8 days Kopra Ridge trek is a newly explored trekking trail in the Annapurna region and getting more popular day by day among adventure and nature lovers. Trekkers have been attracted by this exotic short trekking that offers marvelous views of the Annapurna Himalayan range including Annapurna I, great Dhaulagiri, Nilgiri, Annapurna South, Annapurna II, and many other iconic peaks and marvelous landscapes. The trails on this trek are less crowded but the facilities remain the same as other popular treks in Annapurna.
Khora ridge hike is suitable for those trekkers who would like to explore the peaceful and quiet trails, mesmerizing views, typical Nepali villages, local culture, and nature in the Himalayas.
Kopra ridge walking holidays is a short and easy trek in Annapurna that can be completed within 8 days time-frame and is the best choice for those first-time trekkers who are reasonably fit. Since the trek is easy and short, hiking with kids and family including senior members is highly recommended.
The Khopra Ridge community hiking tour starts from Nayapul after scenic 2 hours drive from the beautiful lake city of Pokhara, the trail follows onwards gratifying Kaligandaki river valley via the beautiful villages of Gurungs and Magars towards up hills. After Ghorepani, the trail leads us along with the remote areas for a few days while spending time with the local community lodges. This is a lifetime trip; we are organizing this trek at a reasonable price, join us today for a marvelous experience.
Trip Highlights
Enjoy the beautiful hike through the rhododendron and orchid forests of the Annapurna Conservation Area Project.
Hike on peace and pleasant trial staying in a decent mountain lodge that provides the breathtaking views of lofty Himalayas.
Explore the picturesque villages like Ghorepani, Tadapani, Bayeli Kharka, Swanta amongst others.
Enjoy the mesmerizing views of Mount Dhaulagiri, Nilgiri, and Annapurna South from Khopra ridge.
Breathtaking views of Annapurna ranges and sunrise at Poon Hill.
Exciting views of the Kali Gandaki gorge, which is the deepest gorge in the world.
Upon your arrival at TIA airport, Kathmandu, you will be welcomed by one of our guides and transferred to the hotel. The rest of the time will be rest on your own. Overnight at the hotel
Accommodation:Hotel
Meals:BB
Place:Kathmandu
Maximum Altitude:1350m
After breakfast, we will take a deluxe tourist bus at 7 AM from Kathmandu to Pokhara via Prithivi Highway, enjoying the countryside view, 200km, 6 hours drive. Overnight at the hotel.
Accommodation:Hotel
Meals:BB
Place:Pokhara
Maximum Altitude:810m
Trekking starts today from Nayapul after 2 hours drive from the hotel in Pokhara. This trek basically starts from here onwards as we follow the routes; the trail leads us eventually outstanding green views with magnificent mountain range along the way. After hiking for a few hours we reach Tikhedunga which is a small but gorgeous town that lies on the riverside, after lunch at this beautiful place, we start gently climbing on the hills to Ulleri which is situated at 2350 meters mainly this village is Magar settlement and place lies on the top of the hills the place was surrounded by a green valley. And this is a place of the first viewpoint of Annapurna and Machhapuchhare Himalayas. Overnight at guesthouse.
Accommodation:Guesthouse
Meals:BLD
Place:Ulleri
Maximum Altitude:2350m
After breakfast, we ascent about 500 meters to Ghorepani, our hiking will be started as we finished our morning breakfast at the lodge, our journey lead us towards Ghorepani walking through the rainforest and beautiful nature. As we reach Ghorepani we have entered the check post to check ACAP permits and TIMS cards then we enjoy the view from our lodge. Ghorepani is one of the best viewpoints to see the whole range of Annapurna and Dhaulagiri. Overnight at guesthouse.
Accommodation:Guesthouse
Meals:BLD
Place:Ghorepani
Maximum Altitude:2840m
After breakfast, we will be descending through the beautiful mixed forest of rhododendron forests, Himalayan oak, and pine trees. After almost about 3 hours down the hill, we reach a small river, which we continue to follow leisurely downhill Swanta (2,200 m), overnight we stay at the lodge with beautiful traditional meals. Overnight at guesthouse.
Accommodation:Guesthouse
Meals:BLD
Place:Swanta
Maximum Altitude:2200m
The beautiful day starts after having breakfast in the early morning with the glorious sunrise view, today's hike is worth the climb to the popular lookout mountain Poon Hill. The comprehensive view extends from Dhaulagiri peak in the west and Tukuche over the Kali Gandaki valley, Nilgiri, Annapurna I, Annapurna South, Machhapuchare, Annapurna IV and II, and Lamjung Himal to the Manaslu massif in the east. Overnight at guesthouse.
Accommodation:Guesthouse
Meals:BLD
Place:Dhan Kharka
Maximum Altitude:3020m
Today is one of the exciting days to explore Annapurna and Dhaulagiri massif, our journey will begin after having breakfast at the lodge. Today's trekking trail leads us to a short descent along a mountain slope to the foothills of the nearly 8,000 m high Bara Shikar. Finally, we reach Khopra Ridge Danda (Danda = open ridge )3,660m. This opens up a breathtaking 360-degree view, overnight we stay at the tea house.
Accommodation:Guesthouse
Meals:BLD
Place:Khopra Ridge
Maximum Altitude:3660m
We leave the main path and head into the deep, almost untouched Rhododendron mixed forest. Little over-committed paths it goes slowly uphill. The forest thins to approximately 3,100 m elevation and the path leading out into open grassland. For our lunch break, we are looking for a nice place with good views. Then it continues uphill through the forest and over pastures to the pasture Dobato. Here you can shepherd down with their livestock in the summer. In Sumphul Danda (3,400 m) we reach a pass that gives us an uninterrupted view of the western mountains of Dhaulagiri, the Nilgiri mountains, and the Annapurna massif to Machhapuchare in the east. After a short descent, it's another hour along the ridge (3,500 m) to our simple accommodation on the Bayeli Alm (3,400 m). This (Community Lodge) is managed jointly by the inhabitants of the surrounding villages. Overnight at guesthouse.
Accommodation:Guesthouse
Meals:BLD
Place:Bayeli
Maximum Altitude:3400m
With great views of mountains, morning walk continues downhill into the forest of rhododendron, oak, and magnolia, then reaching the main trekking route at Tadapani, overnight in the comfort of the nice and cozy lodge, and enjoy the beautiful sunset on the top of Annapurna south and Fishtail mountains. Overnight at guesthouse.
Accommodation:Guesthouse
Meals:BLD
Place:Tadapani
Maximum Altitude:2830m
Today, as we reach Ghandruk after the short and wonderful walk from Tadapani we will see a Gurung traditional museum at Ghandruk, Ghandruk is one of the best destinations for domestic or international tourists so many travelers visit here to see the ethnic culture and tradition. The place still provides us with beautiful landscape and awesome mountain view with Annapurna south, Machhapuchre, and Annapurna II, the journey ends here and we will take a jeep drive to Pokhara. Reaching Pokhara, we check in to our hotel. Overnight at the hotel.
Accommodation:Hotel
Meals:BB
Place:Pokhara
Maximum Altitude:810m
Fly from Pokhara to Kathmandu by late afternoon flight, arrive at Kathmandu Domestic airport at 3:30 PM, and transfer to hotel.
Accommodation:Hotel
Meals:BB
Place:Thamel
Maximum Altitude:1350m
Final transfer to the international airport, fly home.
Note:
Alpine Eco Trek is a small group of adventure teams organizing treks and tours in Nepal in an environmentally sustainable manner. We offer fixed departure treks in various trekking regions in Nepal. Kopra Ridge hike is a newly explored beautiful trek in the foothills of Annapurna, we are organizing a small private group trek to Khopra ridge, departing from Kathmandu. If you want to join one of our groups please let us know your possible date to arrive in Nepal, we will try our best to accommodate you in any of our groups as per your travel date.
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All the necessary airport arrival and departure transfers
2 nights’ accommodations in Kathmandu at the hotel with breakfast.
2 nights’ accommodations in Pokhara at with breakfast.
Kathmandu to Pokhara by a tourist bus
Car drive from Pokhara to New Bridge with guide and porter.
Accommodation (Lodge) with daily meals (breakfast, lunch, and dinner) during the trekking period
Necessary equipment such as (Sleeping bag, duffle bag) during the trek
Annapurna Conservation fee
English speaking licensed guide
Well trained porters (1 porter = 2 trekkers)
Pokhara to Kathmandu flight fares
Staffs food, clothing & salary
Staffs insurance
Medical supplies (first aid kit will be available)
Arrangement of Emergency Helicopter service which will be paid by your Travel insurance company.
TIMS Card (Trekker's Information Management System)
All Local / Government Taxes.
Lunch and dinner in Kathmandu and Pokhara
Personal equipment and clothing
Any bottled drink such as coke, Fanta, beer, wine, mineral waters, etc
Internet/wifi, hot shower, phone calls, and laundry services
Your travel insurance and tips for guides and porters
During the Khopra Ridge trek, we provide neat and clean guesthouses on a full board basis (breakfast, lunch, dinner, and 3 cups of tea/coffee a day). Throughout the trek, guesthouses are pretty comfortable with attached bathrooms, shower facility, neat and clean bed sheets, pillow cover, and comfortable beds with warm blankets.
Food during the trip
Food during the Khopra Ridge hiking holiday will be provided on a full board basis. Three meals (breakfast, lunch, dinner, and 3 cups of tea/coffee) a day will be served from the guesthouse/lodge menus. Every day dinner and breakfast are used to take in the same guesthouse/lodge we spend the night. Lunch will be taken on the way to the destination.
Guides and Porters
This beautiful community hiking tour will be led by our best knowledgeable and experienced trek leaders. The trekking guide/leaders for this trek are carefully selected on the basis of their experience, knowledge about the region, and leadership skills. Our trekking guides and crew have taken the following training:
It is quite simple and easy to book this trek, after receiving all the required detailed information from our team you may like to book the trip so when you are ready to finalize the trip please send us an email with your passport copy along with a 20 percent down payment of the total price for advance flight tickets and hotel booking and permit process. The outstanding balance you can pay us once you arrive in Kathmandu.
Yes, you can do it and this trek is suitable for any hiker looking for something little adventure and a mountain trek with stunning views of the mesmerizing Himalayas. This trek does not require that you have any previous trekking or mountaineering experience. Although, daily cycling, jogging, or walking exercises are useful and you need to be in good physical condition and able to walk for 5-6 hours daily.
The Khopra ridge trek is good for all seasons so any months from January to December are the best time to do this trek. Although, February, March, April, May and September, October, November, and also December are the very best months to do a trek in this region.
Yes, you can join the group, but you need to follow our departure dates and that might not suit your travel date, so if you traveling with your family or girlfriend/boyfriend or colleagues we suggest you make your own departure date. We can arrange a small group trekking trip to suit your requirements. Please contact us in case you would like to join our group departure dates.
No, it is not necessary that you need to follow our fixed group departure dates, because a private trip departs every day upon your request which is best suited to couples, families, and small groups of friends. We are happy to organize your holiday according to your selecting starting date.
Yes, we do offer Tailor-made trips, if the Khopra Ridge trek itinerary is not perfect as per your travel plan please let us know, we will be glad to provide you with the other trips as per your desire and requirements.
8 Days Khopra Ridge Trek is an exciting and easy trip. We trek up to 4200m walking through villages, rivers, and green hills, so you need to have the right equipment with you. Click here to have an idea of a packing list.
All Meals on a full board basis will be provided during the trekking. Freshly cooked food is served at all times (western, continental and Nepali meals are available in all places). Three meals a day with 3 cups of tea/coffee will be provided.
Yes, in most places, you can charge your phone and camera batteries along the trek.
Well, Wifi and internet access is available in almost all the places, there might be a small charge for using the Wifi and internet facilities but it really depends on the places. Normally, when you reach higher places extra charges on the internet, showers, and charging phones and batteries are also applied.
8 days Kopra Ridge trekking arranged by Alpine Eco Trek
We just completed 8 days of Kopra Ridge trekking arranged by Alpine Eco Trek. Ram, the owner of this company is an excellent gentleman, he did his job superbly with plenty of comical aspects, knowledge of the local area and hospitality skills that stretch above and beyond enact with a high level of professionalism. He makes the 8 days Kopra Ridge trek best with a hot cup of tea whenever where ever we want. We strongly recommend 8 days Kopra Ridge Trek to everyone because it is a great alternative to the more crowded trekking of Poon Hill, as it is more peaceful and tranquil than the bustling other treks which offer you a wider panorama of impressive Himalayan peaks. Thank you, Mr. Ram, Dhurba and Alpine Eco Trek team for your excellent arrangements for our lifetime memories, we definitely come back again to enjoy your services and would like to recommend this small but full of excitements Company for everyone.
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Duration :12 Days
Group :Min 01 to Max 20
Trip Style : Hiking & Trekking
Trip Difficulty : Leisurely Plus
Trip Guide : Guided Trek
Destination : Khopra, Annapurna, Nepal
Max Altitude : 3,660 Meters - 12,007 Ft
Daily Walking Hours : Approx. 4-6 Hours Walking
Accomodation: Guest House/Lodges
Food : Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner(BLD)
Start-End : Kathmandu / Kathmandu
Transport : Car, Van, Jeep, Bus, Flight
Best Season : Best for All Season
Place: Kathmandu
All the necessary airport arrival and departure transfers 
Lunch and dinner in Kathmandu and Pokhara
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