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Base Camp Hike is offering Khopra Trek at reasonable price. Our guided trek package coveres major expeneses(guide, porters, permits, accomodation, Transportation, and many more) of trekking. Hence , our package is ALL INCLUSIVE package. Regarding itinerary, we have 10 days plan. However, if it’s not suitable to you, we can make itinerary according to your preferences.
| Trip Name : | Khopra Danda/Ridge (Khayar Lake Hike) |
| Maximum Altitude : | 3,660m/12,008ft |
| Trip Duration : | 10 Days |
| Group Size : | 1 to 25 person |
| Best Time : | Jan – May & Sept-Dec |
| Difficulty Level : | Easy to Moderate |
| Trek Starts from : | Kathmandu |
| Ends In : | Kathmandu |
| Activity : | 5-7 hours walking(Approx.) |
| Nature of Trek : | Teahouses/Community Lodge |
Introduction of Khopra Trail
There are some emerging trekking trails in the Annapurna Region. Among them, the Khopra Ridge(Danda) trek is one. This trail is lesser-known but rewards amazing mountain views.
There is only one Community Lodge on the Khopra Danda so far but others are under construction. So during the peak trekking season in Nepal, it’s difficult to get a room for solo travelers as well as a group if we don’t make reservations before at least a week ago.
In Khopra Danda and Chistibung places, they have community system lodges. So this trail is also called the Khopra Community Lodges trek. The good thing is the profit from those two places hotel goes to social works like school education in those areas. This trail was opened a few years ago to explore the hidden beauty of the Annapurna Region.
What to see during trekking to Khopra Ridge ?
This trekking route offers one of the best views of Dhaulagiri (8,167m), Nilgiri (7,061m), Bhara Shikhar (7,647m), Annapurna South (7,219m), Machhapuchhre (6,997m) and many sub mountains of Dhaulagiri.
On the way to Khayar Lake, we’ll see the best views of Dhaulagiri as well as very close views of Annapurna South and Nilgiri.
During the trek to Khopra Ridge Trekking, you’ll see fabulous views of major peaks such as Mount Annapurna, Mount Dhaulagiri, Mount Machhapuchhre(Fishtail), Nilgiri and Tukuche as well. Your journey to Khopra Ridge will move forward through the most popular short trekking Ghorepani Poon Hill Trek. Rhododendron forests, beautiful farmlands, and an amazing landscape makes more remarkable trekking.
From Khopra Danda you’ll see a massive mountain range with the closest view.
Trial Review – Why you Love Khopra Trekking
In a single line, Khopra Trek is a best short duration underrated trekking in Nepal. As it lies in the Annapurna Region, we can also say one of the finest trails of Annapurna.
It is an easy trail from where we can observe a giant peak from a close distance. Trekking to Khopra is suitable for family trek or student tours. Moreover, it is the best Himalayan trek for beginners in Nepal. Nonetheless, this trail is regarded as the best short treks near Pokhara.
In fact, it is a more worthwhile trekking trail than the overcrowded Mardi Himal and poon hill trek. All in all, this trail deserves more tourists. So I suggest visiting this beautiful trail once in life.
Highlight of Trip
- Panoramic views of Dhaulagiri and Annapurna Himalayas with closer distance.
- Mesmerizing Sunrise and Sunset over Mt.Dhaulagiri and Mt.Annapurna
- Amazing landscape with Rhododendron forests and lush vegetation.
- Off the beaten trek from where you can get a real taste of nature and free from crowd environment.
- Explore Khayar lake( Holy Lake) with stunning mountain scenery.
- Experience the Gurung’s and Magar’s typical villages lifestyle
- Get 180-degree mountain views from Mulde ViewPoint.
Get Khopra Trek(Ridge/Danda) Standard Package at the best price.
Regarding budget of khopra trip, de.pends on what types of trip you want to have. It means trip with agency or without agency .
According to our company’s plan for Khopra trek(Ridge/Danda), it cost USD 450 per person. This price is based on standard trip package where you’ll get most of things regarding trip to Khopra. Here you can see all Inclusion and Exclusion on Package. However, if you wish to have luxury trip or budgeted trip, we can make it.
Here is the price scheme for Khopra Trek for 2021, 2022, and 2023
| No. of Tourist | Price Per Person |
|---|---|
| 1 | USD 680 |
| 2 | USD 515 |
| 3 | USD 505 |
| 4 – 6 | USD 450 |
| 7 – 9 | USD 430 |
| 10 + | USD 410 |
Things to know before trekking to Khopra Danda
Before knowing more things about trekking to Khopra Ridge, here are some words that might create confusion.
- Khopra Ridge and Khopra Danda are two different names of same place. Here you should know DANDA has translated words to the Nepali Language of English “Ridge” Word. Local used to pronounce Khopra Ridge whereas most tourists pronounced Khopra Ridge
- KHAYAR LAKE: Khayar Lake is a holy lake which is located 4700m at bottom of Annapurna South. It is an optional day hiking from Khopra Ridge. Here I am saying optional day hiking because it is tough hiking as it does take around 10 hours at a high altitude. For those who don’t have previous hiking experience and strong physical fitness, it is not suitable for them. But keep in mind, you’ll not miss views if you escape Khayar Lake Hike. Views from Khopra Ridge is phenomenal.
Khayar Lake Hike: Challenging Day hike from Khopra Danda
Khayar Lake is located at 4,680m and it is full day hike from Khopra DANDA/Ridge. It lasts around 9-10 hours to get there and back. 6 hours to get there and 3 hours to get back to Khopra Danda. On the midway to the Lake, there is a small teashop where we can get some basic foods as well as hot drinks. Normally during the main trekking season March to May and from September to December, we can hike Khayar lake but during the winter season, we can’t hike the lake. Because it takes much more time to walk over the snow and way is pretty dangerous to walk over the snow. Moreover, it’s popular for local people of the Khopra Area as holy places.
In terms of area, Khayar Lake is a small lake. It is also known as Baraha Lake. On the left of the Lake, there is a peak which is known as Baraha Peak. Likewise, on the top right side, there is the giant peak Annapurna South.
Especially Khayar Lake is popular for local people because locals used to worship the Lake. At side of Khayar Lake there is temple where local used to go for worships.
Trekking to Khopra is superior than Poon Hill Trek
We can say trekking to Khopra is alternative trekking trail of Most popular short Ghorepani Poon Hill. Because from this route you’ll have a closer view of mountains than Poon Hill. If you want to avoid more tourist areas Khopra Ridge can be your best choice.
Khopra Trekking is the best hike route due to outstanding views of More than 10 peaks from Khopra Danda, we can say Khopra Danda trek is the best short hiking in Annapurna. In terms of altitude easy to moderate difficult treks. As we stay one night at Khopra Danda(3,660m) and for Khayar Lake you should hike up to 4800m. Khayar Lake hike makes this trip more adventurous. If you want to see Annapurna South just close your eyes and want to explore Khayar Lake, you should hike from Khopra Danda to Khayar Lake.
Itinerary
| Days | Itinerary | Altitude | Hour |
|---|---|---|---|
| Day 01 | Kathmandu to Pokhara (Drive) | 830 m | 7 hr |
| Day 02 | Pokhara – Ghandruk – Tadapani | 2,600m | 7 hr |
| Day 03 | Trekking to Dobato | 3,440m | 6 hr |
| Day 04 | Trekking to Khopra Danda | 3660 m | 8 hr |
| Day 05 | Hike to Khayar Lake( Optional Rest at Khopra Danda) | 4,680 m | 10 hr |
| Day 06 | Khopra Danda to Swanta Village | 2200m | 7 hr |
| Day 07 | Swanta village to Ghorepani | 2850m | 6 hr |
| Day 08 | Ghorepani to Tikhedungha via Poon Hill | 1540 | 7 hr |
| Day 09 | Trek to Nayapul and Drive to Pokhara | 800m | 5 hr |
| Day 10 | Back to Kathmandu | 1300m | 7-8 hr |
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Detailed Itinerary
Day 1 : Kathmandu to Pokhara
We will drive to Pokhara by Tourist Bus. It does take around 8 hour to get Pokhara.
- Hotel at Pokhara
- 7 to 8 hours drive
- No Meal
- 830 m(2, 723feet)
Day 2 : Drive to Ghandruk and Trekking to Tadapani
Upon taking breakfast at hotel, we will drive to Bus station of Ghandruk-Pokhara. From there, we will drive to Ghandruk Village by Local Bus(public bus).
It does takes around 4 hours to reach Ghandruk from Pokhara by Bus. You will have lunch at Ghandruk. Afterward, you will make short walk to Tadapani(3 hours) through alpine forest. Especially Ghandruk to BhaisiKhark(a camp site before Tadapani) is more ascending and from Bhisikharka to Tadapani is straightway.
- Teahouse at Tadapani
- 4 hours drive and 3 hour trek
- B, L, D
- 2,600m (8,530 feet)
Day 3 – Trekking to Dobato
You will fill enjoy with the panoramic views of Annapurna and Himchuli on the way to Dobato. Besides that, you also see waterfalls, pasturelands of buffalo, sheep, and goats, diverse flora and fauna. You will have best view of Annapunra South and Hiunchuli from Dobato. Enjoy overnight at Dobato.
- Teahouse at Dobato
- 6 hour
- B, L, D
- 3,440m
Day – 4 Trekking to Khopra Danda
Early in the morning, we will hike to Mulde View Point. From Dobato, it does take 30 minutes to get Mulde View Point. It is superior than the Poon Hill. From Mulde Peak, you can see Dhaulagiri range as well as Annapurna Range.
Afterward, we walk to Khopra Danda.
- Teahouse at Khopra Danda
- 8 hour
- B, L, D
- 3,660m
Day – 5 Hike to Khayar Lake(Rest at Khopra Danda)
Khayar Lake Hike is the most challening part of this trekking. It does take around 10 hour for the hike. From 3660m to 4680m (nearly 1000m ascending and discending) in a single day is very tough. There is no teahouse between khayar Lake to Khopra. However, mid of the way there is a teashop where we can have lunch before reach to Khayar Lake.
Khayar Lake hike is optional. Those who don’t want to make this tough walk,they can enjoy at Khopra Danda.
- Teahouse at Khopra Danda
- 10 hour
- B, L, D
- 4,680m
Day – 6 Khopra Ridge to Swanta village
Day 6, we will trekking to Swant village. Swanta is beautiful village of Magar and other ethinic group.
- Teahouse at Swanta
- 6 hour
- B, L, D
- 2,200m
Day – 7 Trekking to Ghorepani
Swanta to Ghorepani takes around 6 hours. There more than 20 hotels in Ghorepani . Do relax 7th day of KT at Ghorepani
- Teahouse at Ghorepani
- 6 hour
- B, L, D
- 2,850m
Day – 8 Ghorepani to Tikhedungha via Poon Hill
We will hike to Poon Hill for sunrise . After sunrise back to Ghorpani and take breafast. Go down 6 hour to get Tikhedhunga.
- Teahouse at Tikhedhunga
- 6 hour
- B, L, D
- 1,540m
Day – 9 Trek to Nayapul and Drive to Pokhara
Walk 3 hours slope down to Nayapul where we can get taxi to Pokhara.
- Hotel at Pokhara
- 5 hour
- B, L
- 800m
Day – 10 Back to Kathmandu
We will drive to Kathmandu via Tourist Bus.
- Hotel at Thamel, Kathmandu
- 8 hour
- No meal
- 1,400m
Inclusion and Exclusion on Package
Cost Inclusion
- Private transfers for your international flight (arrival/ departure).
- Kathmandu – Pokhara – Kathmandu by Tourist Bus.
- 2 Nights Tourist standard Hotel accommodation in Thamel, Kathmandu with Breakfast.
- 1 Night Tourist standard Hotel accommodation in Pokhara with Breakfast.
- Pokhara to Ghandruk by Local Bus
- Nayapul to Pokhara by Private Taxi
- Meals During Trekking: Breakfast(B), Lunch(L), Dinner(D)
- Trekking Permit
- Goverment Licensed Holder Guide for 10 days.
- Porter for Trekking(2 Guests = 1 Porter basis)
- All expenses related to Guide and Porters
- First Aids Kit.
- Seasonal Fruits after Dinner(Each Trekking Day)
- 13% Government VAT and official charge.
Cost Exclusion
- Any types of Drinks and Dessert foods.
- Nepal Entry Visa Fee
- Lunch and Dinner during the staying in Kathmandu and Pokhara city.
- All types of Personal Nature Expenses.
- Personal trekking equipment and Clothing.
- Tips for the crew
- Any other things which are not mentioned in Inclusion.
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Reviews
Khopra ridge trek with base camp hike – perfect experience
I did the Khopra Ridge trek in November 2019.
Before the trip, I had a lot of questions and Base Camp Hike did always respond quickly and detailedly. They can also advise which trek is best for you. Also, they will advise on what equipment you’ll need and they can tell which of that you can also buy (might cheaper) in Nepal.
I choose the Khopra Ridge trek because it’s less known than other short treks (ABC etc.). Also, I didn’t want to have a one way and back trek.
Everything was perfectly well organized and from the beginning I felt comfortable. I had a really experienced guide (Jarayam). This trek is new (for about three years) so there are not so many guides who already have experience with this trek. The trek was the perfect choice for me because as expected it’s off a beaten trek (except for poon hill) and the views are brilliant. At Khopra Danda and also Dobato (Mulde viewpoint) you will get superb and near views of the Annapurna and Dhaulagiri range. During the trek, we were quite flexible and I also took one day rest in Dobato.
I can totally recommend Base Camp Hike for your trekking in Nepal. Don’t wait any longer and go explore the beautiful Himalayas.
Response from Base Camp Hike
Dear GEMPERLE REMO ANDRI,
Namaste and warm greeting from Base Camp Hike!
We express our sincere thanks and gratefulness to you for giving us an opportunity to provide you our service.
We are so happy that you fully enjoyed Khopra Ridge Trek with our guide Jayaram.
As you told us that you’re interested to do Annapurna Circuit Trek for the next visit to Nepal with us. We appreciate it.
We are waiting for you to provide another great experience in Nepal’s Himalayas.
Best Regards
Base Camp Hike
Frequently Asked Questions
No. You don’t need it. IF you can walk 5-6 hours a day, you can do this trail. But we suggest doing some walking practics before some months to do the trek.
You will get Teahouse accommodation in most of the places but on Khopra Ridge and Chistbung, there are community lodges.
You can do the Khopra Danda trek raging for 5 to 10 days. If you wish to do this trail including Ghorepani Poon Hill Plus Tatopani then it takes around 10 days. But if we want to do this trek within 5 to 7 days, we should escape either the Ghorepani Part or Tatopani Part.
First, you should either fly or drive to Pokhara. Afterward, the next morning you can take a taxi from Pokhara to Ghandruk. Or if you choose the route from Ghorepani poon Hill then drive Pokhara-Nayapul.
Except for Khopra Ridge Loge and Chistubung Lodge, you will get Non-vegetarian food items. But for the vegetarian food, you will get easily everywhere lodge. For all the places you will get a menu, from where you can choose what to eat.
Sure, you will get mineral water almost everywhere in Khopra Area. Some places banned Mineral water to reduce plastic pressure on the environment. In the places where you can’t find Mineral water, you can get safe drinking water but you should have your bottle to fill Water.
If you have a porter, it makes trekking easier. Because porter normally carries up to 25 kg of your stuff. So that you can walk easily.
Of course, if you book a Khopra trip with Base Camp Hike. Because we have a guide who already did the Khopra Khayar Lake journey more than 10 times.
You must have a sleeping bag during the winter season and the main trekking season in Nepal. For the rest of the time because of fewer tourists, they can provide you with blankets.
Normally 6 to 7 hours a day on average.
Trekking poles are like an extra leg if you use them. Especially it helps a lot maintain your legs in a good condition.
Yes. Every places you can get a hot shower but for it, you should pay money 1 USD to 3 USD.
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| 1 pax | USD 680 |
| 2 paxes | USD 515 |
| 3 paxes | USD 505 |
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