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$900
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Muldai View Point Trek
6 days3,637 mFrom Pokhara (drive to Nayapul)Best: Mar–May, Sep–Nov
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Duration
6 days
From
$650/person
Max Altitude
3,637 m
Difficulty
Moderate
Starts
Pokhara (drive to Nayapul)
Group Size
2–10 People
Stay
Tea House / Camp
Meals
Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Best Season
Mar–May, Sep–Nov
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Trip Highlights
Crowd-free 360° sunrise from Muldai View Point (3,637m)
Panoramas of Dhaulagiri, Annapurna South, Annapurna I and Machhapuchhre
A quieter, higher alternative to the classic Poon Hill viewpoint
Combine both Muldai and Poon Hill sunrises in one short trek
Walk through blooming rhododendron and ancient oak forest
Stay in the traditional Gurung village of Ghandruk
Short and accessible — ideal for first-timers and families
Easy access from Pokhara with no domestic flights required
A quieter alternative to Poon Hill: hike to the Muldai (Mulde) View Point at 3,637m for a crowd-free 360° Annapurna and Dhaulagiri sunrise.
Day-by-Day Itinerary(6 days)
Altitude Profile
Peak: 3,637 m · Day 4Arrive in the lakeside city of Pokhara, either by tourist coach or a short scenic flight from Kathmandu. Meet your guide for a trek briefing, check equipment and stroll along the shore of Phewa Lake with the Annapurna massif reflected in the water. Overnight in a comfortable lakeside hotel.
820 m–––Hotel
The Muldai View Point Trek is the Annapurna foothills' best-kept secret — a short, scenic loop that delivers the same jaw-dropping sunrise as Poon Hill but with a fraction of the crowds. From the ridge-top viewpoint at 3,637m (also spelled Mulde), you stand before a sweeping 360° panorama of more than twenty Himalayan giants, including Dhaulagiri (8,167m), Annapurna South, Annapurna I, Machhapuchhre (Fishtail) and Hiunchuli, all catching the first amber light of dawn.
Beginning with a short drive from Pokhara, the trail climbs gently through some of Nepal's most beautiful rhododendron and oak forest, weaving past traditional Gurung villages such as Ghandruk and the lodge clusters of Tadapani and Dobato. Because the route sits below 3,700m and spreads the ascent over several days, it is well suited to first-time trekkers and families who still want a genuine high-Himalaya experience.
Why choose the Muldai View Point
Unlike the busy Poon Hill viewpoint, Muldai remains blissfully quiet — you may well share the sunrise with only a handful of other walkers. The trek can be combined with Poon Hill itself for the best of both worlds, and the warm tea-house hospitality of the Gurung heartland makes every evening a highlight.
Permits and best season
An Annapurna Conservation Area Permit (ACAP) and a TIMS card are required; this is not a restricted area, so no special permit is needed. The clearest mountain views come in spring (March–May), when the rhododendrons bloom, and in autumn (September–November), when skies are crisp and stable.
What's Included
Included
- Airport / hotel transfers in Pokhara
- Pokhara to trailhead and return private ground transport
- Annapurna Conservation Area Permit (ACAP) and TIMS card
- Experienced licensed English-speaking trekking guide
- Guide's salary, insurance, meals and accommodation
- All standard tea-house accommodation on the trek
- 2 nights hotel accommodation in Pokhara with breakfast
- All breakfasts, lunches and dinners during the trek
- First-aid kit and government taxes and service charges
Not Included
- International airfare and Nepal entry visa
- Kathmandu–Pokhara transport (can be added on request)
- Travel and high-altitude rescue insurance
- Porter (available on request)
- Personal trekking gear and equipment
- Drinks, snacks, hot showers, Wi-Fi and battery charging on the trail
- Tips for guide and porter
- Any expenses arising from circumstances beyond our control
Pickup
Pokhara or Kathmandu: where should we pick you up?
This trip begins in Pokhara, Nepal’s lakeside trekking town. Most international flights land in Kathmandu, about 200 km away (25 minutes by plane or 6 to 8 hours by tourist bus), so you can either make your own way to Pokhara or let us collect you in Kathmandu.
Pickup in Pokhara
Trip starts hereAlready in Pokhara? We collect you from your hotel at no charge.
- Pokhara hotel pickupFrom any hotel in Pokhara, Lakeside included.Included
- Pokhara airport pickupIncluded
- Pokhara tourist bus park pickupWe quote
Pickup in Kathmandu
Landing in Kathmandu? We meet you at the airport or your hotel and get you to the start.
- Kathmandu international airport (on arrival)Includes getting you to Pokhara by tourist bus or flight. The price depends on your arrival, so we confirm it with you.We quote
- Kathmandu domestic airportWe quote
- Kathmandu hotel pickupIncludes getting you to Pokhara by tourist bus or flight. The price depends on your arrival, so we confirm it with you.We quote
- Kathmandu tourist bus park pickupWe quote
Hotel in the city
- Pokhara: 3-star hotel (bed & breakfast)Included
- Pokhara: 4-star hotel (bed & breakfast)We quote
- Pokhara: 5-star hotel (bed & breakfast)We quote
Prices are per person and added to the trip price when you book. “We quote” means the price depends on your flight time and hotel, so our team confirms it with you before the trip. It is never added to your payment without asking.
Best Time to Go
Spring (Mar–May)
Prime season — warm days, stable weather and hillsides ablaze with rhododendron blooms framing the peaks.
Low: -2°C High: 16°C Occasional residual snow at Dobato and Muldai early in the season.
Summer / Monsoon (Jun–Aug)
Wet and humid with frequent cloud cover, rain and leeches; mountain views are often hidden, though forests are lush and green.
Low: 6°C High: 20°C None; heavy rain instead.
Autumn (Sep–Nov)
The clearest and most popular season — crisp air, stable skies and outstanding visibility of Dhaulagiri and the Annapurnas.
Low: -3°C High: 15°C Light snow possible at the highest points late in the season.
Winter (Dec–Feb)
Cold but quiet and beautifully clear on settled days; the higher camps at Dobato and Muldai can be snowy.
Low: -9°C High: 8°C Snow likely at Dobato (3,350m) and Muldai (3,637m).
Permits Required
Annapurna Conservation Area Permit (ACAP)
NPR 3,000 (about US$23)Required for all trekkers entering the Annapurna Conservation Area. Bring a passport copy and one passport photo.
TIMS Card (Trekkers' Information Management System)
NPR 2,000 (about US$15)Mandatory trekker registration card. Arranged through a registered trekking agency; we handle this for you.
All permits are arranged and included in your package price. Nothing to organise yourself.
What to Pack
Merino or synthetic base layers — two sets, one worn one drying
Fleece or light insulated mid-layer
Waterproof shell jacket
Trekking trousers (not jeans, not cotton)
Sun hat and sunglasses — UV is fierce above the treeline
Warm hat and gloves for early starts and evenings
A detailed packing list will be sent with your booking confirmation. Gear rental available in Kathmandu and Pokhara.
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