Muldai Viewpoint Trek
The Annapurna panorama beyond the crowds
Overview
The Muldai Viewpoint Trek (also written as Muldhai or Mulde Danda) is a newly popularised, relatively short trekking route in the Annapurna Conservation Area that offers an outstanding alternative to the heavily trafficked Ghorepani Poon Hill route. Beginning and ending in Pokhara, the trail climbs through one of Nepal's finest Gurung villages at Ghandruk before threading through spectacular rhododendron and oak forests to the serene ridgeline camps of Tadapani and Dobato. The highlight is a pre-dawn ascent to Muldai Hill (3,637m) for a sweeping 360-degree panorama encompassing Annapurna South, Gangapurna, Annapurna III, Machhapuchhre (Fishtail), Lamjung Himal, and Dhaulagiri — a view that rival trekkers on Poon Hill rarely experience in such unobstructed clarity. The return leg passes through Ghorepani, with an optional sunrise extension to Poon Hill (3,210m), before descending to the road at Hile for the drive back to Pokhara.
Trek Highlights
- 360-degree sunrise panorama from Muldai Hill (3,637m) — Annapurna, Fishtail, Gangapurna, Lamjung, and Dhaulagiri all in one view
- Trek through the iconic Gurung village of Ghandruk and its cultural museum
- Magnificent rhododendron and oak forests — explosively colourful in spring (March–April)
- Quieter, less-crowded trail compared to the classic Poon Hill route
- Optional sunrise extension to Poon Hill (3,210m) on the return
- Community-based tourism supporting local Gurung and Magar communities within the Annapurna Conservation Area
Day-by-Day Itinerary
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Cost Includes
- Airport/bus station pick-up and drop-off in Pokhara
- Tourist-class hotel accommodation in Pokhara (1 night, including breakfast)
- Teahouse accommodation throughout the trek (4 nights)
- All meals during the trek (breakfast, lunch, and dinner)
- Experienced, English-speaking, government-licensed guide
- Porter service (1 porter per 2 trekkers, max 15 kg)
- Annapurna Conservation Area Permit (ACAP)
- TIMS (Trekkers' Information Management System) card
- Private vehicle transport (Pokhara–Kimche and Hile–Pokhara)
- First aid kit and pulse oximeter
- Sleeping bag and down jacket rental (if required)
- Trek completion certificate
- All government taxes and service charges
Cost Excludes
- International and domestic flights
- Nepal entry visa fees (approx. USD 50 for 30 days)
- Travel and emergency evacuation insurance (mandatory)
- Meals and drinks in Pokhara (outside of trek days)
- Hot showers, Wi-Fi, and device charging at teahouses (small extra fee)
- Alcoholic and bottled beverages
- Personal trekking gear and equipment
- Tips for guide and porter (customary and appreciated)
- Personal expenses and souvenirs
- Costs arising from delays due to weather, strikes, or unforeseen circumstances
Frequently Asked Questions
Starting from
$480
per person
Duration
6 Days
Difficulty
Moderate
Max Altitude
3,637m
Region
Annapurna
Group Size
1-16 people
Start / End
Pokhara / Pokhara
Best Season
Mar-May, Sep-Nov
What's Included
- Airport/bus station pick-up and drop-off in Pokhara
- Tourist-class hotel accommodation in Pokhara (1 night, including breakfast)
- Teahouse accommodation throughout the trek (4 nights)
- All meals during the trek (breakfast, lunch, and dinner)
- Experienced, English-speaking, government-licensed guide
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