Khorpa Danda Trek perfectly suits those who are looking for a moderate type of trek along the off-the-beaten trail rather than the crowded regular trekking routes in the Annapurna region. Khopra Danda Trek follows a natural trekking route that officially opened only a couple of years back.
While moving on a lonely path, the trek offers you magnificent views of various mountains in the Annapurna region. The ultimate point of Trek Khorpa Danda is a fantastic viewpoint that provides a panoramic view of the area.
The trek offers you amazing views of the range of Annapurnas and other mountains such as Dhaulagiri (8167m), and Hiunchuli (6441m). Most of the tea houses you stay along the route offer you a dazzling view of mountains with comfortable lodging and delicious food. Besides, rhododendron forest and other vegetation offer you picturesque views during the trek, especially in the spring season.
Besides, the region is a habitat of different endangered species. and the area is a perfect example of social harmony as people of various social groups such as Gurung, Magar, Chhetri, and others reside in this area with harmony. You will be allured by the hospitality and the culture of these tribes.
The terraced paddy field offers you picturesque views. Besides, the hot water spring on the route is another characteristic of the trek. Hike to Khayer Lake, a sacred lake, located at the foot of Annapurna South, takes you to a world of tranquility where you can also enjoy the different mountain geography.
Hence, this is one of the best short virgin trekking trails in the region; embarking on this trek, you will cover all the features of the Annapurna region including Mountains, alpine woods, different topography along with the local culture and tradition. Our government-certified, trained guide accompanies you the entire trip ensuring your safety and happiness during the trek.
Cost Inclusion & Exclusion of Khorpa Danda Trek:
Here are the cost inclusion of Khorpa Danda Trek:
- Airport pick-up and drop service in a private vehicle
- Welcome dinner and farewell dinner.
- Twin-sharing accommodation in Kathmandu (3 nights) and Pokhara (2 nights) at tourist standard hotel along with breakfast
- Accommodation during the trekking in a teahouse/Lodge
- All three meals on the trek (breakfast, lunch, dinner), fruits after dinner and tea/coffee (3 times a day)
- Tourist coach drives to and from Pokhara (air ticket or private vehicle can be arranged on the client’s behalf upon request)
- Government certified English speaking trekking guide
- The entire cost of the staff members involved in the trek (their salary, insurance, equipment, food, and accommodation)
- Porters (one porter for every two trekkers) and his entire expenses (salary, food, accommodation equipment, and insurance)
- Charges of all necessary documentation and permits that include a permit card for Annapurna Conservation Area perm, Trekkers Information Management Systems (TIMS) Card
- Down jackets and sleeping bags (upon request), should be returned to the company after completion of the trek.
- Company’s duffel bag (upon request for the trek purpose only), and a company’s t-shirt as a souvenir.
- Trekking route map
- First Aid Kit (carried by a trek guide)
- The arrangement of helicopter rescue service (trekker’s travel insurance must cover this expense)
- All applicable federal and local taxes.
Here are the cost exclusion of Khorpa Danda Trek:
- Nepal visa and International flights fare.
- Dinner and Lunch in Kathmandu and Pokhara besides welcome and farewell dinner.
- Expenses for your clothing and personal gears
- Your personal equipment and other expenses such as mineral water, soft beverages, laundry, hot drinking water on the trek, bar bills, showers, internet, battery chargers.
- Your travel insurance that covers helicopter evacuation as well as medical expenses and trip cancellation
- Tipping to the guide, porter, and drivers
- Any other costs not itemized in the "Cost Includes" are your personal expenses.
Outline Itinerary
Day 1: Arrival in Kathmandu (1400m)
Day 2: Kathmandu Sight Seeing (1400m)
Day 3: Drive to Pokhara (827m)
Day 4: Drive to Kande and hike to Pitam Deurali (2100m)
Day 5: Trek to Ghandruk (1940m)
Day 6: Trek to Tadapani (2590m)
Day 7: Trek to Dobato (3350m)
Day 8: Trek to Chistibung (3000m)
Day 9: Trek to Khopra Danda (3640m)
Day 10: Hike to Khayer Lake (4827m)
Day 11: Trek to Narchyang village (1200m)
Day 12: Trek to Tatopani (1190m)
Day 13: Drive to Pokhara (827m)
Day 14: Drive to Kathmandu (1400m)
Day 15: Departure from Kathmandu (1400m)