| Trip code | HH-MUL-09 |
| Package name | Muldai Hill Trek 9 Days |
| Duration | 9 |
| Max. elevation | 3637 m |
| Level | MODERATE |
| Transportation | Tourist Bus and Private Car/Jeep(Sharing) |
| Accomodation | Tourist Standard Hotel in KTM and PKR with best available lodge on the trail. |
| Starts at | Kathmandu |
| Ends at | Kathmandu |
| Trip route | Kathmandu-Pokhara- Ghandruk- Muldai Hill- Ghorepani-Poonhill- Mohare Danda - Ulleri- Pokhara- Kathmandu |
| Cost | USD 698 per person |
Muldai Hill ( 3637m) Trek is a short, easy and rewarding trek in the Annapurna region in Nepal near Pokhara. Being a newly explored and less crowded trekking trip in Nepal, Muldai Hill Trek is gaining tremendous popularity among local and international trekkers who are beginners. The beginners find this trek very exciting and truly magnificent too. This trekking trip can be a perfect choice for the trekkers who are looking for a short and easy trekking for 5 days from Pokhara city.
The short and easy trek in Nepal for beginners is Muldai Hill Trek located next to Poonhill (3200m) and is considered to be a better trekking destination in the Annapurna region than any other trekking trip. The trek, Mulde Hill Trek is better in the sense that Muldai Hill is arguably a better and more fascinating vantage point than any other viewpoint in the Annapurna region for mountain views and sunrise. The Muldai Hill Trek is distinct from the Poonhill Trek, Annapurna Base Camp Trek and Mardi Himal Trek. This trek combines Ghorepani-Poonhill and Mohare Hill (3320m). Similarly, this trek is the best alternative to the Poonhill Trek.
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"Muldai Hill Trek a new trekking discourse in Annapurna region next to Poon Hill. The closest viewpoint of Annapurna Massif, Dhaulagiri, Machhapuchhre, Manaslu and Ganesh Himal at once. Considered to be the most rewarding 5 days moderate trek near Pokhara. For the Best Ever Views of Annapurna, Machhapuchhre, Dhaulagiri and Manaslu"
Muldai Hill Hike offers you fabulous
mountain views including Mt. Annapurna's, Dhaulagiri, Machhapuchhre,
Dhaulagiri, Himal Chuli, Manaslu and Ganesh Himal. The trek also provides
the trekkers an opportunity to walk through serene green hills, melodious
and rhythmic waterfalls, local villages and awe-inspiring landscapes of
Annapurna Conservation Area, the largest protected area of the world being a
shelter to a wide diverse species of wildlife and plants.
Muldai Hill Trek commences from Kathmandu. If you are already in
Pokhara city, you can instantly begin this trek. You either fly or drive to
Pokhara and then further drive to Ghandruk Village to formally begin hiking.
Ghandruk Village is one of the major highlights of Muldai Hill
Trek. The massive village is inhabited by Gurung people with several hotels,
lodges, museums, shops, banks, ATMs and bakeries. The local food items and
mountain views from Ghanduk village are fabulous to enjoy.
The trek then switches towards Tadapani and then heads towards Dobato.
You will climb Muldai Hill from Dobato and witness all of Annapurna's massif and
alluring Machhapuchhre.
Before you go to Mohare Hill, another popular viewpoint in the Annapurna region, you will ascend Poonhill from Ghorepani
and celebrate astonishing and fabulous Annapurna mountain panoramas
including the biggest Dhaulagiri.
We will get, finally, the most awaited destination of Muldai Hill
Trek, Mohare Danda and the mountain views are tremendous and massive with a stunning sunrise. The Dhaulagiri, the highest in the Annapurna region, Annapurna's
and Machhapuchhre will be dazzling to relish on from Mohare Danda.
Ultimately, you will trek to Ulleri village from Mohare Danda after enjoying all the astonishing mountain views and cool walks and trek or take a jeep drive back to Pokhara to end the trek formally. If you choose to Muldai Hill Trek, you will have beautiful three opportunities to witness stunning mountain panoramas and sunrise from three different viewpoints: Muldai Hill, Ponhill and Mohare Danda. So, there is no possibility of missing sunrise and mountain views. If you miss from one viewpoint, you will have other two options. You can also explore Pokhara City and relax there with your favourite leisure activity and food items in your Muldai Hill Trek at the end or in the beginning.
The best time for the panoramic Himalayan views from Muldai Hill are during autumn and spring-that is, respectively from September to November and from March to May.
Autumn Period: from September to November
Weather Conditions: Firmly clear skies; very little if any rainfall.
Sights: Undisturbed spectacular views of the Annapurna, Manaslu, Ganesh Himal, Machhapuchhre, Lamjung Himal and Dhaulagiri ranges.
Temperature: Comfortable during the day, at 10°-20°C; cool during nighttime, at 0°-10°C.
Trail Conditions: Dry and stable, good for trekking.
Spring (March to May)
Weather: Pleasant and moderate temperatures.
Flora: Rhododendrons are seen at their best, filling the trail with vibrant colors.
Views: The views of Annapurna, Dhaulagiri, Machhapuchhre, Manaslu and Ganesh Himal from the top are great during this time of the year; however, the latter part of the spring might have some haze develop.
Temperature: Like autumn, daylight temps stand around 10–20°C and night dipping up to 0–10°C.
Winter (December to February): It's crystal clear but extremely cold, especially at night. Snow on the trails makes trekking littel tougher but still okay for those who can enjoy the wind nature of winter.
Monsoon (June to August): Heavy rainfall can make the trails slippery, and views may be obstructed by clouds. In addition, leech infestations occur during this time. It is not recommended doing Muldai Hill Trek in monsoon months.
If you want to donate the blood to local leeches and enjoy the rainfall during the hike, can go for Muldia Hill Trek. No objection at all.
The best time for trekking is early autumn-about October-or early spring-approximately April-when the weather is warm but not hot, the skies are clear of clouds, mountain views are breathtaking and the temperatures are bearable.
If the monsoon prolongs, then, the month of November will be the best month for Muldai Hill Trek.
However, Muldai Hill Trek can even be done in Winter months: December, January and Februrary with good level of preparations, professional team and realiable trekking equipment.
The Muldai Hill Trek in Nepal offers scenic beauty with an essence of authentic local experiences through its food and accommodation reflecting the culture of the region. There are basic, yet cozy accommodations along the trek; these offer twin-sharing accommodations with clean bedding and basic amenities. These are mostly run by local families, hence giving them a warm and welcoming atmosphere.
Meals generally come in traditional Nepali and Tibetan dishes, with a few international options available. Dal Bhat-rice, lentil soup, and vegetable curry-is the staple and trekkers' favorite because it's nutritious and refills as many times as one wants. Other popular delicacies are momos-dumplings, noodle soup, Tibetan bread, and fried rice. For breakfast, pancakes, porridge, and eggs are commonly served.
Of course, there's tea to try-so strong in masala or ginger, for warmth and energy in the chill mountain air.
While food options might be limited in the remote areas, heartily and freshly prepared meals make up for this deficiency. The lodges have common dining halls where trekkers meet and share experiences. With spectacular views of the Annapurna range, the Muldai Hill Trek will surely be an adventure for the senses and an opportunity to come into the simplicity of mountain hospitality.
Muldai Hill Trek presents itself as a moderate hiking in popular Annapurna region of Nepal. The trek takes the trekkers to the highest elevation of 3637m above the sea level and offers, probably, the most astonishing mountain views including Annapurna, Dhaulagiri, Machhapuchhre and Manaslu.
Muldai Hill Trekking Trail is not technical with steep and slippery ups and downs. The moderate ups and downs with stone steps and the trail through deep woods of Annapurna Conservation Area and local villages like Ghandruk, Tadapani, Dobato, Muldai Hill, Gurung Hill, Poon Hill, Mohare Danda and Ulleri are comfortable to conquer.
Have basic skills of hiking/trekking, build the stamina of walking 5-6 hours in the mountains, plan your Muldai Hill Trek with professional trekking crew and celebrate it with astonishing mountain views of entire Annapurna range.
Major places to explore during Muldai Hill Trek are: Pokhara, Ghandruk, Tadapani, Dobato, Muldai Hill Viewpoint, Gurung Hill, Poon Hill, Mohare Hill and Ulleri.
These places are very popular for mountain views, local hospitality and local cuisines and beautiful village lifestyles during your Muldai Hill Trek.
After you land in Kathmandu, our staff will attend you at the airport. They will bring you to the hotel in a private van or car. You will refresh and enjoy short walks on the streets while our staff prepares for the trek. You will have dinner and spend the night in Kathmandu.
Optional Itinerary: If arrive earlier in the afternoon or a few days earlier, you can do some other UNESCO World Heritage Sites tours in Kathmandu Valley or a short day/day hiking around/near Kathmandu Valley. If you want us to set up an itinerary for you, contact us.
Morning with pack breakfast, get ready to go Tourist Bus park for overland journey to Pokhara. An exciting drive of about normally 6 to 7 hours if there are no Traffic jams following the main Nepal busy highway, the drive leads along Trishuli River. One of the most popular rivers for rafting adventure, the drive then diverts towards the west to reach Pokhara city. Along the drive, one can experience rural farm life with grand views of snow-capped peaks. Slowly the drive ends on reaching Pokhara by the lovely Phewa Lake side, where all good hotels are located. After checking into a nice room, having time to browse around the Phewa Lakeside.
After you have a beautiful breakfast at the hotel in Pokhara, you leave for Ghandruk while sharing a jeep ride. You can also choose to drive with a private car or jeep, but you need to pay some extra for this.
We drive through Pokhara city, head to Hemja, then up to Kande and Naudanda and then to Nayapool. We further drive to Birethanti where the Annapurna Conservation Area office is located. You make an entry into the Annapurna Conservation area and drive to Ghandruk.
Ghandruk is a beautiful traditional Gurung village with lodges, restaurants, government offices, local health posts, museums and many more. You can have lunch here at Ghandruk and ascend to Tadapani.
The trail from Ghandruk to Tadapani is up but you will have a chance to walk through serene and calm landscapes and deep woods.
Stay overnight at the lodge at Tadapani.
After a warm breakfast at Tadapani, you will head for Dobato. You love this section of the walk today as the trail pleases you with astonishing landscapes, mountain views and deep green forest including birch, juniper, pine and rhododendron. You will also enjoy some breathtaking natural waterfalls on the way to Dobato.
Arrive at Dobato and stay overnight at the lodge.
You will ascend to the top of Muldai Hill (3637m) early in the morning and marvel at stunning sunrise and mountain views including All Annapurnas, Dhaulagiri, Machhapuchhre, Manaslu and so many others.
Walk down from Muldai Hill have breakfast at Dobato and head down to Deurali. Have lunch at Deurali and walk further to Ghorepani along the trail of Gurung Hill.
Arrive at Ghorepani, a beautiful village directly facing to Annapurna and Dhaulagiri mountains panoramas views.
Stay overnight lodge at Ghorepani.
Before sunrise, you will climb Poonhill and enjoy stunning sunrise and mountain views including all Annapurnas, Dhaulagiri, Machhapuchhre, and Manaslu You enjoy the moments with magnificent mountain views and sunrise and walk down to Ghorepani for Breakfast.
If you want to avoid this sunrise, then, you can rest and relax at Ghorepani till late mooring ad have your breakfast there as we see the same sunrise and mountains from Muldai Hill, Poon Hill and Mohare Danda.
Have your breakfast at Ghorepani and head for Mohare Danda.
You will truly relish this section of walking through beautiful landscapes and witnessing marvellous mountain panoramas till you get to Mohare Danda.
Arrive at Mohare Danda and stay overnight at the lodge.
After you celebrate the fabulous mountain views with stunning sunrise from Mohare Hill/Mohare Danda, you will head for Ulleri village.
The walk is down till you get to Ulleri Village. On the trail, you will enjoy this final day's refreshing walks through beautiful landscapes, local villages and deep woods of Annapurna Conservation Area.
Arrive at Ulleri and stay overnight at the lodge.
You have your breakfast at Ulleri at the lodge and walk down to Tikhedhunga. You can stop here for some light snacks and tea. Cross the suspension bridge and head for Birethanti. Check out from The Annapurna Conservation Area and drive back to Pokhara.
Stroll around Pokhara city in the afternoon and evening. You can also do a half-day sightseeing tour in Pokhara today if you prefer.
If we get a jeep at Ulleri, we can directly drive back to Pokhara without walking down to Birethanti.
Morning, after breakfast depart from the hotel for an interesting drive or fly back to Kathmandu. The road follows on main busy highway, after leaving the Trisuli River, and then the road climbs on winding up to the outskirts of Kathmandu Valley. From the high end of the valley rim, drive slowly enters the busy bustling city of Kathmandu. On reaching Thamel or near about then check into respective hotels, The afternoon is free for leisure for individual activities and the evening Farewell Dinner with a Nepali cultural program.