| Trip Duration | : | 12 Days |
| Activities | : | Trekking |
| Area: | : | Annapurna Region |
| Trip Grade | : | Easy / Moderate |
| Mix. Altitude | : | 3660 m |
| Walking hours | : | 4 / 7 hours per day |
| Accommodation | : | Local Tea House in Trek / Hotel in Cities |
| Transportation | : | Private Vehicles and flight |
| Meals | : | Trekking Meals full board (Breakfast/Lunch/Dinner) Bed & Breakfast in Cities |
| Departure | : | Everyday for private Trip |
| Best Season | : | OCT | NOV | DEC | MAR | APR | MAY |
Khopra Danda trek is newly opened trekking trial in the Annapurna region which is known as Khopra ridge trek or Khayer Lake trek. This trek offers a spectacular Himalayan view of Mt. Dhaulagiri I, Gurja, Nilgiri south, Tukuche Peak, Thapa peak, Dhaulagiri II, Dhaulagiri III, Annapurna south, Hiunchuli, Machhapuchhre, Mardi Himal. Khopra danda trek passes through the several ancient & beautiful village where we can see the different ethnic group people like Gurung, Magar, Brahmin, Chhetri & Dalits which allows trekkers to observe and experience the real Nepali culture and lifestyle. Khopra danda trek is founded best destination for the flora & fauna.
Upon arrival in Kathmandu airport, Active Sherpa Trekking airport representative will meet you and transfer to your hotel in Kathmandu.
Early in the morning we will fly to pokhara, 25 minute scenic flight to pokhara you will meet with trekking guide and drive to kimche via Nayapool then we start our today short and easy trek up to Ghandruk Village. Ghandruk village is the largest Gurung village in the Annapurna region where we get to experience of local people culture, tradition, and their lifestyle. From Ghandruk we gets spectacular view of Mt. South Annapurna and Mt. Fish Tail.
Today we trek to Tadapani ascending through the forest of rhododendron and oak trees with the view of small waterfalls and mountains like the Annapurna range, Machhapuchhre (6993m), and Hiunchuli (6441m) along the way, we arrive in Tadapani, Tadapani is small Gurung village with surrounded by rhododendron forest.
Today our trial is ascend through deep forests of rhododendrons, pines, and oaks and an amazing view of the Annapurna range. We continue to trek through the rhododendron Jungle and pass by Meshar Danda. Then trek through grassland until reaching a small hills pass and finally reach Dobato. Overnight at lodge.
Early morning hike up to Muldai viewpoint, it takes about half hour to reach the top which offers a 360-degree view of the Himalayas including Annapurna and Dhaulagiri range along with Fishtail (6993m). We then descend through deep Jungle of rhododendron and pass Bayeli Kharka. We then continue descending through the Jungle and cross a small wooden bridge and finally reach beautiful village of Chistibung. Overnight at lodge.
About 3 to 4 hours continue trek to uphill finally we are reaching our final destination Khopra danda before reaching khopra on the way may we encounter some animals like Himalayan Thar and Himalayan Monal. Khopra danda offers you a spectacular panoramic view of Annapurna range, Dhaulagiri range, Nilgiri (7061m), Machhapuchhre (6993m), and other mountains during the sunset and sunrise. Overnight at lodge.
Today early in the morning experience the spectacular view of Himalaya and the sun rising from the snow cap mountain. After breakfast we will trek down to Swanta village passing through rhododendron & Bamboo Jungle via Ratmate. Swanta is a beautiful village inhabited by Magar people. Overnight at lodge.
Continue trek to Ghorepani descending through beautiful terraced fields and cross the suspension bridge and climb up to the village of Chitre It take about 5/6 hour hiking through a forest with enjoy spectacular view of mt. Annapurna range. Ghorepani poon hill is one of the popular trekking destinations to cover good view of Annapurna and Dhaulagiri range.
Today early in the morning an hour hikes up to Poon Hill, the top of the hill in Ghorepani. Panoramic views of Annapurna,Dhaulagiri, Fishtail, Himchuli, Nilgiri and other many more snow cap peaks with beautiful sunrise view. Poon hill is our final destinations to gets a fantastic view of Himalaya and nature side by side. Trek back to lodge to have breakfast and trek down to Tikhedunga.
Continue trek down to Nayapul, it is an easy day walk passing through beautiful green farming and various tiny gurung and magar villages on our trek before reaching Nayapul. Once we reach Nayapul we will drive to Pokhara and enjoy the evening last night of trekking at lake side pokhara.
Today we will fly back to Kathmandu check in Kathmandu Hotel, afternoon we will go for half day city tour in Kathmandu including swoyambhunath Stupa and Patan Durbar Square. The 2000 year old Buddhist Temple of swayambhunath, situated at the top of a hill, west of Kathmandu, is one of the most popular, holy and instantly recognized symbols of Nepal. The temple is also known as the ‘monkey temple’. Patan Durbar Square is a oldest among three Durbar (royal palace) Squares, Patan Durbar Square, one of the world heritage sites, gives you the glimpses of mediaeval architecture and craftsmanship which one can find in the wood carvings of the palace and temples in the square. Evening last minute shopping free time at Thamel.
Today after breakfast you will drop international airport for final departure.
Per person Using 3 star Hotel in Kathmandu and Pokhara
Per person Using 5 star Hotel in Kathmandu and Pokhara
