Annapurna Khopra Danda And Khayer Lake Trek
- 13 Days
Adult
Description
Duration
13 Days
Group Size
1-20+
Annapurna Khopra Danda And Khayer Lake Trek Overview
One of the recently opened hiking routes in the Annapurna region is the Khopra Danda Trek. The Khopra Danda walk, also known as the Khopra Ridge trek, is a fantastic substitute for the busier and more well-liked Ghorepani trek because it takes you higher and to another incredible Annapurnas perspective. Northeast of Pokhara, on the border of the districts of Myagdi and Kaski, is where you'll find the Khopra Danda Khayer Lake Trek. The Dhaulagiri settlement of Ghorepani is pretty near to the Khopra Ridge. If you want the ideal week-long tour with stunning scenery, this walk is one to consider. Before ascending Khopra Ridge, the path follows a local track that leads you into a valley to the north of Ghorepani. One of the most excellent short treks in Nepal, without a doubt.
Included
- To ensure your safety and provide a smooth arrival experience, Asian Adventures offers complimentary airport pick-up and drop-off services for both international and domestic arrivals and departures.
- Representatives of Asian Adventures will be waiting for you at the airport with an Asian Adventures banner and your name placard for easy identification. The representative will also carry an official company ID card for verification.
- According to the trekking package itinerary, Asian Adventures arranges three nights of accommodation in Kathmandu in your selected hotel category, ranging from tourist-standard to five-star hotels.
- Asian Adventures provides experienced, government-authorized (licensed) high-altitude trekking guides throughout the trekking period.
- Surface transportation required during the trek and in major cities, as specified in the itinerary, is included.
- As per the itinerary, Asian Adventures arranges regular domestic flight tickets from Kathmandu to Lukla and Lukla to Kathmandu for trekking members and guides.
- During the trek, Asian Adventures provides comfortable accommodation in carefully selected tea houses (excluding chain hotels).
- Most lunches are taken along the trekking route, while breakfast and dinner are served at the tea house where you stay overnight. Asian Adventures provides clean and freshly prepared breakfast, lunch, and dinner, along with tea or coffee, from the tea house menu throughout the trek.
- To ensure your comfort and protection from cold weather, we provide clean and warm down jackets and sleeping bags during the trek.
- Asian Adventures allows up to 15 kg of personal trekking equipment per person, carried by porters, yaks, or mules during the trekking period.
- Since Everest Base Camp lies within the Sagarmatha National Park area, Asian Adventures provides all required national park permits.
- The Trekkers' Information Management System (TIMS) permit is mandatory for trekking in the Everest region. Asian Adventures arranges this permit for all trekkers.
- First-aid medical kits are provided for both trekkers and staff to ensure health and safety during the journey.
- Communication is an important safety factor in remote Himalayan regions. Therefore, Asian Adventures equips trekking guides with satellite phones for emergency situations.
- During your trek, Asian Adventures ensures clean, nutritious, and freshly prepared meals at tea houses.
- The quoted package price includes all official service charges, government fees, taxes, and VAT. There are no hidden costs beyond the stated price.
- Before departing Kathmandu, we invite you to join us for a farewell dinner at a traditional Nepali restaurant with a cultural performance. This provides a wonderful opportunity to experience Nepali culture and traditions.
- As a souvenir of your Himalayan adventure, Asian Adventures will present you with an Asian Adventures T-shirt, Pashmina, and company brochure before your departure.
Excluded
- Kathmandu offers a wide variety of high-quality restaurants serving Nepali and international cuisine. Therefore, lunch and dinner in Kathmandu (except the farewell dinner provided by Asian Adventures) are not included in the package cost and must be arranged by the client.
- Personal expenses such as snacks, packed foods, chocolates, energy bars, mineral water, soft drinks, energy drinks, alcoholic beverages, and cigarettes during the trek are not included. These items can be purchased individually according to personal preference.
- Expenses related to personal trekking equipment, laundry services, gratuities (tips), telephone calls, mobile services, internet usage, walkie-talkies, satellite phone usage, and other personal communication services are not included in the package.
- Trekking in the Himalayas is an adventurous activity conducted in remote mountain regions. For your safety, all participants must obtain comprehensive travel insurance before arriving in Nepal. The insurance policy should cover emergency helicopter evacuation, medical treatment, hospitalization, and other related expenses.
- International airfare to and from Nepal and the Nepal tourist visa fee are not included in the package cost and must be arranged by the traveler.
- Any additional expenses arising from unforeseen circumstances beyond our control, including natural disasters, adverse weather conditions, landslides, political disturbances, strikes, flight delays or cancellations, and changes in government regulations, are not included in the package cost.
- Costs associated with additional staff or services requested beyond those specified in the package are not included and will be charged separately.
- Any services not specifically listed under the "Package Includes" section will be considered additional services and will incur extra charges.
- Tipping is not included in the package price. Tipping guides, porters, and support staff is a customary practice in Nepal's trekking industry and is greatly appreciated as recognition of their hard work and service. The amount is entirely at the discretion of the client.
Travel Itinerary
Day 1 - Arrival in Kathmandu
Arrival at Kathmandu Airport and transfer to the requested category hotel accommodation in Kathmandu (1350M/4430ft).
Day 2 - Drive or flights from Kathmandu to Pokhara (915m/3,002ft.)
Flight from Kathmandu to Pokhara (915m/ 3,002ft.) Takes about 25 minutes by Flight. Overnight at a request hotel accommodation in Pokhara(Service: Kathmandu Pokhara flight transportation, Hotel accommodation in B/B plan)
Day 3 - Drive from Pokhara to Ghandruk (1940m/6,335ft).
Drive from Pokhara to Kimsee and then trek to Ghandruk (1940m/6,335ft). (Service: Private Jeep/Hiace transportation, Trekking guide, porter, tea house accommodation in full board package B, L, D)
Day 4 - Trek from Ghandruk to Tadapani (2630M/8,638ft).
Trek from Ghandruk to Tadapani (2630M/8,638ft). overnight at a tea house accommodation. (Service: Trekking guide, porter, tea house accommodation in full board package B, L, D)
Day 5 - Trek from Tadapani to Dobato (3,420m/11,225ft.)
Trek from Tadapani to Dobato (3,420m/11,225ft.) (Service: Trekking guide, porter, tea house accommodation in full board package B, L, D)
Day 6 - Trek from Dobato to Khopra Ridge (3650m/11,975ft.).
Trek from Dobato to Khopra Ridge (3650m/11,975ft.) (Service: Trekking guide, porter, tea house accommodation in full board package B, L, D)
Day 7 - Trek from Khopra Ridge Khayar Lake(4,600m/15,100) and back to Khopra (3650m/11,975ft.)
Trek from Khopra Ridge to Khayar Lake (4,600m/15,100) and back to Khopra (3650m/11,975ft.) (Service: Trekking guide, porter, tea house accommodation in full board package B, L, D)
Day 8 - Trek from Khopra Ridge to Swanta (2,214m/7,263ft.).
Trek from Khopra Ridge to Swanta (2214m/7263ft.) (Service: Trekking guide, porter, tea house accommodation in full board package B, L, D)
Day 9 - Trek from Swanta to Ghorepani village (1940m/6,335ft).
Trek from Swanta to Ghorepani village (2700m/8860ft.) (Service: Trekking guide, porter, tea house accommodation in full board package B, L, D)
Day 10 - Trek from Ghorepani to Poonhill (3,210m/10,530ft.) to Tatopani (1190m | 3,904 ft.).
Trek from Ghorepani to Poonhill (3180m/10433ft) to Tatopani (1190m | 3,904 ft.), 05-06hrs) Early in the morning you will enjoy the sunrise view over Mt. Dhaulagiri, Tukuche peak, Nilgiri, Mt. Annapurna and Lamjung Himal from Poonhill lodge accommodation in Tatopani Enjoy with natural hot spring (Service: Trekking guide, porter, tea house accommodation in full board package B, L, D)
Day 11 - Drive from Tatopani to Pokhara.
Drive from Tatopani to Pokhara, which takes about three hours, then flight from Pokhara to Kathmandu, which takes about 25 minutes, overnight at your Hotel accommodation. (Service: Tatopani-Pokhara private transportation. Airport drop, airport pick up and flight transportation, hotel accommodation in Kathmandu (B/B plan)
Day 12 - Sightseeing tour in Kathmandu
Full-day Kathmandu guided sightseeing tour in Kathmandu ( Kathmandu durbar square, Swyambhunath, Pashupatinath and Buddhanath stupa ) (Service: Tour guide, Entrance fees, Private Jeep transportation, hotel accommodation in Kathmandu in B/B plan)
Day 13 - Final Departure
Drop at the airport for final departure. (service: Airport drop service )
Maps
Frequently Asked Questions
The Khopra Danda and Khayer Lake Trek is now one of the most popular trekking routes in Nepal due to its short duration, stunning scenery, and rich culture. This thirteen-day trek takes you through Gurung ethnic settlements, beautiful forest, and beautiful mountain vistas.
In Nepal, we have four distinct seasons: Spring (March - May), Monsoon/Summer (June - August), Autumn (September - November), and Winter (December - February). Satori Adventures offers trekking programs throughout the year, in line with Nepal’s tourism slogan, “Nepal for All Seasons.” Each season presents different conditions. During the monsoon, heavy rainfall can cause landslides and flooding, making travel more challenging in the mountains. In winter, temperatures in the Himalayas drop and heavy snowfall may pose some challenges to trek.
As you are in a new country and exposing to unfamiliar bacteria and viruses, caution is required. Tap water in villages and teahouses used by locals is not safe to drink directly. Drinking untreated water can lead to stomach upsets, diarrhea, or other illnesses, which can spoil your travel experience. You can buy bottled water at most teahouses along the trek, which is a safe option. However, for environmental reasons and because it becomes expensive at higher altitudes, it is better to limit bottled water use.
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