Khopra Danda Trek 11 Days
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Duration
11 DaysDifficulty
ModerateGroup Size
1-15 PeopleMax Altitude
4,660m. / 15,289ft.Best Season
Spring & AutumnActivity
TrekkingMeals
Breakfast, Lunch & DinnerAccommodation
Teahouse & HotelTrip Introduction of Khopra Danda Trek 11 Days
The Khopra Danda trek in the Annapurna region is a newly opened trekking route. This journey offers the same amazing vistas and landscapes as the others in the Annapurna region. The fact that this walk offers all of those views from different perspectives and angles makes it special.
Compared to other treks, the Khopra Danda Trek is not as challenging. Because the trails are well-made and simple to walk on, this trek is appropriate for hikers who are traveling with their families and have young children or elderly family members.
The Khopra Danda walk may be what you are searching for if you want a quick and easy hike that gives you the best view of the people.
Khayer Lake journey and Khopra Ridge Trek are other names for this journey. Since this walk was just started, the routes are pristine and unique. According to trekkers who have completed it, this is one of the best viewpoint treks in western Nepal.
The Khopra Ridge walk trail winds through a thick forest with pines, rhododendrons, oaks, and bamboo. It is quite typical to spot Languor monkeys along this trail. From the entire Annapurna region and other stunning mountains to rural villages and rice fields, the routes of this walk provide us the most breathtaking views of all that Nepal has to offer. On this walk, Khayer Lake is arguably the most picturesque lake you will come across.
Highlights of Khopra Danda Trek
- Dhaulagiri, Annapurna, and other Annapurna ranges can be seen in breathtaking panoramic views.
- scenic drive from Kathmandu to Pokhara.
- Take in the high-altitude vegetation and wildlife.
- Trek to the revered Khayer Lake, also known as Khopra Lake.
- Discover the Annapurna region’s indigenous peoples’ culture.
- Spend the night at a teahouse or guesthouse with the most breathtaking views.
Detail Itinerary of Khopra Danda Trek 11 Days - 11 Days
Day 1: Arrival at Kathmandu (1,350 m) and transfer to hotel.
When you arrive at Tribhuvan International Airport in Kathmandu, our airport representative will greet you and will be holding an Everest Summit Treks & Expedition sign outside the terminal. After that, our private tourist car will transport you to your particular hotel.
Activity & Duration
Drive for 30 minutesHighest Altitude
1,350m/4,429ft. (Kathmandu)Accommodation
3 Star HotelDay 2: Drive to Pokhara (850m) in a Tourist Bus Duration 7 -8 hours.
At 6:30 am, our trekking staff will come to the hotel to collect you and take you to the tourist bus station. About 7:30 am is when the bus to Pokhara departs.
Pokhara, a stunning valley on the shores of Phewa Lake, is well-known for its expansive vistas of the southern Annapurna and Machapuchare (fishtail-shaped mountains), the western Dhaulagiri, and the eastern Lamjung Himal and Manaslu. It serves as the ideal beginning place for our climb because it is smaller and considerably less crowded than Kathmandu.
Activity & Duration
Drive for 7-8 hoursHighest Altitude
850m/2,789ft. (Pokhara)Meals
BreakfastAccommodation
3 Star HotelDay 3: Drive to Kimche (1,640 m) – 3 to 4 hours & Trek to Tadapani (2,660 m) Duration 6 -7 hours.
We travel three to four hours by car from Pokhara to Kimche on the third day of the hike. From this point on, the walking begins. We take a short break there before beginning the six-hour hike to Tadapani. The sound of waterfalls and chirping birds will accompany us as we go into the vastness of nature.
Activity & Duration
Trekking for 6-7 hoursHighest Altitude
2,660m/8,727ft. (Tadapani )Meals
Breakfast, Lunch & DinnerAccommodation
TeahouseDay 4: Trek to Dobato (3,420 ) Duration 5-6 hours.
After breakfast at the hotel in the morning, we trek for six to seven hours from Tadapani to Dobato. We must traverse the rhododendron forest. We can get breathtaking views of Machhapuchhre and Annapurna South if the weather is clear.
Activity & Duration
Trekking for 5-6 hoursHighest Altitude
3,420m/11,220ft. (Dobato )Meals
Breakfast, Lunch & DinnerAccommodation
TeahouseDay 5: Hike to Mulde and then trek to Chistibang (3,026 m) Duration 5 - 6 hours.
We then trek up to Mulde Hill from Dobato. One of the best places to visit in between the route and Chistibang is Munde Hill. Mulde offers a breathtaking aerial view of Annapurna and Mount Dhaulagiri.
There are very few lodging options in Chistibang, making it resemble a tiny, transient community. To get to the meadows of Lower Chistibang, we must first descend through open space and a lovely forest. After that, we will climb through a forest to get to Upper Chistibang. On a lovely track, the walk lasts roughly five to six hours at a leisurely pace.
Activity & Duration
Trekking for 5-6 hoursHighest Altitude
3,026m/9,928ft. (Chistibang)Meals
Breakfast, Lunch & DinnerAccommodation
TeahouseDay 6: Trek to Khopra Danda (3,640 m) Duration 4-5 hours.
We will walk from Chistibang to Khopra Danda on the sixth day of the Khopra trip, which should take us five to six hours. You will be astounded by the stunning mountain landscape throughout the route to Khopra Danda.
The hike to Khopra Danda is steady and leisurely, lasting only four to five hours. We will take a little stroll to Khopra Ridge Viewpoint after we arrive, where we can take in the breathtaking mountain vista that includes Mt. Dhaulagiri, Nilgiri, and Annapurna South.
Activity & Duration
Trekking for 4-5 hoursHighest Altitude
3,541m/11,617ft. ( Khopra Danda)Meals
Breakfast, Lunch & DinnerAccommodation
TeahouseDay 7: Hike to Khopra Lake (4,660 m) and Back Duration 6-7 hours
After taking in all of the breathtaking mountain vistas, we will climb higher once more to reach the trek’s highest point, the lovely Khopra Lake, also known as Khayer Lake.
We will be touring the area around Khayer Lake on this memorable day. Buddhism and Hinduism both regard this lake as sacred. Taking a bath in the lake is also thought to aid in achieving Nirvana. On the lakeside, we can even spot some Buddhist and Hindu temples.
We will stroll down to Khopra Danda once more after exploring the lake. The entire journey from Khopra Danda to the lake takes eight to nine hours.
Activity & Duration
Trekking for 6-7 hoursHighest Altitude
4,660m/15,289ft. (Khayer Lake)Meals
Breakfast, Lunch & DinnerAccommodation
TeahouseDay 8: Trek to Tatopani (1,190 m) Duration 6-7 hours.
To get to Tatopani on this trek day, we will walk for a maximum of seven to eight hours. It is among the most well-known locations in the entire Annapurna region. There, we can take use of the natural hot spring and unwind in the warm water.
Activity & Duration
Trekking for 6-7 hoursHighest Altitude
1,190m/3,904ft. (Tatopani )Meals
Breakfast, Lunch & DinnerAccommodation
TeahouseDay 9: Drive to Pokhara (850m) Duration 5 -6 hours.
After breakfast in the morning, we will board the jeep and return to Pokhara. We may take a beautiful drive from Tatopani to Pokhara once more. Once we arrive in Pokhara, we will relax in our hotel rooms for a while before taking a leisurely walk along the lake.
Activity & Duration
Drive for 5-6 hoursHighest Altitude
850m/2,789ft. (Pokhara )Meals
Breakfast & LunchAccommodation
3 Star HotelDay 10: Drive to Kathmandu by Tourist Bus Duration 7 -8 hours.
In the morning, we will be returning to Kathmandu by car or Tourist Bus.
There are plenty of options if you want to prolong your trip, including mountain biking, river rafting, shopping tours in Kathmandu, and a Chitwan jungle safari.
We have a goodbye supper at a fancy restaurant in the evening. You will be accompanied by an office staff member and your guide or guides.
Activity & Duration
Drive for 7-8 hoursHighest Altitude
1,350m/4,429ft. (Kathmandu )Meals
BreakfastAccommodation
3 Star HotelDay 11: Transfer to the International Airport.
Today is the last day of the trip. When the plane departs Nepal, our airport agent will leave you off at the Kathmandu international airport.
Activity & Duration
Drive fot 30 minutesHighest Altitude
1,350m/4,429ft. (Kathmandu )Accommodation
BreakfastCost Includes / Excludes
What is included?
- International Airport pick-up and drop by car.
- Three meals a day (Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner/ the main course) during the trek in the mountain.
- Two nights’ standard accommodation in a 3-star hotel in Kathmandu in a twin-sharing basis including breakfasts.
- Two nights’ standard accommodation in a 3-star hotel in Pokhara in a twin-sharing basis including 2 breakfasts.
- An experienced and Knowledgeable English-speaking Govt. registered trekking guide.
- Strong, helpful porters with proper safety equipment and walking equipment, his salary, food, accommodation, and insurance (one porter for two people).
- All Food, Accommodation, Insurance, and transportation for porter and guide.
- Annapurna conservation area permit TIMS card (Trekking Information Management System)
- Use of sleeping bag, down jacket, duffel bag
- Trekking lodge (Tea House) throughout the trek.
- Assistant guide group size of more than 8 people in a group.
- Transportation from Kathmandu-Pokhara-Nayapul-Pokhara-Kathmandu by bus.
- Appreciation of certificate after the successful trek
- Everesr Summit Treks and Expedition T-shirt
- Emergency rescue operation assistance in arranging in case of complex health condition (funded by travel insurance)
- All government, Local taxes/ vat and official Expenses
What is excluded?
- Meals whilst you are in Kathmandu & Pokhara – lunch, and dinner.
- Nepal entry visa fee (easy to obtain the visa on arrival at Tribhuvan International Airport –
- Kathmandu). $25 USD for 15-day visa.
- Personal travel and medical insurance.
- International airfare.
- Your personal expenses.
- All the alcoholic and nonalcoholic, soup, tea, coffee, hot chocolate, cocoa, mineral water, extra food, cold and hot drinks on trek
- All desserts & sweet things like chocolate, cake, pie, pudding.
- Hot shower and battery charging at the tea houses.
- Tips for the guide, porter, and driver.
Detail information about the trip
Responsible Travel
In order to safeguard our delicate ecosystems, we are steadfastly committed to environmental sustainability.
In trekking regions, tourism has had a favorable impact on infrastructure, healthcare, education, employment possibilities, and income generation. However, the ecosystem in these areas has been impacted by an increase in tourism.
Everest Summit Treks & Expedition Crew
Our government-licensed and skilled guides/Sherpas will accompany you on the Khopra Danda Trek to provide a comfortable and unforgettable experience. Porters will transport your bags.
One porter will be assigned to two persons, and a porter is only allowed to carry up to 18 kilograms. If there are twelve or more people in the group, we will add one assistance guide. Our crew members have the physical stamina and ability to live peacefully at high elevations because they are natives who grew up in the isolated high Himalayas.
We value each and every one of our employees. We pay them well and provide for their clothing, food, insurance, and accommodation for the adventure. When sick or hurt, all of our porters and guides receive medical attention.
Since we think that only happy individuals can make other happy, we take care to ensure that our employees are content.
Our employees have:
- Proficiency in speaking English and other major languages;
- Government-approved Trekking Guide Certificate;
- Extensivewilderness first aid training
- Training in Biodiversity and Conservation
- Rock climbing
Tipping
Tipping is accepted in Nepali culture, which sees it as evidence of excellent service. Tipping, however, is up to the individual tourist and ought to be commensurate with the level of service received. At the conclusion of your excursion, we invite you to tip as a group.
The process of booking and paying
Everest Summit Treks & Expedition is a walking trip and an authorized tour operator by the government of the Nepal government. We are a member of the Nepal Trekking Association (TAAN) and the Nepal Climbing Association (NMA). Therefore, you can book a walk / trip with us with confidence. We have provided our services for more than a decade.
we need to pay 10% in advance to book a trip you can pay using bank transfer, Western Union or online from our website.
you can pay the remaining money in cash, via bank transfer or use credit card after you arrive at Nepal. We will also send you an email detail of payment and payment methods.
, please send us other essential materials such as passport copying, passport size images, travel insurance policies and details about flights to and travel during the week after booking trek.
The final booking for trek
for those who cannot book in advance, the Everest Summit Treks & Expedition has a special provision for a final reservation. In the event of a final reservation, you have to pay 100% for 2
-hour travel costs before the trip. We try our best to operate at any time, but in the case of the final booking, you cannot be responsible for the delay due to independent changes to our will, such as bad weather or no motels. Contact us for more information at 977-9840222994 (Raju) or send us an e-mail to [email protected]
Trip Expansions
In case you’re remaining in Nepal for some more days after wrapping up Khopra Danda Journey, ready to arrange sight-seeing visits in and around Kathmandu valley for you. You’ve got other choices – to require portion within the Chitwan wilderness safari, paragliding, rafting, canyoning, another journey, and much more!
Input
Everest Summit Treks & Expedition will organize a goodbye supper in Kathmandu on the final day of your Khopra Danda Journey. After supper, we’ll display you with a certificate of journey accomplishment, and you’ll be able moreover utilize this time to supply us input.
Most people ask about the trip - FAQs
Can the guide Speak English?
Yes, our guides speak English well. Most of them serve as porters for three to four years before becoming trekking guides. Their English language skills come from real-world experience rather than formal education. Because English is not their first language, individuals may not be as fluent as native speakers, despite their ability to communicate effectively. They will also facilitate communication, especially in situations where a large number of locals—including shopkeepers and teahouse hosts—may not speak English
What is the best Time for this Trek?
The time frame for our trekking Time is mid-September through May. The monsoon rains start to lessen in early September. The weather is often consistent from the end of September to December, with cold nights and pleasant to warm days. The ideal months to complete this walk are February, March, April, May, June, October, November, and December.
How will come to pick me up at the airport upon my arrival?
Outside the airport terminal, our crew will be waiting for you with our sign that reads “Everest Summit Treks & Expedition.” A private tourist van will drive you to a hotel.
How challienging is the khopra danda Trek?
The height and length of the trek make trekking in the Annapurna region relatively difficult. Walking five to seven hours a day is part of the demanding trek.
I am a vegetarian. Is that problem?
Vegetarian meals are served at the majority of mountain teahouses. Therefore, vegetarianism is not an issue. It is better to eat vegetarian food to prevent indigestion and food poisoning.
How much additional money do i need per day?
Generally speaking, $20 to $25 per person per day will be adequate. This is for lunch or dinner in Kathmandu, as well as for buying water, tea or espresso, snacks, and hot showers in the highlands. You might also bring extra money if you wish to purchase local Nepali handicrafts or souvenirs.