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Khopra Ridge Yoga Trek (7-10 days)

Scenic Views On Our Khopra Ridge Yoga Trek

Overview

Khopra Ridge yoga trek is a gem of a trek, and one of the lesser-known ones in the Annapurna region. It contains all of the elements of a classic Nepal trekking experience — villages, wildlife, panoramic mountain views and a range of landscapes from forest to high alpine — but is off the beaten path and provides a slightly different experience, in that for four nights of the itinerary you stay in community lodges set up by local villagers. Depending on the amount of time you have available, and your level of fitness, this trek can range from 7-10 days.

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Price per person7 days - US$ 655
8 days - US$ 745
9 days - US$ 840
10 days - US$ 930
Duration7-10 Days
DifficultyII (Moderate)
Maximum Altitude3,660m
DestinationKhopra Ridge
Group Size1-8
Starting FromKathmandu, Pokhara and Ghandruk
Ending atNayapul and Pokhara

Description

We begin following the popular trails of the Annapurna foothills passing through terraced fields, rhododendron forests and Gurung villages, including Ghandruk, which beautifully showcases traditional Gurung culture, including daily life and architechture. As a taste of what awaits us at higher altitudes, Ghandruk provides beautiful views of Mount Machhapuchhre (also known as Fishtail) and Mount Hiunchuli. After passing through the village of Tadapani, we turn off from the main path and follow a remote trail toward Khopra Ridge, staying at community lodges overnight.

We reach our high point at Khopra lodge at 3,660m, from where we may see yak herds roam and small planes fly through the Kali Gandaki valley below. Few trekkers have yet discovered Khopra Ridge, and thus the lodge is beautifully secluded, allowing you the luxury of enjoying the stunning views in relative solitude.

The mountain views from Khopra Ridge are superb: Although close to the famous Poon Hill viewpoint, Khopra Ridge is at a higher elevation (3660m) and quite a lot closer to the Himalaya peaks. This provides even more dramatic and absorbing panoramic views of the famous mountains, including Mount Dhaulagiri, Annapurna South, Fang and Nilgiri.

Our descent from Khopra Ridge takes us through alpine pastures, and a mature oak and rhododendron forest to the village of Swanta, another unspoiled example of local life which does not see many trekkers. After a night at Swanta village we descend to Ulleri, and, on the final day, to Nayapul to meet our private transport for the drive back to Pokhara.

Route/Itinerary

The following route and itinerary applies to the full 10 day trek. For shorter versions of this trek, the itinerary is adjusted accordingly.

Route

Pokhara – Ghandruk – Tadapani – Bayeli Kharka – Upper Chistibung – Kopra Ridge – Swanta Village – Ulleri – Nayapul – Pokhara

Day 01 // Kathmandu – Pokhara

Early morning tourist coach transport from Kathmandu to Pokhara. Stunning views during the drive of mighty Himalayan massifs as well as green hills and dramatic river valleys. After arrival in Pokhara, last preparations for the trek – detailed briefing, last minute shopping and packing. Overnight stay in Pokhara.

Day 02 // Pokhara – Kimche – Ghandruk // 2,000m // 2hr drive, 2hr trek

The first day offers a short walk of just two hours, and the opportunity to get used to the idea of trekking in Nepal. After a two hour drive from Pokhara, we start our short day’s walk uphill to charming Ghandruk, with fine views of Annapurna South, Hiunchuli, and Machhapuchhre, and possibly a visit to the Gurung museum.

Day 03 // Ghandruk – Tadapani // 2,500m // 4hr trek

We continue upwards through the village of Deorali and rhododendron forests, reaching Tadapani after a small pass.

Day 04 // Tadapani – Bayeli Kharka 2,900m // 6hr trek

From here, we leave the main trail and continue into a more remote area of the Annapurna region. A beautiful trail — originally used by villagers from Ghandruk to take their buffaloes, sheep and goats to the higher pastures in the summer months — takes us through rhododendron and oak forests. We cross the tree line, continuing up to Bayeli Kharka (where the first community lodge is located). From the lodge the view to west is dominated by Mount Dhaulagiri, at 8,167m is the seventh highest mountain in the world.

Day 05 // Bayeli Kharka – Upper Chistibung // 2,975m // 4hr trek

We continue along the trail which today takes us across a grassy slope, traversing through pastures with grazing Dzo (cross between cow and yak) and huts of herders. Look out for the colourful Danphe pheasant, the national bird of Nepal, as well as Himalayan Tahr (wild mountain goats).

Day 06 // Upper Chistibung – Copra Ridge // 3,660m // 3hr trek

A steady climb takes us through alpine meadows and pastures, during which we are rewarded with a view of the tip of Annapurna South. However it is only on arrival at Kopra community lodge that the full panorama is revealed: Mount Dhaulagiri, Nilgiri, Fang and Annapurna South combine into a unique and stunning view of the Himalayan range. After lunch it is well worth taking a short walk down Khopra Ridge to a viewpoint overlooking the Kali Gandaki river in its deep valley far below.

Day 07 // Kopra Ridge // Exploration day

Today we take a day walk from Khopra Ridge towards Kaire Lake where Fang and its surrounding mountains can be admired from a different, equally superb perspective. This is a long walk and can take up to 11 hours, and if you prefer a lighter program today, there are a variety of options for shorter walks.

Day 08 // Kopra Ridge – Swanta Village // 2,200m // 5hr trek

We descend to Upper Chistibung, then carry on down to the village of Swanta. Along the way, views of Mount Dhaulagiri offer a picturesque backdrop to the terraced fields and traditional houses of nearby villages.

Day 09 // Swanta Village – Ullevi 2,050m // 6hr trek

An hour or so after leaving the village of Swanta, we again join the main, busier trekking trail to Ghorepani and Ulleri.

Day 10 // Ulleri – Nayapul – Pokhara // 5hr trek, 1.5hr drive

We descend all the way down to Nayapul, initially following a steep stone stair trail which later becomes a gentle trail and then we take private transport to Pokhara. Overnight in Pokhara.

Included/Excluded

What Is Included

  • Daily yoga and meditation classes during the trek
  • Yoga Mats and Blankets
  • Transfer from Kathmandu to Pokhara by tourist bus (lunch included)
  • All necessary transportation during the trek
  • Hotel accommodation (twin sharing) in Pokhara on the first and last day of the itinerary
  • Dinner in Pokhara on the first and last day of the itinerary
  • Teahouse accommodation (twin sharing) during the trek
  • 3 meals a day during the trek
  • Healthy snacks
  • First Aid supplies
  • All necessary paperwork, conservation fees and trekking permits (ACAP, TIMS), and local taxes

What Is Excluded

  • Beverages (Hard or Soft drinks, Mineral Water Bottles, Filtered Water)
  • Personal travel equipment
  • Personal expenses (WiFi, phone calls, laundry, extra porters, water, hot shower etc.)
  • Personal travel and health insurance
  • Any expenses related to emergency evacuation
  • Any cost arising due to circumstances outside of our control such as natural disasters, strikes and political disturbances, guest sickness,  etc.
  • Tips for trekking guide, yoga teacher & porters

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Trekking routes

  • Annapurna Base Camp Yoga Trek (8-11 days)
  • Annapurna Circuit Yoga Trek (13 days)
  • Everest Basecamp Yoga Trek (12 days)
  • Jomsom Mukthinath Yoga Trek (5-8 days)
  • Khopra Ridge Yoga Trek (7-10 days)
  • Mardi Himal Yoga Trek (8 days)
  • Panchassee Yoga Trek (5 days)
  • Poon Hill Yoga Trek (5-7 days)

Important trekking information

  • Yoga Trek Booking Terms & Conditions

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Suzanne Pavlich
Suzanne Pavlich
2018-12-22T22:19:36+0000
I just came back from the 5-day Poon Hill trek with Kamala Yoga Nepal, and it was an absolute delight! I was alone and I was glad they would still organize the trek, even just for me. In the end, I wasn’t disappointed at all since it was one of the best experiences of my life. We had beautiful weather, the cold was completely manageable even for the end of November, sceneries were amazing and as an animal lover the best part was all the animal friends - especially dogs! - that I made on the way! Sudip was my yoga teacher/trekking guide, he’s talking perfect english and it’s a pleasure to take yoga, meditation or relaxation classes with him because he explains really well and makes it easy to follow. He’s a kind-hearted guy who knows how to read people and was always very patient with me, especially when I was sick of climbing all the stairs (aha), it was still a challenge but I made it eventually and felt so proud of myself! Waking up with yoga session was helping a lot, as well as doing stretching exercises during the day. Now my body doesn’t feel any pain but I can still feel it’s been working out :) I never felt that strong and energetic in my entire life, and I was sad the trek was over, I could have definitely continued for a few more days! I would recommend it 100%, if only for doing yoga with a view on the Annapurnas.. breathtaking! I didn’t have to worry for one second about the accommodations, it was always clean, comfortable and I even had a few hot showers!!! Same for the food, Poon Hill trek being rather touristic they’ll always have a lot of western food (but local as well, like the famous dal bhat), and I was eating so well! Also, to experience this yoga trek to its best, it’s better to be vegetarian and if possible to avoid smoking or drinking.. it can seem a bit restrictive and anyone is still free to do whatever they want but I swear it’s the best to immerge yourself completely in the spirituality of this journey! I’m very thankful for having Sudip by my side for good conversation, but also Divash (don’t know if it’s the right spelling, sorry), the porter, who wasn’t speaking english a lot but was always very helpful and you could just tell he’s good at heart as well. With these two I really felt like a princess all week, they were treating me so well! Great atmosphere and positive energy all along :) I’m feeling truly blessed for this experience, no words are strong enough, this will be a life-lasting memory! Thank you so much! Sending good vibes to all the team! Namaste! xxxread more
Méganne Roblet
Méganne Roblet
2018-12-02T18:20:03+0000
One year ago, my friend and I had decided to go to Nepal, we wanted to do a trek but also wanted to combine hiking with yoga and searching which options we had, we found Kamala Yoga Nepal. We contacted them and quickly we received an answer from Karnesh. Without thinking it so much, we decided to book the Poon Hill Trek and it was the best decision we made. We had a great time with Karnesh and his team, they are amazing people, they help us with all our doubts. We had the most amazing time with them, our trip would not have begun the same. Thank you so much � Namasteread more
Vanessa Bruch
Vanessa Bruch
2018-10-15T17:04:07+0000
We just came back from a wonderful week with Kamala yoga Nepal. We did the Panchasse Trek and it has been an unforgettable week with energizing outdoor yoga in the mornings and a new trekking experience every day. The trekking team has taken care of us in a very good way and guided our walk along green hills, through the jungle and whole way up to the Pancasse peak. If you are looking for an extraordinary experience with combined yoga and trekking in a dazzling landscape, I can strongly recommend the professional Kamala Yoga team. /Therese Näs Tärnblom, Swedenread more
Therese Näs Tärnblom
Therese Näs Tärnblom
2018-10-12T14:58:36+0000
Voyager intelligent!
Garrigues Jean
Garrigues Jean
2018-09-04T18:37:26+0000
I went on the Poon Hill Trek on the 21st May 2018. I did the five day trek and since then I have been recommending it to everyone and anyone who will listen. It was one of the major highlights of my trip (I had been in Nepal for a month) and I am already planning to come back to do ABC and hopefully one of Karnesh's yoga retreats.I went alone which I was apprehensive about before I got there and secretly hoped that there would be others who had signed up in the interim BUT I didn't need to be because Karnesh was so attentive and approachable and has so much positive energy! It just put me at ease. If you are alone and thinking about going on trek I would highly recommend Kamala Yoga Nepal. We met many wonderful people along the way, some who joined us for a day, a swim, a song, and others for a few days (his energy is infectious!) I would never have got to have such a magical experience if I didn't just go for it! The views are just exquisite, I have never experienced anything like it and the yoga and meditation just allowed me to truly tune into the energy that resides there. You can't beat doing Surya Namaskar (sun salutations) to the Himalaya. Nothing will ever compare. Karnesh is a wonderful teacher and caters to all abilities, good adapting postures if injuries or when it's your first class and are finding it a bit too strenuous. The last point I would like to make is that with Kamala Yoga Nepal you do not need to worry about paying for food and accommodation on the way, which I personally loved because it meant I could fully relax while on the trip and immerse myself in the beauty of it all. Sending Love and Light to Karnesh and the Kamala Yoga Nepal Team 🌻✨read more
Izy Guest
Izy Guest
2018-06-07T08:26:57+0000
An amazing experience with Kamala yoga Nepal. A week of trekking and yoga in the glorious mountains of Nepal. Would recommend it to anyone looking for a lifetime experience, taking in the spectacular views of the mountains. We just made our way there and then our hike leader took care of everything else. Very caring and empowering, thank you Kamala Yoga Nepal 🙏read more
Sofia Ergatoude
Sofia Ergatoude
2018-06-04T20:11:07+0000
I just completed a 6 day Poon Hill yoga trek with Kamala yoga Nepal. It was a fantastic experience!! I loved doing yoga daily in beautiful settings and really felt that I learned and developed during the journey. The trek was beautiful with varied landscapes and climbing Poon Hill before sunrise was a highlight! Karnesh and the team took such great care of us from the initial briefing until the very end. I would highly recommend this trek as it is an unforgettable experience! 5* !!read more
Mikaela Nordblad
Mikaela Nordblad
2018-05-13T15:33:58+0000
There are no words that can truly describe how happy we are to have chosen Kamala Yoga Nepal for our trekking experience. We have done a 5 days trek to Poonhill, from the very start with the briefing the day before, Karnesh showed us how very professional, friendly, efficient and worthy the experience was going to be. We set off and from the start the trek proved to be very well organised, the pace accommodated to us, Divash being also a big support as he carried our daily staff. The Guest Houses cannot be any better, welcoming, friendly and charming. The stretch at the end of each trekking session was soul healing as well as fantastic on the muscles. The itinerary is breathtaking. All in all we highly recommend Kamala Yoga Trekking to everybody and everyone. We hope we will have another chance in the future to enjoy another experience with Karnesh and his company on Nepali soil. Namaste!!read more
Nacho Guisado Sanchez
Nacho Guisado Sanchez
2018-04-03T10:27:31+0000
if you want to know more just ask. We did Annapurna BC! An extraordinary experience and it is worth everything! It was just f. amazing <3
Aleksandra Borowicz
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Amazing experience! Lovely trek, well organised, excellent guide! We did the Panchassee Trek, which was very beautifull & not that many tourists. The scenery was beautiful and very diverse. To start every morning with yoga, gave the trek a good flow and was good for the muscles. Would definitely recommand this!!read more
Jacqueline Copini
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2017-11-25T11:35:55+0000
Early wake up with tibetan bells, a cup of ginger tea and stunning views. Yoga every day with a different scenery. Yoga that helps you not to feel the pain after the walks, even after the hardest ones. Breakfast with extra healthy and good things added from the magic bags of our guide and porter. Let's go, ready for a new fantastic day, for new and unexpected landscapes, villages and smiles, for a new guest house waiting for us at the end of the walk, for a fire and a guitar to warm up both bones and souls. With Kamala Yoga Nepal nothing is left to chance: every place has surely been chosen for a reason and all the needs of the guest are taken into consideration, from food issues to health problems. Moreover, yoga was something new for me and thanks to the small dimension of the group and to the patience of Karnesh I could enjoy the classes feeling comfrotable.So, in all its aspects the Poon Hill trek was a fantastic experience that I definitely recommend and I will always remember my 30th birthday as one of the best in my whole life! Thank you and namaste :)read more
Alice Scaletti
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It was a greaaat experience, I had a great time! It was very nice to meet you and I hope to see you again, this time in Nepal haha :) Namaste!
Elena Panait
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I highly recommend this company if you are visiting Nepal.
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