani Poon Hill Trek is best to enjoy panoramic sceneries in a short period. The 360-degree view will leave a mark on your heart forever. You can trek to Poon Hill with your friends and family on short vacations.

You can enjoy this trek on a budget of around $450 to $700. It is cheaper than other treks, which can be completed in 3 to 4 days. The budget distribution is mentioned clearly in this blog. Enjoy your trek!