Khopra Ridge Trek

Trip Introduction

The Khopra Danda Trek is another name for the Khopra Ridge Trek. It is a spectacular trek in the Annapurna region. It is situated at a height of 3660m. The trek’s highest point is 4500 meters above sea level at Khayar Lake. The path is not on any of the major trekking trails in the Annapurna region. The route is covered with forests and offers breath-taking views of the mountains.

It blends most of Nepal’s scenery, such as magnificent mountains, traditional villages, and rice fields placed on top of each other. You will pass through the Rhododendron jungle and encounter Himalayan animals such as birds and goats and sheep. The trek’s attractions include the hike to Khopra Danda and the Khayar Lake route, which leads you to a holy high-altitude lake and gets you very near to Annapurna South. Leave the crowds behind and walk on real village and jungle paths that pass-through meadows, hills, rivers, and forests.

Your 10-day journey began with a flight from Kathmandu to Pokhara, followed by a short drive from Pokhara to Kimchi. From there, ascend the steps to reach Ghandruk, a typical Gurung settlement. We will hike from Ghandruk to Tadapani, then to Dobato, Chistibung, and finally to Khopra Danda. As you ascend a short and steep mountain route with amazing views of layers and layers of mountain peaks below you.

Trip Facts

Country	Nepal
Duration	10 Days
Maximum Altitude	4,500m/ 14,765ft
Region	Annapurna
Meals	Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Accommodation	Hotel, Lodge, Teahouses
Grade	Moderate
Best season	Mar, Apr, May, Sep, Oct, Nov

Trip Highlights

Trek through Gurung villages to get a taste of Nepali life.
Enjoy the diverse flora and fauna as you walk across the trails.
Take two wonderful Himalayan Mountain flights, between Kathmandu and Pokhara.
Poonhill offers breathtaking sunrise and sunset views.
Enjoy a breathtaking view of the Mountains Dhaulagiri, Annapurna South, Fang, and Nilgiri, etc.
Enjoy the walk to Khayar holy Lake.
Hike up to Khopra Danda.

Is this trek appropriate for you?

The Khopra Ridge Trek is the Moderate Trek. You can easily complete this trek if you are physically and mentally prepared and willing to do so.
You will be Trekking for 7 Days. The Path can be Completed in as little as 1 hour as much as 10 hours.
The walk is not tricky, there is no Climbing or Scrambling but the path is rocky and hilly.
Each day you will cover 200 to 400 meters in height while trekking. The highest point in the trek you will reach on the trek is 4500m.
The weather and Remoteness of this trek, as well as dealing with the high altitude, require a slow pace and the need to stay hydrated.

Itinerary

Days	Activities	Durations
1	Arrival in TIA Kathmandu (1,400m/4,592ft)
2	Fly from Kathmandu to Pokhara and Drive to Kimchi and Hike to Ghandruk (1,940m/ 6,365ft)	4-5 hrs
3	Trek from Ghandruk to Dobato (3,350m/ 10,990ft)	7-8 hrs
4	Trek from Dobato to Khopra Ridge (3,660m/ 12,006ft)	6-7hrs
5	Hike from Khopra Ridge to Khayer Lake (4,500m/ 14,762ft) and return to Khopra Ridge.	9-10 hrs
6.	Trek from Khopra Ridge to Swanta Village (2,214m/ 7,263ft)	5-6 hrs
7.	Trek from Swanta Village to Ghorepani (2,858m/9,376ft)	4-5 hrs
8.	Hike from Ghorepani to Poonhill (3,210m/10,530ft), trek to Hile drive back to Pokhara (800m/2,624ft)	7-8 hrs
9.	Fly back to Kathmandu (1,400m/4,592ft)	30 mins
10.	Departure

Itinerary

Departure from : Kathmandu, Nepal

Arrival On : Kathmandu, Nepal

Route Map

Altitude Map

What's Included

Arrival and Departure: Airport – Hotel – Airport (Pick Up and Drop).
Hotel Accommodation in Kathmandu: 2 nights in a star category hotel on a BB basis for twin sharing.
Hotel Accommodation in Pokhara: 1 night in a star category hotel on a BB basis and twin sharing.

Welcome Dinner and farewell dinner at Nepali culture restaurant in Kathmandu.

Food & Lodging: 3 meals a day (Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner) along with accessible accommodation sharing during the trek.
Permit: All required documents: ACAP Permit and the TIMS card charge.
All government and local taxes if necessary.
Member transportation: – Air Transportation: (Domestic Flight) Fly from Kathmandu – Pokhara and while returning Pokhara.
Road transportation– Drive from Pokhara to Kimchi village and Back to Pokhara from Hile.
Drinking: 2 liters of boiled water to carry on thermos per day per member.
Guide: Government licensed Guide (English speaking) during the trek
Porter: Porters (2 trekkers: 1 porter) up to 15kg during the trek.
Insurance of guide and potter.
Comprehensive Medical kit.

What's Not Included

Air Fare: International flight airfare (from and to Kathmandu).
Nepal entry visa fee.
Extra night in Kathmandu: Extra nights’ expenses in Kathmandu. In case of early arrival or late departure, early return from Trekking (due to any reason) than the scheduled itinerary.
Personal Insurance: Travel and high-altitude insurance. *Mandatory
Personal Expenses: Telephone calls, Internet, Toiletries, battery recharge, hot shower, laundry, soft drinks, beer, and any alcoholic beverages.
Personal Equipment: Clothing, Packing Items or Bags, Personal Medical Kit, Personal Trekking equipment.
Rescue Evacuation: Medical and emergency rescue evacuation costs if required. (Rescue, Repatriation, Helicopter, Medication, Medical Tests and Hospitalization costs).

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