Khopra Danda Trek
Trip Duration
12 Days
Group Sizes
2-16 People
Transportation
Flight, Bus
Destination
Nepal
Max. Altitude
3,640m
Activities
Difficulty
Easy
Meals
Accommodation
A little-known treasure in Nepal’s Annapurna area is the Khopra Danda Trek. It provides an abundance of cultural experiences along with scenic natural beauty. The Annapurna Khayer Lake Trek and the Khopra Ridge Trek are other names for the Khopra Danda hiking journey. This getaway comprises a tranquil trekking excursion off the beaten route.
The 12-day Khopra Danda Trek is suitable for people who are thinking of starting their journey for the first time with their friends, families, or solo. Moreover, this journey provides adventurers with a less crowded path to escape the bustling life of the city and dive into a whole new, quieter world, spoiling you with heavenly nature beauties.
You will be strolling through picturesque green hills and lovely villages, enjoying the beautiful landscape of nature such as smooth-flowing rivers, rhododendron forests, and waterfalls, while getting a glimpse into the local lifestyle of people living in the mountain region for a long time in this 12-day Khopra Danda Trek.
This adventurous 12-day tour begins with a breathtaking drive from Nepal’s capital, Kathmandu, to Pokhara, one of the most beautiful cities in the Lakes of Nepal. Pokhara is also known as the entryway to Nepal’s Annapurna area.
From Pokhara, you’ll be driven to Nayapul, where you start your walking journey to the Tikhedhunga, which is at a height of 1540 meters above ocean level. Following the next day, you will trek to Ghorepani from Tikhedhunga. You will enjoy the appealing hospitality and traditional Nepalese dishes from the Gurung people at Ghandruk.
You would also get the chance to view the beautiful sunrise over the Himalayas at Poon Hill from an altitude of 3210 meters. You’ll get to experience the different cultures and lifestyles of various communities like Magar, Tamang, Gurung, Chhetri, etc. when you stay overnight at villages such as Tikhedhunga, Ghorepani, Tadapani, Dobato, Khopra Ridge, and Swanta in this 12-day Khopra Danda Trek.
You can see the Earth’s deepest gorge, Kali Gandaki George, from the distance when you are at Khopra Danda. When you are exploring the Khopra Ridge on the eighth day of the 12-day Khopra Danda Trek, you will be trekking to Khayer Lake, which is a holy site of Nepal situated at 4620 meters high.
In this Khopra Danda Trek, you can see the amazing vistas of numerous majestic snow-capped mountains like Nilgiri Himal (7,061 m), Annapurna I (8,091 m), Annapurna II (7,937 m), Annapurna III (7,555 m), Gurja Himal (7,193 m), Machhapuchhre (6,999 m), Dhampus Peak (6,012 m), Tukuche Peak (6,920 m), and many others, which are very enjoyable and memorable to watch.
This thrilling 12-day Khopra Danda Trek journey can be visited all around the year, but the best time is in the fall (autumn) and spring seasons. So, don’t miss this untouched place full of natural beauty with peaceful trails that will truly be one of the most remarkable journeys of your life. This trip will kickstart your hiking journey if you haven’t done so yet.
After arriving at Nepal’s International Airport in Kathmandu, your first day of the 12-day Khopra Danda Trek begins officially. Our office staff would be at the airport to find you and receive you with a warm welcome.
Then, you will be transported to a 3-star hotel in Kathmandu in the Thamel area, which is also a popular tourist destination spot where you can see comfortable accommodation with all the required facilities. Afterward, you can check into your room and explore the streets of Thamel in the late afternoon.
We will also offer you a delicious welcome dinner of special Nepalese traditional dishes at a typical restaurant. You will be filled with all the information about this journey that will make your traveling experience even better. Tonight, you stay the night here in Kathmandu city.
Today is the second day of your 12-day Khopra Danda Trek, which will be thrilling and enjoyable. You get up early and prepare for the 6-7-hour scenic bus travel to Pokhara City. You can also fly to Pokhara, but you would have to pay for your ticket.
We’ll reach the bus station on time, as we’ve already booked your bus seats. The bus will drive on the road of the Prithvi Highway towards Pokhara. We’ll be traveling by following the Marsyangdi Khola and Trisuli Khola Rivers. You will see the wonderful views of hills, small villages, and rice fields on this bus journey.
After reaching Pokhara, we will stay in the 3-star hotel in the lakeside area of Pokhara so that you can explore this lakeside area or go boating and enjoy a serene environment during the late afternoon. You will stay overnight here in Pokhara, enjoying the nightlife here.
We are driving to Nayapul from Pokhara on this 3rd day of the 12-day Khopra Danda Trek after having breakfast in the hotel in a private vehicle. This short drive will take approximately one and a half hours to reach Nayapul driving through Lumle Village.
We commence our walk from this place to Tikhedhunga, where we stay for the night in a teahouse. After walking along the Modi Khola River for fifteen to twenty minutes, we will arrive at Birethanti. We keep walking, following the Bhurungdi River.
Then, we’ll get to Hile and take a short climb to Tikhedhunga. We’ll have to walk a total of around four to five hours to reach this village. Then, we look into our lodge and rest. We will stay here for tonight and prepare for the following day’s trekking to Ghorepani.
We are trekking to one of the beautiful villages of Nepal’s Annapurna region, Ghorepani, on this fourth day of the 12-day Khopra Danda Trek. We will start our journey after eating a hearty breakfast in the teahouse, where we spend overnight. We will cross the hanging bridge and climb up around thirty-five hundred steps to Ulleri.
We’ll be walking past lovely oak and rhododendron forests, which add a scenic and serene atmosphere while hiking. We eat our lunch when we reach Nangethani village and have a few minutes to rest to recharge our bodies with full energy. Afterward, we continue our hike to Ghorepani.
We’ll have covered thirteen kilometers from Tikhedhunga walking for five to six hours to reach Ghorepani Village. You can see mountains such as Hiunchuli, Annapurna South, Dhaulagiri, and others nestling in this beautiful village. We settle here tonight and go to bed early so we can wake up early the next day to catch the sunrise at Poon Hill.
This is the fifth day of your 12-day Khopra Danda Trek itinerary, in which we are going to awake very early in the daybreak so that we don’t miss the beautiful sunrise in Poon Hill. After walking one to two hours from Ghorepani, we will finally reach Poon Hill, which is situated at an altitude of 3,210 meters.
A Poon Hill viewpoint has an amazing view of the peak angles of the Himalayan Range from all sides with a truly stunning 360-degree view. The first one is a light hike we do early in the morning to Ghorepani where we have a delightful breakfast. After that, we’ll embark on our trip to Tadapani Village.
To get to Tadapani, we will travel through breathtaking nature and mountain pine forests. The quiet village of Tadapani is a great place to rest and reflect on your trip that day. This Khopra Danda Trek itinerary includes a one-night stay in this peaceful place.
Our today’s Khopra Danda Trek adventurous journey will take us to Dobato from the Tadapani Village. We’ll hike through charming rhododendron jungles and alpine pasturelands. After walking for five to six hours, we will eventually reach Dobato, which is situated at a height of 3420 meters.
You will be walking on a quieter trail compared to other trails on the way. When you are at Dobato, you will feel the peaceful vibe offering a serene mountain environment. We will settle here for the night and rest for tomorrow’s highlight trekking to the Khopra Ridge.
On this seventh day of the 12-day Khopra Danda Trek, we are finally healing towards the Khopra Ridge, a high ridge that lies at an elevation of 3660 meters. We’ll begin our hiking journey after eating a tasty breakfast. If you are lucky enough, you can spot Danfe pheasants and Himalayan Tahr while trekking.
We’ll reach Khopra Ridge after walking for about five to six hours. Khopra Ridge is one of the perfect viewpoints to see and enjoy the unobstructed views of Dhaulagiri, Tukuche Peak, Nilgiri, Dhampus Peak, and the Annapurna massif, as well as a view of Sikha village below. This spot is the pinnacle spot of this whole trekking journey.
You can take in the mind-boggling views of the nearby mountains and landscapes. The Kali Gandaki Gorge is another breathtaking sight to behold from Khopra Ridge. For memory, you can take pictures and record videos. After spending the night here, we will explore this amazing location the following day.
We are going to spend our eighth day of the 12-day Khopra Danda Trek journey exploring the Khopra Ridge. We will wake up at early daybreak to catch the stunning sunrise over the snow-capped Himalayas of Annapurna South, Himchuli, Dhaulagiri, and other majestic mountains and soak in the beauty of such rare moments.
Afterward, we will have our morning meal, enjoying the gorgeous landscapes in the Khopra Danda. Then, we’ll set off on an adventurous hike to Khayer Lake, a sacred lake located at a height of 4660 meters (15,289 feet). This is a long day of 13-kilometer trekking of seven to eight hours round trip to reach Khayer Lake from Khopra Danda.
This holy lake is significantly crucial for Buddhists and Hindus who believe dipping in the lake purifies and cleanses the sins of humans. We’ll also visit the Khair Barahi temple at this lake. You can also choose a shorter and easier hike to Thanti, which is a shelter for yak herders and offers mesmerizing views instead of Khayer Lake.
After exploring Khayer Lake, we’ll head back to the lodge at Khopra Ridge. Although this is a long journey, the beautiful scenery and memories are all worth it and you will carry them for your whole lifetime. We spend the night here and rest well.
This is our final day at Khopra Ridge, and we are heading to Swanta Village after the mouth-devouring breakfast on this Khopra Danda Trek journey. Then, we will start our downhill trek to Swanta village, which has steep trails. We will descend from Khopra Danda to Upper Chistibung with an hour-long walk.
We’ll reach Swanta Village after hiking for six to seven hours. Swanta village is a Magar village surrounded by fields of potatoes and rice. You can experience traditional culture and cordial hospitality. We stay here for the night, and tomorrow we will return to Pokhara.
We’ll immediately leave this charming village, Swanta, after eating the morning meal. We’ll head to Nayapul, where our hiking journey began. This will be the place where our hiking journey will come to an end.
After walking for four to five hours, we’ll arrive at Nayapul, where we’ll eat our lunch. Then, we take a private Jeep and drive back to Pokhara. It will take only one and a half hours to drive to Pokhara. Then, you take a rest at the 3-star hotel. If you like, you can stroll and explore the Pokhara city in the late afternoon.
We can get up early to visit various places in Pokhara before returning to Kathmandu. In addition, we may visit Sarangkot to see the gorgeous sunrise. We can also paddle in the boat and explore the Tal Barahi temple.
Similarly, we can go to famous tourist places like Gupteshwar Cave, Bindabasini Temple, Bat Cave, Davis Falls, and Mahendra Gufa (Cave). Then, we will catch our bus to Kathmandu, which will take six to seven hours of driving along the Prithvi Highway.
After reaching Kathmandu, you can wake up and unwind. Then in the evening, we will throw you a farewell dinner party and have a great time. You can give us your opinions and feedback about our services and improvement areas. This will be the last night in Kathmandu City and your 12-day Khopra Danda Trek journey concludes.
Today is your last day in Nepal on this Khopra Danda Trek excursion. We’ll be waiting for you at your hotel lobby to drive you back to the airport before two to three hours of your flight schedule.
If your flight is in the afternoon or evening, you can also explore Kathmandu City by visiting popular destinations like Basantapur, Patan Durbar Square, Hanuman Dhoka, Garden of Dreams, and many more. We hope your time with us is pretty enjoyable and memorable and wish you a safe flight.
1050 US$
Khopra Danda Trek is suitable in all the months of the year, but each month and season offers a different, unique experience. The ideal time to visit Khopra Ridge is in both the spring and autumn seasons due to the stable weather and clear blue skies, which offer enjoyable Himalayan views.
Additionally, rhododendron forests blossom beautifully, and it is the time of major festivity in Nepal in the spring season. But if you are planning for Khopra Danda Trek in monsoon season, it is a bad idea due to poor trail conditions and slippery paths, and you will encounter leeches sticking in your body.
Moreover, it is also not favorable to travel to Khopra Ridge in the winter season due to heavy snowfall and cold freezing temperatures. There are many snow blockages on the trails, which makes it very difficult for hiking in this winter time in Nepal.
You have to travel 200 kilometers from Kathmandu City to reach Pokhara. From Dobato, it is only 6.5 kilometers away to reach Khopra Danda. Similarly, you have to walk 13 kilometers to reach the sacred Khayer Lake on a round trip.
You will be at an elevation of 3210 meters when you reach Poon Hill to watch the beautiful sunrise. The highest elevation of this Khopra Danda Trek will be the holy Khayer Lake, which is 4660 meters (15,289 feet) high above sea level. The second highest elevation of this journey is at Khopra Ridge, which is 3660 meters (12,008 feet) high above sea level.
You will ascend about 400 to 500 meters per day, so it is less likely that you will suffer from altitude sickness. Your body will adjust quickly in lesser altitudes, so you can complete this hiking journey easily in comparison to other classic trekking routes in Nepal.
Khopra Danda Trek’s 12-day journey is a moderately difficult hike that is suited for trekkers, both novices and those who have prior experience. This trekking involves gradual climbs and descents across multiple ridges, which need an average of 4 to 5 hours of trekking time daily.
During your trek to Khayer Lake, you need to ascend about 4660 meters above sea level, which could be challenging and hard compared to the rest of the trekking days in your 12-day journey.
There are only 2 high points on this trek, which are Khopra Danda at 3,660 meters and Khayer Lake at 4,660 meters, so the risk of altitude sickness is low. However, altitude sickness can start above 3000 meters; hence, you must be aware of the early symptoms to prevent further risks and health hazards.
Although this trek can be done by beginners, however, you still need to be in decent physical shape. You need to come prepared before embarking on this trek so that your body can handle any sort of obstacles and challenges while you trek.
You can start doing some physical and cardio exercises before one to two months to get ready for the hiking experience.
In this Khopra Danda Trek journey of 12 days, you need to walk an average of four to five hours per day regularly when you start your trekking journey from Nayapul. The minimum walk per day will be on the third day when you walk from Nayapul to Tikhedhunga, which will be four to five hours.
The maximum walk per day will be seven to eight hours when you hike to sacred Khayer Lake from Khopra Danda on the eighth day of the itinerary. The second maximum hike per day of six to seven hours will be on the ninth day when you descend from Khopra Ridge to Swanta Village.
During the Khopra Danda Trek, you’ll lodge in a three-star hotel in Pokhara and Kathmandu. Similarly, you must stay in lodges or tea houses while trekking. These locations provide basic amenities such as twin beds, blankets, and communal toilets. If you want a hot shower, you must pay an additional fee.
In terms of food, these teahouses and lodges serve both non-vegetarian and vegetarian dishes to the visitors. The most common dishes these places serve are Daal Bhat Tarkari, noodles, soups, loaves of bread, momos, eggs, pancakes, chapati, and so on. You will also get filtered and boiled water at every teahouse.
However, you can use your purifying tablets in the water for further safety regarding your health. In the drinks, there are tea, coffee, herbal infusions, cold drinks, alcohol, and beers available. But we urge you to drink only water during trekking to avoid any problems related to your health.
If you are embarking on a journey in the Annapurna Region of Nepal, including the Khopra Danda Trek, you must get two permits so that you can continue your trek to your destination. The following are the two permits that you must get:
After arriving in Nepal, you will be met at the airport and brought to your 3-star accommodation in a private vehicle. The next day, you will travel to Pokhara aboard a comfortable tourist bus from Kathmandu. You can also choose to fly, but it will cost you more money than the services we give.
Similarly, on the third and tenth days, you will travel by private jeep from Pokhara to Nayapul and vice versa. On your return journey, you will ride in a tourist bus to Kathmandu. Finally, on the final day, we will transport you off at the airport, capping up your journey in Nepal by private vehicle.
Travel insurance comes with handling the unexpected and emergencies that may happen either during your trip. Because there aren’t many healthcare alternatives in the far-off zones of the Khopra Danda journey, it becomes important to have health insurance that comes with medical evacuation and treatment.
In addition, you can buy insurance to cover lost passports, stolen cameras, and hiking gear damaged in accidents.
The Khopra Danda Trek, being less crowded, will thus allow you to be part of the peaceful and serene side of the Himalayas, where you can enjoy the best mountain experience. The climb begins with a lovely journey from Kathmandu to Pokhara, which is then followed by a stop at Nayapul, where the real challenge begins.
You will be surrounded by green hills, quaint villages, and stunning heavenly views. You will be spoiled by the splendor of full-color rhododendron trees, allowing you to rest in nature.
Stops along the way include traditional villages like Tikhedhunga, Ghorepani, and Tadapani, where you may experience the customs and kind hospitality of the Gurung, Magar, and other locals.
In addition, if you visit Poon Hill, you may witness the sunrise above the Himalayas, the world’s tallest mountain range. You may take in the breathtaking view of the mountain ranges in the sky, including Machhapuchhre and Annapurna when you arrive at Khopra Ridge.
A meaningful trip to the sacred Khayer Lake, perched at 4620 meters above sea level, will be an addition to the already pleasure-seeking journey. More specifically, you can expect a mind-blowing and once-in-a-lifetime trek that will forever shift your worldview of nature. Not everyone is the best of hikers. Still, every visitor is sure to have a life-altering adventure.
You will gain between 400 to 500 meters of altitude per day on the Khopra Danda hike. Our goal is to avoid altitude sickness; therefore, we keep it below 500 meters.
The 1st day finds you in Kathmandu where you check into a 3-star hotel. You will have a fiery welcome, a delightful dinner, and an informative meeting about the trek. A visit to the vibrant Thamel can be fun.
Yes, children can trek to Khopra Danda. The route offers a manageable level of adventure for kids and is also suitable for older trekkers.
No, previous trekking experience isn’t required. However, having done day hikes can be beneficial and make the trek easier.
Compared to steeper climbs, the Khopra Danda trek has a lower risk of altitude sickness due to its highest point being 3,660 meters. Even though you may experience some variations in air pressure, any possible problems will be minimized if you stay hydrated.
1050 US$
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