Hidden Lake & Khayer Lake Trekking

S.N	Mode	Route	Elev.(m)	Duration	Overnight	Included
1	Flight	Arrival Kathmandu Tribhuvan Int'l Airport - Tranfer Hotel - Briefing Your Trek	1300		Hotel in Thamel	Dinner
2	FGT/Dr/Trek	Kathmandu Airport - Pokhara Int'l Airport - Kande - Australian Camp	2070	3/4 Hours	Guest House	Breakfast-Lunch-Dinner
3	Trek	Australian Camp - Pothana (ACP) - Deurali - Tokha - Landhruk Village	1565	5/6 Hours	Guest House	Breakfast-Lunch-Dinner
4	Trek	Landhruk Village - Modi Khola - Jinu Danda - Chhomrong Village	2170	5/6 Hours	Guest House	Breakfast-Lunch-Dinner
5	Trek	Chhomrong Village - Forest Trail - Gurung Hill - Tribung	3430	4/5 Hours	Guest House	Breakfast-Lunch-Dinner
6	Trek	Tribung - Forest Ridge - Open Pasture - Pode Kharka	4060	5/6 Hours	Guest House	Breakfast-Lunch-Dinner
7	Trek	Pode Kharka - Hidden Lake - Pode Kharka - Bayeli - Dhankharka	3200	7/8 Hours	Guest House	Breakfast-Lunch-Dinner
8	Trek	Dhankharka (Chistibung) - Steep Climb - Khopra Danda	3660	3/4 Hours	Guest House	Breakfast-Lunch-Dinner
9	Hike	Khopra Danda - Khayer Lake Base Camp - Khayer Lake - Khopra	4660	6/7 Hours	Guest House	Breakfast-Lunch-Dinner
10	Trek	Khopra Danda - Forest Ridge - Open Pasture - Paudwar Village	2100	4/5 Hours	Guest House	Breakfast-Lunch-Dinner
11	Trek	Pauwar Village - Forest & River Valley Trail - Tatopani (Hot Spring)	1190	4/5 Hours	Guest House	Breakfast-Lunch-Dinner
12	Drive	Tatopani - Kali Gandaki Rive - Beni Bazaar - Lakeside Pokhara	940	4/5 Hours	Hotel in Pokhara	Breakfast-Lunch
13	Tour/Flight	Explore Pokhara - Pokhara Int'l Airport - Kathmandu Airport - Transfer Hotel	1300		Hotel in Thamel	Breakfast
14	Flight	Departure - Kathmandu Tribhuvan Int'l Airport - Own Your Destination				Breakfast

Hidden Lake & Khayer Lake is one of the most famous trekking trails in Annapurna region. This trail goes through the Landhruk Vilage, Jinu Danda, Chhomrong Village and then reaches to Hidden Lake & Khayer Lake and making trips around, it turns back to Tatopani and finally ends at Beni. Khopra trekking is considered to be the heart of Annapurna region. While having trekking to the area, you will have a chance to have majestic views of Mt. Annapurna III, IV, Machhapuchhre (fishtail), Dhampus peak and other mountains and peak lying in the area.

The Hidden Lake & Khayer Lake trekking begins either begins at Kande, Australian Camp or Dhampush Village, which can be reached by a short drive from Pokhara then the trekking continues to through the forested ridges and passes the traditional villages, lust forest and finally reaches to the sacred Hidden Lake (4,380M) & Khayer Lake (4660M), which is situated in between the snow-capped mountains. The pleasant tranquil trails lead you through rhododendron forest, sometimes you will spot some wildlife and vegetation like orchids. You will view Himchuli and Annapurna south while ascending through the rhododendron forest and alpine meadows and finally you will make it to the Khaire Baraha(4,500m), making excursion of the area, you will return back through the different way-you’re, trek ends at Tatopani and you will return back to Pokhara and flight or drive back to Kathmandu.

Itinerary Details

14 Days 1300 m. Dinner Hotel in Thamel

Arrive at Tribhuvan International Airport Kathmandu (1,300m/4,264ft) and transfer to Hotel & Alliance Adventure Pvt. Ltd will brief about your Hidden Lake & Khayer Lake Trek.

14 Days 2070 m. Breakfast-Lunch-Dinner Guest House

The flight from Kathmandu Domestic Airport to Pokhara Int'l Airport and Drive to Kande & Trek to Australian Camp. The trail through forests, stepping stones, hillside villages and Panoramic views of Annapurna South, Machhapuchhre (Fishtail), Hiunchuli, and more Himalayan peaks.

14 Days 1565 m. Breakfast-Lunch-Dinner Guest House

This is a beautiful and moderate downhill trek through traditional Gurung villages, forests, and terraced farmland in the Annapurna region. The trek gentle forest trail through rhododendron and oak trees passing through Pothana, a small village with tea houses and ACAP checkpoint. The views of Annapurna South and Machhapuchhre on clear days and Deurali is small resting point of lodges. Steady descent through forest and terraced farmland passing through Tolka, a peaceful Gurung settlement continue downhill to Landruk, crossing small streams and stone staircases.

14 Days 2170 m. Breakfast-Lunch-Dinner Guest House

This is a classic section of the Annapurna Base Camp trail, offering dramatic river valleys, suspension bridges, and close-up mountain views. The trail through terraced farmland & river valley of Modi Khola crossing a suspension bridge over the river, gradual uphill through forest and small settlements of near Jhinu Danda (1,780m), famous for its natural hot springs (about 20 minutes downhill from the lodges if you are really interesting with nature hot spring), after that final climb brings you to Chhomrong village with spectacular mountain views.

14 Days 3430 m. Breakfast-Lunch-Dinner Guest House

This is a beautiful off-the-beaten-path section of the Hidden Lake (Tridevi Tal) route in the Annapurna region. The trail passes through forest, high pasture, and traditional Gurung settlements.

14 Days 4060 m. Breakfast-Lunch-Dinner Guest House

This section is one of the most scenic and quieter parts of the Hidden Lake (Tridevi Tal) route in the Annapurna region. The trail gradually leaves forest behind and enters alpine pasture land. The trail gradually climb through dense rhododendron, oak forest & narrow trail with occasional steep stone steps with views of Annapurna South and surrounding peaks.

14 Days 3200 m. Breakfast-Lunch-Dinner Guest House

This is one of the most adventurous and rewarding days on the Hidden Lake route. It combines a high-altitude lake hike with a long scenic descent. Early morning start to hike gradual alpine climb over rocky terrain with Himalayan views along the ridge. The Hidden lake quiet glacial lake surrounded by alpine landscape & incredible reflections of Annapurna South & nearby peaks on clear days. The trail walking same way back and descend through alpine pasture. Trail enters rhododendron forest gradually. Dhangkharka is a peaceful grazing settlement with basic lodge facilities.

14 Days 3660 m. Breakfast-Lunch-Dinner Guest House

This section reconnects you with the classic Khopra Ridge trail and rewards you with one of the best panoramic viewpoints in the Annapurna region. The trail gradually uphill through rhododendron forest & open sections with mountain views. The sunset and sunrise from Khopra are absolutely spectacular with 360° panoramic views.

14 Days 4660 m. Breakfast-Lunch-Dinner Guest House

Early morning start at (5:00–5:30AM) the trail climbs gradually through open alpine pasture, stunning morning light on Dhaulagiri & Annapurna South, Yaks, prayer flags, complete silence — magical vibes and hot tea coffee/Breakfast in Khayer Lake Base Camp. The trail becomes steeper and more rugged, rocky path with thin air — slow and steady wins here. You’ll pass small stone shelters used by shepherds. Views expand with altitude — feels wild and raw. Surrounded by snow peaks, cliffs, and prayer flags. Local belief: pilgrims take a holy dip during Janai Purnima.

14 Days 2100 m. Breakfast-Lunch-Dinner Guest House

This is a beautiful descending day from the high alpine ridge of Khopra down to traditional hillside villages. You leave the dramatic mountain ridge and enter forest and terraced farmland. Paudwar Village offering traditional culture village lifestyle, traditional stone houses with slate roofs, Agriculture and livestock are main livelihoods.

14 Days 1190 m. Breakfast-Lunch-Dinner Guest House

This is a beautiful descending trek from traditional hillside village to the famous natural hot springs along the Kali Gandaki River. A perfect relaxing end after the Khopra Ridge trek. The natural hot spring soothes tired muscles after trek and raditionally believed to help with joint pain, skin conditions, and stress relief.

14 Days 940 m. Breakfast-Lunch Hotel in Pokhara

Driving from Tatopani (Myagdi) to Pokhara via Beni Bazaar** is a beautiful journey along the Kali Gandaki River valley. It is a popular route after completing the Khopra & Khayer Lake Trek. The drive beautiful views of river gorges and terraced farmland & small local towns and traditional villages.

14 Days 1300 m. Breakfast Hotel in Thamel

Early in the morning Drive & Explore Pokhara one bigest Shiva Statue & World Peace Pagoda (Peace Stupa. The drive back to Hotel breakfast, Boating Fewa Lake & check ou from Hotel Drive to Pokhara Int'l Airport to Kathmandu Domestic Airport Alliance Adventure staff pick-up & Drive explore Bouddhanath Stupa is one of the largest Buddhist stupas in the world and a UNESCO World Heritage Site in Kathmandu Valley. It is the spiritual heart of Tibetan Buddhism in Nepal. After Bouddhanath drive to Thamel transfer to Hotel. Alliance Adventure offering a farewell dinner is a wonderful way to show appreciation and create lasting memories of your Khopra Danda & Khayer Lake Trek.

14 Days Breakfast

Departure to Kathmandu Tribhuvan Int'l Airport after a wonderful Annapurna Base Camp Trek. Today is last day in Nepal and last minutes shopping for family's, frineds, packing and Alliance Adventure help you to the airport for your onward destination to your country.

Include/Exclude

What are Included In My Package ?

Arrival Pick-Up and Departure transportation.
2N Hotel in Thamel, Kathmandu & Breakfast.
1N Hotel in Lakeside, Pokhara & Breakfast.
All comfortable Lodges, Meals 3 times a day Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner during your trekking.
Farewell Dinner in Kathmandu.
Trekking Duffel bag waterproof.
Drive from Pokhara Int'l Airport to Kande & Tatopani by private transportation.
Friendly Speaking English Guide and strong helpful potters lodging and fooding, during your trek.
Pokhara Valley Sightseeing with entries fee.
Annapurna Conservation (ACAP) Trekking Permit and TIMS Cards.
Insurances for Guide and Potter during your trek.
Kathmandu Domestic Airport to Pokhara Int'l Airport to Kathmandu Domestic Airport flight Tickets.

What are excluded from the package ?

Tea, Coffee, Hot Lemon, Ginger Honey, Hot chocolate, Cold drinks coke, fanta, sprite, mine water, Phone calls, laundry and bar bills on the trek.
Warm down Jacket, Sleeping Bag, and walking pole.
Tips for guide and potters.
Mountain Sickness Insurance.
Kathmandu, Pokhara Lunch and Dinner.
International flight ticket and entry Nepal visa fee.
Kathmandu to Pokhara or Pokhara to Kathmandu Domestic flight cost.
Optional trips and sightseeing if extend.

Traveller Useful Information

IMPORTANT NOTES

Keep all receipts that you have until you back to your home.
No flashy stuff-jewelry, valuables etc.
Strongly advised not to go wandering unless in large group (the “poor” men would have to suffer at the hands of the ladies who would want to shop), Always be aware of your surroundings.
Do not / not give money to street children/beggars.
Entrance to some temples may be prohibited for non-Hindus & Leather articles are prohibited inside temple precinct.

THINGS TO BRING

Windproof outer jacket and warm down-filled jacket if afraid of cold.
Comfortable trousers for men and loose skirts for women during the day.
Gloves, hat or cap, sunglasses, sunblock, lip balm, etc, to avoid sunburn as the sun in high altitude can be quite intense.
Lightweight trekking shoes, warm woolen/ thermal socks. (If one is afraid of cold, otherwise, plain ol’ ordinary socks will suffice.
Thermal undergarments this is for the night which might be a bit cold, otherwise, tracksuit should suffice.
Flashlight and spare batteries.

AFTER TRIP CONFIRMATION

You must start to train yourself when you are free once a week or one day hiking in Mountain in your country or up and down 2/3 hours morning OR evening.
We have to need your flight detail and passport photocopy and passport size photo for the trekking permit and Tims cards.
Per person, 50% deposit in the company account and rest of balance whence you arrive in Hotel then clear the payment in the office.
Nepal visa can apply on arrival gate in Kathmandu airport immigration. Nepal visa charge for 15 Days USD25 and for 30 Days USD 40.