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Khopra Ridge Trek

  • Duration: 15 Days
  • Trip Grade: Moderate
  • Max. Altitude: 4500m
  • Group Size: 1-16 Persons
  • Activity: Trekking and Hike
  • Best Season: March-May and September-November
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About Khopra Ridge Trek

The Khopra ridge trek is the most suitable option for travelers that wish to dwell in the uninhabited parts of the Annapurna region. The Khopra ridge trek 15-day journey leads you to the Khopra danda, from where one can marvel at the Khayer lake.

It is a newly opened trail in the Annapurna region and will not follow the conventional route. The views from Khopra ridge comprise magnificent views of the snow-laden mountains like the Annapurna range (8,091 m) and Mt. Dhaulagiri (8,167 m).

In the Khopra ridge trek, you will get to see the rich culture and traditions of the Gurung and Tamang people that live in the lower parts of the Annapurna region. Some parts of the trail are beautifully decorated with prayer flags and chortens. The major highlight of this trek is the Khayer lake, which is a holy lake for both Hindus and Buddhists.

The Khopra ridge trek begins from the Kathmandu valley, and after you collect your necessities, you get on the road to Pokhara. The trail goes through lush forests and small villages. It's a moderate walk up to Khopra Danda. You'll also hike to Poon Hill and spend a night in the beautiful Ghorepani villages.

Itinerary

You will arrive at the Tribhuvan International Airport and get picked up by one of the delegates of Khungri Adventure. He will move you to the hotel. You can rest for the day. In the evening, the company will throw you a welcome dinner.

  • Accommodation:Hotel
  • Meals:Dinner

After having breakfast, you will go on a guided sightseeing tour. You will visit UNESCO World Heritage Sites like Swayambhunath, Pashupatinath Temple, Boudhanath stupa, and Kathmandu Durbar Square. In the late evening, you will stroll on the colorful streets of Thamel and arrange gear for the trek.

  • Accommodation:Hotel
  • Meals:Breakfast

Early in the morning, we drive to Pokhara, which will take more or less than 7 hours. We drive along Prithvi hiThe day begins with a long drive to Pokhara. The drive will be scenic. Upon reaching Pokhara, you will head to your hotel near Lakeside. Later in the afternoon, you will go boating on the tranquil Fewa Lake and explore the bustling Lakeside market.

  • Accommodation:Hotel
  • Meals:Breakfast and Lunch

After having a delicious breakfast, you will drive to Nayapul. From Nayapul, you'll begin trekking along the Modi Khola to reach Birethanti. The trail then ascends to Tikhedhunga village through small settlements, dense forests, and crossing a few bridges.

  • Accommodation:Lodge
  • Meals:Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner

The trail goes uphill on stone staircases to Ulleri. You'll walk through dense forests to Nangethanti village and keep walking towards Ghorepani village.

  • Accommodation:Lodge
  • Meals:Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner
  • Altitude/Time:2,850m/4-5 hours

After enjoying a stunning sunrise early in the morning from Poon hill, you'll get back to Ghorepani village. The trail descends to Tadapani, following a downhill route through woodlands. The views of the mountains are superb while descending.

  • Accommodation:Lodge
  • Meals:Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner
  • Altitude/Time:3,210m/4-5 hours

After having breakfast, you will descend and reach Modi Khola. From here, the trail ascends to Landruk through the forested trail. Further, by trekking through terraced rice fields, you will reach Bhedi Kharka.

  • Accommodation:Lodge
  • Meals:Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner
  • Altitude/Time:3450m/5–6 hours

You will descend to flat land. Further, trekking through a lovely forest, you reach lower Chistibung. From here, you will ascend through dense forest and reach Upper Chistibung. Leaving Upper Chistibung behind, you will ascend along the tree line to Khopra Danda. From this place, you will get to see spectacular views of Annapurna South, Mt. Nilgiri, Baraha Shikhar, Mt. Dhaulagiri, etc.

  • Accommodation:Lodge
  • Meals:Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner
  • Altitude/Time:3,660m/5–6 hours

From Khopra Danda, we descend steeply following the loose rocky trail. It's an impressive walk from Khopra Danda to Paudwar. Soon, you'll reach a big ridge and walk along the hillside to Paudwar.

  • Accommodation:Lodge
  • Meals:Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner
  • Altitude/Time:1,750m/3-4 hour

Leaving Paudwar, we begin trekking towards Swanta village. The trail passes by forests of rhododendron, fir, oak, etc. You'll also walk past some small settlement areas.

  • Accommodation:Lodge
  • Meals:Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner
  • Altitude/Time:2,400m/3–4 hours

The day begins early and follows an uneven path to Baili Kharka. You'll walk through Chistibang and some other villages. It's a forested trail up to Baili Kharka.

  • Accommodation:Lodge
  • Meals:Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner
  • Altitude/Time:3,450m/6–7 hours

Wake yourself up with stunning views and a warm cup of tea. After breakfast, we begin walking towards Tadapani, passing by forests and waterfalls. The trail descends to Tadapani via small villages and presents a fantastic mountain panorama. 

  • Accommodation:Lodge
  • Meals:Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner
  • Altitude/Time:2675m/6 hours

Leaving Tadapanu, we walk through small villages. The trail is forested all the way down to Nayapul. If you remember, you'll be walking on the same trail back that you used at the start of the trek. 

  • Accommodation:Lodge
  • Meals:Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner
  • Altitude/Time:1,070m/4-5 hours

After breakfast, we’ll take a local jeep back to Pokhara. In Pokhara, we'll change the vehicle and hop on a much more comfortable one to ride back to Kathmandu. The drive offers stunning landscapes. In the evening, farewell dinner from the company.

  • Accommodation:Hotel
  • Meals:Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner

The trek has ended. Our team will drop you at the international airport.

    Cost Details

    Includes

    • All ground transports as per itinerary
    • Three-star twin sharing hotel in Kathmandu and lodge/guesthouse during the trek
    • Breakfast in Kathmandu and all meals during the trek
    • Welcome and farewell dinner
    • Guided city tour in Kathmandu by private vehicle
    • Entrance fees for monument visits as per the itinerary
    • Domestic flights and airport departure taxes (carry a maximum of 15 kg luggage including both a backpack and day bag)
    • Professional English-speaking mountain guide and porters to carry luggage (2 trekkers:1 porter)
    • Expenses of guide and porters including their salary, insurance, equipment, flight, food, and lodging
    • Down jacket, sleeping bag, and trekking map will be provided by the company (to be returned after the accomplishment of trek)
    • All necessary paper works such as National park permit, TIMS
    • A Medical kit with all necessary medications and supply
    • All government and local taxes

    Excludes

    • Nepalese visa fee
    • Excess baggage charge(s)
    • Extra night accommodation in Kathmandu (due to early arrival, late departure, early return from mountain than the scheduled itinerary)
    • Lunch and evening meals in Kathmandu
    • International flights
    • Travel and rescue insurance
    • Personal expenses (phone calls, laundry, bar bills, battery recharge, extra porters, bottle or boiled water, shower)
    • Tips for guide(s), porter(s), and driver(s)
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