22 days tour

Upper Dolpo Trek 22 Days

$ 5,599 .00 USD

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Upper Dolpo Trek 22 Days

This tour includes:

Meals

All your standard Meals prepared by our expert camping cook and kitchen team during the trek (Breakfasts, Lunches and Dinners).

Optional

The required number of local staff, porters and Yaks or Jhopkey (Strong Animal similar to Yak) to carry your luggage during the trek.

Flights

All domestic Flight fare from Kathmandu - Nepalgunj - Juphal - Nepalgunj - Kathmandu including airport departure taxes.

Others

Upper Dolpo Restricted Area Permit, Shey-Phoksundo National Park Permit, and TIMS permit Sherpa Expedition and Trekking Gears โ€“ Down Jacket, sleeping bag, duffel bag for the use during the trip First Aid Kit Comprehensive, Insurance for all staff including porters Assistance to evacuation in case of any kind of emergency Upper Dolpo Trekking map Nepal government tax and service fees.

Guide

Local Sherpa Expedition and Trekking licensed English speaking guide.

Transport

Private Arrival & Departure transfers on both international and domestic flights.

Accommodation

Standard twin sharing accommodation in a two or three-star hotel in Kathmandu; Breakfast included. (2 nights only) Twin sharing standard hotel accommodation in Nepalgunj. (one night only) Tented camp accommodation and equipment during the camping trek. (We will provide two-man tents, dining tents, kitchen gear, dining table, chairs, toilet tents, shower tent).

Not included:

Others

Any bottled drinks other than tea and coffee. Personal insurance if any evacuation is needed during trekking or climbing. International airfare and airport taxes, excess baggage charges. Any personal items and services such as laundry, hot shower, charging batteries, phone calls, etc. Valid Travel Insurance with Medical evacuation in case of emergency. Nepal entry visa fees. Unforeseeable expenses incurred due to accidents, strikes, natural calamities, political unrest, etc. Any personal gear for trekking. Any tips or gratuities for the staff.

Insurance

Personal Travel Insurance.

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Itinerary of your trip Upper Dolpo Trek 22 Days

  • Day 1 Day 1: Arrival In Kathmandu & Transfer To Hotel.
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 1: Arrival In Kathmandu & Transfer To Hotel.

      On your arrival at Kathmandu Tribhuvan International Airport, you will be met by Sherpa Expedition and Trekking staff member and taken to your hotels in Thamel. This will be followed by a briefing concerning this trek and the hotels/lodges you will stay at on the trail.   This is where you have a chance to meet your fellow trekkers.

  • Day 2 Day 2: Flight From Kathmandu To Nepalgunj (150M/492Ft) Duration 45 Minutes.
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 2: Flight From Kathmandu To Nepalgunj (150M/492Ft) Duration 45 Minutes.

      This morning we will head to the domestic airport for our one hour flight to Nepalgunj. Nepalgunj is one of the hottest places in Nepal, hence donโ€™t overdress! The views on your flight will be of towering peaks and lush rolling green hills. Nepalgunj is situated on the plains of Nepal.

  • Day 3 Day 3: Fly From Nepalgunj To Juphal And Trek To Dunai Camp (2140M/7021Ft) Duration 5-6 Hours.
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 3: Fly From Nepalgunj To Juphal And Trek To Dunai Camp (2140M/7021Ft) Duration 5-6 Hours.

      This morning we take a short flight to Jhupal in Dolpo where you will meet your trekking guide. From here we have a short drive to Dunai where we will stay the night. On arrival in Dunai you will have time to explore the markets and wander around this quaint little town.

  • Day 4 Day 4: Trek From Dunai To Chhepka (2678M/8815 Ft) Duration 5-6 Hours.
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 4: Trek From Dunai To Chhepka (2678M/8815 Ft) Duration 5-6 Hours.

      Today we will trek up to Sulighat via the village of Kagbeni. The trail passes through dense forests and passes several settlements. The trail will pass through dense vegetation providing shade from the sun. On reaching Shangta we will cross the junction of two rivers: Phoksundo Khola and Maiaba Khola. From here we head upriver and ascend to Chhepka Village. 

  • Day 5 Day 5: Trek From Chhepka To Amchi Hospital (3000M/9843Ft) Duration 5-6 Hours.
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 5: Trek From Chhepka To Amchi Hospital (3000M/9843Ft) Duration 5-6 Hours.

      This morning we head out on a mostly uphill trail and start to get glimpses of the mighty Himalayan Mountains. As we get closer to Amchi Hospital the terrain becomes steeper and the air clearer and cooler. 

  • Day 6 Day 6: Trek From Amchi Hospital To Phoksundo Lake (3612M/11850 Ft) Duration 5-6 Hours.
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 6: Trek From Amchi Hospital To Phoksundo Lake (3612M/11850 Ft) Duration 5-6 Hours.

      This morning we will head to Phoksundo Lake slowly climbing up across densely forested slopes. It is a tough uphill trek, but once you arrive at Phoksundo Lake with its amazing turquoise blue water you will feel well rewarded. The lake is surrounded by rocky hills and is a beautiful vista surrounding the lake.

  • Day 7 Day 7: Rest Day At Phoksundo.
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 7: Rest Day At Phoksundo.

      Today we will explore Phoksundo Lake and the surrounding countryside. We will also explore the nearby 900 year-old Tibetan monastery, Tshowa Gompa that is perched on a ridge just above the lake. Phoksundo Lake is spiritually important to the Buddhist community living in this region. You may wish to sit around the lake in quiet meditation and take in the views.

  • Day 8 Day 8: Trek From Phoksundo To Sallaghari (3756M/12323 Ft) Duration 5-6 Hours.
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 8: Trek From Phoksundo To Sallaghari (3756M/12323 Ft) Duration 5-6 Hours.

      This morning we head to the more restricted area of the Upper Dolpo region. This is a popular trail for locals on a trade route that leads to Tibet. The trail heads through fragrant and shaded pine forests. In the distance you can see many snow-clad peaks.

  • Day 9 Day 9: Trek From Sallaghari To (Nagdalo Camp) Kangla Base Camp (4100M/13451Ft) Duration 5-6 Hours.
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 9: Trek From Sallaghari To (Nagdalo Camp) Kangla Base Camp (4100M/13451Ft) Duration 5-6 Hours.

      Today we follow a trail through and along the windswept Tuk Kyaksa River. The trail frequently crosses the river before coming to a wooden bridge that takes us into a broad valley where sheep can be see grazing. We then follow the trail next to a deep gorge until we come to our overnight campsite, Kang La Base Camp (Nagdalo Camp). 

  • Day 10 Day 10: Trek From Kangla Base Camp(Nagdalo Camp) To Kang-La Pass And Shey Gompa (5240M/17192 Ft) Duration 6-7 Hours.
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 10: Trek From Kangla Base Camp(Nagdalo Camp) To Kang-La Pass And Shey Gompa (5240M/17192 Ft) Duration 6-7 Hours.

      In the early morning we head out on a tough climb on rocky ground to Kang La Pass (5350m), also referred to as Nagdalo La Pass. You will have some truly amazing views from the top of Kang La Pass. You will get a view of Crystal Mountain and other mountains within Tibet. The pass is adorned with colorful Tibetan prayer flags. This is a remote and arid region in Dolpo. We then cautiously head down the valley and a short time later come to a red Chorten will mark our arrival at Shey Gompa (4280m). โ€˜Sheyโ€™ translates to the crystal in the Tibetan language. Shey Gompa is an 800-year-old monastery filled with intricate murals and very old scrolls describing the folklore behind Crystal Mountain. Every year many pilgrims head here to make Kora (a clockwise circuit of Crystal Peak). On every 12 year cycle, on the Year of the Dragon, there is a major festival. Tonight we will set up camp on the compounds of this fascinating monastery. 

  • Day 11 Day 11: Trek From Shey Gompa To Shey La Pass And Namgung Gompa (5100M/16732Ft) Duration 6-7 Hours.
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 11: Trek From Shey Gompa To Shey La Pass And Namgung Gompa (5100M/16732Ft) Duration 6-7 Hours.

      Today we follow the trail alongside the Sephu Khola (river) until we come to Shey La Pass (5094m). From the pass we have some stunning views of Mustang in the east, Tibet in the north and the mountains Kanjiroba, Kagmara, and Crystal Mountain in the west. After navigating our way through the pass we come to Namgung Gompa (4360m). The monastery is located in Namgung Village and has only six houses and is surrounded by terraced fields. 

  • Day 12 Day 12: Trek From Namgung Gompa To Yangjer Gumba (3890M/12762 Ft) Duration 5-6 Hours.
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 12: Trek From Namgung Gompa To Yangjer Gumba (3890M/12762 Ft) Duration 5-6 Hours.

      Today we head downstream from Namgung Khola passing through yak pastures and then come to a charming village, Saldang (3770m). We will stop here for lunch with the villagers. We will then head towards the 1000-year-old Yangjer Gumba (3890m). It is a prosperous monastery due to it being on the old route to Tibet. Yangjer Gumba is known for its nine larger Chortens surrounded by twenty smaller ones. There is one huge Chorten in the centre. The trail takes us through sheer gorges before coming to Gumba.

  • Day 13 Day 13: Trek From Yangjer Gumba To Komash Village (4060M/13320 Ft) Duration 6-7 Hours.
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 13: Trek From Yangjer Gumba To Komash Village (4060M/13320 Ft) Duration 6-7 Hours.

      Today we head through Saldan Lek on a trail on the banks of the Raphya Khola. This trail then heads to Khoma La Pass (4500m). From here we descend to Komash Village (4060m) with its distinct Tibetan style architecture. We will camp in the village overnight.

  • Day 14 Day 14: Trek From Komash Village To Tinze Village (4550M/14928 Ft) Duration 5-6 Hours.
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 14: Trek From Komash Village To Tinze Village (4550M/14928 Ft) Duration 5-6 Hours.

      On the trail today it is possible that you will see Blue Sheep or the elusive Snow Leopard. We will pass through several small villages on the trail and enjoy awesome views of the scrubby vegetation of the mostly barren hills. Tinze is a beautiful village that surrounds a valley. It is a peaceful place at which we will set up camp for the night. 

  • Day 15 Day 15: Trek From Tinze Village To Yak Kharka (4780M/15682 Ft) Duration 5-6 Hours.
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 15: Trek From Tinze Village To Yak Kharka (4780M/15682 Ft) Duration 5-6 Hours.

      Today we leave the Tinze Valley and head to Yak Kharka (4780m). As the name suggests, it is an enormous and open grazing land for yaks and sheep in the area. We will take the trail alongside the Panjyan Khola (river) before arriving at the settlement of Chhamdang. The grassy area is an ideal campsite for the night and is close to the Thalum Khola (river).

  • Day 16 Day 16: Trek From Yak Kharka To Cho-La Base Camp And Tokyu (4240M/13911Ft) Duration 6-7 Hours.
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 16: Trek From Yak Kharka To Cho-La Base Camp And Tokyu (4240M/13911Ft) Duration 6-7 Hours.

      We start out today by crossing a bridge over the Sulun Khola (river) on the trail to Tokyu Gaon (4240m). We then have a steep uphill climb to the top of Cho La Pass (5420m). This is probably the most physically demanding part of the trek. From the pass you will have some stunning views down to Tarap Valley. We then descend to Tokyu Gaon where we will set up camp for the night.

  • Day 17 Day 17: Rest Day At Dho Tarap.
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 17: Rest Day At Dho Tarap.

      The trail today is relatively easy as we take a short trek of 1.5 hours to Dho Tarap (3944m). The villagers of Dho Tarap are mostly followers of Bon Po or Buddhism. At Dho Tarap you will have time to observe the customary Tibetan lifestyle and meet some extraordinary friendly people. They are kept occupied by trading with the yak caravans. It is a fascinating village that will leave you enthralled as you visit the monasteries and seek a blessing from the resident Lama. You may also choose to wander the trails in the vicinity. Tonight we will find a campsite close to the village. This quaint village is a highlight of this trek.

  • Day 18 Day 18: Trek From Dho Tarap To Chhegur Cave (3441M/11289 Ft) Duration 5-6 Hours.
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 18: Trek From Dho Tarap To Chhegur Cave (3441M/11289 Ft) Duration 5-6 Hours.

      Today we will pass through some more charming typical Tibetan villages and the ever-present Chortens in the area. We will follow the trail next to Tarap Khola for most of the day. The trail frequently crosses the river back and forth and takes us through a narrow gorge before arriving at Ghyamghar (3755m). Along the trail we pass the villages of Sisaul, Tottol, and Nawarpani. The trail through the gorge eventually opens up to a broad landscape and on to Chhegur (3440m) where we will camp for the night.

  • Day 19 Day 19: Trek From Chhegur Cave To Tarakot (2537M/8323 Ft) Duration 5-6 Hours.
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 19: Trek From Chhegur Cave To Tarakot (2537M/8323 Ft) Duration 5-6 Hours.

      Again we follow the Tarap Khola to where it meets the Thuli Bheri River. The river is popular for kayakers and is considered one of the most stunning in the world. This region is considered to be one of the finest and most beautiful stretches in the world. The vegetation on the trail changes from the usual arid rocky terrain to a more green and lush landscape. We will then come to the village of Tarakot where we will camp overnight. 

  • Day 20 Day 20: Trek From Tarakot To Juphal (2320M/7612 Ft) Duration 5-6 Hours.
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 20: Trek From Tarakot To Juphal (2320M/7612 Ft) Duration 5-6 Hours.

      This morning we follow along the banks above the Thuli Bheri River passing the villages of Lawan and Byasgad. The trail passes through forest and the terraced fields until we finally arrive at Juphal from where we will fly back to Kathmandu. This is a time to celebrate as we complete our days on the trail to this most fascinating place that has remained mostly unchanged for centuries.

  • Day 21 Day 21: Fly From Juphal To Nepalgunj And Kathmandu (1350M/4429 Ft) Duration 1 Hour.
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 21: Fly From Juphal To Nepalgunj And Kathmandu (1350M/4429 Ft) Duration 1 Hour.

      Early this morning we take a one hour scenic flight to Kathmandu. From the plane you will have some awesome views looking down at the terrain below. On arrival at Kathmandu you will be taken to your hotels in Thamel where you can choose to put your feet up and relax or head out to celebrate your journey into the remote and forgotten land of Dolpo. 

  • Day 22 Day 22: Transfer To The International Airport For Your Final Departure.
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 22: Transfer To The International Airport For Your Final Departure.

      Today a representative from Sherpa Expedition & Trekking will take you to the airport at least three hours prior to your scheduled departure from Nepal. The memories of this incredible journey will leave you with a warm feeling and will be firmly entrenched in your memory for a long time. On your way home you may already be planning another trek to this amazing location near the Tibetan border.

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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

Challenging

Long and challenging experience. Youโ€™ll be required to have good physical fitness to go on it. In some of these activities you'll need previous experience on similar activities.

Age range

Age range

Min: 10 / Max: 85

Age range allowed for this experience.

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