Upper Dolpo Trekking
Dolpo is located inside the Shy - Phoksundo National Park of mid-western Nepal , behind the Dhaulagiri massif, towards the Tibetan Plateau. Upper Dolpo region is another remote hidden destination in far west where Nepal's most tranquil and natural beauty is still unexplored. The home of herbal land, unspoiled trans-Himalayan culture, Buddhist monuments, unique human civilization at high altitude is worth a visit. Trekking around the Dolpo region is an unforgettable journey in every visitor's life. Observing different rain shadow landscapes with stunning mountain views, wild flowers, Himalayan blue sheep, snow leopards, and huge birds Himalayan griffon. It's difficult to grow crops there, which makes life difficult for the local people, so most of them are involved in the salt trade from Tibet, this traditional culture continue in Doplo generation to generation.
Dolpo is protected by Shey-Phoksundo National Park. It lies to the north of the Dhaulagiri Range bordering the Tibetan Plateau. Here one can find a well-preserved eco-system of plants and wildlife, including the blue sheep and the elusive snow leopard. The view of Kanjiroba peak, Phoksumdo Lake, and the Dhauligiri massif is one of the most rewarding moments of this trek. A visit to the Phoksumdo Gompa - dedicated to the ancient Bonpo religion, local to Dolpo and Tibet, is a memorable experience. The enchanting beauty and unique culture of this place will demonstrate why Eric Valli, the author of the famous book Honey Hunter of Nepal, created the movie "Caravan", nominated for the prestigious Oscar award. Dolpo is still the homeland of the Spotted Leopard, Blue Sheep, wolves, and many other varieties of flora and fauna, so you'll also uncover a deeper understanding of Peter Matthieson's book Snow Leopard . A well-organized camping trek is required and trekking in a group is recommended. This trek is most suitable for those who are exceptionally fit and prepared to face the full challenge of the Himalayan wilderness.
ITINERARY
Day 01 Arrival in Kathmandu airport transfer to hotel
Day 02 Sightseeing around Kathmandu valley
Day 03 Kathmandu flight to Nepalgunj (152m) Transfer to Hotel
Day 04 Nepalgunj flight to Jumla (2370m) trek to Gothi Chaur (2700m)
Day 05 Gothi Chaur trek to Naphukana (3080m)
Day 06 Naphukana trek to Balasa (3080m)
Day 07 Balasa trek to Kaigaon (2610m)
Day 08 Kaigaon trek to Toijem (2920m)
Day 09 Toijem trek to Kagmara La Phedi(4000m)
Day 10 Kagmara Phedi Cross Kagmara La (5115m) to Lasa (4060m)
Day 11 Lasa trek to Samduwa (3160m)
Day 12 Samduwa trek to Phoksumdo Lake ((3730m)
Day 13 Rest day for Excursion around Phoksumdo
Day 14 Phoksendu trek to Pine forest camp
Day 15 Pine Forest camp trek to Kangla base camp
Day 16 Kang La B.C cross Kang La (5375m) trek to shey Gompa(4390m)
Day 17 Shey Gompa trek to Namgung(4430m)
Day 18 Namgung trek to Karang (4050m)N
Day 19 Karang trek to Mugaon (4100m)
Day 20 Mugaon trek to Shimen (4010m)
Day 21 Shimen trek to Tinje (4150m
Day 22 Tinje trek to Do Tarap (4080m)
Day 23 Do Tarap trek to Naworpani /Sim Odar (2620m)
Day 24 Naworpani /Sim Odar trek to Lahini (3160m)
Day 25 Lahini trek to Tarakot (2520m)
Day 26 Tarakot trek to Juphal (2490m)
Day 27 Juphal Flight to Nepalgunj then flight to Kathmandu
Day 28 Bhaktapur & Patan sightseeing and return
Day 29 Free day in Kathmandu for shopping or relax
Day 30 Drive to Airport for flying your own destination
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