Side by side
| Mohare Danda Trek | Langtang Valley Trek | |
|---|---|---|
| Days | 5 | 8 |
| Highest point | 3,300 m | 4,984 m |
| Difficulty | Easy | Moderate |
| Total distance | 44 km | 65 km |
| Best months | March to May and October to December | March to May and October to November |
| Typical cost | $380 to $650 | $500 to $900 |
| Starts from | Galeshwor or Beni, near Pokhara | Syabrubesi (1,550 m) |
| 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 Langtang Valley Trek if
The Langtang Valley trek is a 7 to 9 day moderate route in the Langtang National Park, north of Kathmandu. It climbs through rhododendron forest to the high yak pastures of Kyanjin Gompa at 3,870 m, with optional side trips to Tserko Ri at 4,984 m. No internal flight is needed, which makes it the most practical short Himalayan trek from Kathmandu.
The valley trail is well-graded and the altitude gain is gradual. Tserko Ri is a genuine high-altitude day hike that demands a careful start and good acclimatisation.
