Somewhere in the Annapurna region away from the regular trails and crowds lies the Khopra ridge. Across the ridge from the more famous Poon Hill trek, this route is offbeat and a jewel waiting to be discovered. Beneath the shadow of the Dhaulagiri Massif, this is a trek developed by the local community hence the name. You will be staying in lodges run by the local community initiated by Mahabir Pun winner of the Magsaysay award Asia’s equivalent to the Nobel Prize. The flora and fauna start with lush green semitropical forests in the lowlands and end with alpine pastures and pine forests in the upper reaches. The people of the lower reaches are mostly a mix of Nepal’s myriad ethnicities while the upper reaches are mostly inhabited by Magars one of the largest ethnic groups. We reach a maximum altitude of 3500 mts with stunning views of Dhaulagiri the seventh highest mountain in the world at 8167mts.

Itinerary: Khopra Ridge Community Trek (Annapurna Region)
Day 1: Arrival in Pokhara
Arrival in Pokhara, briefing, trek preparation, and overnight stay.

Day 2: Drive to Ghandruk / Trek Start
Scenic drive and trek through Gurung villages and lush forests.

Day 3: Trek to Tadapani
Walk through rhododendron forests with mountain views and wildlife.

Day 4: Trek to Bayeli Kharka
Gradual ascent into quieter, offbeat trail sections.

Day 5: Trek to Khopra Ridge (3,500m)
Reach Khopra Ridge with stunning views of Dhaulagiri and Annapurna ranges.

Day 6: Exploration / Optional Khayer Lake Visit
Day hike to Khayer Lake or relaxation at the ridge viewpoint.

Day 7: Trek to Swanta Village
Descend through alpine pastures and traditional Magar settlements.

Day 8: Trek to Ulleri / Drive to Pokhara
Final descent and return to Pokhara.

Day 9: Departure
Transfer to airport or onward travel.