Khopra Danda Trek Itinerary
Itinerary
Day 01: Arrive in Kathmandu (1350 M) and transfer to hotel
One of the members of our company will welcome you at the international airport terminal gate and take you to the hotel. You will have a few hours to rest. Later, in the evening, you will meet with the tour guide in your hotel lobby. He will brief you about tomorrow's day trip.
Day 02: Kathmandu valley sightseeing with a tour guide and trek preparation
You will go on a guided sightseeing tour to several UNESCO World Heritage Sites. You will visit one of the holiest temples of Hindus, the Pashupatinath temple. Nearby this temple is located the largest in Nepal, Boudhanath stupa. After visiting these places, you will head to Swayambhunath and Kathmandu Durbar Square. In the evening, you will meet with your guide who will brief you about the trekking program.
Day 03: Drive to Pokhara (825 M)
After having breakfast, you will drive to Pokhara,which will be scenic and long. Enjoying beautiful views of lush green hills, rivers, waterfalls, terraced fields, and small settlements, you will reach Pokhara welcoming you with excellent views of Mt. Fishtail, Mt. Dhaulagiri, and Mt. Annapurna. In the evening, you can stroll in the Lakeside market and also do boating on the tranquil Fewa Lake.
Day 04: Drive to Kimche and trek to Chuile (2100 M)
From Pokhara, you will continue driving toward Kimche. Upon reaching there, you will take a small break and begin trekking toward Ghandruk where you will have lunch. Then you will pass by Komrong Dada and follow the forested trail to Chuile.
Day 05: Trek to Dobato (3435 M)
After having breakfast, you will start the trek toward Dobato which starts with an hour-long uphill climb to Tadapani through the forest. From there, the uphill is gradual. You will have lunch at Isharu. Today, most of the trail will be throughout the forests.
Elevation : + 800m /-74m
Day 06: Trek to Sistibung (3010 M)
Today's trek starts with a 25-30-minute uphill climb through the forest. On the way, you will pass by the Muldai viewpoint which offers an excellent and up-close view of the Annapurna and Dhaulagiri ranges. The trail will mostly be through the forest. You'll have lunch at Bayeli Kharka and from there, continue trekking to Sistibung.
Elevation:+292m/-768m
Day 07: Trek to Khopra Danda (3640 M)
In the morning after breakfast, you will start your today's trek which will mostly be uphill. You will walk through the forests, meadows, and open grasslands and finally through the ridges before reaching Khopra Danda. Upon reaching there, you will be welcomed by the stunning views of the entire Dhaulagiri and Annapurna ranges. You'll spend the night in community-run teahouses. The sunset and sunrise views from here are a really captivating experience.
Elevation:+638m
Day 08: Excursion to Khayer Lake (4825 M)
Today, you will go on an excursion to Khayer Lake. After having breakfast, you will begin ascending toward Khayar Base Camp. The trail can get a bit challenging in this part of the trek. From the base camp, you will see stunning views of Mt. Annapurna, Mt. Fishtail, Mt. Fang, and many other mountains. You will also spend some time in Khayer Lake and return to Khopra Dada overnight.
Day 09: Trek to Swanta (2214 M)
After having breakfast, you will descend on a steep trail along a hillside. The trail will take you to Swanta village. On the way, you will get to see superb views of Mt. Dhaulagiri (8167 M).
Elevation:+381m/-1783m
Day 10: Trek to Mohare Dada (3313 M)
Leaving Swanta behind, you will descend through terraced fields and a small village to a riverbank. Crossing a suspension bridge, you will ascend towards Chittre. A short walk from here will take us to beautiful Ghorepani. From there, you will trek for about 1 and a half hours till Mohare Dada.
Elevation:+1476m/-393m
Day 11: Trek to Banthati (2260 M)
Today, you will wake up with a gorgeous view of sunrise on the Annapurna and Dhaulagiri range. Then after breakfast, you will trek down to Banthati.
Day 12: Trek to Hille (1430 M) and drive to Pokhara (825 M)
After having breakfast, you will descend and pass by Ulleri and Tikhedhunga leading to Hille. The trail will be steep. From here, you will drive back to Pokhara. On the way, you'll stop at Birethanti to have lunch before heading out to Pokhara.
Day 13: Drive to Kathmandu (1350 M)
After having breakfast, you will drive back to Kathmandu following a scenic route. In the evening, you will have a farewell dinner organized by the company.
Day 14: Final departure
Today, you will fly back to your home. As per your flight departure time, you will be taken to the airport.
