Lower Dolpo trek

Trip Facts

Overview

Lower Dolpo Trek is the enchanting journey to the beautiful Himalayas of the West Norther Nepal. If you are seeking for the tranquility, culture, and Himalayas then Lower Dolpo region is the best solution for such travel desire. Nepal Unique Treks & Expedition offers this off the beaten trekking path in the best competitive price for the trekkers to enjoy.

Lower Dolpo Trek is characterized by the tranquil and isolated Himalayan Valleys. The region got noticed among the international circuit after the documentary Movie Caravan was released. The movie prepared by the Eric Vallie and his crew members was appreciated in prestigious Oscar Award as well. The region boasts the people who practice Bon Po and Buddhism religious lifestyle. These lifestyles are regarded as the traditional ancient culture. According to the local mythology, the Guru Rimpoche created this hidden valley during the troubled period. The place is surrounded by the gigantic Dhaulagiri Mountain on one side while in other side lies the snow covered high altitude passes. Therefore, people of this region are closely connected with Tibet.

The daily items and the livelihood is dependent upon the Tibet. In order to reach there from Kathmandu trekkers have to take two flights. From Kathmandu to Nepalgunj then to Juphal flight will take trekkers for the amazing journey to the Lower Dolpo Region. Walking in the trail starts from Juphal. The trail passes by many traditional villages where you can observe the daily lifestyle of the locals. Once you have reached the Shey Phoksundo Lake inside the National Park the journey then returns back to Juphal for flight to Kathmandu. You can witness the plethora of the wildlife and the Himalayan ranges en-route to the Lake.

Come and let’s enjoy together in this amazing off the beaten trekking trail of Nepal. Lower Dolpo Trek can become your landmark holiday in Nepal with the experienced team of Nepal Unique Treks & Expedition.

Outline Itinerary
Day 01: Arrival at Kathmandu (1350m) and then guided towards the hotel room at Kathmandu.

Day 02: Sightseeing tour at Kathmandu

Day 03: Kathmandu to Nepalgunj (Flight for 1 hr 30 minutes) and overnight at lodge

Day 04: Nepalgunj to Jhuphal by flight (35 minutes) and then trek towards the Dunai (2150m) for about 3 hours and overnight at tent.]

Day 05: Dunai to Tarakot (2355m), trek for 6 hours and over night at tent.

Day 06: Tarakot to Laina Udar (3246m), trek for 7 hours and stay the night at tented camp.

Day 07: Laina Udar to Sim Udar (3585m), trek for 7 hours and overnight at tented camp.

Day 08: Sim Udar to Dhotrap (4070m), trek for about 7 hours and overnight tented camp.

Day 09: Dhotrap to Numala base camp (4630m), trek for 6 hours and then stay overnight at tent.

Day 10: Numala base camp to Danayghar (4470m), trek for about 6 hours passing the Numala pass (5115m) and the overnight at tented camp.

Day 11: Danayghar to Yak Kharka (3965m), trek for about 6 hours passing the Bagala pass (5100m), overnight at tented camp.

Day 12: Yak Kharka to Shey Phoksundo Lake (3710m), trek for about 4 to 5 hours and rest the night at tented camp.

Day 13: Shey Phoksundo Lake to Rechi (2940m), trek for about 4 to 5 hours and stay the night at tented camp.

Day 14: Rechi to Kagani (2722m), trek for about 6 to 7 hours and stay the night at tent.

Day 15: Kagani to Jhuphal (2320m), trek for 5 to 6 hours and stay the night at hotel.

Day 16: Jhuphal to Nepalgunj with flight and then back to Kathmandu with flight.

Day 17: Farewell and then final departure to the home.

Itinerary