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Ghorepani Muldai Viewpoint Trek

Ghorepani Muldai Viewpoint Trek

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Trip Facts

Duration:10 Days 9 Nights
Arrival:Kathmandu
Annapurna Region
Language: English, Spanish

Tour Details

Ghorepani Muldai Viewpoint Trek is a short trek offering a unique experience to trekkers. The trekking trail passes through the mountains villages and dense Rhododendron forest. For nature lovers, it is the best trek to be with nature and get embraced by its beauty. It will be a short yet lifetime experience trek for you.

The first-day trek starts from Nayapul. It goes around Ghorepani, Tadapani, and Ghandruk. The trip to Muldai Hill is a side trek from the main Ghorepani Ghandruk loop trek. It is gaining popularity because of the offbeat trail with unexplored terrain. The sunrise and sunset view from Poonhill & Muldai Hill is the best view you can see during a trek. From the Muldai viewpoint, you can see 25 different mountains. Annapurna ranges, Dhaulagiri Ranges, Lamjung Himal, Gangapurna, Macchapurchre, etc. are some notable mountains.

If you are planning a short trek in Annapurnas and exploring some rural destinations, you can take this Ghorepani Muldai Viewpoint Trek. This short trek offers you one of the most beautiful sunrise experiences. It is also an opportunity for you to explore the rural lifestyle and be with nature.

What to Expect

The Ghorepani Muldai Viewpoint Trek is a short trek to the remote Annapurnas. This trek lets you experience the remote wilderness of Nepal. The best thing about this trek is the best sunrise and sunset view from Muldai Hill.

  • A day to explore Medieval UNESCO Heritage in Kathmandu
  • The best sunrise and sunset viewing experience from Muldai View Point
  • An exclusive trek to the remote destination of Annapurnas
  • Friendly locale and utmost hospitality
  • Visit Ghandruk, the most beautiful village in South Asia.

Ghorepani Muldai Viewpoint Trek Itinerary

1

Welcome to Kathmandu (1,300m)

While entering the border of Nepal, you see the Terai Plain and the everlasting green hills. The Himalayas at the horizon smile over your arrival in Nepal. After Customs clearance, proceed toward the arrival terminal (gate). Our company representative receives you and transfers you to the hotel as assigned.


Transfer: Private vehicle as per the group size
Meal Plan: No Meal
Overnight: Kathmandu
Accommodation: Star category hotel

2

Explore Kathmandu & Trek Preparation

The exploration of Kathmandu Valley starts after taking breakfast. You will visit some of the ancient UNESCO heritage which is an important destination. Our tour guide will take you to Pashupatinath Temple and its surroundings to explore. This temple is the holiest destination on Earth for Hindus. The temple’s architecture is a masterpiece to behold. After this, you will visit Boudhanath Stupa which is the largest stupa in Nepal. After exploration, visit Swoyambhunath Stupa, the monkey temple of Nepal. These two stupas are a pious destination for Buddhists. The vibes you get from these places are unworldly and divine. As time goes by, you will visit Kathmandu Durbar Square, one of the oldest squares in the valley. From here, you can walk up to the Thamel market if you have some shopping left to do for trekking.


Transfer: Private vehicle
Meal Plan: Breakfast
Overnight: Kathmandu
Accommodation: Star category hotel

3

Drive Kathmandu to Pokhara (827m)

After having breakfast, you drive to Pokhara. The drive to Pokhara is like escaping from the concrete jungle Kathmandu. You can see beautiful mountainscapes and mountain villages. The Trishuli River and the Marshyangdi River flow side to the highway. The mountain villages and small local markets on the way excite your journey to Pokhara. The surrounding hills are always there to distract you from falling asleep.


Distance: 210 km drive
Time Taken: 6 hours drive
Transfer: Private vehicle
Meal Plan: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Overnight: Pokhara
Accommodation: Star category hotel

4

Drive Pokhara to Nayapul (1,070m). Trek to Tikhedhunga (1,480m)

After early morning breakfast at Pokhara, we drive to Nayapul – the starting point for the trek. The trek starts with an easy walk crossing the bridge. We enter the village and walk along the Modi River. The road to Tikhedhunga is accessible with a dusty road. But we will walk and reach Tikhedhunga. Take rest and enjoy the first day of the trek.


Distance: 44 km drive, 9 km trek
Time Taken: 2 hours drive, 6 hours trek
Meal Plan: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Overnight: Tikhedhunga
Accommodation: Basic Lodge

5

Trek Tikhedhunga to Ghorepani (2,874m)

The trek from Tikhedhunga to Ghorepani will be comparatively more difficult and strenuous. We have to climb uphill up to Ulleri and we ascend slowly. We will reach Ghorepani passing through a forest of Rhododendron. En route, we might encounter wild animals and birds. We enjoy the nature trail and its beauty on the way to Ghorepani. The Rhododendron forest opens up and settlement appears. That’s a Ghorepani. Ghorepani is a settlement just below Poonhill. This place used to be the gathering point for shepherds to let their horse drink water.


Distance: 10 km
Time Taken: 7 hours trek
Meal Plan: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Overnight: Ghorepani
Accommodation: Basic Lodge

6

Trek Ghorepani to Dobato (3,420m). Sunrise at Poonhill (3,210m)

The very early morning at dawn, we trek to Poonhill for about 45 minutes. Poonhill is a famous viewpoint for sunrise. This is a major touristic destination for trekkers who trek in the Annapurna region. As the sunrays kiss the Annapurna and Hiuchuli, you get to indulge in moments of happiness. Capture the moments and we return to Ghorepani. Your trek to Dobato starts after having breakfast. You leave the main trail and start an exciting journey to a remote area of the Annapurna region. The trail passes to the rhododendron forest and crosses beautiful mountain villages. En route, we will see wildflowers, plants, and animals. As the trek ascends to the northern ridgeline, the view opens up with stunning Annapurna South Massifs. Get enthralled with the beauty of Nature. We reach Dobato – a remote settlement in the Annapurna region. If you have the stamina, we climb up to Muldai Viewpoint for sunset – it’s worth hiking up.


Distance: 9-10 km
Time Taken: 5-6 hours trek
Meal Plan: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Overnight: Dobato
Accommodation: Basic Lodge

7

Trek Dobato to Ghandruk (1,940m). Sunrise at Muldai Hill (3,637m)

At dawn, we hike for an hour for the best sunrise view over the Annapurna South. This is the main highlight of the trek. If you miss this view, you will be missing the main essence of this trek. After the sunrise view, we trek down to Dobato and have breakfast. We trek down to Tadapani and have lunch. The trail to Ghandruk is an easy and merry one. Ghandruk is a Gurung settlement famous for the Gurung culture and its hospitality. You can explore the village and visit the Gurung Museum too. Enjoy the great view of Mt Macchapuchre and Hiuchuli from the village.


Distance: 12 km
Time Taken: 5-6 hours trek
Meal Plan: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Overnight: Ghandruk
Accommodation: Basic Lodge

8

Trek Ghandruk to Nayapul. Back to Pokhara.

After breakfast, your trek starts. The trail descends from Ghandruk. The backdrop of Mt Macchapuchre and Hiuchuli is so beautiful to behold. Indulging in the week-long memories and having a happy face we reach Nayapul. From Nayapul, we drive to Pokhara and rest day afterwards.


Distance: 13 km trek, 44 km drive
Time Taken: 5 hours trek, 2 hours drive
Transfer: Private vehicle
Meal Plan: Breakfast
Overnight: Pokhara
Accommodation: Star category hotel

9

Drive Pokhara to Kathmandu

After breakfast, you drive to Kathmandu retracing the same route. You enjoy the natural landscape and scenery on the way.


Distance: 210 km
Time Taken: 6 hours drive
Transfer: Private vehicle
Meal Plan: Breakfast
Overnight: Kathmandu
Accommodation: Hotel Shreesu

10

Day 10Departure

Enjoy your final day in Kathmandu. Free till final departure. Transfer to the airport 3 hours before the flight time.


Transfer: Private vehicle
Meal Plan: Breakfast

Note “The itinerary may change due to flight delays, weather, natural disasters, regulations, politics, or health issues. Your flexibility is appreciated.“
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What is Included Ghorepani Muldai Viewpoint Trek

3 Nights Accommodation at Kathmandu
2 Nights Accommodation at Pokhara
Full Board Meal during trek (B, L, D)
Basic Lodge during Trek
All Private Transfer in the destination
English speaking professional Guides
Porter to carry 16 kg (1 porter - 2 guests)
All Trekking Permits
All Government & Local taxes

What is Exclude Ghorepani Muldai Viewpoint Trek

Any Private Expenses
Extra Night Accommodation
Tips for Guide(s), Porter(s) & Driver(s)
Extra use of Transportation
Meals & Entrance fees
Medical Kits
Visa Passport Fee
Travel Insurance & Emergency Evacuation

FAQs About Ghorepani Muldai Viewpoint Trek

Transportation:

In this travel package, we arrange transport facilities for Arrival & Departure depending upon the group size. For sightseeing around Kathmandu Valley, we arrange a good vehicle. The Drop and Pickup facility from Nayapul is within this package. The vehicle will be nice and clean for transfer. During trek transfer, we provide transport depending upon the number of travellers. Half of the journey is rough & bumpy. In the case of extra transportation arrangements (leaving the trek earlier from the group or other destinations not mentioned), you are responsible for an extra cost.

Accommodation:

The accommodation at Kathmandu & Pokhara is in a 3-star hotel on a BB basis. During the trek, each night you stay in a tea house/guesthouse run by local communities. Most of the tea houses are basic yet comfortable. The room is on a shared basis with two beds. You will have a common hall for your meal & relaxing. In some places, the washroom (toilet) during the trek is the Squat toilet and is used as a sharing one. We are not responsible for extra night accommodation in Kathmandu, Pokhara or other destinations. You might have to take extra night accommodation due to early arrival, late departure, early return from the trek, or due to any other reasons than the scheduled itinerary. You have to bear the cost of crew members as well as yours for meals & accommodation if you have to take an extra day in the trek.

Permit:

You are travelling to the Annapurna Region and require permits for the trip. The permits required during the Ghorepani Muldai Viewpoint Trek are; 1. ACAP (Annapurna Conservation Area Project) Permit 2. TIMS (Trekkers Information Management System) Card

Meals:

At Kathmandu & Pokhara, Breakfast is from the hotel side while the guest has to arrange Lunch and Dinner on their own. At the same time, it is the best chance to explore Nepali-style food in Nepali Restaurants. On request, Lunch & Dinner is served. Farewell dinner will be served on behalf of Lets Trip Nepal Adventure Pvt. Ltd. The meal during the Ghorepani Muldai Viewpoint Trek will be a simple and authentic Nepalese style. Breakfast and dinner will be served at the tea house where you are staying overnight, and lunch will be served on the way. The meals provided are fresh, organic, and locally grown vegetables. We don’t recommend having non-veg items (meats & dairy) during the trek, as they are not hygienic & healthy. Consumption of alcoholic drinks, caffeinated items & hot chocolate is bad during high altitude trek. All the Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner will be in the package during the trek.

Physical Condition & Experience Required:

The Ghorepani Muldai Viewpoint Trek is moderate. You descend and ascend slowly while taking a rest. Your body condition does not need to be top-notched. But the trek will be easier and more successful if you could walk 5-6 hours per day. Beware of AMS (Acute Mountain Sickness) while trekking. There is a gain in altitude and your body must be well-acclimatized. To have the stabilized stamina, attitude and determination you can have a week-long walking practice before your trek day. If you have any critical problems like heart disease, blood cancer, lungs problem, and other life-threatening diseases, please consult your doctor before trekking and take the necessary measures. You must inform any kind of such complication to Lets Trip Nepal Adventure Pvt. Ltd. as well.

Best Time to Travel:

The best time to experience Ghorepani Muldai Viewpoint Trek will be in Autumn (September–November) and Spring (March-May). This is the best time to explore the unexplored terrain and the climatic condition is favorable. The weather will be warm, clean, and sunny with an incredible view of mountains and hills on the horizon. During spring, different colours of Rhododendron cover the forest region. The winter season (December–February) is cold for trekking. Snow might be an obstacle on the journey The summer/monsoon season (June–August) is also favourable for trekking yet the trail is slippery. Be prepared for rainfall.

Tipping:

Tipping is solely a traveller’s choice, be more or less entirely their perception. The wages provided to Guide(s) & Porter(s) for the trek are basic wages which will be used for meals & accommodation. Normally, tips are offered at the end of the trek or the end of the whole trip. The amount to give is decided by the group depending upon your perception of service quality, length of trip, budget, and appreciation of their work. In Nepalese culture, tipping is the way to express your happiness about the trip and our service quality. Our company crews; Guide(s), Porter(s) & driver(s) are always there for you to take care and make your trip a success – the trip of a lifetime experience.

Baggage Limit:

The weight limit for your baggage is 8 kg per trekker. Porters will be assigned to carry your baggage for your trek. One porter will carry the bags of two guests. The combined baggage should not exceed more than 16 kg. We are travelling to higher altitudes and should think about porters as well. So, we never overload our porters. You should carry your knapsack or backpack (with your valuables or anything important) on your own. Only carry what are essentials, you have to leave any excess baggage either at your hotel or at the Lets Trip Nepal Adventure store for free and it’ll be completely safe.

Medical Kits:

Your trekking trail goes to the remote destinations of Nepal. Most of the places don’t have a good health centre or even medicine at the time. So, you have to carry the necessary medicine and think about travel safety. Our, guide(s) and porter(s) will not be responsible for bad health hazards due to the use of any medicine. They are only responsible to make your treks successful and give guidance during the trip.

Risk & Liabilities:

We try our 100% effort to make your trip smooth and unforgettable. We guaranteed you to give 100% service to your payment. However, due to some unavoidable circumstances; like a landslide, flood, snowfall, political unrest, flight cancellation, sickness or accident, etc., the overall itinerary might get affected. We will not be responsible for such changes. The guests will have to bear any extra costing of self as well as the guide & the porters.

Additional Information:

We have got a wide range of packages for our valued guests. The package starts from Kathmandu and ends up at various well-known destinations of Nepal as well as restricted areas too. If you are looking for any extreme and customized trek you can mail us at letstripnepal@gmail.com. We are at your service 24/7.

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