Pokhara | Mohare Hill | Narchyang
Annapurna Community Trek
Pokhara | Mohare Hill | Narchyang
Annapurna Community Trek
Pokhara | Mohare Hill | Narchyang
Annapurna Community Trek
Pokhara | Mohare Hill | Narchyang
Annapurna Community Trek
Annapurna Community Trek
Trip Overview
The Annapurna Community Trek is a unique and immersive journey that provides an intimate glimpse into village life in the stunning Himalayan region. At Mohare Hill (3,300m), trekkers are rewarded with breathtaking panoramic views of peaks like Annapurnas, Dhaulagiri, and Machhapuchhare. This trek stands out for its pristine and unspoiled nature, where encounters with fellow trekkers are rare, but interactions with local farmers, yak herders, and villagers are abundant.
Trekkers are warmly welcomed as guests rather than tourists, fostering a genuine cultural exchange. This trek showcases the natural beauty of the Himalayas, terraced farmlands, and rhododendron forests and immerses travelers in the rich culture and traditions of local ethnic groups.
Highlights Of Annapurna Community Trek
Explore the unspoiled natural landscapes
Experience the local culture by staying together with the community.
Panoramic views of the Annapurna; close-up views of Dhaulagiri and Macchapucchre.
Panoramic views of the Annapurna; close-up views of Dhaulagiri and Macchapucchre.
Mesmerizing sunrise and sunset from Mohare Danda.
Witness the diverse culture, topography, flora, and fauna of the Annapurna Region.
Itinerary
KATHMANDU, Arrival
Activities
On your arrival at the airport in Kathmandu, you will be received with a placard with your name in the arrival hall. Your luggage will be loaded into the car, and you will be transferred to the hotel. After check-in, you can take the time to freshen up before you move to Avata for a sound healing session to recover from jet lag, followed by a healthy dinner at Nourish by Avata.
After that, you will be transferred back to your hotel.
POKHARA
Activities
Today, after a satisfying breakfast, you will be leaving Kathmandu Valley with a flight to Pokhara, a popular getaway to the infamous Annapurna ranges. As you approach Pokhara during your flight, the sight of the mountain ranges will leave you in awe. Once at Pokhara, a vehicle will be ready to transfer you to the Hotel. Prepare to be enchanted by Pokhara, best known for its beautiful lakes and a gateway to numerous treks. The serenity of Phewa Lake, with mountains like Machhapuchhre and Annapurna range rising majestically behind, creates a breathtaking ambiance. And the nightlife, a vibrant mix of culture and entertainment, is also a great attraction.
POKHARA – GALESHWOR – BAS KHARKA
Activities
Starting from Pokhara, you are driven to Galeshwar via Beni for approximately 3 hours. Head up to Bas Kharka from Galeshwar, where you will pass by farmhouses, through the forest, and then orange groves as you approach the attractive village. Most of the route follows stone paths and stairways leading up and down. Visit the nearby school or health post, and enjoy the sweet oranges that grow on the hillsides in November-December. Upon arrival in Bas Kharka, you will be greeted with a beautiful view of the surroundings, and when the weather is clear, you will also see as far as the Nilgiri and Dhaulagiri ranges.
BAS KHARKA - NANGI
Activities
Today, you will start a hike of 2-3 hours uphill to Dandakateri community lodge—a lovely but basic community lodge set in an open field. Emerging from the rhododendron forest into clearer valleys, we stop by for lunch in a beautiful spot. Then, you can take a leisurely walk to Nangi, the main village, where you can spend the night. You can also visit local cottage industries, where villagers make paper from locally grown plants.
*** (Please note: these visits depend on the weather, seasonality, and local holidays).
NANGI – MOHARE HILL
Activities
Today, you will climb through the forest to reach Mohare Hill, which has stunning views of the mountains. From the top of Mohare Hill (3300m), you can see close-up views of Mt. Machhapuchhare (Fish Tail Mountain), Mt. Annapurna, and Mt. Dhaulagiri on a clear day. You may even see yaks grazing nearby. It is Nepal's highest wireless internet relay station, providing internet to remote villages for schools and health posts that use telemedicine, linking up with hospitals in Kathmandu to provide better healthcare in the villages.
MOHARE HILL - SIKHA
Activities
Today, witness a stunning sunrise over the mountain ranges, including the renowned Mount Fishtail, Dhaulagiri I, Dhaulagiri II, Tukuche, South Annapurna, and Nilgiri.
After breakfast, you will gradually descend through a lush rhododendron forest with a scenic backdrop and an opportunity to explore the local flora and fauna. The forest is home to Nepal's national flower, Rhododendron, indigenous to the Himalayan region, and other plant species such as oak and bamboo.
SIKHA - NARCHYANG
Activities
On this last day of your trek, you will descend through pastoral lands adorned with beautiful landscapes and lush vegetation. After a pleasant trek, you will arrive at Narchyang Community Homestay, where the locals warmly welcome you, and a delicious lunch will be served by local families. Narchyang is a Magar village situated in the foothills of the Annapurna range who follow their own culture and speak their language- Magar Kura. Magar people are recognized for their simplicity, innocence, and bravery. After you are assigned to your host family and a short break, the host family will take you on a short hike to Narchyang Waterfall, which is just opposite the homestays.
POKHARA
Activities
Wake up to a warm breakfast prepared by your host family before you take a short tour of the village with the hosts. Most houses are surrounded by vegetable gardens and farm fields, from which they source their ingredients directly for meals. The mountains can still be seen closely from the village, and the locals are busy with their daily activities.
You will be transferred to Pokhara shortly after that, driving along the Beni-Jomsom highway alongside the rapidly flowing Kali Gandaki River. You can take the rest of the day off, or you can choose to walk along the nearby lake.
POKHARA - KATHMANDU
Activities
Today, you will be returning to the Kathmandu Valley through a flight. You will have a free day once you reach the hotel.
Impact Footprints
- Promotes ecotourism by emphasizing low-impact travel and sustainability in natural areas.
- Supports local conservation projects, helping preserve local flora, fauna, and natural landscapes.
- It helps reduce over-tourism by diversifying tourist paths and destinations within the Annapurna region.
- Aids in cultural preservation through community homestays that showcase local traditions and lifestyles.
- Facilitates cultural exchanges that enrich visitors and local communities, promoting mutual respect and understanding.
- Directly supports the local economy through accommodations, food, and local guides expenditures.
- Creates employment opportunities for residents as guides, porters, and lodge operators.
- Contributes to community development through enhanced social cohesion and community pride.
- Channels some tourism proceeds into local educational and health projects, improving overall community welfare.
- Empower local communities by involving them in tourism management and decision-making processes.
