Upper Dolpo Trek
Isolated until 1989, the Dolpo area of far north western Nepal is hard to match for its surreal beauty and stunning charm. Situated at the rain-shadowed side of the Himalaya, the rugged scenery shows dramatic views, compared to similar altitude elsewhere in the kingdom. There are no lush green hills fed by monsoon but a thrilling hardcore landscape, guarded by impressive peaks, striving for heaven. The Dolpo region offers visit to ancient and isolated villages, immortal to time. It provides you with sites of spectacular lakes, authentic Buddhist monasteries and plentiful wildlife (including Blue sheep, mountain goat, jackal, wolf and snow leopard). In case you are seeking for some overwhelming and impressive panorama, Dolpo won’t disappoint you! The route begins by meandering through pine and cedar forest with views of the massive Dhaualgiri range in the backdrop. As the most remote and least developed district in Nepal, this trek is reserved for those with a true sense of adventure.
Trek profile:
Length of trip: 25 days
Grade: Strenuous
Highest Alt: 5110 m
Type of trek: Camping
Best season: Mar- Nov
Group size: Min. 2 people
Itinerary:
Day 01: Arrival in Kathmandu & transfer to hotel.
Day 02: Trekking preparation day. Overnight at hotel in Kathmandu
Day 03: Drive/ fly to Nepalgunj
Day 04: Fly to Juphal(Dolpo) & Trek to Dunai
Day 05: Trek to Hanke
Day 06: Trek to Reiji
Day 07: Trek to Phoksundo Lake3600m
Day 08: Rest day at Phoksundo
Day 09: Trek to Lake beach
Day 10: Trek to Mandala Camp 4,570m
Day 11: Trek to Kang La (5,240m) pass- Shey Gompa (4280m.)
Day 12: Trek to Saldang pass (5010m)- Namgung 4,380m
Day 13: Trek to Yanger Gompa (3890m)
Day 14: Trek to Musi Gaon (4270m.)
Day 15: Trek to Sime Gaon (3950m )
Day 16: Trek to Tinja (4150m )
Day 17: Trek to Kheng (4550m )
Day 18: Trek to Charka pass (5,036m ) -Charka (4365m)
Day 19: Trek to Yak Kharka (4780m )
Day 20: Trek to Sangda pass (5490m ) - Sangda phedi (5110m )
Day 21: Trek to Sangda ( 3909m)
Day 22: Trek to Phale Gaon (2900m )
Day 23: Trek to Jomsom ( 2710m )
Day 24: Fly to Pokhara & overnight at hotel in Pokhara
Day 25: Drive back to Kathmandu. (trek ends)
Note: The itinerary may be flexible during the trek depending upon the client’s requirements and fitness.
Service Includes:
- Airport Pickup and Drop by car/ van/ bus
- All the ground Transportation by private Car/Van/Hiece/Toyota
- Special trekking permit
- 2 Nights Hotel in Kathmandu with breakfast (tourist standard hotel in Kathmandu).
- 1 Night hotel in Pokhara
- All applicable Government taxes
- Trekking route permit (TIMS) and Annapurna Conservation Area Permit
- 3 meals a day during the camping trek (Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner)
- An experienced trekking guide (trained by Ministry of tourism), necessary porters, cook, kitchen helpers, sirdar & their meals/accommodation/transportation/salary/insurance/equipments.
- Tourist service charge, Vat.
- Tents, toilet tents, table, chairs & kitchen equipments etc.
- Emergency first aid kit.
- Office Service charge.
Service Excludes:
- Lunch & Dinner in Kathmandu & Pokhara
- Personal bar bill, travel insurance/International airfare/Domestic airfare.
- Items of personal expenses such as alcoholic drinks, cold drinks, laundry, etc.
- Medical & travel insurance
- Airport departure tax
- Personal trekking Equipment.
- Tips for trekking crew
