Mohare Danda Trek

Mohare Danda trek is known as alternative trajectory of Poon hill and encounters the mesmerizing view of mountain. It is the unspoiled blend of trekking and traditional habitats, which can be the opportunity to observe untouched culture of Magar community. If we outweigh with the Poon hill trek it has to more quality of natural surroundings which it proves with 3,300 meters elevation more than Poonhill. It is known one of the short off the beaten trekking path with dense rhododendron forest in Annapurna region. You can grab the perfect outlook of Dhaulagiri (8,167 m) ranges and Annapurna (8,091 m) ranges. Peaceful environment attracts the people who want escape from crowded trekking trajectory from other journey.

Another feature of this hiking is traditional culture and promote sustainable eco-tourism among local people. Mohare Danda trek is recently discovered walking trail, in addition to help several program which could be beneficial to develop standard of living in indigenous people. Mohare Danda could be the lifetime experience while trekking in Nepal, it offers community tea house in order to accommodation. Travelers can have great experience in short period of time without reaching higher altitude. This trail is picture-perfect for those who could not access in Himalayas or has short holidays for the trekking and really keen to picturesque the magic of mountain scenery. This fascinating off the beaten spot in Annapurna region blessed by green hills, majestic Himalayas, flow rivers, wilderness of rhododendron, pine and oak that can flourish trekking experience of Nepal.

This peaceful trekking path encounters several local communities and lead us to the destination. Firstly, we will drive to Pokhara which is known as tourist hub then drive to Goleshowar to experience the small town of Kaligandaki river gorge. Next, our trekking trail encounter Baskharka (Home stay), Nagi village which is the birthplace of Mahabir Pun (Scientist who is connecting remote places with free internet service). After, Nagi village our trail moves with the stunning view of Dhaulagir, Nilgiri, Annapurna range and other mountains. Now, we will encounter the Mohare Danda (3,300 m) with the Majestic Mountain, Poon hill as well as Phewa lake in Pokhara. After visiting Mohare hill we will hike to Tikot village, Chipling village and drive to Pokhara to Kathmandu. It is assure that, you will be pleased with the satisfaction of this trekking endpoint. 

Outline Itinerary

Day 01: Arrival day in Kathmandu (1,400 m).

Day 02: Drive from Kathmandu to Pokhara (835 m).

Day 03: Drive from Pokhara to Galeshowar and trek to Baskharka (1525 m).

Day 04: Trek from Baskharka to Nagi village (2300 m).

Day 05: Trek from Nagi village to Mohare Danda (3300 m).

Day 06: Trek from Mohare Danda to Tikot (2300 m).

Day 07: Trek from Tikot to Tiplyang and drive to Pokhara.

Day 08: Drive/fly from Pokhara to Kathmandu.

Day 09: Final departure.  

More Information

Meals:
When you travel to the new place for your holiday, food is the most  concerned part of travel. While, traveling with Yarsa treks, you can experience the delightful cuisine of typical Nepali food, continental food, Italian food, Chinese food and different international cuisines. You will be suggested by your guide for good food during your trip. During the trek do not order many dishes and waste food as they have to cater to more trekkers before they run off stock. It is very hard and takes a week or more for caravan and porters to bring the food in these places. You will take lunch in route side, breakfast and dinner will be arranged in the same lodge/Tea house.

Drinking Water:
During the trek you can get the bottled water but it is hard to dispose plastic and it will be the big problem for environment. We will provide purified mineral water during trek. In tea houses you can get bottled water and mineral water in additional cost. It will be better to drink mineral water rather than bottled water.

Accommodations:
We provide you best touristic hotel in Kathmandu/Pokhara with best location. During the trek tea house is main accommodation for trekkers. A tea house is combination of lodge and restaurant. In the tea house lodges are fairly basic, in some tea houses you can get separate room but in the high altitude rooms are spared with two beds with blankets and little additional furniture.  There will be large dining room where you can get the warmth by Bukhara stove. In the tea houses there will be solar electricity but these days most of the tea houses have electricity for charging camera, mobile phones and other small appliances.

This is very active trip we can’t stay in same place. You can take very light and necessary things. You will get a porter who  will carry 30 kg which means 2 trekkers=1 porter. Porters are allowed to carry 30 kg of your stuff. Porters will carry your necessary stuff in a duffel bag.

Altitude Map & Route Map:
Yarsa Treks will provide you complete route map and altitude map. At the end of the trip we will provide you Yarsa Treks T-shirt for the memory of trekking with us.

Health & Fitness:
These treks are some of moderate and some of strenuous type.Passionate trekkers should have ability to walk for 4-7 hours a day. Trekking to the high altitude is more challenging than the low altitude. To complete the trip we should have good health, average physical fitness, passion, confidence, determination and positive attitude. If you have past hiking experience or exercising habits it will be the better for your trek. If you have pre-existing health problems such as lungs, heart and other diseases, it is better to consult with your doctor or inform Yarsa treks before booking the trip.

Suitable Time to Trek:
For trekking to the high altitude we should concern about the weather condition. Autumn (Sept-Nov) and Spring (March-May) are the best seasons for trekking in Himalayas. Trekking in Summer and Monsoon (June-Aug) is affected by rain. You can also trek in winter but temperatures could be  harsher for most trekkers.

Trip Dates/Cost:
Check available start date in our site and for cost please contact us.

Important Notes:
If you’re confused to pack up your necessary things just see in the check list tab. Bring light and necessary things. You will need medium size bag to carry your daily usable stuff. The weather is subject to change in high altitude so layered clothing is recommended throughout the trek.

Note: We can customize trip as possible as client’s time frame. We are delighted to take you Himalayan region according to the itinerary.

Service included in cost

• Airport pick up and drop off service by private car/jeep
• Tourist standard hotel accommodation in Kathmandu and Pokhara with BB plan
• Tea house/community lodge accommodation service during trekking
• Breakfast, lunch and dinner (3 meals) per day during your trekking
• Sightseeing by English speaking tour guide in Kathmandu
• Entry fees for sightseeing places in Kathmandu
• Kathmandu – Pokhara – Kathmandu Flight tickets or transportation by private car or by tourist bus (charge will include for flight)
• An experienced English-speaking trekking guide
• Necessary trekking porters to carry your luggage (2 trekkers:1 porter) including their salary, insurance, equipment, flight, food and lodging
• Annapurna Conservation Area entry permit and TIMS card
• A comprehensive medical kit
• All government and local taxes

Service excluded in cost

• Visa fee for Nepal entry
• International flight tickets
• Excess baggage charges
• Lunch and evening meals in Kathmandu
• Your Travel and rescue insurance
• Your Personal expenses such as telephone calls, laundry service, bar bills, battery recharge, extra porters, bottle or boiled water, shower etc.
• Tips for guides and porters
• Anything other not mention in cost include section