Khopra with Poon Hill Trek Overview
Khopra Danda with Poon Hill Trek is an untouched trekking route in the Annapurna region that goes to beautiful Khopra Danda and the holy Khayar Lake.
The Khopra Danda with Ghorepani Trek route is offbeat, with no crowds and a great trekking experience. It passes through dense forests, pastures, and rice fields. Because it is a relatively new route, the region is unspoiled.
Located northeast of Pokhara, the Khopra Danda Trail leads you away from the mainstream trails into the complete wilderness and dense forests. You will trek around the shadows of the Annapurna range and witness surreal views of mountains like Dhaulagiri (8,167 m), Annapurna I (8,091 m), Annapurna South (7,219 m), Annapurna II (7,937 m), and Annapurna III (7,555 m).
The landscapes from Ghorepani and Ghandruk villages are phenomenal, too. We will hike to Poon Hill while returning from Khopra Danda, which offers gorgeous sunrise and stretching views of the western Himalayan mountains like Annapurna (8,091 m), Dhaulagiri (8,167 m), Gangapurna (7,455 m), Nilgiri (7,061 m), Tukuche (6,920 m), Fishtail (6,993 m), Dhampus Peak (6,012 m), Gurja Himal (7,193 m), Hiunchuli (6,441 m), etc.
Khopra with Poon Hill Trek Highlights
- The Khopra Ridge trail is an untouched trekking route in the Annapurna region that goes to beautiful Khopra Danda and the holy Khayar Lake
- Combines a hike to the famous Ghandruk and Ghorepani villages
- A perfect trekking itinerary in the western Himalayas that offers breathtaking mountain views, intimate interactions with locals, and an authentic countryside experience
- Support the local community residing along the way to Khopra Danda, as it is a community lodge trek
- Enjoy adventurous and a bit offbeat with no crowd trekking route
- Trek through dense forests, pastures, and rice fields
- Witness stunning mountain panorama from Khopra Danda and hike to the holy Khayar Lake
- Catch gorgeous sunrise from Poon Hill, along with stunning mountain views throughout the trek
- Get to see diverse flora and fauna and the daily lifestyle of the locals
The Attractions of the Khopra Danda with Poon Hill Trek
Ghandruk and Ghorepani villages
To make our Khopra Danda with Poon Hill trek itinerary thrilling and adventurous, we have combined hikes to Ghorepani and Ghandruk villages. The Village will give you more insight into the life of the mountain people and the opportunity to interact with the closing. These villages are famous for their kind, welcoming residents and incredible mountain views.
Come across diverse flora and fauna
The Khopra Danda with Poon Hill trek route is inside the Annapurna Conservation Area. You will trek through dense forests of pine, oak, rhododendron, bamboo, etc. Moreover, on the way from Swanta village to Ghorepani, you will see 14 species of rhododendrons, Nepal's national flower.
Likewise, you will encounter numerous other vegetation and wildflowers along the way. Similarly, the trekking route is home to several wildlife and birds. You may see danphe, Nepal's national bird, wild boar, monkeys, Himalayan tahr.
Community eco-friendly trekking route
Mahabir Poon opens Khopra danda trek to help support the communities residing in this area. You will have a very raw trekking experience. Overnight stays in community lodges run by locals will offer you a close insight into their lives. Joining Khopra Danda Trekking will allow you to enjoy tranquil trekking and superb landscapes, contribute to the community, and have an excellent trek to support a cause.
Khopra Danda and Khayar Lake
Khopra Danda is 3,660 meters high and borders the Myagdi and Kaski districts. At the top of the ride is a small, lovely community that will welcome you during your stay. Khayar Lake is a sacred lake situated behind the Annapurna II, which can easily be reached from Khopra Danda. It is a famous side hike from Khopra Danda.
The lake is 4,500 meters above sea level and offers outstanding views of peaks and glaciers. The trail from Khopra Danda to Khayar Lake is challenging. It passes through waterfalls and snow/dry lands as per the weather. Here, you will visit the Khayar Barahi temple. Janai Purnima, in August, sees a massive crowd of pilgrims at the lake.
Mulde View
Just like Poon Hill, Mulde Peak offers beautiful sunrise and heavenly views of Dhaulagiri and Annapurna. It is also a hill station located 30 minutes from Dobato, a moderate walk away. From Tadapai, Mulde Peak is situated a 3.5-hour walk away. You can ask your guide for a short side excursion to Mulde Peak.