Upper Dolpo Trek, Dolpo Trekking, Kali Gandaki Valley, Phoksundo National Park, Shey Gomba, summit of Kagmara Pass, Tibetan plateau, Annapurna Range, Muktinath and Mustang

Isolated until 1989, the Dolpo area of far north western Nepal is hard to match for its surreal beauty and stunning charm. Situated at the rain-shadowed side of the Himalaya, the rugged scenery shows dramatic views, compared to similar altitude elsewhere in Dolpo the kingdom. There are no lush green hills fed by monsoon but a thrilling hardcore landscape, guarded by impressive peaks, striving for heaven. The Dolpo region offers visit to ancient and isolated villages, immortal to time. It provides you with sites of spectacular lakes, authentic Buddhist monasteries and plentiful wildlife (including Blue sheep, mountain goat, jackal, wolf and snow leopard). In case you are seeking for some overwhelming and impressive panorama, Dolpo won’t disappoint you! The route begins by meandering through pine and cedar forest with views of the massive Dhaualgiri range in the backdrop. As the most remote and least developed district in Nepal, this trek is reserved for those with a true sense of adventure.

Trip Facts:
Duration:21days Trek+03 days Kathmandu
Grade: Moderate to Strenuous
Style of Trek: Camping
Best Season: Spring / Autumn

Suggested itinerary:
Day 01: Arrival transfer with assistance to hotel O/N.
Day 02: Full day visit in Kathmandu city and evening free, preparation for trekking. O/N hotel.
Day 03: Kathmandu- Nepalgunj (152m/500ft) 01:30 hrs fly.
Day 04: Nepalgunj - Juphal (2500m/8202ft)- Dunai (2150m/7054ft) 04:30hrs.
Day 05: Dunai - Ankhe (2660m/8726ft) 06:00hrs.
Day 06: Ankhe - Renje (3104m/10183ft) 07:00hrs.
Day 07: Renje - Phoksundo Lake (3600m/11810ft) 06:30hrs.
Day 08: Phoksundo Lake - Phoksundo Khola (3507m/11505ft) 06:00hrs.
Day 09: Phoksundo Khola - Phoksundo Bhanjyang (4402m/14440ft) 07:00hrs.
Day 10: Phoksundo Bhanjyang -Kang La pass(5270m/17287ft)-Shey Gompa (4200m/13778ft)
Day 11: Shey Gompa (4200m/13778ft) Rest and exploration day.
Day12:SheyGompa-SaldangLapass(4785m/15696ft)-NamdunaGaon(4400m/14434ft) 07:00hrs.
Day 13: Namduna Gaon - Saldang (3920m/12859ft) 04:00hrs.
Day 14: Saldang - Sibu (3942m/12931ft) 06:00hrs.
Day 15: Sibu - Jeng La (4369m/14332ft) 05:00hrs.
Day 16: Jeng La pass (5080m/16664ft)- Tokyu Gaon (4240m/13909ft) 07:00hrs.
Day 17: Tokyu Gaon - Dho Tarap (4040m/13253ft) 04:30hrs.
Day 18: Dho Tarap - Serkam (3630m/11908ft) 06:30hrs.
Day 19: Serkam -Khani Gaon (2950m/9678ft) 07:00hrs.
Day 20: Khani Gaon - Tarakot (2450m/8038ft) 04:00hrs.
Day 21: Tarakot - Dunai (2150m/7054ft) 05:00hrs.
Day 22: Dunai - Juphal (2500m/8202ft) 03:00hrs.
Day 23: Juphal –Neplagunj – Kathmandu (1310m/4298ft) fly 02:00hrs.
Day 24: Departure transfer to onward destination.

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