Upper dolpo trekking

On arrival, our representative will pick you up at the airport. After that, will drive you to your hotel. We prepare you for the legal process and your hiking permits.

The day after tomorrow begins with a delectable breakfast. The guide from our company might then take you on a tour of Kathmandu. Below are a few locations that have been designated as UNESCO world historic sites, including Pashupatinath, Boudhanath, and Swayambhunath.

Moreover, be sure to stock up on everything you'll need for the voyage. You may purchase or rent trekking equipment at Thamel, a popular tourist destination in Kathmandu. Moreover, make sure you are completely ready for your excursion.

The following day, a 45-minute flight will take you to Nepalgunj. The Mid-Western Terai contains the humid city of Nepalgunj. It is a significant city in the Mid-Western area and is located near the border between Nepal and India. Next to Nepalgunj is the Bardia National Park.

Bus service from Kathmandu to Nepalgunj is also available. To arrive in Nepalgunj on the third day, however, you must board a night bus on the second day of your journey. The East-West Highway is a long, but equally amazing, route. Other cities that you pass through include Narayangarh, Hetauda, Bharatpur, Butwal, and more.

You're going to a hotel for the night. Explore the city on a stroll in the evening.

You will depart from Nepalgunj in the early morning and arrive at Juphal Airport. Flying through breathtaking terrain, you can see the Annapurna and Dhaulagiri mountain ranges.

The only airport in Dolpa is Juphal Airport. Also, it was the sole way for Dolpo residents to reach other regions of Nepal. The road track to Dhadang has just opened. The inhabitants of Dolpo now have a glimmer of optimism that they will also have access to other modes of transportation.

To get to Dunai after landing in Juphal, you must hike for two to three hours.

The Dolpo district headquarters is located in Dunai, which is 2000 meters above sea level on the bank of the Thuli Bheri River. At Dunai, you'll be staying in a teahouse.

The walk toward Ankhe begins the following morning. After passing over the brand-new suspension bridge, turn west and continue on the trail. To get to a crest and enter the Phoksundo River Valley, you start ascending. The journey then traverses another ridge before entering a canyon and arriving at Rahagaon.

You will then hike through a thick forest to reach Ankhe. The Shey-Phoksundo National Park's territory starts in Ankhe. In Ankhe, you will spend the night.

The following day, you go along a trail that crosses numerous streams and wooded areas. Beside the rough route, a river flows. The sixth night of your journey will be spent in Sulighat after a trek to Ryajik.

The seventh day is a hike across the valley to the confluence of the Phoksundo and Pungmo rivers. You walk alongside Pungmo River all the way to Phoksundo Lake after crossing a wooden bridge.

To get to Shey Phoksundo Lake, you had to make a long trip. The lake is 3611 meters above sea level. Today is therefore a day of well-deserved relaxation and acclimatization.

You can stroll around Shey Phoksundo Lake's neighborhood. This breathtaking turquoise lake is a treat to behold.

You can go to the nearby Tibetan Buddhist Monastery and the settlement of Ringmo. You can learn about people's cultures and traditions.

Day 9 has passed. The Shey Phoksundo Lake is bordered by the route on its western side. You stroll down the lake's western end's rocky hillside path. The path continues through a verdant grassland to the Phoksundo Khola floodplain.

The tenth day involves walking through a glacial valley in a northerly direction until you reach the confluence of the Phoksundo River and a stream. You start an upward rise as soon as you cross the bridge and move in the direction of the northeast. You can see Kang-La pass as you go to the top of a steep slope.

You'll arrive at Kang-La Pass on the tenth morning after making your way through a challenging track. At a height of 5,360 meters, Kang-La Pass offers spectacular views of empty valleys, Crystal Mountain, and the U-shaped canyon leading to Shey-Gompa. After leaving the pass, you travel across meadows where yaks and animals may be seen grazing. You also cross the same river multiple times. A scarlet Buddhist shrine welcomes you to Shey Gompa as you pass through a row of modest houses. Spend the night at Shey Gompa.

You had been moving steadily upward for days. So that your body can adjust to the difference in altitude, you will take a well-deserved break in Shey Gompa. Take a stroll and investigate Shey Gompa. The most well-known monastery in Upper Dolpo is Shey Gompa. Every year, Shey Gompa is visited by hundreds of Buddhist devotees. Crystal Mountain is located to the east of Shey Gompa ( Ribo Drugta). Every year, before they harvest their crops, the locals congregate and walk around this peak.

The trek continues. You walk down a path that winds through a Juniper woodland before arriving at a rocky canyon. To get to the top of Saldang-La Pass, you have to trek along a winding path. The trail then falls steadily for a considerable distance in the direction of Namduna Gaun. Visit Namgung monastery, which is located on a ridge's northern wall. Spend the night in Namduna Gaun.

You begin your adventure in the morning by spending hours climbing arid hills. You begin to glimpse Saldang Village, which extends through a slope above Namga River, after 3–4 hours of walking. The largest village in Inner Dolpo is Saldang Village. There are over 600 people living here. Saldang is an Inner Dolpo town with thriving agriculture that is surrounded by terraced fields. Stay the night in Saldang Village.

The third week of your walk starts in Saldang village and takes you to more uncharted territory in the north. On your way to Tiling and the settlement of Lurigaon, you follow the Nang Chu River. To reach Yangze village, continue walking. You may tour the Panzang River, the Yangze region, and the Bon-Po monastery here. Spend the night at Yangze village.

There are a several pathways that lead from Yangze to Sibu. To get to Sibu, the longer path travels through Nishalgaon and Shimengaon. By going back the way we came to Saldang village, we choose the shorter trail. The next destination is Namdo village, which is 5 kilometers long and home to 400 people. Along the Nam Khong River is the Namdo Monastery. The final two hours of your walk are spent in Sibu. Stay the night in Sibu.

You start your walk on the seventeenth day, following the Nam Khong river. You might pass through herds of yaks traveling in caravans. You reach the confluence of two minor creeks after a few hours of walking. You then start your ascent to the Jeng La pass's base. Spend the night in Jeng-La Phedi.

The day begins with a two-hour ascent to the summit of Jeng La Pass (5110). Views of the Dhaulagiri range are spectacular from Jeng La Pass. You then make your way down toward Tarap Valley. You arrive at a brook and proceed along it to Tokyu village. Spend the night in the village of Tokyo.

The trail is simple in this area. Walking through a wide, productive valley, you stop at various chortens along the way. You must hike for about 4-5 hours to reach Dho Tarap. Spend the night in Dho Tarap.

The twentieth day is spent relaxing at Dho Tarap (4080m). You can look around the village, go to the gompas, and meet people. The trail intersection for Mustang, Jomsom, and Tibet located in Dho Tarap, one of the world's highest villages. About three dozens of dwellings are there. Magars and Tibetans make up the majority of the population. At Dho Tarap, there are numerous Buddhist shrines. The iconic Bon Gompa is located above Dho Tarap.

The following day, you begin your walk by descending down a valley, which, as you continue, eventually transforms into a gorge. The walk ultimately arrives at the intersection of Tarap Chu and the Lang Khola after passing through juniper bushes. After that, you arrive at Kamakharka to end your walk. Tent camping at Kamakharka one night.

You walk near the Tarap Khola Gorge. Sometimes the gorge is so narrow that you can jump across the river to get across. Thus, the gorge's edge trek might be thrilling. Your trek comes to an end when you arrive in Khanigaun. Spend the night in Khanigaun.

You begin your day's hike by following a trail to the settlement of Lalberi. After that, you travel alongside the river after passing through a forest and descending to a gorge. After walking from Khanigaun for a total of 4-5 hours, you finally arrive in Tarakot. The little settlement of Tarakot was formerly a stronghold. It was a well-known trading location and the former capital of the Tichorung Kingdom. Even if it no longer exudes the same intensity, it nonetheless charms travelers with its allure. Stay the night in Tarakot.

You travel to Dunai by following the Bheri River after breakfast, traversing a number of gorges, towns, and bridges. To go to Dunai, you pass through Lawan village, Byas Gadi, and Lochakhola Gaon. The Dolpo district is headquartered at Dunai. About 2700 people live there. At Dunai, you can discover campuses, bank offices, and other development infrastructure. Stay the night in Dunai.

The path keeps going after Thuli Bheri. To get to Juphal, you travel through Dhupichaur, Rupgad, Kalagaonda, and Motipur. At Juphal, the arduous journey comes to an end.

Spend the night at Juphal.

You will board the earliest aircraft from Juphal to Nepalgunj that is available. Following that, you will travel the same day to Kathmandu via plane. Rest in your hotel room or, if you want, go for a stroll through the neighborhood.

We will host a farewell dinner for you on this day.

Stay the night in Kathmandu.

The last day of your Upper Dolpo excursion has arrived. You'll take a plane to your nation.

There are other trek locations in Nepal if you want to keep trekking there. For any questions, don't hesitate to get in touch with us.