Featured Activities

One of the finest short camping treks away from the main trekking routes, and into the heart of the Annapurnas

This popular trek is both remote and short, and goes through many isolated villages, pristine forests and rarely-trekked high alpine pastures, offering incomparable views of the Annapurna and Dhaulagiri massifs. Within a few days of trekking we reach the alpine heights of Kopra Ridge (3,660m), which offers stunning wild scenery. A further highlight is our forays to the high pastures, where ancient pilgrim trails lead to the sacred Kaire Lake. A stop at Poon Hill affords a last look at these spectacular giants as more charming villages mark the way back.

Itinerary
Day 1 Arrive Kathmandu (1,330m)
Day 2 In Kathmandu, sightseeing Kathmandu Valley
 Day 3 Drive through the stunning river valleys to Pokhara (820m)
 Day 4/5 Short drive to Phedi (1,130m); Follow established trails affording fine views of Annapurna South to Ghandruk (1,940m)
Day 6/9 Trek remote forest trails to Kopra Ridge (3,600m) with magnificent views of Dhaulagiri
Day 10/12 Explore the stunning Kopra and Khaire/Baraha Lake (4,200m) area, and the awesome views of Annapurna and Dhaulagiri
 Day 13 Descend to Ghorepani (2,750m) via a different route; climb Poon Hill (3,193m) for superb mountain views
 Day 14 End trek at Nayapul (1,070m), and drive to Pokhara
 Day 15 Drive to Kathmandu                                                                                                                     Day 16 Trip concludes

Trip profile
16 Day Trip
11 days point-to-point trek
3 nights Kathmandu
2 night Pokhara
Accommodation5 nights Hotels, Guesthouses
Trek accommodation10 nights Teahouses
Transport Private bus
TypeCamping
Style Discovery
When to VisitOct to Dec, Mar to May
Altitude Max 4,200m/ 13,778ft (Khaire/Baraha Lake)
Altitude Avg2,450m/ 8,037ft
Grade C/ DIFFICULT
-Involves trekking of up to 6-7 hours a day at a steady pace (at altitude, as you  trek along Kopra ridge)
-Kopra Ridge and Khaire is likely to be snowbound in winter, and challenging;  otherwise relatively easy
Annapurna South & Kopra Ridge

Highlights
-Kathmandu's ancient temples and markets
-Scenic drive to Pokhara
-Grand views of Annapurna South and Hiunchuli from  lower trails
-Interesting Gurung and Magar villages
-Quiet trail- off the beaten track
-Trek through the world's biggest rhododendron forest  on the Tadapani route
-Pristine alpine forests higher up, and yak pastures
-Close up views of Dhaulagiri and Annapurna South BC  from the Kopra Ridge
-Pilgrims trail to Baraha Lake
-Ascend the world-famous Poon Hill for the stunning  mountain panorama
-Mule caravans reminiscent of olden times
-Beautiful lakeside city of Pokhara
 

Inclusions
-All meals except main meals in Kathmandu;
-All ground transport, including airport transfers,
-All accommodations;
-Sightseeing in Kathmandu;
-All applicable permits and entrance fees;
-Full trek staff arrangements including a Trek Leader  and Sherpa guides;
-Porters to carry personal and group equipments;
-Use of Trek Pack;
-Group medical kit;
-All major group equipments, etc.
_All trekking permit

 
Exclusion
-Presonal expansc
-Tip & Donation
-Drinks
-Air fare

Comments
-Offers a fine opportunity to get into the mountains in a  short time, and without having to contend with altitude,  flight problems and 'Gore-Tex crowd'
-This trek incorporates part of the Annapurna Foothills  trek, and could also be combined with Annapurna  Sanctuary trek if you have plenty of days to spare