Trip Overview
Introduction To Upper Dolpo Trek
Upper Dolpo Trek is the perfect trek for those who love adventure and isolated trek that takes you to a remote area with the unique beauty of Nepal. Dolpo is a beautiful trekking destination located northwest of the Karnali region and is the most isolated region of Nepal with difficult topography.
The main attraction of this region is Phoksundo Lake which lies inside the Phoksundo National Park. Surrounded by jungles and snow-covered peaks, this lake is described as the world’s natural hidden wonder. The Upper Dolpo trek is not only beautiful for its natural glory and biodiversity but also for its unique cultural and social aspects.
The people of this region are of Tibetan origin and are still preserving their primitive way of life, tradition, and Buddhism. Most people in this area speak Tibetan so rarely can people understand Nepali. Shay Gompa, a beautiful monastery known as the spiritual center of Upper Dolpo, is situated on the base of Crystal Mountain and is visited annually by many pilgrims.
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It is a beautiful district even though it is remote and underdeveloped, so travelers rarely visit this area. In this way, we can see beautiful valleys, local settlements, magnificent mountains, lush green forests, rhododendrons, oaks, etc. This area was closed to foreigners but now it is open. So you can enter the area after obtaining a special permit from the Government of Nepal.
Permit for Trek
Since this trekking area is restricted, the individual trekker cannot obtain a trekking permit for this area from immigration. So there must be at least two people in the group. This Upper Dolpo Trek is perfect for summer and monsoon seasons. Due to heavy snow in the winter season, this time is not ideal for Upper Dolpo Trek. It does not require good technical skills for trekking. But past trekking experiences or regular walking habits make your trip easier.
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Trip Itinerary
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Day 01
Fly Kathmandu to Nepalgunj -1 hour.
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Day 02
Fly Nepalgunj to Juphal (2,475m) and trek to Chhepka (2,838m) – 6 to 7 hours walk.
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Day 03
Chhepka to Chunuwar (3,110m) - 6 to 7 hours walk.
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Day 04
Chunuwar to Ringmo/Phoksundo Lake (3,733m) - 3 to 4 hours walk.
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Day 05
Free day at Ringmo/Phoksundo Lake.
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Day 06
Ringmo/Phoksundo Lake to Chunemba (3,639m) - 5 to 6 hours walk.
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Day 07
Chunemba to Snowfields Camp (4,400m) - 7 to 8 hours walk.
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Day 08
Snowfields to Shey Gompa (4,310m) via Kang La (5,375m) - 6 to 7 hours walk.
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Day 09
Free day at Shey Gompa.
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Day 10
Shey Gompa to Namgung (4,430m) via Shey La (5,000m) - 6 to 7 hours walk.
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Day 11
Namgung to Saldang (4,060m) - 3 to 4 hours walk.
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Day 12
Saldang to Sibu (4,200m) - 5 to 6 hours walk.
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Day 13
Sibu to Lagmo Che (4,570m) - 4 to 5 hours walk.
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Day 14
Lagmo Che to Tokyu (4,209m) via Jeng La pass (5,110m) - 7 to 8 hours walk.
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Day 15
Tokyu to Dho Tarap (4,080m) - 2 to 3 hours walk.
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Day 16
Dho Tarap to Sisaul (3,750m) - 4 to 5 hours.
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Day 17
Sisaul to Laina Odar (3,370m) - 8 to 9 hours walk.
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Day 18
Laina Odar to Lingdo (2,391m) - 5 to 6 hours.
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Day 19
Lingdo to Dunai (2,140m) - 5 to 6 hours walk.
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Day 20
Dunai to Juphal (2,475m) - 4 to 5 hours walk.
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Day 21
Fly Juphal to Nepalgunj – 35 minutes.
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Day 22
Nepalgunj to Kathmandu – 1 hour.
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Guest Review
Dom Miller
2022-12-10
Nepal
Have just returned from my fourth trip to Nepal and as always Odyssey Treks organized everything superbly. We visited Makalu relatively late in the season and were rewarded with empty trails and amazing weather. Karma was as entertaining, friendly, and informative as ever along with Ang Dawa Sherpa who together made the three weeks perfect.
They also organized a few days to Helambu at short notice as I had some time spare, all done easily and professionally. Thanks for the company both and I will be back again. I cannot recommend Odyssey highly enough as a genuinely friendly, locally based company that provides not only unforgettable experiences but also great service at a very reasonable cost.
Thanks.
Alex Matthew
I have just returned from the trip of a lifetime. Always wanted to visit and see the Himalayas and to have completed the trip with the most excellent hosts really made the trip come alive. Odyssey took care of everything and ensured that we experienced real Nepalese hospitality. We climbed up to 3700 meters, saw Ganesh Himal, experienced true excitement on the trek, ate superbly produced fresh food along the route..and above all met some amazing people. Thanks to Karma, Rinji, and our fantastic porters…without you guys it wouldn’t have happened!! All the best. Alex
- Trip Durations 22 Days
- Trip Destination Nepal
- Group Size 2-20
- Accomodation Tea House/Camping
- Trip Grade Strenuous
- Best Season Sept-Dec, March-May
- Max Altitude 5,375m
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Trip Start
Kathmandu -
Trip End
Kathmandu
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