With
the impeccable beauty of Khopra Ridge, Wandering into the mountains
is like a treasure hunt! The more you explore, the greater probability of
coming up with some new valuables.
The
Himalayan ranges have always been a great deal of interest to many travel
lovers and adventure seekers. For, there are many possibilities hidden amidst
their grandeur. Khopra Ridge is one of them. It is a recently
discovered trekking destination that has awed the hearts of many. Located at
the heart of the Annapurna region of Nepal, the ridge offers some spectacular
views of mountains that include mountains such as Mt. Dhaulagiri, Mt. Annapurna
South, Fang, Nilgiri, etc.
Most
of us are familiar with Ghorepani Poonhill as
it is the most popular and frequented viewpoint in the Annapurna region of Nepal. Now, Khopra Ridge is taken as
an alternative to the busy trail of Ghorepani Poonhill. Khopra Ridge Trek has
now been introduced as an emerging trail that takes you higher to another great
viewpoint in the Annapurna region of Nepal.
The
popularity of Khopra Ridge Trek is increasing day by day. The
route was officially opened for trekkers in 2012. But recently, it has gained a
lot of attention from fellow travelers.
As
the popular trails are crowded, trekkers are looking for something different, a
serene and wild trail where they can unleash the raw appeal of Mother Nature.
And, what could be a greater option than Khopra Ridge Trek?
This
trek is a short, scenic, and off-beaten nature trek that takes you deep into
the wilderness of nature. You can walk past the beautiful hills, forests,
quaint villages, ridges, and pastures to the top of a ridge where you can
witness the mesmerizing views of mountains, sunrise/sunset, and lakes. There is
a beautiful lake popular as Khayer Lake near the ridge. It adds to the
glamorous beauty of this place.
The
exciting trip to Khopra ridge starts with your arrival in Kathmandu. Kathmandu
is the historical and administrative capital city of Nepal. The city unravels
some historical and cultural aspects of Nepal. The ancient palaces, temples,
monuments, and heritage sites are the treasures that the city will welcome you
with. You can visit Kathmandu Durbar Square, Swayambhunath stupa, Pashupatinath
temple, and Boudhanath stupa which is some of the UNESCO-listed heritage sites
in Kathmandu. After sightseeing in Kathmandu, you will be escorted to the
picturesque lakeside city of Pokhara.
The
trekking trip starts from Nayapul when you pack your bags for a day’s walk
along the lush and pleasing trail. You walk past the traditional villages,
terraced farmlands, crop fields, and forests to the village of Ghorepani.
Ghorepani is a large Gurung village placed in the beautiful backdrop of the
Himalayas. What is exciting about Khopra Ridge Trek is that you can experience
the popular Ghorepani Poonhill Trek along with this trek. From Ghorepani, the
trail climbs up to Poonhill from where one can applaud the splendid views of
mountains in the Annapurna range. Leaving Poonhill, the trail drops down to
Tadapani and heads to Khopra ridge via the pastures of Baili Kharka.
During
the entire trip, the highest point that you will reach is Khopra Danda at 3660
meters. There is an option of hiking to Khayer lake from Khopra Danda. If you
opt for the hike, then the highest point that you will reach will be Khayer
Lake at an elevation of 4600 meters.
The
length of the trek depends upon the start and finish point of the trek. A
standard trekking journey to Khopra Ridge Trek takes around 15 days. But it can
be finished Justin 5-6 days if you are already in the Annapurna region of
Nepal.
View from the top of Chopra hill
Khopra Ridge
Trek is the best trekking option when it comes to trekking
in the Annapurna region of Nepal. It takes you from the foothills of Annapurna
to the high-altitude region via a sub-tropical atmosphere. Hence, one can
witness diversity in terms of climate, vegetation, weather, floras, and faunas.
Also, the region is less crowded than the other trails of the Annapurna region.
Khopra Ridge Trek can be an ideal trek for those who want to explore some
quaint sections of the Annapurna region.
Did
you know? The Annapurna massif is 55km long with one peak over 8000m, 13 peaks
over 7000m, and 16 peaks over 6000m. You can witness this magnificent panorama
in a single glance as you climb up the Khopra ridge! Isn’t that interesting?
Besides,
Khopra Ridge Trek is a short and easy trek perfect for solo travelers. The
mountain culture, traditional villages, and friendly people are other aspects
that make this trek even more special.
The
autumn and spring seasons are blessed for almost all the trekking activities in
Nepal. So, is for Khopra Ridge Trek. Generally, October to November is
the best time for Khopra Ridge Trek. Another, best time can be between March
to May.
At
this point, the weather is clear and pleasant. One can have some astonishing
views of the mountains. Even walking becomes more interesting and easy.
Trekking in winter is too cold and trekking during monsoon is not so desirable.
The trail is wet, weather is cloudy and patchy. Even walking is very difficult
and dangerous during monsoon. So, if you are planning for a Khopra ridge trek
in Nepal, make sure that you plan your trip during spring or autumn.
Himal Eco Treks organizes
some guaranteed trips to Khopra Ridge annually. If you are interested in the
Khopra Ridge trek, then you can join us on those dates at your convenience. If
the dates don’t suit your trip dates, please let us know, and we shall organize
a customized trip as per your dates. Please go through our site – Khopra hill trek for
more details regarding Khopra Ridge Trek.
Himal Eco Treks is a reliable and professional travel partner that offers the best service in the market. Come join us and we shall show you the best of Nepal. Remember us for Khopra Ridge Trek or any other tour and trekking-related activities in Nepal.
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