Khopra Danda (Ridge) Trek

Khopra Danda (Ridge) Trek

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Khopra Danda (Ridge) Trek

10 Days Starting and ending in Kathmandu 44600, Nepal

Visiting: Thamel, Lakeside Road, Ghandruk, Mulde Viewpoint, Chistibang Lodge, Khopra Community Lodge, Swanta Happy Valley Lodge, Tatopani Myagdi, Pokhara Lakeside, Kathmandu

Tour code:

001

Recommended For:

18-30 somethings, Couples, Family-Kids

Guide Type:

Fully Guided

Group size:

2 - 21

Physical rating:

Medium

Age range:

10-65

Special diets catered:

Meat, Vegetarians

Tour operated in:
English , French , German , Spanish
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Tour Overview

Even though Khopra Danda (ridge) Trek lies within the region where the world-famous Annapurna Circuit Trek and Annapurna Base Camp Trek lie; it is relatively underrated off the beaten trek. As this off the beaten trek officially opened in 2012 this trail has been slowly and steadily gaining its popularity and sometimes is also chosen as an inexpensive alternative to Annapurna Circuit and Annapurna Base Camp Trek. This trail especially has been gaining its popularity within the communities of short trekkers and hikers who are looking to have fun during shorter holidays and have as much adventure as other several longer trails are likely to provide. With only 3,637 meters at its highest altitude and Khayar Lake at 4,700 meters to its final destination this is one of the finest off the beaten routes one can get for trekking/hiking amongst family and friends as a group. Some also go for a solo trip on this route. As you leave behind the crowd of cities like Kathmandu and Pokhara and walk past the lush greeneries of Subtropical forest and Himalayan Tundra you’ll be greeted with a panoramic view of Mt. Annapurna, Mt. Dhaulagiri (both are above 8,000 meters) alongside 13 peaks above 7000 meters and 16 more peaks above 6,000 meters. This trail is for almost anybody with good health as this trek requires basic trekking experience whatsoever. Apart from that there is no need for outdoor camping as there eco community lodges with running hot water and family environment along the route. Apart from everything this route provides you with ample opportunities to see the indigenous Himalayan lifestyle and culture from real close in various places like Tikhedhunga, Ghorepani, Dobato, Swata,and Tatopani.

Highlights

  • Amazing view of more than 25 majestic Himalayan peaks like Annapurna, Manslu, Lamjung and Dhaulagiri

  • Trekking over Khopra Ridge

  • Mesmerizing sunrise view from Muldai viewpoint

  • Explore Khayer Lake

  • Kaligandaki George- The deepest George in the world

  • Traditional Gurung and Magar villages

  • Shower in natural hot water spring

Places You'll See

Khyar Lake

Khyar Lake

360 Mountain View

Suspension Bridge On The Way To Khopra Danda

Khayar Lake

Khopra Danda (Ridge) Trek

Khopra Danda

Khopra Danda Trek

Itinerary

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Day 1 : Arrival To Kathmandu And Overnight Stay In Kathmandu

Location: Thamel

Accommodation: Hotel, Lodge, Resort

Accommodation Name: Kathmandu

Meals Included: No Meals

The beautiful flight in Kathmandu and you already start to feel all that enthusiasm. Right after that, our airport representative will drive you to your hotel from the winding streets of Kathmandu. Later in the evening you can roam around the tourist hub in Thamel and buy some equipment for the trek. You’ll stay overnight at the hotel in Kathmandu.

Day 2 : Drive To Pokhara (6 Hour)/Fly To Pokhara (25M)

Location: Lakeside Road

Accommodation: Hostel, Hotel, Camp, Lodge, Resort, Homestay, Hotel

Accommodation Name: Pokhara

Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

The journey to Khopra Ridge trek begins here. Early morning take breakfast and drive to Pokhara. The road to Pokhara takes along Trishuli river and Marshyangdi river valley showing a great view of Mountain range from the coach. During the drive, you will witness local villagers lifestyle, organic farming and cultivation along the hilly countryside. You’ll have your lunch in the middle of the drive to Pokhara. After 6 hours of drive, you will reach Pokhara and visit some beautiful places around Pokhara for the rest of the day. You’ll stay overnight in a hotel in Pokhara.

Day 3 : Drive From Pokhara To Kimche And Trek To Ghandruk

Location: Ghandruk

Accommodation: Hotel, Lodge, Lodge, Hotel

Accommodation Name: Traditional Ghandruk Village

Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Have breakfast at beautiful lake city Pokhara being witness of mesmerising sunrise over mountains. After breakfast, you will take a jeep ride for Kimche which takes 2.5 hour. The drive through winding trail and hills be adventurous. Atfer drive, start trek to Ghandruk and finally up the day getting the beautiful traditional village Ghandruk. Stay overnight tea house being witness to sunset view of Mount fishtail and Himchuli.

Day 4 : Trek From Ghandruk To Dobato

Location: Mulde Viewpoint

Accommodation: Lodge, Lodge, Guest House, Tea house

Accommodation Name: Muldai View Point

Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Early morning have breakfast with sun shining mountains at your hotel and start trek to Dobato. The treks take you through the ridge line having a stunning view of Annapurna south massive towering above you and hear many waterfalls as the river races away into the steep sided valley far, far below. After, rest for a cup of tea at Meshar, the trails lead you through off the beaten path to open hill side at Isharu. Having rest at Isharu, our trek start for Dobato which is the nearest accommodation place for Muldhai view point trek. This day you will have most strenuous trek compares to other days during your trek.

Day 5 : Trek From Dobato To Sistiwang

Location: Chistibang Lodge

Accommodation: Lodge, Tea House

Accommodation Name: Sistiwang

Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

The trek is all about view. The view of sunrise from a top of Muldai view point were superb, the valley filled with clouds below and rays of the sun spill over the Mountain in all its glory.

When you stand a top of Muldai view point, you will see more than 20 mountains including Annapurna Range, Machhapuchhare, Himchuli, Nilgiri Barahashikhar along together in 360 degree view. That’s a lot for any short trek, even in Nepal.

After, sunrise view from a top of Muldai, we will continue Southdown a small steep descending trail towards Chistibang.
The trail on the ridges and the top of the hills from Dobato to Chistibung would be adventurous andmesmerizing.

Day 6 : Trek From Sistiwang To Khopradanda (Ridge)

Location: Khopra Community Lodge

Accommodation: Camp, Lodge, Community Tea House

Accommodation Name: Khopra Danda

Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

The day begins with breakfast and start the treks towards Khopra Danda (Ridge). You will pack your lunch and water due lack of tea house in mid-point due to scarcity of Water. On the way you might be able to get glimpses of Himalayan thar (goat) and Danfe (Pheasent) along with panoramic view of more than 25 majestic Himalayan peaks including Annapurna and Dhaulagiri Himalayan range.
The Khopra also provide views of Kaligandagi Gorge the deepest gorge in the wold.

Day 7 : Trek From Khopra To Swata

Location: Swanta Happy Valley Lodge

Accommodation: Hotel, Lodge, Lodge, Tea house

Accommodation Name: Swata Village

Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Wake Early morning for panoramic sunrise view of more than 25 majestic Himalayan peaks in the Annapurna and Dhaulagiri mountain range. After, breakfast you have a option to hike Khayer Lake (4700 m). The hike to Khayer lake will be very mesmerising as well as strenuous in very ways. The Hindu consider hayer lake is Holy Lake and belive that you can attain Nirvana by taking a dip into it. It takes one more extra day to hike Khayer Lake.
Today, you will leave amazing Khopra Ridge after breakfast and descend to Swata. You will walk over the ridges on hills with panoramic Himalayan scenery round you. Finally, you will reach to Swata which is known for community cheese factory. You can explore swat village and taste cheese and local food. Stay overnight at tea house.

Day 8 : Trek From Swata To Tatopani

Location: Tatopani Myagdi

Accommodation: Hostel, Hotel, Lodge, Resort, Homestay, Hote, Guest House

Accommodation Name: Tatopani

Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

After, breakfast at Swata, you wil leave for our final destination Natural hot bath spot Tatopani. After several hours of trek you will reach chitre, and you will lunch to Chitre. Having lunch and rest of later start trek descend to Tatopani. Finally, at Tatopani you will take rest and ease your tried muscles at natural hot spring bath. over night at hotel.

Day 9 : Drive To Pokhara From Tatopani

Location: Pokhara Lakeside

Accommodation: Hostel, Hotel, Lodge, Resort, Hotel

Accommodation Name: Pokhara

Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner, Pokhara

After breakfast we drive to Pokhara. evening enjoy at Lake side of Pokhara. Overnight in Pokhara

Day 10 : Drive To Kathmandu

Location: Kathmandu

Accommodation: Hostel, Hotel, Lodge, Resort, Homestay, Hotel

Accommodation Name: Kathmandu

It’s time to farewell to Nepal. Enjoy your moments in Kathmandu with shopping souvenir and have a farewell dinner with your Guide and company representative with your trip analysis.

What's Included

  • Accommodation

  • Airport Transfers at Destination

  • All Domestic Transportation (including internal flights)

  • Entrance Fees

  • Fully Guided

    Highly experienced English-speaking Government Registered trekking guide and porter to carry luggage (1 porter for 2 trekkers)

  • Local Taxes

  • Meals – Full Board

    Meals: (Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner) in Mountain

What's Not Included

  • Drinks with Meals

  • Tipping and Gratuities

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  • Is the tour coach air conditioned?

    We will provide you the air-conditioned transportation from Kathmandu to Pokhara and back from Pokhara.

  • Are vaccinations required for this tour?

    Vaccinations are not mandatory for this trek.

  • What happens if a group doesn’t make its minimum required number of passengers?

    We will run the trip for any number of travellers.

  • Can you assist with pre or post tour accommodation?

    We would love to assist pre- or post-tour accommodation on your wish.

  • Do you require a visa for this holiday?

    We need the visa to run the trek. But in terms of Indian Citizenship we don't need visa.

  • Are flights included in this tour?

    Flights is not included in this tour. You can add the flight from kathmandu to Pokhara and Pokhara to Kathmandu. You will have to pay additional cost for flight.

  • What currencies are required for this tour?

    We accept every currency but we equivalent

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