Route Planning
10-Day Khopra Trek Itinerary
Our most relaxed, safety-conscious pacing. Featuring a built-in rest day at Dobato, this route is ideal for families, senior trekkers, and those prioritizing altitude acclimatization.
Daily Route Profile
Day 1Pokhara to GhandrukSleep Elev: 1,940m
Drive from Pokhara to Kimche (3 hrs), climb stone steps to Ghandruk (1 hr). Visit traditional Gurung village houses.
Day 2Ghandruk to TadapaniSleep Elev: 2,630m
Short hike climbing through oak forests (4 hrs). Views of Machhapuchhre.
Day 3Tadapani to DobatoSleep Elev: 3,420m
Climb through forest trails (5 hrs) to the high clearing of Dobato.
Day 4Dobato Rest & ExplorationSleep Elev: 3,420m
Built-in rest day. Climb Muldai Viewpoint for sunrise, explore local yak pastures, and rest.
Day 5Dobato to ChhistibungSleep Elev: 2,975m
Descend into the valley clearing, watching for pheasants and deer (4 hrs).
Day 6Chhistibung to Khopra RidgeSleep Elev: 3,660m
Steep 1,000m climb on exposed grassy ridges (5 hrs). Direct view of Dhaulagiri.
Day 7Khopra to Khayer Lake & ReturnSleep Elev: 3,660m
Strenuous day hike to the sacred alpine lake (4,660m) and back (8-9 hrs).
Day 8Khopra Ridge to SwantaSleep Elev: 2,214m
Descend steeply through alpine meadows and bamboo forests to Swanta Magar village (5 hrs).
Day 9Swanta to GhorepaniSleep Elev: 2,860m
Climb through Magar villages and oak forests to join the classic route at Ghorepani (4 hrs).
Day 10Ghorepani to Nayapul & PokharaSleep Elev: 820m
Hike to Poon Hill, descend stone steps to Nayapul (6 hrs), drive to Pokhara (1.5 hrs).
First-Hand Expert Insight
This guide is maintained and reviewed by our licensed local trekking guides operating out of Kathmandu. We regularly update routes, weather advisories, and community lodge statuses based on active trail checks.
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