Khopra Ridge Community Trek
Over View
Khopra Ridge Trek starts from Ghandruk, the typical Gurung village where you can interact with the local people and witness the traditional life of residents. The walk entertains you with the alpine pastures, meadows and rhododendron forests. Khopra Ridge lies away from busy Annapurna region trek but equally remarkable due to its fascinating mountain view.
Finally, after a long walk, you will climb over the Khopra ridge at 3,640m breathing a long and relaxing trek while enjoying the surprising view of snow capped mountains – Mt.Dhaulagiri (8167m), Mt.Annapurna (8091m), and Mt.Machhapuchhre (6997m). The trail continues towards an exploration hike to the holy Khaire Lake (4600m), the highest point of the trek, for the most remarkable views of peaks and fascinating landscapes.The 13 days trip is suitable for those who wish to enjoy the view of magnificent Himalayas along with unique heritage,culture,local villages and their life style.
Details Itinerary
Day 1 : Arrival in Kathmandu
After arriving in Kathmandu, a representative from Himalayan Encyclopedia will pick you up from the airport and take you to the hotel. In the afternoon, we may take a rest or visit Himalayan Encyclopedia’s office. In the evening, there will be a welcome dinner hosted by Himalayan Encyclopedia. For dinner, you will be served authentic Nepalese cuisine . Overnight in Kathmandu.
Maximum Altitude :1350m/4429ft
Accommodation : Hotel
Meals : Dinner
Day 2: Sightseeing in Kathmandu
Maximum Altitude :1350m/4429ft
Meals :Breakfast
Day 3 :Drive to Pokhara
In the morning about 7 Am we will leave to Pokhara from the tourist buspark. It will take about 6-7 hours to reach Pokhara,the city of mountain and lakes.On the way to your journey to Pokhara you will see beautiful landscape with terrace field,barley field along the Trishuli river.We reach to Pokhara in the afternoon.We can take rest or explore the Pokhara city.
Maximum Altitude :827m/2713ft
Travel Distance: 200 km
Accommodation : Hotel
Meals :Breakfast
Day4: Drive to Syaulibazar and trek to Ghandruk
After having breakfast,we capture magnificent view of Dhaulagiri,five peak of Annapurna massif,Tukuche,Nilgiri and we drive to Syaulibazar. This village is famous Gurkha regiment and main centre of Annapurna Conservation Project.Accordingly famous for production of orange,rice and wheat and potatoes.
Ghandruk is popular mountain village inhabited by Gurung community.From here spectacular panorama view of Annapurna massif,Hiunchuli and Fishtail can be seen.There are so many local handicraft shop and Gurung Museum too,If time permits we can visit the museum too.Overnight in Ghandruk.
Maximum Altitude :1940m/6365ft
Driving: 2 hrs
Hiking: 3 hrs
Accommodation : Tea House/Hotel
Meals :Breakfast,Lunch and Dinner
Day 5:Ghandruk to Tadapani :
After taking astonishing view of Mountain we hike towards Tadapani. We continue descend through rhododendron forest. Rhodendron is a national flower of Nepal.We we reach Tadapani we will have amazing view of Annapurna massif,Fishtai,Hiuchuli. Overnight in Tadapani.
Maximum Altitude :2700m/8859ft
Hiking:3-4 hrs
Accommodation : Tea house/Hotel
Meals :Breakfast,Lunch and Dinner
Day 6: Tadapani to Dobato
We start trek towards Dobato. We leave the main trail and walk through narrow small trail which reach remote Annapurna region.Today's trek,we get diverse flora and fauna along with excellent view of Dhaulagiri and Annapurna South.Overnight in Dobato
Maximum Altitude :3350m/10991ft
Hiking:4-5 hrs
Accommodation : Tea house/Hotel
Meals :Breakfast,Lunch and Dinner
Day 7: Dobato to Upper Chistibung
We descend through beautiful forest to reach the pasturtes of lower Chistibung.We gradually ascend to Upper Chistibung.Here sometimes we spot Himalyan Thar and Danphe pheasant which the national bird of Nepal.Overnight in Upper Chistibung.
Maximum Altitude :2975m/9761ft
Hiking: 4-5 hrs
Accommodation : Tea House/Hotel
Meals :Breakfast,Lunch and Dinner
Day 8: Trek to Khopra Ridge
After having breakfast we start our trek to Khopra Ridge.To reach steadily climb tree line and alpine pastures.From Khopra Ridge we see the beautiful view of Annapurna South.When we reach khopra ridge we walk little further to see the kali gandaki river in the deep valley.Accordingly we can see panoramic view of Mount Dhaulagiri,Annapurna south.Overnight in Khopra.
Maximum Altitude :3660m/12008ft
Hiking: 3-4 hrs
Accommodation : Tea House/Hotel
Meals :Breakfast,Lunch and Dinner
Day 9: Rest day in Khopra Ridge:Tour of Khaire Lake
Early morning we start trek to Khaire lake.From here we can see panoramic view of Fang(Bara Singha) and other mountains.The Lake is considered as a sacred lake by Hindus and Buddhist.It is beveled that bathing in this lake can be attain Nirvana.If we do not want to walk all the way to lake,alternative plan can be made.Overnight in Khopra Ridge.
Maximum Altitude :4500m/14765ft
Hiking: 5-6 hrs
Accommodation : Tea house/Hotel
Meals :Breakfast,Lunch and Dinner
Day 10 :Trek to Swanta Village
From Khopra Ridge we descend we continue downhill.We will get magnificent view of Dhaulagiri(8167m),our trail continues through terraced farm and traditional local houses.Overnight in Swanta Village.
Maximum Altitude :2200m/7218ft
Hiking: 5-6 hrs
Accommodation :Tea House/ Hotel
Meals :Breakfast,Lunch and Dinner
Day 11: Trek to Ulleri
Our trail descend through local village with terraced farm and some small river.We cross the suspension bridge and heading up Chitre which links the Ghorepani trail.When we reach to Ghorepani,a very popular place in Annapurna region,we descend through rhododendron forest to reach Ulleri. From Ulleri we will have excellent view of Mountain Annapurna South,Fishtail and Hiunchuli. Overnight in Ulleri.
Maximum Altitude :2050m/6726ft
Hiking: 5-6 hrs
Accommodation :Tea House/ Hotel
Meals :Breakfast,Lunch and Dinner
Day 12: Trek to Nayapul and drive to Pokhara
Early morning we will have amazing view of Mountain vista.On our way to Nayapul we get enjoy amazing landscape,terraced farm,local villages and their life style.Our trail continue steep descend till Tikhedhunga.From Tikhedhunga,we walk flat rough road along Modi river.From Nayapul we take vehicles to reach Pokhara. Overnight in Pokhara.
Maximum Altitude :827m/2713ft
Hiking: 5-6 hrs
Driving: 2 hours
Accommodation :Tea house/ Hotel
Meals :Breakfast and Lunch
Day 13: Drive to Kathmandu
We take tourist bus to Kathmandu with same route which takes 6-7 hours to arrive in Kathmandu. We once again see the natural beauty on the way to Kathmandu. Overnight in Kathmandu
Maximum Altitude :1350m/4429ft
Travel Distance: 200 km
Meals :Breakfast
Day 14: Final Departure
Our journey to Nepal comes to end.A representative from Himalayan Encyclopedia will come to drop off in the airport before 3 hours to the scheduled flight. It was wonderful memory and pleasure to serve our valued customer in Himalayan Encyclopedia Treks.On the way to home, we have plenty of time to plan our next adventure in the beautiful country of Nepal.
Trek Package Cost Includes
- Airport transfers - pick up and drop upon arrival and departure
- Full board basis on the way of trekking- Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner -3 meals per day and overnight accommodation at tea house lodge.
- Transportation- to and from starting and ending point.
- Necessary trekking permit, conservation and TIMS fee.
- Supporting staffs (trekking guide and porter), as well as their necessary insurance, and accommodation meals allowance and salary
- 2- Nights accommodation in Kathmandu and 1-nights Pokhara in BB basis before and after the trek.
- Domestic airfare, airport tax, overland bus fare for (Kathmandu- Pokhara – Kathmandu) before and after the trek as you wish to have in your package.
- Comprehensive First aid kit pack for the trekking.
Trek Package Cost Excludes
- Hotel in Kathmandu and Pokhara if extra days stay.
- Food (Lunch & Dinner) before and after the trip in Kathmandu and Pokhara.
- Personal expenses such as laundry, telephone calls, alcoholic beverages, bottled drinks (including cold drinks and mineral/hot water/ hot drinks/shower tea-coffee, chocolate hot drinks) etc.
- Travel insurance and emergency evacuation cost.
- Additional costs- extra days stay, incase of flight cancellation due to the natural calamities, bad weather forecast and other unforeseen circumstances
- Personal trekking gear for the trek.
- Tips for Guide and Porters.
