Nepal is famously known as Trekking paradise, trekkers from all over the world regards, Nepal as the best choice for their trekking activities. Out of 14 highest peaks in the world 8 lies in Nepal including Mount Everest, and Kanchenjunga. Annapurna region, Annapurna Sanctuary with Khopra trekking adds the advantage of getting to see Mount Dhaulagiri which is the seventh highest mountain in the world, including Mount Annapurna the Tenth highest in the world. Besides these two highest mountains you will be able to see other fabulous mountains.
Annapurna Sanctuary and Khopra trekking are two separate trekking areas but Himalayan Icefall trekking has combined these two separate trekking to one single trekking itinerary to those who would like to spend more time trekking in Nepal and enjoy the beautiful scenery of mountains. Annapurna Sanctuary and khopra trekking has total 18 days of trekking where you will be able to see Mountains like Mount Annapurna 8091 meter, Annapurna south 7219 meter, Heunchuli 6441, Mount Fishtail 6993 meter, Tent Peak 5663 meter, Gangapurna 7455 meter and other peaks during Annapurna base camp trek. While on the khopra trekking side one can see almost all above mountains too but the advantage is entire Dhaulagiri Mountain range including Mount Nilgiri 7061 meter, Mount Tukuche 6920 meter and many more. On top Khopra trekking is a quiet and comparatively unexplored but absolutely beautiful area and from khopra ridge one can see the panoramic mountain range right in front of you. Yaks, and Yak pastures adds the Himalayan feeling within you and it is also an opportunity to see Langoor monkeys on the trails, especially around Ghorepani jungle trail.
The main idea to combine Annapurna Base camp and Khopra trekking is to explore all the natural and cultural side of Annapurna region, enjoy beautiful mountains, farm lands, village, and jungle walk. This trekking is very best suitable for those who like to go for a slightly hard trek and have more free time
Trip Hightlight
Annapurna Base Camp and Khopra Trekking with Ghorepani Poon Hill (17N/18D)
Day 01: Arrival at the Tribhuwan International Airport.
Day 02: Fly to Pokhara then drive to Kimche (1640) and hike up to Ghandruk (1940m)
Day 03: Trek Ghandruk to Chhomrong (2170m) (4-5 hours)
Day 04: Trek Chhomrong to Dovan (2605m) (6-7 hours)
Day 05: Trek Dovan to Deurali (3230m) (5-6 hours)
Day 06: Trek Deurali to Annapurna base camp (4130m) (6-7 hours)
Day 07: Early morning Exploration around Annapurna base camp (4130m) then trek back to Dovan (2605m) (6-7 hours)
Day 08: Trek Dovan to Chhomrong (2170m) (6-7 hours)
Day 09: Trek Chhomrong to Tadapani (2630m) (6-7 hours)
Day 10: Trek Tadapani to Dobato (3350m) (5-6 hours)
Day 11: Trek Dobato to Sistibung (2,975m) 5-6 hours
Day 12: Trek Sistibung to Khopra Ridge (3660m) (4-5 hours)
Day 13: Trek Khopra Dada to Swota Village (2,200m) 6-7 hours
Day 14: Trek Swota to Ghorepani (2860m) (4-5 hours)
Day:15 Early morning hike to Poonhill (3210m) and trek back to ulleri (1960m) (7-8 hours) and same day drive to Pokhara(2.5 hours)
Day 16: Fly back kathmandu from Pokhara (30 minutes) then directly go for full day city tour.
Day 17: Kathmandu full day city tour
Day 18: International Departure
Annapurna Base Camp and Khopra Trekking with Ghorepani Poon Hill (17N/18D)
Day 01: Arrival at the Tribhuwan International Airport.
Arrival at Kathmandu Tribhuwan International Airport, Then welcome by our office representative, and transfer to the respective hotel. After checking in to the hotel, meet our experienced trekking guide then detail briefing about the Trekking. Trekking permit collection as well as other required documents for the trekking. Overnight Kathmandu.
Day 02: Fly to Pokhara then drive to Kimche (1640m) and hike up to Ghandruk (1940m)
After breakfast drive to Kathmandu Domestic Airport then fly to Pokhara (30 minutes flight). After arriving at Pokhara Airport we drive to Kimche on our private vehicle this takes around two and half hours. Upon arriving at kimche we hike up to the Beautiful cultural Gurung village of Ghandruk this takes around 1.5 hours. Ghandruk village is popular for its typical Nepali Gurung culture, tradition, and hospitality, besides this village is also popular as the village of famous Gurkha Army. The most amazing attraction from this village is the stunning view of Mount Annapurna south (7219m), Mardi himal (5553m) and Mount Fishtail (6997m). Stay overnight at Ghandruk.
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Day 03: Trek Ghandruk to Chhomrong (2170m) (5-6 hours)
After breakfast we trek from Ghandruk to next beautiful village of Chhomrong, this takes around 5-6 hours of trek. We will start our hike through flat amongst fields and smaller villages. The trail begins from Ghandruk to Komrong hill which is slowly upward walking then after trek down to Kimrong River then cross the small bridge over the River. After crossing the Kimrong Bridge we ascend towards the Chhomrong village this ascends will take around 2 hours then we will arrive at the Chhomrong village. This village is also a Gurung community village where most of the youths are in the Gurkha army and the main income source of the villagers is from Tourism and Agriculture. From Chhomrong village we can see beautiful mountains i.e Mount Fishtail (6997m), Mount Mardi (5553m), Annapurna South (7219m), and Patal Hiunchuli (6441m). Stay overnight at Chhomrong.
Day 04: Trek Chhomrong to Dovan (2605m) (6-7 hours)
After breakfast trek Chhomrong to Dovan, this takes around 6-7 hours of trek. From Chhomrong the trail descends through the several stone staircases then cross the Bridge over Chhomrong Khola. After crossing the bridge we ascend up to the Sinuwa village at the height of 2360m. From Sinuwa it is an easy walk through the rhododendron, orchids and fern vegetation then descend through the stone staircases then we arrive at Bamboo, this place is famous for the abundant resources of Bamboo plant, therefore the place is named as Bamboo. From Bamboo we walk through the forest trail for about one and half hour then reach our next stop Dovan. Stay overnight at Dovan.
Day 05: Trek Dovan to Deurali (3230m) (5-6 hours)
After breakfast trek Dovan to Deurali, this takes about 5-6 hours of trek. We will have a silence jungle walk today to Himalaya from Dovan, after heading from Himalaya we will climb upwards up to Deurali and on the way we will also pass the Hinko cave and the moraines (old avalanche area). This is the last place with the tree lines before the alpine bushes and shrubs begin with a step further. Deurali, is a nice and cozy place for the overnight stop. The nearest attraction from Deurali is the view of a nice water fall. Stay overnight at Deurali.
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Day 06: Trek Deurali to Annapurna base camp (4130m) (6-7 hours)
After breakfast trek Deurali to Annapurna base camp passing through Machhapuchhre base camp 6-7 hours. Above Deurali the valley widens and becomes less steep. As you walk further, more beautiful White Mountains are seen and close. The trail turns to the left in the valley after Machhapuchhre Base Camp (3700m) and it is pleasant walk up to Annapurna base camp though the air is thinner now. You may feel at the high altitude now. It is recommended not to rush and walk gently. Now you can see the one of best 360˙degree Mountain View in world from Annapurna Base Camp. There are tremendous views of giant Annapurna I 8091m, Annapurna South 7219m, Machhapuchhre (Mt. Fishtail) 6997m, Tent peak (5695) and several other wonderful peaks. Stay overnight at lodge.
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Day 07: Early morning Exploration around Annapurna base camp (4130m) then trek back to Dovan (2605m) (6-7 hours)
Wake up early in the morning to view the morning sunrise over panoramic 360 degree of Mountains, views of giant Annapurna I 8091m, Annapurna South 7219m, Machhapuchhre (Mt. Fishtail) 6997m, Tent peak (5695) and several other wonderful peaks. After Excursion around the Annapurna base camp return to the hotel then enjoy the hot breakfast. After breakfast we trek down to Dovan this will take around 6-7 hours of trek. Stay overnight at Dovan.
Day 08: Trek Dovan to Chhomrong (2170m) (6-7 hours)
After breakfast Trek back Dovan to chhomrong, this will take around 6-7 hours. Since we are trekking the same route which we used before the views and trail are same as before. Arrive at Chhomrong and overnight.
Day 09: Trek Chhomrong to Tadapani (2630m) (6-7 hours)
After Breakfast trek Chhomrong to Tadapani, this takes around 6-7 hours of trek. From Chhomrong we will have gentle walk for some time then hike down up to Kimrung khola, cross the bridge over the khola then prepare to trek quite steep up to Choile for almost two and half hour. After climbing for such a long steep take a rest for few minutes at Choile then start our trek again. Now the trail is not as steep as earlier but a gentle steep trail passing through the forest until arriving at Tadapani. From Tadapani we can see beautiful views of Mount Fishtail (6997m), and Mount Annapurna Range. Overnight at Tadapani.
Day 10: Trek Tadapani to Dobato (3350m) (5-6 hours)
After Tadapani we leave the main trail and walk in a more remote area of the Annapurna region. On our trek we get to see the diverse in flora and fauna of the region and surely the stunning view of Mount Dhaulagiri and Annapurna South. Trekking in a relatively easy trail we reach Dobato which is also famous for its excellent view of the Annapurna South. Stay Overnight in Dobato.
Day 11: Trek Dobato to Sistibung/ Dhankharka (2,975m) (6-7 hours)
Wake up early in the morning and hike up to the Muldai View point for an hour from where we will enjoy the Panoramic mountain views of Dhaulagiri and Annapurna mountain range. After spending sometime at the Muldai peak hike back to Dobato and enjoy your hot breakfast.
After having our breakfast, we descend through open ground and beautiful forest to reach the pastures of Chistibung. Next, we ascend gradually through a forest before reaching Sistibung which is also temporary herder’s settlement. If we’re lucky, we might even spot the colorful Lophophorus (Danphe), the national bird of Nepal, as well as Himalayan thar. Stay overnight in Sistibung.
Day 12: Trek Sistibung to Khopra Ridge (3660m) (3-4 hours)
We start our trek on a steady climb above the tree line through alpine meadows and pasture land to reach Khopra. As we come close to Khopra Ridge, we see the tip of Annapurna South. After arriving Khopra we go for a short walk down Khopra Ridge to a viewpoint overlooking Kali Gandaki river far below in this deep valley. From Khopra we also see the stunning mountain panorama including Mt. Dhaulagiri and its range, Nilgiri, Tukuche, Annapurna Fang and Annapurna South close to you. Overnight in Khopra.
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Day 13: Trek Khopra Dada to Swota Village (2,200m) 6-7 hours
From Khopra Dada we descend off the hillside and continue downhill on a steep trail. Along the way we get more views of Mount Dhaulagiri(8167m) (7th highest mountain in the world) with the mountain providing a beautiful backdrop. The trail to Swanta village is a jungle walk with few tea houses in between so the trail is full of excitement. Overnight Swanta Village.
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Day 14: Trek Swota to Ghorepani (2860m) (4-5 hours)
After Breakfast, we start our trek from Swanta. We descend through the village fields to a small river and take a quick look at the local water mill. From here we cross the suspension bridge and head upwards to the village of Chittre, where we’ll join the main trekking trail at Ghorepani. Take Lunch and Excursion around Ghorepani during the leisure time. Stay overnight at Ghorepani.
Day: 15 Hike to Poonhill (3210m) and trek back to Ulleri (1540m) (7-8 hours) then same day drive to Pokhara.
Early morning hike up to the Poon hill for one and half hour, enjoy the morning sunrise from the view point. You can enjoy the beautiful panoramic view of Mount Dhaulagiri (8172m), seventh highest mountain in the world, Mount Annapurna (I) 8091m, tenth highest mountain in the world and other many mountains and peaks. Excursion around the poon hill view point area for about an hour then return back to Ghorepani, enjoy hot breakfast then trek down to the ulleri, this takes around 3-4 hours of trek from Ghorepani. After lunch at Ulleri drive to Pokhara city, this will further take around 2.5 hours. Overnight Pokhara.
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Day 16: Fly back Pokhara to Kathmandu.
After breakfast drive to Pokhara Airport then fly back to Kathmandu, this takes around 30 minutes. Upon landing at the Kathmandu Domestic Airport move on for full day Kathmandu city tour. Overnight Kathmandu.
Day 17: Kathmandu full day city tour
On this day you will have kathmandu valley full day city tour and at the evening Himalayan Icefall Trekking will pick you for the Typical Nepali Farewell dinner.
Day 18: International Departure
After breakfast drive to Kathmandu international Airport for your onward journey.
Cost Starts from USD 1800.00 Per person (1-2 Pax)
From 3-6 person USD 1750.00 Per person
From 6-10 Person USD 1670.00 per person
Included:
- Conservation/national park fees and all government taxes.
- Accommodation in the Lodges/Tea house in trekking areas.
- All required Domestic Air and land Transportation during the Trip
- Experienced & professional Trekking Guide, his Salary, food & Insurance.
- the necessary number of porters
- Kathmandu Hotel on BB plan
- Porter’s salary, foods., insurance & equipment’s
- All meals( Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner) during the trek
- First aid box.
- Celebration dinner after the trip in Kathmandu.
Excluded
- Medical/personal high-risk insurance (suggest have rescue coverage policy as well)
- Personal Clothing/Gears for the trekking
- visa fees and international air transportation
- Major meals (Lunch and dinner) in Kathmandu and Pokhara
- Tips for Nepalese staffs.
- Cost of personal expenses, shopping, Beverage bills etc.
- Nepalese Visa fees
- International Airfare fees
- Internet cost during the trek
- Hot water shower during the trek
Note: If provided date is not convenient for you then, let us know. We are happy to arrange your appropriate custom trip.
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The major important checklist for the trekking are as follows:
1) Trekking boots - 01 pair with 4 pairs of warm shocks
2) Down Jacket - 01
3) Sleeping bag- 01
4) Long sleeves - 02 pairs
5) Sun glass - 01
6) Hat - 01
7) Water Bottle - 01
8) Half Pant - 01
9) Trousers - 02
10 ) T- Shirts - 04
11) Trekking Stick - 02
12) Sunscreen - 01
13) Mosquito repelling cream - 01 ( in case in the low land areas)
14) Rucksack - 01
15) Gloves -01 pair
16) Wind proof jacket- 1
17) Warm Cap-1
18) Personal Medicines
19) Flash Light
20) Gaiter- 1 Pair
21) Micro Spikes- 1 pair
22) Trekking Socks 3-4 Pairs
