Lower Dolpo Trek is a remote region trek that takes travelers to the far-flung area of Nepal. You will encounter true wilderness with pristine water lakes, beautiful alpine topography, and woods. The trek offers local cultures; the local denizens in the area exhibit Tibetan-like culture. You will be trekking in the Shey Phoksundo National Park which is home to many species of flora and fauna that includes Himalayan musk deer, and blue sheep. For sure, this trek will offer you a memory to cherish forever.
As per your expectations, you will have spectacular views of the mountains. Also, you can examine your endurance while passing through the high passes in the area: the Baga La Pass (5,070m) and the Numala Pass (5360m).
The trek takes you through the villages which exhibit ancient cultures and traditions. It exposes you to the high land that reminds you of Tibetan geography. The other attraction of the trek is Shey Phoksundo National Park which is one of the leading national parks of Nepal. You will feel like you are in a different world as you will be walking among rocks, forests, and mountains. Shey Phoksundo Lake is the other attraction of the region. Exploration of local monasteries gives you Buddhist insight. Moreover, you will not miss observing the different lifestyles of the people of this remote part of the planet.
We have carefully developed this itinerary so that you can explore almost all the hidden treasures of this remote part of Nepal. We provide full board meals during the trek and offer you decent accommodation. But, you should also spend nights in tents as tea house accommodation is not available in all the places on the trekking route. We are committed to starting the trek on your convenient date and time and are also flexible to amend the itinerary at your convenience. Do not delay exploring the hidden treasure of Nepal while enjoying the local culture and tradition.
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Outline Itinerary
Day 01: Arrival in Kathmandu (1400m)
Day 02: Kathmandu sightseeing tour and trek preparation (1400m)
Day 03: Fly to Nepalgunj (150m) - a 45-minute flight
Day 04: Fly to Juphal (Dolpa) and trek to Dunai (2140m) – 30 minutes flight and 2/3 hour trek
Day 05: Trek to Tarakot (2537m) – 5/6 hour
Day 06: Trek to Laini (3370m) – 6/7 hour
Day 07: Trek to Nawarpani (3475m/11) – 5/6 hour
Day 08: Trek to Dho Tarap (3944m) - 7/8 hour
Day 09: Acclimatization day at Dho Tarap (3944m)
Day 10: Trek to Numa La Base Camp (4,440m) - 6/7 hour
Day 11: Cross Numa La (5,238m) and trek to Phelung Tang (4,465m) - 6/7 hour
Day 12: Cross Baga La (5070m) and trek to Dajok Tang (4080m) - 6/7 hour
Day 13: Trek from Dajok Tang to Ringmo (3,600m) – 4/5 hour
Day 14: Exploration day at Ringmo and a hike to Phoksundo (3600m) – 5/6 hour
Day 15: Trek to Shyanta (2520m) – 5/6 hour
Day 16: Trek from Shyanta to Juphal (2475m) – 4/5 hour
Day 17: Fly to Nepalgunj and then to Kathmandu (1400m) 1 hour 45-minutes total flight
Day 18: Departure day (1400m)
Cost Includes
- Airport pick-up and drop service in a private vehicle
- Welcome dinner and farewell dinner.
- Twin-sharing accommodation in Kathmandu and Nepalgunj at a tourist standard hotel along with breakfast
- Accommodation during the trekking in a teahouse/Lodge and a tent as per the necessity as it is a remote region trek and tea houses are not available in all the places
- All three meals on the trek (breakfast, lunch, dinner), fruits after dinner, and tea/coffee (3 times a day)
- Round Trip airfare from Kathmandu-Nepalgunj-Juphpal-Nepaljung-Kathmandu
- Government certified English speaking trekking guide
- The entire cost of the staff members involved in the trek (their salary, insurance, equipment, food, and accommodation)
- Porters (one porter for every two trekkers) and his entire expenses (salary, food, accommodation equipment, and insurance)
- Charges of all necessary documentation and permits related to the trek
- Down jackets and sleeping bags (upon request), should be returned to the company after completion of the trek.
- Company’s duffel bag (upon request for the trek purpose only), and a company’s t-shirt as a souvenir.
- Trekking route map
- First Aid Kit (carried by a trekking guide)
- The arrangement of helicopter rescue service (trekker’s travel insurance must cover this expense)
- All applicable federal and local taxes.
Cost Excludes
- Nepal visa and International flight fare.
- Dinner and Lunch in Kathmandu and Nepalgunj besides welcome and farewell dinner.
- Expenses for your clothing and personal gear
- Your equipment is of a personal nature; and other expenses such as mineral water, soft beverages, laundry, hot drinking water on the trek, bar bills, showers, internet, battery chargers
- Your travel insurance which covers helicopter evacuation as well as medical expenses and trip cancellation
- Tipping to the guide, porter, and drivers
- Any other expenses not itemized in the "Cost Includes" are your personal expenses.