15 days tour

Lower Dolpo Trekking - 15 Days

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Lower Dolpo Trekking - 15 Days

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All airport/hotel pick up and drop in private car/van 2 Nights accommodation in Kathmandu including breakfast 11 Nights stay in Lodge/Guest House during trek. An experienced English speaking Trekking Guide and a Porter during trek.( 2 Trekkers:1 Porter) Salary, food, insurance and lodging cost for guide and porter Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner and Tea/Coffee during trek. Welcome and Farewell Meals and Breakfasts while in Kathmandu. National Park Permit and TIMS Air fare from Kathmandu to Nepalgung - Jhupal and return flight and domestic flight departure taxes. Down Jacket and Sleeping Bag that needs to be returned to office after trek completion. ACH Kitbag and T- shirt for you One Night in Nepalgunj, includes Breakfast. Airfare from Napalgunj to Jhupal and return Special Permit for Dolpo

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Nepal entry visa fees. International airfare and departure tax. Bar bills, laundry and other expenses of personal nature. Travel insurance including evacuation. 1 Lunch in Kathmandu Tips for local staffs, guides and porters.

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Itinerary of your trip Lower Dolpo Trekking - 15 Days

  • Day 1 Arrival Kathmandu (1300M/4265Ft)
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Arrival Kathmandu (1300M/4265Ft)

      Arrive at Kathmandu International Airport where you will be warmly welcomed by our representative and check in to the hotel. The rest of the day is free to explore this historic and vibrant city. Overnight at hotel. Meals: Welcome Dinner

  • Day 2 Fly To Nepalgunj (160M/525Ft)
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Fly To Nepalgunj (160M/525Ft)

      From Kathmandu domestic airport it is an one hour scenic flight to Nepalgung, which lies in the southern Nepal border with India and has a hot tropical climate. Overnight at hotel. Meals: Breakfast

  • Day 3 Fly To Juphal (2490M/8170Ft); Trek To Dunai (2030M/6660Ft) 2-3 Hours
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Fly To Juphal (2490M/8170Ft); Trek To Dunai (2030M/6660Ft) 2-3 Hours

      From Nepalgunj, there are only a few flights per week early in the morning to the Himalayan terrain of Juphal. The 40-minute flight from Nepalgunj to Juphal is short but thrilling. Upon arrival, the trail to Dunai descends southeast past houses and fields to the village of Dangi Bhara. Continuing through fields of maize, we cross a stream and reach the settlement of Kala Gaura. From there, we follow the south bank of the river all the way to Dunai. After a brief narrowing of the valley, we pass Roop Ghar, cross a broad flat meadow fringed with pine, and see the large complex of hospital buildings on the opposite bank. We enter Dunai, the district headquarters, a large village with paved streets and lined houses. We will spend the night at a tented camp. Meals provided: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner.

  • Day 4 Trek Tarakot (2450M/8038Ft) 5 Hours; 430M Ascent
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Trek Tarakot (2450M/8038Ft) 5 Hours; 430M Ascent

      We will head eastward from Dunai, following the south bank of the Thulo Bheri River. Weโ€™ll cross to the north bank and then return to the south bank at Lawan. The trail continues past the fields of Tarakot, leading to a campsite near the Chyada Khola, just below the Tarakot village fortress. We will spend the night at a tented camp.


      Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner.

  • Day 5 Trek Laini (3160M/10368Ft) 6-7 Hours; 810M Ascent, 100M Descent
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Trek Laini (3160M/10368Ft) 6-7 Hours; 810M Ascent, 100M Descent

      We begin by climbing gently through fields of pink flowering buckwheat, veering south into a side valley with views of Putha Himal. We cross the Yalkot Khola and ascend to a trail that follows the south side of the river. Above Tarakot, the Thulo Bheri is known as the Barbung Khola. Staying mostly elevated above the river, we climb to 2670 meters before descending past cypress trees and a white chorten to a 120-meter-long, high suspension bridge at Laisicap (2600 meters). As we continue, weโ€™ll spot Kanigaon village high above the trail and might see the white-breasted dipper, a bird found only in western Nepal. After visiting the Chhandul Gompa, we rejoin the main trail and proceed through cedar forests as the valley walls start to close in. We navigate three-sided tunnels blasted out of the rock through the steepest part of the gorge, with the river dropping sharply beside the trail. The gorge begins to widen near Laini. We will spend the night at a tented camp. Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

  • Day 6 Trek Nawarpani (3545M/11631Ft) 5 Hours; 500M Ascent, 60M Descent
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Trek Nawarpani (3545M/11631Ft) 5 Hours; 500M Ascent, 60M Descent

      After walking for a while, we encounter a challenging climb on switchbacks to a mini pass marked with prayer flags at 3540 meters. From there, the trail takes a highly enjoyable high traverse through a steep gorge, eventually descending to cross the cascades of the Tilba Khola at 3570 meters. We then climb another ridge and descend to the Chyugur Khola at 3520 meters. A rough stone house under a rock provides cave-like accommodation, and we may spot Crag Martins soaring high above the gorge. We cross a suspension bridge to the riverโ€™s left bank and then to the right bank to reach the mule caravan stop of Nawarpani. We will spend the night at a tented camp. Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner.

  • Day 7 Trek Do Tarap (4080M/13386Ft) 6-7 Hours; 630M Ascent, 140M Descent
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Trek Do Tarap (4080M/13386Ft) 6-7 Hours; 630M Ascent, 140M Descent

      As the gorge narrows, we cross to the true left bank and pass a small cave before tackling a thrilling section of trail chiseled into the sheer rock face. We then recross the Tarap Chu at Tal Tole (3680m) and navigate through a narrow slot canyon. From there, we climb the east bank through a classic eroded Trans-Himalayan landscape, reaching a chorten on a ridge at Serkam (3870m). After descending and crossing back to the west bank, we proceed into the Sishul Khola, where we reach a campsite with a cave at 3840m. The trail, rocky and rugged, traverses beneath cliffs to a bridge at 3920m. Crossing to the east bank, we find a side valley leading up the Lang Chu to the remote village of Lang.


      Continuing north up the Tarap Chu, we climb slowly alongside the river, passing mani walls and eroded cliffs, and reach the village of Do Tarap. Keep an eye out for blue sheep along this stretch. The views over the valley are spectacular, and we can visit the surrounding monasteries: Ribo Bhumpa Gompa, Doro Gompa, and Shipchok Gompa. We will camp overnight and enjoy breakfast, lunch, and dinner.

  • Day 8 Trek Numa La Base Camp (4440M/14568Ft) 3-4 Hours; 360M Ascent
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Trek Numa La Base Camp (4440M/14568Ft) 3-4 Hours; 360M Ascent

      Heading west from Do Tarap, we reach the century-old Mekyem Gompa, renowned for its large statue of Maitreya Buddha. Continuing past the Crystal Mountain School, the trail ascends to Gakar Village and the Dorje Phurba Gompa, which houses a collection of ancient weapons. After crossing the Tarap Chu on a wooden bridge, we arrive at Mondo (4170m), where the valley splits into the Upper and Lower Dolpo Trek routes. We take the southern branch, passing the white-walled Jampa Lhakhang before reaching Tok-khyu Village at 4180m. We then proceed to Numa La Base Camp, nestled in a side valley by a stream, where youโ€™ll see the large white building of Sherin Gompa high on the hill. We will spend the night at a tented camp. Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner.

  • Day 9 Trek Numa La Pass (5290M/17356Ft); Trek Pelung Tang (4465M/14650Ft) 6-7Hours; 540M Ascent, 960M Descent
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Trek Numa La Pass (5290M/17356Ft); Trek Pelung Tang (4465M/14650Ft) 6-7Hours; 540M Ascent, 960M Descent

      From Numa La Base Camp, we cross a stream on rocks and then climb steeply up yak trails on a grassy slope to a ridge with several mani walls and a chorten at 4580 meters. Continuing along the ridge, we reach a grassy knoll and a small stream at 4700 meters before descending into a high glacial bowl at 4960 meters. After crossing a small stream, we undertake a long climb up a moraine to the Numa La Pass at 5290 meters. From this high pass, we enjoy spectacular views of Shey Shikar (6139 meters) and Kanjeralwa to the northeast, and the tip of Dhaulagiri I (8167 meters) to the southeast.


      We then descend into a scenic U-shaped, rocky valley. The trail turns sharply left, passing yak caravans hauling timber, and offers opportunities to spot blue sheep and snow leopards in this remote area. The valley drops down to join another large valley from the east. We follow the river downstream, navigating past dramatically eroded cliffs, and make a sharp U-turn to enter another large side valley. We walk around the ridge into the valley and gently climb to reach the pastures at Pelung Tang. The spectacular glaciated peak at the head of the valley is Norbu Kang (6005 meters). We will camp here for the night. Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner.

  • Day 10 Trek Baga La Pass (5175M/16979Ft); Trek Dajok Tang (4080M/13386Ft) 6 Hours; 670M Ascent, 1330M Descent
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Trek Baga La Pass (5175M/16979Ft); Trek Dajok Tang (4080M/13386Ft) 6 Hours; 670M Ascent, 1330M Descent

      The trail crosses a stream and switchbacks up a slope to a small meadow known as High Camp at 4740 meters. From here, the trail reaches the snowline and climbs a ridge, offering fine views of Norbu Kang. It then ascends a moraine into a large bowl marked by a chorten of upturned stones. The trail gently arcs around the bowl on a scree slope, passing several rough cairns atop Baga La. From Baga La, the trail descends steeply at first and then more gradually, staying high above the right bank of the stream. At 4390 meters, the trail turns a corner and enters a vast valley, making a final steep descent on switchbacks to the beautiful Dajok Tang, characterized by a large moraine and numerous waterfalls. Snowy peaks, including Kagmara (5960 meters), crowd the horizon at the valleyโ€™s end. We will spend the night at a tented camp. Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner.

  • Day 11 Trek Phoksumdo Lake (3620M/11877Ft) 3-4 Hours; 70M Ascent, 270M Descent
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Trek Phoksumdo Lake (3620M/11877Ft) 3-4 Hours; 70M Ascent, 270M Descent

      We follow a trail descending past views of Sonam Kang to a cluster of herdersโ€™ huts. From there, we traverse high above the river through groves of thorny shrubs, juniper, and blue pine, into a vast valley crowned by the distant snowy range of Kagmara Lekh. After an initial descent, the trail climbs and contours around the hillside to a decorated ridge at 3750 meters, offering views of a massive waterfall across the valley. The trail then descends gently through blue pine forest to the chortens and barley fields of Ringmo Village at 3640 meters. From Ringmo, we walk to the stunning shores of Phoksumdo Lake. We will camp overnight. Meals included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner.

  • Day 12 Day 12: Trek Chepka (2670M/8760Ft) 5- 6 Hours
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 12: Trek Chepka (2670M/8760Ft) 5- 6 Hours

      After an insightful visit we leave Phoksumdo and descend towards Chepka. The trail goes down hill through a forest of big cedars, past a village of Palam (3280m) which is a winter settlement used by the people of Ringmo village and then pass through another village of Renje (3010m) to reach finally to Chepka village. Overnight at tented camp. Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

  • Day 13 Trek Juphal 4-5 Hours
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Trek Juphal 4-5 Hours

      We continue our descent through the villages of Sankta (2460m), Kageni (2260m), and Suli Gaad (2070m) before reaching Dunai (2030m), the headquarters of Dolpa. From Dunai, we trek for a few more hours to reach Juphal. We will spend the night at a tented camp. Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

  • Day 14 Fly To Nepalgunj; Fly To Kathmandu
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Fly To Nepalgunj; Fly To Kathmandu

      From Juphal, we fly to Nepalgunj and then continue to Kathmandu, where youโ€™ll be transferred to your hotel. This day is at leisure, allowing you to shop for gifts and souvenirs for your friends and family. In the evening, youโ€™ll be invited to a farewell gathering to review photos and share experiences from the trip. We will spend the night at the hotel. Meals: Breakfast, Farewell Dinner.

  • Day 15 Fly Back Home Or Extend Your Holidays
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Fly Back Home Or Extend Your Holidays

      If you prefer to stay longer, you can consult us for short tours such as game drive at National parks, rafting, mountain biking, Tibet, India or Bhutan tours etc.  Meals: Breakfast

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Experience Style

Experience Style

Mixed

There will be challenging activities such as hiking, biking, canyoning and trekking, but youโ€™re also going to have other means of transportation and relaxed moments to just chill.

Accomodation level

Accomodation level

Medium

This accommodation includes essential services like a hot shower, electricity, and a nice and comfy bed.

Experience Type

Experience Type

Small Group

Youโ€™ll be accompanied by a small group of travelers just like you.

Physical Rating

Physical Rating

Average

There are several physical activities that last from 2 to 6 hours in easy terrains, low altitude flats, or water experiences. Please ask if youโ€™re not sure this applies to you.

Age range

Age range

Min: 15 / Max: 80

Minors from 15 to 17 years must be accompanied by an adult.

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