Trek to Khopra danda: Let your soul be at peace
Khopra danda is in Paudwar, Myagdi, a village where I was born. I have been there quite often, because the majestic morning view of different Mountains and greenery hills calls me time and again. A 4 hours walk from my village to this Danda through amazing view of Rhododendron bushes and landscapes is breathtaking. In this post I would like to share my experience of my trek in last July and give you a guide on Khopra danda trek.
Short Itinerary
Day 1: Kathmandu –Pokhara – Beni, Myagdi
Day 2: Beni – Pokharebagar – Paudwar Village
Day 3: Paudwar village – Lahareni – Khopra
Day 4: Khopra – Paudwar village
in option ( Khopra – Khayer lake ( 4630 m) / kali barahi lake (4260 m) / Gorse barahi lake(4790 m )/ dudhkunda( 5216 m) / Poonhill
Day 5: Paudwar village – Beni
Day 6: Beni – Kathmandu
Khopra Danda Trek Experience and Memories
Day 1: Kathmandu to Beni
We can get direct bus or micro easily from Nayabuspark. It takes 9 hrs to reach Beni.
Day 2: Beni to Paudwar village (2000 m)
Jeeps are available from Beni to Paudwar village. It is 4 hours off road ride. This is a village of Pun Magar people, where one can find a unique culture and lifestyle.
Day 3: Paudwar village to Khopra Danda (3660 m)
At Lahareni we had our lunch and after 2 hours of walk we reached to khopra danda.
Day 4: khopra to Paudwar village
Early morning when I got out from my room sun rays had just kissed the majestic Dhaulagiri range, Mt. Nilgiri and Annapurna, which were so close that I felt I could hug them. I felt as if I was in heaven. The sky was clear which made the view even better. We could see Andhaglachhi (world’s deepest gorge), Ghorepani and many other villages. Furthermore, grazing of Sheep and Yaks made the landscape even more attractive. After spending some unforgettable memories, we returned back to Paudwar village.
When to Trek Khopra Danda?
We can visit there anytime but the best time to visit is considered from September – June and May – July.
Trip Highlights
- Magnificent view of Dhaulagiri range, Mt. Niligiri and Annapurna
- Get to know Pun Magar Culture and village lifestyle
- View of Andhagalchhi (world’s deepest Gorge)
- Beautiful landscape with colorful Rhododendron bushes
- Grazing of yaks and sheep.
Things to prepare for trek
- Enough Cash
- Down jacket, Windproof jacket
- Woolen gloves/scarf
- Warm socks/normal socks
- Trekking shoes/slippers
- Thermal layer
- Trekking pants/trousers
- First Aid Kit
- Trekking Bag
- Sunglasses
- Water bottle
- Peanuts, Casew, Almonds
- Snickers and some Milky Bar
- Trekking Stick
- Head Lamps
- Wet wipes,Tissue papers, Toothbrush,Toothpaste,Sunscreen
Budget:15,000(approximate)
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