Upper Dolpo trek offers an outstanding trekking experience in western Nepal.Trek to Shey Gompa brings you into a mystical land where centuries old Buddhist & Bonpo traditions.The inhabitants of Dolpo region are mainly Tibetans,so that this region is rich in ethnic Tibetan culture & arts. Dolpo remains a truly isolated corner of Nepal. Time has stood still here for centuries as the inhabitants of Tibetan stock continue to live, cultivate and trade the way they have done since time immemorial. The finally preserved Eco system encompasses a wild and wonderful variety of flora and fauna, including the blue sheep and elusive snow leopard. This upper Dolpo trek is one of the great trekking experiences in Nepal.
Upper Dolpo trekking route is full of magnificent views of Himalayan peaks, Breathtaking landscapes, Ancient Buddhist monasteries, Remote vibrant communities and many more.
Trip Highlights
Max.Elevation:-5200m
Type of Trek:-Camping
Trekking Grade:-Strenuous
Trekking Duration:-24 Days
Best time for Trek:-September to November & March to May
Outline Itinerary
Day 01: Arrival in Kathmandu transfer to hotel short briefing about your program.
Day 02:Sightseeing around Kathmandu valley.(Kathmandu Durbar Square,Patan,Buddhanath,Shayambhyu)
Trek Start
Day 03 Fly to Nepalgunj from Kathmandu (492m)-1 hr
Day 04Fly to Juphal and trek to Dunai(2140m)-3 hrs
Day 05 Trek to Ankhe(2660m)-6 hrs
Day 06 Trek to Sulighat(3500m)-6 hrs
Day 07 Trek to Phoksundo Lake(3730m)-5 hrs
Day 08 Phoksundo Lake(3600m)-Rest day
Day 09 Trek to Phoksundo Khola(3507m)-5 hrs
Day 10 Trek to Phoksundo Bhanjyang(4402m)-7 hrs
Day 11 Trek to Shey Gompa (4126 m) (via Kang-La pass)(5151m)-6 hrs
Day 12 Shey Gompa explore and rest
Day 13Trek to Namduna Gaun (440m) (via Saldang La)-7 hrs
Day 14 Trek to Saldang(3903m)-5 hrs
Day 15 Trek to Yangze Gompa(3855m)-5 hrs
Day 16 Trek to Sibu(3942m)-6 hrs
Day 17 Trek to Jeng-la Phedi(4369m)-6 hrs
Day 18 Trek to Tokyu Gaon (via Jeng pass)(4369m)-5 hrs
Day 19 Trek to Dho Tarap(4090m)-5 hrs
Day 20 Dho Tarap exploration(4090m)Rest day
Day 21Trek to Tarap Khola (Kamakharka)(3800m)-6 hrs
Day 22 Trek to Khanigaon(2550m)-5 hrs
Day 23Trek toTarakot(2281m)-5 hrs
Day 24Trek to Dunai(2140m)-6 hrs
Day 25 Trek to Juphal(2502m)-3 hrs
Day 26 Fly to Nepalgunj, then Kathmandu Trek End
Day 27 Departure to Airport (TIA)