13-day Khopra trek in Annapurna (with 1h flight in Everest area)

This amazing 13-day Khopra trek via the Muldhai and Poon Hill viewpoints offers the most spectacular views of the Annapurna mountains. The trek takes you to the remote and wild Khopra ridge (3660m), one of the best viewpoints in the Himalayas. The Muldhai Viewpoint Trek (3637m) is the newly-opened trekking trail in the Annapurna Conservation area in Nepal.

The adventure begins with a flight from Kathmandu to Pokhara. From there, we drive to Ghandruk, where the trekking begins! Along the way on the main trail, we will be staying in traditional tea houses. Once we leave the main path at Tadapani, we will stay in community lodges.

We will be trekking through remote alpine trails, reaching the Muldhai viewpoint, with impressive views over the Annapurna and Dhalaugiri mountains. Then we will continue until we reach the Khopra Ridge. Once there, you will be amazed by spectacular views of impressive peaks, like Annapurna South, Nilgiri, Vara Shikhar and Tukuche.

You will be amazed by the view of high mountains and snow-capped peaks, but this area not only boasts a gorgeous natural beauty; it is also culturally rich, with the unique traditions and culture of the Gurung and Magar ethnic groups. Bear in mind you need a good fitness level to join this trek, as we will be hiking and climbing for several hours each day.

On our way back we descend through open oak forests and alpine pastures,  passing by Swanta, Fulbari and also the well-known Poon Hill viewpoing, where we will watch a beautiful sunrise, surrounded by stunning mountains. We go back to the main trail at Ghorepani and follow Burungdi khola to Nayapool where our trek ends.

Back in Pokhara, we will have some time to relax at this beautiful city, before we travel back to Kathmandu.On the last day of our tour, you will enjoy a mountain flight to the Mount Everest region, getting close to the highest peak in the world and to many high mountains in the Himalayas! 

Then, back in Kathmandu again, you will have time to visit some World Heritage Sites and discover this amazing city, the capital of Nepal.

So if you are in for this great tour in Nepal, just send me a request and book your place! Come join me for an unforgettable experience, discovering stunning natural beauty and a unique culture. 

If you don’t have much time available, check out this 8-day Muldhai Viewpoint Trek in the Annapurna region.