Khopra Ridge and Khair Lake Trekking, an adventure around the hidden corners of southern Annapurna Himalayan range. As well as close in between the massif
Dhaulagiri Himal, bounded by the world’s deepest gorge of Kaligandaki River.Khopra Ridge and Khari Lake one of the most scenic trek with a slight touch of high altitude. The adventure begins from the beautiful city in Pokhara, the renowned tourist hub of Nepal. The trek begins with an exciting drive heading towards the mid-hills through lovely farm villages festooned with age-old heritage cultures.
The first part of the journey for few days follows on the mainstream trail to Ghorepani. A famous village Ghorepani, located beneath the scenic Poon Hill, a popular viewpoint among trekkers. Poon Hill at 3,210 m high offers stunning sunrise views along with world’s three highest mountain panorama. From Poon Hill and Ghorepani Village our route diverts towards off-the-beaten tracks, on least ventured trail by trekkers. The trek follows to the last village of Sauta, and then into mountain wilderness. The climb leads through beautiful forest of rhododendrons, pines, oaks and fir trees. As the trek progresses heading above the tree lines reaching on top of Khopra Ridge. The highest spot for overnight halt, from Khopra Ridge enjoy the spectacular scenery of dramatic landscapes. As you stand between the staggering Mt. Dhaulagiri and Mt. Annapurna, Vara Shikar / Annapurna Fang and close to Annapurna South Peak.
At Khopra Ridge having a free day for long exciting hike to Khair Lake, revered as a holy site. A picturesque and spiritual place with a glacial pond, where once a year a religious fair is held. On reaching the main highlights of the adventures, enjoy the sweeping views of the giant peaks that surrounds Khair Lake. After a great wonderful hike return journey leads on an alternative route from Khair Lake and Khopra Ridge. The walk follows down and ups through enchanting woodland and lovely meadows and pasture fields. Slowly the trek comes to the end reaching at Ghandruk, one of the largest mountain village populated by the Gurung. The main hill tribes of the Annapurna Himalayan regions, enjoying the last overnight stop in a mountain village. The next morning an interesting drive brings you back to scenic Pokhara city. A beautiful and perfect spot to conclude our marvelous adventure to Khopra Ridge and Khair Lake Trekking.
Highlights:
- Adventure in between towering Dhaulagiri and Annapurna Himalayan peaks.
- Explore the hidden corners of southern Annapurna Himalayan scenic high ridges.
- On off-the-beaten trails amidst serene surrounding and rural mountain villages.
- Enchanting forest lined with tall rhododendrons, oaks, and blue pine, fir trees.
- Stunning sunrise from Poon Hill with panorama of the world’s highest peaks.
- Trek to the holy Khair Glacial Lake enclosed by staggering snow-capped peaks.