Activities : Trekking, Sightseeing
Best Month : October to December and March to May
Transportation : Private Car & Bus
Accommodation : Lodge/Tea House
Style : Tea house
Max Elevation : 4540mt
Meal : Breakfast & 2 special dinners in Kathmandu and Full board meals during the trek
Trip Route : Kathmandu-Pokhara-Ghandruk-Bayali-Khopradanda-Ghorepani-Pokhara-Kathmandu
Khopra Trek leads you off the beaten path from the main trail to Ghorepani Poon Hill. It offers very close views of the Himalayas and takes to the unique trail where people hardly get this opportunity. From Khopra danda one can explore beautiful valley and panoramic views from Dhaulagiri to Langtang which is magnificent Himalayan range. The majestic view of Annapurna south gives a perfect reflection which touches your heart.
Trek to Khopra begins from scenic ride to Pokhara and a lead up through Ghandruk village which is the biggest Gurung village has beautiful settlement. The trail continues follow to Tadapani and off the beaten trail to Bayali which is following the forest of Rhododendron and pine. It is not the normal tourist trail so you may not meet people on the way. As this is new trek route to closer to Annapurnas, there are very basic tea house available. So prepare for this. The trail leads even close to Annapurna South to Khopradanda which offers great sunrise view with panoramic views of Annapurna and Dhaulagiri with entire range. The Khayar Lake is another attraction of this trek which is really beautiful and quite. Then the trail turns other way down to Swanta and up to Ghorepani then ends at Pokhara.
Khopra trekking is a great option to watch close view of Annapurnas and walk through the new trail to experience really nice views. It may be difficult when there is snow otherwise not too hard but gets high enough to see great Himalayas.
Day 01: Arrival day
Day 02: Trek Preparation and Kathmandu city tour
Day 03: Kathmandu to Pokhara (by bus/flight an option)
Day 04: Pokhara to Ghandruk
Day 05: Ghandruk to Tadapani
Day 06: Tadapani to Bayali
Day 07: Bayali to Khopra Danda
Day 08: Explore day (Visit Khayar Lake)
Day 09: Khopra danda to Swanta
Day 10: Swanta to Ghorepani
Day 11: Ghorepani to Pokhara
Day 12: Pokhara to Kathmandu (by bus/flight an option)
Day 13: Final departure day
Day 01: Arrival day (1,300m/4,264 ft)
AME Trek representative would pick you up as per your arrival instructions from the airport and transfer you to the hotel in Thamel. If your flight is during the day our official manager would greet you at the hotel and instruct you further program as per our itinerary. At the same evening we would take you for our official welcome dinner at typical Nepalese restaurant where you can enjoy cultural ethnic dance and music. Overnight at the hotel
Day 02: Trek preparation and Kathmandu city tour
After breakfast our official manager manage your meeting with our tour leader and driver who would take you to explore the city that has cultural beauty with its beautiful arts. Our tour leads you to Pashupatinath Temple, Boudhnath stupa, Swyambhunath temple and Kathmandu durbar square, those are listed on the world heritage site. After the tour we would clear up the balance amount and brief you again about your upcoming trek with us along with our trek leader. At the same time we would discuss about the equipments and as we would offer you sleeping bag, down jacket, trekking maps and duffel bag which helps to pack up yourself for the trip. Overnight at the hotel.
Day 03: Kathmandu to Pokhara by bus (flight is an option)
Today we take long drive to Pokhara which is aout 7 hours scenic drive through Prithivi Highway which offers great views of the country side and Himalayas towards north. The bus journey starts at 7am and reach to Pokhara by2pm. It has 2 stops along the way and even more if you require. This journey with our trek leader and sherpas who will take you to our hotel in Pokhara and evening stroll around the lake and overnight stay in Pokhara.
Day 04: Pokhara to Ghandruk
After breakfast in Pokhara your trek begins with an hour car ride to Nayapul and the trail drops down to the river towards Birethanti. After crossing suspension bridge at Birethanti the trail leads up to Modi Khola towards Sauli which is pleasant walking on the river bank. Then the trail leads uphill through stone steps to Ghandruk which offers great scenery of farm terraces, village settlements, waterfalls and Mt. Annapurnas as well as Mt. Fishtail. After short rest at the lodge, walk around the village to explore its cultural beauty. Overnight at the lodge.
Day 05: Ghandruk to Tadapani
After hot breakfast at Ghandruk, the trail leads up to Bhaisekharka through the forest and continue up to the Tadapani. Mostly the trail offers scenic views of Annapurnas and forest offers pleasant walk through. Overnight stay at the lodge.
Day 06: Tadapani to Bayali
Breakfast at the lodge and continue walk through the new trail towards north ridge at Bayali. Today the trail is narrow and offers most beautiful view of Annapurna South with Modi Khola valley at the down view with the green forest of Pine and Rhodondern. Stay overnight at tea house.
Day 07: Bayali to Khopradanda
After breakfast at the tea house, the walk begins uphill to the ridge and has majestic views of Annapurnas and the other valley of Kaligandaki. It is mostly jungle walk today with beautiful ride which offers great scenery. Overnight at the tea house.
Day 08: Explore day (visit khayar lake)
Today is explore day to visit beautiful lake where very few people know about it. It is located at an altitude of 4600m above sea level even higher than Annapurna Base Camp and the water is so clear. It is said by the locals that leopard comes there to drink water and there are beautiful birds that you can see. It is 5 hours walk which is really worth walking.
Day 09: Khopradanda to Swanta
It is down hill today at the beginning and up again to cross ridge to get to Swanta. Swanta offers beautiful view of Kali gandaki valley and Mt. Dhauligiri with surroundings peaks. Swanta offers basic tea house for overnight.
Day 10: Swanta to Ghorepani
After breakfast at the tea house the trail drops down to Chtre and up to Ghorepani which is popular trekking trail again where you meet other trekkers. Ghorepani is popular spot for trekkers to see beautiful distance views of Annapurnas and Dhauligiri. Poon hill is another attraction of Ghorepani where most people do sunrise trip which is the best views to all Annapurnas from the same spot.
Day 11: Ghorepani to Pokhara
Early morning wake up to watch sunrise view at Poon hill and trek down to have breakfast at the lodge then continue down to Nayapul to get bus ride to Pokhara. It is long downhill and have nice accommodation to relax. You have free evening to rest yourself or you may like to go to the bar to drink or for better dinner than on the mountain. Stay overnight at the hotel.
Day 12: Pokhara to Kathmandu by bus (flight is an option)
It is early morning drive to Kathmandu by standard tourist coach which is tiring journey after trek. Another option is to get flight out to Kathmandu (the price may vary). Arrive in Kathmandu and evening dinner with us to discuss about our proposed services. We are happy to get suggestions and feedback from you which help to improve our services. Overnight stay in Kathmandu.
Day 13: Departure day
It is the final day of your trip with us. If you have extra days you can extend your stay with us. Otherwise we would give final airport transfer as per flight timing. If you have evening flight you can stroll around the hotel or Thamel or possibly you may like to prepare trip photos or emailing your friends and family.
Trip Cost Include
-Airport pick up and drop by private vehicle
-3 Nights twin sharing accommodation in Kathmandu at tourist standard hotel with breakfast
-2 Nights twin sharing accommodation in Pokhara
-One full day guided city tour by private vehicle
-Welcome dinner and farewell dinner at one of the best Nepalese restaurant with traditional ethnic music and dance
-Annapurna trekking permits and Tims permits
-Bus transportation to Pokhara and return from Pokhara by standard Tourist Bus ( Car or air transport is possible with extra charges)
-Breakfast in the city and full meals during the trek
-Gov. licensed and well trained English speaking guide and his entire expenses
-A porter (One porter for each 2 members) and his entire expenses
-Insurance of Guide and Porter
-All required local tax and Gov tax
-Down jackets and sleeping bags
Trip Cost Exclude
-Nepal arrival visa
-Meals in the city except breakfast and above mentioned special dinner
-Monument entrance fees
-Your personal nature expenses eg. Mineral water, Beer, Coke and entire beverage etc
-Travel insurance that covers trip cancelation and Helicopter evacuation
-Tips and any other extending trips and accommodation.
Special Note: On our trip you are able to schedule your own departure dates. We are able to depart our trip every day (only Nepal). So kindly choose your own date as per your convenient. Contact us to schedule your own departure day.
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