White Magic Adventure Travel

KHOPRA DANDA TREK

Nepal

9 DAYS
16 MAX GROUP SIZE
4000m
MAX ALTITUDE
4 Moderate Trek

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07 Mar - 15 Mar 2025

59,450 / 830

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With Mt.Dhaulagiri, the sevent highest mountain in the world standing tall at 8,167 meters (26,795 feet) on one side and the entire Annapurna Massif - with over six peaks above 7000m - towering on the other side, the Khopra Danda trek is an absolute delight for anyone wanting to experience big mountain views in a short duration. The Khopra Danda is a high point on a ridgeline that rises to the east of the Kali Gandaki river, and the trek to the top is through wonderful rhododendron forests and open meadows. Once above the tree line, you walk on a long winding ridge just south of all the big mountains of the great Himalayan range. One gets to experience incredible views of sunrise and sunsets on this trek with the sun and snow putting up colourful show of varying hues of red and gold on the peaks. With views extending from Dhaluagiri IV in the west all the way till Macchapuchare in the east, you see over 20 Himalayan peaks within touching distance on this trek. This is a great alternative for those looking to trek in a quiter setting in the Annapurna Region away from the crowds while experiencing everything that the area offers.

Please Note: From 2024, we are offering the departure where you can purchase your own food at tea-houses and hence it is not a part of our package. The pricing too reflects this change in offering.

Itinerary

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Day 01: Arrive Kathmandu and Fly to Pokhara

Arrive in Tribhuvan International Airport in Kathmandu, one of our representatives will receive you and guide you to the adjescent domestic terminal of the Airport where will take an evening flight to Pokhara. Overnight at Hotel

Day 02: Drive Pokhara to Ramche (2650m) (5-6hrs) and trek to Fulbari (2900m) (1.5 - 2hrs)

We begin early from Pokhara and start driving on the Muktinath road towards Ramche. The road condition starts to get worse as the drive progresses, especially after Beni. One should expect a good 3 hours of the driving on non laid out roads this day. We have short break to get some food and drink before starting from Ramche. The day's walk is short and mostly through the forests till we reach a basic homestay at Fulbari (2900m). Overnight at Tea-house

Day 03: Trek to Swanta (5-6hrs) (2250m)

This day is mostly descending through the forests all the way till Swanta. We descend all the way down to a small hamlet of Phalate at 2100m before doing a steep ascent to 2250m to reach Swanta. Overnight Tea-house

Day 04: Trek Swanta to Chatisbung (5 - 6 hrs) (3000m)

Now to gaining altitude! Its mostly a day full of ascending all the way upto Chatisbung. While there are some small openings to get a view of the surrounding peaks, the day is mostly spent amidst the forests. Overnight Tea-house

Day 05: Chatisbung to Khopra (4 - 5 hrs) (3660m)

Another challenging day with significant altitude gain. We start moving beyond the tree-line today and start walking on a ridge from where we enjoy spectacular views of Dhaulagiri and its surrounding peaks. The tea-house itself boasts of great views of the sunset which can be enjoyed over a cup of hot beverage. Overnight Tea-house.

Day 06: Morning hike to Highpoint (4000m) (1-2hrs) and descend back to Chatisbung (2hrs)

Depending on the weather and the season, the trip leader would decide to either start the hike early to the high point of the trek at 4000m or do so after a relaxed breakfast. We soak in the view from the high vantage point and start descending all the way down to Chatisbung at 3000m. Overnight Tea-house

Day 07: Trek Chatisbung to Dobatto (5-6 hrs) (3456m)

This day is a mix of descending, traversing, ridge walking and finally ascending through mixed terrain with small open meadows as well as patches of thick forests. The initial trail descends to 2800m to a small stream after which we climb upto Dabotto at 3456m. Overnight Tea-house.

Day 08: Trek Dobatto to Chule (5-6 hrs) and drive to Pokhara (3 hrs).

From Dabatto, one can go on an hour long optional hike in the early morning to Muldai peak from where you get great views. From Dabatto its all descent throughout till Chule which we hope to reach post-afternoon / early evening and start driving to Pokhara. The first hour is on dirt road after which it improves as we get closer to Pokhara. Overnight Hotel

Day 09: Fly to Kathmandu. Trip ends!

We drive to the airport and take the flight to Kathmandu. Our services end at the Kathmandu airport.

Trip Cost

59,450 / 830

KATHMANDU TO KATHMANDU , TWIN SHARING

TRIP COST INCLUDES

- Airport transfers from Kathmandu Airport
- 2 Nights Hotel in Pokhara on Bed & Breakfast and Twin sharing basis
- Internal flights and ground transportation as required in the itinerary
- Tims card and other Permits
- Experienced White Magic guide and porterage of max 15kgs per person
- All accommodation in simple tea-houses on twin sharing basis
- GST, other Government Taxes as applicable

TRIP COST EXCLUDES

- Any meals on the trek (can be bought in the tea-houses where we stay)
- International Airfare
- International airport taxes
- Visas
- Transportation outside of the tour program
- Travel insurance
- Tips
- Items of a personal nature like phone calls, alcohol, cigarettes, bottled beverages, laundry, souvenir etc.
- Costs arising out of unforeseen circumstances such as bad weather, landslides, road conditions and any other circumstances beyond our control.
- One should budget for at least Rs. 250 per day for the bottled water on the trip. Average cost of bottled water on the trail is Rs. 70 per bottle.
- 5% TCS applicable for Indian Nationals travelling outside India (Can be filed for return)

Cancellation terms

If it becomes necessary to cancel your trip, you must notify the office immediately in writing. The following terms would be applicable.

- More than 60 days prior to departure - we will refund the entire amount received by us minus a processing fee.
- Less than 60 days prior to departure - 25% of the Trip Cost as the cancellation charges and we will refund the balance.
- Less than 45 days prior to departure - 50% of the Trip Cost as the cancellation charges and we will refund the balance.
- Less than 30 days prior to departure - 50% of the Trip Cost as cancellation charges and the balance amount would be held as a credit towards a future trip taken within 1 year from the date of cancellation.
- Less than 21 days - the entire amount would be forfeited.

The tour price is quoted as a package. No partial refunds or credit will be given for services not used. We recommend that you obtain cancellation travel insurance upon booking. If you can replace your spot by getting someone else to take that seat, cancellation charges would be waived completely. Please note that these cancellation terms may be amended from time to time.

What to expect

A trip graded as a Moderate Trek takes you to high altitude regions - above 3000m / 10,0000ft and will involve considerable altitude gain over the course of the trek. Altitude will have an effect, hence one would need to be careful about acclimatization. Moderate treks will have multiple days which involve considerable amount of ascents and descents and would require walking for more than 6 hours. There might be a day or two of camping in relatively high altitudes above 4000m / 13,000ft. A typical trek will last around a week to ten days depending on the region and is a good step-up for people who have completed a beginner trek. Good fitness level is very much needed to enjoy this trip. Some training up before the trip would help. Prior trekking experience is desirable but not compulsory.

Please Note: The tea-houses on this particular trek are all basic as they are quite off the popularly visited trails in Nepal. The food menu is limited, the rooms in these tea-houses are neat and clean but have common toilets.