The Mohare Danda Trek is an alternate trekking option for the Ghorepani-Poon Hill trek. This newly opened trekking trail has fewer trekkers than other parts of the Annapurna region.
Mohare Danda Trek: An Alternative to the Poon Hill Trek
The view offered during this trek is almost similar to that of Ghorepani—Poon Hill. It started as a community-based eco-lodge trek. It was opened recently after the backpacker trekkers mostly did it. No permit is required to trek in this region. As it is newly opened, this trekking trail has fewer trekkers than other trekking routes.
The major attraction of this trek is the hill station of Mohare Danda, which is located at an altitude of 3,313 m. Also, you will be staying in a community-based lodge and guesthouse. This helps to promote the local community. This helps to develop the local community economically and socially. The benefits from the homestays and community lodges are used to promote education sectors.
This Mohare Danda Trek starts and ends in Pokhara. Depending upon the time availability, this trek can be completed in 5 to 7 days. This trek provides amazing views of landscapes and mountains like Mt. Fishtail (6993 m), Mt. Dhaulagiri (8167 m), Annapurna South (7219 m), Annapurna I (8091 m), and other snowcapped mountains. During spring, you can see rhododendrons blooming. This adds another attraction during this trek. Except during pre-monsoon and monsoon seasons, you can trek this region throughout the year. But if you have no problem with slippery, muddy roads and leeches, you can also trek here during monsoon season. You will be passing through the thick forest of rhododendron, pine, oaks, and bamboo during this trek. Also during trekking, you will be crossing villages with different ethnic communities like Gurung, Magars, Chettri, and Brahmins. This will give you a chance to get to know about the culture and lifestyle of the local people living in this community.
Mohare Danda Trekking Itinerary
Day 1: Pokhara to Banskharka
Drive 3 hours from Pokhara to Beni, then a short uphill hill hike to Mallaj, and enjoy the valley with tea. Later, with 3 hours through the village and mild jungle and farmhouses with views of Dhaulagiri and other peaks. Overnight accommodation in the Homestay of Banskharka (1,550 m).
Day 2: Banskharka to Nangi Village
Hike about 5-6 hours through rice terraces and pine forests, with a lunch stop at Danda Kateri community lodge. Visit Nangi Village, the birthplace of Mahabir Pun; the innovation leader of Nepal, and a community-focused area with a school, paper factory, and various local projects will be the highlights of the day. Overnight accommodation will be in the Community Lodge of Nangi (2,300 m).
Day 3: Nangi Village to Mohare Danda
Today's hike is about 6-7 hours of ascending through untouched forests with spectacular views of many peaks from the Dhaulagiri and Annapurna Himalayas range. Wildlife sightings, panoramic mountain views from Mohare Danda (3313 m), and a peaceful, remote lodge with the best sunset view are the major highlights of the day. Today’s accommodation will be in the community lodge at Mohare Danda.
Day 4: Mohare Danda to Phulbari Village
The major day of Mohare Danda Trekking starts with sunrise views and mountains panoramic with a golden glow of sun. After breakfast with the Himalayas, we hike to another point of Kokhe Danda, the next hill. Kokhe Danda Trek has been one of the most popular hiking destinations in recent years. Later we visit the most popular viewpoint of Poon Hill (3,210 m) and end our hike in Phulbari village's small hotel. After this day, you complete the 3 best treks from Pokhara.
1. Mohare Danda Trekking
2. Kokhe Dadan Trek
3. Short Poon Hill Trek
Day 5: Phulbari village to Tikot Village
With more stunning forest and mountain vistas, our trekking trail takes you to Tikot Village with a 5- to 6-hour hike, decorated by mountain views. You will receive an authentic cultural experience in Tikot village from the Pun Magar ethnic group. Later in the evening, we will explore the village and understand it well. Accommodation: Homestay in Tikot (2,200 m).
Day 6: Tikot Village to Baseri, then drive to Pokhara
After breakfast, hike 3 hours downhill to Baseri with views of the Kali Gandaki River. Later we start a 3-4 hour drive back to Pokhara with one highway lunch on the way. Accommodation options for basic to deluxe accommodation in Pokhara.
The Mohare Danda Trek offers a beautiful mix of cultural immersion, stunning mountain views, and community-based eco-lodge experiences. The trek is moderate in difficulty, with the most challenging day being the hike to Mohare Danda. The final day involves a descent to Baseri and a drive back to Pokhara with Trekking Trail Nepal. Overall, this short trek from Pokhara offers you a majestic panoramic view of mountains and beautiful landscapes.
Mohare Danda Trek: An Alternative to the Poon Hill Trek
The view offered during this trek is almost similar to that of Ghorepani—Poon Hill. It started as a community-based eco-lodge trek. It was opened recently after the backpacker trekkers mostly did it. No permit is required to trek in this region. As it is newly opened, this trekking trail has fewer trekkers than other trekking routes.
The major attraction of this trek is the hill station of Mohare Danda, which is located at an altitude of 3,313 m. Also, you will be staying in a community-based lodge and guesthouse. This helps to promote the local community. This helps to develop the local community economically and socially. The benefits from the homestays and community lodges are used to promote education sectors.
This Mohare Danda Trek starts and ends in Pokhara. Depending upon the time availability, this trek can be completed in 5 to 7 days. This trek provides amazing views of landscapes and mountains like Mt. Fishtail (6993 m), Mt. Dhaulagiri (8167 m), Annapurna South (7219 m), Annapurna I (8091 m), and other snowcapped mountains. During spring, you can see rhododendrons blooming. This adds another attraction during this trek. Except during pre-monsoon and monsoon seasons, you can trek this region throughout the year. But if you have no problem with slippery, muddy roads and leeches, you can also trek here during monsoon season. You will be passing through the thick forest of rhododendron, pine, oaks, and bamboo during this trek. Also during trekking, you will be crossing villages with different ethnic communities like Gurung, Magars, Chettri, and Brahmins. This will give you a chance to get to know about the culture and lifestyle of the local people living in this community.
Mohare Danda Trekking Itinerary
Day 1: Pokhara to Banskharka
Drive 3 hours from Pokhara to Beni, then a short uphill hill hike to Mallaj, and enjoy the valley with tea. Later, with 3 hours through the village and mild jungle and farmhouses with views of Dhaulagiri and other peaks. Overnight accommodation in the Homestay of Banskharka (1,550 m).
Day 2: Banskharka to Nangi Village
Hike about 5-6 hours through rice terraces and pine forests, with a lunch stop at Danda Kateri community lodge. Visit Nangi Village, the birthplace of Mahabir Pun; the innovation leader of Nepal, and a community-focused area with a school, paper factory, and various local projects will be the highlights of the day. Overnight accommodation will be in the Community Lodge of Nangi (2,300 m).
Day 3: Nangi Village to Mohare Danda
Today's hike is about 6-7 hours of ascending through untouched forests with spectacular views of many peaks from the Dhaulagiri and Annapurna Himalayas range. Wildlife sightings, panoramic mountain views from Mohare Danda (3313 m), and a peaceful, remote lodge with the best sunset view are the major highlights of the day. Today’s accommodation will be in the community lodge at Mohare Danda.
Day 4: Mohare Danda to Phulbari Village
The major day of Mohare Danda Trekking starts with sunrise views and mountains panoramic with a golden glow of sun. After breakfast with the Himalayas, we hike to another point of Kokhe Danda, the next hill. Kokhe Danda Trek has been one of the most popular hiking destinations in recent years. Later we visit the most popular viewpoint of Poon Hill (3,210 m) and end our hike in Phulbari village's small hotel. After this day, you complete the 3 best treks from Pokhara.
1. Mohare Danda Trekking
2. Kokhe Dadan Trek
3. Short Poon Hill Trek
Day 5: Phulbari village to Tikot Village
With more stunning forest and mountain vistas, our trekking trail takes you to Tikot Village with a 5- to 6-hour hike, decorated by mountain views. You will receive an authentic cultural experience in Tikot village from the Pun Magar ethnic group. Later in the evening, we will explore the village and understand it well. Accommodation: Homestay in Tikot (2,200 m).
Day 6: Tikot Village to Baseri, then drive to Pokhara
After breakfast, hike 3 hours downhill to Baseri with views of the Kali Gandaki River. Later we start a 3-4 hour drive back to Pokhara with one highway lunch on the way. Accommodation options for basic to deluxe accommodation in Pokhara.
The Mohare Danda Trek offers a beautiful mix of cultural immersion, stunning mountain views, and community-based eco-lodge experiences. The trek is moderate in difficulty, with the most challenging day being the hike to Mohare Danda. The final day involves a descent to Baseri and a drive back to Pokhara with Trekking Trail Nepal. Overall, this short trek from Pokhara offers you a majestic panoramic view of mountains and beautiful landscapes.