Balcony of Dhaulagiri and Annapurnas trek

Description

The Khopra Danda trek also known as the balcony of Dhaulagiri and Annapurna trek is a relatively new trekking trail in the Annapurna region just north of the famous Poon Hill.

The Khopra Danda trek offers breathtaking views of various peaks of the Dhaulagiri and the Annapurna ranges including the 8000 meters peaks like the Dhaulagiri I (8167m) and Annapurna I (8091m). As it is a recent trek, only a handful of trekkers make their way to it. If you are looking for alternatives to the more popular and touristic treks like the Poon Hill and Annapurna Base Camp or Sanctuary, the Khopra Danda trek is a perfect choice.

Each day, you will be welcomed by mountain views from various angles while walking through scenic trails that pass through lush forests of pine, bamboo, and rhododendrons, traditional villages, terraced farms, pastureland, ridges, etc. If you are trekking during the spring, the trails decorated with colorful rhododendron forests and majestic mountain vistas will leave you mesmerized.

The cultural aspect of this trek is also equally astonishing. You will walk through beautiful traditional villages of the Gurung and Magar communities such as Ghandruk, Nangi, Banskharka, Swanta, Ulleri, etc. The comforts might not be the best in the world but the experience of the vibrant local lifestyle, traditions, and hospitality is one of a kind.

Highlights:

• A newly started and less explored trekking trail.
• Breathtaking views of the Dhaulagiri and Annapurna ranges.
• Authentic and immersive cultural experiences.
• Traditional villages of the Gurung and Magar.
• Beautiful and scenic rhododendron forests.

If you're in the mood for other great treks in Nepal, you can also follow me on the Manaslu tour trek, the Everest Base Camp and Kala Patthar trek, the Kanchenjunga Base Camp trek, the nearby Annapurna High Route, the Mohare Danda trekking or the Gosainkunda lakes trek.

Program

D1: Arrival in Kathmandu (1350m).

D2: Kathmandu valley tour with a cultural guide.

D3: Kathmandu - Pokhara (825m).
8-hour drive.

D4: Pokhara - Kimche - Chuile (2100m).
3-hour drive from Pokhara to Kimche then start of the trekking with a 2-hour walk to Chuile.

D5: Chuile - Dobato (3435m).
6-hour walk.

D6: Dobato - Sistibung (3010m).
5-hour walk.

D7: Sistibung - Khopra Danda (3640m).
4-hour walk.

D8: Excursion to Lake Khayer (4825m).
8-hour walk.

D9: Khopra Danda - Swanta (2214m).
5 to 6 hours' walk.

D10: Swanta - Mohare Dada (3313m).
6-hour walk.

D11: Mohare Dada - Banthati (2260m).
3 to 4 hours' walk.

D12: Banthati - Hille (1430m) - Pokhara (825m).
3-hour walk to Hille and 3-hour drive to Pokhara.

D13: Pokhara - Kathmandu (1350m).
8-hour drive.

D14: Departure from Nepal.

The price includes

• Supervision by the English-speaking guide equipped with a satellite phone and an oximeter.
• A porter for two people (maximum weight: 11kg per client) and an assistant guide for a group of more than 4 people.
• 3 nights of shared accommodation in a 3-star category hotel in Kathmandu and 2 nights in Pokhara on a B&B basis.
• Three meals a day (breakfast, lunch, and dinner with tea/coffee) during the trek.
• Lodge/tea house accommodations on a sharing basis during the trek.
• Rescue and evacuation arrangements in case of emergency.
• All the staff’s salary, meals, accommodation, and insurance.
• Kathmandu valley tour with a culture guide.
• Government taxes, service charges, and official expenses.
• All the ground transportation by private vehicle as per the itinerary.
• All the necessary permits and paperwork.

The price does not include

• Return flight to Kathmandu.
• Tips for all Nepalese staff.
• Medical evacuation costs (in case of emergency).
• Travel insurance (mandatory).
• Personal expenses.
• Anything not mentioned in "The price includes".

Accommodation

• Thamel hotel in Kathmandu.
• Paradise Boutique hotel in Pokhara.
• Lodges and guesthouses in shared rooms during the trek.

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