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The Upper Dolpo region is another remote hidden destination in far west where Nepal's most tranquil and natural beauty is still unexplored. The home of herbal land, unspoiled trans-Himalayan culture, Buddhist monuments, unique human civilization at high altitude is worth a visit. Trekking around the Dolpo region is an unforgettable journey in every visitor's life. Observing different rain shadow landscapes with stunning mountain views, wild flowers, Himalayan blue sheep, snow leopards, and huge birds Himalayan griffon. It's difficult to grow crops there, which makes life difficult for the local people, so most of them are involved in the salt trade from Tibet, this traditional culture continue in Doplo generation to generation.
Dolpo is protected by Shey-Phoksundo National Park. It lies to the north of the Dhaulagiri Range bordering the Tibetan Plateau. Here one can find a well-preserved eco-system of plants and wildlife, including the blue sheep and the elusive snow leopard. The view of Kanjiroba peak, Phoksumdo Lake, and the Dhauligiri massif is one of the most rewarding moments of this trek. A visit to the Phoksumdo Gompa – dedicated to the ancient Bonpo religion, local to Dolpo and Tibet, is a memorable experience. The enchanting beauty and unique culture of this place will demonstrate why Eric Valli, the author of the famous book Honey Hunter of Nepal, created the movie "Caravan", nominated for the prestigious Oscar award. Dolpo is still the homeland of the Spotted Leopard, Blue Sheep, wolves, and many other varieties of flora and fauna, so you'll also uncover a deeper understanding of Peter Matthieson's book Snow Leopard. A well-organized camping trek is required and trekking in a group is recommended. This trek is most suitable for those who are exceptionally fit and prepared to face the full challenge of the Himalayan wilderness.
Itinerary :
Day- 01: Arrivalin Kathmandu - hotel.
Day- 02: Kathmandu - trek preparation.
Day- 03: Drive/ fly to Nepalgunj- hotel.
Day- 04: Fly to Juphal(Dopla) Camp in Dunai 4 and half hour walk.
Day- 05: Dunai- Hankhe 4 and half hour walk.
Day- 06: Hankhe- Reiji 4 and half hour walk.
Day- 07: Reiji- Phoksundo Lake3600m. 5 hour walk.
Day- 08: Phoksundo- Rest/explore around.
Day- 09: Phoksundo Lake-Lake beach 5 hour walk.
Day- 10: Lake beach- Mandala Camp 4,570m. 5 hour walk.
Day- 11: MandalaCamp- Kang La (5,240m) pass- Shey Gompa (4280m.) 5 hour.
Day- 12: Shey Gompa- Saldang pass (5010m)- Namgung 4,380m. 5 hours walk.
Day- 13: Namgung-Yanger Gompa (3890m) 5 hour.
Day- 14: YangerGompa-Musi Gaon (4270m.) 6 hour.
Day- 15: Musi Gaon-Lnag La (5002m ) - Sime Gaon (3950m ) 6 hour.
Day- 16: Sime Gaon- Tinja (4150m ) 6 hour.
Day- 17: Tinja- Kheng (4550m ) 6 hour.
Day- 18: Kheng- Charka pass (5,036m ) -Charka (4365m) 7 hour.
Day- 19: Charka -Yak Kharka (4780m ) 5 hour.
Day- 20: Yak Kharka - Sangda pass (5490m ) - Sangda phedi (5110m ) 6 and half hour.
Day- 21: Sangda phedi - Sangda ( 3909m) 5 hour.
Day- 22: Sangda - Phale Gaon (2900m ) 5 and half hour.
Day- 23: Phale Gaon - Jomsom ( 2710m ) 3 and half hour.
Day- 24: Fly from Jomsom - Pokhara.
Day- 25: Pokhara to Kathmandu.
Cost Includes:
Airport transfers
Trekking permit and conservation area entrance fee
3-meals per day prepared by our experienced cook
Camping gear (two-person tents, foam mattress, kitchen tent, dining tent and toilet tent)
Supporting field staff including professional trekking guide, cook, kitchen boy, porters or pack animals as well as their necessary insurance, meals and allowances
Domestic airfare and airport tax (Kathmandu-Nepaljung-Jumla-Nepaljung-Kathmandu)
Cost Exclude:
Meals and accommodation in Kathmandu
Personal equipment sleeping bag, Down jacket, waterproof jacket, kit bag etc. (you can rent them in Kathmandu at a cost of US$ 1.00 per item for day)
Kathmandu airport departure tax
Travel / medical insurance and emergency evacuation cost
Personal expenses such as laundry, telephone calls, alcoholic beverages, bottled drinks (including cold drinks and mineral water), tips etc.
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