Khopra Danda Ridge Trek — 6 Days
Duration
6 days
From
$680/person
Max Altitude
3,660 m
Difficulty
Moderate
Starts
Nayapul (drive from Pokhara)
Group Size
2–10 People
Stay
Tea House / Community Lodge
Meals
Breakfast & Dinner
Best Season
Oct–Nov, Mar–Apr
Trip Highlights
Day-by-Day Itinerary(6 days)
Altitude Profile
Peak: 3,660 m · Day 4The Khopra Danda Ridge Trek is the Annapurna region's best-kept secret — a 6-day community lodge route that opened in 2010 and delivers more intimate Dhaulagiri and Annapurna South views than the famous Poon Hill, with far fewer trekkers. Khopra Danda (3,660 m) is a high grassy ridge with 270-degree Himalayan panoramas; Khayar Lake (4,559 m) above is a glacial sacred lake ringed by prayer flags at the edge of the snowline.
The small community-run lodges at Khopra and Bayeli were built specifically to direct tourism income into villages that previously received none. The trail connects easily with Ghorepani for a combined Poon Hill and Khopra Ridge circuit, and during peak season (October–November) it is common to have the Khopra ridge entirely to oneself while Poon Hill is crowded. Rhododendron forest at peak bloom from March to May is spectacular on the approach trail.
Best seasons: October–November and March–May. Start: Pokhara (private jeep to Nayapul). Max altitude: Khayar Lake 4,559 m.
What's Included
Included
- Government-registered English-speaking guide
- Porter (1 per 2 trekkers)
- ACAP permit and TIMS card
- Pokhara–Nayapul private jeep (both ways)
- All teahouse accommodation on trek
- 3 meals per day (breakfast, lunch, dinner)
- All government taxes and service charges
Not Included
- International flights
- Nepal visa
- Travel insurance
- Lunches
- Personal gear
- Tips
Best Time to Go
Autumn (Sep–Nov)
Best season. Crystal-clear skies, stable weather, spectacular mountain views. Peak crowds on EBC and ABC trails.
Spring (Mar–May)
Second-best season. Rhododendrons in bloom, good visibility. Slightly warmer than autumn. Pre-monsoon clouds build in afternoon.
Winter (Dec–Feb)
Cold but uncrowded. Clear skies and great views. High passes may be snowed-in. Lower altitude treks (Ghorepani, Langtang lower) remain open.
Monsoon (Jun–Aug)
Wet season. Trails slippery, leeches on lower sections, views often obscured. Not recommended except for rain-shadow regions (Upper Mustang).
Permits Required
What to Pack
A detailed packing list will be sent with your booking confirmation. Gear rental available in Kathmandu and Pokhara.
Frequently Asked Questions
On the Trail
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$680
/ person · all-inclusive