Mohare Danda Trekking
Activities: Trekking, Hiking & Sightseeing
Max altitude: 3300 m
Trip Duration: 11 N / 12 D
Group Size: Min 2 pax
Trip route: Kathmandu – Pokhara – Galeshwor – Bas Kharka – Nagi – Mohare Danda – Danda Kharka – Tikot – Tiplang – Pokhara – Kathmandu
Mohare Danda Trek takes you to the peaceful off beaten path in Annapurna’s foothills Exploring the unexplored region, trekkers can enjoy the wonderful culture, nature, friendly people and stunning view of one of the longest chains of mountains. Mohare Danda (3300m) is the closest point to view the massive Annapurna and Dhaulagiri ranges. The Mohare Danda Trekking is the perfect alternative of the overcrowded Ghorepani – Poonhill Trekking. It is the best choice for those enthusiast travelers who have short time to explore unlimited cultural and natural beauties of Nepal. Moreover, you can also see glorious sunrise and sunset views over the glittering mountains.
Highlights of the Trip
-Guided tour as mentioned in itinerary
-Mohare Danda Trekking
-Breath taking Himalayas and natural beauty
-Local lifestyle and culture
-Stunning landscapes, sunrise, sunset views over the Himalayas
-Green terraced farm different waterfalls, swift flowing rivers, and traditional villages
-Closest view of massive Annapurna and Dhaulagiri ranges
-Beautiful rhododendron and pine forest, numerous ethnic settlements
-Peaceful Pokhara
Welcome to Nepal! Upon your arrival at Tribhuwan International Airport, you will be welcomed by our representative and transfer to your hotel at Thamel, Kathmandu by private car. In the evening, you will be taken for welcome dinner in one of the authentic Nepali restaurant.
Detailed trek briefing at your hotel in presence of your trek guide. You can ask any questions you might have. Today, you will enjoy a guided Kathmandu tour of popular UNESCO World Heritage Sites of Nepal: Boudhanath Stupa and Pashupatinath Temple. Today, you will get to know many interesting facts and stories about Hindu and Buddhist culture, history and the people of Nepal from your local tour guide. You can take your own time as you like at each temple to explore around and asking the questions to your tour guide (this is a private tour just for you) for spending your time in Kathmandu.
Boudhanath Stupa is one of the most popular UNESCO world heritage sites located about 11 km from the center and northeastern outskirts of Kathmandu. The stupa is massive mandala and it is one of the largest unique structure’s stupas in the world with a long history. It is the center of Tibetan culture in Kathmandu and rich in Buddhist symbolism.
Pashupatinath Temple is a famous and sacred Hindu temple dedicated to Lord Shiva. It is located on the banks of the Bagmati River, approximately 5 km north-east of Kathmandu dedicated to Shiva. You will see many Sadhu monks and the cremations taking place across the holy river of this temple.
Transfer to Kathmandu airport one hour before your flight to Pokhara. Upon arrival at Pokhara airport, you will be received by our representative and transfer to the hotel.
You will have some free time to explore around lakeside Pokhara. You can go for an boat ride at Phewa Lake. You can also visit beautiful Barahi temple which is located at the center of Phewa lake.
After breakfast, we drive to Galeshwor along bank of Kali Gandai river and start our first trekining to Bas Kharka. The trail ascend by crossing suspension bridge over deepest gorge “Kali Gandaki river” through green forest. Overnight at Bas Kharka.
Our trail goes along the beautiful villages, stunning views of mountains and impressive landscapes. We also visit organic farm school and Magar settlement on this day. Overnight at Nagi.
The trail passes through the forest of oaks, bamboo and rhododendrons to Mohare Danda that offers the most beautiful Himalayan scenerieswith the amazing sunset and sunrise. Overnight at Mohare Danda.
Today is the relaxing day, a short descend down brings you to Danda Kharka located in the middle of beautiful rhododendrons forest.Danda Kharka is located in the middle of the Rhododendron forest in one of the peaceful places of the world. Overnight at Danda Kharka.
Trekking trail descend to another huge and beautiful settlement of Pun (Magar) to Tikot. Mohare trek is for cultural experience of the one of the ethnic groups of known Magars. Overnight at Tikot.
Trek comes to an end after a short and steep descends to Kaligandaki River. After crossing the bridge and we drive you back to Pokhara.Overnight at Pokhara.
Transfer to the airport one hour before your flight . Upon arrival at Kathmandu airport, you will be received by our representative and transfer to your hotel in Patan.
Patan is the best place in the Kathmandu Valley to enjoy the walk and observe artisans at work. The town is full of traditional Newari craftspeople, so you can find craftsmen doing Buddhist thangka paintings, metal statues making, all kinds of jewelry, and brass and copper crafts.
Some of the best places to visit around Patan are Patan Durbar Square, Patan Museum , Golden Temple, Kumari -the living goddess of Patan, Mahaboudha temple, which are all walking distance from your hotel .
Or please let us know if you would like us to arrange a private tour for you with a local tour guide who can share with you interesting and untold stories about the culture and history of the place you would like to visit.
This day you will have free day on your own to explore around the city or do some last minute shopping.
Today is your departure day. Himalayan Namobuddha’s representative will drop you to Airport 3 hours before scheduled flight. It’s time to bid Nepal farewell visit and appreciate your visit to our country Nepal. Hopefully we shall meet again.
*Note: Above itinerary can be customized at your request to accommodate your specific requirements. Please let us know whether you would like to make shorter or longer or any other further changes in above itinerary. We will provide you details accordingly.
Package Includes
All airport transfers by private vehicle
Deluxe accommodation in Kathmandu and Pokhara with breakfast on twin sharing
Traditional accommodation in Patan with breakfast on twin sharing
Welcome dinner in one of the authentic Nepali restaurant in Kathmandu
Package Excludes
Meals not mentioned in the itinerary.
All personal expenses such as bar bills, beverage, snacks etc.
Extra cost of drinks, shower, battery re-charge,wifi etc. during the trek
Personal clothing and gears
Personal travel insurance covering emergency heli evacuation (mandatory)
Tips to guide (Expected but not mandatory)
Cancellation or additional cost raised by landslide, weather, political unrest, illness etc which are not under our control.
Services which are not mentioned above.
Wish you a wonderful Himalayan experience with us!!!