Upper Dolpo Expedition

Dolpo is an ancient Tibetan kingdom located in the northeast part of Nepal. It was only opened to trekkers in 1990. The Himalayan range can be seen in all its splendor and Phoksondo Lake with the Ringmo village provide some of the most beautiful Nepalese scenery. We follow the ancient Tibetan salt caravan route, across two high passes and through the wilderness in one of Nepal’s most remote areas. In the Dolpo region the monsoon, created by the sea winds blowing from the Gulf of Bengal, is tempered by the Dhaulaghiri range and trekking is therefore also possible during the summer, a period during which flora explodes in all its splendor: orchids, edelweiss, campanules, forget-me-nots.

Trip Facts

Country: Nepal

Difficulty: Challenging

Total Duration: 24 Day

Max. Alt: 4930m./16,170ft.

Trek Day: 20 Days

Type of Trek: Fully supported camping

Price: € 2740

Departure dates: Click here for details

For 2012

For 2013

Itineraries

Day 1: Arrival in Kathmandu. Transfer to hotel. Alt. 1,350m. / 4,428 ft.
Day 2: Trek preparation day in Kathmandu
Day 3: Fly to Nepalgunj & Overnight Stay At hotel
Day 4: Early Morning Fly to Dolpo & then trek to Hanke Alt. 2660m /8725ft. (6 hrs).
Day 5: Trek to Samduwa Alt. 3000m / 9840ft. (6 hrs).
Day 6: Trek to Phosundo lake Alt. 3600m / 11808ft. (6 hrs).
Day 7: Rest day at Phosundo lake Alt. 3600m / 11808ft.
Day 8: Cross Baga La (5090m/16695ft) & Camp next side (6 hrs).
Day 9: Trek to Numla Base Camp Alt. 5190m/ 17023ft. (5hrs.)
Day 10: Trek to Chutung Dang Alt.3967m/ 13012ft. (5hrs.)
Day 11: Trek to Chibu kHarka Alt. 3915m/ 12841ft. (5hrs.)
Day 12: Trek to Saldang Alt. 4100m/ 13448ft. (5hrs.)
Day 13: Trek to Yang Tsser Village Alt. 4300m/ 14104ft. (5hrs.)
Day 14: Trek to Karang Alt. 4100m/ 13448ft. (5hrs.)
Day 15: Trek to Ramanan Alt. 4600m/ 15080ft. (5hrs.)
Day 16: Trek to Samling Gompa Alt. 3800m/ 12464ft. (5hrs.)
Day 17: Trek to Shey Gompa Alt. 4500m/ 14760ft. (5hrs.)
Day 18: Rest day at Shey Gompa & Visit Chakang Gompa
Day 19: Trek to Yak kharka Alt. 4500m/ 14760ft. (5hrs.)
Day 20: Trek to Ringmu Alt. 3600m/ 11808ft. (5hrs.)
Day 21: Trek to Rachi
Day 22: Trek to Roha Village
Day 23: Trek to Dolpo (Juphal )
Day 24: Fly back to Nepalgunj & Kathmandu

Note:- Above itinerary can be re-designed as per your interest & preferences. Let us know whether you would like some changes

Inclusions and exclusions of the quoted prices: Click here for Detail

Inclusions of the cost:

International & domestic airport transfer Transfers as per the itinerary
Twin sharing basis hotel accommodation on bed and breakfast basis.
Internal transport and flight within Nepal as per the itinerary
Internal transport and flight within Nepal as per the itinerary
Accommodation & meals on the trek as indicated by the itinerary
While trekking (either in two person tents or local lodges/guesthouses).
All trekking and climbing related permit & fees as if required.
Provision of appropriate trekking and/or climbing staff (see section Life on the trek).

Exclusions of the cost:

International air fare to/from Nepal
Lunch & dinner prior to the trek, please allow US$ 20 per day
Meals at airports and whilst in Kathmandu/Pokhara - allow $20 per day.
Entry Visa fees - at present $30 on entry in Nepal.
Insurance which covers medical expenses
Personal gears & expenses