Lower Dolpo Trek

Lower Dolpo is an extremely beautiful hidden treasure and a remote trekking destination in Nepal. The major attraction of this area is Shey- Phoksundo Lake which is well known for its formation. This trek offers you exotic and memorable experience of lifetime.

Lower Dolpo Trek
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Trip At Glance

Destination Dolpo Nepal
Name of Trail Lower Dolpo Trek
Grade Moderate
Maximum Altitude 5318m
Per Day Walking 5 to 7 Hours
Trek Style Homestay / Camping
Best Time All Seasons Except Rainy

Outline Itinerary

Day Acitivity
Day 1 Arrive in Kathmandu (1360M)
Day 2 Preparation and Acculturation Day (1360M)
Day 3 Kathmandu to Nepaljung (150M)
Day 4 Nepalgunj to Jhupal (2850M)
Day 5 Dunai to Tarkot Trekking (2850M)
Day 6 Tarkot to Khani Gaon Trek (2543M)
Day 7 Trekking Day : Khani Gaon to Tarap Khola (3450M)
Day 8 Tarap to Yak Kharka Trekking Day (3800M)
Day 9 Trek from Yak Kharka to Dho Tarap (4090M)
Day 10 Rest Day at Dho Tarap for Altitude Acclimatization (4090M)
Day 11 Trek from Dho Tarap to Tokyu Gaun (4209M)
Day 12 Trek to Numa La Village (5318M)
Day 13 Crossing Numa La Pass - Highest Pass on the Trek (5318M)
Day 14 Cross Baga La Pass - Second Highest Pass on the Trek (5190M)
Day 15 Trek from Phedi to Ringmo (3600M)
Day 16 Visit Phoksundo Lake (3611M)
Day 17 Trek from Ringmo to chepka (2260M)
Day 18 Trek to Jhupal (2320M)
Day 19 We take a flight from Jhupal to Nepalgunj (150M)
Day 20 Rest Day (1360M)
Day 21 Departure

Overview And Highlights

Lower Dolpo is an extremely beautiful hidden treasure and a remote trekking destination in Nepal. The major attraction of this area is Shey- Phoksundo Lake which is well known for its formation. This trek offers you exotic and memorable experience of lifetime. On the way further this trek we can see snowy peaks, ancient and classical isolated villages with rich wildlife living in it including and various Buddhist monastery and wonderful lakes. The people of this area are fairly warm-hearted with profound culture, traditions, norms and values. The cultural tradition is highly directed with Tibet. We can explore High and Isolated Himalaya valleys that has an attachment towards the Tibetan highlands.

The major attraction of this trek comprises Shey-Phoksundo National Park, the largest National Park of Nepal. The other attraction of this region is Shey-Phoksundo. The lake is totally free of aqua life, which the crystal waters clearly explain. It is surrounded by rock, massive forests, and very much panoramic snow- capped peaks. This area has been described as one of the World's Natural Hidden Wonders. Commencing this trek you’ll get across Numala Pass and Bagala Pass which will be your challenged passes from where you can see magnificent panoramic bright views of Dhaulagiri range, Nilgiri, Kyangyu Ripa, Annapurna range and many other mountains along with it.

Commence this fascinating trek to the upper Dolpo region and explore the natural and cultural surrounding of this region. 

Lower Dolpo Trek Itinerary

Day 1

Arrive in Kathmandu

We assist you from international airport to our hotel. Rest overnight.

Elevation 1360
Day 2

Preparation and Acculturation Day

Lower Dolpo Restricted area trekking permit preparation and briefing of Trek. We offer you a half day sightseeing tour to Kathmandu valley. Enjoy the sightseeing sites and explore the world heritage sites of Kathmandu valley. Rest overnight.

Elevation 1360
Day 3

Kathmandu to Nepaljung

Today we drive a scenic ride or 1 hour Flight from Kathmandu to Nepalgunj.

Explore around and rest Overnight.

Elevation 150
Day 4

Nepalgunj to Jhupal

Today early morning scenic flight from Nepalgunj to Jhupal (2,320m) and then trek to Dunai (2,850m).

We walk for 2-3 hrs.

Rest overnight at Dunai.

Elevation 2850
Day 5

Dunai to Tarkot Trekking

Trek from Dunai to Tarakot (2,850m) walking for 5-6hours. Rest overnight.

Elevation 2850
Day 6

Tarkot to Khani Gaon Trek

Trek from Tarakot to Khani Gaon (2,543m) walking for 5-6 hrs. Rest overnight.

Elevation 2543
Day 7

Trekking Day : Khani Gaon to Tarap Khola

Trek from Khani Gaon to Tarap Khola (3,450m) walking for 4-5 hrs. Rest overnight.

Elevation 3450
Day 8

Tarap to Yak Kharka Trekking Day

Trek from Tarap Khola to Yak Kharka (3800m) walking for 4-5 hrs. Rest overnight.

Elevation 3800
Day 9

Trek from Yak Kharka to Dho Tarap

Trek from Yak Kharka to Dho Tarap (4,090m) walking for 5-6 hrs. Rest overnight.

Elevation 4090
Day 10

Rest Day at Dho Tarap for Altitude Acclimatization

Rest Day at Dho Tarap for acclimatization. Explore around and enjoy the natural and cultural scenery of Nepal. Rest overnight.

Elevation 4090
Day 11

Trek from Dho Tarap to Tokyu Gaun

Trek from Dho Tarap to Tokyu Gaun walking for 5-6 hrs. Rest overnight.

Elevation 4209
Day 12

Trek to Numa La Village

Trek from Tokyu Gaon to Numa La. Rest overnight.
 

Elevation 5318
Day 13

Crossing Numa La Pass - Highest Pass on the Trek

Today we Cross Numa La (53180m) and then camp at Phedi. Rest overnight.

Elevation 5318
Day 14

Cross Baga La Pass - Second Highest Pass on the Trek

Today we Cross Baga La (5190m) and camp on the other side of the Phedi (4,470m). Rest overnight.

Elevation 5190
Day 15

Trek from Phedi to Ringmo

Trek from Phedi to Ringmo (3,600m) walking for 6-7 hrs. Rest overnight.

Elevation 3600
Day 16

Visit Phoksundo Lake

Rest Day at Ringmo for a hike to Phoksundo Lake. Explore the scenic beauty of upper Nepal. Rest overnight. 
 

Elevation 3611
Day 17

Trek from Ringmo to chepka

Trek from Ringmo to chepka (2260m.). Rest overnight.

Elevation 2260
Day 18

Trek to Jhupal

Trek to Jhupal. Rest overnight.

Elevation 2320
Day 19

We take a flight from Jhupal to Nepalgunj

We take a flight from Jhupal to Nepalgunj. On reaching Nepalgunj, we return to Kathmandu on the next available flight. Rest overnight.

Elevation 150
Day 20

Rest Day

Rest day in Kathmandu. Enjoy evening farewell dinner and rest overnight.

Elevation 1360
Day 21

Departure

Departure

Lower Dolpo Trek Cost Include & Exclude

What Is Included ?

  • Airport pick up and drop service. 
  • Sightseeing tour around.
  • All accommodation and meals throughout the trek.
  • All national transportation cost. 
  • Trekking permit.
  • National park permit cost. 
  • Experienced guide and potter.
  • Potter equipment and potter insurance cost.

What's Not Included?

  • Visa cost
  • International airfare
  • Excluded meals and accommodation. 
  • Drinks and beverage cost.
  • Insurance cost. 
  • Trekking equipment.
  • Additional potter or equipment cost. 
  • Personal expenses, tips and shopping cost

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FAQs

The Lower Dolo Trek is located in the Dolpo region (far western Nepal), while the Manaslu Trek is in the central-western part of Nepal. The straight-line distance between the two regions is approximately 250 to 300 kilometers (155 to 186 miles).
 

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