Muldai & Poon Hill Yoga Trek: Details
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Spring (March–May) and Autumn (September–November)
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Hand picked, Clean but basic local tea houses or mountain lodges.
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3,420 m at Muldai Viewpoint
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Breakfast, lunch and Dinner
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4x4 (four-wheel drive)
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5-6 Hours
Muldai & Poon Hill Yoga Trek: Overview
Walk slowly. Breathe deeply. Let the mountains guide you inward.
The Muldai and Poon Hill Yoga Trek is a 5-day moderate yoga trekking experience in Nepal that starts and ends in Pokhara. This journey is designed for travelers seeking balance rather than a rush, combining gentle Himalayan walking with daily yoga, mindful breathing, and nature-based healing. While it follows the classic Ghorepani route for its famous sunrise views, it uniquely guides you beyond the busy trails to the quiet Muldai Viewpoint. This peaceful ridge, surrounded by rhododendron forests and open skies, offers a hidden space for stillness, reflection, and deep renewal.
Each day moves at a comfortable pace to allow for meditation and breath awareness during sunrises, and gentle yoga sessions to help the body recover after walking. The trails provide constant views of Annapurna South, Machhapuchhare, and Dhaulagiri, allowing nature to become both your guide and teacher. This trek is ideal for beginners and mindful travelers with average fitness; no previous yoga experience is required, as the focus is on listening to the body and moving with awareness.
Trip Highlights
- Twin Sunrise Magic at Poon Hill and Muldai Viewpoint Experience the golden dawn twice. First, at the celebrated Poon Hill (3,195 m) to watch the light illuminate Dhaulagiri and Tukuche Peak, and then at the quieter, more remote Muldai Peak (3,637 m). Muldai offers a hidden gem experience with expansive 360-degree views away from the busier trails.
- Daily Yoga and Meditation Practice Each day is anchored by intention. Enjoy gentle Hatha yoga to energize your mornings and restorative sessions in the evening to release physical tension and recover after walking. Guided sunrise meditations and breathwork (Pranayama) help you adapt to the altitude and find inner stillness.
- The Quiet "Off-the-Beaten-Path" Experience While we follow the classic Ghorepani loop, we guide you beyond the crowds toward the remote ridges of Dobato. This peaceful detour allows for a true "moving meditation" through ancient forests and quiet ridgelines where nature becomes your ultimate teacher.
- Constant View of Snow-Clad Giants Walk with the presence of the Himalayas as your constant companion. The trails offer breathtaking, uninterrupted views of Annapurna South, Machhapuchhare (Fishtail), and Dhaulagiri, the 7th highest mountain in the world.
- Healing Rhododendron and Alpine Forests Trek through lush, vibrant forests that come alive in the Spring (March–May) with deep red and pink rhododendron blooms. The air carries the natural fragrance of Lokta bushes, used for traditional paper-making, enhancing the sensory healing experience of the trek.
- Cultural Connection in Ghandruk Village Immerse yourself in the rich Gurung culture of Ghandruk. Known for its stone-built homes and traditional mountain hospitality, this village offers a beautiful cultural backdrop for our final restorative yoga session and reflection.
- A Journey for the Soul, Not the Clock This trek is not about speed; it is a moderate difficulty journey suitable for beginners with average fitness. We move at a comfortable pace, prioritizing mindful breathing and healing time in nature to ensure you leave the mountains feeling lighter, steadier, and deeply refreshed.