Side by side
| Mohare Danda Trek | Upper Dolpo Circuit Trek | |
|---|---|---|
| Days | 5 | 22 |
| Highest point | 3,300 m | 5,350 m |
| Difficulty | Easy | Extreme |
| Total distance | 44 km | 220 km |
| Best months | March to May and October to December | May to October |
| Typical cost | $380 to $650 | $2,800 to $4,400 |
| Starts from | Galeshwor or Beni, near Pokhara | Juphal (via Nepalgunj flight) |
| 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 Upper Dolpo Circuit Trek if
The Upper Dolpo Circuit trek is an epic 22 day expedition in western Nepal crossing high passes above 5,000 m including Kang La and Jeng La. The trail explores the deep waters of Shey Phoksundo Lake, 11th century Shey Gompa, and isolated Bon and Tibetan Buddhist communities.
Rugged wilderness expedition crossing multiple 5,000 m mountain passes. Requires full camping logistics, self-sufficiency, and high endurance in remote trans-Himalayan desert country.
