Lower Dolpa Trek B

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- Trip duration : 20 days
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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 1½ dedicated to the ancient Bonpo religion, local to Dolpo and Tibet, is a memorable experience.
Trip Duration: 20 days Trekking Days: 14 days Maximum Altitude: 5,190m. Trekking Mode: Camping only | ![]() |
Day 01: Arrival in Kathmandu(1350m.) and Transfer to Hotel-Hotel
Day 02: ½ day sightseeing in Kathmandu(Pashupatinath, Boudhanath if time remains we can visit Monkey temple) Later preparation and short briefing about forthcoming trek.- Hotel
Day 03: Morning flight to Nepaljung(165m.) and transfer to hotel. -Hotel
Day 04: Early morning flight to Juphal(2400m.) and immediately decent trek to Dunai(2150m.) -Camping
Day 05: Trek to Khanigaon(2543m.) - Camping
Day 06: Trek to Cheur (river side camp)(3632m.) - Camping
Day 07: Trek to Pigo Phu Cave(3850m.) - Camping
Day 08: Trek to Do(4040m.) - Camping
Day 09: Full day rest for AMS and hike around the Tarap Valley(4040m.) - Camping
Day 10: Trek to Tok Kyu approx (4250m.) - CampingDolpo
Day 11: Trek to Pelungtang(Basia La base camp)(4465m.) by crossing Numa La(5190m.) - Camping
Day 12: Trek to Shey Phoksumdo Lake(3600m.) by crossing Basia La(5070m.) - Camping
Day 13: Full day rest and hike around Shey Phoksumdo Lake(3600m.) and Monastry- Camping
Day 14: Trek to Sepka(2670m.) - Camping
Day 15: Trek to Dunai(2150m.) - Camping
Day 16: Trek to Juphal(2400m.) - Camping
Day 17: Morning flight to Nepaljung(165m.) and afternoon flight to Kathmandu(1350m.)-Hotel
Day 18: Reserve day for incase bad weather for flight
Day 19: Rest and final shopping day in Kathmandu valley(1350m.)- Hotel
Day 20: Final departure to your next destination
- All necessary ground transportation as required by itinerary
- 5 night hotel accommodation in Kathmandu
- 1/2 day sight seeing as per itinerary
- 1 night hotel accommodation in Nepalgunj
- Domestic flight: KTM-NPJ-JUM-NPJ-KTM with airport tax
- TIMs(Trekking Information Management System) Card
- Special Restricted Area permit
- National Park fee
- Standard Camping food
- All necessary camping equipment with kitchen utensils and kerosene
- All necessary camping charges
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Medical supplies(First aid Kit will be available)
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All required Nepalese staffs (salary, food, clothing, accommodation)
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All Nepalese staffs insurance as per Nepalese Government rules
- Company Service charge, VAT and government taxes
- International flight with airport tax.
- Nepalese Entry Visa fee
- Food during stay in Kathmandu and Nepalgunj
- All personal equipment and personal expenses
- Photography Charges, Monument charges and Monument entry fees
- Personal Medical and travel insurance(must cover helicopter rescue evacuation cost)
- Personal Medicine
- Telephone and internet charges
- Laundry charges
- Alcoholic beverage, bottled drinks and cold drinks during the trip
- Rescue evacuation charges if required
- Staff and porters Tips...
22nd July 2018/19
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