Dolpo Trek

Trip Facts

Difficulty

Challenging

Country

Nepal

Duration

21 Days

Altitude

5310 M

Accommodation

Hotel/Lodge/Tent

Trip Start From

Kathmandu

Trip Ends At

Kathmandu

Overview

There are very few treks and adventure trips in Nepal during the summer and monsoon seasons which is considered as a slow/off season.

The Dolpo region due to its location in the rain shadow of the northwestern part of Nepal offers feasible weather conditions for those looking to travel in an isolated, crowd free and sparsely populated villages. The trek offers excellent views of Himalayas, challenging passes of over 5000m and gives you an insight of the rich culture of the Buddhist and Bon Po religions.

One of the highlights of the trek is the tranquil beauty of Shey Phoksundo Lake which is the deepest lake of Nepal famous for its crystal clear water and turquoise color with no aquatic creatures.

Brief Itinerary

Day 01:

Arrive Kathmandu and transfer to hotel.
Day 02:

In Kathmandu permits processing and trek preparations
Day 03:

Afternoon fly to Nepalgunj transfer to hotel
Day 04:

Fly to Juphal and trek to Dunai (2150m)
Day 05:

Trek to Tarakot (2540m) 5-6 hrs .
Day 06:

Trek to Laina Odar (3375m) 5 hrs .
Day 07:

Trek to Nawarpani or Sim Odar 5 hrs.
Day 08:

Trek to LangKhola (3870m) 4 hrs.
Day 09:

Trek to Dho Tarap (3950m) 3 hrs.
Day 10:

Excursion around Dho Tarap for acclimatization
Day 11:

Trek to Numa La Base Camp (4350m) 4 hrs.
Day 12:

Trek to Danighar (4510m) by passing Numa La 5310m 7-8 hrs Trek
Day 13:

Trek to Yak Kharka by passing Baga La pass 5170m 6-7 hrs trek.
Day 14:

Trek to Phoksundo lake – Ringmo village (3600m) 3-4 hrs.
Day 15:

Explore around Phoksundo lake
Day 16:

Trek to Rechi
Day 17:

Trek to Shyangta
Day 18:

Trek to Juphal.
Day 19:

Fly Juphal-Nepalgunj-Kathmandu
Day 20:

In Kathmandu.
Day 21:

International Departure

Challenging

Strenuous trekking and climbing
May require carrying bag packs (12)
Elevations from 2800m to 5500m
Moderate to intermediate terrain with short scrambling and descent on moraine/scree sections
Terrain might be snow or ice or rock or all mixed including glaciers
Few nights are spent in tent at high altitude during peak ascent
Nights are spent in tents or lodge
Involves travel in remote areas
Trek duration of two to three weeks
Includes several high passes trek and 6000m peak ascent
Minimum seven hours of average trek per day

Package Details

Cost Includes:

Transfer airport-hotel-airport for Int. and domestic flights.
3 star hotel accommodation on room sharing and breakfast in Kathmandu as per itinerary.
Special trekking permits for Dolpo.
All airfares as per program.
Standard hotel accommodation on double room basis in Nepalgunj as per itinerary on MAP (dinner and breakfast)
Tented camping including food & fuel, mattresses, sleeping tent, dining tent, kitchen equipment and toilet tent.
Hot water for showers during rest days, satellite phone for emergency.
Experienced trek guide, cook, camp staff and porters on trek.
Wages, accommodation, food and insurance for local crews and porters.
Applicable government and local taxes. Welcome dinner in Kathmandu.

Cost Excludes:

Expenses of personal nature, personal tips, alcoholic beverages, cold drinks and mineral water.
Meals in Kathmandu. Personal trekking gears.
Travel insurance, personal medical expenses and rescue evacuation.
Any costs arising due to flight cancellations, political disturbance, natural disaster and deviation in programs.
Tourist visa for Nepal and International flight to/from Kathmandu.
Tips/gratitude for staffs at the end of the trip.