Lower Dolpo Trek
Lower Dolpo Trek
Wilderness Trekking
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Trip Facts
Duration : 15 Days
Max-Altitude : 5238 M
Program Type : tea house / camping
Best Season : March to Dec
Per Day Walking : 6/7
Trek Grade :
Grade 3:
Since the terrain can be hard and the days long, hikers on these treks should be in good physical condition and have some previous mountain walking experience. Steep climbing may be involved, although it is never necessary to use ropes. Treks at this level can he arranged for periods of 16 to 21 days. Typically, a gradual ascent through a green river valley will lead you up to a number of high passes, where you will reach the altitude of 5416m. Often times, you will get a close insight into the Tibetan culture. Participants should expect to trek above 5416m/17872ft.
All price inclusive
$ 2200
$ 2000
Overview
Lower Dolpo Trek 15 days Itinerary
Lower Dolpo Trek is an attractive isolated landscapes journey in Nepal compared to the Annapurna region and Everest region. Lower Dolpo Trek offers a chance to trek through one of Nepal’s most remote regions with the primary characteristic of the Shey Phoksundo Lake, a limited number of tourists allowed to visit per year.
The trek to Lower Dolpo is the Midwestern part of Nepal, and it is 15 days trek with a basic Tea house and homestay including 3 nights 4 days camping during the passes the places call Numala Base Camp 4,440 M, Danigar 4,510 M, and Yak Kharka 3,982 M.
Lower and Upper Dolpo region trek was opened in 1990 for foreigners. Local use yak and sheep caravans that travel through the Dolpo valleys to Tibet for trade. quite a long time ago Hidden valley for enchanted scenes.
Lower Dolpo Trek is a magnification adventure Himalayas view of the Dolpo region, It calls rain shadow trekking in Nepal which is the best time to do June, July, August, Sep-Oct, lower Dolpo trekking permit is $10 per week per person Issue from the Nepal immigration office, And Phoksundo National park permits are $30 per person.
The main highlighted of the Trek is Phoksundo Lake and several high passes, it is an adventure and enthralling path, reasonably tough trek connects with the part of the Great Himalayan Trail (upper Dolpo trek).
Flora and fauna
Lower Dolpo of Phoksundo Lake is situated 3,612 m. Above sea level, which is a very charming Lake, rhododendron and pine trees around, Wild animals- Himalayan Thar, musk deer, Danphe and Monals protected under the Phoksundo National park. The trails are the natural stone step.
People and religion of lower Dolpo
Lower Dolpo has Magar, Thakali, Bohora, Tibetan, and Bhote populations. They have a typical Buddhist culture and a long-accepted society of Bonpo followers who follow Tibetan culture and are well-preserved against the outside world, with local practices and beliefs that seem to echo a distant past, for example, the purest forms of Buddhism. Guru Rinpoche is said to have blessed the entire region in the 8th century, and it has long been a refuge for devout Buddhists in troubled times.
Isolated region
The lower Dolpo area is a Restricted but isolated paradise and area of Nepal. The mountains are gray hills and dry alpine grazing deserts. During the day there is a lot of wind and dust, greenery can be seen less. Therefore, this trek is Isolated from other treks.
Trek Durations
lower Dolpo trek 15 days journey begins with a short scenic flight from Kathmandu to Nepalgunj, followed by another 30-minute flight to Juphal, the start of the trek. this trek discovers the beautiful villages of Dunai Bazaar, Phoksundo, Dhotrap, Numala Base Camp, and beautiful blue color Shey-Phoksundo Lake with around green valley pine forest.
Local agency
Nepal Wilderness trekking is a Reliable trekking agency in Nepal, who leads Lower Dolpo trek expert team, we are sure, that you will have Qualities time with our experienced guide and porters, our guide is Knowledgeable, responsible, the Local guide who born in the same area known every corner of trekking trails, history, people, cultures of the Dolpa region.
Lower Dolpo Trip Highlighted
- World deepest and blue Phoksundo Lake
- Basic tea houses accommodations
- Rainshadow trekking region
- Less tourist visiting per year
- 3-night tent, Numala Base Camp, Danayghar and Yak Kharka
- Remote region and own culture followers
Detail Itinerary
- Day 01: Fly to Jhupal and trek to Dunai 2140m. 4 hours overnight at lodge
- Day 02: Trek to Tarakot, 2540 m 5-6 hrs, overnight at lodge
- Day 03: Trek to Laina Udar, 3375m 4-5 hrs, overnight at lodge
- Day 04: Trek to Ghyamgar 3756M 5/6 hour hike overnight at lodge
- Day 05: Trek to Dhotrap, 3944 m 6-7 hrs, overnight at lodge
- Day 06: Rest day
- Day 07: Trek to Numala Base Camp, 4440 m 4-5 hrs, overnight at tent
- Day 08: Trek to Danigar 4510 m via Numa La Pass 5238m 6-7 hrs, overnight at tent
- Day 09: Trek to Yak Kharka 3982m via Baga La Pass 5214 m 5-6 hrs, overnight at tent
- Day 10: Trek to Shey-Phoksundo 3733 m, overnight at lodge
- Day 11: Rest day
- Day 12: Trek to Rechi 2940 m, overnight at lodge
- Day 13: Trek to Raktang 2260m overnight at lodge
- Day 14: Trek to Jhupal 2475m overnight at lodge
- Day 15: Fly to Nepalgunj and fly back to Kathmandu
Cost Included
- All land transfer and flight tickets Kathmandu to Nepalganj- Jhupal- Nepalganj- Kathmandu.
- National Park Conservation and lower Dolpo special trekking permits and TIMS fees.
- Lodge Accommodation and 3 times meal a day during the trekking.
- 3-night tent trek
- fluent English-speaking license holder local Sherpa Guide and necessary porters.
- All programs according to itinerary on full board.
- guide and porter Wages, equipment, insurance, and other facilities to staffs.
Cost Excluded
- Hotel in Kathmandu
- Lunch and dinner in Kathmandu
- Travel Insurance (which is covering helicopter rescue Evacuation if in case of emergency.
- Personal expenses.
- All bar bill.
- Items of personal nature, i.e., Soft/hard drinks, tips, etc.
Reviews
Lower Dolpo Trek 15 days Itinerary
Lower Dolpo Trek is an attractive isolated landscapes journey in Nepal compared to the Annapurna region and Everest region. Lower Dolpo Trek offers a chance to trek through one of Nepal’s most remote regions with the primary characteristic of the Shey Phoksundo Lake, a limited number of tourists allowed to visit per year.
The trek to Lower Dolpo is the Midwestern part of Nepal, and it is 15 days trek with a basic Tea house and homestay including 3 nights 4 days camping during the passes the places call Numala Base Camp 4,440 M, Danigar 4,510 M, and Yak Kharka 3,982 M.
Lower and Upper Dolpo region trek was opened in 1990 for foreigners. Local use yak and sheep caravans that travel through the Dolpo valleys to Tibet for trade. quite a long time ago Hidden valley for enchanted scenes.
Lower Dolpo Trek is a magnification adventure Himalayas view of the Dolpo region, It calls rain shadow trekking in Nepal which is the best time to do June, July, August, Sep-Oct, lower Dolpo trekking permit is $10 per week per person Issue from the Nepal immigration office, And Phoksundo National park permits are $30 per person.
The main highlighted of the Trek is Phoksundo Lake and several high passes, it is an adventure and enthralling path, reasonably tough trek connects with the part of the Great Himalayan Trail (upper Dolpo trek).
Flora and fauna
Lower Dolpo of Phoksundo Lake is situated 3,612 m. Above sea level, which is a very charming Lake, rhododendron and pine trees around, Wild animals- Himalayan Thar, musk deer, Danphe and Monals protected under the Phoksundo National park. The trails are the natural stone step.
People and religion of lower Dolpo
Lower Dolpo has Magar, Thakali, Bohora, Tibetan, and Bhote populations. They have a typical Buddhist culture and a long-accepted society of Bonpo followers who follow Tibetan culture and are well-preserved against the outside world, with local practices and beliefs that seem to echo a distant past, for example, the purest forms of Buddhism. Guru Rinpoche is said to have blessed the entire region in the 8th century, and it has long been a refuge for devout Buddhists in troubled times.
Isolated region
The lower Dolpo area is a Restricted but isolated paradise and area of Nepal. The mountains are gray hills and dry alpine grazing deserts. During the day there is a lot of wind and dust, greenery can be seen less. Therefore, this trek is Isolated from other treks.
Trek Durations
lower Dolpo trek 15 days journey begins with a short scenic flight from Kathmandu to Nepalgunj, followed by another 30-minute flight to Juphal, the start of the trek. this trek discovers the beautiful villages of Dunai Bazaar, Phoksundo, Dhotrap, Numala Base Camp, and beautiful blue color Shey-Phoksundo Lake with around green valley pine forest.
Local agency
Nepal Wilderness trekking is a Reliable trekking agency in Nepal, who leads Lower Dolpo trek expert team, we are sure, that you will have Qualities time with our experienced guide and porters, our guide is Knowledgeable, responsible, the Local guide who born in the same area known every corner of trekking trails, history, people, cultures of the Dolpa region.
Lower Dolpo Trip Highlighted
- World deepest and blue Phoksundo Lake
- Basic tea houses accommodations
- Rainshadow trekking region
- Less tourist visiting per year
- 3-night tent, Numala Base Camp, Danayghar and Yak Kharka
- Remote region and own culture followers
- Day 01: Fly to Jhupal and trek to Dunai 2140m. 4 hours overnight at lodge
- Day 02: Trek to Tarakot, 2540 m 5-6 hrs, overnight at lodge
- Day 03: Trek to Laina Udar, 3375m 4-5 hrs, overnight at lodge
- Day 04: Trek to Ghyamgar 3756M 5/6 hour hike overnight at lodge
- Day 05: Trek to Dhotrap, 3944 m 6-7 hrs, overnight at lodge
- Day 06: Rest day
- Day 07: Trek to Numala Base Camp, 4440 m 4-5 hrs, overnight at tent
- Day 08: Trek to Danigar 4510 m via Numa La Pass 5238m 6-7 hrs, overnight at tent
- Day 09: Trek to Yak Kharka 3982m via Baga La Pass 5214 m 5-6 hrs, overnight at tent
- Day 10: Trek to Shey-Phoksundo 3733 m, overnight at lodge
- Day 11: Rest day
- Day 12: Trek to Rechi 2940 m, overnight at lodge
- Day 13: Trek to Raktang 2260m overnight at lodge
- Day 14: Trek to Jhupal 2475m overnight at lodge
- Day 15: Fly to Nepalgunj and fly back to Kathmandu
Cost Included
- All land transfer and flight tickets Kathmandu to Nepalganj- Jhupal- Nepalganj- Kathmandu.
- National Park Conservation and lower Dolpo special trekking permits and TIMS fees.
- Lodge Accommodation and 3 times meal a day during the trekking.
- 3-night tent trek
- fluent English-speaking license holder local Sherpa Guide and necessary porters.
- All programs according to itinerary on full board.
- guide and porter Wages, equipment, insurance, and other facilities to staffs.
Cost Excluded
- Hotel in Kathmandu
- Lunch and dinner in Kathmandu
- Travel Insurance (which is covering helicopter rescue Evacuation if in case of emergency.
- Personal expenses.
- All bar bill.
- Items of personal nature, i.e., Soft/hard drinks, tips, etc.
Frequently Asked Questions
Lower Dolpo Trek is Moderate trails trekking so it is difficult for the Numa La Pass 5238 m and Baga La Pass 5214 m. there will be 3 night camping because of no tea house in the Numa La Base Camp, Danigar and Yak kharka.
The Accommodation is very basic in the Lower Dolpo trek so please do not Expect better like a Annapurna and Everest region.
There is no tea house in the Numa La Base Camp, Danigar and Yak kharka, so we need to bring tents and some high foods supply for 3 night. Enhance 3 night camping will be basic Nepalese foods and high foods with tea, coffee, so please do not expect full camping style.
Our guide is well train about wilderness mountain altitude sickness; if there is an emergency for our customers, then our guide finds out immediate solution calling with us and your insurance office and rescue if you’re insurance cover the evacuations.
high altitude sickness called acute altitude sickness (A.M.S.) normally might occur once people ascend too quickly usually in altitudes of over 3000 m. someone feel it difficult breath and headed, but drink enough waters and acclimatize will help very much
