Khopra Danda Trek - 9 Days

Upon your arrival at Tribhuvan International Airport in Kathmandu, our representative will greet you and transfer you to your hotel. After check-in, you can relax or explore the vibrant streets of Kathmandu. In the evening, there will be a short briefing about the trek, and you'll have the opportunity to meet your trekking guide and fellow trekkers.

We begin our journey with a scenic drive from Pokhara to Nayapul, Syauli Bazaar, or Kimche. The drive offers beautiful views of the surrounding hills and valleys. Upon reaching the starting point, we commence our trek to Ghandruk, a charming Gurung village known for its rich culture and stunning mountain views. The trek takes about 4-5 hours. We stay overnight at a teahouse in Ghandruk.

After breakfast, we continue our trek from Ghandruk to Bayeli Kharka. The trail ascends through dense rhododendron and oak forests, offering occasional glimpses of the Annapurna and Dhaulagiri ranges. We pass through small settlements and terraced fields. The trek takes about 6-7 hours. We spend the night at a teahouse in Bayeli Kharka.

Today’s trek takes us from Bayeli Kharka to Khopra Danda, also known as Khopra Ridge. The trail offers stunning views of the surrounding peaks, including Annapurna South and Dhaulagiri. We reach Khopra Danda after about 5-6 hours of trekking. The ridge provides a spectacular vantage point for sunset and sunrise views over the Himalayas. We stay overnight at a teahouse in Khopra Danda.

After enjoying the sunrise from Khopra Danda, we begin our descent to Swanta. The trail passes through lush forests and terraced fields, offering beautiful views of the surrounding landscape. We trek for about 5-6 hours before reaching the picturesque village of Swanta. We stay overnight at a teahouse in Swanta.

Today, we trek from Swanta to Ghorepani, a popular trekking destination in the Annapurna region. The trail ascends through rhododendron forests and crosses several small streams. After about 6-7 hours of trekking, we reach Ghorepani, where we stay overnight at a teahouse. Ghorepani offers stunning views of the surrounding peaks.

We start early in the morning to hike up to Poon Hill, one of the best viewpoints in the Annapurna region. The hike takes about an hour, and from the top, we enjoy panoramic views of the Annapurna and Dhaulagiri ranges at sunrise. After descending to Ghorepani for breakfast, we continue our trek to Birethanti, which takes about 5-6 hours. From Birethanti, we drive back to Pokhara and check into our hotel.

After breakfast, we drive back to Kathmandu, a journey of about 6-7 hours. Upon arrival, you will be transferred to your hotel. The rest of the day is free for you to relax, do some last-minute shopping, or explore more of Kathmandu. In the evening, there will be a farewell dinner to celebrate the successful completion of the trek.

After breakfast, our representative will transfer you to Tribhuvan International Airport for your final departure. We hope you had an unforgettable experience on the Khopra Danda Trek and look forward to welcoming you back to Nepal in the future.