Trekking in the Dolpo region has only been permitted since mid-1989. The region lies to the west of the Kali Gandaki Valley; Dolpo is located inside the Shey-Phoksundo National Park in mid-western Nepal, behind the Dhaulagiri massif, towards the Tibetan plateau. The region offers opportunities to visit ancient villages, high passes, beautiful Lakes, isolated Buddhist monasteries and also to experience the vast array of wildlife inhabiting the region, including Blue sheep, Mountain Goat, Jackal, Wolf and the legendary Snow Leopard. This remains a truly isolated corner of Nepal, time has stood still here for centuries as inhabitants of Tibetan stock continue to live, cultivate and trade. This trip covers you the traditional salt route from Dunai the headquater of Dolpo District to Shey Phoksundo Lake (Nepal Second Largest Lake) and ancient village of Tibetan civilization.
» Trip Outline
Trekking Days
14
Total days in Nepal
18
Trekking grade
04
Maximum Altitude
5360m
Best time
Spring : March to May /June - September
Autumn : September to November
Trekking Type
Camping Basis
walking per Day
5-6 Hours in average
» Where are you going?
Days
Programmes
Day 01
Kathmandu:
Pick up then Transfer to hotel and handle check in. Short briefing that afternoon followed by orientation walk. Overnight at hotel.
Day 02
Sight seeing:
Around Kathmandu valley: The holy place of Pashupatinath temple, Shoyambhunath temple, Boudhanath Stupa & Kathmandu Darbar Square), arrange the necessary permit for Trekking and Climbing. Overnight at Hotel.
Day 03
Fly to Nepaljung. Overnight at hotel.
Day 04
Dunai 2150m)
Duration: 35m flight / 3 hrs trek
Morning fly to Juphal (2550m) and Nepalganj - Juphal (2250m) by plane - Dunai (2150m). 3-hour walk. During the flight, we can enjoy a superb panorama of the Annapurnas, Dhaulagiri and Manaslu. Overnight at camp.
Day 05
Dunai - Tharakot (2700m)
Duration: 5 hrs trek
The trail goes along the Thulo Bheri river towards Tharakot. This village was an ancient fortress and a caravan stop. Overnight at camp.
Day 06
Tharakot - Lahini (3200m) in 5h.
Steady ascent by steep trails through fir and juniper forests. Overnight at camp.
Day 07
Lahini - Naure Odar (3100m) in 6h.
The narrow trail goes through the Tarap Khola gorges. Overnight at camp.
Day 08
Naure Odar - Dho (4000m) in 6h.
We come out onto the Tibetan plateau. A tough walk gradually-disappearing vegetation, towards Dho, the main village of the valley. Overnight at camp.
Day 09
Dho. Acclimatization day.
We will visit the three main villages of the Tarap valley and the Ri Bhumpa Gompa and Bon-Po Gompa monasteries. Overnight at camp.
Day 10
Dho - Camp at 4100m (before the pass) in 5h.
In this region, men trim their hair with red threads and wear them in a chignon like the Khampas from Tibet. Women wear heavy silver headgear. Overnight at camp.
Day 11
Camp at 4100m - Nun La Pass (5360m) - Camp at 4200m in 6h.
From the Nun La, literraly " salt pass ", the views of the Annapurnas, Dhaulagiri and Nilgiri are superb. We then descend the other side of the mountain and establish the campsite at 4200m. Overnight at camp.
Day 12
Camp at 4200m - Bagla La Pass (5090m) - Roman (3800m) in 5h.
The emerald waters of the Phoksondo lake and the picturesque village of Ringmo form one of the most beautiful Himalayan landscapes. Overnight at camp.
Day 13
Roman - Ringmo (3510m) in 2h.
Gentle walk around the lake and visit the Tesu monastery. The monastery rules life in Ringmo, a town inhabited by "Bothias ", a tribe originally from Tibet. Overnight at camp.
Day 14
Ringmo - Chepka (3000m)
Duration: 6 hrs trek
Along the Phoksundo Khola river, the route crosses wooded and verdant areas. The high point of this leg is a spectacular 330m waterfall, the highest one in Nepal. Overnight at camp.
Day 15
Chepka - Juphal (2550m)
Duration: 6 hrs trek
The route gets easier. We start with a gentle climb through paddy fields towards the small Karcha La pass and descend through fir tree and rhododendron forests to Tilje. Overnight at camp.
Day 16
Kathmandu:
Fly to Nepaljung and then Kathmandu. Overnight at hotel.
Day 17
Shopping day at Kathmandu. Overnight at hotel.
Day 18
Drop to the international airport for final departure.
Upper Dolpa (Restricated area entry fees: US$700 for the first days and US$ 70 per day there after)
Lower Dolpa (Restricated area entry fees: US$10 per week for the first four weeks and US$20 per week there after)
Accommodation:
Teahouse (twin sharing basis room)
Camping (twin sharing tow men tent) / dining tent, toilet tent
Meals (3 meals / B.L.D) while on the trek
Experienced English speaking guide / leader, necessary experience local helpers
All program according to itineraries on full board
Wages, food, accommodation, equipment, insurance and other facilities to staffs
Package excludes:
Nepal entry visa fee per person US$30 only
Travel insurance
Medical evacuation in case of emergency
Domestic airfare
Personal expenses
All bar bill
Expenses of personal nature i.e. soft/hard drinks, tips etc
International airport tax US$24 per person only
Note:
Given itinerary is suitable for keen walkers who are able to walk for 4-5 hours in a day, As you are traveling in a remote mountain region, we can not guarantee the weather condition, it could be change unexpected. There will be experience Nepali leader or guide and helpers. The guides and their helpers’ assistants will try to ensure that the trip runs according to plan, but please be prepared to be flexible if necessary.
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