Poon Hill Trek – 4 Days Trip

The above information is a guide and standard template of what we provide. This itinerary can be customized according to the duration of your holiday. We have many options for shorter visits based on your interests and budget.

On an adventure trip of this type, weather, political strikes, transport or a multitude of other factors beyond our control can result in a change of itinerary. It is however very unlikely that the itinerary would be substantially altered; if alterations are necessary the leader will decide what is the best alternative, taking into consideration the best interests of the whole group. Where a change does occur, we do everything we can to minimize its effect, but we cannot be responsible for the results of changes or delays.

Trek Leader and Crew

Here at Himalaya Discovery, we firmly believe that the way to get the most out of your staff is to treat them well; a happy staff is a hard-working staff. And this belief manifests itself in every way we deal with our staff.

We employ only local leaders and staff to help sustain the local communities we work with. We provide training for all our staff and all our trek leaders are trained in the following as a minimum;

• Intensive Wilderness First Aid
• Trekking Guide Training
• Eco Trekking Workshop & Adventure Meet
• English Language
• Conservation & Biodiversity
• Rock & Ice Climbing & Mountaineering (for expedition leaders)

So, we can guarantee you your trip will be led by the best, most professional and experienced guides there are. All of our guides good English-speakers, All our guides are carefully selected for their experience, leadership skills and personal ability. We have learnt that effective leadership is a vital for a trip to be safe, enjoyable and successful.

In fact, not only are all our guides experienced working in these regions, but most of them actually grew up in these mountainous regions of Nepal. Its home for them, it’s in their blood. They’re not only ‘familiar’ with local communities and culture; they’re a part of them and they practice it. They truly love their home and relish getting the opportunity to show travellers.

Poon Hill Trek 4 Days is mostly done in two main seasons – spring (March to May) and autumn (September to November). During this time, the weather is great, the sky remains clear & the temperature too is moderate enough, making it suitable for trekkers. If you are doing it during spring, the trail will be adorned with rhododendrons in full bloom, adding colours to this hilly terrain. On the other hand, if you plan on enjoying a crisp environment with clear views of mountains you can pick autumn. Despite being possible throughout winter (December to February) and summer (June to August), these months of winter do get pretty cold, accompanied by snowfall at times while Garnering slippery tracks due to rain & high risk of landslides during monsoon season.

Poon Hill Trek 4 Days is a moderate trek as you do not require professional hiking or mountaineering experience, nor do you need an exceptionally high level of fitness. You will be walking for 4-6 hours a day. However, most people can do it as the highest point on the trek is Poon Hill (3,210 meters). In terms of high altitude, many other treks in Nepal take you much higher than this. Your comfort and success can be increased drastically with some smart planning. You’ll climb up and down many hills during the trek through stone steps, forest paths, etc., but no technical climbing skill is required, so being physically fit always helps if you have a health condition which may affect you while in a remote area.

The lodgings available on the Poon Hill Trek 4 Days route are teahouses and trekking lodges that provide basic amenities. Rooms are generally twin-share with comfortable beds, blankets, and pillows. Toilets, as well as washing and shower facilities, are shared. Single rooms may be available at lower altitudes, but it’s not generally possible higher up. Teahouses have an adjoining ‘dining room’ where you can gather around the central stove with other trekkers for warmth while eating your meals. Although simple, the teahouses or lodges are quite cosy and regularly maintained by their owners. It is best to book ahead during peak trekking seasons to ensure accommodation.

Meals will be provided at tea houses along the trails, which offer a wide variety of local and international cuisines. For breakfast, you can choose between toast, pancakes, porridge, eggs or Tibetan bread with tea/coffee. At Lunch and Dinner time, Dal Bhat – a lentil soup served with rice and seasonal vegetables is a favourite among trekkers, being both healthy and tasty. Other options include rice, lentils (dal bhat), noodles, soups, pasta, dumplings (momos), curry dishes etc.

Vegetarian meals are available everywhere, while meat will also be available in most places, though the availability of fresh meat cannot be assured due to lack of transportation. We suggest you drink at least 3-4 litres each day to avoid dehydration since altitude sickness is commonly associated with dehydration. Mineral water bottles are available throughout the whole trek, as well as boiling water and tap water, which you can treat yourself using iodine drops or tablets.