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Package Name: Upper Dolpo Trek
Activities: Trekking and Sightseeing
Group Size: 1-10
Maximum Altitude: 5,360 m
Difficulties: Strenuous
Best Season: Autumn and spring
Meals: Breakfast/Meals
Accommodation: Tourist standard hotel in Kathmandu / Tea house during trek
Mode of transportation: Plane / Bus
Trip Starts/Ends: Kathmandu.
Duration: 28 days
Upper Dolpo Trek is an exceptionally rewarding trek that takes you to the remote region of Nepal instead of following the classical route of Dolpo circuit. Dolpo region is nestled between the Tibetan plateau and Dhaulagiri range. The inhabitants of Dolpo region are mainly Tibetan and follow Buddhist culture. Therefore, the region is blessed with ancient and rich Tibetan culture, heritage and arts. The door to this exotic region was closed for foreigner until 1989 when the southern slope was opened for certain organized trekking group. The majority of trail meanders through off the beaten track and wanders on the challenging trail to Phoksundo along with the great Himalayan trail. This region is truly blessed with abundant wildlife including Musk Deer, Himalayan Blue Sheep and Snow leopard, that what makes it eco-trekking destination. Moreover, the trail is dominated by beautiful view of Dhaulagiri ranges.
Upper Dolpo is also regarded as the last closed society of Tibetan culture that is truly influenced by ancient Buddhist religion. Upper Dolpo trekking trail mostly encounters vast and rugged terrain; inhabited by unique tribes who lives in some of highest points of earth. Our 28 days trekking to Dolpo crosses few High Himalayan passes and experiences the magnificent and tranquil azure beauty of Phoksundo Lake. The trail follows the ancient Trans Himalayan trade route and trace back to Jhuphal where our trek ends. Moreover, the trail fascinates you with wilderness experience of west Nepal.
David Snelgrove is the first person to write about Upper Doplo region in his famous book titled “Himalayan Pilgrimmage” and recently by Peter Matthiessen in “The Snow Leopard”. “The Caravan” was huge success and was nominated for Oscar in best foreign language category.
Day 01: Arrival at Kathmandu International Airport (1,300m). Our airport representative will meet you and transfer you to hotel
Day 02: Sightseeing of Kathmandu Valley and trek-prepration
Day 03: Fly from Kathmandu to Nepaljung (150m) – 1 hr
Day 04: Fly from Nepaljung to Jhuphal (Dolpo) and trek to Dunai (2,850m) – 45 min flight and 2/3 hrs of trek
Day 05: Trek from Dunai to Ankhe (2,896m) – 5/6 hrs
Day 06: Trek from Ankhe to Sulighat – 5/6 hrs
Day 07: Trek from Sulighat to Phoksundo Lake (3,611m) – 4/5 hrs
Day 08: Rest and acclimatization day at Phoksundo Lake
Day 09: Trek to Phoksundo Khola (3,611m) – 4/5 hrs
Day 10: Trek from Phoksundo Khola to Phoksundo Bhanjyang – 6/7 hrs
Day 11: Trek from Phoksundo Bhanjyang to Shey Gompa (4,500m) via Kang-La Pass (5,360m) – 5/6hrs
Day 12: Acclimatization and rest day at Shey Gompa
Day 13: Trek from Shey Gompa to Namduna Gaun (4,800m) via Salsang La Pass (5,200m) – 5/6 hrs
Day 14: Trek from Namduna Gaun to Saldang (3,620m) – 4/5 hrs
Day 15: Trek from Saldang to Yangze Gompa (4,960m) – 4/5 hrs
Day 16: Trek from Yangze Gompa to Sibu (4,560m) – 6/7 hrs
Day 17: Trek from Sibu to Jeng La Phedi (4,900m) – 5/6 hrs
Day 18: Trek from Jeng La Phedi to Tokyu Gaon (4,209m) vai Jeng La Pass (5,090m) – 6/7 hrs
Day 19: Trek from Tokyu Gaon to Dho Trap (4,040m) – 4/5 hrs
Day 20: Rest and exploration day at Dho Trap
Day 21: Trek from Dho Tarap to Tarap Khola (Kamakharka) (3,800m) – 6/7 hrs
Day 22: Trek from Tarap Khola to Khanigaon (3,150m) – 4/5 hrs
Day 23: Trek from Khanigaon to Tarakot (2,537m) – 4/5 hrs
Day 24: Trek from Tarakot to Dunai (2,140m) – 5/6 hrs
Day 25: Trek from Dunai to Jhuphal – 2/3 hrs
Day 26: Flight from Jhupal to Nepaljung and Nepaljung to Kathmandu
Day 27: Rest and Leisure day at Kathmandu
Day 28: Transfer to airport for final departure
