Mulde Hill and Poon Hill Trek - 5 Days

Your journey begins with a scenic 2.5-hour drive from Pokhara, passing through Naudanda, Kande, Lumle, and Nayapul before reaching Kimche. The landscape alternates between terraced fields, small rivers, and views of the Annapurna foothills. Kimche is a small Gurung village with traditional stone houses. From here, the trek to Ghandruk takes about 2 hours along well-maintained stone steps and gentle paths.
Along the way, you pass tiny hamlets such as Syauli Bazaar and Chane, offering views of Modi Khola Valley. As you ascend, the peaks Annapurna South, Hiunchuli, and Machhapuchhre begin to appear dramatically.
Ghandruk itself is one of the most famous Gurung villages in Nepal—known for its slate-roofed houses, rich Gurung culture, and stunning mountain panorama. You can explore the Gurung Museum, walk narrow alleys, and enjoy traditional cuisine. Sunset views over the mountains are spectacular, with golden hues over Annapurna South. This village is also an important recruitment area for Gurkha soldiers and has a calm atmosphere perfect for acclimatization. Overnight in a teahouse with warm hospitality.

Accommodation : Tea House

The trail from Ghandruk to Tadapani is scenic and forested, taking about 3–4 hours. You begin by climbing gradually above Ghandruk, passing through Bheri Kharka, Komrong, and Komrong Danda. The first section includes stone steps and forested walkways with excellent views of Annapurna South and Hiunchuli behind you.
After Komrong Danda, a long descent leads to Komrong Khola, a small riverside point where you cross a wooden bridge. From here, the trail climbs steadily through dense rhododendron, oak, and magnolia forests. This region is known for abundant birdlife and is especially colorful during spring when rhododendrons bloom in red and pink shades.
As you ascend, you pass a few small teahouses in forest clearings such as Chauthari and Gurung Hill. The final stretch to Tadapani is a pleasant forest walk with occasional clearings that reveal close-up views of Machhapuchhre (Fishtail).
Tadapani itself is a small settlement perched on a ridge, famous for sunrise views over the Annapurna range. It sits deep within the forest, giving it a remote, peaceful atmosphere. Overnight at a teahouse overlooking stunning mountain scenery.

Accommodation : Tea House

This is one of the most beautiful forest trails in the Annapurna region. From Tadapani, the path leaves the main Ghorepani route and enters the quieter, less-traveled trail to Dobato. You first pass through dense rhododendron forest, gradually climbing to Meshar Danda and then Isharu Village—a small place with a few teahouses where locals often graze yaks and buffalo.
From Isharu, the trail continues through moss-covered trees, wooden bridges, and lush undergrowth before reaching Nagaethanti, a peaceful forest point. The area is known for wildlife—monkeys, Himalayan birds, and occasionally deer.
A steep section brings you to Dobato, an emerging trekking spot located on a high ridge. As you approach, the forest opens up to spectacular views of Annapurna South, Hiunchuli, Dhaulagiri, and Fishtail. Dobato itself is quiet, cold, and incredibly scenic with only 2–3 lodges.
The highlight here is the proximity to the Muldai Viewpoint, which you will visit the next morning. The evening in Dobato is peaceful, with breathtaking sunsets over the Dhaulagiri range and a feeling of complete wilderness. Overnight in Dobato.

Accommodation : Tea House

You start early with a 35–45 minute hike to Muldai Viewpoint, a spectacular 360-degree panorama offering views of over 20 Himalayan peaks, including Dhaulagiri, Annapurna South, Nilgiri, Fishtail, and Gurja Himal. This viewpoint is considered quieter and even more impressive than Poon Hill. After enjoying sunrise, return to Dobato for breakfast.
The trail then descends toward Deurali (3,090m), passing through Banthanti, Tili Kharka, and rhododendron forests. You walk along ridgelines with frequent glimpses of the mountains. From Deurali, the path gradually descends to Ghorepani, passing Duerali Pass and entering blue-roofed teahouse settlements.
Ghorepani is a lively village surrounded by dense forests and known for its traditional Magar culture. You can explore the village and enjoy the crisp mountain air. Most trekkers prepare for the next day’s sunrise hike to Poon Hill, but you have already enjoyed Muldai Viewpoint, making this day more relaxed.
Views of Dhaulagiri and Annapurna loom above the village, creating a stunning backdrop. Overnight at a comfortable teahouse in Ghorepani.

Accommodation : Tea House

This final day is long but rewarding. Early morning, you hike about 1 hour to Poon Hill (3,210m), Nepal’s most famous sunrise viewpoint. The panorama includes Dhaulagiri, Tukuche Peak, Annapurna South, Nilgiri, and Fishtail, glowing golden in morning light.
After returning to Ghorepani for breakfast, the trail descends steeply through forests to Nange Thanti and then to Banthanti. From here, the path continues down stone steps through Ulleri Village (1,960m), a large Magar settlement famous for its long staircases—over 3,000 stone steps.
You walk through traditional houses, terraced farms, and open landscapes as you descend toward Thirkedunga, crossing several waterfalls.
The last gentle section takes you to Hile (1,480m), where your trek ends. After lunch, you drive back to Pokhara for about 2.5 hours along the Bhurungdi and Modi Khola valleys.
This day offers a perfect blend of mountain scenery, culture, and rewarding downhill trekking, ending with a comfortable return to Pokhara.