Side by side
| Mohare Danda Trek | Gokyo Ri Trek | |
|---|---|---|
| Days | 5 | 12 |
| Highest point | 3,300 m | 5,357 m |
| Difficulty | Easy | |
| Total distance | 44 km | 100 km |
| Best months | March to May and October to December | March to May and October to December |
| Typical cost | $380 to $650 | $1,000 to $2,000 |
| Starts from | Galeshwor or Beni, near Pokhara | Lukla |
| Permits | 2 | 2 |
Choose the Mohare Danda Trek if
The Mohare Danda trek is a 5 day community eco route in the Annapurna foothills reaching 3,300 m on the Mohare ridge. Developed to support rural schools and villages, it delivers spectacular panoramic views of Dhaulagiri and Annapurna South while avoiding the crowded trails of nearby Poon Hill.
Gentle mountain ascents through pine and rhododendron woods on village pathways. Altitudes stay comfortably low with virtually no risk of severe altitude sickness.
Choose the Gokyo Ri Trek if
The Gokyo Ri Trek is a spectacular alternative to Everest Base Camp, leading you up the tranquil Dudh Kosi valley to a series of turquoise glacial lakes. The ascent of Gokyo Ri offers breathtaking panoramic views of Everest, Lhotse, Makalu, and Cho Oyu, making it a visual masterpiece.
Requires a good level of physical fitness.
