Dec 17 - Dec 23, 2023 confirmed
Poon Hill via Khopra Ridge (Danda) and Khayer Lake Day Trip
(7 days)
Annapurna Region,
Nepal
Rating:
| 10 reviews
Difficulty: challenging
Private trek | 1 confirmed trekker
Teahouse lodging, food, & transportation paid separately.
Food & Lodging
In order to provide you with the best possible price and to get as much money as possible directly to the people who are actually doing the work, we do not charge you in advance for teahouse lodging and food. The guide will be able to book accommodation for the group in advance during high season. However, you will pay the teahouse owner directly for food and lodging. Budget at least $25 a day for food and lodging to be paid in cash directly to the teahouse. Estimated food & lodging for this trip $150 per person.
Transportation
For 'Guide & Permit Only' treks we do not include transportation to/from the trail head. Your guide will help you arrange transportation to the trail head in the case where public bus tickets or a hired private vehicle is required. In addition to your own fare, please pay the fare of your guide and porter (if you have hired one) for public buses and public jeeps. In the case of flights, a fee for the guides transportation is included in the price. You have the option of allowing us to also book your flight this ensures that your guide can be on the same flight. You are also free to book your own flight with the airlines directly if you wish please let us know your flight information if you book your own tickets. If you are on trek in which multiple trekkers have joined we will provide you with the contacts of other members of your trek so that you can arrange your transportation together.- Permits ACAP and TIMS Card
- Guide Guide's wages, food, lodging, and insurance
- VAT Tax 13% Nepal Government Tax
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Porter
Each porter may carry no more than 20 kg (44 lb). One porter is usually enough for 2 people's gear.
Government required insurance covers the porter in case of an accident while on the trip.
$20 per day per porter
+ $30 per porter for porter's insurance
+ $2.21 per day per porter for vat tax (porter)
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A moderate hike in the Annapurna region for those who want a taste of trekking without the high altitude. While relatively easy by Nepal standards, this trek still packs a punch, with some steep climbs and awesome views, including the famed Himalayan panorama from atop Poon Hill.
Side trip via Khopra Ridge (Danda): This route climbs up the Khopra Ridge for magnificent panoramas of Dhaulagiri, Annapurna South, and other Himalayan peaks. An overnight at Khopra Danda (3640 m, 11,942 ft) lets you wake to this spectacular view just outside your room, at what must be one of the best lodge locations in the region.
Side trip Khayer Lake Day Trip: The long day hike to this remote sacred lake at the foot of Annapurna Fang is a strenuous but rewarding side trip climbing 1000 m from Khopra Danda to this small lake at 4660 m (15,289 ft). You will need to pack a lunch and bring water or water purification equipment with you since there is no lodging along the route or at the lake. This hike brings you right next to the soaring rock and ice of the Annapurna Massif.
Weather Conditions in December
December is probably the most underrated month to trek, one of the driest months of the year skies are often clear from sunrise to sunset. The trails and teahouses are less crowded than in November. At higher altitudes, temperatures drop as the winter season approaches so it is important to carry warm enough clothing and sleeping bags. When properly prepared December can be a great month to trek
At a glance
On average there are 1 day with precipitation in
December. The highest point on the trek is
Khayer Lake at
4660 m. During
December, expect high temperatures of around
0.4°C (33°F)
and lows down to
-15.6°C (4°F)
at Khayer Lake.
Poon Hill via Khopra Ridge (Danda) and Khayer Lake Day Trip
(Elevation Profile)
Itinerary
(7 days /
6 nights
)
created by
Benjamin
(United States)
| Sun Dec 17 (day 1) |
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Pokhara (827 m) Expect typical high termperatures of about 23.4°C (74°F) and lows of about 7.4°C (45°F) in December. |
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Public bus from Pokhara to Naya Pul
(Not Included)
Estimated cost:
$2.00
|
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Naya Pul (1000 m) Expect typical high termperatures of about 22.4°C (72°F) and lows of about 6.4°C (44°F) in December. |
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Birethanti (1025 m)
About 45 minutes from Naya Pul |
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Tikhedunga (1525 m)
About 3 hours from Birethani (gentle climb) Overnight |
| Mon Dec 18 (day 2) |
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Ghorepani (2874 m) Expect typical high termperatures of about 11.2°C (52°F) and lows of about -4.8°C (23°F) in December. Overnight |
| Tue Dec 19 (day 3) |
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Poon Hill (3210 m) Expect typical high termperatures of about 9.1°C (48°F) and lows of about -6.9°C (20°F) in December. |
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Swanta (2350 m) Expect typical high termperatures of about 14.3°C (58°F) and lows of about -1.7°C (29°F) in December. |
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Chistibung (3000 m) Expect typical high termperatures of about 10.4°C (51°F) and lows of about -5.6°C (22°F) in December. Overnight |
| Wed Dec 20 (day 4) |
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Khopra Danda (3640 m) Expect typical high termperatures of about 6.6°C (44°F) and lows of about -9.4°C (15°F) in December. Overnight |
| Thu Dec 21 (day 5) |
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Khayer Lake (4660 m)
About 6-7 hours round trip from Khopra Danda (pack a lunch no food) |
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Khopra Danda (3640 m) Expect typical high termperatures of about 6.6°C (44°F) and lows of about -9.4°C (15°F) in December. Overnight |
| Fri Dec 22 (day 6) |
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Tatopani (1190 m) Expect typical high termperatures of about 21.3°C (70°F) and lows of about 5.3°C (42°F) in December. Overnight |
| Sat Dec 23 (day 7) |
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Public bus from Tatopani to Beni
(Not Included)
Estimated cost:
$2.00
|
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Beni (830 m) Expect typical high termperatures of about 23.4°C (74°F) and lows of about 7.4°C (45°F) in December. |
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Public bus from Beni to Pokhara
(Not Included)
Estimated cost:
$4.00
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Pokhara (827 m) Expect typical high termperatures of about 23.4°C (74°F) and lows of about 7.4°C (45°F) in December. |
