Community Eco-Trek · Panoramic Himalayas without the crowds
A community-run eco-trekking trail offering some of the most stunning panoramic Himalayan viewpoints in the Annapurna region at 3,300m. The lodges are locally owned, the trails are quiet, and the ridge-top sunrise over Dhaulagiri, Annapurna, and Machhapuchhre is absolutely spectacular.
Mohare Danda was created as a sustainable community trekking initiative, and the model works beautifully — every rupee spent stays in the village, the trail is wonderfully quiet, and the viewpoint rivals Poon Hill for panoramic drama. A feel-good trek in every sense.
Short, scenic, and socially responsible – the best offbeat Himalayan viewpoint.
Annapurna (Myagdi District)
3,300 m (Mohare Danda)
5–8 days KTM–KTM
Trekking: 4–6 days
Easy to Moderate
Gentle trails, stone steps
Oct–Nov (crystal)
Mar–Apr (rhododendrons)
180° Dhaulagiri & Annapurna view · community lodges · rhododendron forests
8 days from Kathmandu – including sunrise at Mohare Danda.
Simple, affordable permits – no restricted area or mandatory guide.
| Permit | Cost | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| ACAP (Annapurna Conservation Area) | ~$22 | NPR 3,000 |
| TIMS (Trekkers' Information Management) | ||
| ~$14 | NPR 2,000 | |
| Total Permits | ~$36 | No restricted permit – guide optional |
| Style | Estimate (USD) | Includes |
|---|---|---|
| 🎒 Independent (budget) | $250–350 | Public bus, community lodges, no guide |
| 🚐 Standard (agency + guide) | $550–750 | Private jeep, guide, permits, Pokhara hotels |
| ✨ Luxury (private + flights) | $900–1,300 | Flights KTM↔PKR, best lodges, premium service |
Transparent breakdown for the Mohare Danda trek.
Light and practical – nights at 3,300m can be cold (near freezing).
Less crowded, community-run lodges, and equally stunning Himalayan panorama.
Less than 10 trekkers per day vs 200–500 at Poon Hill.
Profits stay in the village – authentic, clean, with mountain views.
Dhaulagiri, Annapurna I, Machhapuchhre, Nilgiri – epic sunrise & sunset.
Perfect for beginners, families, or as a warm‑up for longer treks.
Brilliant pink/red blooms in March–April.
Limited connectivity – truly off the beaten path.
Pokhara → Beni → Tikot → Ghorepani → Mohare Danda → Banskharka → Galeshwor
Book your Mohare Danda trek with Lila – fair prices, authentic community lodges, and lifetime memories.