Side by side
| Mohare Danda Trek | Tsum Valley Trek | |
|---|---|---|
| Days | 5 | 14 |
| Highest point | 3,300 m | 3,700 m |
| Difficulty | Easy | |
| Total distance | 44 km | 100 km |
| Best months | March to May and October to December | March to May and September to November |
| Typical cost | $380 to $650 | $1,000 to $2,000 |
| Starts from | Galeshwor or Beni, near Pokhara | Soti Khola or Machha Khola |
| 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 Tsum Valley Trek if
The Tsum Valley Trek is a cultural journey into a hidden Himalayan valley near the Tibetan border. Known for its ancient Buddhist monasteries, traditional stone villages, and sweeping views of the Ganesh Himal, this restricted area offers a tranquil, deeply spiritual alternative to the busier Manaslu Circuit nearby.
Requires a good level of physical fitness.
