Pokhara to Ghorepani Scorpio Hire | Best Scorpio Jeep Rental Service in Nepal
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- Distance
- 55 km
- Drive time
- Approx. 3 to 4 hours
- Altitude
- 2,860 m at the village
- Road
- Off-road uphill, 4WD recommended
- Vehicle
- Mahindra Scorpio, 7 seater
- Trek start
- Poon Hill sunrise trek
Overview
Ghorepani sits at 2,860 m in the Annapurna foothills and is the most popular trailhead in the Annapurna region. A Scorpio or jeep hire from Pokhara to Ghorepani is the standard way to start the Poon Hill trek, and it saves you a full day of walking compared with trekking up from Ghandruk or Ulleri.
The drive leaves Pokhara via Naudi and climbs the same hill road as Ghandruk before continuing higher into rhododendron and pine forest. The road surface is rough and unpaved for long stretches and the gradient is steep, so a high-clearance four-wheel-drive vehicle with an experienced driver is the practical choice. The 55 km takes roughly 3 to 4 hours depending on road conditions and the monsoon.
Most of our Ghorepani guests continue walking to Poon Hill for sunrise the next morning, which is about a 45 minute climb from the village. If you are travelling as a group with gear, we can arrange a waiting jeep at Ghorepani and a pickup from Jhinu Danda or Nayapool at the end of the trek, so you only travel the road once in each direction.
Because the road climbs through the same Annapurna Conservation Area that you will walk into, the journey is part of the experience rather than just a transfer. October to November and March to April give the clearest mountain views and the most comfortable driving conditions.
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Distances and travel times are approximate and can vary with road and weather conditions, especially during the monsoon.
Cost of Scorpio Rental in Pokhara
Scorpio rental costs in Pokhara vary depending on the route, distance, and duration of travel. We offer flexible per-day and destination-based options with clear rates, so you can choose the service that best fits your journey.
Distances and travel times are approximate and may vary by route and traffic.
| Scorpio Rental for | Cost (NRS) | Cost (USD) | Distance (KM) | Time (Hrs) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Pokhara to Ghorepani | 11,000 | 85$ | 55 | 3-4 |
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Cost, timing and booking questions for a Scorpio jeep with driver from Pokhara to Ghorepani.
Expect 3 to 4 hours for the 55 km climb from Pokhara. The road is steep and unpaved for much of the way, so allow more time in the monsoon, when rain, landslides and roadworks can slow traffic significantly.
A one-way Scorpio jeep hire from Pokhara to Ghorepani is NPR 11,000 (about USD 85), including the driver, fuel and the uphill drop. A waiting-jeep arrangement, where the vehicle stays in Ghorepani until you finish trekking, is priced based on the number of days.
Not reliably. The final stretch of road is rough, steep and unpaved, and a standard sedan or city car can struggle in the monsoon. We recommend a Mahindra Scorpio with four-wheel drive for this route, which is why this service is priced as a jeep hire rather than a car rental.
Ghorepani is the classic start for the Ghorepani and Poon Hill trek. From the village it is about 45 minutes uphill to Poon Hill for the well-known sunrise viewpoint over the Annapurna range, and the trail then descends toward Jhinu Danda, Nayapool or Ghandruk.
Most walkers finish at Jhinu Danda or Nayapool rather than climbing back to Ghorepani. We arrange pickups from those road-heads, and also from other Annapurna trailheads such as Siwai and Birethanti, so you do not have to retrace the climb.
October to November and March to April give the clearest views of the Annapurna range and the most reliable road conditions. The monsoon months are green and quiet but the road is slower and more prone to disruption, and in winter mornings the road can be icy at altitude.
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Nabin Rai
September 18, 2026
Great experience renting for our Pokhara trips. Fair pricing, good condition car and friendly support team.
Hannah Schmidt
September 18, 2026
Perfect vehicle for our family of six. Lots of space, clean interior and a very professional driver throughout.
Prakash Subedi
September 18, 2026
A reliable and well-maintained vehicle. Booking was easy and the pick-up was right on time. Will use again.
Daniel Kim
September 18, 2026
Excellent service! The driver was courteous, punctual and very careful on the winding roads. Highly recommended.