Lower Dolpa

  • Max. Altitude: 3820m
  • Duration: 17
  • Grade: Moderate
  • Best Season: Mar – May, Sept – Nov

  • Description
  • Itinerary

Dolpa is remote region of Nepal and the focal point of this area is Shey Phoksumdo National Park. The east and south of it is bordered by the Dhaulagiri and Churen Himal ranges and to the west by Jumla district. Trekking to Lower Dolpa proffers you the remarkable and worthwhile experience of lifetime. The noteworthy figure seen here are immaculate snowy peaks, ancient and isolated villages, rich wildlife, reliable Buddhist monastery and wonderful lakes. It provides you with sites of spectacular lakes, authentic Buddhist monasteries and plentiful wildlife (including Blue sheep, mountain goat, jackal, wolf and snow leopard). In case you are seeking for some overwhelming and impressive panorama, Dolpo won’t disappoint you! The route begins by meandering through pine and cedar forest with views of the massive Dhaualgiri range in the backdrop. As the most remote and least developed district in Nepal, this trek is reserved for those with a true sense of adventure the people of this area are simple and warm-hearted with enthralling culture and traditions. The cultural traditions of this area are basically linked with Tibetan. Trekking into this region gives an exposure to the High & Isolated Himalayan valleys, resembling the Tibetan highlands. The major highlight of this trek includes “Shey Phoksundo National Park” which is the largest National Parks of Nepal. “Shey Phoksundo Lake” is another prominent factor of this region. The lake is totally free of aqua life, which the crystal waters clearly explain. Surrounded by rock, forests, and snow- capped peaks, the area has been described as one of the World’s “Natural Hidden Wonders”.

The trek begins at “Juphal” and follows the trail to “Dunai”, then proceeds to “Tarakot”, way up to “Bang la” Camp, the highest point of this trek, after passing through the “Sanu Bheri” village, we then descend to the beautiful “Phoksundo” Lake, which is a part of the “Shey Phoksundo National Park”.

Trip Profile:-

Destination: Lower Dolpa
Duration: 17 Days
Grade: Moderate
Max. Altitude: 3820m
Type of Trek: Camping/ Tea-house
Season: Mar – May, Sept – Nov

Day 01: Arrival in Kathmandu
Day 02: Full day Sight seeing
Day 03: Fly to Nepalgunj.
Day 04: Fly to Juphal(2,350m), Trek to Dunai(2,150m)
Day 05: Trek Dunai – Rahagaon(2910m).
Day 06: Trek Rehagaon – Regi(2950m).
Day 07: Trek Regi – Ringmo(3660m).
Day 08: Trek Ringmo – Baga La Phedi (4200m).
Day 09: Trek Baga La Phedi – Bagala (5090m)-Numa La Phedi (4620m).
Day 10: Trek Numa La Phedi – Numa La (5360m).-Tok-Kyu(4190m).
Day 11: Trek Tok-Kyu-Do Tarap(4,040m)
Day 12: Trek Do Tarap – Gorge Camp.
Day 13: Trek Gorge Camp-Khanigaon.
Day 14: Trek Khanigaon-Dunai(2,150m)
Day 15: Trek Dunai-Juphal.
Day 16: Fly Juphal/Nepalgunj/Kathmandu.
Day 17: Final Departure

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