Tadapani is a cluster of lodges at about 2,630 m in rhododendron forest, on the trail between Ghorepani and Ghandruk. Its clearing faces Annapurna South and Machhapuchhre, glowing at sunrise.
Quick answer: Tadapani is a common overnight stop on the Poon Hill loop and on routes to Khopra and Annapurna Base Camp. In spring the forest flowers red and pink.
Tadapani at a glance
| Fact | Details |
|---|---|
| Altitude | About 2,630 m |
| Treks | Poon Hill loop, Khopra, ABC |
| Known for | Rhododendron forest, sunrise |
| Views | Annapurna South, Machhapuchhre |
| Best time | March–April, October–November |
Tips
- Watch sunrise from the lodges.
- Trails can be muddy after rain.
- Spring brings rhododendron blooms.
Trips and guides
Plan your visit
Tadapani is the forest heart of the Poon Hill loop. Contact us and our Kathmandu team will help you plan it.