11 days tour

Phoksundo Lake Trek

$ 1,399 .00 USD

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Phoksundo Lake Trek

This tour includes:

Accommodation

3* Hotel Accommodation in Kathmandu, including breakfast. and Tea house/Lodges Accommodation during the trekking

Guide

Government license holder experienced, female trekking guide (trained in Wilderness First Aid& altitude sickness) and porters

Optional

Complementaries Trekking Stick/Pole Nepali Sim Card T-Shirt

Transport

All airport/hotel pick up and drop in private car/van Flight from Nepalgunj to Kathmandu includes the departure taxes Guided Tour of Kathmandu City with expert tour guide and private vehicle

Flights

Meals

Daily Meals are chosen from the Menu (breakfast, lunch, and dinner) during the trek. In Kathmandu Only Breakfast Welcome Dinner Farewell Dinner

Not included:

Insurance

Travel insurance

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Itinerary of your trip Phoksundo Lake Trek

  • Day 1 Day 1: Arrive In Kathmandu And Trek Preparation
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 1: Arrive In Kathmandu And Trek Preparation

      Nestled in a deep valley, Kathmandu is surrounded by rolling green hills. The city is a collection of traditional and contemporary, with historic areas dating back to the Middle Ages as well as modern city architecture. Once you arrive at the airport terminal, our representative will welcome you assist you to the hotel, and help you to check-in.

      Your trekking guide will give you a pre-hike briefing later that evening. Check your trekking gears, and if youโ€™ve missed anything, you may rent or buy it from any of it from shops around Thamel. Thamel, a major tourist attraction, boasts a range of shops selling and renting hiking gear.

  • Day 2 Day 2: Fly To Nepalgunj, Gateway To The Far West (150M/ 492Ft) (45 Minutes Flight)
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 2: Fly To Nepalgunj, Gateway To The Far West (150M/ 492Ft) (45 Minutes Flight)

      Today youโ€™ll board a morning flight to Nepalgunj, which takes around 45 minutes. Once you arrive at the airport, youโ€™ll be transported to your accommodation, and youโ€™ll have plenty of time to explore the city

  • Day 3 Day 3: Fly To Juphal (2,502M/ 8,210Ft) And Trek To Dunai (2,144M/ 7,035Ft) (2-3 Hours Trek
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 3: Fly To Juphal (2,502M/ 8,210Ft) And Trek To Dunai (2,144M/ 7,035Ft) (2-3 Hours Trek

      After breakfast, drive to Nepalgunjโ€™s airfield to board an early morning flight to Juphal, youโ€™ll begin your trek after landing at Juphal airfield following the path to Dunai. The path gradually changed as it passed through verdant meadows and softly descended to Kalighat, continue walking down Thulo Bheriโ€™s riverside, passing Roop Gharโ€™s watermill, and arrived at Dunai. It is the district headquarters and the largest settlement in the Dolpo district bordered by verdant hills on the banks of the Thulo Bheri River. Explore the village and learn about the residents, their culture, and their way of life by visiting the local marketplace in Dunai.

  • Day 4 Day 4: Trek From Dunai To Chhepka Village (2,670M/ 8,760Ft) (6 To 7 Hours Trek)
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 4: Trek From Dunai To Chhepka Village (2,670M/ 8,760Ft) (6 To 7 Hours Trek)

      Youโ€™ll begin your hike on a wooded trail with breathtaking natural landscapes along the Bheri Riverโ€™s banks, cross the river, and head north of it to Sulighat, a small but lovely hamlet, after a short hike, you will reach the Shey Phoksundo National Park checkpoint. Shey Phoksundo National Park is Nepalโ€™s only trans-Himalayan national park and one of the nationโ€™s largest, then proceed downwards to a little settlement called Cheepka, following the woodland route.

  • Day 5 Day 5: Trek From Chhepka Village To Jharana Village (3,370M/ 11,056Ft) (5 To 6 Hours Trek)
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 5: Trek From Chhepka Village To Jharana Village (3,370M/ 11,056Ft) (5 To 6 Hours Trek)

      Early in the morning youโ€™ll leave Chhepka village and proceed to Jharana, one of the significant waterfalls in the Dolpo region. The picturesque view of the Bheri valley can be admired while hiking through the cedar forested route, youโ€™ll continue your ascent while taking in the breathtaking views of Phoksundo Lakeโ€™s gorge, and proceed your walk to Jharana village admiring the spectacular beauty of Jharana, one of Nepalโ€™s highest waterfalls.

  • Day 6 Day 6: Trek From Jharana To The Tibetan Village Of Ringmo (3,459M/ 11,350Ft) (5 To 6 Hours Trek)
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 6: Trek From Jharana To The Tibetan Village Of Ringmo (3,459M/ 11,350Ft) (5 To 6 Hours Trek)

      Today youโ€™ll hike to Shey Phoksundo Lake from Jharana waterfall, first descend a steep downhill trail to Ringmo, a Tibetan settlement after that follow the trail and youโ€™ll arrive at Ringmo village passing through a dense birch and coniferous forest, as you pass the forest youโ€™ll reach the settlement of Ringmo, which is nestled in the remote mountain hillsides away from the effects of urbanization, localsโ€™ houses and lifestyles have been conserved in this community making it a yet another sight observe.

  • Day 7 Day 7: Explore Sacred Phoksundo Lake (3,660M/ 12,007Ft) And Tshowa Gompa
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 7: Explore Sacred Phoksundo Lake (3,660M/ 12,007Ft) And Tshowa Gompa

      The glamorous Phoksundo Lake is just across the corner from Ringmo Village. Today, youโ€™ll explore the turquoise blue Shey Phoksundo Lake, which is 3,660 meters above sea level, several endangered species, such as blue sheep and musk deer, may be seen grazing near the waterfront. Youโ€™ll have an entire day to sunbathe while admiring the tranquil waters of the lake and also explore Tshowa Gompa, a 900-year-old Bonpo monastery having historical significance which is situated on the Phoksundo Lake ridge.

  • Day 8 Day 8: Trek From Ringmo To Chhepka Village
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 8: Trek From Ringmo To Chhepka Village

      You will leave Ringmo village with an exhilarating and unforgettable experience that will last a lifetime after a hearty breakfast continues on the trail, this time walking alongside the Phoksundo River, the trail is rugged and descends gently through magnificent green meadows, passing past Renji village, the spectacular snow-capped mountains will accompany you on your journey Youโ€™ll travel along the Sulighat River until you reach Chhepka village, passing through pine and juniper forest areas.

  • Day 9 Day 9: Trek From Chhepka To Juphal
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 9: Trek From Chhepka To Juphal

      Finally, the adventure comes to an end, continue the downhill journey route to Juphal after breakfast in Chhepka, upon arriving at Juphal hiking through amazing landscapes of the mountains and captivating meadows, stunning pastures, terraces, farms, and villages will make this a journey to remember.

  • Day 10 Day 10: Fly From Juphal To Nepalgunj And Then To Kathmandu
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 10: Fly From Juphal To Nepalgunj And Then To Kathmandu

      Early in the morning, youโ€™ll catch a flight from Juphal to Nepalgunj, and then to Kathmandu, both flights provide stunning scenery of snow-capped peaks, verdant hillsides, and scenic valleys.

  • Day 11 Day 11: Final Departure
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 11: Final Departure

      Three hours before your flightโ€™s departure, our representative will drop you off at the airport. Please do let us know if you want to experience more of Nepal. 

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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

Basic

Almost everyone is fit for these activities. Every hike or physical exercise last less than 30 minutes, such as paragliding and horseback riding. Please ask about specific conditions.

Age range

Age range

Min: 13 / Max: 60

Age range allowed for this experience.

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