Mulde view point trek perfect alternative of poon hill trek

• Less touristic trail than Ghorepani Poon Hill Trek

  Mulde Peak is being a relatively newer trekking route, Mulde Peak generally get’s less tourist crowds as compared to the very popular Poon Hill. This will be ideal for the trekkers who are looking to get a peaceful nature experience and interactions with the local cultures and most of the people prefer the quite trekking trails that is why mulde is way better than the popular poon hill treks where a lot of the trekkers visits and now even a lot of local tourist inflows happening. If there are a lot of tourists, it certainly detracts from the sense of wilderness and solitude.

• Higher and More Comprehensive Views than Ghorepani Poon Hill

  Located at a higher elevation (around 3,637 meters/11,932 feet), Muldai Peak gives visitors a more extensive 360-degree panorama of the surrounding peaks. Trekkers can typically see more of the Annapurna and Dhaulagiri ranges, including peaks like Annapurna South, Machapuchare (Fishtail), Hiunchuli, and Dhaulagiri, often appearing closer and more majestic during the sunrise and sunsets both times in contrast the Poon Hill offers excellent sunrise and sunset views of Annapurna and Dhaulagiri. However, due to the slightly lower altitude, some distant peaks might be partially obscured or appear smaller in comparison to the view from Muldai Peak, so the view of the Himalayas is much more spectacular from the Mulde Peaks.

• Best sunrise view from the Mulde peak top (Better than the Poon Hill)

  The Mulde peak is one of the best destinations to see the sunrise over the Mt Annapurna and Dhaulagiri ranges together. The golden lights of the sun spark over the white snow-capped peaks is truly mesmerizing and you can also see the view from Poon Hill but sunrise view from Mulde Peaks are way better than the Poon Hill.

• No Road, Just the trekking trails

  Mulde trek starts from Ghandruk, and there is no road above Ghandruk, so you will be in a complete wilderness zone. The trek passes through the jungles as well, and you may have the opportunity to see the yaks, which make the Mulde complete wilderness trekking trails zone on the contrary Ghorepani Poon Hill is now possible with the road and from Beni the Jeep and Bus comes up to the Ghorepani so it is not that interesting trek anymore and from the Ulleri side the road has been reached up to Nangethanti that means the Ghorepani Poon Hill Trek has lost it’s uniqueness and charmness most of the trekking trails due to the road constructions via the trekking trails.

• Less crowded/Quieter trek near Pokhara

  Mulde Peak is a newly discovered Community-based trek in Annapurna with impressive Annapurna mountain views of the Annapurna range from the top of Mulde Peak. The Mulde peak trek is an Off-the-beaten-path trek in the Annapurna region, and it is just getting the notifications from the trekkers, which is why it is a Quieter and less crowded trek 4 days trek near Pokhara. It can be very good options for those who are looking the perfects options of crowded poon hill trek.

• Multiple trek route options available similar like Ghorepani Poon Hill

  Mulde peak lies at the centre of the Annapurna Regions and it can be combined with many other treks similar like Ghorepani Poon Hill and many other treks, for example you can do the Mulde peak with the Annapurna base camp trek or Khopra Trek or Just the Mulde peak with the Ghorepani Poon Hill or just 3 days Mulde peak starts from Ghandruk and back to Ghandruk as well. The view points offers one of the best spectacular view of the Annapurna and Dhaulagiri Regions that is why Mulde peak Trek is one of the best trek trails and even better than the Ghorepani Poon Hill so we can say that Mulde view point trek perfect alternative of poon hill trek.

• Require the same number of days or even more or less durations of time:

  Mulde peak requires same number of days as Poon Hill ie 4 days or 3 days or even more durations can be done, if you combines with the other treks so Mulde peak trek is very ideal for the trekkers who is looking for a perfect alternatives of the Poon Hill Trek

Mulde Peak trek highlights

Spectacular Panoramic Mountain Views

• Unobstructed vistas: Mulde Peak (3,637m/11,932 ft) offers far better panoramic views of the Annapurna and Dhaulagiri mountain ranges as compared to the popular and crowded Poon Hill.
• Sunrise and sunset magic: Trekkers can witness breathtaking sunrises and sunsets over the snow-capped peaks.
• Multiple iconic mountains: Spectacular views of Annapurna South, Annapurna I, Dhaulagiri, Machhapuchhre (Fishtail), Hiunchuli, Lamjung Himal, Gangapurna, and many other majestic peaks.
• 360-degree panoramas of mountains and hills: From the viewpoint, you can often see a full circle of the surrounding mountains and landscapes with the many green hills.

Off-the-Beaten-Path Trekking Experience

• Less crowded/touristic trails than Poon Hill: Compared to the heavily over touristtic Ghorepani Poon Hill trek, Mulde Peak offers a more tranquil trekking experience so the trekkers who is looking for the best 4 days trek from Pokhara.
• Peaceful and intimate: Enjoy a closer connection with nature and the mountains in a less touristy environment.
• Authentic cultural encounters: Trek through traditional Gurung and Magar villages of Ghandruk as well as Ulleri and Bantanti, experiencing their unique culture, lifestyle, and warm hospitality.

Diverse Landscapes and Nature

• Rhododendron forests: The Mulde Hike starts with the sub-tropical area, then reaches through beautiful forests that bloom with vibrant rhododendrons, especially during the spring (March-May). It is a very nice experience trekking in the forests.
• Varied terrain: The trek traverses through lush valleys, terraced fields, dense forests, and offers diverse landscapes at every turn.
• Wildlife potential: Keep an eye out for various bird species and possibly even some wildlife in the Annapurna Conservation Area.

Accessible and Relatively Easy

• Short duration: The trek can be completed in a comfortable 4-7 easy days, making it ideal for those with limited time and looking for an easy trek near Pokhara.
• Easily accessible: The trek does not require flights or a long drive. Just a 2-3 hour jeep drive allows you to reach the trekking starting points
• Easy difficulty: Generally considered an easy to moderate trek, suitable for novice trekkers with a reasonable level of fitness, beginners, as well as a family holiday as well

Poon Hill can be also part of Mulde Peak Trek (Optional)

• Many Mulde Peak itineraries also include a visit to Poon Hill, allowing you to experience another famous viewpoint and if in case the weather get’s bad during the Mulde Peak then you can see the view from Poon Hill.

Mulde Peak trek best time/ season

• Spring season (March, April and May)

  
  Weather is perfect with sunshine, the temperatures are quite cold but in the down valley, the temperatures are quite high. There is very less chance of raining and snowfall. The trekking experience was very good this time.



• Autumn season (September, October and November)

  
  Weather is very best and very sunny. The temperatures in Kathmandu and other cities are very good. There is no chance of the rainfall but in some cases, it might rain as well. The visibility is very good so the trekking experience is very good this season.



• Winter season (December, January and February)

  
  The temperatures are cold, the visibility is not that good. Sky get cloudy and hazy. Mountains get most of the time snow falls and trekking experience is not that good, However, you can still do this trek. bUt we can not guarantee the weather.



• Monsoon season (June , July and August)

  
  The rainy season in Nepal, the clouds are very normal and there is also a chance of floods and landslides during this time in Nepal. The leeches problem is very normal, you don’t see the good view on this time. But there is a 40% chance you can see the mountains.