Until recently, it was required to take multiple-day treks if you wanted to see the incredible panoramic view of the Annapurna, Dhaulagiri, and Manaslu mountain ranges from Poon Hill (3210m). Because of the recent construction of a road connecting Pokhara to Poon Hill, you can sit back and enjoy cruising to the jaw-dropping viewpoint in less than two hours. Our four-wheel-drive Jeep bounces up the hillside as our eyes are fixated on the beauty that surrounds us. Even from the Jeep, we pass picturesque terraced hillsides, brightly blooming rhododendron forests, and several charming Gurung villages on our steep ascent up the hill.
Whether you’re relaxing in Pokhara or just want a quick mountain getaway from Kathmandu, this is the trip for you. You get the same views that you would if you were trekking, but you don’t have to do much work to get there. Afterward, we descend back to Pokhara. The best time to do this tour is during the spring to see the rhododendrons blooming, although other seasons provide spectacular beauty as well. Day Tours Nepal will make full arrangements for your Poon Hill on Wheels tour, including pokhara to ghorepani jeep prices in private vehicles, food, and accommodations.
Highlights of the Ghorepani Jeep Drive Tour
- Sunrise and sunset views from Poon Hill
- Snowy Mountain peaks from Poon Hill.
- Flora and Fauna, Greenery Mountains
- Waterfall, Rhododendron Forest (March)
- Mountain people's lifestyle and culture
Ghorepani Poon Hill Jeep Drive Trek
While updating this trip package, the jeep can go further than Banthati to ValeOdar, and from there it will take 2 and a half hours to reach Ghorepani by foot. BUT! The 2-and-a-half-hour walk trek will not be possible in monsoon (July to the end of September) and in winter (Jan to March) after the snowfall since the road is not paved. This Poon Hill on Wheels itinerary plans to drive from Pokhara to Ulleri Banthati, and then the trek will be for a maximum of 4 hours to reach Ghorepani.
The natural beauty builds our anticipation for what lies ahead. After our delightful drive, we have a short walk up to the viewpoint. You’ll get goosebumps as you take in the spectacular views of Annapurna (8091m), Hiuchuli (6441m), Machhapuchhre (6993m), Dhaulagiri (8167m), Manaslu (8156 m), and many other surrounding white peaks. We take our time, snapping photos and contemplating the enormity of the astonishing peaks in front of our eyes. If you want to hang out for an extra day to see the sun rise over the mountains, it’s definitely worth it.
Is it possible to drive to Ghorepani Poon Hill straight from Pokhara?
The answer is yes, and it takes almost 8 hours via Beni Highway. From Pokhara to Beni, the roads are paved, but afterward, the roads are bumpy and dusty. However, the Ghorepani Drive Tour will be for 2 days from Pokhara. If you want to try this adventure Poon Hill Drive tour, then we will arrange, and the jeep will take you straight to Ghorepani village. The Ghorepani Jeep Drive cost USD 300 in total for 2 days, which covers the jeep, fuel, driver salary, and allowance. In one Jeep, a maximum of eight people can travel.