Trek with Pratima

Hidden Lake Trek

9 Days

The Hidden Lake Trek is a remote and mystical journey in the Annapurna region, combining the beauty of the Mulde View Point with an off-the-beaten-path adventure to the sacred Hidden Lake (4050m). Perfect for trekkers seeking solitude, raw nature, and jaw-dropping alpine scenery, this trek takes you deeper into the highlands beyond the classic routes.

Highlights

  • Sunrise at Mulde View Point – 360° views of Annapurna, Machhapuchhre & Dhaulagiri
  • Off-the-grid trek to the sacred Hidden Lake (4050m)
  • Annapurna south base camp
  • One of the best sunrises from Pode.
  • Stunning alpine scenery, high meadows, and peaceful trails
  • Relaxing soak at Jhinu Dada hot springs
  • Rhododendron forests, local culture, and remote wilderness
  • Spot Himalayan wildlife and yak herders at high elevations

Facts

  • 9
  • 4050m (Hidden Lake)
  • Moderate to Challenging
  • Spring (Mar–May), Autumn (Sep–Nov)
  • Teahouses
  • Pokhara /Kathmandu
  • TIMS Card & ACAP Permit
  • Private & Group Options Available

Choose between a scenic ~7-hour drive or a short ~25-minute flight from
Kathmandu to Pokhara, the gateway to the Hidden Lake trek. Enjoy lakeside
views and Himalayan foothills.

Drive for ~3 hours to Ghandruk, then trek 3–4 hours through terraced fields
and forests to Tadapani, with stunning views of Annapurna South and
Hiunchuli.

Ascend gradually through rhododendron and pine forests. Low Camp provides spectacular views of Machhapuchhre and Annapurna South, ideal for photography and acclimatization.
Trek Duration: ~6 hours

Hike ~1 hour to Mulde View Point for a spectacular sunrise over Annapurna
and Machhapuchhre. Continue trekking 6 hours to Pode, a remote village near
Hidden Lake.

Trek 4–5 hours around Hidden Lake, a serene alpine lake surrounded by
snow-capped peaks. Capture stunning photos and enjoy the peaceful
high-altitude environment.

Descend along alpine trails and ridges to Tribung Dada, surrounded by
panoramic Himalayan views.
Trek Duration: ~6–7 hours

Descend through forests and small villages to Jhinu Dada, a village famous
for its natural hot springs. Relax and soak after days of trekking.
Trek Duration: ~5–6 hours

Drive ~3 hours back to Pokhara. Enjoy lakeside views and reflect on your
Hidden Lake trekking adventure.

Return to Kathmandu by road (~6–7 hours), concluding your Annapurna
Hidden Lake trek with memories of Himalayan panoramas, alpine lakes, and
Gurung culture.

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