- Introduce Eco lodge community base trek in the Annapurna region.
- Less crowded trekking trail in the Annapurna region.
- Rather stunning and closer views of mountains than Poon hill from Mohare Danda.
- Explore the local village lifestyle and their livelihood.
- Scenic drive along the bank of Trishuli and Kali Gandi river.
View from Mohare Danda
10 Days
starting from $900
$ 750
Grade:
Easy
Group Size:
1+
Transport:
Bus, Jeep, Car
Altitude:
3,300m
Meals:
Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Accommodation:
Hotel & Lodges
Starts At:
Kathmandu
Ends At:
Kathmandu
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Highlights
Overview
Are you in search of a short and less crowded trekking route in the Annapurna region? Do you wish to spend a substantial amount of time in the serene Himalayas and escape from busy city life? Mohare Danda Trek is one of those treks that can full fill your desires. The route map of the Mohare Danda Trek was developed by Nepalese scientist ‘Mahabir Pun’. It is an eco-community lodge trek that was opened for tourists in 2010. You can experience the allure of the mountains, nature, and culture at their most tranquil on our 10-day Mohare Danda Trek itinerary.
Mohare Danda is a beautiful hill station situated at 3,300 meters above between the massif Mt. Annapurna and Dhaulagiri gorge. The trek takes you through the impressive local villages, alpine forests and rivers originated from the mountains. Once you get to Mohare danda, the sunrise and sunset views over the glittering mountains will make you forget all of your life’s problems.
It is the first community-based trek introduced to travelers in the history of Nepal tourism. So, every day you will stay at the typical homestays that are run by the local community on this route. This off-the-beaten trek in Nepal is for those hikers who are looking for an alternative route for the Ghorepani Poon Hill trek.
You can enjoy spectacular views of the mountains such as Mt. Annapurna (8,091m), Dhaulagiri (8,172m), and Nilgiri (70,61m) from the Mohare vantage point. Even more, you can also get an opportunity to explore the ethnic people’s cultures, traditions, and their livelihoods. It’s an amazing experience to walk through a forest of oak, bamboo, and pine trees on this trek.
Accommodations in Mohare Danda Trail
Mohare danda trekking trail is an eco-community lodge-based route. Don’t expect lodging facilities like in the Annapurna and Everest region trek. You must spend the night in a common local homestay that has more than two single bedrooms. This eco community-based trail is opened to promote Eco-tourism in Nepal. The majority of lodges have squat toilets outside the room. So be ready to reduce the likelihood of running out of toilet paper. However, the homestay’s rooms are tidy, cozy, and seems like we have everything we need.
Is the Mohare Danda Trek more difficult than the Ghorepani Trek?
Both treks are similar in terms of their level of difficulty. The highest point of the Mohare Danda Trek is 3,300 meters, whereas the Ghorepani Poon Hill Trek’s is just 3,210 meters. These both treks are suitable for beginners. The lodgings and amenities you will have access to throughout the walk are the only differences between these trips. The tea houses along the Mohare danda path are inferior to those along the Ghorepani Poon hill hike, a well-known short hike in Nepal. The lodges along the Mohare danda Trek route are still under construction because it is an off-the-beaten-path route.
Ghorepani Trek can be done in 2-4 days, whereas Mohare Danda Trek requires at least 7 days to finish. Because of some extra days, you might find the Mohare Danda Trek to be a little challenging.
The most incredible and closest view of the Himalayan range is offered by the Mohare Danda Trek. In addition, you can learn more about ethnic cultures and lifestyles than on the Ghorepani trek.
When is the best time to visit?
The finest months to embark on the Mohare Danda Trek are March through April in the spring and October through November in the fall. During these seasons, there is a high possibility of precipitation, clear sky, and comfortable temperatures.
In the spring, you may discover the route decked with a variety of flowers. And in the fall, you can enjoy the festive season. The off-seasons are the monsoon and winter. In the rainy season, the route becomes muddy and slippery. Moreover, there is a significant risk of landslides. Similarly, heavy snowfall increases the probability of route obstruction in the winter.
Outline itinerary of Mohare Danda Trek
Day 01: Drive from Kathmandu to Pokhara city
Day 02: Drive to Galeshwor and trek to Bans Kharka
Day 03: Trek to Naangi
Day 04: Trek to Mohare Danda
Day 05: Trek to Deaurali
Day 06: Trek to Ghandruk village
Day 07: Trek to Nayapul and drive to Pokhara
Day 08: Drive back to Kathmandu from Pokhara
Check out our 10-day standard itinerary of Mohare Danda Trek for your unusual ethnic experiences. Kindly send us an email and we’ll tailor-make an itinerary based on your requirements.
Itinerary
Arrival in Kathmandu and transfer to your hotel - (1,400m)
After your arrival at Tribhuwan International Airport in medieval and modernized Kathmandu, you will be warmly greeted by our office representative and transferred to the hotel. After check-in and some refreshments, our senior sherpa guide will come to meet you and give you a brief orientation about Mohare Danda Trek. You can then go for a stroll down the street to get familiar with the neighborhood, have supper and go to bed. This is your first overnight in the valley of temples and cows, probably the most in the world. Overnight at hotel inclusive Breakfast.
Drive from Kathmandu to Pokhara (850m) - 7 hrs drive
After breakfast, we leave our hotel early morning for a drive with scenic views along the road to Pokhara via Prithivi national highway. The drive could take roughly 7-8 hrs to reach Pokhara. We also have the option for a flight from Kathmandu to Pokhara for 35 minutes. We then do an overnight at our hotel by the lake in the lovely ‘city of lakes’ on BB Plans.
Meals included: Breakfast
Drive to Galeshwor and trek to Bans Kharka (1,525) - 3 hrs walk
After breakfast, we take three and half hour drive to Galeshwor along the bank of Kali Gandaki river and take a 1-hour break for lunch. After lunch, we begin our hike to Bans Kharka. It is about 3 hour ascend hike by crossing a suspension bridge over the deepest gorge “Kali Gandaki river” through a green forest. Overnight at community lodge.
Meals included: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Trek to Naangi (2,320m) - 7 hrs walk
The day starts with a hot breakfast and extends our trek to Nangi. It is about a 6-7 hours walk from Bans Kharak which goes along beautiful villages, stunning views of mountains, and impressive landscapes. We also visit the organic farm school and Magar settlement on this day. Stay a night at eco community lodge.
Meals included: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Trek to Mohare Danda (3,300m) - 7 hrs walk
Today’s trail goes through beautiful forests of Oak and Rhododendrons with magnificent views of mountains such as Mt. Fishtail, south Annapurna, Dhaulagiri, Tukche, and many more. In the evening, we observe a glorious sunset view from Mohare hill station and then overnight at the eco community management lodge.
Meals included: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Trek to Deaurali (3,090m) - 5 hrs walk
Wake up early in the morning for sunrise view and crystal clear mountain views such as mount Fishtail, Dhaulagiri I, Dhaulagiri II, Tukche, South Annapurna, Nilgiri, and others, then after breakfast, our trail leads gradually ups and down to Deaurali. It is about 5 hours walk to reach Deaurali via Ghorepani from Mohare Danda. Overnight at lodge.
Meals included: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Trek to Ghandruk village (1,940m) - 5 hrs walk
As the trail moves across a group of flatlands, forest, cultivated lands and a suspension bridge over Khumnu Khola, we arrive at the scenic & beautiful village of Ghandruk after hiking for 5 hours. A supreme vantage point in this pristine & serene village offers breathtaking views of Annapurna South, Gangapurna, Annapurna III, Machhapuchhare and Hiunchuli. Several hotels and teahouses in the village give us a warm welcome with sincere Nepalese hospitality while catering to the requirements of all trekkers’ who hit the trail through this village. Camping in its terraced fields gives you the open wild feelings of adventure! Overnight at the lovely village of Ghandruk.
Meals included: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Trek to Nayapul and drive to Pokhara hotel (850m) - 4 hrs walk
Today is the last day of this trek. After breakfast, we ascend to Nayapul about 5 hours walk, following the trail paved by stones; we walk through some beautiful villages and terrace framings. After crossing Modi Khola, we reach Birethanti. And then half an hour walk from Birethanti, we enter Nayapool. From here, we can easily access any means of transportation to drive to Pokhara. In the evening, you are free to wander by the lakes of Pokhara. Overnight at hotel inclusive breakfast.
Meals included: Breakfast & Lunch
Drive back to Kathmandu (1,400m) - 7 hrs drive
While driving from Pokhara to Kathmandu, we head up to Damauli, Dumre, Mugling, and Kurintar where Nepal’s first Cable car is operated to reach Manakamana Temple, this is a temple where most Nepalese come to have their wishes granted before leaving home or getting married. From Naubise we climb up to Thankot, the gateway to Kathmandu and finally reach our hotel & a lovely soft warm bed. Overnight in Kathmandu hotel inclusive with breakfast.
Meals included: Breakfast
Departure from Nepal
After breakfast and our last day in Kathmandu, our vehicle and escorts will be on standby to drop you at the international airport three hours before our scheduled flight back home. At Glorious Himalaya, meeting you has been a great honor and we pray for your Safe journey home and will reflect on the wonderful times we spent together. Bon Voyage!!! We hope to see you again someday…
Meals included: Breakfast
If our above-designed itinerary does not meet your expectation, we’ll craft an itinerary based on your requirements. Just tell us your holiday plan.
Trip Includes
- All the airport and hotel transfers are by private vehicles.
- 2-night’s of hotel accommodations in Kathmandu city inclusive of breakfast.
- 2-nights of hotel accommodation in Pokhara city inclusive of breakfast.
- 5-nights of twin sharing local homestay accommodation while on the trek.
- Every day full board meal while on the trek. (breakfast, lunch & dinner).
- An experienced and government-certified guide for the trek.
- Supporting porters to carry your belongings for the trek. (1 porter for 2 guests)
- All the essential ground transfers by bus, jeep, and car.
- All the necessary trekking permits and paperwork for the trek.
- Rain protection duffel bag and sleeping bag to use for the trek.
- First aid kit for the trek.
- Helicopter rescue in case of any health issues while on the trek. (You should have your travel insurance in this case.)
- Trip achievement certificate after successful trip completion.
- All the government taxes and company service charges.
- Nepalese cuisine along with cultural dance show farewell dinner at the end of the tour.
Trip Exclude
- International airfares and Nepal entry visa fees.
- Your travel insurance.
- Use of wifi, hot shower, and charging while on the trek.
- Tips to the trekking guide and porters.
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Traveller’s Review
I have opted for a less busy trek going through Mohare Danda. Glorious Himalaya (GHT) provided almost a perfect route for our group of 5 people. The 6 days walk was beautiful especially at slightly higher altitudes; the paths and forest was lined with Rhododendron and other flowers. Views from mountain tops were spectacular. Maybe because we opted for a less populated trek, the homestay condition is not as well established in the smaller villages we stopped by. Overall the GHT service was excellent!
Oliver Wong
Singapore
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Great fun. Definitely recommended for anyone who loves nature, crisp air and hiking. A hike that is not too difficult to try, just over 3300m. The mountains are amazing, lodging generally is good with nice bed(which is really critically after a day long hike). Food is also quite nice and simple.
The guide and porter are really friendly, fun and knowledgeable, sharing with us to know more about Nepal, the mountains the culture, the people… although the weather was a bit unpredictable and the rain does makes it tougher to hike and clouds the views of the mountains.
The car journey on the Jeep is unbelievable bumpy and super uncomfortable, anyone with a back problem has to be more careful.
Overall, a fantastic trip and wonderful time up in the mountains
Den Lim
Singapore