Side by side
| Khopra Danda Trek | Nar Phu Valley Trek | |
|---|---|---|
| Days | 8 | 10 |
| Highest point | 4,660 m | 5,320 m |
| Difficulty | Moderate | Strenuous |
| Total distance | 78 km | 115 km |
| Best months | March to May and October to December | March to May and September to November |
| Typical cost | $680 to $1,150 | $1,100 to $1,850 |
| Starts from | Nayapul or Ghandruk, near Pokhara | Koto (near Chame) |
| Permits | 2 | 2 |
Choose the Khopra Danda Trek if
The Khopra Danda trek is an 8 day ridge trail in Nepal's Annapurna region reaching 3,660 m at the lodge and 4,660 m at holy Khayer Lake. It offers close panoramic views of Mount Dhaulagiri across the Kali Gandaki gorge without the heavy foot traffic of Poon Hill.
Steep forest trails and an exposed ridgeline. The excursion up to Khayer Lake at 4,660 m requires good fitness, early morning departures and steady footing over loose stone paths.
Choose the Nar Phu Valley Trek if
The Nar Phu Valley trek is a 10 day restricted route north of the Annapurna Circuit reaching 5,320 m at Kang La Pass. It leads into medieval stone hamlets, ancient monasteries, and dramatic trans-Himalayan gorges near the Tibetan border, requiring special permits and a registered guide.
Remote trails chiseled out of vertical canyon cliffs, sustained altitude in Phu village, and an early morning pass crossing over Kang La at 5,320 m.
