Upper Dolpo Trek

As you fly into Kathmandu, you'll have beautiful views over the valley, the snow capped mountain peaks in Himalaya, and of the terraced fields below. As per your arrival time, our representative will be at the airport to receive you and transfer you to your booked hotel.
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Today after the breakfast we will proceed for sightseeing tour in and around the Kathmandu valley. The Durbar Squares, Pashupatinath temple, Swoyambhunath temple and Boudhanath temple are the major sight-seeing areas around the Kathmandu valley. These all are listed in a world heritage sites. The Durbar Square shows us the regal life of ancient periods. Pashupatinath Temple is one of the most sacred Hindu pilgrimages. Swoyambhunath Temple and Boudhanath Stupa is the Buddhist temple which is very popular around the globe. Swoyambhunath is also known as money temple stands on the hilltop west of the Kathmandu valley. It can also be known as the viewpoint of Kathmandu valley. Boudhanath temple is the biggest Chhorten ever made around the world.
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You fly from Kathmandu to Nepalganj in the southwest part of the Terai, right on the border to India. After checking into your hotel you might go and have a look at the Bageshwari Mandir, a temple to honour Kali. But what Nepalganj is all about is just wandering around in the bazaar, which has everything on sale that one could imagine. You will see people here from every part of Nepal, people from Tibet and India; they all come here to trade.
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You go to the airport very early in order to get on the flight to Juphal. Dolpo flights are always early in the morning. This is because high winds in the Thulo Bheri Valley begin around 10 am, making later flights impossible. Once you have gotten all your equipment of the Twin otter in Juphal (2500m), you start out on the short walk from Juphal to Dunai. You walk downhill through meadows and past a few houses to the small hotels at Kala Gaura (2090m). From here you follow the river trail upstream to Dunai. You camp near Dunai and explore this bustling little hill town for the rest of the afternoon.
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Meals Included : Full Board

From Dunai, you'll begin your hike from Dunai to Chhepka. At first, you'll enter the Sulighat post, where you'll get your Shey Phoksundo National Park Permit. On the way, there are a couple of villages and majestic mountain views to admire. Eventually, the trail goes through a densely forested area, and you reach Sulighat. Gradually, you'll ascend Thuli Bheri Valley and enter into Phoksundo River Valley.

Initially, you'll follow the trail alongside Phoksundo River to Kageni. Today, you'll walk on rocky terrain and come across many small water streams. Besides continuing your walk through lush forest areas, you cross mid-hill villages like Jutung and Shyangta. After crossing the bridge over the confluence Phoksundo Khola and Maiba Khola, you head north towards Chhepka.
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Following the famous Lower Dolpo Circuit trail, you approach Amchi Hospital, which lies on the other side of the river. You cross the bridge over Phoksundo Khola twice and continue walking on an isolated path to Rechi (3,011m/9,880ft).

Further, from Rechi, you proceed to Suligad Dovan, where you cross the bridge over the Phoksundo Khola. After this, you reach Amchi Hospital, where still the doctors are following the traditional methods and using herbal medicine to treat the local people of Dolpo.
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Today, the real adventure begins as you head to Phoksundo Lake, the world's deepest magical lake. Passing through the forest of Cedar, you'll reach Polam Village (3,397m/11,145ft). Gently ascend a ridge, and soon you'll discover the captivating views of Phoksundo Lake. In addition, you'll see the alluring sight of Nepal's highest Suligad/Phoksundo Waterfall. Continuing the walk, you arrive at a Tibetan Buddhist settlement of Ringmo, lying next to Phoksundo Lake.
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Your adventure to Upper Dolpo would not be complete without exploring Shey Phoksundo Lake, an utterly beautiful turquoise lake. Next, you can visit the Tshowa Monastery (900-year old Bonpo monastery) at the east bank of Phoksundo Lake. After exploring the Lake area, you can wander around Ringmo village, where you'll get a close insight into Bon's religion, a unique and primitive culture of Bon people.
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After spending a lovely day around Phoksundo Lake this morning, you'll journey down to Sallaghari. Your hike continues along the western bank of the lake. Following an uneven isolated trail, you'll enter a more remote part of the Dolpo region. As you reach the westernmost edge of the lake, the path follows a lush meadow. After crossing the floodplain area of Phoksundo River, you reach Phoksundo Khola camp. Eventually, the few hours of the walk lead you to the beautiful Sallaghari surrounded by dense pine forests.
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You continue north this morning, towards the Nagdalo High Camp. You gradually ascend a remote trekking trail and enjoy some enchanting views of snow-capped mountains. Then crossing the river over the bridge, the trail stretches to an open campsite. Finally, after a few hours of a climb to the top of the ridge, you'll enjoy the astonishing view of Kangla/Nagdalo La Pass.
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You will wake up early and ascend on a steep path towards a pass. The ascend will be challenging, however, from the top, you will get to see an outstanding view of the surrounding area. Further, you will descend on a steep trail and trek along the bank of a river. You will cross this river many times at different points and trek through meadows. You will see many grazing yaks, mountain goats, and sheep in the meadow. Crossing a log bridge, you finally reach Shey Gompa for the night stay.
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The trail today's goes through juniper trees that further descend to a stony canyon. From here, trekking on a zigzag trail over rocks will take you to the top of Saldang La Pass. The trail then descends down to Namduna Gaun. On the way, you will get to see a lovely view of yaks and sheep grazing in the meadows. In Namduna Gaun, you will visit the old Namgung monastery built with red stone.
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We leave the village and climb up a slope and begin a long walk along dusty barren mountains. After 3-4 hours of hard climb, we begin to see Saldang Village below us on a plateau high above the Namga Khola stream. It has a picturesque appearance. Saldang is the largest village of the inner Dolpo area. The village stretches for nearly two kilometers on an open slope and consists of five villages having about eighty well-built houses with nearly six hundred people. It is a prosperous village not only agriculturally but also for its strategic location on a trade route to Tibet.
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From Saldang, we walk further north along the Nagon Khola (river) on a wild and barren terrain. We begin our walk on a fairly gradual path with few ups and downs. On the way, we pass through Marang and Ki villages. Next, we cross a tributary of Panzang River and walk towards the east and cross the river again before reaching Yangze gompa which houses an old Bon-Po Monastery.
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After exploring the ancient Bon Po monastery, today, you'll head towards the Tibetan village of Komash. As you continue your walk along the Raphya river, you'll pass through small stupas, mani walls, and chortens. After walking on a steep trail for few more hours, you reach the final destination of the day, Komash Village.
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After having early morning breakfast at Komash, you'll begin your trek towards Shimen. Today, you'll witness a landscape similar to the highland desert. You may also spot some rare animals like a snow leopard or blue sheep. Enjoying the captivating view of snow-capped peaks and surroundings, you arrive at Shimen. This small settlement hosts Shimen Gompa, another ancient monastery.
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From Shimen, you'll take the route towards Tinje. Along the way, you'll come across Shimen Gompa and Pu Gompa. Following the GHT High route, you walk along the side of Panjyan Khola you reach Sonmagaon. Further, keep walking till you pass Taragaon and get to Tinje. Rest you can explore this beautiful settlement. There is a natural airstrip, and at one time, British aircraft had landed and taken off here.
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We go to explore an ancient monastery before we head towerds Dho Tarap. The trail, today, is magnificent passing thorough beautiful river valley. We will enjoy experiencing incredible cultural and spiritual highlights before we get to Dho Tarap.
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You start the trek by crossing the bridge over Sulun Khola. The trail moves along the riverside, and after crossing small streams several times, you arrive at Chhoila North Pass (5,050m/16,570ft). As you reach the top of the pass, you'll find impressive views of the Dolpo region and the surrounding mountains, including the north face of the Dhaulagiri massif. You continue your walk on a rugged trail towards Tarap valley and reach Tokyu Gaon. This small village hosts Tokyu monastery belonging to the Chaiba sect.
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Passing through varied terrain, you'll make your way to Dho Tarap, the highest settlement area in the world. Today's trek involves an entirely downhill walk on plain land, so it's pretty easy than the other day. Continue your walk along the riverside through a grassy land. You'll witness a slight difference in trekking route than the other parts of the inner Dolpo.

After few hours of walk, you reach a Magar settlement of Dho Tarap. It is also the main junction that connects the trail to Jomsom, Mustang, and Tibet. You can observe Tibetan-style houses with small wooden windows and flat roofs. Also, you'll see colorful prayer flags, small Gumbas, chortens, and Mani stone walls that are beautifully scattered throughout the village. While exploring the village, you get a chance to interact with the locals. You'll get to know about their remote culture and lifestyle.
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Enjoying a fabulous day at Dho Tarap, you move towards Nawarpani (Pibuk). You'll begin with a downhill walk and come across the junction of Tarap Khola and Mirbubane Khola. Keep on walking and cross the bridge over Klang Khola, and you arrive at Langa Camp (4,010m/13,160ft). Furthermore, the trail continues through Tarap Khola’s bank and passes several villages like Sisaul, Ghyamghar, Toltol, and reach Nawarpani.
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Today, the trail descends beside the Tarap River. Walking along the riverbed for a while, you'll pass a narrow valley. You'll notice a slight difference in the trekking trail as you step on the forested area and crossing Laina Odar you arrive at Chhedhul Gompa. You move ahead alongside the Tarap Khola you get into Laisicap.
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From Laisicap, you commence your walk along the shore of Thuri Bheri Khola. After a while, you reach a bridge and cross it to get into Tarakot. Further ascending along the river, you reach Lawan and then Byasgadh. Finally, the trail becomes easy, and you cross another hanging bridge and eventually climb to Dunai.
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From Dunai, we trek along the Bheri River enjoying the beautiful landscape. On the way, we pass through Dhupichaur and Rupgad villages as well as a temple. We continue trekking via Kalagaonda village and Motipur village before reaching the small airstrip reaching to Jhuphal for the night.
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We take a flight from Juphal to Nepalgunj. We then take a connecting flight from Nepalgunj to Kathmandu.
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You can explore around the Heritage sites in the city, stroll down the streets of Thamel for local cultural experience, visit nearby monasteries, relax at a nearby spa centers or do some souvenir haunting in the local bazaar.
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As per your flight time you will be transferred to the airport for your flight back home or any other destinations. The airport check-in is 3 hours prior to the departure time and the hotel checkout time is 12 PM.

Or inform us if you want to stay longer for short tours such as Jungle Safari at National Parks, Mountain Biking, Rafting, a Tibet tour, a Tour to Bhutan or India Tour. We will be happy to assist you.

As per your flight time you will be transferred to the airport for your flight back home or any other destinations. The airport check-in is 3 hours prior to the departure time and the hotel checkout time is 12 PM.

Or inform us if you want to stay longer for short tours such as Jungle Safari at National Parks, Mountain Biking, Rafting, a Tibet tour, a Tour to Bhutan or India Tour. We will be happy to assist you.