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Khopra Ridge Trek or Ghorepani Poon Hill Trek

Khopra Danda Trekking

 

Khopra Danda Trekking also known as the best alternative for the most crowded Ghorepani Poon Hill Trekking still offering majestic views of the Annapurna Region. This trek covers off-the-beaten-path and with a great scenic view, the best of  Nepal offers an amazing mountain range, remarkable scenery of the Himalayas including Dhaulagiri, Annapurna South, Fang, and Nilgiri, pastoral villages, and rice fields layered on top of each other, descending into the valley. The best part is that so few people know about it.

 

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HOW CAN YOU ENJOY KHOPRA DANDA TREKKING?

 

One of the major highlights is the trail into the dense Rhododendron forest which is known as Nepali national flowers. Along which there are scenic views of Annapurna Range, Dhaulagiri (8167 m), Machhapuchhare-fishtail (6,993 m) Nilgiri (7,061 m), Manaslu (8,156 m) range.

 

The trails are peaceful and not crowded which will lead you to the highest trekking point- Khayer Lake (4500m.) which is surrounded by shrines and the peaks. Another key feature is not to left the diversity of ethnic-culture, colorful festivals, temples, Gombas, and Himalayan wildlife.

 

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WHAT TO EXPECT?

 

Waking up early with sunrise over Dhaulagiri and the Annapurnas is the best way to enjoy the Khopra Ridge Trekking. You can stay at a teahouse and still enjoy one of Nepal’s best panoramic views. Likewise, watching the yaks come to pasture is a way to observe the livelihood. Similarly, descending through pastoral villages on way down to Tatopani should be on your to-do list.

 

On this adventure of Khopra Ridge Trekking, you will definitely get a life-changing experience. You can have the best time with local people with their absolutely fantastic hospitality. Meanwhile, you would be surprised to get an opportunity to explore the local culture and nature in the Himalayas with our expert team.

 

This trip is very suitable for visitors who really wish to enjoy the delightful unique culture and an amazing view of Annapurna. For example, you can take panorama shots of many other mountains as well as breathtaking landscapes. The trip will be absolutely amazing while having your holidays in this heaven place at least once in a lifetime.

 

Further, you also get a unique experience of the diversity of cultures and traditional villages. They are warm and friendly Gurung/ Magar people.

 

If you are planning for this trek and willing to enjoy more on this trekking just review a range of group discussions about the probable itinerary and solutions about , and for your kind advice even Nepal Lion Tours & Treks is offering the shortest and less crowded trekking of all time, just see the 11 days itinerary of the .

 

IS IT POSSIBLE FOR TREKKING IN WINTER?

 

As in Nepal, the current month of January is cold but still, December to February is possible to trek. The temperatures are colder. But, if you have well-prepared trekking equipment you can enjoy the clear sky and gorgeous mountain views. Above all, the best part is there will be fewer crowds. You can get community lodges even in the off-season of winter.

 

In Nepal, lower elevations never get especially cold but do rains in December, January, and February. For instance,  the cases are rare. Below 4000 m there are comfortable trails and from late February you get to feel warm temperatures in Nepal.

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