Dolpo Phoksundo Lake Trek

The Dolpo region is the natural embodiment of high passes, rare flora and fauna, and sweeping vistas, which is enriched by the traditional Tibetan cultural heritage. This region, surrounded by Dhaulagiri and Tibet from south and north, respectively, is regarded as a blend of natural and cultural phenomena. It was opened in 1991 for trekking. This region lies on the north side of Himalayas, it is also a rain shadow area and the climatic situation of this place is same as that of Mustang. One of the longest treks in Nepal is Dolpo Trek that takes 34 days to complete. In this trek, the maximum elevation will be 4,530 m. to 5,115 m. and is one of the most arduous treks of the country. Kanchanjunga Trek Literally the Kanchanjunga means crystal clear in Nepali while geographically the Kanchanjunga mountain is the second tallest in Nepal and the third tallest in the world after the Mt. Everest of Nepal and the K2 of Pakistan. The whole trekking areas in this region stretches through and around Arun River whose origin dates back to prehistoric period. The Arun valley is one of the most beautiful regions to trek in Nepal. Traveling around this part also gives an opportunity to enjoy and experience the traditional culture of Rai and Limbu, the native locals of this area. Trekking in this area is an adventure that is full of enthusiasm, excitement and above all, an unforgettable lifetime experience. Source: TAAN directory 2005

Trekking Itinerary for 17 days:

Day 01 : Arrival Kathmandu transfer to Hotel
Day 02 : Preparation Day for trekking
Day 03 : Drive ( 16 hours ) or Fly to Nepalgunj
Day 04 : Fly to Juphal (2250m) trek to Dunai (2150m)
Day 05 : Trek to Tharakot (2700m) Camp
Day 06 : Trek to Lahini (3200m) Camp
Day 07 : Trek to Naure Odar ( 3100m ) Camp
Day 08 : Trek to Dho (4000m) Camp
Day 09 : Acclimatization ( Rest Day ) Camp
Day 10 : Trek to Nun La Pass Base Camp, Camp
Day 11 : Trek to Bagla La Pass (5090m) Camp
Day 12 : Trek to Ringmo (3510m) Camp
Day 13 : Trek to Chepka (3000m) Camp
Day 15 : Trek to Juphal (2550m ) Camp
Day 16 : Fly to Nepalgunj
Day 17 : Drive or Fly to Kathmandu, Next day kathmandu sightseeing & other rest or free time or departure.

Lower Dolpo Trekking 20 days

Day 01 : Arrive Kathmandu transfer to Hotel
Day 02 : Kathmandu sightseeing full day
Day 03 : Kathmandu / Nepalganj by Bus or flight Next day : Juphal by flight . Start trek Dunai camp
Day 04 : Dunai to Ankhe camp
Day 05 : Ankhe to Somdu camp
Day 06 : Somdu to Phoksundo camp
Day 07 : Phoksundo to Sallaghari camp
Day 08 : Sallaghari to Yak Kharka camp
Day 09 : Yak Kharka to Shey Gompa camp
Day 10 : Shey Gompa to Saldang camp
Day 11 : Saldang to Yak Kharka camp
Day 12 : Yak Kharka to Thaksema camp
Day 13 : Thaksema to Dhotarap camp
Day 14 : Dhotarap to River side camp
Day 15 : River side to Odar camp
Day 16 : Odar to Eklebhatti camp
Day 17 : Eklebhatti to Dunai camp
Day 18 : Dunai to Juphal camp
Day 19 : Juphal to Nepalganj by flight stay in Hotel
Day 20 : Nepalganj drive or fly to Kathmandu

Rest or departure or free time

Upper Dolpo Trekking 27 days Trekking

Day 01 : Arrive Kathmandu transfer to Hotel
Day 02 : Kathmandu Sightseeing full day - Hotel
Day 03 : Kathmandu to Nepalganj by bus or Flight - Hotel
Day 04 : Nepalganj to Juphal by fly- camp
Day 05 : Juphal to Dunai - Camp
Day 06 : Dunai to Hanke check post - camp
Day 07 : Hanke to Reji - Camp
Day 08 : Reji to Ringmo ( shey– Phoksundo Lake ) - camp
Day 09 : Shey phoksundo Lake Rest day - Camp
Day 10 : Shey – Phoksundo Lake to Silver Forest - Camp
Day 11 : Silver forest to Sehula Bhanjyang (Ngondala) Base camp - Camp
Day 12 : Sehula Bhanjyang (Ngondala) to Shey – Gompa - camp
Day 13 : Shey – Gompa to Saldang - camp
Day 14 : Saldang Rest day - camp
Day 15 : Saldang to Sibu - camp
Day 16 : Sibu to Jenjla La Base Camp
Day 17 : Jenjla La to Se La Base Camp
Day 18 : Sela Base Camp to Dho Tarap camp
Day 19 : Dho to Tarap Rest day - camp
Day 20 : Dho Tarap to Big Cave - camp
Day 21 : Big Cave to Lahini - camp
Day 22 : Lahini to Tarakot - camp
Day 23 : Tarakot to Heute Ghar - camp
Day 24 : Heute Ghar to Dunai - camp
Day 25 : Dunai to Juphal - camp
Day 26 : Juphal flight to Nepalgunj
Day 27 : Nepalgunj drive or fly to Kathmandu

Other days Rest or departure