Upper Dolpo Trekking

Dolpa trekking, upper dolpo trekThis trek takes place in the north-west region of Nepal , Being one of the remotest and least exposed areas of Nepal and also naturally isolated by the difficult topography, it still offer opportunity to meet the people and their lifestyle in a very authentic form ,almost untouched and unexplored. As Dolpo is linked so closely with the frontier of Tibet, it is inhabited by the people of Tibetan origin with he Tibetan culture where you will still come across the people and some monasteries adopting original Tibetan religion, Bon much older then the Buddhism. The trek also gives chances to visit several unique monasteries (gompas) including Shey Gompa (the crystal monastery ) which still offers as an important pilgrimage for the many Tibetans.

This is a long and strenuous trek which should be undertaken by those who are physically fit backed by previous trekking experiences. This area is one of the restricted areas of Nepal for foreign tourists, special permit is required to travel Upper Dolpo.

Trekking Grade: Moderate/High Altitude

    Glimpse of Itinerary

    Day 01: Arrival in Kathmandu airport and transfer to hotel
    Day 02: Kathmandu/Necessery preparation for trekking
    Day 03: From Kathmandu fly to Nepalgunj (260m)
    Day 04: From Nepalgunj fly to Jumla (2400m)
    Day 05: Trek Jumla – Guthichaur (2,960m)
    Day 06: Guthichaur – Naphukanda (3,109m)
    Day 07: Naphukanda – Mauria pass (4,250)- Chaurikot (3,700m)
    Day 08: Chaurikot –Taijam(2,920)
    Day 09: Taijam – Kagmara (4,006m)
    Day 10: Kagmara – Kagmara pass (5,115m) –Daju (3,500m)
    Day 11: Daju – Phosksundo lake (3,600m)
    Day 12: Phoskundo Lake – Phoskundo Beach (3,600m)
    Day 13: Phoskundo Beach –Rest/Explore
    Day 14: Phoskundo Beach – Mandala Camp (4,570m)
    Day 15: Mandala Camp – Kang la (5,240m)- Shey Gompa (4,280m)
    Day 16: Shey Gompa _ Saldang Pass (5,010m)-Namgung (4,380m)
    Day 17: Namjung –Yangar Gompa (3,890m)
    Day 18: Yangar Gompa – Musigaun (4270m)
    Day 19: Musigaun –Rest / Explore
    Day 20: Musigaun – Lang La (5,002m)-Simegaun (3,950m)
    Day 21: Simegaun – Tin Ja (4,150m)
    Day 22: Tinja – Kaheng (4,550m)
    Day 23: Kaheng – Chark Pass (5036m) –Chark (4365m)
    Day 24: Chark – Yak Kharka (4,780m)
    Day 25: Yak Kharka – Sangda Pass (5490m) –Sangada Phedi (5,110m)
    Day 26: Singda Phedi – Singda (3,909m)
    Day 27: Sangada – Dangar Dzong (2,900m)
    Day 28: Dangar Dzong – Jomsom (2,710m)
    Day 29: Fly Jomsom – Pokhara - Kathmandu
    Day 30: Kathmandu – Rest /Sightseeing
    Day 31: Kathmandu – Depart to your destination

    Cost Includes
    Arrival and Departure transfer as per itinerary
    Accommodation in Kathmandu and Nepaljung with breakfast
    All three time meals and camping accommodation while on trekking
    A trekking Guide and necessary porters for the trekking part
    Upper dolpa trek permit, Phoksundo and Annapurna conservation fee
    Kathmandu-Nepaljung-Juphal, Jomsom-Pokhara-Kathmandu flight ticket cost
    Insurance of the trekking staffs

    Cost Excludes
    International Airticket and tax
    Nepal visa fee
    Lunch and Dinner while in Kathmandu and Nepaljung
    Hard, soft and all kinds of bottled drinks
    Your travel insurance
    Personal clothing's
    Other personal expenses and tips