Khopra Ridge Trek

Today, we get set to leave the Kathmandu valley. After breakfast at the hotel, your guide will pick you up for an overland drive to Pokhara city. The vehicle follows a route along the Prithvi highway that is full of countryside views of Nepal. Most of the time, we will be driving along the Trishuli River with fascinating views of terraced farmland, traditional villages and lush hills on sight. We even pass rafting spots on the way to Pokhara. After around seven hours of drive, we reach the beautiful touristic hub of Nepal – Pokhara. We check in the hotel, freshen up and get ready for a relaxing exploration around the lakeside Pokhara. The pristine air, serene lake water and mountains, lakeside Pokhara is a heavenly place to be at. In the evening, we return to our hotel. Spend your time at the hotel in Pokhara for the night.

After breakfast in the hotel, we leave Pokhara and drive towards Nayapul. From Nayapul, we start walking towards Syauli bazaar. It takes us around three hours to reach Syaulibazaar. The trail from Syalibazaar goes through a narrow path along with a village. During the walk, we can see Modi Khola on our left. On the opposite side, we can see Mardi Himal rising tall emitting its alluring enigma. With such a wonderful lush landscape and mountains on sight, we walk for around one and a half hours to Ghandruk. As we approach close to Ghandruk, the gorgeous views of Mt. Hiunchuli and Mt. Annapurna unfold right before our eyes. As we ascend, we can also get some outstanding views of Mt. Macchapucchre. Ghandruk is a large Gurung village with traditional stonewalled and slate-roofed houses. Tonight, spend your time at a guesthouse in Ghandruk.

In the early morning, we explore the village. We interact with people and get some insights on local Gurung people, their culture and lifestyle. Then we return to the guesthouse for breakfast. You will able to enjoy great hospitality in this village. After breakfast, we pack our bags and leave for Tadapani, our next station. We wait straightforward along a dense forest of oak and rhododendron for around three hours to Tadapani. It is an amazing day walk along a lush forest with a pleasing sound of waterfalls, birds chirping accompanied by the views of mountains. From Tadapani, you can enjoy some stunning views of vitas such as Annapurna II, Annapurna III, Annapurna IV, Lamjung Himal and many more. Tonight, spend your time at a guesthouse in Tadapani.

After breakfast at Tadapani, we divert from the usual route of Annapurna Base Camp and head towards a less-traveled path full of dense rhododendron forests to Dobato. We climb uphill through the forests, pastures and stop points to reach Dobato. Though the trail goes uphill for most of the most, it’s not a tiring walk at all. You will feel more energized with the pristine air, lush nature and outstanding views. Upon arrival, we stop at Dobato for the night. If you are interested, we can explore the Muldai viewpoint and return. It is just half an hour’s walk from Dobato and offers some panoramic views of mountains like Mt. Macchapucchre, Mt. Dhaulagiri, Mt. Annapurna and many more. Tonight, we spend our time at a guesthouse in Dobato

Early in the morning, we hike up to Mundai View Point to catch the panoramic views mountains like Mt. Macchapucchre, Mt. Dhaulagiri, Mt. Annapurna and many more. Then we descend from the viewpoint along a dense forest of rhododendron. As we cross the forest, we ascend and follow a trail that leads us to Bayeli Kharka. From the meadows of the Kharka, we descend along a forested area and cross a bridge to climb uphill to reach Chistibung. Tonight, we spend our time at a guesthouse in Chistibung.

Leaving Chistibung, we ascend above towards Khopra Ridge. Slowly and gradually, we walk uphill above the tree line area. If lucky, we may be encounter some exotic wildlife like Himalayan Thar and Pheasant (Danphe) in those areas. No sooner, we open up to Khopra ridge and get rewarded with some stunning views of mountains like Annapurna Himal, Dhaulagiri Himal, Nilgiri and many more. Today, we spend our time in Khopra Ridge enjoying the magnificence of mountains and the surrounding area. Tonight, we spend our time at a local guesthouse in Khopra Ridge.

It’s an interesting and the most rewarding day of our entire trek. Early in the morning, we enjoy our breakfast with the incredible views of mountains from Khopra ridge. Then we head towards Khayer lake near the ridge. It’s a beautiful lake that lies in the backdrop of beautiful Himalayas. We explore the peripheral area around the lake and return to Khopra ridge for the night. Tonight, we spend our time at a local guesthouse in Khopra Ridge.

Today, we leave Khopra ridge and descend back to Chistibung. We retrace our steps back via the same route to Chistibung. Further, we ascend through the jungles to open up to the Kharka. We cross a small wooden bridge on the trail and walk through the dense forests of bamboo up and down to the village of Swanta. Tonight, we spend our time at a local guesthouse in Swanta.

Leaving Swanta village, we descend through the villages and farmlands to a small river. Here, we can take a quick look at the local watermill. Then we cross a suspension bridge over the river and climb up above the village to Chuttre. Further, we join the main trail of Annapurna Base Camp at Ghorepani and descend down enjoying the views of mountains to Ulleri. Tonight, we spend our time at a local guesthouse in Ulleri.

Today, we descend through the hills, settlement areas, farmlands and ethnic villages to Nayapul. At Nayapul, we catch a vehicle that will drive us back to the beautiful city of Pokhara. In the evening, we can walk by the lakeside and dissolve into the captivating beauty of the serene lakes and wild mountains. Tonight, spend your time at the hotel in Pokhara

Today, after breakfast at the hotel, we get into our ride for a drive back to Kathmandu. We follow the same scenic route along Prithvi Highway to Kathmandu. Upon arrival, you will be transferred to a hotel in Kathmandu. Tonight, spend your time at the hotel in Kathmandu.

Today, fly home from Kathmandu or continue your travel to some other destinations around the globe. You will be dropped at the airport, three hours before your scheduled flight. We hope you had a great time with us. Thank you, have a safe journey home.