Khorpa Ridge trek was popular for the solar travellers in 2012. Later when it opened as Khopra Community Lodge in 2014 nad became more popular. since it lies on the path of poonhill, many people trek to poonhill instead. But if you want to see the Annapurna Annapunra South, Nilgiri, Dhaulaigri, and deep kaligandaki Valley closely, then tust us, Khopra Ridge is the one.
The Khopra Danda Trek trail has lavish thick pine, oak, rhododendron and bamboo woods covering the trails and hills. Likewise, you will also observe the Himalayan wildlife. Such as pheasants, yaks, Lynx, Himalayan musk deer, Himalayan thar and weasels, marten and Himalayan mouse hares. You will see the majestic and close up view of Annapunra Range and observe the culture of ethnic tribes of Magar, Gurung, villages boasting its flawlessly terraced cultivating terrains.
Dhaulagiri 8167m, Annapurna I 8091m, Annapurna II 7937m, Annapurna III 7555m, Annapurna South 7219m, Machhapuchhre 6993m, Gangapurna 7455m, Tukuche Peak 6920m, Dhampus peak 6012m, Hiuchuli 6441m, Gurja himal 7193m, Nilgiri Himal 7061m.
Khopra Ridge, at 3640m is the highest part of the trek, however, maximum elevation to Khayer Lake is at an altitude of 4600m.
Yes, for non Nepali Residents, you Annapurna Conservation Area Project (ACAP) and Trekkers Information Management System Permit (TIMS Card) for Khopra Ridge Trek.
There are two best seasons, the first one is autumn from September to November. The second one is spring from March to May, the weather is very nice and clear. You can see the magnificent view of the mountain range.
It is an easy to moderate grade trek in the Annapurna region, suitable for beginners to advanced trekkers. You trek for about 4 to 5 hrs per day with regular breaks in route to capture stunning mountain views. The route is not very steep but ascends and descends fairly.
Khopra Danda Trek is not challenging. But to trek anywhere around in Nepal, you should be in good health with normal physical fitness and strong determination. If you have pre-existing medical conditions such as heart, lung, and blood disease should pre-inform us before booking the trek.
This is a ten-day itinerary that begins in Pokhara and finishes in Pokhara. If you need a travel from Kathmandu to anywhere else, we can organize it for you.
On the trekking trail, there are a few simple tea shops. They have a nice room with a comfy bed. A bucket of hot water is offered for a fee in exchange for a hot shower. While some locations have solar-powered water supplies in the bathrooms.
Yes, most of the guest houses have internet access. Although the speed of the WIFI may vary, you will be able to communicate with your family and friends.
During peak season, accommodations may get overcrowded, and you may need to make adjustments. If you go with us, though, you won’t have to worry about anything since we’ll take care of everything.
Yes, there is mineral water available at tea houses. However, as a sustainable travel business, we do not recommend that our guests consume mineral water because we do not use plastic bottles. We may become responsible travelers by using a water purifier or water purification tablets.
Dal-bhaat is provided everywhere, however the menu is less varied than at Annapurna Base Camp and Ghorepani. The lodges serve organic fresh meals, including breakfast, lunch, and dinner, upon request.
If the child can walk for about 6-7 hours, then you can trek with the child too. We recommend having an extra porter if the child is very young.