Trip Overview:

5-Day Annapurna Express Trek is designed for trekkers who have limited time but want to experience the wilderness of Annapurna. It is the perfect short Himalaya adventure, very efficiently designed, where you can experience spectacular mountain views along with wilderness trekking experience. 5-Day Annapurna Express Trek is a mini-circuit trek that combines the most prominent vantage point of Poon Hill and Mohare Danda. If you wish to experience the magnificence of the Himalayas within a very short time, this trek will be an ideal choice.

This 5-Day Annapurna Express Trek has an expertly designed itinerary that offers the most spectacular highlights of the region. This mini Annapurna foothills circuit trek is perfect for busy professionals, first-time trekkers, or travelers with limited time.

What makes this trek special is its perfectly balanced mini-circuit route that takes you to the most prominent Ghorepani. The village of Ghorepani has been a highlight of the iconic Annapurna Circuit Trek for ages. It has served as a significant junction for salt traders during the Salt Trade Era in Nepal. With the coming of tourism, Ghorapani became famous for Poon Hill, a spectacular vantage point. It offers you the most magical view of the Annapurna and Dhaulagiri massif with the dreamlike sunrise and sunset view.

After Ghorepani Poon Hill the trail will lead you to the very untouched region of Annapurna. The Mohare Danda trail is very newly opened and even now very less people travel to this place. The trail to Mohare Danda is very enchanting, it takes you through a dramatically set forested trail which is unbelievable. Mohare Danda significantly gives you yet another spectacular sunset view where clouds settle down the deep valley creating a White Sea. This 5-Day Annapurna Express Trek offers you the classic Annapurna experience and a more authentic mountain atmosphere away from the overcrowded tourist trails.

5-Day Annapurna Express Trek Highlights: Mini Circuit

Scenic flight to the Lake city of Pokhara.
A perfect blend of Mountain Flight, Wilderness Trekking, and Scenic Off-Road Drives.
Experience both popular viewpoints and off-the-beaten-path locations.
Trek to the less-visited Mohare Danda for an authentic mountain experience
Experience traditional Gurung villages and local culture
The grandiose view of Annapurna South, Annapurna I, Nilgiri, Holy Fishtail, Dhaulagiri, etc.
A breathtaking Mountain View, spectacular Sunrise, and Sunset from POON HILL (3,210m) and MOHARE DANDA (3313m).
Experience diverse landscapes, from lush forests to high-altitude ridges within a very short period of time.

Perfect for:

Time-conscious travelers.
First-time trekkers or beginners.
For travelers seeking a taste of the Himalayas without committing to a longer trek
Anyone looking for a quick mountain getaway
Trekkers seeking to combine mountain trekking with Nepal experience

5-Day Annapurna Express Trek Trip Profile:

This Annapurna Express Trek starts with an overnight stay at Thamel, the vibrant center town of Kathmandu. The next morning we will take a scenic flight to Pokhara. This flight is only 25 minutes but the experience you get while flying this short flight is remarkable. As you fly over, the aerial view is very dramatic, you will witness the most incredible view of Nepal's landscape. The rustic settlements, the deep gorges, the vibrant green hills, and the farming terraces just show up in an incredible way. Furthermore, the view of the mountain like the range of Ganesh Himal, Lantang, Himalchuli, the Manaslu range, and Annapurna is very magical.

Soon we land at Pokhara International Airport our jeeps (4 Wheel Drive) will be waiting for us for our further exciting drive to Banthanti. We take 4WD since the section of the drive is off-road. Leaving Pokhara city we drive through this beautiful city of Pokhara which is vibrant and lively. On the way, we will stop for lunch. After lunch, we will further drive the winding road ascending the hill of Naudanda (Nine Hills) which gives us a spectacular view of the Annapurna Range and the holy Machhapuchare dominating the skyline.

Gradually, we descend to the town of Nayapul (New bridge) and further drive to Birethanti (the land of the braves) where we check in to enter the Annapurna National Park Conservation Area. Shortly after this, we drive the OFF-ROAD bumpy section towards Banthanti. This drive from Pokhara to Banthanti will take approximately 3 to 3.5 hours. After a short break at Banthanti we start our trek ascending through the dramatic forest setting towards Ghorepani.

We will reach the prosperous town of Ghorepani where we will spend a night. The next morning you can have a phenomenal sunrise view from the hotel itself. After breakfast, we will hike to Poon Hill since the trail to Mohare Danda is from this vantage point itself. We will get to this vantage point in 45 minutes which is at 3200 meters where we will spend some time enjoying the most dramatic view of Dhaulagiri and Annapurna range including the view of Worlds Deepest Gorge of Kali Gandaki.

After Poon Hill now we will take the trail that is untouched by mass tourism. This section of the trail is still considered a virgin trail which is less trodden and also popularly known for its dramatic setting. The walk through the lush forest can be compared to FOREST BATHING which looks mystical and luxurious. Manly term this trail a LUXURY TRAIL due to its natural beauty and unimaginable experience. The trail during spring looks as gorgeous as the natural bride that can't be compared.

Though Mohare Danda is pretty basic in terms of facility, the view that it has to offer is phenomenal. In particular, the view of clouds that settle down deep in the valley and create a WHITE SEA is something you wouldn't witness from anywhere. After Mohare, we walk the very new, most luxurious trail that was opened only in 2023. After completing this MINI CIRCUIT we will get to Banthanti for lunch and soon drive to Pokhara. The next day we will conclude our trek with a scenic flight to Kathmandu.