Upper Dolpo trekking is remote hidden trekking destination in Nepal where Nepal's most tranquil and natural beauty is still unexplored.. Dolpo is located inside the Shey - Phoksundo National Park of mid-western Nepal, behind the Dhaulagiri massif, towards the Tibetan Plateau. Dolpo Trek / Trekking in Dolpo region is a memoriable trekking which cannot be forgotten easily. As it is in the isolated part of Nepal, there the nature seems to have remained exactly the same as it was first created- unharmed and unaltered.It is undisturbed and preserved for centuries. Blue sheep, leopards and other interesting Himalayan animals are still there in this region. Dolpo region trekking is the natural embodiment of high passes, rare flora and fauna, and sweeping vistas, which is enriched by the traditional Tibetan cultural heritage. To trek on Dolpo region is quite an experience of life. The view of Kanjiroba peak, Phoksumdo Lake, and the Dhauligiri massif is one of the most rewarding moments of the upper dolpa trekking. A visit to the Phoksumdo Gompa dedicated to the ancient Bonpo religion, local to Dolpo and Tibet, is a memorable experience in Himalayan kingdom of Nepal. Upper Dolpo trekking is famous for deepest Lake Phoksundo in entire Himalayan Region. Mother Nature created a unique and wonderful treasurer like Dolpo, which is the shelter of many rare alpine living beings. Trek to Dolpo has often been called the Nepal Himalaya pilgrimage trekking and hidden valley trek created by Guru Rinpoche. Upper Dolpo trek is most suitable for those who are exceptionally fit and prepared to face the full challenge of the Himalayan wilderness and well-organized camping trekking , trekking in group is recommended and special trekking permit is required, which you can obtain through Government registered trekking company of Nepal.
Trip Facts
Country: Nepal
Grade: Hard
Area: Dolpo Region
Group Size: 1/ 20 pax
Activities: Trekking
Total Duration: 29 days
Season: Mar - May, Sep - Dec
Altitudes: 5110m
Day 01: Arrive in Kathmandu and transfer to hotel
Day 02: Explore the best of Kathmandu (1,300m/4,264ft)
Day 03: Trek briefing and preparations
Day 04: Fly to Nepalgunj and transfer to hotel
Day 05: Fly to Juphal Airport (2,475m/8,118ft) and commence trek to Dunai (2,140m/7,019ft)
Day 06: Trek to Shyanta (2,520m/8,266ft)
Day 07: Trek to Rechi (2,940m/9,643ft)
Day 08: Trek to Phoksundo (3,733m/12,244ft)
Day 09: Exploration and rest day at Phoksundo Lake (3,733m/12,244ft)
Day 10: Trek along the west side of Lake to Point (3,756m/12,320ft)
Day 11: Trek to Mandala (4,570m/14,990ft)
Day 12: Trek to Shey Gompa (4,160m/13,645ft) via crossing the hardest Nangdalo Pass (5,110m/16,761ft)
Day 13: Trek to Namgung (4,380m/14,366ft) via crossing the Saldang Pass (5,010m/16,433ft)
Day 14: Trek to Rapa Gompa, Chagaon (3,890m/12,759ft)
Day 15: Trek to the Lake Camp Site (4,020m/13,186ft)
Day 16: Trek to Shimen Gaon (3,850m/12,628ft) via crossing Shimen Pass (4,260m/13,973ft)
Day 17: Trek to Tinjegaon (4,150m/13,612ft)
Day 18: Trek to Camp Site (4,210m/13,809ft)
Day 19: Trek to Charka Bhot (4,110m/13,481ft) via the Mola Bhanjyang Pass (5,027m/16,489ft)
Day 20: Trek via the Niwal Pass (5,120m/16,794ft) to Sangdok (4,790m/15,711ft)
Day 21: Trek to Santo (3,700m/12,136ft)
Day 22: Trek to Kagbeni (2,800m/8,194ft)
Day 23: Trek to Mukinath (3,800m/12,464ft)
Day 24: Trek to Elko Bhati (2,800m/8,194ft)
Day 25: Trek to Jomsom (2,710m/8,889ft)
Day 26: Fly to Pokhara/explore around
Day 27: Drive to Kathmandu
Day 28: Rest day/farewell dinner
Day 29: Final Departure
Note: The itinerary can be customized
according to your duration of holiday.
Similarly hotel can be upgraded or
downgraded depending on your requirement.
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