Mohore danda trek

Key Points

Duration

10 Days

Transportation

Flight / Drive bu car or Tourist Bus

Max. Altitude

3,300m (Mohare Danda)

Trip Area

Difficulty Level

Moderate

Start & End

Kathmandu→ Pokhara

Trip Overview

The Mohare Danda Trek is a hidden gem in the Annapurna region, offering breathtaking panoramic views of the Himalayas, peaceful trails, and an opportunity to experience local culture. Unlike the more crowded Ghorepani Poon Hill trek, Mohare Danda provides a quieter, off-the-beaten-path experience, making it perfect for nature lovers and those looking for an eco-friendly trekking adventure. This trek is also known as the “Eco-Community Lodge Trek”, as it promotes sustainable tourism by supporting local communities through homestay-style accommodations.

The trek takes you through lush rhododendron forests, charming Magar and Gurung villages, and scenic ridges with mesmerizing views of Annapurna, Dhaulagiri, Machhapuchhre (Fishtail), and Manaslu. The highlight of the trek is Mohare Danda (3,300m), which offers a stunning sunrise and sunset view over the Himalayas, rivaling even Poon Hill.

Itinerary

Day 1 :-Arrival in Kathmandu, Transfer to hotels

Day 2 :-Full day sightseeing tour in Kathmandu around world Heritage site. B

Day 3 :-Drive or flight to Pokhara. B

Day 4 :- Drive to Galeshwor and trek to Bans Kharka.

In the morning, the Rugged Trails guide and the driver will come to your hotel, and you will finish your breakfast. Around a 3-hour drive to Galeshwor along the bank of the Kali Gandaki River. Nowadays, roads are under construction, so we will stop for lunch before the trek. After lunch, we begin our hike to Bans Kharka. Ascend the hike by crossing the suspension bridge over the deepest gorge, “Kali Gandaki River,” through the local Mallas village, farms, and green forest. Overnight at Homestay.

Homestay

3-4 Hour Walk

Lunch,Dinner

1526 M

Bans Kharka

Day 5 :- Bans Kharka Trek to Nagi.

The day starts with a local breakfast and continues our trek to Nangi. On a clear day, we can see Mt. Dhaulagiri from here. We will walk from Bans Kharak, which goes along beautiful villages, stunning views of mountains, and impressive landscapes. During the spring season, we will see beautiful rhododendron flowers along the way. We can see the unchanged lifestyle of Nepalese people, which is quite impressive. Lunch stop at the community lodge, and then stay in Nagi. After reaching Nagi, we will walk around to visit schools and farms.

The sunset view is beautiful from here, as is the Annapurna south, Dhaulagiri ranges.

Community Lodge

5-6 Hour Walk

Breakfast,Lunch,Dinner

2320 M

Nagi

Day 6 :-Nagi Trek to Mohare Danda.

In the morning, there are golden mountain views from the lodge. After breakfast, we start walking to our next destination, Mohare Danda. The Trek trail goes through beautiful oak and rhododendron forests with magnificent views of the Himalayan ranges (Fishtail, south Annapurna, Dhaulagiri, Tukche, and others). There is a tea house on the way that serves tea and food. The Rugged Trails Nepal guide will arrange the meals at this place, or our lunch will be on top at Mohare Danda Community Lodge. Sunset and panoramic mountain views from Mohare Danda.

Community Lodge

5-6 Hour Walk

Breakfast,Lunch,Dinner

3320 M

Mohore Danda

Day 7 :-Mohare Danda Trek to Ulleri Village. B,L,D

Don’t forget to set your alarm, and our guide will inform you about the sunrise time. Magical views in the morning of the Annapurna ranges, the Dhaulagiri ranges, the sunrise, and the landscapes. Enjoy breakfast with the magnificent views at Mohare Danda.

After breakfast, we will start walking to our next destination, Ulleri Village, via Ghorepani-Poonhill. Rugged Trails Nepal’s short Mohare Danda trek covers the Poonhill too on this day. We will have lunch at Ghorepani and trek to Ulleri village.

Option 1: Instead of staying in Ulleri Village, we can stop in Ghorepani, and next morning, after the Poon Hill visit, we can go to Pokhara. Option 2: If you want to go to Pokhara on this day, then after reaching Banthahi or Ulleri village, we can also drive to Pokhara.

Lodge

5-6 Hour Walk

Breakfast,Lunch,Dinner

2070 M

Ulleri Village

Day 8 :-Ulleri Village Trek to Tikhedhunga and Drive to Pokhara. B,L

Today is our last day of the short Mohare Danda Trek, 2 hours to Tikhedhunga, and then we will take a jeep drive to Pokhara. Your trip ends here in Pokhara, if you need any further information or trips to continue, contact Rugged Trails Nepal.

Day 9 :-Drive / fly back to Kathmandu "B".

Day 10 :-12:Final Departure onward trip. B

Highlights

The highlight of this trek is reaching Mohare Danda (3,300m), which offers one of the most stunning sunrise and sunset panoramas in Nepal. This trek also supports community-based tourism, as you will stay in eco-lodges and homestays, helping local villagers sustain their livelihoods.