Trip Highlights

• New short trekking trail in Annapurna Region.
• Panoramic view of Mt. Annapurna and Dhaulagiri range.
• Feast your eyes with amazing sunset and sunrise over glittering mountains
• Immerse into the dense forest of rhododendron and oak trees.
• Explore the authentic village lifestyle and their livelihood.
• Reach beautiful Mohare Danda Trek at the height of 3,300m

About The Trip

Mohare Danda Trek is a new trekking trail located in the Annapurna Region. This easy and fantastic trekking is a combination of rich nature and culture. Located in the western part of Nepal, Mohare Danda presents you a mesmerizing view of the Dhaulagiri and Annapurna range with Machhapuchhare (Fishtail), Nilgiri, and many snowy capped. This trekking is also popular for the Eco-Community Lodge trek in Himalayan Nepal. You will also find hospitable Gurung and Magar communities on the way.

Overview

Our 11 Days Mohare Danda Trek takes you to the oof the beaten path at the foothill of Annapurna Region. This trek is loathed at an elevation of 3,300 m at Kaski District. The Mohare Panorama Trekking trial is peaceful with the splendid panorama of mountains. This newly opened trial is diverse with beautiful nature local people furious waterfalls and majestic mountains. Mohare Danda Trek will be the best alternative trek for those who are thinking about Ghorepani Poon Hill Trek. 

Mohare Danda Trek is a mixture of beautiful landscapes, diverse biodiversity, and hospitable local people. You will pass through many yak herders, baby goats, and local settlements. This trek is promoting sustainable eco-tourism by operating various community lodges. This helps to uplift the local people’s lifestyle. You will also get to know the local culture, traditions from near. You will be welcomed by the warm hospitable local people to their homestay which makes your trek memorable.

Mohare Danda Trek offers a mixture of beautiful landscapes and biological diversity. This trek provides you a wide range of mountain peaks forming spectacular views. You will be amazed to view the spectacular views of Dhaulagiri I (8,167 m), Annapurna I (8,091 m), Annapurna South (7,219 m), Machhapuchhre (6,993 m), Nilgiri (7,061 m), and Hiunchuli (6,441 m). This trek gives an astonishing view of natural gifts including different vegetation like Rhododendron, fir, oak, pine, bamboo, etc. You will also cross through terraced fields, pastureland, green hills, spectacular rivers, and hot spring. Furthermore, you can also notice radiant sunrise and sunset views over the gleaming mountains.

Not only naturally but Mohare Danda is blessed with local culture and hospitable people. This trek will take you through Gurung and Magar settlements. Your trek will be memorable as you will enjoy incredible culture, hospitable and hospitality people. As you are staying in a community lodge, you will see day to day lifestyle of Himalayan peoples for near.

In addition, other incredible alternative trekking routes are seeking more significant challenges. You can travel anywhere in Annapurna Region like Annapurna Circuit Trek, Annapurna Base Camp Trek, Ghorepani Poon Hill Trek, Nar Phu Valley Trek, and Mardi Himal Trek. For more Annapurna Region Trek Package, you can explore more exclusive High Vision Adventure Trek packages.

Mohare Danda Trek Route

Our trip to Mohare Danda starts from the scenic drive from Kathmandu to Pokhara and to Galeshwor accordingly. We then trek ahead to Banskharka and then Nagi. During the walk, we have to pass through stone-paved stairs and tiny farming communities. As we walk further, we will reach Nangi Community Lodge. In the evening, there will be a setting sun abolishing the white peaks and formed golden or pink in color. After dinner, we will have a break and recharge for the next day.

Early morning we will have a little demanding walk as we will be gain about 1,000 meters this day. The trail is mostly upward, with pauses of the flat route in between the climbs. We will pass through green forests, fantastic tree lines with epic views. As we trek further, we will reach Mohare Danda. This is the highest point with the majestic view of Dhaulagiri Range, Annapurna Range, Nilgiri, and many other picturesque views of mountains. The next day, we will be moving to Ghorepani Poon Hill through rhododendron forests. You will observe many colorful barked trees, carpeted trials with leaves, and wildflowers. The trial finally connected with the beautiful village of Ghandruk. Early morning we will be hiking to the Nayapul and then drive further to Pokhara. The next day, we will be back in Kathmandu from Pokhara.

Mohare Danda Trek Difficulty

Since the Mohare Danda Trek is not soo far from the Pokhara, so this trek is easy to moderate. Due to its lower elevation, most people can do it without any difficulty. This trek requires physical fitness, good health condition trekkers but no need for previous trekking experiences in life. The walking distance is 5to 6 hours a day through a beautiful community village. Mohare Danda Trek is completely lodge trekking but make sure to not expect luxurious accommodations.

Mohare Danda is a short and easy trekking destination compare to other treks in Annapurna Region. Mohare Danda altitudes increase gradually to 3300 m height from 1300 m height within 4 to 5 days. You do not have to worry about the altitude problem too. Some people may have the uneasy with a dull headache, but it is nothing compared to what you can feel on a higher elevation.

Mohare Danda Trek Weather

Weather plays an important role while traveling to high altitudes because there is no one behind nature. People can trek throughout the year in Mohare Danda, but certainly, there are ups and downs in all seasons. The different season has their own beauty and below is total information about the climatic situation of every quarter of months.

Mohare Danda Trek during Spring Season

Spring season in Mohare Danda is the best time for trekking and lies in the month from March till May. The weather is very good while you are on the trek. Mesmerizing views of the snow-capped mountain make your trek memorable. You will also witness many colorful rhododendrons, which makes the forest amazing. 

The temperature will also be increasing from mid-march. This is also the best season for mountaineers to conquer the mountains.

Mohare Danda Trek during Summer/ Monsoon Season

Summer and Monsoon season in Mohare Danda is not so favorable a time for trekking and lies in the month from June to August. This season is the hottest and frequent rainfalls where the vegetation will come to new life in the forest. You will see many wildflowers in the forest and pastures. This season is also best for those who are interested in botany, but you may not see the views of mountains. This time is somehow risky in hilly areas as you may experience slippery trials, leeches, and landslides. Mostly in the morning, you may see a clear view, but the sky will be foggy during the day and night.

Mohare Danda Trek during Autumn Season

The Autumn season in Mohare Danda is another best season to trek and lies in the month from September to November. This season is the peak for trekkers due to good weather conditions. As monsoon season ends, it will clear the dust and got a chance to get fresh air during the trek. This season is best for the traveler to relax naturally and culturally. You will also be able to experience the biggest Hindu festivals called Dashain and Tihar. The weather will be clear, and you do not feel hot and cold during the trek.

Mohare Danda Trek during Winter Season

The Winter season in Mohare Danda is another offseason and lies in the month from December to February. You will experience extremely cold weather with frequent snowfall during the trek. During winter, there may be difficulty crossing the pass as the trial will be covered with snow. Only if you are an adventure seeker, then we will recommend you to trek Mohare Danda. While the sun comes, the day will be somehow warmer with the stunning view of the Himalayas.

Mohare Danda Trek Cost

The cost of Mohare Danda Trek will be determined by the type of trek you are planning, your trekking route, time on the trail, and by the season you choose to trek. Overall, the Mohare Danda Trek cost for 8-11 days is about USD 1385 to 1485. Mohare Danda Trek price is relatively low than other trekking because of the low trekking days with fair price in accommodation and transportation price.

Mohare Danda Trek Itinerary usually includes accommodation, transportation, trekking permits, meals, professional trekking guides, porters, etc. The cost of this trek also depends upon traveling as private or in a group.