Khopra Ridge (Khopra Danda) Trek

Arrive in Kathmandu, transfer to hotel. Trek briefing and preparation.

Tourist bus drive to Pokhara. Enjoy the evening relaxing by the lake. We embark on a scenic journey today, taking either a spectacular domestic flight or a drive along winding mountain roads, passing lush terraced fields, fast-flowing rivers, and traditional hillside villages. The changing scenery guides us closer to the starting point of our trek in the heart of the Himalayas.

Drive to Nayapul. Trek up to the beautiful Gurung village of Ghandruk. We embark on a scenic journey today, taking either a spectacular domestic flight or a drive along winding mountain roads, passing lush terraced fields, fast-flowing rivers, and traditional hillside villages. The changing scenery guides us closer to the starting point of our trek in the heart of the Himalayas.

Ascend through dense rhododendron and oak forests, arriving at Tadapani.

Leave the main trail behind. Walk through tranquil forests to reach the community lodge at Bayeli Kharka.

Descend to the river, cross it, and climb up through pastures to Upper Chistibung. Today is the ultimate challenge. We wake up under a freezing, starlit sky and begin our ascent, using ropes, crampons, and ice axes as we navigate steep snow and ice slopes. Reaching the summit rewards us with a breathtaking 360-degree panorama of the world's highest peaks, a moment of pure triumph.

A steady climb above the tree line leads to Khopra Ridge. Prepare for incredible sunset views of Dhaulagiri. Today is the ultimate challenge. We wake up under a freezing, starlit sky and begin our ascent, using ropes, crampons, and ice axes as we navigate steep snow and ice slopes. Reaching the summit rewards us with a breathtaking 360-degree panorama of the world's highest peaks, a moment of pure triumph.

A long, challenging hike to the sacred Khayer Lake (4,600m) situated at the base of Annapurna South. Return to Khopra Ridge.

Descend steeply from the ridge down to the picturesque Magar village of Swanta.

Cross a small river and join the main trail, climbing up to the popular hub of Ghorepani. Today is the ultimate challenge. We wake up under a freezing, starlit sky and begin our ascent, using ropes, crampons, and ice axes as we navigate steep snow and ice slopes. Reaching the summit rewards us with a breathtaking 360-degree panorama of the world's highest peaks, a moment of pure triumph.

Optional early hike to Poon Hill. Descend all the way to Nayapul and catch a vehicle back to Pokhara. We embark on a scenic journey today, taking either a spectacular domestic flight or a drive along winding mountain roads, passing lush terraced fields, fast-flowing rivers, and traditional hillside villages. The changing scenery guides us closer to the starting point of our trek in the heart of the Himalayas.

Return to Kathmandu. Evening farewell dinner to celebrate the trip. We embark on a scenic journey today, taking either a spectacular domestic flight or a drive along winding mountain roads, passing lush terraced fields, fast-flowing rivers, and traditional hillside villages. The changing scenery guides us closer to the starting point of our trek in the heart of the Himalayas.

Transfer to the airport for your onward flight.