Annapurna Khopra Ridge

Day 01: Pick up from Airport and drive to your hotel (1,300m/4,264 ft), Hotel Accommodation.

You will arrive at only international airport in Nepal- the Tribhuvan Airport in Kathmandu. Our representatives from The Great Adventure Treks will meet you outside the airport terminal. They will transfer you to your hotel and help you check in. Our guide will give you all the relevant information about the hotel you will be staying. He will also brief you about the Annapurna Khopra Ridge Trek. He will also give you other related information and answer your other queries.

Day 02: Half day sightseeing tour of Kathmandu. Hotel Accommodation.

You will have breakfast at your hotel in the morning. After that, you will go for an exciting half-day sightseeing tour of Kathmandu, which is the capital city of Nepal. Ancient culture, religious harmony, and rich history is what makes this city an exciting place for sightseeing. The architecture of the various houses and temples of this city is also extremely good.

Pashupatinath Temple:

All Hindu devotees wish to visit the Pashupatinath Temple once in their lifetime. The temple is the biggest Hindu temple in the world. Legend has it that Lord Shiva dwelled in the forests in the outskirts of this temple. Millions of Hindu devotees come to this place every year, especially on the day of Maha Shivaratri. Pashupatinath is a two-storied temple with other smaller temples surrounding it.

Boudhanath Stupa:

Boudhanath is one of the most popular Buddhist sites in Kathmandu. Established in the 5th century C.E, UN placed it as a World Heritage Site in 1979 A.D. There are various prayer wheels in the temple. One of the most popular activities in this temple is rotating the prayer wheels while walking around this monastery.

Kathmandu and Patan Durbar Squares:

Kathmandu Durbar Square and Patan Durbar Square are large areas that have various ancient palaces and smaller temples. These temple squares have some astonishing architectural styles as well as they reflect the artistry of various craftsmen who designed it. Krishna Mandir and Hanuman Dhoka complex are the most popular places in the Kathmandu and Patan Durbar Square respectively. These squares are also home to some historical museums.

Day 03: Drive to Pokhara (828 m /2690 ft) 6 – 7 hrs, Hotel  Accommodation.

Next day, you will set out to Pokhara on a bus after having breakfast in your hotel. The route of the bus takes you along the beautiful, scenic hills along with sights of Trisuli and Marsyangdi River. It is also possible for you to catch views of Ganesh Himal and the Manaslu peak during this bus ride. After a ride of 6-7 hours from Kathmandu, you will reach Pokhara(820 meters). Pokhara is one of the most popular tourist destinations in Nepal. It is a paradise for tourists. This is mainly due to its wonderful landscape, touristic vibe, and its clean, green environment. After you reach Pokhara, you can stroll around the city or spend some quality time in the lakeside.

Day 04: Drive from Pokhara to Nayapul and Trek to Tikhedhunga (1565 m /5133 ft ), 2 hrs drive and 3 – 4 hrs trek, Tea House Accommodation.

You will head out to Nayapul (new bridge) the next day after having breakfast on a 2-hour drive. Nayapul lies at an altitude of 1070 meters. You start your trek in Nayapul. The start of your trek passes through some busy areas. You will encounter local and international trekkers, mule and donkey trains along the way. The path joins Bhirthati village. From here, you will follow the main trail, which is an old Trans-Himalayan trade route path. The trek then follows the main route through several farm villages and waterfalls till you reach Tikhedhunga after trekking for 3-4 hours. You will spend your night in Tikhedhunga (1565 meters).

Day 05: Trek from Tikhedhunga – Ghorepani (2850 m / 9348 ft), Tea House Accommodation.

You will encounter one of the most difficult parts of the trek this day. You will walk 2 hours uphill as you trek along thousands of stone staircases to Ulleri. From Ulleri, the path winds gradually through the cool rainforest with gentle uphills and downhills. You can feel a cold wind blowing as you trek. You will also find a change in temperature as well as vegetation on your way to Ghorepani. You will encounter many rhododendron trees along the forests of ACAP region while trekking to Ghorepani. Eventually, after trekking for 6-7 hours, you will reach Ghorepani(2860 meters).

Day 06: Trek from Ghorepani – Tadapani (2660 m / 8725 ft) via Poon Hill (3210 m / 10529 ft), Tea House Accommodation.

You will go on an early morning hike to Poon Hill (3,190m) to catch mesmerizing views of the sunrise. The sun rises over the great panorama of the Himalayas from Dhaulagiri-Annapurna to Manaslu mountain range. From here, you will return back to Ghorepani for breakfast. The trail from Ghorepani takes you to an upper ridge as you walk through rhododendron forest. The path then narrows downhill as you walk through the temperate forests. You might encounter some steep paths along the way before reaching Bhanthahti. Birethanti lies in the middle of the forest where you can take a small lunch-break. Then, you will hike along a trail for an hour through rhododendron forests and small streams. After trekking uphill for an hour, you will reach Tadapani(2630 meters). Tadapani is in the middle of the forest of Rhododendron, Magnolia, and Oaks. From this place, you can have grand views of Annapurna South and Machhapuchhre (fishtail). Today’s trek to Tadapani, including the hike to Poon Hill and back, is 6-7 hours long.

Day 07: Trek from Tadapani Baili -Kharka (3450 m /11,316 ft ) 5 – 6 hrs, Tea House Accommodation.

You will be trekking along an off-the-beaten-path as you trek from Tadapani. As you leave the main trail, you will hike through some remote parts of the Annapurna region. You will hike along some dense rhododendron and orchid forests. The locals, in the yesteryears, took the animals they rear into pastures in higher altitudes in the summer season. The trail takes you uphill as you walk along some trees before you reach a ridge at Deural. The trail ascends all the way up to Bayeli Kharka. You can catch some majestic views of Mount Dhaulagiri (8,167m) from Baili Kharka (3450 meters). The hike from Tadapani to Baili Kharka is 5 hours long.

Day 08: Trek from Baili Kharka – Khopra Danda (Ridge) (3660 m /12,005 ft ) 5 – 6 hrs, Tea House Accommodation.

Today you will head out to Khopra Danda (ridge) (3660 meters) on a 5-hour trek. The trek initially takes you along a grassy slope. You will also walk through pasturelands, where you can occasionally observe the growth of dense foliages. You will also come across some herders’ huts along the way to Upper Chistibung. You will be a witness a unique animal species Dzos, which are a crossbreed between cows and yaks. You can see these animals grazing peacefully on fields. You can also catch glimpses of Danphe (the national bird of Nepal) and Himalayan Thars on the ridges that lie above the trail. The ascent from Upper Chistibung is a steady walk through alpine meadows and pasturelands. This trail also gives you glimpses of the tip of the Annapurna South. This is also an indication that you are close to Khopra Ridge. You can see a panoramic view of Mount Dhaulagiri, Nilgiri and Annapurna South from Khopra Ridge. You can also head out on a short walk from Khopra Ridge to a viewpoint that gives you an astounding view of the Kali Gandaki gorge down below.

Day 09: Trek from Khopra Danda – Paudwar (1750 m /5740 ft) 3½ – 4 hrs, Tea House Accommodation.

You will embark on a 3 and half hour trek to Paudwar (1750 meters) from Khopra Danda (Ridge) this day. Initially, the trekking trail blesses you with beautiful views of the hills and mountains and forests. Today’s trek is a nice, soothing experience for eyes as well as your mind. After trekking for about an hour, you will reach a big ridge. After 2 more hours of trekking from the bridge, you will reach Paudwar, which is where you will spend your night. Paudwar, which has some good amenities, is an ideal place to spend your night.

Day 10: Trek from Paudwar – Swanta (2400 m / 7872 ft) 3 – 4 hrs, Tea House Accommodation.

We start our trek to Swanta from Paudwar early in the morning. After breakfast, we trek for approx. 3 hrs to reach Swanta. Overnight stay at Swanta.

Day 11: Trek from Swanta – Baili Kharka (3450 m /11,316 ft ) 6 – 7 hrs, Tea House Accommodation.

We start to trek from Swanta early in the morning. After breakfast, we trek to Chistibang which takes approx 3 hrs and continue to trek to Baili-Kharka which takes another 3 hrs.

Day 12: Trek from Baili Kharka – Tadapani (2675 m /8774 ft ) 6 hrs, Tea House Accommodation.

After breakfast, after almost 6 hrs of trekking. We will reach Tadapani. We will stay at Tadapani for the night.

Day 13: Trek from Tadapani- Nayapul (1070 m /3510 ft ) and drive to Pokhara, Hotel Accommodation.

From tadapani, you will trek along the same villages you came from during your way to Khopra Danda. You will pass through picturesque villages like This is the last day of trekking where you will walk to Nayapul. From there, you will then have a drive back to Pokhara. Arriving at Pokhara, you can opt for a quiet and peaceful boat-ride on the Fewa Lake as well or go out for exploring the city if you have time.

Day 14: Drive back from Pokhara to Kathmandu on a comfortable tourist bus. 7 – 8 hrs, Hotel Accommodation.

On this day, you will drive back to Kathmandu from Pokhara. The route of the bus takes you along the beautiful, scenic hills along with sights of Trisuli and Marsyangdi River. It is also possible for you to catch views of Ganesh Himal and the Manaslu peak during this bus ride. After a bus ride of 6-7 hours from Pokhara, you will reach Kathmandu. You can go for some last minute shopping in Thamel to buy some souvenirs or other items you might need. We will also organize a farewell dinner for you for a successful completion of your trek.

Day 15: Final Departure.

Today is the day of your departure. A representative from The Great Adventure Treks will transfer you to the international airport for your flight back home. You will reach the airport around 3 hours before your scheduled flight. Please ensure that you have the confirmed air ticket and all the travel documents with you. The Great Adventure Treks will also assist you in another trek or travel in Nepal if you want to.