Mohare Danda Trek

Duration: 7 Days    Based on 1 review
Photo Gallery Banbari village with Dhaulagiri range in the background Layers of hill as seen from Mohare Danda Dhaulagiri(8167m) as seen from Nangi village Locals of Banskharka village Danda Kateri village Dhaulagiri Range as seen from Mohare Dada Hile (1505 M) - The ending point of the trek Annapurna Fang, Annapurna South, Hiunchuli and Machhapuchre as seen from Mohare Danda Banskharka village (1526 M) and the large orange plantation     

About Mohare Danda Trek

The Mohare Danda Trek is a community lodge trek located to the south of Poon Hill in the Annapurna region that offers off-the-beaten-path trekking experience and splendid mountain vistas. The trek was initiated to support the local economy through tourism.

Named after the 3313-meter-high hill and a viewpoint, Mohare Danda, this easy 5-day trek provides an excellent view of the Dhaulagiri and Annapurna Massif and the authentic cultural experience of the Pun Magar communities. For the first 3 days, you will be walking the quiet trails through beautiful villages like Banskharka and Nangi where you will spend the night in lodges run by the local community. After spending a night in Mohare Danda, you’ll be back on the main trail of the Ghorepani and Poon Hill. Then the trail descends to Ulleri down to Hile where the trek ends.

The trek passes through orange farms, mixed forests of oak and rhododendrons, terraced farmlands, and attractive villages of Pun Magar. One of the best parts of this trek is Mohare Danda (3313 M) from where you will have the panoramic view of Dhaulagiri and Annapurna Range. The sunset and the sunrise view over the Himalayas are mesmerizing. If you are trekking during springtime, the trails will be decorated with colorful rhododendron forests with amazing backdrops of the mountain views.

Mohare Danda Trek Itinerary

Our Mohare Danda Trek Itinerary is 7 days including 5 days of walking. The trek starts from Galeshwor, a 3-4 hour drive from Pokhara. The trek ends at Hile and then a 2-3 hour ride to Pokhara. It is a short and easy trek suitable for family groups or those who are short of time. If you like to make it more adventurous, add the Khopra Ridge or the Annapurna Base Camp. Just leave us a message and our experts will help you craft a perfect itinerary that ensures a top-notch experience with safety.

 

Highlights

  • Breathtaking panoramic view of the Dhaulagiri, Annapurna, and other mountain ranges from Mohare Dada (3313 M)
  • The quiet and lively villages of the Pun Magar community like Banskharka, Nangi, and Ghorepani
  • A newly opened community lodge and offbeat trekking trail 
  • Beautiful forest of oak and rhododendron

Itinerary

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Day 01: Drive from Kathmandu to Pokhara (850 M)

We will start our journey in the morning to Pokhara on a deluxe air-conditioned tourist bus which will take around 8 hours. The drive will be scenic passing through numerous villages, towns, and valleys and offering mountain views. We will drive through the Prithivi Highway following rivers like Trishuli, Marsyangdi, and Modi.  

  • Paradise Boutique Hotel
  • Pokhara
  • 850 M
  • 8 hours

After having breakfast, we will make a 4-hour drive to Galeshwor. After lunch, we will cross a suspension bridge and head to Banskharka. The trek will be a gentle 2-3 uphill walk through the forests, orange farm, beautiful terraced fields, and little villages.

  • Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner
  • Lodge
  • Banskharka
  • 1526 M
  • 6-7 hours

Today trek passes through beautiful forests playing hide and seek with mountain views. We will take a lunch break in the beautiful village of Danda Kateri while enjoying the mountain vistas and nearby village sceneries. Then after around 2 hours of pleasant walk, we will arrive at Nangi.  

  • Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner
  • Lodge
  • Nangi
  • 2300 M
  • 5 hours

We will be mostly walking through the dense forests of rhododendrons and oaks. We will take a packed lunch since there are no lodges on the way to Mohare Danda (3313 M).  The walk will be around 5 hours of gradual uphill. Upon arrival, we will be greeted by the panoramic view of the Dhaulagiri and Annapurna ranges. 

  • Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner
  • Lodge
  • Mohare Danda
  • 3313 M
  • 5 hours

Early in the morning, we can enjoy the stunning view of sun rays dancing over the majestic mountains like Dhaulagiri I (8167 M), Tukuche Peak (6920 M), Nilgiri (7061 M), Annapurna Fang (7647 M), Annapurna South (7219 M), Hiunchuli (6441 M), Machhapuchhre (6993 M), and many more. Today's journey will follow through the thick forests. After arriving at Poon Hill we will be joining the classic Ghorepani Poon Hill Trek trail. We will stop by Ghorepani for lunch and head down to Ulleri afterward. 

  • Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner
  • Lodge
  • Ulleri
  • 2050 M
  • 5 hours

Today will be the last day of the magnificent Mohare Danda Trek. We will pass by small villages on our way down to Hile from where we will take a private jeep to the charming lake town of Pokhara. In the evening, we can stroll around the lakeside. 

  • Breakfast and Lunch
  • Paradise Boutique Hotel
  • Pokhara
  • 825 M
  • 6 hours

We will head back to Kathmandu on a tourist bus enjoying the beautiful sceneries along the highway. In the evening, we will have a farewell dinner with all of our team hosted by the company on the occasion of the successful completion of the trek. Then, we bid farewell with lots of great memories of the trek.  

  • Breakfast and Farewell Dinner
  • Kathmandu
  • 1350 M
  • 8 hours
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What’s Included

  • Community Lodge and Tea House accommodations during the trek.
  • One porter for two clients (maximum weight: 12 kg per client).
  • Rescue and evacuation arrangements in case of emergency. 
  • All the staff’s salary, meals, accommodation, and insurance.
  • Government taxes, service charges, and official expenses.
  • Pokhara-Galeshwor and Hille-Pokhara by private vehicle. 
  • An assistant guide for a group size above 4 people.
  • Full board meals with tea/coffee during the trek.
  • Kathmandu-Pokhara-Kathmandu by tourist bus. 
  • 2 nights of hotel in Pokhara on a BB basis.
  • All the necessary permits and paperwork.
  • Professional English-speaking guide.
  • Farewell dinner. 
  • Evacuation cost in emergency cases (To be paid by your insurance).
  • Personal expenses (Tips, cokes, beers, showers, etc)
  • Accommodations and meals in Kathmandu.
  • Your Travel Insurance (Compulsory).
  • Meals in Pokhara except breakfast. 
  • All that which are not included. 

PRICES & DATES

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05 May, 2024 11 May, 2024 Guaranteed USD 410

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INSURANCE

Travel insurance is mandatory for undertaking any trip with us, whether it's a tour, trekking, peak climbing, or mountain biking. A comprehensive travel insurance policy should cover general medical bills, rescue, evacuation, accidents, death, trip cancellations, baggage loss or theft, extended accommodations, and other expenses due to canceled or delayed flights.

 

Client Reviews

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Review by : Dubus Damien, France

Magnifique Trek

Magnifique trek !, nous en garderons de merveilleux souvenirs. L’équipe de guide et de porteurs était bien au dessus de nos espérances. Nous repartirons sans hésitations avec Yak Ru Adventure pour de nouvelles expériences.