The Mohare & Khopra Danda community trek is a new trail in the Annapurna region. Set up as a community trek, you will stay at a few teahouses run by and for the local Gurung and Magar community in the area. This community-managed project stands out in Nepal, ensuring tourism benefits reach every household in the village. Despite being in the heart of the popular Annapurna region, Mohare & Kopra Danda is far less crowded than the well-known trails in the region. As a reward for choosing this path, the sunrise at Muldai Peak is spectacular.
The Mohare & Khopra Danda trek starts not far from Pokhara. Here, the trail immediately immerses you as you hike through the tropical rhododendron forest with countless orchids. After a few days hiking past local villages, you will reach Mohare Danda. The community lodge is built on a steep ridge. From this vantage point, it offers beautiful panoramas of the Annapurna and Dhaulagiri mountain ranges. Famous mountains like Mount Dhaulagiri (8167m), Nilgiri (7061m), Annapurna South (7219m) and Annapurna I (8091m) are all in this viewpoint.
After Mohare Danda, you will descend to the lovely little farmer village of Swanta. Continuing, it is a two-day climb to Khpora Danda. During this ascent, you will sleep in teahouses run by and for the local community. At Khopra, again, stunning views, and you can even see Upper Mustang in the distance. From Khopra Ridge, it is a long day hike to Dobato. The next morning starts early with a short climb to Muldai Peak.
At Muldai Peak, you will be rewarded with a beautiful sunrise. The Himalayas are nearby, and you will have a stunning 360-degree view towards the hills and the high mountains. From Muldai Peak, you can see Dhaulagiri, Annapurna I, Annapurna South and Machapuchre. From the Peak, you look down at the lower and crowded Poon Hill. In fact, Muldai Peak is significantly closer to the mountains.
After this beautiful sunrise, you will hike through a lush rhododendron forest to Tadapani and Ghandruk. This historic village is famous for its recruitment of the brave Gurkha soldiers. At last, this is also where the Mohare & Khopra Danda trek ends and where a car will take you back to Pokhara.
Our itineraries are designed to be flexible. If you would like to modify this plan, let us know, and we will work with you to create a personalized trip.
Day 1: Arrival Nepal; pick up at the international airport and drop off at a hotel in Thamel Kathmandu
Day 2: Drive from Kathmandu to Pokhara (6 hrs.)
Day 3: Drive to Nayapul (1070m – 1,5 hrs.)) and trek to Purnagoan (1520m – 5 hrs.)
Day 4: Trek to Lespar (2321m – 5,5 hrs)
Day 5: Trek to Nagi (2320m – 6 hrs.)
Day 6: Trek to Mohare Danda (3320m – 7 hrs.)
Day 7: Trek to Danda Kharka (2820m – 3 hrs.)
Day 8: Trek to Swanta (2200m – 5 hrs.)
Day 9: Trek to Chistabang (2975m – 8 hrs.)
Day 10: Trek to Khopra Danda (3660m – 4 hrs.)
Day 11: Trek to Dobato (2620m – 8 hrs.)
Day 12: Climb to Muldai Peak (3780m) for sunrise and trek to Tadapani (2630m – 4 hrs.)
Day 13: Trek to Ghandruk ( 1951m – 4 hrs.) and drive to Pokhara (3 hrs.)
Day 14: Drive from Pokhara to Kathmandu. (6 hrs.)
Day 15: Free day at leisure in Kathmandu
Day 16: Departure; pick up from the hotel and drop off at the international airport
During the trekking season, prices may rise. The final price depends on the trekking season, group size and the cost of local transfers.
Cost includes:
– Pick up and drop off from Kathmandu International Airport to hotel
– 3 nights in a hotel room in Kathmandu; breakfast included
– 2 nights in a hotel room in Pokhara; breakfast included
– Teahouse room during trek
– Return drive by tourist bus from Kathmandu to Pokhara; private transport to the start and from the end of the trek
– Licensed and certified mountain guide. Well experienced and English speaking
– Porter service for carrying luggage; 10 kg per person
– Salary, food, accommodation and insurance for the mountain guide and porters
– 3 meals per day; breakfast/ lunch/ dinner
– Free use of a waterproof bag for your luggage
– ACAP fee, TIMS card and local taxes
– Support of the Sherpa Heritage Trails head office in Kathmandu
Cost excludes:
– International flight to Kathmandu
– Nepal entrance visa
– Lunches and dinners in Kathmandu and Pokhara
– All beverage bills, hot shower, internet services, laundry and battery charge during trek
– Personal travel insurance
– Rescue operation charge in case of an emergency
– Any cost that arises due to a change of itinerary, like flight delay, natural calamities, etc.
– Gratitude and tips for the mountain guide and porters
