About This Tour

The Khopra Danda Trek is one of Nepal's best community-managed trekking routes — a 9-day journey to a high ridge with commanding views of Dhaulagiri (8,167m), Annapurna South, Nilgiri, and the entire western Annapurna range. The community lodge at Khopra Ridge (3,660m) is entirely owned and operated by local villagers, with profits reinvested in schools, health posts, and trail maintenance. This is community-based tourism at its most genuine.

The optional side trip to Khayer Lake (4,500m), a sacred lake below Annapurna South, adds an extra day of high-altitude walking through alpine meadows where few trekkers venture. The route connects with the Ghorepani-Poon Hill trail, so you can combine both for a comprehensive Annapurna experience without repeating any ground.

Itinerary

• Day 1: Drive or fly Kathmandu to Pokhara
• Day 2: Drive to Nayapul, trek to Tikhedhunga (1,540m)
• Day 3: Trek to Ghorepani (2,860m)
• Day 4: Sunrise at Poon Hill, trek to Swanta (2,200m)
• Day 5: Trek to Khopra Ridge Community Lodge (3,660m)
• Day 6: Side trip to Khayer Lake (4,500m) and return to Khopra
• Day 7: Descend to Tatopani or Ghara (1,890m)
• Day 8: Drive to Pokhara
• Day 9: Return to Kathmandu

What's Included

• Licensed, experienced trekking guide
• Porter support where included in your package
• Trekking permits and conservation/entry fees for the route
• Accommodation in teahouses, lodges or homestays on the trail
• Meals on the trek as per your chosen package
• Ground transport to and from the trailhead
• Pre-trip briefing and route orientation
• Eco Holiday Asia trip coordination and in-country support
• Included items may vary by package type. Eco Holiday Asia confirms final inclusions before booking.

What's Not Included

• International flights to and from Nepal
• Nepal visa fees and personal travel insurance (mandatory, must cover trekking)
• Domestic flights unless listed in Included
• Personal trekking gear (sleeping bag, down jacket — rental available in Kathmandu)
• Meals in Kathmandu and Pokhara unless mentioned
• Tips for your guide, porter and support team
• Emergency helicopter rescue (covered by your insurance)
• Personal expenses, drinks and souvenirs

Responsible Travel Notes

• Respect local culture, dress modestly at temples and ask before photographing people
• Avoid single-use plastic — carry a refillable water bottle on tour
• Follow your guide's instructions at heritage sites, monasteries and protected areas
• Support local businesses — buy at family-run shops, eat at local restaurants
• Respect sacred sites and community customs
• Follow Nepal permit and conservation rules in protected areas

Frequently Asked Questions

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