Khopra Ridge Trek

Day 1: Arrival in Kathmandu (1350 m).

Arrival in Kathmandu, depending on your flight times. Welcome by your local guide at the airport exit with a sign from the agency and transfer to your hotel.

Briefing and presentation of the course of the stay. In the event of arrival in the morning, day of rest or possibility of visiting the tourist district of the Thamel, for those who wish, your hotel is in the heart of the tourist city.

Day 2: Kathmandu (1350 m) to Pokhara (820 m)

Early wake-up call then departure for Pokhara by the main road following the Trisuli River, or along which local life is lively. On the way stop for a lunch break then arrival at the end of the day in the second largest city in Nepal. Installation at the hotel, then visit around the pleasant and green Fewa Lake, and its shops.

Day 3: Pokhara (820 m) to Kimche (1690 m) to Ghandruk (1990 m)

Short transfer of 1hr30min to Nayapul (45 km) then easy walk to the village of Shyauli Bazar then gradually climb to Ghandruk, where we spend a night. We are in the heart of the Gurung and Magar villages who live in two-storey houses, covered with a layer of red clay and with a thatched roof. and superb views of Mt. Annapurna and Machhapuchre.

Day 4: Ghandruk (1990 m) to Tadapani (2690 m)

Gradually climb towards the Khomrong pass (2650 m). The path straightens and crosses a forest of imposing Rhododendrons (in bloom in March-April), real trees, in bloom from March. Arrival at Tadapani (2590 m) offers a magnificent view of the Annapurna, Annapurna III (7555 m) and Gangapurna (7454 m).

Day 5: Tadapani (2690 m) to Isharu (3460 m)

Departure for Isharu. We begin our day with a gentle climb through a thick Rhododendron Forest.

Day 6: Isharu (3420 m) to Chistibung (3020 m)

Get up at dawn and leave for the Muldai belvedere to admire the sunrise over the Annapurna and Dhaulagiri massifs as well as the Kali Gandaki, Mustang and Dolpo valleys. A perfect place to take a beautiful selfie and souvenir photos then return to the lodge for a good breakfast then departure for Chistibung by a pass then long descent to reach the valley then climb back up to Chistibung.

Day 7: Chistibung (3020 m) to Khopra (3642 m)

Continue walking towards the Khopra Ridge. We are still walking in a beautiful Rhododendron forest. Arrival at the lodge, extraordinary view of the Annapurna ranges. After lunch, to enjoy even more this extraordinary landscape we leave for a pleasant hike on the ridges which dominate Khopra Ridge. In the afternoon return to the lodge.

Day 8: Khopra (3642 m) to Swanta (2200 m)

Today we start our day with a long descent. The path continues again in a dense forest of Rhododendrons. Pleasant day.

Day 9: Swanta (2200 m) to Ghorepani (2860 m)

We begin our walk with a descent to the river then climb towards the village of Chittre then walk towards Ghorepani and discover a magnificent forest of Rhododendrons (in bloom in March-April) before arriving at Ghorepani, a tourist crossroads where we stop for a night.

Day 10: Ghorepani (2860 m) to Poon Hill (3193 m) to Tikedhunga (1525 m) to Pokhara (820 m)

Get up at dawn and leave for the Poon Hill viewpoint at 3193m to admire the sunrise over the Annapurna and Dhaulagiri massifs as well as the Kali Gandaki, Mustang and Dolpo valleys. A perfect place to take a nice selfie and souvenir photos then return to the lodge for a good breakfast then long descent to Birethanti then Nayapul then road to reach Pokhara by private transport, 40km / About an hour's drive.

Day 11: Pokhara (820 m) to Kathmandu (1350 m)

After breakfast, departure by road to Kathmandu. The journey allows you to enjoy one last time the rice fields and fields of crops as well as the Trisuli River. Break for lunch, then continuation of the journey. Arrival around 3/4 p.m. and installation at the hotel. Possibility to take advantage of the Thamel district to make souvenir purchases.

Day 12: Departure for Home

As per schedule, return flight to your destination. Your guide will take you to Tribhuvan International Airport in Kathmandu for your departure.

Additional information about the circuit: 

• The walking time is given as an indication, it is an estimated average. Good physical condition is essential for this trek,
• Depending on the weather conditions and the physical condition of the group, the guide may have to modify the program, if necessary,
• If you wish to extend your stay in Kathmandu at the end of the trek or before the trek, we will be happy to help you plan the rest of your program.