Trip info
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Min 1 Max 12
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Grade: Moderate
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Mar-May, Sep-Dec
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Max. 3,300m/10,827ft
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Duration: 10 Days
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Private Car/ Jeep
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Hotel/ Teahouse/ Lodge
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All meals are included
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Mohere Danda Trek Highlights
- Stunning and close-up views of the Annapurna Massif from Poonhill
- Explore and understand the villagers’ way of life and customs.
- Trek along stony trails, through unspoiled wilderness, see amazing waterfalls and dense pink & red flowering Rhododendron forests.
- Local people, their home & see how their daily lives unfold.
- See the unique flora and fauna of this remote region.
- Understand and learn about the Gurung and Magar culture.
The Mohare Danda (3,313m) Trek is a new destination where trekkers stay in community-owned lodges or homestay. This gives you a more intimate experience and a great way to understand the local traditions and lives of the people in this region. Trek in the foothill of Annapurna Region is well known as Eco Lodge Community Trek. This newly opened trek in an off the beaten track trail of the Annapurna Region is rich in fauna and flora with dense pine, oak and bamboo forests – especially rhododendron forests and their magnificent pink and red flowers.
From a vantage point of 3,300m, you will have awesome panoramic views of some of the largest mountain ranges in the Himalayas, such as the 120 km long Dhaulagiri Massif and the Annapurna Massif –(comprising of peak over 8000m, thirteen peaks over 7000m, and sixteen more over 6000m). That brings you in direct contact with local families and villages of the Magar and Gurung people.
Trekkers will appreciate the unique culture and resilience of the villagers living in this out-of-the-way region. Their genuine smiles are contagious and their hospitality second to none. All accommodation or lodges are either homestay or community-based lodges. The focus on this trek is to preserve and sustain the natural environment and to give trekkers a sense of belonging when they stay with families in this amazing location. The Mohare Danda Trek is an ideal short trek is suitable for families and individuals seeking a new and more intimate relationship with the local people in the Annapurna region.
Customize Your Mohare Danda Trek:
- This is a general itinerary, which can always individually be “tailormade”. The Mohare Danda trek package can be redesigned or redeveloped as per your taste, For more information please contact us.
10-Day Mohare Danda Trek Itinerary
We recommend that you schedule your arrival in Kathmandu in the morning or afternoon. This will give you enough time to relax and recover from jet lag before starting your adventure. Upon arrival at Kathmandu International Airport, our representative will meet you at the airport and transfer you to your hotel where you will be served welcome drinks. After you have freshened up, your trek guide will brief you about your trip in the lobby of your hotel in the evening.
Get familiar with your surroundings by taking a walk down the street. Visit to Thamel, the main tourist hub. Overnight at Kathmandu's in a Hotel.
Accommodation: Hotel Moonlight
After breakfast early morning, you will take a tourist bus to Pokhara. If you are lucky and get the right side of the bus, you can take pleasure in amazing views of green mountains and villages. Upon reaching the enchanting city of Pokhara which offers magnificent views of Dhaulagiri, Manaslu, Machhapuchhare, peaks of Annapurna and others, you'll check in to the hotel. Pokhara has numerous lakes, known as ‘Tal’ in Nepali which offer fishing, boating and swimming. Strolling around the Lakeside city and exploring it in the evening is enjoyable. Overnight in a hotel in Pokhara.
Accommodation: Hotel Mount View Pokhara
Meals: Breakfast
After breakfast, you will drive from Pokhara to Galeshwor, then northwest to Galeshwor village. The three and a half hour drive to Galeshwor passes along the banks of the Kali Gandaki River. Where, after a short lunch, you will start your trek and trek for three hours on foot to Banskharka. You will spend the night in Banskharka.
Accommodation: Teahouse/Lodge
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner
Today, your trek gradually ascends through the lushly forested trail leading from Banskharka. The day starts with a hearty meal at your homestay and head north to Nangi. The 5-6 hours long trek leads from Banskharka and passes along small, beautiful villages offering the stunning views of the nearby mountains and impressive landscapes. You can also visit the organic farm school located in a Magar village. Overnight at Nangi.
Accommodation: Eco-community lodge
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner
Today, the trek materializes at the dainty peak of Mohare Hill. Leaving Nangi, the trail goes through the beautiful forests of Oak and Rhododendrons along with the magnificent views of Machhapuchhre (6997m), Annapurna South (7219m), Tukuche (6920m), and Nilgiri (7061m). Mohare is a small hill-station that offers a panoramic view of the surrounding. In the late-noon, you can observe the glorious sunset view from Mohare before resting at an eco-community lodge in Mohare Danda. Overnight at Mohare Danda.
Accommodation: Eco-community lodge
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner
This morning, you will enjoying a beautiful sunrise view at Mohare Danda, you’ll head down to the nearby village of Khibang. Khibang is a small Eco-Community known for its community forests and homestay. A 5-6 hours of the trek will take you through the Oak and Rhododendron forests to Khibang. You can choose to visit the community forest and organic farm along the way. Overnight at Khibang.
Accommodation: Eco-community lodge
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner
Today you will leaving Khibang behind, you’ll retrace your path and head downhill. Today, you’ll make your way to Tikot village, a small Magar settlement. A short trek will be filled with a lovely time among nature. You’ll enjoy your lunch and dinner at one of the community lodges along with an overnight stay. Located at 2210m, Tikot remains one of the most beautiful Magar villages in Nepal. Overnight at Tikot.
Accommodation: Home-stay
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner
After breakfast, you leaving Tilkot, you’ll head further down to Tiplyang village. Tiplyang will the last village en route to Pokhara. A small village nestled to the southwest of the Annapurna massif and the bank of the Kali Gandaki River, the village is less frequently visited by tourists. Once at Tiplyang, you’ll catch a jeep back to Pokhara. Stay overnight at Pokhara.
Accommodation: Hotel Mount View Pokhara
Meals: Breakfast and Lunch
Early morning, you take a tourist bus to get back to Kathmandu. Watching scenic countryside en route makes your long bus journey interesting. Upon arrival in Kathmandu, your guide will transfer you to your hotel. Rest of the day can be spent at leisure or perhaps catching up with some last minute shopping in Kathmandu. Overnight at Kathmandu.
Accommodation: Hotel Moonlight
Meals: Breakfast
Thank you for joining us on Mohare Danda trek and it has been a pleasure getting to know you during this time. We hope this venture has enriched your experience with happy memories. You will be assisted in your last minute preparation. Our representative will take you to Tribhuvan International Airport three hours before your scheduled flight. Bon voyage for a safe and pleasant trip home. Safe Journey!! We hope to see you again.
Meals: Breakfast
Mohare Danda Trek - 10-Days Cost Details
Cost Includes
- All meals (Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner) during the trekking
- Tea, coffee with Hot boiled water for drinking purposes on the trek
- Accommodation at Hotel Moonlight in Kathmandu for 2 nights
- All private ground transportation including airport transfers
- Accommodation at Hotel Mount View in Pokhara for 2 night with breakfast
- Accommodation at clean and cozy teahouses/lodges during the trek
- Annapurna conservation Area Permit (ACAP) & TIMS (Trekkers' Information Management System) Card.
- Experienced English speaking local trekking guide
- Assistant guide to client ratio for personalized attention and support
- 1 porter for every 2 trekkers: Porterage of your duffel bag (15kgs)
- Duffle bag for porter use (1 duffel bag per trekker)
- Comprehensive first aid kit with high altitude medicine
- Trekking Area Map, and Water Purifications Tablet
- Staffs salary, food, equipment, and insurance, included on-trip cost
- Official expense, all local and government tax and VAT.
- Sleeping bag if needed (it is refundable)
- Farewell celebratory dinner in Kathmandu with trek team
Cost Excludes
- International flight tickets and Nepal entry visa fee
- Lunch and Dinner in Kathmandu, Pokhara during stay
- Disembarkation Airport Tax in Nepal - approx. US$ 24. al equipment
- Personal hiking equipment
- Personal expenses. Additional expenses due to unforeseen circumstances such as other events beyond control.
- Drinks except tea and coffee. (Bar Bill, laundry and telephone calls.)
- Travel Insurance: Liability of insurance against any kind of medical expenses etc.)
- Emergency rescue evacuation if needed
- Tips for treks guide and porter (it is appreciated)
10-Days Trip Cost Details
- The trip cost always depends on group size, hotel accommodation category and client’s desire budget
- The included itinerary is a guideline and standard pattern which AlpineTrav you. This trip itinerary can be modified according to your time and requirements
- The itinerary shall be changed after an understanding between both AlpineTrav and the client. Additional activities could be either added or reduced as per client’s request before the trip confirmation
- Price shall be adjusted in our mutual understanding, if the client intends to add some services we shall charge him/ her for those additional services and if he/she intends to lessen some services, we shall wave the charges accordingly
- The Mohare Danda Trek itinerary has been published in 3-star hotel and tea house/lodge services for better understanding of the customers.
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Please take care to note: Every effort will be made to keep to the above itinerary; however, since this adventure entails traveling in remote mountainous regions, we cannot guarantee that we will not deviate from it. Weather, the health condition of a group member, unexpected natural disasters, etc., can all contribute to changes in the itinerary. The trek guide will try to ensure that the trip runs according to plan, but please be prepared to be flexible if required.
Accommodations at Mohare Danda during a trek
We will provided you, comfortable Stays in Cities and on the Trail Your comfort is our priority, whether in the bustling city or the serene mountains: In Kathmandu: Stay at Hotel Moonlight or a similar hotel, offering modern amenities for a relaxing experience and Pokhara stay at Hotel Mount View Pokhara Room Arrangement: are on a twin-sharing basis, and during trek stay in teahouse/lodge, known for their warmth and hospitality.
Meals at Mohare Danda during the trek
During the trek, meals are typically served in teahouses, offering a variety of Nepali and international dishes. Which you can enjoy authentic Nepalese food as well the more common international cuisine (Tibetan, Continental, Italian, Indian, etc.).
- Breakfast and Dinner (On OPEN/CHOICE Menu) Served at the teahouse where you will spend the night.
- Lunch: Provided en route to the next destination, offering flexibility to enjoy the day’s journey.
- Special Touch: Breakfasts are provided your stay in Kathmandu, Pokhara and you will also enjoy a specially prepared farewell dinner to celebrate the end of the trek.
How difficult is the Mohare Danda Trek?
Duration for treks of this grade stretches up to two (2) weeks. Trails generally go above 3000 meters and on a daily basis, you can expect to be walking for about 5 – 7 hours. The perfect setting of introduction to moderate & challenging trekking in Nepal. Activity level/physical rating is slightly harder than leisure and involves occasional difficult days. Expect ups and downs as well for there will be hills to climb as well and – a little bit up and a little bit down.
Do I need previous experience to participate in this hike?
No prior hiking experience is required and it is not mandatory to participate in this trip. All travelers are required to be in good physical health to fully participate in this trip. And we advise you to do some regular exercise, whether it be hiking, running or going to the gym. However, all our itineraries are prepared keeping in mind every aspect and allow enough time for weather adaptation. Therefore, this trip can be done by anyone.
When is the best time to trek Mohere Danda?
The best time to trek Mohere Danda is during the spring (March to May) and autumn (September to November) seasons. These months have stable weather, clear skies, and moderate temperatures, making it ideal for trekking. However, the trek can also be done during the winter and summer months, but the weather conditions can be more challenging.
How much does Mohare Danda Trek cost?
The Trek Cost USD 1180 per person. The cost is an all-inclusive price that covers most of the trek’s expenses, including three times meals a day throughout the accommodation in Kathmandu, Pokhara and trekking, all ground transportation, permit. But, the trip cost always depends on group size, hotel accommodation category and client’s desire budget. The included itinerary is a guideline and standard pattern. The trekking itinerary can be modified according to your time and requirements.
FAQs About Mohare Danda Trek?
The Mohare Danda Trek is a relatively new trekking route in the Annapurna region of Nepal. It offers a less crowded and off-the-beaten-path experience compared to other popular treks in the region. The trek takes you to Mohare Danda, a viewpoint famous for its panoramic views of the Annapurna and Dhaulagiri mountain ranges.
The best time to trek Mohere Danda is during the spring (March to May) and autumn (September to November) seasons. These months have stable weather, clear skies, and moderate temperatures, making it ideal for trekking. However, trekking can also be done during the winter and summer months, but the weather conditions can be more challenging.
The Mohere Danda trek is considered a moderate trek. It involves an average of 4-6 hours of walking per day, crossing a variety of terrain, including uphill and downhill sections. While it is not technically challenging, a good level of fitness and some prior trekking experience is recommended.
The Mohere Danda trek offers basic accommodation along the route. These provide a comfortable place to relax and have communal dining areas where you can enjoy local Nepali and international cuisine. However, the facilities can be more basic compared to other popular trekking routes.
The Mohere Danda trek can be done independently, as the trail is well marked and there are teahouses available to stay. However, it is recommended to hire a guide or join a trekking group, especially if you are new to trekking or unfamiliar with the area. A guide can provide valuable information, assist with navigation, and ensure your safety during the trek.
Altitude sickness is not a major concern on the Mohere Danda trek, as the maximum altitude is around 3,300 meters. However, it is still important to acclimatize well, stay hydrated, and listen to your body. If you experience symptoms of altitude sickness, it is essential to descend to a lower altitude and seek medical attention if necessary.
Some essential items to pack for a Mohere Danda trek include sturdy trekking boots, layers of warm clothing, a good quality sleeping bag, a daypack, a water bottle, sunscreen, a hat, sunglasses, a first aid kit, and toiletries. It is advisable to pack lightly and carry only the essentials.
Yes, if you don’t want to carry your own bags during the trek, you can hire porters to carry your belongings. This allows you to trek with less weight and enjoy the journey. You can arrange porters directly through trekking agencies or with teahouse, lodge along the route.
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