Upper Dolpa Trek  |  28 Days

Itinerary

• 1Arrival at Tribhuvan International Airport, Kathmandu (1,324 M), and Transfer to Your Hotel.Upon landing at Tribhuvan International Airport in Kathmandu, you will proceed through immigration for visa processing, and once you complete the visa formalities, proceed to the luggage collection area and exit the terminal. A representative from our Reasonable Treks and Tours staff agency will pick you up and transfer you to your hotel within the hub of Kathmandu city, around the most happening and exciting place around Thamel, and after checking into your rooms with refreshments, we will discuss the Upper Dolpa Trek later in the evening at your hotel. In the evening, you will be served a special welcome dinner that reflects Nepali food culture.
  Overnight at the hotel included
• 2Kathmandu Sightseeing Tour at Places of Interest and Upper Dolpa Trek Preparation.Kathmandu sightseeing includes UNESCO World Heritage-listed sites. Your Kathmandu sightseeing begins with a visit to Swayambhunath Stupa. Visit the stupa, where you witness the panoramic view of Kathmandu Valley. After that, visit Kathmandu Durbar Square, which is renowned for its aesthetic architecture and rich cultural heritage. Explore phenomenal landmarks such as Kumari Ghar, Hanuman Dhoka Museum, Kaal Bhairav Temple, etc. Kathmandu Durbar Square is a living museum to explore the history and culture of Kathmandu. Have lunch or light snacks and head to Boudhanath Stupa, which is termed the tallest stupa in Nepal. It is a holy pilgrimage site for Buddhists. After completing the exploration, end your tour with a visit to the holy Pashupatinath Temple. After Pashupatinath Temple, return to your hotel and prepare for the Upper Dolpa Trek.
  Overnight at a hotel, and breakfast is included
• 3Flight from Kathmandu (1,324 M) To Nepalgunj (150 M).As per the flight time for Nepalgunj for Upper Dolpo trekking, depart from the hotel, and a scenic and panoramic flight of 50 minutes takes you to Nepal's Far Southwestat Nepalgunj, a city of great Indian influence and with warm temperatures as it touches the Indian state of UP (Uttar Pradesh), an interesting city to explore in the afternoon before the flight to Jhupal in Dolpo next early morning.
  Overnight at a Hotel, Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner Included
• 4Flight from Nepalgunj (150 M) to Jhupal (2,503 M), The Trek to Dunai (2,850 M) Duration: 4 - 5 Hours.You will fly from Nepalgunj to Juphal after a revitalizing breakfast. You will get breathtaking views of Mt. Dhaulagiri (8,167 m) and Mt. Annapurna (8,091 m) during the flight. You will meet up with the rest of your crew today to start the most exciting Upper Dolpo Trek journey of your life. You arrive at the Bheri River after hiking through the terraced farms. The route will lead you to Dunai, the Dolpo region's administrative center, from here.
  Overnight at a guesthouse or Teahouse, Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner Included
• 5Trek from Dunai (2,850 M) to Ankhe (2,896 M) Duration: 6 - 7 Hours.You will be hiking through the Thulo Bheri Valley and then through the Phoksundo River Valley, starting with a steep climb out of Dunai. The trail consists of a lot of ups and downs, one of them being to a ridge with a great view of Kagmara Peak, which you can see further up the valley. There are also small settlements to cross: Dhera, known for its walnut groves, and Rahagaun, known for its gompa dedicated to the guardian of the village—Mastha. As you continue, there is a canyon to descend into where the forest is dense and chilly. Then cross a river to finally reach Ankhe village.
  Overnight at a Tent Camp, Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner Included
• 6Trek from Ankhe (2,896 M) to Sulighat (3,455 M) Duration: 6 - 7 Hours.After breakfast you descend through juniper and pine forests and cross a wooden bridge, ascending again through a valley which offers you fantastic views of the mountains Once you have reached the highest point, you will also get a great view of the valley below. There is a checkpoint at Silughar where they will inspect your permits. Now you have officially entered Shey Phoksundo National Park! This is also the first night camping.
  Overnight at a Tent Camp, Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner Included
• 7Trek from Sulighat (3,455 M) To Phoksundo Lake (3,611 M) Duration: 5 - 6 Hours.You will hike today to the junction of the Phoksundo and Pungmo rivers. You will hike along the western bank of Pungmo Khola after crossing a bridge from here. The Upper Dolpo Trekking Route will continue on and enter a cedar woodland before arriving at Palam settlement. Then you will climb to a ridge and descend through birch trees that are thick and green. After passing Phoksundo Kola, the settlement of Ringmo is in sight. You may reach Phoksundo Lake from here by taking a short stroll.
  Overnight at a Tent Camp, Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner Included
• 8Acclimatization Rest Day at Phoksundo Lake (3,611M).According to your Upper Dolpo Trek Itinerary, this will be a day of relaxation so that you can adjust to the high altitude. You will spend the day seeing Ringmo village on a brief outing. You will see an old Tibetan Buddhist monastery here. You will be able to observe local residents' daily activities as well as their extensive culture and traditions. You will spend some time later taking in the grandeur of the stunning Phoksundo Lake and its surroundings.
  Overnight at a Tent Camp, Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner Included
• 9Trek from Phoksundo Lake (3,611M) to Phokshumdo-Khola (3,510 M) Duration: 5 - 6 Hours. From this lovely place, the morning walk starts to higher area of upper Dolpo region to our other highlight and final destination of this awesome journey the hike follows the contour around the rocky ledge over the riverbank on the unsteady path, then approaches the western side of the lake through a summer pasture, which opens into a wide plain of Phuksumdo Khola for the overnight camp by the river shore.
  Overnight at a Tent Camp, Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner Included
• 10Trek from Phokshumdo-Khola (3,510 M) to Phuksumdo Bhanjyang (4,410 M) Duration: 5 - 6 Hours. After a nice trek the previous day, today’s morning hike begins on a good path leading to the northern area of Phuksumdo Khola and then walking up on the hill slopes, after a steep uphill, to reach a ridge top with impressive scenery of a wide green valley and looking over Kang-La pass that leads to Shey Gompa, setting up camp for the night stop on this nice green summer pasture.
  Overnight at a Tent Camp, Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner Included
• 11Trek from Phuksumdo Bhanjyang (4,410 M) to Shey Gompa (4,500 M) Via Kang-La (5,360 M) Duration: 7 - 8 Hours. The morning hike starts to our main destination at Shey Gompa, which is the highlight of this adventure. After Phuksumdo Lake, the trek continues with a climb on a stone and rocky path to cross Kang-la pass at 5,360 meters, the highest point of this adventure. The top offers super views of landscapes with snow-clad peaks, including Mt. Dhaulagiri. After reaching the top ridge, descend to the bottom of the hill leading by the river, then across cattle herder camps. After a short stop, continue towards the Buddhist prayer monuments, Chortens and Mani. From here, take a nice trek to Shey Gompa, located beneath Crystal Mountain, regarded as a holy mountain with an old monastery nearby.
  Overnight at a Tent Camp, Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner Included
• 12Acclimatization Rest Day at Shey Gompa (4,500 M).After breakfast take the time to explore the surroundings, including Crystal Mountain, which is sometimes called the Kailash of Dolpo With Shey Gompa being the most revered monastery in Dolpo, the nearby Crystal Mountain also holds spiritual significance to Buddhists. The mountain gets its name from the veins of quartz crystal on the base of the mountain, which sparkle in the sunlight. During the full moon in July/August, many pilgrims come to circumnavigate the mountain. This is a very interesting time to visit.
  Overnight at a Tent Camp, Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner Included
• 13Trek from Shey Gompa (4,500 M) to Namduna Gaun (4,800 M) Duration: 7 - 8 Hours. After passing past juniper trees, the Upper Dolpo Trekking Trail will continue to drop until it reaches a rocky canyon. From here, you may hike up to the summit of Saldang La Pass by following a zigzag path across rocky terrain. The route then turns south and leads to Namduna Gaun. You will enjoy a picturesque view of sheep and yaks grazing in the meadows along the way. You will see the historic Namgung monastery at Namduna Gaun, which was constructed of red stone.
  Overnight at a Tent Camp, Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner Included
• 14Trek from Namduna Gaun (4,800 M) to Saldang (3,620) Via Saldang La Pass (5,200 M) Duration: 5 - 6 Hours.Your Upper Dolpo Trekking Route will leave Namduna Gaun today. From there, you will start to climb a slope and hike to Saldang via a dusty trail. After 3 to 4 hours of difficult climbing, you will reach 4,800 m. Then you make your way down the precipitous hill to the charming settlement of Saldang, which is perched high above the Nam Khong Nala on a plateau. The largest village in the lower Dolpo region, Saldang is affluent both via agriculture and as a result of its advantageous location along a trade route to Tibet.
  Overnight at a Tent Camp, Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner Included
• 15Trek from Saldang (3,620) to Yangze Gompa (4,960 M) Duration: 6 - 7 Hours. It’s a short hike today along a windswept path at the side of the Nagon Khola (river). You will hike through the villages of Marang and Ki and cross the Panzang River to reach Yangze Gompa. It is thought Yangze Gompa is over 1,000 years old—it certainly looks impressive because of its size and many chortens (stupas). Take time to explore the gompa and join the monks at evening prayers.
  Overnight at a Tent Camp, Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner Included
• 16Trek from Yangze Gompa (4,960 M) to Sibu (4,560 M) Duration: 7 - 8 Hours. There are two pathways that take you to Sibu. You will return to Saldang village by using the simple route. To reach Namdo hamlet from Saldang, you must travel alongside a river and through stupas, chortens, terraced fields, and mani stones. You will continue your Upper Dolpo hiking itinerary for a further two hours to get to Sibu after seeing Namdo Monastery.
  Overnight at a Tent Camp, Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner Included
• 17Trek from Sibu (4,560 M) to Jeng La Phedi (4,900 M) Duration: 6 - 7 Hours.Jeng La Phedi means ‘Jeng La Pass base,’ so as you can imagine, you will be reaching the base of this pass today in order to climb over it tomorrow Following the Nagon Khola (river), you may see yak caravans on the trail as they head to their grazing grounds. Overall, today the trail is rocky hills at high altitude with strong and cold winds.
  Overnight at a Tent Camp, Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner Included
• 18Trek from Jenga La Phedi (4,900 M) to Tokyu Gaon (4,209 M) Duration: 6 - 7 Hours.You will get up early this morning to start your adventure to Tokyu Gaon. The first stage of the Upper Dolpo Trekking Path is to ascend to Jeng La Pass, where you will be greeted with a breathtaking panorama of Mount Dhaulagiri's north face (8,167 m). After there, the track descends to a rocky pathway that leads to Tarap Valley. You must journey from here to Tokyu Gaon, where you will spend the night.
  Overnight at a Tent Camp, Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner Included
• 19Trek from Tokyu Gaon (4,209 M) to Dho Tarap (4,040 M) Duration: 6 - 7 Hours.After Tokyu Gaon, the morning starts with a downhill trek towards Tarap Chu on a broader green valley. This is one of the scenic wide valleys with lots of shepherd’s settlements of yaks and sheep, and the hike continues to our overnight camp at Dho Tarap. This is another interesting village with mixed tribes of Tibetan origin and Magar hill tribe people.
  Overnight at a Tent Camp, Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner Included
• 20Acclimatization Rest Day at Dho Tarap (4,040 M).As per your Upper Dolpo Trekking Itinerary, this is the third rest day for acclimatization at the village of Dho Tarap. This rest day will aid in your acclimatization and provide us with a chance to tour the community and its surroundings. You will get to talk to locals and learn about their way of life, culture, and traditions. Religions practiced here are Chaiba and Bon Po. You may sample their offerings and admire their lovely attire.
  Overnight at a Tent Camp, Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner Included
• 21Trek from Dho Tarap (4,040 M) to Tarap Khola (3,800 M) Duration: 6 - 7 Hours.Today leave Dho Tarap and hike down to a wide valley after passing through juniper bushes and wild roses. You will pass the confluence of the Tarap Chu and Lang Khola rivers and some switchback trails as you head down to the Tarap Khola (river). As the altitude lowers, the vegetation begins to change from pastureland to alpine vegetation. You will again camp near a river—the ambiance being peaceful and stunning.
  Overnight at a Tent Camp, Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner Included
• 22Trek from Tarap Khola (3,800 M) to Khanigaon (3,150 M) Duration: 6 - 7 Hours.You will hike into the Tarap River's gorge after breakfast. You will see locals moving their livestock to lower grass along the road. Additionally, the Upper Dolpo Trekking Route will pass through a ravine that is really tiny and where you may simply jump from one spot to another. It will be a challenging trial. The trail will also get more exciting when you cross tiny creeks on foot since bridges may be destroyed or swept away.
  Overnight at a Tent Camp, Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner Included
• 23Trek from Khanigaon (3,150 M) to Tarakot (2,537 M) Duration: 6 - 7 Hours.Today there is a suspension bridge to cross before following the river along an ascending and descending trail. This is a demanding day, as there may be stepping stones to negotiate to cross the river at some points. Beware, they can be slippery. As you approach Tarakot—an old fortress town—more cultivated crops are seen. Before the Gorkha dynasty came into being, Tarakot was the capital of this area. You can also find Sandul Gompa a little east of Tarakot near the Barbung and Tarap Chu rivers. The Gompa once collected tolls for trading caravans coming this way.
  Overnight at a guesthouse or Teahouse, Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner Included.
• 24Trek from Tarakot (2,537 M) to Dunai (2,850 M) Duration: 6 - 7 Hours.You will walk back to Dunai along the same route. You will hike behind the Bheri River after crossing a bridge close to Lawan Village. The Upper Dolpo Trekking Trail then climbs to Byas Gadi before heading west over a simple route. After crossing a river close to Lochakhola Gaon, you will climb and arrive in Dunai for the night.
  Overnight at a guesthouse or Teahouse, Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner Included
• 25Trek from Dunai (2,850 M) to Jhupal (2,503 M) Duration: 6 - 7 Hours.Your final day of hiking, but the last hour is a touch uphill! Just to remind you that you cannot beat the Himalayas! Once you arrive in Jhupal, you can celebrate with more soft drinks and beer, perhaps! Jhupal is a former Village Development Committee (VDC) in Dolpo district and is now part of the Thuli Bheri Municipality. With its scenic background of mountains, Jhupal is the main gateway to Upper Dolpo and a starting point for many treks. There are some small shops and teahouses and perhaps even WiFi!
  Overnight at a guesthouse or Teahouse, Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner Included
• 26Flight from Juphal (2,503 M) to Nepalgunj (150 M), and Then Another Flight from Nepalgunj (150 M) to Kathmandu (1,324 M).You will depart Juphal in the early morning for a brief picturesque flight to Nepalgunj after breakfast. Flying above the foothills of the Himalayas, the aircraft offers breathtaking views of peaks to the north, including Annapurna and Dhaulagiri. Your Upper Dolpo trekking itinerary will come to an end when you reach Nepalgunj and board the next aircraft back to Kathmandu. Once in Kathmandu, you will check into your hotel and unwind for the day.
  Overnight at a hotel, and breakfast is included
• 27Rest Day in Kathmandu City.This day is scheduled as a reserve/rest day in Kathmandu in case of bad weather or internal flight delay/cancellation and having extra days gives flexibility for any changes. If everything goes as planned and you have free time, explore some of Kathmandu Valley's iconic sights on your own, such as the UNESCO World Heritage sites.
  Overnight at a hotel, and breakfast is included
• 28Final International Departure from Tribhuvan International Airport.Today, your Upper Dolpa Trek comes to an end in the amazing country of Himalayan wonders with Reasonable Treks and Tours, and as per your flight time, leaving for the airport before three hours, our crew will drop you at the airport, and we hope you had a wonderful Upper Dolpa Hike in Nepal with us and cannot wait for the next trip.
  Departure