Lower Dolpo Trekking has only been permitted since mid-1989. Lying 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, and towards the Tibetan plateau. The region offers opportunities to visit ancient villages, high passes, beautiful Lakes, isolated Buddhist monasteries. In addition, you get to experience the vast array of wildlife inhabiting the region, including Blue sheep, Mountain Goat, Jackal, Wolf, and the legendary Snow Leopard. Upper Dolpo Trek
The Lower Dolpo area is isolated due to the difficult topography, Therefore, it is one of the remotest and least exposed areas of Nepal. Hence, the Lower Dolpo trek offers the opportunity to meet the people and their lifestyle almost untouched and unexplored. Annapurna Dorpatan Trek
Visit the Shey-Phoksundo National Park and the “Tarp Valley”, which are the most interesting and lively places in western Nepal. You’ll surely feel overwhelmed by this place and its people, completely uninfluenced by modernization. The landscape, flora and fauna, picturesque mountain views, rivers and springs, flat-roofed houses, chortens, monasteries, and beautiful lakes are unique to this area. Upper Mustang Trek
This remains a truly isolated corner of Nepal and time has stood still here for centuries. Tribes from Tibet continue to live, cultivate and trade here the way they have done for hundreds of years. Most treks into Dolpo take from 14 to 30 days. The best time to trek here is towards the end of the monsoon season Sept to November. Shorter Dolpo treks are possible by flying into the airstrip at Jumla. Dolpo Shy Phoksondu Trek
Outline Itinerary:
Day 01: Arrival in Kathmandu (1350m)
Day 02:Kathmandu Sightseeing
Day 03:Fly from Kathmandu to Nepalgunj
Day 04: Fly from Nepalgunj to Jhupal (Dolpo 2320m) and trek to Dunai (2850m): 2-3 hrs walk
Day 05: Dunai to Tarakot (2543m): 5-6 hrs
Day 06: Tarakot to Khani Gaon (2543m): 3-4 hrs
Day 07:Khani Gaon to Tarap Khola (3450m): 4-5 hrs
Day 08:Tarap Khola to Yak Kharka (3800m): 4-5 hrs
Day 09:Yak Kharka to Dho Tarap (4090m): 5-6 hrs
Day 10:Rest and acclimatization day
Day 11:Dho Tarap to Tokyu Gaun (4200m): 5-6 hrs
Day 12: Tokyu Gaun to Numala base (4665m): 4-5 hrs
Day 13: Cross Numa La (5309m), camp at Pelung Tang (4465m): 6-7 hrs
Day 14: Cross Baga La (5070m), camp at Dajok Tang (4080m): 5-6 hrs
Day 15: Dajok Tang to Ringmo (3600m): 3-4 hrs
Day 16: Rest day at Ringmo, hike to the Phoksundo Lake
Day 17:Ringmo to Shyangta (2520m): 5-6 hrs
Day 18: Shyanta to Jhupal: 5-6 hrs
Day 19: Flight to Kathmandu via Nepalgunj
Day 20: Bhaktapur Sightseeing and the rest of the day free
Day 20: Final departure
Welcome to Nepal. A representative of Nature Trail Trekking and Expeditions receives you at the Tribhuvan international airport, Kathmandu. Then you transfer to the hotel. After a short rest, we take you to the Thamel tour (about 30 minutes) to introduce you about the shopping centre, bank and ATM, restaurants and money changers. In our office we do a brief introduction to our staff including your trekking guide, cook and about the upcoming itinerary, equipment etc. If you have a late flight, we do it on the following day. Overnight at hotel.
Pashupatinath Temple: It is a Hindu temple devoted to Lord Shiva, located beside the Bagmati River. It is one of the most significant temples for the Hindu devotes around the world and the UNESCO site. The golden pagoda style temple is richly carved with silver doors. On the day of Shivaratri, a big fair is held around the month of February/March. Boudhanath Stupa: One of the biggest Stupas in the world, is located on the east in Kathmandu. It stands with four pairs of eyes in the four prime direction, keeping watch for virtuous behaviour and human success. King Man Deva at the advice of the Goddess Mani Jogini had built this remarkable Stupa. The Stupa resembles the Mahayana philosophy.
Today we will take a scenic flight to Nepalgunj in western Nepal. It is situated near the border of Nepal and India. Around the evening time, we stroll around and see the local market. Overnight at hotel
We fly early in the morning from Nepalgunj to Juphal of Dolpo for 45 minutes. Annapurna and Dhaulagiri range come to our eyesight and we reach to Juphal. The team for the trekking greet and arrange all the luggage and required food supply. The journey begins from here to the mountain region through the rain shadow area. We walk above the Bheri River gradually through the easy trail. Then we continue the trek to the district centre in Dunai. Overnight at tented camp. Walking time: 2-3 hours
We fly early in the morning from Nepalgunj to Juphal of Dolpo for 45 minutes. Annapurna and Dhaulagiri range come to our eyesight and we reach to Juphal. The team for the trekking greet and arrange all the luggage and required food supply. The journey begins from here to the mountain region through the rain shadow area. We walk above the Bheri River gradually through the easy trail. Then we continue the trek to the district centre in Dunai. Overnight at tented camp. Walking time: 2-3 hours
The trail is very nice today. We walk along the Bheri River and Barbung River gorge. Little bit upwards, the trail goes through the pine woods and reach to the open terraced fields. Tarakot lies in a bit distance from here, which is surrounded by the Dzong (fort) some decades ago, which was a headquarter during the multi-estate system in Nepal. The Sandul monastery at the stream junction is antique. Trading caravans have a huge flow continuously throughout the way.We set a camp in an open space on a spur. Overnight at tented camp. Walking time: 5-6 hours
Departing from the Bheri River gorge, we catch up the line of the Tarap Chu stream by crossing the bridge. The route is fantastic with the pleasing views of terraced farmland and isolated village. Reaching Kola, we head further along the stream guided terrain. Other views we get of the Kami Gaon is our campsite. Overnight at tented camp. Walking time: 4 hours
Passing the steep slopes, we head along the narrow gorge alongside the River. We cross some of the tiny settlements with the hidden lifestyles. The pasture ground is used in the winter. The trail starts to hide somewhere and re-appearing. You can’t guess exactly how it goes ahead. Some of the wooden bridges on the way are broken and smashed away by the monsoon floods. We set up our camp at the Tarap Khola. Walking time: 4-5 hours
Following the outline of the stream, we start to trek uphill. The scenic landscape fills us possible energy to walk pleasantly throughout. We have lunch somewhere middle of the way and continue to walk to Yak Kharka. Overnight at tented camp. Walking time: 4-5 hours
We set out our excursion to the more isolated region. Passing through the confluence of Tarap Chu and Lang stream, the trail lead us through the narrow pathway above the tall woods to the bushy plants as Juniper and wild flowers. The dry inner Himalayan part is more picturesque and mind blowing. Walking further, we can see the stone walled village at Dho. The architecture of the village is unique and striking. They are highly influenced by the Tibetan Buddhism. We reach there after a short walk. Overnight at tented camp. Walking time: 5-6 hours
As we gradually ascend to the high altitude, we need to get adapted to it. It is our rest and acclimatization day. We set out for a wonderful hiking around the Dho Tarap and arrest the picturesque setting through your lens of the camera. The local people here prefer to wear homespun garments and wear religious types. Nyigmapa sect and Bonpo sect people are found here with the Gompa in the village. Then we walk back to the camp. Overnight at tented camp
After spending a memorable day at Dho Tarap, we ascend towards the Tarap valley at upper part. Following the rocky trail nearby the River, we continue our journey through the plain track. The greeneries on the Riverside create different sense and a positive energy in us. Tarap Chu stream leads our journey. The beautiful Tarap valley is also dotted by the fertile lands, where people grow barley, buckwheat, potatoes and other Himalayan crops. The tranquil setting of the village is fantastic with the colourful monasteries. With a gentle climb, we reach to the Tokyu village inhabited by the Chiba sect communities. Overnight at tented camp. Walking time: 5-6 hours
Slowly, perching to the high altitude seem to be taking our breath away. We don’t have a long walk, but the increasing altitude makes our excursion slower. The trail is dotted with rocks and steep landscape. Befriending with the tough situation, we perched our campsite at the Numa La base. Overnight at tented camp. Walking time: 4-5 hours
One of the most difficult days of the entire trip at Lower Dolpo. Numa La pass lies at 5190 meters and the trail is technical through the steep climb at the top ridge of the hill. The walk is jaw-dropping with the pointing rock prevailed trail. The views of the downhill, gorges, brown landscape and the vicinity strike us. Dhaulagiri peak lies in front of us there. Then, with a careful descent, we arrive to Pelung Tang, where we stay. Overnight at tented camp. Walking time: 6-7 hours
It is another technical day of the Upper Dolpo trek. Right after breakfast, we head forward to accomplish our adventure mission. The beginning trail is steep uphill to the top ridge of the hill at Baga La (5070m). It is a good viewpoint of glorious Kanjirowa peak and its surroundings. Then the trail is steep downhill to deal with, which is still challenging. Finally, we arrive at our campsite at Dajok Tang. Overnight at tented camp. Walking time: 5-6 hours
We walk gently today as we have crossed the challenging sections earlier. First we cross the pine forest, then through the grazing meadows. Slowly, we are descending from the alpine terrain to down flat land. The vegetation changes with colourful tiny plants and finally we catch up our destination at Ringmo. Overnight at tented camp. Walking time: 3-4 hours
This is a huge day to explore around the pristine Phoksundo Lake, surrounded by the Tibetan Buddhist settlements. A wide and large platform on the face of the Lake is also used for the camping ground. We can see the Yak caravans heading to their destinations carrying rack sack behind. Visiting the monasteries and discovering the hidden social practices enchant us. The hike offers us a special day with the pleasing scenarios. Then we descend to Ringmo. Overnight at tented camp.
We begin to walk down to Shyanta after breakfast. First, we climb down to Chekpa then the trail through the rocky trail. Passing the barren hills and tiny Bon PO settlements, we reach to a picturesque place called Shyanta. Overnight at tented camp. Walking time: 5-6 hours
Following the sloppy trail, we begin the trek from Shyanta. Crossing the Sulighat, we leave a tree line behind us and reach at the top. The super scenic Juphal can be seen from there at below. This is a pretty rough trail, but the motor road has made it easier. Reaching Juphal, we take rest and walk around gradually. Overnight at tented camp. Walking time: 5-6 hours
We leave the Dolpo region today with a scenic flight from Jhupal to Nepalgunj. The long isolated foothill journey ends here with memories. From Nepalgunj, we catch our next flight to Kathmandu from there. In Kathmandu, first transfer to the hotel from the airport and you have a leisure time in the evening. Rest yourselves and enjoy. Overnight at hotel.
Traditionally, Bhaktapur is known as Bhadgaon, which is a home of the mediaeval arts and architectures. It is about 13 km east of Kathmandu. The city was believed to have founded in 889 AD in the Lichhavi dynasty. Bhaktapur city is popular as the city of devotees. The centuries old stone sculptures and wood carving skills are still charming around the Bhaktapur Durbar square. After the tour ends, we take you to the women empowerment project for a visit. The rest day is then for your personal doings that can be used for shopping. Overnight at hotel.
At the farewell day, Nature Trail Trekking and Expeditions representative drops you at the airport for your final departure. Thank you for your wonderful experience with us
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