Associated With
Duration
25
Best Weather
March, April, may, September, October & November
Max Altitude
Accomodation
3-4 star hotel in kathmandu, Normal hotel in Trekking
Meals
B, L, D
Transportation
Flight, Car & Jeep
Group
2-20 People
Difficulty
Moderate
Upper Dolpo Trek takes you to the isolated valley of Dolpo in Trans Himalayan territory of mid-west Nepal. Geographically a part of Tibetan Plateau, this region lies in the remote Shey Phoksundo National Park behind the Dhaulagiri. The entire district was closed to trekkers until 1989.Unlike most other parts of Nepal Himalayas this region is generally dry, cold and sparsely vegetated with rugged landscapes .Untouched by the development and outside influence of any kind the people living here who are from Tibetan origin still follow centuries old Buddhist and Bonpo traditions mixed with shamanistic influences.
Upper Dolpo trek begins at Juphal after a 45min flight from Nepalgunj. Then we trek to Dunai, administrative headquarter of Dolpo region, and pass through Sulighat reaching Phoksundo Lake. We trek along the banks of Phoksundo Khola to Shey Gompa via Kang-La pass. Following the ancient Trans Himalayan Trade route we go back to Juphal for a flight to Nepalgunj to Kathmandu. We encounter interesting places, peoples, and valley and pass many gigantic mountain ranges. Shey Phoksundo national park is home to abundant wildlife including Musk Deer, Himalayan Blue Sheep and elusive Snow Leopard. We can enjoy the blue water of Phoksundo Lake and surrounding Kanjirova range. Amazing country of Crystal Mountain at Shey Gompa and Ringmo village still has some old monasteries along with some most beautiful scenery.
Dolpo being one of the highest inhabited land is blessed with nature and rich culture .This mysterious and hidden land with distinctive people, architecture and unique light conditions is a photographer’s paradise. March to May in spring and October-November in autumn season are best times for trek.
Day 01: Arrival In Kathmandu
Day 02: Sightseeing of Kathmandu and Bhaktapur city
Day 03: Fly to Nepalganj from Kathmandu- 1 hr Flight.
Day 04: Fly to Juphal (2,400 m). Trek to Dunai (2,150 m) – 3 hrs
Max Altitude: 2400
Meals: B, L, D
Accomodation: Hotel
Day 05: Trek to Ankhe (2,660 m) – 6 hrs
Max Altitude: 2660
Meals: B, L, D
Accomodation: Hotel
Day 06: Trek to Renje (3,104 m) – 7 hrs
Max Altitude: 3104
Meals: B, L, D
Accomodation: Hotel
Day 07: Trek to Phosundo Lake (3,600 m) – 6.5 hrs
Max Altitude: 3600
Meals: B, L, D
Accomodation: Hotel
Day 08: Trek to Phoksundo Khola (3,507 m) – 6 hrs
Max Altitude: 3507
Meals: B, L, D
Accomodation: Hotel
Day 09: Trek to Phoksundo Bhanjyang (4,402 m) – 7 hrs
Max Altitude: 4402
Meals: B, L, D
Accomodation: Hotel
Day 10: Cross the Kang La pass (5,151 m) and trek to Shey Gompa (4,126 m) – 7 hrs
Max Altitude: 5151
Meals: B, L, D
Accomodation: Teahouse
Day 11: Rest and exploration day at Shey Gompa
Day 12: Cross the Saldang La pass (4,785 m), and then trek to Namduna Gaon (4,400 m) – 7 hrs
Max Altitude: 4785
Meals: B, L, D
Accomodation: Teahouse
Day 13: Trek to Saldang (3,903 m) – 4 hrs
Max Altitude: 3903
Meals: B, L, D
Accomodation: Teahouse
Day 14: Trek to Sibu (3,942 m) – 6 hrs
Max Altitude: 3942
Meals: B, L, D
Accomodation: Teahouse
Day 15: Trek to foot of the Jeng La (4,369 m) – 5 hrs
Max Altitude: 4369
Meals: B, L, D
Accomodation: Teahouse
Day 16: Cross the Jeng La pass (4,845 m), trek to Tokyu Gaon (4,240 m) – 7 hrs
Max Altitude: 4845
Meals: B, L, D
Accomodation: Teahouse
Day 17: Trek to Dho Tarap (4,090 m) – 4.5 hrs
Max Altitude: 4090
Meals: B, L, D
Accomodation: Teahouse
Day 18: Trek to Serkam (3,630 m) – 6.5 hrs
Max Altitude: 3630
Meals: B, L, D
Accomodation: Teahouse
Day 19: Trek to Khani Gaon (2,550 m) – 7 hrs
Max Altitude: 2550
Meals: B, L, D
Accomodation: Teahouse
Day 20: Trek to Tarakot (2,281 m) – 4 hrs
Max Altitude: 2281
Meals: B, L, D
Accomodation: Teahouse
Day 21: Trek to Dunai (2,052 m) – 5 hrs
Max Altitude: 2052
Meals: B, L, D
Accomodation: Teahouse
Day 22: Trek to Juphal (2,404 m) – 3 hrs
Max Altitude: 2404
Meals: B, L, D
Accomodation: Teahouse
Day 22: Trek to Juphal (2,404 m) – 3 hrs
Max Altitude: 2404
Meals: B, L, D
Accomodation: Teahouse
Day 23: Fly to Kathmandu via Nepalgunj
Day 24: Fly to Kathmandu via Nepalgunj and leisure day and farewell dinner in Kathmandu.
Day 25: Transfer to the international airport for your final departure
Price Per Person
US $3200
No. of People
Price per Person
1-10
US$ 3200