Upper Mustang Tours & Travels

About upper Dolpo trek

Upper Dolpo trek stands out as one of the alluring trekking trails in Dolpo region of Nepal. Trek offers the intact and unparalleled feel of genuine adventure stuff. Upper Dolpo has immerged out as a peaceful hiking destination to savor the remote and erotic walking experience in the vicinity of great Himalayan range. Dolpo region’s barren, high-altitude desert-like landscapes, combined with the rugged mountains, create dramatic vistas at every turn.
Upper Dolpo trek start point accessible by road these days and flight from Kathmandu to Nepalgunj to Juphal. The raw beauty of nature, landscape, combined with the rich cultural heritage of Tibetan-influenced people, creates an experience that is both humbling and inspiring. Shey Phoksundo Lake, Shey Gompa, crystal mountain, Saldang and Dho tarap are the main highlights of this trek.
Upper Dolpo trek wind through traditional villages such as Ringmo, Saldang and Dho Tarap influenced by Tibetan Buddhism. The stone houses, prayer flags fluttering in the wind, and local customs create an authentic cultural experience. The trek takes you through some of the most remote and untouched regions of Nepal. If you are looking for an adventure of a lifetime, then Upper Dolpo trek is the perfect option for you.

• Discover the bon, Buddhist cultural, natural and geographical mysteries of lower to upper Dolpo Nepal.
• Explore most significant monasteries like Shey Gompa, many others Buddhist and bon Gompas in inner Dolpo Nepal.
• Catch a view of variety of wildlife, vegetation, birds including elusive snow leopard, blue sheep, musk deer & Himalayan Tahr etc.
• Observe the nomadic life of Dolpo pa people, their culture, tradition and architecture preserved in Dolpo area of Himalayas.
• Follow the footsteps of ancient trans-Himalayan traders, yaks, mules, horses and sheep’s caravan to Tibet of China.
• Visit medieval villages like Dunai, Ringmo, Saldang, Dho Tarap, Tarakot, Chharka Bhot, the highest human settlements in the world.
• Witness the pristine Phoksundo lake, the deepest lake of Nepal in Shey Phoksundo national park.
• Enjoy amazing mountain views, while hiking in rain shadow area of isolated Karnali region of Nepal.
• Experience the practice of bon po religion, influences by Tibetan Buddhism by Dolpo pa in remote part of Nepal.
• Get an insight into wilderness of mountains, lakes, waterfalls, ridges, barren desert, yak pastures etc.

• Day 1 : Arrival day in Kathmandu, Nepal

  After arrival in Kathmandu Airport (TIA) Nepal, our representative will welcome you and transfer to hotel by private vehicle. At hotel he/ she will give short briefing about program agreement and day to day plan. Check into hotel, use free time to take rest, relax and explore around Thamel.

  Elevation: 1,400 meters / 4593 feet.

• Day 2 : Kathmandu city tours and permits preparation

  After breakfast, full day sightseeing journey in Kathmandu valley start with private vehicle and professional guide. There are many sights to see in Kathmandu Nepal. Among of them guide takes you to the selected destination like Swayambhunath Stupa, Boudhanath Stupa, Pashupatinath Temple, Kathmandu and Patan Durbar Square etc. Kathmandu sightseeing trip covers major historical, and cultural monuments that beautifully crafted with various wood, metal, and stonework. The city is full of history and culture, there is something for everyone to enjoy. After city tours, we will drive back to hotel and conduct Pre-trip meeting. You spent rest of the time for gear shopping, packaging, exploring streets of Thamel and sample local food.

• Day 3 : Flight from Kathmandu to Nepalgunj 150 meters / 492 feet
• Day 4 : Flight to Juphal then trek to Dunai 2140 meters / 7020 feet
• Day 5 : Trek to Chhepka 2678 meters /8786 feet
• Day 6 : Trek to Rechi 3011 meters / 9878 feet
• Day 7 : Trek to Ringmo 3,641meters / 11945 feet
• Day 8 : Rest day to travel around Phoksundo Lake for acclimatization
• Day 9 : Trek to Phoksundo Khola 3750 meters / 12303 feet
• Day 10 : Trek to Phoksundo Bhanjyang 4500 meters / 14763 feet
• Day 11 : Trek to Shey Gompa 4343 meters / 14248 feet via Nagdalo La 5350m / 17552 feet
• Day 12 : Rest day to travel around Shey Gompa for acclimatization
• Day 13 : Trek to Namgung 4360 meters /14304 feet via Sela La 5094 meters / 16712 feet
• Day 14 : Trek to Saldang 3770 meters / 12368 feet
• Day 15 : Trek to Yangtsher Gompa 4559 / 14957 feet
• Day 16 : Trek to Shimengaon 3885 meters / 12746 feet
• Day 17 : Trek to Tinjegaon 4110meters / 13484 feet
• Day 18 : Trek to Penjokhola Dovan 4480 meters / 14698 feet
• Day 19 : Trek to Tokyu Gaon 4240 m / 13910 feet via Chhoila La 5,040 m / 16535 feet
• Day 20 : Tokyu to Dho Tarap 3944 meters / 12939 feet
• Day 21 : Rest day to walk around Dho Tarap for discovery
• Day 22 : Trek to Ghyamgar 3755 meters / 12319 feet
• Day 23 : Trek to Lamachaur 3600 meters / 11811 feet
• Day 24 : Trek to Tarakot 2,540 meters / 8333 feet
• Day 25 : Trek to Dunai 2140 meters / 7,020 feet
• Day 26 : Trek to Jhuphal 2475 meters / 8120 feet
• Day 27 : Flight from Jhuphal to Nepalgunj to Kathmandu
• Day 28 : Airport transfer by private vehicle to depart Nepal

  Today we will transfer you to airport 3 hours before scheduled flight to depart from Kathmandu or back home after amazing trip to Himalayas. “Have a safe journey! hope to see you again in future”

• Airports pick up on your arrival day by private vehicle
• Round trip flight from Kathmandu Nepalgunj
• Round trip flight from Nepalgunj to Jhupal to Nepalgunj
• Two nights hotel accommodation in Nepalgunj BB basic
• All meals (Breakfast, Lunch & dinner) 4 cups of hot drink each day on choice
• Accommodation at organize camping tent during Dolpo trekking period
• Professional English speaking guide service trained by government of Nepal
• Trekking staffs to carry your backpack & camping equipments
• All necessary paperwork, special permits (SPNP, TIMS) and local taxes
• Travel and rescue arrangements if require
• Airport transfer to depart Nepal

• Visa fees / international airfare to and from Kathmandu
• Lunch and dinner in Kathmandu
• Personal expenses phone calls, mineral water, bar bills, hot shower, battery recharge, extra porters & gears etc
• Tips for guides, porters (Tipping are expected but not mandatory)