The Mardi Himal Trek has become really popular among the young Nepalese trekkers recently. This trek combines some of the most eye-catching mountain scenery with a wonderful insight into the life of middle hill Nepalese. This trek allows you to experience the varieties of natural and cultural diversity and is a good introduction to higher altitude trekking without being too strenuous.

Your adventure starts right in Kathmandu valley with the visit of Swoyambhunath, one of the oldest stupas in the Kathmandu Valley, which is situated on the top of a hill. This holy place considerably expands to include various secondary shrines, monastery, garden, and cafeteria. It is a grand and gracious structure as a whole. Next, your visit to Patan, the second largest town in the valley, will be an extraordinary experience, for it is a wonderful town with aesthetic and artistic antiquated monuments. It has several ancient temples and stupas. Every piece is a work of art and craft. More than anything, the Patan Durbar Square, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, is a pure marvel. The Square displays numerous temples and historical structures. Patan’s other attractions are Patan Museum, Uku Bahal, Sundari Chowk, and Krishna Temple.

The highlight of this trek is to visit the High Camp and Mardi Himal Base Camp which offers magnificent views of Annapurna, Dhaulagiri and Manaslu mountain ranges along with the breath taking views of the surrounding villages in valley below.

You don’t need any previous mountaineering training or technical experience for this trek as the terrain is not very difficult. However, some vigorous hiking experience and good physical condition is very useful.

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Your adventure starts right in Kathmandu valley with the visit of Swoyambhunath, one of the oldest stupas in the Kathmandu Valley, which is situated on the top of a hill. This holy place considerably expands to include various secondary shrines, monastery, garden, and cafeteria. It is a grand and gracious structure as a whole. Next, your visit to Patan, the second largest town in the valley, will be an extraordinary experience, for it is a wonderful town with aesthetic and artistic antiquated monuments. It has several ancient temples and stupas. Every piece is a work of art and craft. More than anything, the Patan Durbar Square, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, is a pure marvel. The Square displays numerous temples and historical structures. Patan’s other attractions are Patan Museum, Uku Bahal, Sundari Chowk, and Krishna Temple.

The real adventure of Nar Phu valley trek starts at Besisahar and follows the classic route of Annapurna circuit up to Koto then the trail turns towards the northeast leaving the Manang valley behind. The trail goes through the lush pine, rhododendrons and bamboo forest and small settlements following Nar khola valley. The Nar Phu valley is open air museum of Tibetan culture so it is one of the best destinations in the Trans Himalayas for those seeking a glimpse of true Tibetan culture.

You don’t need any previous mountaineering training or technical experience for this trek. However, some vigorous hiking experience and good physical condition is very useful.

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One of the highlights of this Annapurna Circuit via Nar Phu valley is visit of Nar Phu valley; a sacred valley that is hidden in less travelled route and visit of Tilicho Lake, highest lake in the world and climb to the Thorong-La pass certainly will mesmerize you.

Nar Phu valley trek is one of most desired treks among the explorers as the major part of this trek goes through the hidden valley that many travelers do not even know. This trek not only takes you into the heart of the high mountains but also takes you to the hidden treasures of Tibetan culture that have been flourished in Nepali mountain. The Nar Phu valley lies in the recently opened Controlled (Restricted) trekking region that needs to have a separate special permit to enter for all the foreigners. It is one of the truly hidden valleys that has been staying off the beaten path and hiding from outside world for years.

You don’t need any previous mountaineering training or technical experience for this trek. However, some vigorous hiking experience and good physical condition is very useful.

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The trek goes through several traditional villages inhabited by Gurung people; one of the major ethnic groups in Nepal. The trek follows the foothills of the Annapurna range which offers a panoramic view of Annapurna and Dhaulagiri ranges. 

This is also known as the cultural trek, the travelers who want to explore the diverse culture and tradition, this trek will be more worth it because the trek provides different experiences letting you stay with traditional Nepali families in their home which is a great opportunity to experience local customs, lifestyles, and religions that have remained unchanged for hundreds of years.

Beginning of the Royal trek is from Bijayapur, after a short drive from Lake City, the Whole trek will be of 4 days. The maximum altitude of the whole trekking is 1730m at Syaklung so there will no altitude sickness at all. This trek is suitable for all, The beginners and the elderly people also can go for this trek. 

Finally, the trek ends at another popular Lake, Begnas Tal which is about an hour’s drive from Pokhara.

Trip highlights

• Prince Charles who explored
• Rhododendron forests (Nepal national flower)
• Diverse cultural group
• Panoramic view of Annapurna and Dhaulagiri ranges

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The Mohare Danda is situated at the elevation of 3,300 meters from the sea level. Also, this trail is considered as the best alternative choice for Ghorepani Poon hill trek. 

It is an ideal trek for the people with a desire to enjoy the panoramic view of mountains and encounter village life with limited time or who are concerned about high altitude. Also, this trekking route helps to promote sustainable Eco-tourism and uplift the lifestyle of local inhabitants.

It is not specified as the best season to explore this trek. Though, Autumn and Spring are the best seasons for Mohare hill trek. The trail was started in 2010 with the help of UNDP/MEDEP. This trek was initiated to promote sustainable Eco-tourism and support the local community projects to uplift local people’s living standards. 

Focusing on Village tourism, they offer homestay and local lodges and one can get golden time to directly interact with the local people so that they can have a deeper understanding of the cultural and traditional practices.

The Mohare Danda Trek begins from Galeshwor, a short drive from Pokhara, This trek is admired for the beautiful landscapes, including rice terraces; panoramic views of the silvery mountains, and walking through one of the world’s biggest colorful rhododendron forests.

You will be delighted to witness the spectacular sunrise over the whole Himalayan peaks including Fishtail-6998m, Annapurna I- 8091m, Annapurna II- 7939m, Annapurna III-7555m, Annapurna IV-7525m, Himchuli – 6441m, Annapurna South – 7219m, Dhaulagiri – 8167m, etc.

Highlights of Mohare Hill Trek

• Exploration of diverse cultures and traditions of different ethnic community
• Contribution to the development and promotion of Sustainable Eco-tourism.
• Spectacular sunrise over the whole Himalayan peaks including Fishtail-6998m, Annapurna I- 8091m, and more.
• walking through one of the world’s biggest colorful rhododendron forests.

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Above all, the view of the mountains at sunrise from the Panchase Danda at an altitude of 2,250 meters will be hugely captivating. It includes the views of Dhaulagiri, Machhapuchhre, Annapurna I, Annapurna II, Annapurna III, Annapurna IV, Himchuli, Annapurna South and Lamjung Himal.

In addition to it, the Panchase trek also goes through a lush forest for considerably longer. It allows you to view beautiful birds and some friendly mammals. You will assuredly have one of the best times in the forests, an atmosphere filled with chirps and rustles. Part of the same trek, Pokhara to Bhumdi will be admirably memorable. The panoramic view of Ganesh Himal, Himalchuli, Manaslu, and Annapurna range will be very enthralling.

Ghandruk, Vadaure, Syaulibazar, and Phedi are some of the beautiful villages you will be traversing across. Ghandruk is especially popular for treks in the Annapurna region. It is the second biggest village in this region. It has a traditional Gurung Museum that displays traditional artifacts and equipment. It is a great place to learn and enjoy Gurung ethnicity. Likewise, other villages too are equally exotic.

Not the least, prior to all this wilderness, you will visit some of the amazing religious, cultural, and historical sites in the Kathmandu Valley and Pokhara. In Kathmandu, you will make a visit to the Swoymabhunath and Patan. The Swoyambhunath Stupa, an ancient religious architecture atop a hill, is absolutely stunning. It is the most sacred Buddhist pilgrimage site.

Next, your visit to Patan, a city inside the valley, will bring you a lot of religious, cultural, and historical wonders. It hosts several temples and monasteries, making the city a center of Buddhist and Hindu culture. Its other highlights are the Ashoka Stupas and Patan Durbar Square. In fact, the city is full of temples, statues, stone and bronze carvings, and the like. And, Pokhara is a sort of heaven. It is a marvel. Pokhara, the tourism capital, will mesmerize you with its Devis Falls, Gupteshwori Cave, and Fewa lake.

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You will experience a marvelous view of the southern side of the great Annapurna. Annapurna is the world’s 10 highest mountain. During the trekking period, you will get to visit the historical places of Kathmandu. You will also get to explore the massive lakes of Pokhara. On the way to Annapurna base camp, you will observe different lifestyles of people living in those remote areas. The best part of the trek is you can experience a wonderful view of mountains like Macchapuchhre and Annapurna.

After starting a trek from Pokhara, You have to continuously hike for around 10 days. A continuous trek for 10 days is not a joke for Normal people but those sceneries and breathtaking views will inspire you to complete the Annapurna Base Camp trek.

In the lap of Himalaya, you will experience how fast those 10 days passed. In this wonderful journey, you will be going through different famous places called Ulleri, Ghorepani, Poon Hill, Chhomrong, Deurali, and Naya pul. The most beautiful part of the trek is you can experience Mountain views from the height of 4,130m from sea level. It is the maximum altitude of the trip.

The hospitality of the people there is so great that you will feel like home. You will get to see the orange sky during the time of sunset and sunrise. You will find a forest full of rhododendron, magnolia, and fir.

The best season to experience Annapurna Base Camp trek is in spring and autumn. These attractions will inspire you to visit these places again and again. During this trek, you will be able to create great memories with Snow-capped Mountains, forests, the hospitality of the people, orange sky (during sunset/sunrise) and many more things. Annapurna Sanctuary Trek will be your lifetime experience which cannot be described by using 26 alphabets.

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The trek in the Annapurna region is quite popular, for it is easy, and harbors the beauty the best of its kind. Once you get to remarkably beautiful city Pokhara, itself a major tourist destination, you will be driven to Nayapul from where you will commence your trek. Thereafter, you will trek across quaintly impressive ethnic communities: Gurung and Magar. The Gurung village Ghandruk will be particularly riveting. It is preceded by other amazing places, Tadapani and Tikhedhunga.

Poon Hill trek evidently is a hill station that offers a staggering view of the Annapurna range and the Dhaulagiri mountain range, whereas Ghorepani is a village that lies within the Annapurna Conservation Area. You will have to pass this village to get atop Poon Hill. The village lies on a trail linking the Annapurna Base Camp, and it provides necessary food and lodgings.  It, lying in the center of the Annapurna Conservation Area, is on the way to Annapurna Sanctuary. From atop you will have mesmerizing views of the sunrise and some—in fact over 17—majestic mountains. The panoramic view in their utter glory and harmony will stay with you forever.

Poon Hill is known aptly as a photographer’s paradise for all the right reasons. You can get awesome snaps of the astonishing the Annapurna and the Dhaulagiri ranges.
The Ghorepani Poon Hill trekking, also popular as the Annapurna Sunrise Trekking, and the Annapurna Panorama Trekking, will walk you through striking ethnic villages of the Annapurna region where you will find expansive people—warm and welcoming. The trail also passes through vibrant rhododendron forests. The chirps and rustles will invigorate you. Your senses will be served serenity. Besides, terraced slopes and paddy fields won’t be less bewitching.

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After this, you will be driven to Pokhara, supposedly the tourism capital, whose some of the top attractions are Phewa Lake, World Peace Stupa, Davi’s Falls and Sarangkot—a beautiful village famous for the sunrise and the sunset views. Thereafter, you will be further driven to Nayapul, a small village where you will begin your trekking.

Trekking along a quite wide and easy path with scenic landscapes, you will reach Tikhedhunga—a dainty village with a few guesthouses. Your trail will keep ascending. On the way to Ghorepani, you will have to walk up 3,200 stone steps. Verdant landscapes and the views of cloud perched upon mountain peaks will be pleasant and energizing. From there, you will admiringly trek your way to Poon Hill—a Hill Station to view the Annapurna Massif and the Dhaulagiri mountain range. Several tantalizing towering peaks, like Annapurna, Machhapuchhre, Himchuli, Annapurna III, Dhampus, Dhaulagiri can be seen. Moreover, the sunrise view will be immensely mesmerizing. Worth taking pictures! Thereupon you will follow the trail running over craggy path uphill, and through forests abloom with resplendent rhododendrons.

It will be pleasantly airy making you feel more active. Then, with a short ascent and a long descent, you will get to Tadapani, a village that will welcome you with stunning vista. Finally you will reach Ghandruk. It is quite a big village predominated by the Gurungs. The village itself is absolutely stunning which will offer you alluring views of majestic peaks Annapurna, Himchuli, and Machhapuchhre. People there are innocent and expansive, they can easily win your heart. You will get to know about their culture and traditions. They are abundantly unique.

Presumably, this trek will take you from a culturally opulent city to a naturally rich village. And, the way is full of amazing landscapes, hills, and forests. They will render you absolutely upbeat.

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The Sanctuary, now a part of the Annapurna Conservation Area Project, has quite an exceptional ecosystem with just a 7-hour of sunlight. The south slopes are densely covered in rhododendrons and bamboo, whereas the north slopes are dry and cold with rain shadow.

Therefore, it will be your fantastic trek to the South face of the Annapurna I in the Annapurna Region. Ultimately the trek will eventuate into the inner Annapurna Sanctuary which will give you a complete panoramic view of nearly ten sparkling silvery peaks over 6,000 m. It will be an ethereal experience. Arguably the Sanctuary appears to be, sort of, amphitheater.

The climate range from sub-tropical to Alpine has given the region with rich flora and fauna. It will be extra tranquil. The region, moreover, will enchant you with the views of Annapurna I—the 10th highest mountain in the world, Annapurna South, Fang, Gangapurna, Glacier Dome, Himchuli and Machhapuchchhre. A narrow pass between Himchuli and Machhapuchchhre, the only entrance, will take you to the Sanctuary.

Your trek will begin from Pokhara. Onwards, en route, you will lodge in family-owned tea houses. They are quite loving and welcoming. You will be provided with everything almost local and traditional. As a result, you will get a peek into typical cuisine and culture.

In fact, your wonderment kicks in right from your arrival in Kathmandu. It is popularly known as the city of the temples; moreover, it is tantamount to a live museum since it is embedded with temples, stupas, cultural monuments, and Durbar Squares. Later, upon reaching Pokhara—supposedly the tourism capital of Nepal—you will in awe with its beauty, both cultural and natural.

The Annapurna Sanctuary trek is relatively easier than other circuit treks in the region, fairly demanding though, but holds a plethora of surprises, so let us help you with this terrific trek.

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