Langtang Poon Hill Trekking 11 Days
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Overview
Langtang Poon Hill Trekking
Throughout Langtang and Poonhill, you explore the green forests and snowy mountains.
Beautiful sunrise over the Annapurna Range.
Interaction with local villagers.
You will experience one of the biggest Ghandruk Gurung villages and also the Ulleri Magar Village.
Joint Treks Of Langtang Poon Hill Trekking 12 Days is known as “the valley of glial masses” and is a beautiful place. You get to see mesmerizing snow-topped mountains and massive glaciers. Mount Langtang-Lirung (7246 m) lies just 19 miles north of Kathmandu.
This valley offers pine woodland forests, serene mountain streams, lush green slopes, and an enjoyable experience. You can also climb Kyanjing Ri (4900m) if you wish. This is a non-technical climb that trekkers can perform without any previous climbing skills.
More about Langtang And Poon Hill Combine Trek
In Joint Treks Of Langtang Poon Hill Trekking 12 Days after finishing with Langtang. We will start to trek back through the magnificent hills until we reach Syabru Besi, where we will take our private vehicle to Pokhara. Starting near Pokhara, the Poon Hill trek is perfect for that who don’t wish to walk for long hours.
And still want to enjoy all the wonders of a mountain trekking experience. Most hikes in Langtang take place at lower elevations and are less demanding. Our expert guides help you at every step and ensure your Nepal adventure is unlike any other.
As Poon Hill Trekking is mainly known as Poon Hill Panorama Trekking. For its mesmerizing panoramic view of the Dhaulagiri Mountain Range, Annapurna Mountain Range, Lamjung Himal, Manaslu, Ganesh, and several other Himalayan peaks. Whether hiking up or back down to Pokhara, you will be surrounded by picturesque terraces.
Moreover, slopes, warm villages, and beautiful paddy fields. And the incredible culture and lifestyle of ethnic people like the Gurungs and Magars. We can assure you that you cannot stop telling people back home about the quality time you spent during the Joint Treks Of Langtang And Poon Hill for 12 days.
Trip Highlights
- ☞The highest point of Langtang Valley is Kyanjin Ri at 4,773m.
- ☞Syabrubesi is known as the gateway to the Langtang Valley trail.
- ☞You can view mountains like Langtang Lirung, Dorje Lakpa, Loenpo Gang, and Changbu from the Langtang Valley.
- ☞The best time to visit Langtang is from March to May and September to November.
- ☞Poonhill Trek is also known as Annapurna Sunrise Trek.
What's Included
Included Services
- ✓Airport pickup and drop services on a private vehicle
- ✓Transportation from Kathmandu to Syabrubesi, Syabrubesi to Pokhara and Pokhara to Kathmandu in a private vehicle
- ✓Food all along the trip (Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner and a cup of coffee or tea) and accommodations during the trip in hotels with family environment
- ✓Down jacket/all-season sleeping bag/duffel bag (must be returned after completion of the trip)
- ✓Licensed trekking guide
- ✓Transportation, food, accommodation and insurance of guide and porter
- ✓First Aid Medical Kit (Carried by the guide)
- ✓All required government fees, taxes, permits and paperwork
- ✓A nation-wide operated Mobile SIM Card and a map of the trekking regions
- ✓Farewell dinner in Kathmandu at a cultural restaurant
Excluded Services
- ✗International airfareVisa fees
- ✗Your travel and medical insurance
- ✗Personal expenses such as shopping, bar bills, hot shower, telephone, laundry, titbits etc
- ✗Food and accommodation in Kathmandu
- ✗Emergency expenses such as expenses on charted helicoptor
- ✗Tips for guides and porters
Detailed Itinerary
More Information
What kind of permits are required for the trek?
Permits are essential when trekking Nepal. These permits help keep track of tourism in Nepal. You will require three different permits for the joint trek of Langtang and Poonhill.
The first is the TIMS card(Trekkers’ Information Management System). This will cost around 20$ for individual trekkers and 10$ for group trekkers.
The next one is the Langtang National Park Permit. This permit comes with a cost of 15$ for SAARC Nationals and 30$ for NON-SAARC Nationals.
The last permit you need to get is the Annapurna Conservation Area Permit. This will cost you around 25$
When trekking with an agency, they usually cover you for permits and passes. Solo travelers can get their permits from the Nepal Tourism Board. This may take a few days so that you can plan your trip accordin
What is the best time to go on the joint trek of Langtang and Poon Hill?
For most of the trek in the Himalayas. The perfect season is regarded as September to November and March to May. And for the joint trek of Langtang and Poonhill, the story goes the same. The seasons of autumn and spring with trekking are like bread and butter. You can always go right with this combo.
We suggest avoiding trekking in summer, as in Nepal, summer coincides with the monsoon, making the path slippers flash floods and other problems. However, there are successful treks even in those seasons, so we suggest you not. Talking about the winter, the temperature is extremely well below the freezing point at such an altitude, and there is heavy snowfall. Thus, it is all up to you in the end. But for a great trek, you can’t go wrong with spring and autumn.
Are there any cultural experiences available during the trek?
The sector where the joint trek of Langtang and Poonhill blooms is cultural. It is filled with the rich cultural experience of the local Tamang and Gurung Communities. You get to experience the lifestyle around the Himalayas. You are visiting many Hindu temples and Buddhist monasteries along the way. You get a deeper idea of traditions around here.
But for you to experience it, you must have a great guide. A guide who knows his way around the terrains and can lead, helping you experience each and everything.
What are the key highlights and attractions of the trek?
Being a joint trek of Langtang and Poonhill, this has to offer you much more than your ordinary trek. The breathtaking mountain views include famous peaks such as Langtang Lirung and Annapurna from Poonhill. Moreover, the lush forests filled with diverse flora and fauna are nothing like you have ever experienced. The path is filled with rhododendrons (around March-May), oaks, and a variety of bird species. You come across various streams.
As a bonus, you also get to visit and interact with the local Tamang and Gurung villages, experiencing their way of life. These all small details are what contribute to a great trek in the long run. When talking about views and sceneries, this trek will surely take it to the next level.
What is the joint trek of Langtang and Poon Hill and how long does it take?
For those trekking enthusiasts, the joint trek of Langtang and Poonhill will give you a wholesome experience. Twelve days of trek in Nepal takes you through Langtang and the Annapurna region to experience the famous Poonhill. The trek offers you a combination of stunning mountain views, diverse flora, and fauna. Moreover, the trek also provides the cultural richness of the local Tamang and Gurung Communities.
How can one hire a guide or porter for the trek?
You may ask about the best way to hire a guide or porter for the trek. The answer is through a trekking agency. Many people need to realize that a trekking agency will be their best investment, with guides and porters coming in cheap and friendly. Plus, the management should not be your headache. The team manages everything.
Moreover, if you are a solo traveler, you can get your guides and porters directly from Kathmandu. Also, you can contact Nepal Lion Tours anytime for such facilities.
You can hire a guide or porter for the trek through a trekking agency or directly in Kathmandu.
What is the best way to prepare for the joint trek of Langtang and Poon Hill?
There are certain ways you can prepare for a joint trek of Langtang and Poon Hill, which will help you strengthen both physically and mentally to conquer this trek. The trek is quite physically demanding. Thus, you must be in great shape. Also, make sure to do research and purchase the necessary clothes. Equipment such as great hiking boots and a good backpack are necessary. Also, familiarize yourself with the local culture and customs and obtain the necessary permits before beginning the trek. Additionally, it is recommended to consult with a doctor and obtain necessary vaccinations before the trek, especially if you are trekking in remote areas where medical facilities may not be easily accessible.
