Upper Dolpo Trekking-26 days

The Upper Dolpo
region is another remote hidden destination in far west
where Nepal's most tranquil and natural beauty is still
unexplored. The home of herbal land, unspoiled trans-Himalayan
culture, Buddhist monuments, and unique human civilization
at high altitude is worth a visit. Trekking around the
Dolpo region is an unforgettable journey in every visitor's
life. Observing different rain shadow landscapes with
stunning mountain views, wild flowers, Himalayan blue
sheep, snow leopards, and huge birds Himalayan griffon.
It's difficult to grow crops there, which makes life
difficult for the local people, so most of them are
involved in the salt trade from Tibet, this traditional
culture continue in Doplo generation to generation.
Dolpo is protected
by Shey-Phoksundo National Park. It lies to the north
of the Dhaulagiri Range bordering the Tibetan Plateau.
Here one can find a well-preserved eco-system of plants
and wildlife, including the blue sheep and the elusive
snow leopard. The view of Kanjiroba peak, Phoksumdo
Lake, and the Dhauligiri massif is one of the most rewarding
moments of this trek. A visit to the Phoksumdo Gompa
– dedicated to the ancient Bonpo religion, local
to Dolpo and Tibet, is a memorable experience. The enchanting
beauty and unique culture of this place will demonstrate
why Eric Valli, the author of the famous book Honey
Hunter of Nepal, created the movie "Caravan",
nominated for the prestigious Oscar award. Dolpo is
still the homeland of the Spotted Leopard, Blue Sheep,
wolves, and many other varieties of flora and fauna,
so you'll also uncover a deeper understanding of Peter
Matthieson's book Snow Leopard. A well-organized camping
trek is required and trekking in a group is recommended.
This trek is most suitable for those who are exceptionally
fit and prepared to face the full challenge of the Himalayan
wilderness.
| Upper
Dolpa Trekking Outline Itinerary |
| Day 01 |
Arrive in
Kathmandu meet assist and transfer to Hotel. |
| Day 02 |
Fly to Nepalgunj, 1 hrs. O/N at the Hotel.
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| Day 03 |
Nepalgunj to Juphal. Fly to Juphal (2440m)
and trek to Dunai (2150m), 5 hrs. O/N at the
Tented camp. |
| Day 04 |
Dunai to Hanke. Trek from Dunai to Hanke
(3000m), 6 hrs. O/N at the Tented camp. |
| Day 05 |
Hanke to Reji. Trek from Hanke to Reji (2940m),
6 hrs. O/N at the Tented camp. |
| Day 06 |
Trek to Ringmo (3540m), 7 hrs. O/N at the
Tented camp. Reji to Ringmo. Trek from Reji
to Ringmo (3540m), 7 hrs. O/N at the Tented
camp. |
| Day 07 |
Ringmo to Rest Day. Observe the surroundings. |
| Day 08 |
Ringmo to Rock Fall. Trek from Ringmo to
Rock Fall (4300m), 6 hrs. O/N at the Tented
camp. |
| Day 09 |
Rock Fall B.C. Trek from Rock Fall to Gandala
B.C. (4650m), 6 hrs. O/N at the Tented camp. |
| Day 10 |
Gandala B.C. to Shey Gumba. Trek from Gandala
B.C to Shey Gumba (4300m), 6 hrs. O/N at the
Tented camp. |
| Day 11 |
Shey Gumba (Rest day). |
| Day 12 |
Shey Gumba - Namgung. Trek from Shey Gumba
to Namgung (4560m), 6 hrs. O/N at the Tented
camp. |
Day 13 |
Namgung – Saldang. Trek from Namgung
to Saldang (4150m), 6 hrs. O/N at the Tented
camp. |
| Day 14 |
Saldang – Koma. Trek from Saldang
to Koma (4060m), 6 hrs. O/N at the Tented
camp. |
| Day 15 |
Koma – Shimen. Trek from Koma to Shimen
(3850m), 6 hrs. O/N at the Tented camp. |
| Day 16 |
Shimen – Tinjegaun. Trek from Shimen
to Tinjegaun (4110m). O/N at the Tented camp. |
| Day 17 |
Tinjegaun- Rest Day. Observe the local area. |
| Day 18 |
Tinjegaun – Camp Side. Trek from Tinjegaun
to Camp Side (4210m), 6 hrs. O/N at the Tented
camp. |
| Day 19 |
Camp Side – Mallan Pass Base Camp.
Trek from Camp Side to Mallan Pass Base Camp,
(4350m), 7 hrs. O/N at the Tented camp. |
| Day 20 |
Mallan – Chharka. Trek from Mallan
Base Camp to Chharka (4110m), 7 hrs. O/N at
the Tented camp. |
| Day 21 |
Chharka – Tuja Khola. Trek from Chharka
to Tuja Khola (4850m), 7 hrs. O/N at the Tented
camp. |
| Day 22 |
Tuja Khola – Kharka. Trek from Tuja
Khola to Kharka (4950m), 6 hrs. O/N at the
Tented camp. |
| Day 23 |
Kharka – Sangdak. Trek from Kharka
to Sangdak (3680m), 7 hrs. O/N at the Tented
camp. |
| Day 24 |
Sangdak – Sangda. Trek from Sangdak
to Sangda (3690m), 6 hrs. O/N at the Tented
camp. |
| Day 25 |
Kagbeni – Jomsom. Trek from Kagbeni
to Jomsom (2720m), 3 hrs. O/N at the Tented
camp. |
| Day 26 |
Jomsom – Pokhara – Kathmandu. |
| Day 27 |
Drive to airport and fly back to home. |
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Price Includes :
- All surface transfer as per
itinerary.
- Domestic airfare and airport
tax.
- Hotel in Kathmandu in twin sharing,
BB basis.
- Food, accommodation and other
expenses of trekking crew.
- Necessary permit, national park
and TIMS fees.
- Guided sightseeing tour in Kathmandu.
Price Exclude :
- Single supplement charge (if
required)
- Meals whilst in Kathmandu &
Pokhara.
- Nepal Travel insurance.
- Nepal entry visa fee US$ 30
(duration 60 days from date of issue)
- You may easily issue the visa
upon your arrival at Tribhuvan International
Airport Kathmandu.
- Departure Airport Tax in Kathmandu
approx. US$ 24.
- Items of a personal nature such
as alcoholic drinks, cold drinks, laundry, Tips.
- Expenses occurred due to unavoidable
Events i.e. road wrecks, flight delays etc.
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| Note:
above 10 person group complementary for a group
leader. |
| Quotation:
In order for us to quote you all the price,
write us with number of persons in your group,
the category of hotels you would like to stay,
whether you would like to use surface or air
transportation (where applicable) inside Nepal
and your amendment or our itinerary, if any.
The price we quote will include and exclude
are as above. |
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