Dolpo Heritage Circuit (Lower Dolpa-Upper Dolpa Circuit)

Duration

26D, 25N

Start / End

KATHMANDU TO KATHMANDU

Meals

Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner

Grade

Challenging

Stay

Tea House Lodges, Camping

Best Season

MAR-MAY, SEP-NOV

Max Altitude

5360 m

Group Size

1-15 Pax

Transport

Flight + Land

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Overview

The Upper and Lower Dolpo combined trek is called the Dolpo Circuit Trek. This camping trek takes you into one of Nepal's most remote and least-visited trekking destinations, the Dolpo Region in the western Himalayas. Trekking in Dolpo is recommended by many books such as “Snow Leopard by Peter Matthiessen” and documentaries. Dolpo is a high valley northwest of Nepal, one of the most untouched trekking destinations. Dolpo is literally “The Hidden Valley”, and is isolated from the rest of the world by some of the highest peaks on the planet, and by passes over 5,000 m above sea level. Dolpo is different from other trekking regions of Nepal which is inspired by mystery and spirituality. Upper and Lower Dolpo Circuit Trek Route: The Upper and Lower Dolpo Circuit trekking route is designed clockwise because it is easier and also a religious belief to circumambulate in the right direction. The treks start from Juphal after taking a short flight from Nepalgunj. There is an old trekking trail from Juphal to Sulighat but there is a drivable road also available. From Sulighat you will cross the Bheri River suspension bridge and follow the trail to Phoksundo Lake. It will take 4 days to reach Phoksundo from Juphal. To have better acclimatization you will have one day to rest at Ringmo to explore around the Lake. From Phokdundo you will trek to Sacred Shey Gompa. Between Shey Gompa and Phoksundo, there is no village at all. So, few overnight places remain remote and peaceful. In Shey, you will have one more day exploring the Shey Gompa and Tsakang Gompa that lie in the foothills of Crystal Mountain. After completing the Shey Gompa pilgrimage you will continue your trek to Saldang by passing Namgung. In Shey you will have a side trek to Yangzer Gompa and trek to Dho Tarap via Koma, Shimen, Tingyur/Tinje, and Yak kharka. From Yak Kharka you will cross the Chhoila la (5040m) Pass. From Dho Tarap the elevation decreases and you will trek down toward Dunai via Nawalpani and Lasicap of Tichurong valley. From Dunai, drive to Juphal and fly back to Kathmandu with a connecting flight at Nepalgunj.

Highlights

The Dolpo region in Nepal features a rugged landscape of snow-capped peaks, high passes, deep gorges, and arid valleys, offering a mix of dry and desert-like terrain, lush valleys, and dense forests.

Dolpo being heavily influenced by Tibetan culture is seen through ancient monasteries, remote villages, and Buddhist stupas, including the sacred Shey Gompa and Ringmo Village near Phoksundo Lake.

Phoksundo Lake, a turquoise alpine lake surrounded by peaks, is a stunning, sacred site of the trek offering dramatic and peaceful scenery.

The trek crosses high-altitude passes like Shey La Pass (5100m) and Nangda La Pass (5240m), providing panoramic views of snow-capped mountains such as Kanjiroba Himal, Dhaulagiri, and Himalchuli.

The trail passes through diverse ecosystems, from subtropical forests to alpine meadows, home to wildlife like snow leopards, blue sheep, Himalayan tahr, and various birds.

Itinerary (26D, 25N)

Cost Included

  • Trekking Guide: Speaking English, Nepali, Tibetan language
  • Camping Trek Crew Members (Cook, Kitchen Staff, Mule driver, etc)
  • Two way flight fare (Ktm-Kep-Dolpo-Kep-Ktm)
  • Porters or Mules to carry load
  • Trekking equipment: Chairs & tables , mattresses, member tents, kitchen/dining tent, toilet tent, bedding bags, first aid kit
  • Food: Three times meal (Breakfast, lunch and dinner), with different items
  • Drink: Tea, Coffee, Juice etc. with light snacks, biscuits, cookies etc. along with fruits and chocolates
  • Accommodations for two nights at 3 Star hotel in Kathmandu
  • One night 3 Star hotel in Nepalgunj
  • All Trekking Permits

Cost Excluded

  • Nepalese visa fee
  • Excess baggage charge for domestic flight
  • Extra night accommodation in Kathmandu because of early arrival, late departure, early return from mountain (due to any reason) than the scheduled itinerary
  • Meals in Kathmandu
  • International Flight fare
  • Travel and rescue insurance
  • Personal expenses (phone calls, laundary, bar bills, battery recharge, extra porters, bottle or boiled water, shower ect.)
  • Gratitude for Crew members

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