Khopra Danda Trekking

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Khopra Danda Trekking

12 Days Starting and ending in Kathmandu

Visiting: Kathmandu, Pokhara, Ghandruk, Tadapani, Bayeli Kharka, Khopra Ridge, Kopra, Swanta, Ghode Pani

Tour operator:

Sherpa Expedition & Trekking

Recommended For:

18-30 somethings

Guide Type:

Fully Guided

Group size:

1 - 15

Physical rating:

Moderate

Age range:

0-99

Special diets catered:

Vegetarians, Vegans, Kosher

Tour operated in:

English

From: $1050 $1000 Travel Club discount: -$50

NB: Prices correct on 19-Sep-2024 but subject to change.

Tour Overview

Khopra Danda Trek is One of the rarer trails of the Annapurna region with equally magnificent views of the high Himalayas peaks. The Khopra Ridge Khayer lake trek is one of the lesser-crowded treks through the Annapurna but which still Splendid views of the giants: Mt. Dhaulagiri (8,167m) (Seventh highest peak in the world), mt. Nilgiri (7,061m), Bhara Shikhar (7,647m), Annapurna I (8091m), Mt. Fishtail (6,997m), and other Himalayan peaks. This trek explores the Khayar Lake, considered sacred by Hindus religion, high pastures, and a temporary herder’s settlement winds its way through colorful rhododendron forests and through Tibetan-Tamang, Gurung and Magar village. This trek is reached by a steady climb through alpine meadows and pastures and provides an excellent viewpoint overlooking the Kali Gandaki River very far below in the world’s deepest gorge. From Khopra Ridge, the Himalayans are a panorama of shimmering snow and ice. Just only long walking day (and which can be, and with a panorama on the ridge to rival any viewpoint in the Himalayas, Khopra ridge trek is a great way to experience the beauty of the high Himalaya landscape and Annapurna mountains ranges in a more tranquil and solitude manner. If you're feeling up for it, option for the day hike to Khayer Lake: Hindus believe that dipping into the water here will help you achieve Nirvana. You'll also bookend your trek in Nepal's Kathmandu, and the lakeside city of Pokhara, home to the stunning Phewa Lake. This standard Khopra Danda aKhayer Lake Trek is an 12-day program. However, depending upon your time availability we can extend it to more days and even curtail it to 8-16 days if you are scarce of time. Please contact us if you need a custom itinerary if this standard program does not fit your vacation.

Highlights

Enjoy Panoramic sunrise over Dhaulagiri and the Annapurnas
Stay at a teahouse with one of Nepal's best panoramic views
Trek to sacred Khayer Lake at the foot of Annapurna South
pretty villages and farmland at Ghandruk
Trip on off beaten rarely trails

Places You'll See

Khopra Danda Trekking

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Day 1 : Arrival In Kathmandu (1,350M) & Transfer To Hotel.

Location: Kathmandu

Accommodation: Hotel

Meals Included: Dinner

As you arrive at Kathmandu Airport (Tribhuvan International Airport), finish your custom formalities (visa, etc.), and get to the airport waiting terminal, you will find Sherpa Expedition and Trekking representative waiting to greet you. He/she will be holding Sherpa Expedition and Trekking signboard. You will be then transferred to your hotel in our private tourist vehicle. You can either rest in your hotel or you can do shopping for a trek around Thamel.

Day 2 : Drive From Kathmandu To Pokhara (850M) Duration: 6-7 Hours.

Location: Pokhara

Accommodation: Hotel

Meals Included: Breakfast

After breakfast, we drive to Pokhara from Kathmandu. Today driving is adventurous and pleasant as it winds down hugging the mountainside through terraced fields. Following the side of Trishuli River, Riverside all the way up to Mugling where Trishuli River confluences with the Marshyangdi River. After crossing a bridge over Marshyangdi River we head further west to Pokhara. If we are on the right pane of your vehicle the journey today provides great opportunities to view cultivated terraced fields, rivers, streams, green valleys, rocky gorges, farmlands, and typical rural life of Nepal. We take a lunch break in a restaurant along the way. We will arrival in Pokhara, the naturally beautiful city with many crystal beautiful lakes We will spend our night at Pokhara.

Day 3 : Drive From Pokhara To Nayapul & Trek To Ghandruk (1940M) Duration: 6-7 Hours.

Location: Ghandruk

Accommodation: Hotel

Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

After breakfast we will drive from Pokhara to Napapul then trek to off-road through a small village,syauli Bazar and Kimche, Then we climb up steps and continue to walk to the beautiful Gurung village of Ghandruk, a village with vibrant Gurung museum, Buddhist monasteries and houses made of slate and stones. With magnificent mountain views and rich in Gurung traditions. We will stay in Ghandruk at the teahouse.

Day 4 : Trek From Ghandruk To Tadapani (2675M) Duration: 3-4 Hours.

Location: Tadapani

Accommodation: Hotel

Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

After breakfast, We leave the Gurung village of Ghandruk behind and we trek through rhododendron and oak forest. Ghandruk to Tadapani between there are no villages on this trail, but there are a few teahouses at the place called Baisi Kharkha (Buffalo Grassing place) to rest. We will see awe-inspiring views of Mt. Machhapuchhare (6993m), Mt. Annapurna II (7937m), Mt. Annapurna III (7555m), and other Himalayas peaks along our way.

Day 5 : Trek From Tadapani To Bayeli Kharka (3450M) Duration 5-6 Hours.

Location: Bayeli Kharka

Accommodation: Hotel

Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Leaving Tadapani we trek the fOne and half hours through the forest of rhododendrons and Primula. After that 4 hours of the gradual climb, we reach above the timberline with stunning views of the Annapurna ranges. Then after, we will stop for lunch my streams and continue through the through open countryside to arrive a small pass from here the path descends through rhododendron forest to a clearing known as Bayli Kharka, and the lodge. From this village, we can enjoy magnificent views of Mt. Dhaulagiri, which is the seventh highest mountain in the world.

Day 6 : Trek From Bayli Kharka To Khopra Danda (Ridge) (3660M) Duration: 5-6 Hours.

Location: Khopra Ridge

Accommodation: Hotel

Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

After breakfast, we will trek down through forests to reach the pastures of Chistibang Village. From there we trek for around two hours to climb above the timberlines to reach the ridge at Kopra, We might get to see Himalayan tahr and Danfe pheasant on the trail. Top of this village we will see amazing views on all sides of Mt.Dhaulagiri, Damphus Peak, Tukuche Peak, Nilgiri, Mt. Annapurna 1, Mt. Annapurna South and deep down Sikha. We will spend our night at Khopra Ridge.

Day 7 : Hike From Khopra Danda To Khayer Lake (4,600M) & Return To Khopra Danda; Duration: 6-7 Hours.

Location: Kopra

Accommodation: Hotel

Meals Included: Lunch, Breakfast, Dinner

After breakfast, we will hike to Khayer Lake, It can be the best morning of your life, trekking up to marvel the sun rising from Annapurna peaks to the east and its beams striking the Mount Dhaulagiri to the west. We trek up on the steep slope of the mighty Annapurna Himalayans range itself to reach Khayer Lake. The pristine Khayer lake sits in the lap of Mt. Annapurna South (7,219) making it a breathtaking view to witness. After spending some time the beauty and taking gigabytes of snaps we trek down to Khopra ridge.

Day 8 : Trek From Khopra Ridge To Swanta (2214M) Duration: 4-5 Hours.

Location: Swanta

Accommodation: Hotel

Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

After visiting Khayer Lake, we will trek down a trail to reach the nice little village Swanta, with incredibly friendly people, it is also also the community cheese factory. Where not many other tourists come. We can explore the place as well as taste cheese. We will spend our night at Swanta.

Day 9 : Trek From Swanta To Ghorepani (2880M) Duration: 5-6 Hours.

Location: Ghode Pani

Accommodation: Hotel

Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

After breakfast, We will trek down through the village fields to a small river then will cross the suspension bridge and head upwards to the village of Chittre, where will join the main trekking trail. Then after we climb up to reach the Ghorepani .we will enjoy seeing great views of theMt. Dhaulagiri, Mt. Machhapuchhre massif and a well-earned rest. We will spend our night at Ghorepani.

Day 10 : Hike To Poon Hill (3,210M) & Trek To Nayapul And Drive Back To Pokhara (8,50M) Duration: 7-8 Hours.

Location: Pokhara

Accommodation: Hotel

Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Early in the morning, we hike up to poon Hill (3,210m) for sunrise view over the whole Annapurna, Dhaulagiri massif including Mt Machhapuchhre (Fishtail), After taking natural view of sunrise and the warm sun kissing and surrounding rice terrace A favourite spot among photographers After visiting Poon Hill, we will trek down to Nayapul and drive back to Pokhara. We will spend our night at Pokhara.

Day 11 : Drive From Pokhara To Kathmandu (1,350M) Duration: 6-7 Hours.

Location: Kathmandu

Accommodation: Hotel

Meals Included: Breakfast

Pokhara is located in a picturesque location by the side of Fewa Lake and is worth spending time after a Khopra Ridge trek. If you have buffer time after the trek, we suggest you spend a day in Pokhara instead of hurrying back to Kathmandu today. If you don’t have time you will drive back to Kathmandu today through the winding roads. You will spend your night at Kathmandu.

Day 12 - Final Departure Day.

Location: Kathmandu

Meals Included: Breakfast

The last day of your Khopra Danda Trek. You can use your hotel room up to 12 noon. It will cost additional if you need to occupy more time at the hotel due to your late flight. Three hours before your scheduled flight, Sherpa Expedition and Trekking representative will drop you to the airport and bid you farewell. We wish you a comfortable journey home and are sure you will take with you some wonderful memories of this trip.

What's Included

Accommodation

Two-night accommodation in Kathmandu with Breakfast. Two-night accommodation in a selected hotel in Pokhara with Breakfast. Best Possible Teahouse, lodge accommodation during the trek
Meals – Breakfast Only

All Standard Meals (Lunches, Dinners, and Breakfasts) during the trek. Snacks (cookies) and Seasonal fresh fruits every day
Transportation

All airport pick-up & drop off by private vehicle (international and domestic) Both way transportation for Kathmandu-Pokhara-Kathmandu by Tourist Bus. Both way private transportation service between Pokhara and Nayapul (trek start and endpoint)
Tims & Permit

Annapurna Conservation Area Permit (ACAP) Fee. Trekkers Information Management System (TIMS) card fee.
Guide & Porter

Government License holder English Speaking Sherpa Expedition and Trekking experienced and qualified trek leader,(8 or above trekkers: 1 assistant guide) and porter to help trekkers luggage. (2 trekkers:1 porter "9 kg per trekker max limit")
Additional service

Use of sleeping bag, down jacket, duffel bag and walking poles (if you don’t have your own, to be returned after trip completed). Water purification tablets for safe drinking water

What's Not Included

Country Entry Visas

Nepal Entry Visa Fees for multiple Entries on arrival at Tribhuwan Internationa Airport- (15 days - $25-30, 30 days- $40-50 and 90 days- $100-110)
All Domestic Transportation (including internal flights)

International flight airfare
Drinks with Meals

Personal expense (shopping, snacks, boil bottle water, hot and cold drinks, hot shower, Alcohol, Wi-Fi, telephone call, battery re-charge fee), extra porters, etc Lunch and Dinner in Pokhara.
Meals – Half Board

Tips for guide and porters (Recommended by the Culture)

Check out our Q&As

Are flights included in this tour?

Domestic and International flight are not included.
Can I join the tour once it has departed?

No, you cant joing the tour once it has departed.
Am I contributing to any charity by booking the tour?

Yes, your booking amount will be contributed to the charity.
What Ethical Travel credentials does the tour company have?

TAAN, NMA, TripAdvisor, TourRadar, NTB
What documents will I receive before I travel?

No documents will be provided before you Travel.

What essential documents/items do I need to bring with me?

You must bring a valid passport (must be valid for up to 6 months, keep an extra photocopy just in case), a copy of your travel insurance, cash, flight tickets, emergency contact numbers of insurance and family members and any medications.
Do you operate a “single share” option and how does it work?

Yes, we operate a single share option and you need to pay extra if you're a solo traveler as a single supplement.
How long has the tour company been trading?

Our company has been trading since 1977 A.D
Will somebody come to pick me up at the Airport upon my arrival?

Yes, our Airport Representative will come to the airport to pick you up. Outside of Terminal Hall, he/she will be displaying a play card of Sherpa Expedition and Trekking Team Pvt. Ltd. with your name on it. Upon arrival, you will be transferred to hotel or our office.
Does Sherpa Expedition and Trekking pvt. ltd accepts credit cards?

Yes, we accept Visa and Master Card for payment (not American Express). The bank will be charge 4.5 % extra to paying by cards.
Can I get Nepal visa on arrival or online?

Yes, you can get on arrival tourist visa at Tribhuvan International Airport in Kathmandu. Most of the people can obtain visa on entry to Nepal. There are some countries visa will need to be organised prior to travelling. $30 USD for 15 days of visa from the date of issue, $50 USD for 30 days and $125 USD for 90 days tourist visa.You can apply visa online.
Will the accommodation included meet local health and safety regulations?

Yes, the accommodations included meeting local health and safety regulations.
What happens if I need to change my holiday date once I’ve booked?

You can easily change your holiday date easily even after you have once booked.
Who will be my travelling companions on the tour?

Sherpa Expedition and Trekking staffs like a guide, porter, and other staffs will be your travelling companions on the tour.
What currency should I bring to Nepal?

We advise you to bring US dollars /British pound s/Euros to pay for your visa, trip cost and other expenses. Most major currencies are usually accepted also. It is always better to travel with US dollars.

Reviews from travellers on this tour

Natalie

11 Days Nepal Trip with students!

15-Oct-2019

I brought students to Nepal and we did our Khopra trek with Sherpa Expedition and Trekking Company. They were wonderful! So organized and kind and safe. I loved working with them and hope to do so again very soon. Huge recommendation!

Caroline

Incredible Trek

17-Oct-2019

Our guide was incredible -- this was his 8th time on this particular trek. We learned so much from him about the plants, animals, and mountains we were seeing, as well as about the cultures of the different regions we passed through, and helpful vocabulary in local languages. He knew all the best places to stay, and went out of his way to make sure we were comfortable and trekking safely at all times.

Gabrielle

Tiring but rewarding

26-Nov-2019

We are back to Kathmandu today after a great trek to Khopra Danda . The company did an amazing job without a single issue. Our guide was a gem. We couldn't expect anything more than what we received.

Gabriel

Beautiful Khayer lake Trek!

24-Jan-2020

Sherpa Expedition and Trekking organized for myself and my sister to trek from Khopra Danda Trek, Annapurna Region. It was a life-changing experience where we trekked from Pokhara to scared khayer lake taking 8 days. We were so well looked after by our Guides and their team aThey are a great team and can't recommend them highly enough.!

Annabelle

Great Experience

23-Oct-2019

We had an amazing trip. Our guide was very professional. Service was excellent from the moment we were picked up from airport until we were dropped off to airport. We were very happy to choose Shera Expedition and Trekking and felt very lucky to work with them.

Amy

Excellent Service

06-Dec-2019

I used the services of this travel agency for my vacation in Nepal. They managed to reach my budget and the result left me very satisfied. I did several tours and the Khopra Danda Trek, without any problem. The manager was very attentive and became a friend. They planned a wonderful vacation for me.

Anna

Amazing Khopra Trek!

26-Jul-2019

We spent 11 days traveling with Sherpa Expedition and Trekking both through Kathmandu and the Khopra region of the Himalayas. They were perfect. Everything seemed to work seamlessly (and I know they worked very hard to make that seem that way). Every need was anticipated, Accommodations were excellent. The food was amazing. The leaders were kind and warm and very attentive. I literally cannot think of one negative thing to say. I can't wait to go back and would use them again in a heartbeat. Wonderful!

Benjamin

Khopra Ridge Khayer Lake Trek!

10-Jun-2019

Ngawang Wangchu Sherpa was an excellent guide, informed, engaging, fun, and responsive to our needs. His English is also excellent. I would recommend him highly for any level difficulty/challenge of trek. Joining us also was trek guide Ram who was also very helpful, engaging, and attuned. We would also be very happy to have him as a guide at any time. Thank you, Wangchu and Ram, and Sherpa Expedition and Trekking Team. If we come back to Nepal we will come back to you!

Brady

Fabulous Trek

16-Jan-2020

Khopra danda trek was very great trek. Also less trekkers and amazing views. It can be quite tough but it’s a great trek. Everything was well organized. Nothing to complain. Also we did Kathmandu guided tour.

Adriana

Trek to Khopra Danda

15-Nov-2019

I found Sherpa Expedition and Trekking Team a very helpful and honest company to deal with. My guide spoke very good English and was of great assistance throughout the trek. I would recommend using them without hesitation as my experience with them was excellent.

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