Khopra Ridge Trek

13 Days
Activity:
  • Khopra Ridge Trek
  • Khopra Ridge Trek
  • Khopra Ridge Trek
  • Khopra Ridge Trek
  • Khopra Ridge Trek
  • Khopra Ridge Trek
  • Khopra Ridge Trek
  • Khopra Ridge Trek

Overview

Khopra Ridge Trek Introduction

Nepal Khopra Trek is a less crowded trekking trail in the Annapurna region but the equally panoramic view as Poon Hill from where you can see of the Dhaulagiri (8,167 m.), Annapurna South (7,019 m.), Annapurna Fang, Mt. Nilgiri range can be seen from Nepal Khopra Trek. In Khopra trek people can enjoy with holy Khayer Barah Temple and Khayer Lake which are interesting to observe. The Khopra trekking route provides breathtaking views of the beautiful landscape, Many mountains, and valley. In Khopra trek accommodation is very basic and good enough community lodges are available. This trek can be started either from the Ghundruk Tadapani side or  Ghorepani Poonhill side. we design this Nepal Khopra Trekking Itinerary at a very reasonable cost for all types of people.
 
Trip Highlight

-Less busy trekking trail

-Great panoramic view of Dhaulagiri Himalaya and Annapurna Himalaya. 

-Holy  Khayer Barah temple and lake.

Fitness level Moderate
Trip Duration 13 Days
Activity Nepal Trekking
Accommodation Tea House and Home stay
Start - End Pokhara - Pokhara
Group Size Min 2 Px
Max. Altitude 4600 m
Trip Season Any Season(Autumn and Spring is Recommended)

Khopra Ridge Trek Detail Itinerary

Day 01: Arrive at Kathmandu, and transfer to The Hotel, Evening welcome Dinner

After arriving at the airport, our guide welcomes you at the Tribhuwan International Airport, from there you are dropped to the Hotel and transferred by a welcome drink and dinner in the evening. If your flight arrives earlier, you can spare some time at the hotel or roam around Kathmandu, preferably Thamel and look for some souvenirs back home. Later in the evening, you are served with authentic Nepali food or dinner of your choice. 

Accommodation in Hotel

Snacks and Dinner Included

Day 02:  Drive to Pokhara(820m) 6/7hrs

On this day, we drive to Pokhara on a tourist bus, the distance is 200km which approximately takes us around 6 hours. The roads to Pokhara are not less scenic, you can have views of Langtang, Manaslu and Annapurna Mountain ranges at a distance on the way.

On reaching Pokhara, you are transferred to the Hotel on our private transportation. Pokhara is another city in Nepal which is also a perfect place for tourists to hang around. There are almost all adventure sports you can imagine in Pokhara, mostly you can find trekking friends and more number of tourists in Pokhara.  With a beautiful view of the lake Fewa, we end our day in Lakeside Pokhara with boating or chilling near the lake.

Accommodation in Hotel

Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner included.

Day 03: Drive  to Nayapul then trek to Ghandruk (1,940m)

Day third is the day when your actual trekking starts, after breakfast in Pokhara we drive till Nayapul which is around an hour's drive from Pokhara. From Nayapul in Magdi District, we start trekking alongside the trail of Annapurna Circuit trek. We start our trek alongside the Bhurungdi Khola which is directly originated from the Annapurna Mountain. On the way, we grab our Lunch walk furthermore alongside viewing the Landruk village view. You will have the first view of Mount Machhapuchhere with two tops shaped in fishtail from which its name is derived on this day. We cross many waterfalls and on the way to Ghandruk. We reach Ghandruk after roughly 5-6 hours of trek.

Accommodation in Lodge

Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner Included.

Day 04: Ghandruk  to Tadapani (2,610m)

After Gurung Breakfast at Ghandruk Village, we start our trekking from Ghandruk Village we hike up the Tadapani along with the trial via the pine forest. We climb more than 500 meters on this day. It takes 5-6 hours to reach Tadapani. Tadapani offers a majestic view of Annapurna and Manaslu Mountain Range from Tadapani. 

Accommodation in Lodge

Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner Included.

Day 05: Tadapani  to Bayeli Kharka (3,420m) overnight at community lodges

From Tadapani, we leave the main Annapurna Trekking route and trek towards Bayeli Kharka. The trail towards the Bayeli Kharka from Tadapani is full of Rhododendron forest. We pass Dobato and reach Bayelo Kharka. Overnight stay at Bayeli Kharka

Accommodation in Lodge

Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner included.

Day 06: Bayeli Kharka  to Upper Chistibung (3,350m) overnight at community lodges

From Bayeli Kharka we descend through the forest of rhododendron and cross the wooden bridge and move uphill and reach the village of Chistibung. Chistibung Village is at the height of almost 3350 meters, Among Lower and Upper Chistibung, we choose Upper Chistibung for our overnight stay.

Accommodation in Lodge

Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner included.

Day 07: Upper Chistibung  to Kopra Ridge (3,660m) overnight at community lodges

After breakfast in Chistibung, we start trekking towards Kopra Ridge which is our final destination for the trip. At the height of 3,660 meters, we might encounter some animals like Himalayan Thar and Himalayan Monal on this day inside the dense forest along the way. We reach the Kopra Ridge which offers us the magnificent view of Annapurna and Dhauligiri Range during sunrise and sunset.  Overnight stay at Kopra Ridge

Accommodation in Lodge

Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner included.

Day 08: Kopra Ridge  to Swanta Village (2,200m) overnight at community lodges

Early morning we hike up to the Kopra viewpoint for a panoramic view of the mountains in the region. After breakfast, we start descending down towards the Swanta Village which takes around 5 hours of the trek on this day. We grab our lunch on our way and reach Swanta Village.  Swanta village is at 2200 meters. Overnight stay at Swanta village.

Accommodation in Lodge

Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner included.

Day 09: Swanta Village  to Ghorepani (2855m) overnight at teahouse and

On the 9th day, we reach Ghorepani Village which is again back to the main Annapurna Trekking trail route. Treks to Ghorepani take us around 4-5 hours walking time but the rest time on this day is higher. The trial includes many suspension bridges and waterfalls which are frozen during the winter making ice hanging till almost 20-30 meters in the cliffs. Ghorepani is a small village where most tourists going to Annapurna Region or Poonhill stay overnight. Passing Lower Ghorepani we accommodate in a Lodge in Upper Ghorepani. The distance between Upper Ghorepani and Lower Ghorepani is around 10 minutes.

Accommodation in Lodge

Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner Included

Day 10: Visit Poon Hill (3210m) then trek Hile (1480m) overnight at teahouse

At around 4 am we wake up and start trekking to the Poon Hill, it is almost an hour uphill climb to the Poonhill hill(3200 meters). Poonhill is a viewpoint of the whole mountain range of Annapurna Mountain Range and Dhaulagiri Mountain Ranges. You will have a fantastic view of the Mountains starting from Mt. Machhepuchhere, Mt. Hinchuli, Mt. Annapurna, Mt. Dhauligiri and different other peaks of the region. Then we hike back to the Lodge and grab our Breakfast there. After Breakfast in Poonhill, we start our trek towards Hile village at 1460 meters. It takes us around 5 hours on this day.

Accommodation in Lodge

Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner included.

Day 11: Hile  to Nayapul drive to Pokhara (850m),

Today we take breakfast at Hile and trek down towards Nayapul. It takes us around 2 hours to reach Nayapul. From Nayapul we take our private transportation to Pokhara. On Pokhara, you can try adventure sports like the Bunjee Jump, Para Gliding or other water sports of your choice. Visiting Pubs and Clubs in Pokhara, we end our trek on this day.

Accommodation in Hotel

Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner Included.

Day 12: Pokhara to Kathmandu 

Today after grabbing our breakfast, we take a tourist bus back to Kathmandu or Fly to Kathmandu. The roads are the same yet you will have some spare time around the Thamel after reaching Kathmandu.

Accommodation in Hotel

Breakfast Lunch and Dinner Included.

Day13: Final departure day

On the 13th day, we end our trip with you dropping at the airport and seeing you goodbye and wising for a safe flight back home. 

Accommodation in Hotel

Breakfast Included.

INCLUDED

Cost Include for 2021/2022

√ Airport pick up and drop by  private vehicle 

√ Welcome dinner at typical Nepali Restaurant

√ Private Guided tour in Kathmandu Valley 

√ 3 Nights Hotel in Kathmandu with Breakfast

√ One night  hotel in Pokhara with Breakfast

√ One English Speaking Govt. License holder Trekking Guide

√ Trekking Permit and TIMS permit

√ Trekking Porters (2 clients = 1 Porter)

√ Breakfast/Lunch/Dinner with hot drinks during treks

√ Insurance for all staffs

√ First Aid Kit 

Not Included

Cost Exclude for 2021/2022

× International flight and Nepal Visa Fee

× Meals in Kathmandu and Pokhara except  Breakfast

× Personal expenses (Laundry, phone calls, dry foods, cold drinks, bar bills, etc)

× Temple/Monastery entrance fees

× Extra night of Accommodation and extra days of the trek

× Travel Insurance and rescue 

× Late arrival and late departure extra night

× Tip to Guide and Porters

 

Price:$1080

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