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Nepal Himalayas - Poon Hill Trek with a local guide

Poon Hill trek is one of the most iconic trekking routes in Nepal. This trekking route is located in the Annapurna region and is renowned as it explores the foothills of the central Himalayas, passing through unique villages providing fabulous views of Annapurna and Dhaulagiri massifs. Starting from Pokhara, the trek passes through beautiful rhododendron and oak forests, green hills, Buddhist monasteries, icy waterfalls, deep gorges and sub-tropical valleys. People also have a chance to see traditional villages that are home to a variety of ethnic groups. Poon Hill provides a panoramic view of Mt. Dhaulagiri (8,167m.), Mt. Nilgiri (6940m), Annapurna South (7219m), Hiunchuli (6441m), Machapurhre (the Fishtail mountain, (6,993m), Annapurna I (8,091m.), II (7,937 m), III (7,555 m), IV (7,525 m), Mardi Himal (5,587m) and Lamjung Himal (6931m).