TreksModerate

Khopra Danda (Khopra Ridge) Trek

Annapurna

Duration6–9 daysMax altitude3,660mBest seasonMarch-May, October-NovemberFromGhandruk / Nayapul

About Khopra Danda (Khopra Ridge) Trek

The Khopra Danda (Khopra Ridge) trek is a quieter alternative in the Annapurna region, run largely through community lodges. It climbs a high ridge with sweeping views of Dhaulagiri, Annapurna South and Nilgiri, with an optional strenuous day hike to the sacred Khayer Lake at 4,660m. The trail combines classic Poon Hill scenery with far fewer crowds.

Duration

6–9 days

Max altitude

3,660m

Best season

March-May, October-November

Budget

$25–$40 / day

Guide

Guide recommended

Route

Ghandruk / Nayapul → Tatopani or Ghorepani

Highlights

Grandstand Dhaulagiri and Annapurna views

Community-run lodges

Optional climb to sacred Khayer Lake

Far quieter than Poon Hill

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Nearby attractions

Khayer LakePoon HillGhandruk

$25–$40 / day

estimated per person

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DifficultyModerate

Duration6–9 days

Max altitude3,660m

Best seasonMarch-May, October-November

Permits2 required

Trip cost estimator · Khopra Danda (Khopra Ridge) Trek

$1,800total est.

$900 per person · 2 travellers

Your nationality

Foreign nationals pay standard TIMS and national-park / conservation-area permit fees.

Package level

Comfortable teahouses, mix of private transport, licensed guide

Travellers

Extra days

base 7 days

Standard package (per person)$900

Per person$900

× 2 travellers$1,800

Estimate only. Covers permits, guide, lodging and food on the standard route at the chosen level — international flights and personal gear are not included. Permit and national-park fees vary by nationality (Nepali and SAARC nationals pay less), which is reflected above. Group sizes can lower the per-person cost as guide and transport are shared.

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