Khopra Danda Ridge Trek
Nepal · Annapurna
A quieter alternative to Annapurna Base Camp, the Khopra Danda ridge offers extraordinary views of Dhaulagiri, Annapurna South, and Nilgiri from a peaceful vantage.
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Trailhead Conditions
Annapurna, Nepal · 1900m
Friday, November 6 at 11:25 AM
Feels like 14°C
Mainly clear
Humidity
85%
Wind
3 km/h S
Gusts
3 km/h
Pressure
1021 hPa
Dew Point
9°C
Cloud Cover
15.6%
Visibility
10.0 km
Precip
0 mm
48-Hour Forecast
14-Day Forecast
Is Khopra Danda Ridge Trek safe to hike right now?
The AI safety verdict above is updated every 4 hours using live weather data from MET Norway at both the trailhead (1,900m) and the summit (3,660m). A GO verdict means current conditions are suitable for the trek. CAUTION means proceed with awareness of specific risk factors shown above. NO-GO means conditions are currently inadvisable — check back after the weather window passes.
How difficult is Khopra Danda Ridge Trek?
Khopra Danda Ridge Trek is rated moderate. It requires a reasonable level of fitness and some prior hiking experience. Expect sustained ascents and variable terrain. The typical completion time is 6 days for a multi-day trek.
What is the elevation of Khopra Danda Ridge Trek?
The trailhead starts at 1,900 metres above sea level in Annapurna, Nepal. The summit or highest point reaches 3,660 metres — a net elevation gain of 1,760 metres. At this altitude, altitude sickness (AMS) is possible — ascend gradually and rest if symptoms appear.
What gear do I need for Khopra Danda Ridge Trek?
The packing list in the AI verdict above is tailored to the current forecast. As a baseline for Khopra Danda Ridge Trek in Nepal: waterproof jacket and trousers, trekking poles, sturdy boots, sun protection, and a first aid kit.
Weather data: MET Norway Locationforecast 2.0 (CC BY 4.0) · AI verdicts by Anthropic Claude