Khayar Lake Trek

Duration: 14 Days
  • Destination: Nepal
  • Trip Difficulty: Moderate
  • Trip Style: Trekking
  • Transport: Private Vehicle / Bus
  • Food: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
  • Accommodation: Hotel, Guest House & Tented Camp
  • Group Size: 2+
  • Max Elevation: 4620m

Khayar lake trekking is an exotic trek that takes you to Khobra Danda Trek (4500m), a pristine lake located in the heart of Annapurna region. Khobra Danda trek is a beautiful trek in the heart of Annapurna Himalayan region start after the short drive to Nayapul (45km) from Pokhara. You will also visit Annapurna South Base Camp at an altitude of 4130m thus giving two vantage points to relish the majestic panorama of Mt. Dhaulagiri, Annapurna III & IV, Macchapuchre, Nilgiri, Lamjung Himal, Tukuche and many more.

Khobra trekking another attraction of the secret Khayar lake is visiting the picturesque Ghandruk village and Ghorepani village, the typical Ghandruk village, considered the most photographed village in Nepal. On your return route, you will also take a short hike to Poon Hill (3232m) to enjoy the sunrise and beautiful Mountain peaks of Annapurna (8,091m), Manaslu (8,156m), Macchapuchre (6,993m), etc. If you wish to extend/combine this trek with Annapurna Base Camp Trekking as well.

Khayar lake trek is called Khobra Trekking is a moderate one consisting of easy hikes through streams & rivers, forests of rhododendron and orchids, green terraced fields and picturesque Gurung villages. Reach the height of most possible altitude in Khayar lake hiking and in heal the purest air from the Mountain. Global Adventure trekking is pleased to customize trek according to your interest, So please feel free to write us back.

Highlights

  • Trek to Khayar Lake and Annapurna South Base Camp
  • Majestic views of Dhaulagiri, Annapurna, Macchapuchre, Nilgiri, Lumjung Himal, etc
  • Visit Ghorepani village and hike to Poon Hill
  • Culture of ethnic Magar and Gurung communities

Outline Itinerary

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Day 01: Arrivals in Kathmandu and transfer to Hotel.

Upon arrival at Kathmandu International Airport (TIA), one of our staff will meet you at the airport and coordinate transfer to your hotel. 1,300 m/4,290 ft.

  • Hotel
  • 1,300 m

After having breakfast in the Hotel, Drive to Pokhara by tourist bus. It is a 7 hours scenic drive to Pokhara through Prithiv High way. It will stop for lunch and tea break on the way. Along the way you can see the Mountain view and beautiful landscape. Arrival and transfer to Hotel. Evening walk along the lake side.

  • Breakfast
  • Hotel
  • 800 m

After having healthy breakfast at your hotel, we take a short drive to Nayapul and begin the trek. The first part of the trek is flat through the local village to Syauli Bazar. We will have a lunch at Syauli Bazar and trek 3hrs uphill to Ghandruk village. Ghandruk is the biggest village of Gurung tribes. Visit the village and Gurung Museum and ACAP hear quarter. Overnight at Guesthouse.

  • Full Board Meal
  • Guest House
  • 2,012 m

The path goes gradually up through the Rhododendron forest to Tadapani. You will see different type of birds, monkey as well as beautiful waterfalls. Overnight stay at guesthouse.

  • Full Board Meal
  • Guest House
  • 2,610 m

There is no any village along the way. Hardly, we may get some Yak huts. Mostly through forest, different types of alpine forest release the fresh air. Overnight at guesthouse.

  • Full Board Meal
  • Guest House
  • 3,350 m

We are approaching towards mountains and wider valleys are seen. It is completely into the nature get the height of the mountain. The accommodation is not as comfort as other place like Ghandruk and Tadapani. Overnight at Guesthouse.

  • Full Board Meal
  • Guest House
  • 3,000 m

Wow…the great Himalayan range are appears just around. The Glacier River and noise from the silent makes your trek more enjoyable. All the Mountain view and wide valley in backwards. Overnight at camp.

  • Full Board Meal
  • Tent
  • 4,020 m

We will be slow down as we are getting into the high places. We take our pack lunch with us because there is no any tea shop in Khayar Lake. You feel hard to breath. Make sure we are having enough water to drink along the way. Overnight at guesthouse.

  • Full Board Meal
  • Guest House
  • 4,020 m

Again we are trekking downhill through the valleys and hills. Mostly we will be walking through the Rhododendron forest with many Bamboo forest with many more Orchid flowers.

  • Full Board Meal
  • Guest House
  • 2,270 m

Another good view point point is getting at Ghorepani to see the sun rise from Poon Hill (3100m). Overnight at Camp.

  • Full Board Meal
  • Guest House
  • 2,855 m

It is mostly downhill through the Rhododendron forest and Magar local village. After walking 3/4 hrs you will reach Hille where we take Lunch and take a bus to Pokhara. Arrival and transfer to Hotel. Rest of the time is free.

  • Breakfast and Lunch
  • Hotel
  • 800 m

Departure Pokhara about 8 am to to Kathmandu by tourist bus. Arrival and transfer to hotel. Evening farewell.

  • Breakfast and Dinner
  • Hotel

After having the breakfast we transfer to Kathmandu International Airport for your final departure.

  • Breakfast

What's included

  • Airport pickup and drop off by private coach
  • Twin sharing accommodation in Kathmandu, including 3 nights lodging with breakfast
  • Two-night twin sharing accommodation in Pokhara, including breakfast
  • Kathmandu guided sightseeing tour by private vehicle
  • TIMS-card (Trekker Information Management System)
  • Annapurna Conservation Area entry fees
  • All ground transportation by luxury tourist vehicle
  • 8-night lodge accommodation during the trek (twin sharing)
  • Experienced English speaking trekking guide with government license
  • Company guarantee for Government Rescue Services
  • Insurance for Nepalese Staff.
  • All government taxes and VAT
  • Complementary duffel or sleeping bag (refundable after the trek)
  • Farewell dinner at typical Nepalese restaurant
  • All meals while in the trek (Breakfast-Lunch-Dinner)
  • Nature of personal expenses
  • All kind of Drinks (alcoholic non alcoholic and hot and cold drinks)
  • Shopping in the Mountain.
  • Clients Travel insurance and evacuation cost if needed.
  • Tips to Guide and supported crews.
  • Flight to Pokhara if taken. (company arrange a tickets for an additional cost)
Request a Private Date

Dear Clients, We do not have any schedule departure. You are kindly requested to choose any suitable date for this trek, please kindly write us back for the private trip at the same cost. 

Useful Info

Group Size, guide and crew member:

We organize Khobra Trek for single people to maximum 12 people at once or even if you have more than 12 people then we can split the group in to two or more groups (according to the number of trekkers) however you all can walk together and stay at same guest house and there are only different guide, and there are 1 guide up to 10 people and 2 guides for 8-12 people and a porter for each 2 trekkers.

Trek as an Individual, Private Group or Join a Scheduled Trek:

Global Adventure Trekking specializes in organizing treks for individuals, couples, and small groups. You can trek by yourself as a private group on the date you select without paying extra, or you can choose to join a small group that is scheduled during your preferred time frame. We also now and then arrange groups on dates other than those shown on this schedule so feel free to contact us to inquire about other possible dates for group treks that you might be able to join.

Accommodation while on the Khayar lake/Khobra Trekking trekking:

 Accommodation at the local lodge known as Guesthouse is simple but comfortable. Toilet and washing facility are shared. In the guesthouse, travelers are provided twin sharing room with twin beds, mattress, and pillow. In high season (March to May) and September to November) in places there are few numbers of guesthouse so sometime travelers may do dormitories. In some places, guest house depends on solar power. Remote regions, the guest house does not have a toilet and running water can mean just a hole in the ground. Hot shower facility is available in some guesthouse for a price but occasionally hot shower means a bucket of hot water which is enough to wash your body. Electricity and Wi-Fi are available in some place for an additional cost.

Passport and Visa: 

All the traveler should have a 6-month validity passport. Visa can obtain on your upon arrival in Kathmandu Airport. Visa cost 25 USD, 40 USD, 100USD for 15, 30 and 90 days respectively.

Medical and health information:

All travelers need to be good physical health in order to participate in this trip. Before buying this trip please read the details itinerary carefully.

You should consult your doctor for up to date for your Medical travel information or any necessary vaccination before departure. We suggest you to bring your personal medical kid.