Upper Dolpo Extensive (Dolpo-Jomsom) Trek

Dolpo

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Trip Facts

Days

Group Size

Trip Type

Trekking in Nepal

Grade

Strenuous

Altitude

5010 meter

Overview

Upper Dolpo Extensive Trek takes you to the heart of Dolpo, a land of mystery, scenery and peace. Also called “Ba Yul” or the Hidden valley, Dolpo falls on a rain shadow area and has been opened for trekking since 1991.

Upper Dolpo Extensive Trek’s attraction is the Shey-Phoksundo National Park lying to the north of the Dhaulagiri Range bordering the Tibetan Plateau. Here one can find a well-preserved eco-system of plants and wildlife, including the blue sheep and the elusive snow leopard. The views of Kanjiroba peak (6883m), Phoksundo Lake (3610m), and the Dhauligiri massif (8167m) are some of the most rewarding moments of this trek. A visit to the Phoksundo Gompa – dedicated to the ancient Bonpo religion, of the locals of Dolpo and Tibet, is a memorable experience.

Itinerary

1

Fly from Kathmandu to Nepalgunj.

Our representative will take you to the airport for a flight to Nepalgunj. In Nepalgunj you will be taken to your hotel. Stay overnight at hotel in Nepalgunj.
2

Fly from Nepalgunj to Juphal (2475 m.) and trek from Juphal to Dunai (2140 m.)

Catch a morning flight from Nepalgunj to Juphal. From Juphal you start trekking to Dunai, which is the headquater of Dolpo, a remote district of Nepal. You will walk through farms and villages along Bheri River. Stay overnight at camp.
3

Trek from Dunai to Chhepka (2,678m.)

Trek past Suligad situated on the confluence of Bheri and Suli river and enter Shey Phoksundo National Park. The narrow trail climbs through a forest of Maple, Oak and Pine passing by Kagbeni and Shyangta. Stay overnight at camp.
4

Trek from Chhepka to Renje (3,011m)

The trail follows a small river before climbing a ridge. Ahead you pass through a forest that gives way to a small hamlet of Renje. Stay overnight at camp.
5

Trek from Renje to Ringmo village

The trail ascends to a ridge at 3780m which offers great views of Phokshumdo Lake and Phoksumdo waterfall. Afterwards the route is through birch forests reaching to Ringmo village. Stay overnight at Camp.
6

Rest day for acclimatization.

Today, you can explore Phoksumdo Lake and Ringmo Village. Stay overnight at Camp.
7

Trek from Ringmo to Forest Camp (4,400m)

Follow a narrow trail cut on a cliff to get to other side of the Phoksumod lake. Forest camp is adorned by pine forests with beautiful views of the lake. Stay overnight at camp.
8

Trek from Forest camp to Nagda La pass Camp (4,117m)

The trail firstly follows Tuk Kyaksa River opening up to a wide valley and canyon. Nagda La base camp is prominently visible with its large rock slab. Stay overnight at Camp.
9

Trek from Nagada La to Shey Gompa (4343 m.) via Naga la pass (5,350m)

This is perhaps the best trekking day as you will visit the 8th century Shey Gompa and capture great views of 'Crystal Mountain'. The trail climbs steeply to cross the Naga La pass or Kangla pass which offers a rare glimpse the valley of Dolpo along with Shey Shikkar and Kang Chunne. Stay overnight in camp.
10

Free day at Shey Gompa.

Today you will have plenty of time to explore Shey Gompa, interact with locals and learn about the Tibetan culture and lifestyle. Stay overnight in camp.
11

Trek from Shey Gompa to Namgung (4360 m.) via Sela La pass (5095 m.)

About 2 hrs walk uphill from Shey Gompa takes near to Shey La Pass. The pass affords fantastic views from Mustang as far as to Tibet. The peaks of Kanjiroba, Kagmara and Riu Dhukta are also splendid. The trail then descends all the way to Namgung. Stay overnight at Camp.
12

Trek from Namgung to Saldang (3,770 m)

Walk past the Namgung cliff and beside Namga Khola. The trail is much barren landscape. Saldang is a small village with few houses. The traditional doctors called Amchi are found in this village. Stay overnight at Camp.
13

Trek from Saldang to Khoma (4060 m.) or Camp Site (4020 m.)

The trail is very easy and the walk short today. The route passes through Rapyha Khola and reaches up to Khom La at an altitude of 4500m before descending to Tibetan village of Komash. Stay overnight at Camp.
14

Trek from Khoma to Shimen Gaon (3,885m)

This stretch is rich in biodiversity as the chances of seeing Snow Leopard or Blue Sheep is quite high. En route you will cross over Shimen La (4260m) pass. Stay overnight at Camp.
15

Trek from Shimen Gaon to Tinje Gaon (4,110m)

Follow Panjyang Khola initially and then go past a few villages and gompas. Stay overnight at camp.
16

Trek from Tinje to Rakpa (4,535m)

The trek today is nice and easy. You will encounter the village of Yak Kharka- a grazing meadow of Yaks. Stay overnight at camp.
17

Trek from Rakpa to Chakra Village (4,110m)

Today you will cross yet another high pass called Mola (5030m). The trail rather easily descends to Chharka village which is famous for a Bon Monastery. Stay overnight at camp.
18

Trek to from Chakra to Narbung (4,750m)

The experience of trekking today is through arid and barren landscape without any human settlement. Stay overnight at camp.
19

Trek from Narbung to Molum Sumda (4,860m)

You will come face to face with one of the highest Himalayan passes today called Niwa La at an altitude of 5320m. The views of geographical features will mesmerize you. Stay overnight at camp.
20

Trek from Molum to Tuche-la via Niwal pass (5,320m)

Early morning you will cross Niwala pass and then another pass called Jungbenla at an astounding 5550m altitude. From here you descend to Tuche-La. Stay overnight at Camp.
21

Trek from Tuche la to Sangta Gaon (3,690m)

You will enjoy the hike as it is mostly downhill. Stay overnight at Camp.
22

Trek from Sangta to Phalyak Gaon (3,175m)

Keep your feet in the ground as you will cross nine ridges today and then dramatically drop down to Kali Gandaki valley. Phalyak village is perched on the bank of Kali Gandaki River. Stay overnight at Camp.
23

Trek from Phalyak to Jomsom (2,720m)

This is the last day of your trek. The trail follows the Kali Gandaki river downstream. Jomsom is an ancient trade town between Tibet and Nepal and is the age old habitat of highly enterprising Thakali community. Stay overnight at lodge.
24

Fly from Jomsom to Pokhara

The flight is a scenic one with panoramic views of Himalayan peaks, especially Annapurna, Dhaulagiri, Nilgiri etc. Stay overnight at hotel in Pokhara.
25

Drive from Pokhara to Kathmandu

After breakfast early morning, drive from Pokhara to Kathmandu that takes about seven hours. En route, you will enjoy the mountain views, green sceneries, rice terrace fields, vegetable fields and people being engaged in their daily life activities. If you choose to fly back to Kathmandu, it takes about 25 minutes. There are several flights from Kathmandu to Pokhara from morning to afternoon. Stay overnight at hotel in Kathmandu.