NAMASTE, 

Thank you for your interest in our Poon Hill & Chitwan Explorer Trek in Nepal. 

In Brief

• Arriving 17th Dec in KTM Departing 29 Dec

• 13 days in Nepal

• 4 days trekking up to Poon Hill 3200m for amazing views of the Annapurna and Dhaulagiri 8000m peaks

• 2 days in Chitwan national park Jungle lodge with elephant riding, washing and tours

• 2 Full days in Kathmandu

• 3 days private bus or jeep travel to trek and chitwan and return

• Guided tours of Kathmandu including Swyambunath and Bhaktapur with English Speaking Guide.

• The price for the trek is $1,600 AUD per person, for 3 or more people the price is $1,375 per person ex KTM Nepal 

• We have traveled to the region many times before and have close connections with the villagers

• We travel outside the peak hours

• We have deep connections with the villages and their people

• The trek is led by a qualified and experienced western leader

• Fully qualified NMGA guide, fluent in English ( and Australian !) and qualified in Wilderness First Aid

• Full logistics support from one of Nepal’s most experienced operators, our partner the Himalayan Guiding Institute

• No hidden costs

• Chartered private transport with experienced drivers

• High quality, friendly accommodation in Kathmandu

• Full medical kit and communications support

• High quality lodge in Chitwan

• An extra day’s trekking to Poon Hill  

Day 01

Arrive at Kathmandu (1400m) and be transferred by to Mum’s Home Hotel in Jyatha, Thamel. You will be met by our guide Sandesh Tamang. After you freshen up Sandesh will do a gear check before wandering into the Thamel district for some shopping and the dinner at Bon Appetit at around 6pm

Meals provided – none 

Day 02

In Kathmandu. Breakfast at Mums Home 8am. Visit Swyambunath (Monkey temple) in the morning guided by Sandesh. Afternoon at leisure for shopping, last minute gear purchases and being a tourist! Walking tour to Swyambunath ( Monkey temple) and free time for shopping! 

Meals provided – Breakfast at Mum’s Home.

Day 03 

Chartered bus trip to Pokhara (810m). This will take about 7 hours. Lunch on the way. Stay at Hotel in Pokhara.

Meals provided – Breakfast at Mum’s Hotel. 

Day 04 

After a 7am breakfast we will depart for Nayapul in our jeep at around 8am. It will take around 1 to 2 hours to reach Nayapul. After then it is a 3 hour trek up to Ulleri where we will lodge for the night. Drive to Nayapul and then trek to Tikadungha.

Meals provided – at your expense.

Day 05 

After breakfast we trek through amazing oak and rhododendron forests with tremendous views of Annapurna South (7129m) to Ghorepani. The afternoon is for you to explore!

Meals provided at your own expense.

Day 06 

This is quite a long day. Before dawn we will head up to Poon Hill ( 1 hour treK)for the spectacular sunrise before heading back down to Ghorepani for breakfast and then down to the beautiful old Gurung Village of Ghandruk.

Meals provided – at your expense

Day 07 

It is quite a long descent down to Nayapul from Ghandruk with the awe inspiring Annapurnas behind. At Nayapul your jeep will take you back to Pokhara for a well earned rest and reflection.

Meals provided – at your expense

Day 08 

Pokhara is a bit of a party town on Christmas Eve and to wake up on Christmas morning with a view of the Annapurnas is magical. Spend the day boating on Lake Phewa and shopping. If you wish to spend an extra day in Chitwan you will skip this Pokhara day and drive to Chitwan.

Meals provided – at your expense

Day 09 

After your Christmas present allocations we will hop on our jeep to Chitwan. Upon arrival, after you settle into your room there will be a late afternoon elephant ride safari into the sunset jungle. There will be a Thalu tribe dance in the evening.

Meals provided – at your expense

Day 10 

There are many things to do in the jungle. You can wash elephants, canoe ride at sunset or just chillout. The choice is yours.

Meals provided – at your expense

Day 11 

We will get an early start (8am) for our drive back to Kathmandu so you can have the evening to chill. In the evening its is customary to take your staff out to dinner!

Meals provided – at your expense

Day 12 

Bhaktapur is a world heritage listed site just out of Kathmandu with fascinating architecture.. If you dont wish to go there then an excursion to Boudanath Stupa and the burning ghats at Pashupatinath are well worth a visit. Its your choice. 

Meals provided – Breakfast at Mums Home

Day 13

As your flights are late at night, the day is yours to do as you wish. We will arrange airport Transfers and you can keep your room until 6pm. If you wish to stay longer its fine just let us know.

Meals provided – Breakfast at Mums Home

Inclusions 

• Transfers from Kathmandu airport to hotel in Thamel, Kathmandu

• Internal transport to trek start and finish points in a private chartered bus and, or a jeep or tractor and transfers to Chitwan Jeep and Elephant transport in Chitwan

• Accommodation at Mums Hotel in Jyatha Kathmandu on a twin share basis. Single rooms available for an extra charge.

• Guide for tours of Bhaktapur and Swyabunath

• Breakfast at Mums Hotel in Kathmandu

• Accommodation in a hotel in Pokhara and in Chitwan on a twin share basis.

• Fluent English speaking and NMA qualified Nepali Guide (Sandesh Tamang)

• Porter to carry all your gear (max 15 kg each)

• Expedition medical kit.

• Expedition kit bag for use on trek

• Down jacket for loan

• Pre-trip gear advice and discounts

• Trekking permits and ACAP entry

Not included 

• Meals and bottled water allow about

• Soft Drinks

• Bottled water and boiled water

• Alcohol

• Lollies and snacks

• Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner in Kathmandu, on the trek and in Chitwan(about $30 a day each should cover this)

• Taxis/Travel in Kathmandu

• Entry to Swyambunath and Bhaktapur

• Cost of evacuation from trek 

• Personal trekking gear

• Personal medical kit

• Travel insurance

• Flights to and from Australia

• Tips for staff

In Kathmandu, we normally stay at the Hotel Karma or Hotel Mums Home in Thamel. It has been a home for us since 1995 and we hope you like it too. Twin-share accommodation is included in your trip price. Single room surcharge applies.

17th Dec arrive KTM to 29th Dec 2025 trip concludes in KTM

*** Other dates and private guiding / private groups available on request! 

The price for the trek is $1,600 AUD per person ex KTM Nepal

For 3 or more people the price is $1,375 AUD per person ex KTM Nepal 

Want more information? Download and have a look at our detailed notes. This has all the essential information you need to know before booking. After booking, we will send you additional trek notes, including; a gear list, checklist and essential information regarding arrival into Kathmandu.

You will have everything you need to know to be fully prepared for this once in a lifetime expedition! 

TREK NOTES – CLICK HERE