Dolpo region is situated between the Tibetan plateau and the Dhaulagiri ranges. The entire district was closed to trekkers until 1989 when the southern part of Dolpo was opened to organized trekking groups.

Trip Includes

  • International arrival and departure transfer in private vehicle
  • 1-night hotel accommodation in a tea house in Nepalgunj on BB twin sharing basis
  • 22 days camp trek on twin sharing basis
  • Meals on full board basis (Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner)
  • Kathmandu - Nepalgunj - Kathmandu airfares and domestic airport transfer in private vehicle
  • Nepalgunj - Dolpa - Nepalgunj airfares
  • Trek permit fees and restricted area permit fee
  • English speaking guide and porter on the trek
  • Salary and insurance for staffs
  • Kitbags (Duffle Bag)
  • All government taxes

Trip Excludes

  • International flights and Nepal entry visa fee
  • Accommodation, Lunch, and Dinner in Kathmandu
  • Lunch and Dinner in Nepalgunj
  • Soft drinks and alcoholic beverages like Coke, Beer, Mineral water
  • Entrance fees for monasteries and museum
  • Your personal trekking gears and equipment
  • Personal expenses like phone calls, WIFI, charging, shower, laundry, gratitude
  • Your insurance and emergency rescue evacuation if any
  • Any items not mentioned in "Service included a section"

Note

Traveling to Everest, especially for the Everest Base Camp trek or any mountaineering activity, is an extraordinary adventure that requires thorough preparation and awareness of potential risks.

Itinerary

  • Day 1
    Arrival in Kathmandu
    Flying into Kathmandu, you'll have views over the valley, the Himalaya, and the terraced fields below. After completing customs, a representative will be waiting to greet you outside the airport and to guide you through the initial culture shock of Kathmandu’s narrow, winding streets to your hotel.
  • Day 2
    Permit Preparation and trek Briefing
    Today is a free day for you. You can either stay at the hotel and relax or you can explore Kathmandu city on your own. On your request, we can also arrange the full guided sightseeing tour for you.
    As for the restricted permit, we will need your original passport to issue the restricted trek permit. You can hand over your original passport to our office representative at the time of your arrival.
    In the evening, you will have a short trek briefing. We will introduce you with your trek guide and hand over your passport at the same time.
  • Day 3
    Fly Kathmandu to Nepalgunj (492m)
    Take an hour-long flight from Kathmandu to Nepalgunj, located in Western Nepal. Nepalgunj is a town near the Nepal-India border, also the gateway to Simikot, Humla. The town itself is an interesting Terai town showcasing the diverse culture of Nepal. In Nepalgunj, you can visit the local market, mini-zoo and nearby villages on your own.
  • Day 4
    Fly Nepalgunj to Juphal (2500m). Trek to Dunai (2140m)
    After breakfast, fly to Jhupal. The town is beautifully located over the Himalayan foothills, with views of Annapurna and Dhaulagiri peaks to its north. Walk through terraced fields to the Bheri River and its narrow gorge. Continue walking to Dunai, administrative headquarter of the Dolpo region. Explore the small town in the evening and camp there for the night.
  • Day 5
    Trek to Ankhe (2660m)
    Leave Dunai and cross a suspension bridge then turn west following a trail past a hospital. The trail ascends up the side of the treeless Thulo Bheri valley before entering Phoksundo river valley. During the walk, get view of Kagmara Peak up the valley. Pass through walnut groves, Dhera and Rahagaun villages, walk down dense jungles and finally reach Ankhe.
  • Day 6
    Trek to Sulighat (3500m)
    Our trail ascends and descends along a wooded riverbank and climbs on a steep trail. The ups and downs can be monotonous, but several streams along the way provide a chance to cool off. The trail leaves the forests and passes through grassy slope high above the river. Trek downhill surrounded by lush forests before reaching a cliff followed by a wobbly stone staircase to the river bank. Continue trekking until we reach Sulighat where we spend the night.
  • Day 7
    Trek to Phoksundo Lake (3600m)
    Continue journey along valley floor to the confluence of Phoksundo and Pungmo rivers. After crossing a bridge, walk on the western bank of Pungmo Khola. Trail passes through cedar forest before reaching Palam village. Trek up to ridge with distant views of Phoksundo Lake and a spectacular waterfall, one of the highest in Nepal. Next, trail descends through birch forests to upper reaches of Phoksundo Khola, then to picturesque Ringmo village with mud-plastered chortens and mani walls. Short walk to shores of Phoksundo Lake.
  • Day 8
    Restday at Phoksundo Lake (3600m)
    A well-deserved rest day for acclimatization at Phoksundo Lake. Embark on short hike to Ringmo village and its Tibetan Buddhist Monastery. Get acquainted with local culture. Dolpo people wear homespun clothing sometimes dyed maroon, favor Tibetan-style somba or dhocha boots with upturned toes. Both men and women wear religious amulets and strings of coral, amber, and turquoise.
  • Day 9
    Trek to Phoksundo Khola (3500m)
    Trail moves around western end of Phoksundo Lake along rocky ledge suspended on a gangway of wood. Path leads through lush meadow that opens into the flood plain of Phoksundo Khola. Walk through valley, crossing river, avoiding boggy marsh, then camp at river bank.
  • Day 10
    Trek to Phoksundo Bhanjyang (4402m)
    Walk along level path through glacial valley heading north. Cross an old wooden bridge at confluence of Phoksundo Khola and another mountain stream. Walk northeast. Long climb brings us to sheep meadow with trail up steep ravine. Hard climb to top brings us to another valley with views of Kang-La pass. Camp near pass at 'Snowfields Camp'. Admire views of Chhamlang peak (6739m) and peak 7 (6105m).
  • Day 11
    Trek to Shey Gumpa (4126m) via Kang La pass (5151m)
    Ascend steep slate trail towards pass. Climb is strenuous. From Kang-la pass, get excellent views of large valley dissected by river. Descend to valley floor on steep trail. Walk along riverbanks crossing several times. Mud caves line hills. Pass through meadows with grazing yaks, sheep, and mountain goats. Cross log bridge to Shey Gompa for the night.
  • Day 12
    Restday at Shey Gumpa (4126m)
    Shey Gompa built in 1655, noted for giant copper gilded gold statue of Shakyamuni Buddha. East of gompa is Crystal Mountain with contorted cliffs laced with quartz and marine fossils. Rest day for acclimatization. Hike around Shey village famous for ancient pre-Buddhist Bon Po culture. In Dolpo, animism and Buddhist teachings combine. Overnight in Shey Gompa.
  • Day 13
    Trek to Namduna Gaun (4400m) via Saldang La (4785m)
    Trail follows among juniper trees descending into grey stone canyon. Path zigzags over rocks and eroded soil to top of Saldang-la pass. Descend north amidst grazing yaks, sheep, and nomadic tents. Visit Namgung monastery built against cliff wall.
  • Day 14
    Trek to Saldang (3903m)
    Climb up slope and long walk along dusty barren mountains. Saldang village stretches for nearly two kilometers with about eighty houses and six hundred people. Prosperous agriculturally and strategically located on trade route to Tibet.
  • Day 15
    Trek to Yangze Gompa (3855m)
    Walk north along Nagon Khola pasture with few ups and downs. Pass through Marang and Ki villages. Cross tributaries of Panzang River and reach Yangze gompa with old Bon-Po Monastery.
  • Day 16
    Trek to Sibu (3942m)
    Two trails connect Yangze to Sibu; retrace path back to Saldang for easier route. Walk along river passing terraced fields, stupas, chortens, mani stones, Chaiba monastery. Pass prosperous Namdo village with sixty houses. Camp near Sibu settlement.
  • Day 17
    Trek to Jeng-La Phedi (4369m)
    Walk along Nam Khong Khola passing yak caravans. Ascend steep to grazing area below Jeng La pass. Camp in meadow.
  • Day 18
    Trek to Tokyu Gaon (4209m) via Jeng pass (4369m)
    Reach top of Jeng La pass with views of north face of Dhaulagiri massif. Descend rough trail to Tarap Valley along Tarap Chu river. Camp near monastery at Tokyu.
  • Day 19
    Trek to Dho Tarap (4090m)
    Trek downhill on grassy valley floor with patches of lush grass, marsh similar to Tibetan desert mountains. Both Bon Po and Buddhist sects practiced. Reach Dho Tarap village.
  • Day 20
    Restday in Dho Tarap (4090m)
    Rest and stroll in Dho Tarap village surrounded by stone wall. Visit Buddhist Gompa or Bon Po Gompa.
  • Day 21
    Trek to Tarap Khola (3800m)
    Descend to narrow gorge through juniper and wild rose bushes. See herds of blue sheep. Reach confluence of Tarap Chu and Lang Khola. Camp on meadow called Kamakharka.
  • Day 22
    Trek to Khani Gaon (2550m)
    Walk down Tarap River gorge, meet locals herding livestock to lower pastures. Narrow valley with stone slabs as bridges across river. Camp beside Tarap Khola at Khanigaon.
  • Day 23
    Trek to Tarakot (2281m)
    Trail passes through lush forest, descends to gorge, follows river again to Tarakot. Visit Sandul Gompa on hill near Bheri River. Camp near Tarap Chu river below Tarakot.
  • Day 24
    Trek to Dunai (2140m)
    Trail along Bheri River, crosses bridges near Lawan village and Lochakhola Gaon, ascends to Dunai for overnight.
  • Day 25
    Trek to Juphal
    Trek along Bheri River through Dhupichaur, Rupgad villages and temple. Continue via Kalagaonda and Motipur villages to airstrip.
  • Day 26
    Fly Juphal to Nepalgunj and Kathmandu
    Earliest flight from Jhupal to Nepalgunj, then connecting flight to Kathmandu. Transfer to hotel upon arrival.
  • Day 27
    Depart Kathmandu
    Farewell breakfast, final stroll and souvenir shopping. Driver transfers to airport for departure.