Khopra Trek Package-Cost
We cater budget, standard and full fledged package to Khopra Danda Trek. The package price ranges from USD 460 to USD 830.
Khopra Trek-Difficulty
Khopra Trek is an easy to moderate grade trek. There are lots of stairs of uphill and downhill. One of the nice things about this trek is you won’t have to worry too much about altitude. The highest point of the trek at 4,600 meters, the Khaire Lake. At that level, you may experience some shortness of breath and a dull headache. It is nothing compared to what you can experience on the higher treks in Nepal.
Accommodation on Khopra Danda Trek
During the trek, please don’t expect luxury accommodation. You’ll be staying in remote rural villages at simple tea house and homestay. The teahouses are humble and cozy. The rooms are simple — usually just 2 single beds. There might be a small table and some hooks on the wall from which you can hang your clothes. You may have an opportunity to spend the night in a home stay. Group have to stay in a separate home, spread throughout the village.
Toilets-
Toilets are all shared and outside the room. So yeah, if you wake up in the middle of the night, you’ll want to grab your headlamp because you’ll have to walk a ways to get there. Toilets on the trek will be rustic. And showers will be very basic. These differ from tea house to tea house. Others had Western-style toilets that you needed to fill with a bucket of water to flush. If you need to use the toilet during the trek. You go in the woods. Most of the time, you’re trekking through forests, so you’ll just need to find a secluded spot where nobody can see you.
Showers-
Some tea houses have showers, others don’t. We’d highly suggest packing wipes and not being too concerned with showering on your trek, because, well, you’re not always going to have the option.
Food on Khopra Trek
Lunch and Dinner-
Meals on the trek will basically consist of rice, pasta, lentils, potatoes, rice, dumplings and more rice. Most food options on the trail are already veggie. It’s actually difficult to find anything that has meat in it. And if you’re vegan, you’ll be happy to know that there are lots of options for you too. When anything on the menu says it comes with vegetables, expect a small bit of shredded carrot, cabbage, and onion — not much more than that.
Breakfast-
Set breakfast basically consist of fried eggs, spiced potatoes with onions and peppers and chapati. Masala Omelet is basically just an omelet with some small pieces of vegetables and some seasoning. Pancakes-It is a bit different than what you’re probably used to. Instead of being light and fluffy, they are quite dense and have almost a rubbery texture. Tibetan Bread is doughy and fried, this is almost like an unsweetened doughnut when it’s cooked well. They’re good with peanut butter and jam or honey. Masala Milk Tea or Milk Coffee are usually the options for drinks with breakfast. You can also ask for tea or coffee without milk.
Khopra Trek-Seasons
The best times of the year for trekking in Mohare Danda are in the spring and the fall. These times of year have comfortable temperatures, clear skies, and less chance of rain. If you hike during the winter months, be prepared with warmer layers. And if you hike during the summer (monsoon) months, be sure you have waterproof layers. During monsoon season (the months of June and July) leeches can be found on many trails.
Khopra Trek-Permits
All trekkers in Nepal must acquire the Trekkers’ Information Management Systems (TIMS) Card. The TIMS Card is mandatory to ensure the safety and security of trekkers. In addition to the TIMS Card, you also need a to get a ACAP permit to do Mohare Danda Trek. A copy of your passport and two passport-size photographs are required to obtain a TIMS Card and ACAP permit.
Khopra Trek-Last Minute Booking
If you are unable to book a trip in advance, We do accept a last-minute trek booking. To take advantage of this facility, you need to pay 100% of the trip payment before the trip departures. We do our best to operate a trek at any time, but in case of last-minute booking, we are not responsible for delay due to circumstance that beyond our control such as bad weather and landslide.
Tipping for Khopra Trek
On restaurants and cafes, it is nice to tip 10% of the bill. Tipping to driver, porter and guide is also normal. Tips for guide and porter, it depends on your satisfaction. We kindly advise to tip guide and porter, the 10 to 20 percent of the total trip cost you pay.
Carry Cash in Nepali rupees
We suggest to carry with you USD 150 to USD 200 equivalent Nepali rupees cash with you. The will be good enough to pay hot showers, charging batteries and drinks. It will not cover tipping your guide and porter.
Money Exchange
ATM machines in Kathmandu and Pokhara provide Nepali currency. The ATMs accept Visa and Mastercard. Money changer will change US dollars, Pounds, Australian Dollars, Singaporean Dollars, Malaysian Ringgit, and Euros into Nepali rupees. They do not accept cards.
Important Notes
- No extra charge for a solo traveler.
- It is highly unusual to get a single room on the trek. Expect to share with someone of the same sex.
- Meals on the trek are included in the price, but does not include hot or cold drinks, alcohol, snacks, or extra food.
- Drones are not permitted unless you have a special permit to fly them. It is tricky to obtain permission, so leave it at home unless you need a drone.
- Please arrange trekking insurance before leaving your home country. We do not provide insurance for our clients.
Equipment for Khopra Trek
It requires good quality and appropriate equipment. Especially, a good pair of hiking boots and breathable hard-shell rain jacket. We highly recommend below packing list to hike the 6-day Ghorepani Poon Hill Trek.
Technical Clothing
- Waterproof Jacket, breathable with hood
- Insulated Jacket, synthetic or down
- Soft Jacket, fleece or soft-shelled
- Long Sleeve Shirts, light-weight, moisture-wicking fabric
- Short Sleeve Shirts, light-weight, moisture-wicking fabric
- Waterproof Pants, breathable (side-zipper recommended)
- Hiking Trousers
- Fleece Pants
- Shorts (optional)
- Long Underwear (moisture-wicking fabric recommended)
- 3 Underwear, briefs (moisture-wicking fabric recommended)
- Sport Bra (women)
Headwear
- Brimmed Hat, for sun protection
- Knit Hat, for warmth
- Balaclava, for face coverage (optional)
- Bandana (optional)
Headwear
- Gloves, warm (waterproof recommended)
- Glove Liners, thin, synthetic, worn under gloves for added (optional)
Footwear
- Hiking Boots, warm, waterproof, broken-in, with spare laces
- Trainers or Crocs, to wear at camp (optional)
- 3 Socks, thick, wool or synthetic
- 3 Sock Liners, tight, thin, synthetic, worn under socks to prevent blisters (optional)
- Gaiters, waterproof (optional)
Accessories
- Sunglasses or Goggles
- Backpack Cover, waterproof (optional)
- Poncho, during rainy season (optional)Water Bottle (Nalgene, 32 oz. recommended
- Water Bladder, Camelback type (recommended)
- Towel, lightweight, quick-dry (optional)
- Stuff Sacks or Plastic Bags, various sizes, to keep gear dry and separate
Equipment
- Sleeping Bag, warm, four seasons
- Sleeping Bag Liner, for added warmth (optional)
- Trekking Poles (recommended)
- Head lamp, with extra batteries
- Duffel bag, (waterproof recommended) for porters to carry your equipment.
- Daypack, for you to carry your personal gear
Other
- Toiletries (Option)
- Prescriptions
- Sunscreen
- Lip Balm
- Insect Repellent, containing DEET
First Aid Kit
- Hand Sanitizer
- Toilet Paper (To be provided)
- Wet Wipes (recommended)
- Snacks, light-weight, high calorie, high energy (optional)
- Pencil and Notebook, miniature, for trip log (optional)
- Camera, with extra batteries (optional)
