Upper Dolpa Trek

Trip Brief

  • Duration 27 Days
  • Difficulty Level Technical
  • Max- Altitude 5700 Meters
  • Starting Point - Ending Point Juphal - Juphal
  • Guide Language English

Upper Dolpa Trek (also known as Upper Dolpo Trek) is walking over Dolpa 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. Our trekking adventure begins with tours of UNESCO World Heritage Sites in Kathmandu. We then fly to Nepalgunj and then to Juphal from where we begin our trek in the Dolpo region which was made famous by Peter Matthiessen’s book – The Snow Leopard. Nepal’s first English subtitled movie on Dolpo, The Caravan, was also a huge success and was also nominated for the Oscar Award in the best foreign language film category. On our 28-day trek we pass through interesting villages, trekking routes and meet fascinating people. We also cross a few high Himalayan passes and enjoy the vast and tranquil beauty of Phoksundo Lake. From Shey Gompa, we follow the ancient Trans Himalayan Trade route and return back to Jhuphal as our trek ends. The trek indeed takes us into the wild west of Nepal.


Itinerary

Day 01: Arrival in Kathmandu (1300 m / 4264 ft), W Adventures representative will welcome you and take you to your hotel,

Meal: Dinner at Typical Nepali Restaurant
Accommodation: Overnight at hotel

Day 02: Trip preparation day in Kathmandu,

Meal: Breakfast
Accommodation: Overnight at hotel

Day 03: Fly Kathmandu to Nepalgunj (150 m / 492 ft), 1 hrs,

Meal: Breakfast
Accommodation: Overnight at hotel

Day 04: Fly from Nepalgunj to Jhuphal (Dolpo) and trek to Dunai (2,850 m / 9,348 ft), 45 mins flight & 2-3 hrs trek,

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner including Bakery items & Tea/ Coffee
Accommodation: Overnight at Camp (Tent accommodation)

Day 05: Trek from Dunai to Ankhe (2,896 m / 9,499 ft), 5-6 hrs,

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner including Bakery items & Tea/ Coffee
Accommodation: Overnight at Camp (Tent accommodation)

Day 06: Trek from Ankhe to Sulighat, 5-6 hrs,

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner including Bakery items & Tea/ Coffee
Accommodation: Overnight at Camp (Tent accommodation)

Day 07: Trek from Sulighat to Phoksundo Lake (3,611 m / 11,849 ft), 4-5 hrs,

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner including Bakery items & Tea/ Coffee
Accommodation: Overnight at Camp (Tent accommodation)

Day 08: Acclimatization and rest at Phoksundo Lake

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner including Bakery items & Tea/ Coffee
Accommodation: Overnight at Camp (Tent accommodation)

Day 09: Trek to Phoksundo Khola, 4-5 hrs,

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner including Bakery items & Tea/ Coffee
Accommodation: Overnight at Camp (Tent accommodation)

Day 10: Trek from Phoksunds Khola to Phoksundo Bhanjyang, 6-7 hrs,

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner including Bakery items & Tea/ Coffee
Accommodation: Overnight at Camp (Tent accommodation)

Day 11: Trek from Phoksundo Bhanjyang to Shey Gompa (4,500 m / 14,760ft) via Kang-La Pass (5,360 m / 17,581 ft), 5-6 hrs,

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner including Bakery items & Tea/ Coffee
Accommodation: Overnight at Camp (Tent accommodation)

Day 12: Acclimatization and rest at Shey Gompa

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner including Bakery items & Tea/ Coffee
Accommodation: Overnight at Camp (Tent accommodation)

Day 13: Trek from Shey Gompa to Namduna Gaun (4,800 m / 15,744 ft) via Saldang La (5,200 m / 17,056 ft), 6-7 hrs,

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner including Bakery items & Tea/ Coffee
Accommodation: Overnight at Camp (Tent accommodation)

Day 14: Trek from Namduna Gaun to Saldang (3,620 m / 11,874 ft), 4-5 hrs,

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner including Bakery items & Tea/ Coffee
Accommodation: Overnight at Camp (Tent accommodation)

Day 15: Trek from Saldang to Yangze Gompa (4,960 m / 16,267 ft), 4-5 hrs,

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner including Bakery items & Tea/ Coffee
Accommodation: Overnight at Camp (Tent accommodation)

Day 16: Trek from Yangze Gompa to Sibu (4,560 m / 14,957 ft), 6-7 hrs,

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner including Bakery items & Tea/ Coffee
Accommodation: Overnight at Camp (Tent accommodation)

Day 17: Trek from Sibu to Jeng-la Phedi (4,900 m / 16,072 ft), 5-6 hrs,

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner including Bakery items & Tea/ Coffee
Accommodation: Overnight at Camp (Tent accommodation)

Day 18: Trek from Jeng-La Phedi to Tokyu Gaon (4209 m / 13809 ft) via Jeng La Pass (5,090 m / 16,695 ft), 5-6 hrs,

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner including Bakery items & Tea/ Coffee
Accommodation: Overnight at Camp (Tent accommodation)

Day 19: Trek from Tokyu to Dho Tarap (4,040 m / 13,251 ft), 4-5 hrs,

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner including Bakery items & Tea/ Coffee
Accommodation: Overnight at Camp (Tent accommodation)

Day 20: Rest day at Dho Tarap,

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner including Bakery items & Tea/ Coffee
Accommodation: Overnight at Camp (Tent accommodation)

Day 21: Trek from Dho Tarap to Tarap Khola (Kamakharka) (3,800 m / 12,464 ft), 6-7 hrs,

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner including Bakery items & Tea/ Coffee
Accommodation: Overnight at Camp (Tent accommodation)

Day 22: Trek from Tarap Khola to Khanigaon (3,150 m / 10,332 ft), 4-5 hrs,

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner including Bakery items & Tea/ Coffee
Accommodation: Overnight at Camp (Tent accommodation)

Day 23: Trek from Khanigaon to Tarakot (2,537 m / 8,321 ft), 4-5 hrs,

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner including Bakery items & Tea/ Coffee
Accommodation: Overnight at Camp (Tent accommodation)

Day 24: Trek from Tarakot to Dunai (2,140 m / 7,019 ft), 5-6 hrs,

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner including Bakery items & Tea/ Coffee
Accommodation: Overnight at Camp (Tent accommodation)

Day 25: Trek from Dunai to Jhuphal, 2-3 hrs,

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner including Bakery items & Tea/ Coffee
Accommodation: Overnight at Camp (Tent accommodation)

Day 26: Fly from Jhuphal to Nepalgunj and connecting flight to Kathmandu,

Meals: Breakfast
Accommodation:

Day 27: Fly back home.

Meal: Breakfast

Cost Includes

  • Airport-Hotel-Airport transfers in private vehicle e.g. car, jeep, van etc.
  • Three Star Hotel accommodation in Kathmandu & Nepalgunj (Bed & Breakfast Basis)
  • Flights Kathmandu-Nepalgunj-Juphal-Nepalgunj-Kathmandu
  • All Land transportation
  • Nepal Government Certified (license holder) English Speaking mountain trekking guide(s)
  • Professional and strong mountain trekking assistance guide, sarder, porters, tent boy, kitchen helpers, cook etc.
  • Conservation and National Park Entry Permits
  • Special Restricted area trekking permit
  • Three meals (Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner) during the trek
  • Tea-coffee, Juice, Milk, Soups, Bakery foods, Snacks, Vegetables, Meats, Eggs etc.
  • Camping (tent) accommodation during the trek
  • Camping equipment: tents (sleeping, kitchen, dining, toilet), mattress, kitchenware, basket, table and chairs, rope etc.
  • First aid and medical kits
  • Wages, meals, accommodation, transportations, equipment, insurance and other facilities to the trekking staffs during the trek
  • Welcome & Farewell dinner at typical Nepali restaurant
  • All kind of rescue arrangements
  • All kind of local and government TAX etc.

Cost Excludes

  • Kathmandu & Nepalgunj Meals (Lunch & Dinner)
  • Insurance that covers Trekking/Travel/Accident/Medical/Emergency evacuations
  • International airfare
  • Tips for the trekking staffs and driver
  • Alcoholic items
  • Personal expenses: shopping, laundry, trekking equipment, SIM Card etc.
  • Nepal Visa fee
  • Cost raised by unpredictable conditions: cancellation, natural calamities, political situation, illness etc.
  • Others expenses which are not mentioned above in INCLUDE section

Leave a Reply

We're glad you have chosen to leave a comment. Please keep in mind that comments are moderated according to our comment policy. Your email address is required but will not be published.

Related Items


Everest Base Camp Trek
Everest-Base-Camp-Trek

Everest Base Camp Trek or also known as EBC Trek is widely renowned for the...

Annapurna Base Camp Trek

Annapurna Base Camp Trek or also known as ABC Trek is widely known Annapurna Region...

Manaslu Circuit Trek

Manaslu Circuit Trek is beautiful trek of Mansalu Conservation Area (also known as Manaslu Region)....

Gokyo Lakes Trek

Among the several trekking routes in Everest Region, Gokyo Lakes Trek has its own specialty...