Upper Dolpo Trek (Dolpo Circuit)

Dolpo
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Trip Facts

Days
21
Group Size
1+
Trip Type
Trekking in Nepal
Altitude
None meter

Overview

The Upper Dolpo trek is a trip to the elusive Upper Dolpo region, a remote hidden destination in the far west rarely visited by tourist. It is host to one of Nepal's most tranquil and natural beauties. The Upper Dolpo trek attractions comprise of a rich biodiversity including varieties of herbs, unspoiled trans-Himalayan culture, pristine lakes, ancient Buddhist monasteries and a unique lifestyle of local people. Sparsely populated, the Upper Dolpo is home to the Bhotiya and Sherpa people. The culture here closely resembles Tibetan customs and locals are followers of Bon religion that predates Buddhism.

The 1999 Oscar-nominated film Himalaya directed by Eric Valli was shot here in Dolpo. Trekking around the Dolpo region takes you to experience an amazing landscape, observing different rain shadow landscapes with stunning mountain views, wild flowers, Himalayan blue sheep, snow leopards, and rare birds like the Himalayan griffon.

Itinerary

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