Khopra Ridge Trek

Khopra Ridge Trek

The Khopra Ridge Trek is a spectacular alternative to the crowded Annapurna trails. Trek through pristine forests to the remote Khopra Danda ridge for jaw-dropping views of Dhaulagiri, Annapurna South, and the sacred Khayer Lake — one of the highest lakes in Nepal.

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Trip Overview

Duration
13 Days
Difficulty
Moderate
Best Season
March, April, May, October, November
Group Size
2 – 12 People
Start / End Point
Kathmandu

Trip Highlights

  • Off-the-beaten-path Annapurna trek
  • Views of Dhaulagiri and Annapurna
  • Visit sacred Khayer Lake
  • Community-run lodges
  • Far fewer trekkers than ABC or Poon Hill

About This Trek

The Khopra Ridge Trek is a spectacular alternative to the crowded Annapurna trails. Trek through pristine forests to the remote Khopra Danda ridge for jaw-dropping views of Dhaulagiri, Annapurna South, and the sacred Khayer Lake — one of the highest lakes in Nepal.

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Inclusions & Exclusions

What's Included

  • Airport transfers
  • Vehicle KTM-Pokhara-KTM
  • All meals
  • Guide and porter
  • All permits
  • Community lodge accommodation

What's Not Included

  • International flights
  • Nepal visa
  • Travel insurance
  • Personal gear
  • Tips

Practical Info

Permits & Fees
Every permit your route needs — TIMS card, national park and conservation area fees — is arranged by us and already in the trip price. Bring four passport photos.
Visa on Arrival
Most nationalities get a visa at Kathmandu airport. Carry USD in cash for the fee and a passport valid for six months beyond your return date.
Travel Insurance
Required, without exception. Your policy must cover trekking to the maximum altitude on your itinerary and include helicopter evacuation.
Accommodation
Twin-share teahouse lodges on the trail, three-star hotels in Kathmandu and Pokhara. Single rooms are available in the cities on request.
Meals & Water
Breakfast, lunch and dinner on trek, chosen from the lodge menu. Bring purification tablets or a filter bottle — buying bottled water on the trail is expensive and leaves plastic behind.
Gear & Packing
Layered clothing, a broken-in pair of boots and a four-season sleeping bag. Down jackets and bags can be hired in Kathmandu, and we send a full checklist once you book.
Altitude & Acclimatisation
Itineraries build in acclimatisation days and your guide carries a pulse oximeter. Ascend slowly, drink more than you think you need, and tell your guide about any headache early.
Money & Connectivity
Draw rupees in Kathmandu — ATMs thin out fast above the trailhead. Most lodges sell wifi and charging by the hour; a local SIM covers the lower valleys.

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