Less popular, less crowded, more beautiful alternative to ABC
Drive from Pokhara to Nayapul by vehicle and Trek to Ghandruk (6,654 ft)
Distance: 41 kms + 9 kms
Duration: 2-3 hours drive + 3.5 hours trek
Today we will drive from Pokhara to Nayapul. From here we will trek to Ghandruk which will take about 3.5 hours. Overnight in teahouse/lodge.
Ghandruk (6,654 ft) to Tadapani (9,020 ft)
Distance: 8 kms
Duration: 5 hours
Today we will trek from Ghandruk to the big hamlet of Tadapani which also connects the trail to the major trek of Annapurna Base Camp. The trek has a steep incline with almost 2500ft of heigh gain that will help you to acclimatize for future days as well. The trial enters a lovely forest. The excitement of what lies ahead of you is at an all-time high. Overnight in the teahouse.
Tadapani (9,020 ft) to Dobato (11,826 ft)
Distance: 7 kms
Duration: 5 hours
Today's trek to Dobato is a steep ascent with over 2800ft of altitude gain that might be hectic. Dobato is a lovely hamlet located at a meadow ridge and if the weather is clear then there are high chances of getting glimpses of snow-capped mountains from this Hamlet.
Dobato (11,826 ft) to Khopra ridge (12,581 ft)
Distance: 10.8 kms
Duration: 7 hours
Wake up early before sunrise and make your way to the Khopra viewpoint. Today you will descend and ascend through thick rhododendron forest with beautiful streams crisscrossing their way through the trail. You will eventually reach lovely alpine meadows and cross the same to reach Khopra Ridge. One side you will get to see the green valleys of Nepal Mountains and on the other end, you have the giant snow-capped mountains. The best of the lot will be Mt. Dhaulagiri, it will be the clear winner among all in terms of views, there will be nothing in between you and Dhaulagiri to block the view. Spend the night in teahouses. One of the best highlights of the Khopra ridge trek is the impressive ridge walk with panoramic views and also the fact that you get stunning views of peaks and mountain ranges from the teahouses.
Khopra ridge (12,581 ft) to Khayar lake (15,640 ft) and back to Khopra ridge
Distance: 15.5 kms
Duration: 8 hours
Today's trek is the longest. We will start early and proceed towards Khayar Lake, a holy lake that is the adobe of goddess Khair Barahi. You will get a grand and unobstructed view of Annapurna and Mt. Machapucchare. The trail has a decent ascent at the beginning followed by a steep trail before reaching the Khayar Lake. Spend some time in awe of the majestic peaks surrounding this stunning lake and retrace your steps back to Khopra ridge. Overnight in teahouse.
Khopra ridge (12,581 ft) to Shwata (7,786 ft)
Distance: 9.6 kms
Duration: 5 hours
We start our day with an initial descent of over 700m and you will be passing through dense jungle with the trail cutting through rhododendron and oak trees in a zig zag fashion. Swanta is a giant hamlet on a mountain surface surrounded by never ending terrace farms. Explore the village and retire for the night. Overnight in homestay.
Shwata (7,786 ft) to Ghorepani (9,775 ft)
Distance: 9 kms
Duration: 4.5 hours
The trail from Shwanta to Ghorepani is a series of ascents and descents which is certainly not monotonous. You will be crossing through dense forests with frequent clearings and you get a glimpse of Annapurna range rising high and mighty. We cross and isolated village named Chitre to eventually reach Ghorepani. Overnight in homestay.
Ghorepani (9,775 ft) to Nayapul Trek; Depart for Pokhara
Distance: 7 kms + 41 kms
Duration: 3 hours trek + 2-3 hours drive
Today we will trek through thick rhododendron forest to reach Nayapul where our vehicles will be waiting for you and we will drive down to Pokhara. Overnight in hotel.
Located at an elevation of 3,900M, Khopra Ridge Trek is a moderate level trek which for its difficulty level is suitable for anyone with some prior experience of high-altitudes. The Khopra Ridge Trek is perfect for trekkers looking for an offbeat trail in Nepal.
This makes it mandatory for you to have high-altitude experience of preferably multiple treks marked at level 3 on the BRS. The altitude, the terrain, and the nature of the climb demand a certain level of endurance and a need for you to be aware of how your body reacts to the various features of the high-altitude environment.
we will send you a progression chart to help you comfortably get out of your comfort zone in order to level up and ultimately reach your highest potential in the big, bad world of outdoor adventure.
This is a list of essential items for individuals doing the trek with Bikat Adventures. This list contains only those items which the participants are required to bring with them. The list excludes those items which are provided by Bikat Adventures on the trek. We have divided the items into five categories. All the items in the list are essential except for those marked as optional.
Our batch sizes are capped at 15 for smaller treks with the trek leader and trekker ratio of 1:8. This ratio, in our years of experience, has proven to deliver the best trekking experience for individuals as well as groups. Capping the size of the group ensures individual attention to each trekker so that no signs of distress or need during the trek go unnoticed. It also helps to form a more cohesive cohort with better group energy which helps define the rhythm and pace of days on the trek. As you go higher up on the BRS scale, since the stakes are higher, expeditions have an even smaller group size with the ratio of expedition leader to climber set at 1:2.
We follow a rigorous regime of hiring and training our experts in the field. Each trek leader is a certified mountaineer with years of experience in the field. In addition to their qualification, they also go through practical and situational training to tackle any and all kinds of sudden conditions that may present themselves on the ground. Being unpredictable is the core nature of the mountains but being ready for any circumstance as best as possible is a controllable asset that we try to nurture. Our field experts are also trained in basic medicine and first-aid response. Watch: Forerunners - The Making of A Trek Leader At Bikat Adventures
Since Bikat Adventures is a learning-based organization, we help you climb up the ladder of difficulty within the sphere of outdoor adventure systematically. Our on-ground training modules are designed to handhold you through the upskilling process so that you are ready to take on bigger challenges.
All the gear used on our treks and expeditions is tried and tested, maintained for good quality, and is overall top-notch in quality and condition. We are continually looking to obtain the best of everything there is in the market so as to ensure optimum safety.
Along with the staff you see on-ground, we have a team of superheroes working in the background to give you the best experience possible. Our background team also comprises local staff from each area who know the region best. Having local support helps with studying the area, pre-planning, execution, and in receiving timely support in case of emergencies in these remote locations.
Our on-field staff is in constant contact with our teams based in primary locations so as to eliminate any avoidable delay in reaching additional help and support when required. We try to use the best tools for communication available, including satellite phones, in regions where they are not restricted.
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