Khopra is a ridge that goes towards the towering Annapurna range through the jungle, right next to Annapurna Himalaya Range. Thus trekking is famous as Khopra Danda trekking, as Danda translates to ridge. Khopra danda is a new destination in Annapurna Himalaya, near poonhill.
Khopra danda is a famous trekking destination among Nepali trekkers as well. Khorpa is famous for its sunrise and Sunset view.
Apart from Khopra ridge itself; side trip to Khayer lake is admired by trekkers trekking to Khopra danda route.
In the recent past; Khopra danda top used to be a yak farm spot in history. As yak sheds used to migrate from one place to another place in search of food, khopra danda used to be a spring shed for yaks. You still can see yak on the trail. Yak are mountain cows with long fur and funny/lovely horns. Caution! The horns of yaks are dangerous.
In this trek; as a trending trekking route of Annapurna, you will explore the nature, mountain & beautiful landscape of the deepest river Valley of Kaligandaki Gorge.
A dense jungle trekking destination Khopra is also famous for its location, very close to the Annapurna range. Trekking route is inside the forest, which means the chance of exploring varieties of flora and fauna in the route is diverse. Khayer lake of Khopra Danda trekking is one of the major attractions. Khayer Lake is far from Khopra danda & takes a day hike.
Best time to go
As most of the trekking trail goes along the jungle – avoid trekking to Khorpa danda in the monsoon.
Winter might be a fun time to trek to Khopra danda. But do not try to navigate yourself. During snowy trail trek in the winter – follow your trekking guide, strictly.
After all the omissions; trekking to Khopra danda during the months of March, April, May, September, October and early November is regarded as the best months. There are spring and autumn months for Nepali weather, respectively.
Winter trekking to Khopra danda can be the best way to get a good view of the sunrise or sunset. Trekking in winter also shows you the frozen lake of Khayer. And this season trekking gives you a peaceful surrounding, as very few trekkers trek in Nepal in the winter season.
Looking forward to Khopra Danda Trekking
Trekking route has an outstanding view of Mountains from Dhaulagiri range and Annapurna range. Khopra danda trek is distinguished from Poonhill trek for few reasons as below:
- Khopra is a new trekking route of Annapurna, Poon hill is old famous
- Poonhill is considered easy trek but Khopra Danda trek is not hard but also not easy – a moderate trek
- More than 50% of trek is jungle trekking for Khopra danda trek whereas less than 30% of trekking route of Poon hill is inside the jungle
- Accommodation of Poonhill trek is better than Khopra trek
- Khopra danda trek has closer to mountains than Poon hill
- Altitude of Poonhill trek is 500 meter lower than poon hill
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Khopra ridge trekking trail takes trekkers to solitude and peace, away from the crowded paths of Annapurna base camp /(Annapurna circuit) & Ghorepani Ghandruk trail. Khopra trail takes you to the peace after separating from the main trail at Tadapani, Tadapani is the junction point of Ghorepani Poonhill trekking trail and the massive Annapurna trekking trail.
Fewer people, closer view of the mountain range, more peaceful, lush green jungle & beauty of nature are the attractions of this emerging trekking trail. Hikers will enjoy the nature, wildlife and Geo-diversity of this trek. This trek is suitable for those who enjoy a quieter trail and who are OK with basic accommodation. Find more information from our support team.
Outline Itinerary for Khopra Danda Trekking – 11 Days
- Day 1 – Arrival in Kathmandu (1450m/4727ft) and transfer to Hotel
- Day 2 – Sightseeing in Kathmandu valley with guide in a private car
- Day 3 – Drive to Pokhara, continue driving to Ghandruk
- Day 4 – Trek to Tadapani (2,590m8444ft)
- Day 5 – Trek to Dobato (3,350m/10921ft): 4-5 hours
- Day 6 – Trek from Dobato to Upper Chistibung (2,975m/9699ft) 4-5 hours
- Day 7 – Chistibung to Khopra Ridge (3,660m/11736ft): 3-4 hours
- Day 8 – Rest day: Side trip to Khayer Lake (4,500m/14670): 10-11 hours
- Day 9 – Khwopra Ridge to Swanta (2,200m7172ft): 5-6 hours
- Day 10 – Trek Swanta to Ulleri (2,050 m/6683): 5-6 hours
- Day 11 – Hike back to Naya Pul and drive to Pokhara: 5-6 hours
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Cost of Khopra Danda Trekking– Nepalgram Adventure
| S.No. | Luxury | All Incl | Service | |
| 1 | Cost (in USD $) Details | 1260 | 715 | 465 |
| 2 | Licensed Guide | √ | √ | √ |
| 3 | Accommodation during trek | Standard | Private | × |
| 4 | Transportation to trek start point | Private | Shared | Shared |
| 5 | Shower | √ | √ | √ |
| 6 | Airport/bus terminal Shuttle service | Private | Private | × |
| 7 | Hotel at KTM/Pokhara | 5 Star | Standard | × |
| 8 | Food on trek(BLD) | Unlimited Meal | 3 Meal | × |
| 9 | Desert | From Menu | Fresh Fruit | × |
| 10 | Soft drink | unlimited | 1 | × |
| 11 | Porter | Private | Shared | × |
| 12 | Company Cap & T-shirt | √ | √ | × |
| 13 | Dawn Jacket & Sleeping – bag to be returned | √ | √ | × |
| 14 | Hard drink | Local Brand | × | × |
| 15 | Warm up hike | √ | × | × |
| 16 | Farewell party/dinner | √ | × | × |
| 17 | Buffer day for trek | √ | × | × |
| 18 | Food in the city | × | × | × |
Note – Minimum people in group must be 02 so as to apply above price range.
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Price & Details of other packages of Nepalgram
All Inclusive package
Price for All Inclusive Package = USD $715 per person – for Min 2 people in the group
“All inclusive package is a common package offered by all most all the trekking agencies in Nepal.”
COST DETAILS OF ALL INCLUSIVE PACKAGE
Cost Includes of Khopra Danda Trekking – All inclusive package
- 2 night Standard Hotel in Pokhara and 3 night in Kathmandu (according to the itinerary), B/B (bed and breakfast)
- All accommodations Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner during the trek
- All necessary paper works (ACAP) entry permit & Trekker`s information management system (Tims) and Local fees; if applicable.
- Fluent English speaking and trained, Government license holder guide including all his salary, food, drinks, accommodation, transport and insurance during the trekking.
- All the Transportation
- Guided sightseeing tour in Kathmandu & Pokhara in A/C Car.
- Sightseeing entrance fees.
- A helpful porter with proper equipment (one porter for two people), if you need.
- Medical supplies (first aid kit). And regular oxygen saturation check up by oxymeter.
- All government taxes and office expenses.
- Card processing fee for online payable amount
- Added Value – (1) Dawn sleeping bag, Dawn Jacket to be returned after the trek (2) Waterproof duffel Bag, Walking Poles, quick dry T-shirt, Cap – to take away (3) Oxymeter to check your oxygen saturation and Heart beat with medical kit box carried by Guide (4) Satellite Phone for extremely remote destination
Cost Excludes of Khopra Danda Trekking – All inclusive package
- Nepal entry visa fee (you may easily issue the visa upon your arrival at International Airport – Kathmandu). You need 30$ dollar visa fee for 15 days, cash money will be easier.
- Food while you are in Kathmandu.
- Your Travel and medical insurance.
- All the alcoholic and non-alcoholic hot and cold drinks, tea or coffee in the morning are included with breakfast.
- Tips for the guide, porter and driver (Tipping is expected).
Guide+B/B Package OR Service package
“Service package comes with all arrangement for your trek except food and accommodation in the cities – which you can do by yourself on this modern era.”
Price for Guide+B/B Package (service Package) = USD $465 per person – for Min 2 people in the group
COST DETAILS OF SERVICEÂ PACKAGE
Cost Includes of Khopra Danda Trekking for Guide+B/B Package
- All necessary paper works (ACAP) entry permit & Trekker`s information management system (Tims) and Local fees; if applicable.
- Fluent English speaking and trained, Government license holder guide including all his salary, food, drinks, accommodation, transport and insurance during the trekking.
- All the Transportation
- Guided sightseeing tour in Kathmandu & Pokhara in A/C Car.
- A helpful porter with proper equipment (one porter for two people), if you need.
- Medical supplies (first aid kit). And regular oxygen saturation check up by oxymeter.
- All government taxes and office expenses.
- Added Value – (1) Dawn sleeping bag, Dawn Jacket to be returned after the trek (2) Waterproof duffel Bag, Walking Poles, quick dry T-shirt, Cap – to take away (3) Oxymeter to check your oxygen saturation and Heart beat with medical kit box carried by Guide (4) Satellite Phone for extremely remote destination
Cost Excludes of Khopra Danda Trekking for Guide+B/B Package
- Nepal entry visa fee (you may easily issue the visa upon your arrival at International Airport – Kathmandu). You need 30$ dollar visa fee for 15 days, cash money will be easier.
- Sightseeing entrance fees.
- Your Travel and medical insurance.
- All the alcoholic and non-alcoholic hot and cold drinks.
- Tips for the guide, porter and driver (Tipping is expected).
- All food and accommodation
- Anything not illustrated on the inclusion section
LUXURY PACKAGE
“Luxury package comes with comfortable trip possible in the Himalayan circumstances and inside Nepal. Every service we use for your Luxury package will be best available.”
Price for luxury package = USD $1260 per person – for Min 2 people in the group
COST DETAILS OF LUXURY PACKAGE
Cost Includes of Khopra Danda Trekking for Luxury Package
- 3 night 5 star Hotel in Pokhara and 2 night in Kathmandu (according to the itinerary), B/B (bed and breakfast)
- Best available accommodations with Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner with all drink during the trek
- All necessary paper works (ACAP) entry permit & Trekker`s information management system (Tims) and Local fees; if applicable.
- Fluent English speaking and trained, Government license holder guide including all his salary, food, drinks, accommodation, transport and insurance during the trekking.
- Transportation from kathmandu – pokhara; both way and trek start – finish point (to and forth)
- A helpful porter with proper equipment (one porter for one trekker).
- Medical supplies (first aid kit). And regular oxygen saturation check up by oxymeter.
- All government taxes and office expenses.
- Card processing fee for online payable amount
- Added Value – (1) Dawn sleeping bag, Dawn Jacket to be returned after the trek (2) Waterproof duffel Bag, Walking Poles, quick dry T-shirt, Cap – to take away (3) Oxymeter to check your oxygen saturation and Heart beat with medical kit box carried by Guide (4) Satellite Phone for extremely remote destination
- Guided sightseeing tour in Kathmandu & Pokhara in an A/C Car.
- Kathmandu and Pokhara sightseeing entrance fee, if applicable.
- All the non-alcoholic hot and cold drinks, tea or coffee.
- Tips for the guide, porter and driver.
Cost Excludes of Khopra Danda Trekking for luxury package
- Nepal entry visa fee (you may easily issue the visa upon your arrival at International Airport – Kathmandu). You need 30$ dollar visa fee for 15 days, cash money will be easier.
- Your Travel and medical insurance.
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