Machhapuchhre Model Trek Highlights
- Easy suitable for family trek including children and senior citizens as well
- Close up view of Mt. Machhapuchhre (6,993m), Mt. Annapurna South (7,291m) and Hiunchuli (6,441m) including other peaks of Annapurna (8,091m) Massif
- Ethnically and culturally rich villages of the Annapurna region
- Model of Everest Base Camp trek, Manaslu Circuit trek or Annapurna Base Camp trek
- Possible to do it all year around
- Rhododendron forests, birds, and animals of ACAP
- Also allowed independent trekkers
- Both teahouse trekking and camping trekking are possible
Machhapuchhre Model Trek Overview
Do you want to have a very close view of Mt. Machhapuchhre (6,993m)? Do you want to explore the ethnic and cultural richness while walking through the off-beat path of the Annapurna region? I know your answer is obviously “Yes!” Machhapuchhre Model Trek is the only option for this.
As the name suggests, the Machhapuchhre Model Trek takes you around the villages located on the lap of Mt. Machhapuchre. These villages are the model of ethnic and religious harmony in Nepal. During this trek, you not only enjoy the amazing Himalayas of Annapurna region but also witness the cultural diversity.
While walking through the pine, oak, and rhododendron forests of the Annapurna Conservation Area Project (ACAP), you also see some animals and birds. If you make this trip in spring, the entire region looks highly impressive because the colorful rhododendron covers it.
Opened in 2010, this trek was designed to provide the natural and cultural wonders of the Machhapuchhre region. You know Mt. Fishtail (6,993m) is one of the highest virgin peaks in the world. Its shadow on the turquoise water of the Phewa Lake is just amazing that no words can express its beauty!
Machhapuchhre Model Trek gives you the lifelong experience of trekking in Nepal. You will see the typical ethnic villages, rhododendron forests, and the glittering Himalayas of Nepal. This is the model of the Everest Base Camp trek, Manaslu Circuit trek, or Langtang Valley trek as well.
Machhapuchhre Model Trek Itinerary
Machhapuchhre Model Trek can be started from the Lake City Pokhara. This trek itinerary becomes different when you count the days only from Pokhara or Kathmandu. From Pokhara, you can complete this trek within 6 days while you need 10 days if you design it from Kathmandu.
Nepal Trekking Routes has designed the Machhapuchhre Model Trek itinerary for 12 days. It includes the days from when you arrive in Kathmandu to the day you return to your home country. This itinerary is the best and most commonly offered by the local tour operators in Kathmandu or Pokhara.
In this duration, you will visit the UNESCO World Heritage Sites of Kathmandu. Visiting Patan Durbar Square, Pashupatinath Temple, Bouddhanath Stupa and the Monkey Temple is a plus point of this trek. Likewise, you will also explore the most attractive tourist places in Pokhara.
There is a possibility of extending this trek as well. You can add Mardi Himal Trek or Annapurna Base Camp trek if you have more days to stay in Nepal. For the customization of this trip, consult with our agency.
Machhapuchhre Model Trek Cost
You know the cost of any tour or Nepal trekking package is fixed by calculating many related factors. The duration of the trek and the mode of transportation you use are the most important factors. The services of food and accommodation as well as several guides and porters you hire also play an important role.
You have a choice: teahouse trekking or camping trekking for this trek. Camping trekking is a bit more expensive than teahouse trekking. You can reach Pokhara by flight or by driving along the Prithvi Highway.
Likewise, you can customize the Machhapuchhre Model Trek from 6 days to 13/14 days. Last but not least, you can extend this trip to the Mardi Himal trek and Annapurna Base Camp Trek as well.
To fix the Machhapuchhre Model Trek cost, reach out to us via phone call, email, WhatsApp, or online booking services. Nepal Trekking Routes is always ready to become your trusted travel partner in Nepal. We promise to help you with the most exciting tour and trekking package at a reasonable price.
Machhapuchhre Model Trek Difficulty
Trek difficulty in Nepal can be divided into three broad levels: easy, moderate, and hard (demanding/strenuous/challenging). Generally, the altitude is considered to determine the level of trek difficulty. Trekking up to 3,500m altitude falls in easy; from 3,501m to 4,500m in moderate and above 4,500m is challenging or hard trek.
Talking about the Machhapuchhre Model Trek difficulty, it falls an easy trek. As the highest altitude to reach is 2,645m, it can be done by children and senior citizens as well. There is a low or no chance of altitude sickness.
Similarly, although less frequented, the trails are comfortable leading through the ethnic villages of mixed communities. Even if you do this trek independently, there is no risk of wild animals.
Moreover, there are no high passes to cross on the way. There are teahouses, hotels, and lodges on the stop during the Machhapuchhre Model Trek. Therefore, you don’t have to carry a heavy load or hire porters to carry the load either.
Talking about the duration of trekking, you will spend the nights around Mt. Machhapuchhre vicinity for only 6 days. If you want to walk longer, you can also minimize this itinerary as well.
Machhapuchhre Model Trek Map
Machhapuchhre Model Trek begins from Milanchok on the Pokhara Baglung Highway. You have two options to fly from Kathmandu to Pokhara: flight or bus. By bus, it takes nearly 6 hours while by air, it just takes 25 minutes.
From MIlanchok Machhapuchhre Model Trek map moves ahead across ethnic villages of mixed communities. The trail takes you through Ghachok, Dhiprang, and Chichelme Kharka. Chichelme Kharka (2,645m) is the highest point of the Machhapuchhre Model Trek.
Then, you continue further to Lalka, Riban, and Lahachok. These are the culturally rich villages Annapurna region. You can see the close-up appearance of Mt. Machhapuchhre (6,993m) and Annapurna (8,091m) Massif from here.
After completing the trek, you trek up to Milanchok and catch a private or local bus to reach the hotel in Pokhara. You can explore the remaining places of the Lake City this evening.
