Ghorepani Poon Hill-Khopra Danda- ABC trek is admirable, without a doubt, one of the best trekking destinations in Nepal, or the best of what Nepal has to offer.
Annapurna is a very gorgeous Region in Nepal. The word Annapurna is derived from the Sanskrit language, which means the region of adequate grains. The field and landscape surrounding this region are highly productive and fertile, so all kinds of useful crops, plants, and trees are available. The comfortable weather, convenient geographical situation, and favorable environmental conditions are sustainable and immortal natural gifts in Annapurna.
The Annapurna region is naturally dominant in Nepal. It has Massive Mountains, including the world's highest Mountain, such as Dhaulagiri I, and Mt. Annapurna I, sacred mountains, several Lakes, enormous glaciers, beautiful waterfalls, river streams, dense rhododendron forests, wild animals, birds, and Scenic Valleys. Several ethnical groups inhabit this region with mutual harmony. They have different cultures, traditions, histories, and languages; however, they have warm respect and hearty acceptance of each other. Their friendly culture and hospitality attract every visitor from time to time. The beauty and curiosity of the Annapurna are non-ending.
Annapurna offers unlimited, boundary-less traveling routes, from mini treks to thrilling adventures or mountaineering. Mysterious sacred places sightseeing to the White Water River rafting, Bird watching, geological research, helicopter tours, Cultural tours, anthropological research, or Luxury holidays around beautiful nature.
All Ghorepani Khopra Danda and ABC trek are one another's admiring travel destinations. This trek offers a complete package of the Mt. Dhaulagiri ranges and the Annapurna ranges mountain views. The trek begins by driving out from Pokhara to Banthanti and starts the trek.
Ghorepani Khopradanda ABC trek combines a little bit of off-the-beaten path with great views, and the best part of this trek is a very few people know about it. Also, it is the best choice for amazing mountain views, pastoral villages, rice fields layered on top of each other, and Mysterious glaciers.
The route follows a local trail that takes you down into the valley north of Ghorepani, before climbing up to Khopra Ridge beyond POONHILL viewpoint. Khopra Danda lies on the top of the ridge and provides very basic homestays or teahouses. This is a pastoral stoppage for the locals during Monsoon time. Khopra Danda offers beautiful sunrises and sunsets at the giant mountains. A whole day-long hiking to Khayar Lake and returning to the same teahouse will be an unbelievable achievement of Himalayan joys. The off-the-beaten trail passes via bamboo bushes, alpine forest, and scenic hills to Dobato. Regionally, the dominant viewpoint “Mulday” lies at Dobato. The trek goes down through the dense rhododendron forest and meets the main trail at Kimrung Khola, then follows the legendary trail up to ABC. ABC route is incredibly moderate- difficult and literally brings you face-to-face with the world’s tenth-highest peak. Annapurna I (8,091 m) holds several treasures for the mountain lover, including tremendous glacier views and natural diversity.
Best Time to Trek in Poon Hill - Khopra Danda - Annapurna Base Camp
Autumn (September to November): This is considered the prime season due to stable weather, clear skies, and excellent mountain views. Temperatures are mild, and the monsoon rains have cleared.
Spring (March to May): Another excellent time, characterized by blooming rhododendron forests, warmer temperatures, and clear views. Towards late May, there might be an increase in rainfall as the monsoon season approaches.
Winter (December to February) is also possible but requires warmer gear as temperatures can drop significantly, and snow can be present at higher altitudes.
Monsoon (June to August) brings heavy rain, making trails slippery and increasing the risk of landslides, hence it's generally not recommended.
Poon Hill - Khopra Danda - Annapurna Base Camp Trek Route: PKR to Banthanti Jeep drive - Trek to Ghorepani - Poonhill Viewpoint - Khopra Danda - Muldhe Dobato - Sinuwa - Bamboo - Dovan - MBC - ABC - Return to Bamboo - Jhinu Danda - Drive to PKR - Return to KTM - Flya Back Home
