Overview for Khopra Ridge Trek via Ghorepani In Nepal
- Trip Code: CT-10033
- Package: Khopra Ridge Trek via Ghorepani In Nepal
- Duration: 12 Day(s)
- Max Alt.: 4,700m/ 15,416 Ft.
- Trip Level:
ModerateRequires some level of experience in trekking with basic physical ability.
- Group Size: Min. 2- Max. 12
- Start At: Kathmandu
- Ends At: Kathmandu
- Transportation: Tourist Bus | Domestic Flight | Private Vehicle
- Accommodation: Hotel | Guet House
- Best Season: March- April- May- Aug- Sep- Oct- Nov- Dec- January- Feb- June- July
- Trip Route: Nayapul- Ulleri- Ghorepani- Poonhill- Stwata/Swanta -Khopra Danda -Annapurna South GlacierTadapani- Pokhara
Trip Highlights
- The Beauty of Lakeside, Pokhara
- Beautiful drive from Pokhara to Hille
- Ghorepani village
- Poonhill hike and soul captivating sunrise view of the mountains
- Khopra Ridge and Kaire Lake
The Khopra Trek is one fairly new rural trek in Nepal which is located at the Annapurna region. It is one of the most beautiful trekking routes in Nepal containing all the essential elements of classic trekking experience of Nepal such as rich cultural villages, flora and fauna, panoramic views of the Himalayan ranges of Annapurna region, beautiful landscapes filled with verdant vegetation and alpine forests. The Khopra Ridge trek in Nepal also offers the remarkable views of the Mountain peaks of Nepal like Mt. Dhulagiri (8,167m), Mt. Nilgiri (7,061m), Annapurna South (7,219m), Annapurna First (8,091m), Fishtail Mountain (6,997m), Mardi Himal (5,553m), and Mt. Manaslu ( 8,156m). Spreading down from the Annapurna South towards the worlds deepest gorge, the Khopra Ridge trek offers a splendid balcony to behold the Himalayas. Other major attraction during this trek in Annapurna region is the Kaire Lake which requires a little bit of hike from the Khopra Danda.
The Khopra Ridge trek with Ghorepani route also welcomes its travelers with warm hospitality of the Gurung community. This culturally rich tribe of people is the major occupants of this part of the Annapurna region. The topography of this region is like a beautiful portrait of majestic Himalayan tapestry as a background. The Khopra Ridge trek can be done by anyone having enthusiasm for trekking as the trails being relatively easy to moderate. The Khopra Ridge trek makes for a memorable trekking experience in Nepal.
It is also one of the best value-for-money treks in Nepal when it comes to the cost of Khopra Ridge trek with Ghorepani. Spring is the best time to make this trip as you'll be passing through lush green dense Rhododendron forest. The scenery is really astonishing and you'll regret if you forget your camera alongside.
Trip Itinerary of Khopra Ridge Trek via Ghorepani In Nepal
Arrival at Kathmandu
A company representative from Core Treks will come to pick you up at the airport. After that we'll be taking you to your hotel. After taking some rest we'll meet you at our office or at your hotel and have a short briefing session regarding our travel. Feel free to ask any question you might have regarding the trek. If you want to explore the city we might as well walk around the street of Thamel and it's even possible to do some last minute shopping. There're no further activities for the day so you might as well check into the hotel.
Kathmandu to Pokhara
There are two options regarding our travel to Pokhara; by air travel or by drive. A flight would take around 25 minutes to reach whereas driving to Pokhara might take around 7 hours. It depends on how you want to travel. Whether you want to enjoy the scenic highway drive of Nepal or a short scenic flight and enjoy the rest of the day at chilling or exploring Pokhara, it is up to you. We'll rest at the beautiful lakeside city of Pokhara for the night.
Pokhara to Hille to Ulleri
Our trekking journey begins on this day as we head towards Hille upon having our breakfast in Pokhara. A drive of about 3 hours will take us to Hille from where we start our trekking journey. We climb through the trails as we move forward towards the village of Ulleri. Some small waterfalls can be sighted along the way.
Ulleri to Ghorepani
Altitude:
Walk approx. 4:30 min.
We make our journey towards the dense village of Ghorepani on this day. The trail is mostly uphill but it isn't very hard either. Our trail is filled with verdant forests and some small waterfalls and streams give us company along the way. We then make way towards the stone paved roads to reach Ghorepani. Ghorepani is a beautiful village with Himalayan ranges surrounding it which is an amazing view to behold. We'll call it a day upon reaching Ghorepani and rest early as we'll be waking up pretty early the next morning.
Ghorepani to Swanta Village (with a short hike to Poonhill)
We'll be waking up at the dawn as we make our way up to the Poonhill hill station to enjoy a great panoramic sunrise view of the Annapurna Mountain range. The view is truly spectacular as the sun kisses the snow capped mountains and the mountain changes its color from white to gold. After spending sometime here, we head back to Ghorepani. After having breakfast, we make our way towards the Swanta Village. The walk on this day extends up to 6-7 hours as we finally come to our destination for the day, the Swanta village.
Swanta Village to Khopra Danda
The walk is long on this day. We'll be walking the trail with the views of the Annapurna Range alongside with along with lovely terraced fields and traditional houses made of stones and mud. After a long trek, we'll reach to the Swanta Village where we'll be resting for the night. Once you reach there, the Mountain peaks are gorgeously revealed.
Exploring the Sacred Kaire Lake and Annapurna South Glacier
We'll be visiting the Kaire Lake today from where the views of the Mountain Fang and other surrounding peaks can be seen in their natural beauty. The walk upto Kaire Lake is loand and often takes several hours going back and forth from the village. If you do not feel like making a long journey on this day, you can even opt for a half a day of walk.
Khopra Danda to Bayuli
We start descending back as we begin our return journey to Pokhara. We'll be encountering more trekkers with contrast to the quiet and isolated trekking trail to the Khopra Ridge. We'll descend through verdant forest of rhododendron, alpine and bamboo finally reaching to Bayuli. This will be the stop for the day.
We follow the main trekking trail of the Ghorepani-Annapurna Base Camp circuit and make our way towards the Tadapani village. During this trek, we can encounter many villages. The trek is fairly easy and upon reaching Tadapani we'll call it a day and rest for the night.
Bayuli to Tadapan
We follow the main trekking trail of the Ghorepani-Annapurna Base Camp circuit and make our way towards the Tadapani village. During this trek, we can encounter many villages. The trek is fairly easy and upon reaching Tadapani we'll call it a day and rest for the night.
Tadapani to Ghandruk to Pokhara
This will be the final day of our trekking. We trek towards the culturally rich and beautiful village of Ghandruk after having our breakfast at Tadapani. We'll reach to Ghandruk sometime during the afternoon where we'll also be stopping for lunch. The village is a beautiful place to be with the splendid views of the mountains and warm hospitality from the village people. You can see the traditional stone houses in this village. After that, a vehicle will come to pick us up which will take us to Pokhara. We'll enjoy our evening at the lakeside and savor the beauty of this place for one last time.
Pokhara to Kathmandu
We'll return back to Kathmandu via the mode of transportation of your choice (i.e. by air flight or by drive). We'll drive back to Kathmandu and back to your hotel. After resting for a bit, we'll be organizing a dinner party for our fellow guests where you'll be taken to a traditional Nepalese cuisine restaurant.
Departure
Our travel journey has now come to an end as we say our goodbyes and take you to the Tribhuvan International Airport 2 hours prior to your flight time. We'll come to pick you at your hotel and a representative will drive alongside you up till the departure gate at the airport.
Trip Includes
- Airport transfers by Private Vehicles.
- Standard twin- sharing accommodation in a three starts hotel in Kathmandu & Pokhara, breakfast included. (4 Nights).
- Twin sharing accommodation during trek. (7 Nights).
- Kathmandu – Pokhara– Kathmandu by Luxury tourist bus (If you want both ways private vehicle also available on additional cost).
- Pokhara to Hile (Trekking start Point) & Siwai to Pokhara by private vehicle.
- Three daily meals with tea/coffee (breakfast, lunch and dinner) during the trek.
- TIMS Fee- Trekkers' Information Management System & Annapurna Conservation area permit (Please bring 2 passport size photos).
- One highly experienced, helpful and friendly guide. Porters (1 porter for 2 people) and their food, accommodation, salary and equipment. Accident insurance for all staff
- Farewell dinner in a traditional Nepali restaurant with cultural performances.
- Personal care & attention.
- Local and government taxes.
Trip Excludes
- All kind of beverage including mineral water, Phone calls, laundry, hot shower during Trek
- Travel and Rescue Insurance
- Tipping to crew.
- Personal mountaineering gears
- Optional trips and sightseeing if extended
- International airfare and airport departure tax
- Visa fee, you obtain a visa easily upon your arrival at Tribhuwan International Airport Kathmandu
- Do not mention the services apart from the services mentioned in "Cost Included services"
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
The Khopra Ridge Trek via Ghorepani in Nepal is considered as a moderate level trek. It requires some level of hiking experience but still doable even if you have no experience at all. CoreTreks will provide a brief training session on mountaineering and safety precautions.
Yes, it is completely safe to trek to Khopra Ridge Trek via Ghorepani in Nepal. However it is highly recommended to take a professional guide with you along your journey. Be sure to attend the training session in order to be informed about the unforeseen threats and precautions for them.
During your trek to Khopra Ridge Trek via Ghorepani in Nepal, you can expect about 6 hours of hiking daily on the average, the beauty of Lakeside at Pokhara, scenic drive from Pokhara to Hille, Ghorepani village, Khopra Ridge and Kaire Lake.
The food is generally our traditional Nepali lunch which is Dal (Lentil Soup), Bhat (Boiled Rice), Tarkari (Veggies), and Achar (Pickle).
For the accommodation there are specially Hotels & Lodges, Tea houses, and Camping facilities. However due easy accessibility of hotels & lodges throughout the trial, camping is usually avoided during the Khopra Ridge Trek via Ghorepani in Nepal.
To book the Khopra Ridge Trek via Ghorepani in Nepal, CoreTreks offers you a number of booking options including:
- Online booking,
- Wire transfer OR,
- Cash on arrival
We recommend you to go through our booking policy before you head to the payment. In case of further inquiries please feel free to contact us.
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Additional Information
Useful Links:
Here are some links to useful information to help you plan your trip better:
- Travel Insurance
- Trek Packing List
- Responsible Tourism
- Free Travel Guide (New)
CoreTreks is always striving for customer satisfaction and quality services. At the same time, we do not compromise on our responsibilities. We discourage any activities that harm the surroundings as well as the people. Nepal is a country of respect, hence we encourage travelers to greet people and show respect to the culture and traditions.
Altitude Sickness:
Symptoms of Altitude Sickness may start once you reach 1500-2000 meters and upwards. If you gain altitude rapidly without letting your body adapt to the thin oxygen at higher altitudes, you are most likely to suffer from Altitude Sickness. But if you plan for acclimatization days to your itinerary, you are good to go.
The itinerary includes acclimatization days to avoid Altitude Sickness. The sickness is common at high altitudes. Please note that sickness is a topic to be taken very seriously. Here are some few extra preventions:
- Avoid climbing rapidly, give your body some time to adjust
- Drink more water, not less than 5 liters a day
- Eat more, eat often, and eat healthily
- Listen to your body, do not ignore symptoms
- Do not skip acclimatization days
- Be prepared in case of an emergency
Safety and Security
A comprehensive Travel Insurance is mandatory while trekking with CoreTreks. However, there are a few measures that you can implement to ensure safety:
- Secure your belongings
- Do not flash cash or jewelry
- Have an emergency plan
- Do not trek alone
- Only choose authorized trekking agencies
Trekking Equipment
CoreTreks will provide you with the essentials such as a Down jacket, four seasonal sleeping bags, a duffle bag, a t-shirt, a trekking map, a self-sufficient medical first aid kit, and more. These are to be returned after completion of the trek.
Personal mountaineering gears are not included but we will provide you with a list of equipment necessary for your trek.
Walking Hours
On average, walking time per day is 5-6 hours below 3,000m. For altitudes higher than 3,000m the average walking time is 3-5 hours per day. The walking hours may vary according to conditions but do not exceeds 6 hours mark per day.
Hiring a Porter/Guide
An experienced guide will be provided for a group of 1-5. A group consisting of 6-12 individuals will be provided with 2 professional guides. The package also includes a porter for every 2 individuals.
All our guides are licensed and well-experienced. They have been guiding with CoreTreks for almost a decade. Guides come in handy whenever you need some quick information, and to enhance overall trekking experience.
CUSTOMER REVIEWS
Beautiful hills and mesmerizing mountains
From: Portugal | On: 18 Sep, 2019
They say “Difficult roads often lead to a beautiful destination”, and Nepal is a living proof of that. We had a hard time trekking up the rough trials but the scenery from the top was mind-blowing.
I have been a traveler for almost a decade now and I have to say, I have never been so inspired by the nature like of Nepal. It’s truly a blessing to be able to get a chance to travel to a country full of people who treat you like family.
Thanks to CoreTreks for making this trip possible and planning our way in and out the Khopra ride. Also a huge thanks to the professional guiding team for making the trip twice as easier. I recommend CoreTreks for anyone who is looking for a getaway destination.
Feeling really inspired
From: Australia | On: 15 May, 2019
I’m happy to say that we accomplished the trekking to Khopra Ridge Trek via Ghorepani in Nepal. Everything in Nepal is really inspiring. The people, the place, the livelihood, everything.
It’s amazing to see how differently we utilize our time and effort being in the same planet. I’m truly inspired by the country and look forward to help in any possible way I can.
Huge thanks to CoreTreks and their guiding team for making this trip possible. They are really professional with their work and do not hesitate to go an extra mile for the comfort of their client. I recommend CoreTreks if you either planning for an adventure holiday or just for vacation.
What a wonderful experience
From: Switzerland | On: 23 May, 2018
Nepal is such a beauty. We had a really good trek which has made me feel healthier and refreshed. One of the things that I really loved during my trip is the lakeside of Pokhara. Resting alongside the lake is really a healing experience physically and spiritually.
Our trek to Ghorepani was an ultimate success, thanks to the professional guides from CoreTreks. Without them it would be impossible to accomplish this achievement of a lifetime.
I found transportation system in Nepal a little bit congested but the people in Nepal are really helpful and cheerful. They inspired me to be selfless in this selfish world.
Once again, thanks CoreTreks for planning and guiding us through the trials of the country towards Ghorepani. I highly recommend that you book your trip via this company. They will not disappoint you, for sure.
Refreshing trip to Ghorepani
From: United States | On: 06 Nov, 2017
I had a really good time in Nepal and I have to say that the guides and porters really helped me a lot. Although I gave some tips to them, it feels likes that’s not even close to meet that they did.
Trekking in the trials of Nepal is really refreshing and inspiring. Words cannot explain the beauty of the country. Thanks a bunch to the team at CoreTreks for planning our trip and making it possible. Looking forward to visit Nepal once again in my lifetime.
I will make sure to hit up CoreTreks in my next visit as they are highly professional and passionate about what they do. If you’re looking to travel to Nepal look no further than CoreTreks.
