KHOPRA HILL TREKKING

Day 01:    Arrival in Kathmandu and transfer to hotel.

On landing at Kathmandu and Nepal international airport received by our guide and staff for short transfer to your hotel in the centre of Kathmandu, where our guide / leader briefs you of the treks with full information required to make your time in Nepal enjoyable.

Day 02:    In Kathmandu with tour around world heritage sites.

Another day in Kathmandu where one can join in for interesting tour as Kathmandu steeped with historical and famous religious place listed in world heritage sites, rest of the afternoon free and preparation for Poon Hill and Sunrise Panorama trekking.

Day 03: Drive / fly to Pokhara 860 m-06 hrs (30 mins by air) transfer to hotel.

Starting our fabulous walk around Annapurna where drive leads to Nepal Mid-West to reach at scenic and beautiful Pokhara, one of the most renowned touristic spot of the country probably in this world.
At Pokhara one can view massive Annapurna range of peaks with majestic Machhapuchare Himal ‘Fish Tail’ right from your overnight hotels in Pokhara located by the serene Lake Phewa, on reaching at Pokhara after a scenic and exciting overland journey of approx: 6 hrs and then transfer to your hotel near famous areas on the lake side.(Flying options from Kathmandu to Pokhara of 30 mins)

Day 04:    Drive past Nayapul and trek to Tirkhedhunga 1,450 m - 05 hrs.

Morning enjoy views of Annapurna peaks and then short drive of few hours reaches towards west of Pokhara to begin our walks, heading past nice farm villages of Gurung the hill tribe of Annapurna region.
As walk leads on ancient Trans-Himalaya Salt Trade Route which leads past Ghorepani village towards Upper Mustang and beyond, a pleasant start with slow climb to reach at farm areas and village at Tirkhedhunga for overnight stop, a place with beautiful waterfalls nearby.

Day 05:    Trek to Ghorepani 2,880 m / 9,448 ft - 06 hrs.

Second day trek starts with steep climb on stone steps after crossing a short bridge as walk proceeds on uphill path to reach at large village of Ulleri and continue walk on gradual winding path within green woodland of tall rhododendron, pines and magnolia tree lines then reaching at scenic village at Ghorepani for overnight stop.
Ghorepani populated by Poon people of Magar tribe spread around Hills of Far West Nepal, the village located in the middle of rhododendron forest with grand views of Dhaulagiri and Annapurna peaks.

Day 06:    Hike to Poon Hill 3,210 m and walk to Sauta village 2,215 m- 05 hrs.

Morning short hike of an hour to Poon Hill a high spot rewards you with magnificent panorama of Himalayan peaks with striking sunrise, views includes worlds three tallest peaks with Dhaulagiri-Annapurna and Manaslu range with majestic Machhapuchare Himal ‘Fish Tail’.
After a great moment descend to Ghorepani for breakfast and continue walk downhill to Chitre village, from here leaving behind the main trail towards complete wilderness and overnight stop in a nice farm village at Sauta with glorious views of Dhaulagiri range.

Day 07:     Trek to Khopra ridge 3,864 m - 06 hrs.

From here onward where adventure leads beyond villages towards high green hills on least trekked route, as walk climb continues within serene forest surrounding to reach an open farm area at Chistibung with few shops and tea-houses.
With possible lunch stop, afternoon walk leads higher up on leaving the tree lines behind as day completes on reaching at Khopra ridge for overnight stop in a simple local lodge facing grand panorama of Dhaulagiri-Tukuche-Nilgiri’s-Vara Shikar with Annapurna South.

Day 08:     Excursion and hike to Khair Lake 4,245 m and back at Khopra Ridge.

Spending wonderful overnight at Khopra ridge, where morning hike takes you to our main highlight of the adventure to reach Khair Lake a holy spot at 4,245 m the highest point of the journey.
Morning leads to long hike rewards you with spectacular scenery of close mountain views, slowly reaching at holy spot at Khair Lake where once a year religious festival held around the month of August during monsoon times. 
Villagers from surrounding area visits to offer prayers and worship Lord Shiva (one of main Hindu God) as well take a holy dip and a bathe in icy lake to clear the sin of hundred lifetimes, as well sacrifices sheep and goats as offering.  
Enjoying its pristine environment with surrounding amazing mountain views walk back to Khopra Ridge for last overnight stop on high and ridges of Annapurna and Dhaulagiri Mountains.

Day 09:     Trek to Dobato 3,420 m - 05 hrs.

After a great time at Khair Lake and Khopra ridge, morning walk leads to descend heading east past grazing lands and back into rhododendron forest to reach a lovely spot in the middle of woods at Dobato for overnight stop, a quiet and serene area facing views of Annapurna South and Mt. Machhapuchare ‘Fish Tail’.

Day 10:    Trek to Ghandruk Village 1,940 m - 04 hrs with afternoon free.

Morning catch views of high Annapurna peaks and continue treks, as walk takes you into nice lovely forest to reach at Tadapani village, from here walk to Ghandruk village within nice cool woodland and then descend towards Ghandruk for lunch and overnight stop.
Ghandruk one of the largest village around Annapurna home of Gurung people the native of Annapurna interwoven with Buddhism and Bon of pre-Buddhism religion, at Ghandruk explore interesting around the village the locals are farmers and cattle herders, also famous as Gorkha soldiers in foreign legion of UK, India and other countries.

Day 11:    Short trek downhill and drive to Pokhara transfer to hotel-05 hrs.

After a wonderful time on high hills and beautiful forest with excellent views where last day leads down into warmer low farm areas where short drive takes you back to Pokhara for final overnight stop in the land of beautiful scenery and Annapurna mountains.

Day 12:    Drive or Fly to Kathmandu and transfer to hotel.

Morning transfer for overland drive back to Kathmandu on the same interesting highway overlooking views of Annapurna and Manaslu range of mountains, on reaching at Mugling Bazaar, head north east to reach at Kathmandu after a fascinating time on Khair Lake and Khopra Hill treks.
(Flying options from Pokhara to Kathmandu 30 mins)

Day 13:    International Departure Homeward bound.

Last day in the country of high Himalaya and with great memory of exciting adventure on Khair Lake and Khopra Hill treks, transfer to Kathmandu / Nepal international airport for on ward flight to respective destinations or homeward bound.