LOWER DOLPA TREK

Dolpa is also called 'Ba Yul' or the Hidden valley is a land of mystery, scenery and peace. Surrounded by Dhaulagiri and Tibet from south and north, The Dolpo region is the natural embodiment of high passes, rare flora and fauna and sweeping vistas. The medicinal plant, Yarchagumba (Coerdiopsis sinensis) a type of wild mushroom is found in abundance in this region. Extracts from Yarchagumba is believed to significantly improve health and fitness. This trekking is for combination of natural and cultural phenomena which is enriched by the traditional Tibetan cultural heritage. It is a rain shadow area and was opened in 1991 for trekking. The whole trekking areas in this region stretches through and around Arun River whose origin dates back to prehistoric period. The Arun valley is one of the most beautiful regions to trek in Nepal. 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.

Itinerary

Lower Dolpa Trek (Full Camping Trek)
Day 01: Arrival at the Kathmandu Airport and transfer to hotel
Day 02: ½ day sightseeing in Kathmandu Valley(Pashupati, Baudhanath, Soyambhunath) and preparation day.
Day 03: Flight to Nepalgunj and transfer to hotel
Day 04: Flight to Jumla and immediately trek to Gothi Chaur (2700m)
Day 05: Trek to Naphukana (3080m)
Day 06: Trek to Balasa
Day 07: Trek to Kaigaon
Day 08: Trek to Toijum (2920m)
Day 09: Trek to Kagmara base camp (2900m)
Day 10: Trek to Kagmara base camp(4060m.) by crossing Kagmara La (5115m.)
Day 11: Trek to Phoksundo Lake(3733m.)
Day 12: Rest at Phoksumdo Lake (Exploration day)
Day 13: Trek to Baga La Phedi(4115m.)
Day 14: Trek to Numa La Phedi (4465m.) by crossing Baga La Phedi (5070m.)
Day 15: Trek to Do (4040m) by crossing Numa La (5190m)
Day 16: Rest at Do (Exploration day)
Day 17: Trek to Lahini (3560m)
Day 18: Trek to Tarakot (2600m)
Day 19: Trek to Dunai (2150m)
Day 20: Trek to Juphal (2400m)
Day 21: Early morning flight to Nepalgunj to Kathmandu and transfer to hotel
Day 22: Rest day for incase domestic flight problem
Day 23: Final shopping day

Route Map