To reach to Palma, we have to pass through beautiful forest, following a river. We have to ascend sometimes and descend sometimes. On the way we can see the local people with their mules as dzopas (cross bread of Yak and Cow). After 4 hrs we will reach Reechi village, leaving behind Reechi we will reachChumuwar after 2 hrs. There is aAmchi Hospital, an Amchi is a doctor who is educated in traditional Tibetan medicine. You can have treatment from herbs and numerals. Interested person can donate for this Hospital. Today we will have overnight at tented camp, inclusive of full board meal.
Upper Dolpo Trekking route is a remote and unspoiled destination near the Tibetan border of Nepal. Upper Dolpa is opened only in the late eighties for trekkers. The isolated trekking destination offers unique culture, landscape, mountain views and great Himalayan experience without any modern tech.
Highlights of Upper Dolpo Trekking
- You will follow the footprints of the ancient trans-Himalayan traders.
- You will be freely exploring the region in a dry weather without worrying about the rain as the region lies in the rain shadow area of Dhaulagiri ranges.
- You will have an amazing time inside your tented camp on this trek around the Shey Phoksundo lake, Crystal mountain, and the crisp views of Dhaulagiri ranges.
- You can catch a view of diverse flora and fauna in the SheyPhoksundo National Park.
- You get an insight into the life and culture of the followers of Bon Buddhism.
Overview
Upper Dolpo lies in the northwest distant of Nepal, between the Tibetan Mesa and the Dhaulagiri mountain ranges. Trekking to Upper Dolpo is famous camping trekking in Nepal best for adventure seekers. The Upper Dolpo trekking – 24 Days takes in, as the name recommends, the upper part of this region, which is even more distant and rarely visited which was only opened to visitors at the end of the 1980s, Upper Dolpo is still taken as delimited area which requires a special permit. Phoksundo Lake; Shey Gompa; Bon Po practitioners; Buddhist monasteries; views of Dhaulagiri; Crystal Mountain (a mountain whose cliffs are fastened with quartz and marine fossils); unique Tibetan cultures; the glorious and rare snow leopard – all of these may sound acquainted. And yes, they are the topic of the Peter Matthiessen’s book “The Snow Leopard” and Eric Valla’s film of Dolpo life, ‘Himalaya’.
While Dolpo region is in general a dry, unadorned place, it is fastened with fast flowing rivers, roaring waterfalls, deep river canyons, lush pastures, and valleys of dug fields. Distant villages with stimulating cultures, including the Bon Po religion, and off course the gorgeous icy waters of Phoksundo Lake are other fascinations in this region. As part of Dolpo falls under the Shey Phoksundo National Park, the wildlife, such as the snow leopard, rare Himalayan blue sheep, goral, thar, Himalayan black bear etc. is sheltered.
This three week Upper Dolpo trek is not for the weak-hearted as trails are difficult, high, steep, shaky, and sometimes barely there. Long walking days at high altitude are the model with several high passes to cross, but for those with the endurance, fitness level and utter willpower, this Upper Dolpo Trekking – 24 Days is certainly a once-in a lifetime trip.
Outline Itinerary
| Day | Program | Elevation |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Arrival in Kathmandu | 1360m |
| 2 | Sightseeing Around Kathmandu Valley | |
| 3 | Flight to Nepalgunj | 150m |
| 4 | Flight to Juphal | 2475m |
| 5 | Trek to Chhepka – 6 hrs Walk | 2838m |
| 6 | Trek to Palam – 6-7 hrs Walk | 3820m |
| 7 | Trek to Phoksundo Lake – 4 hrs Walk | 3620m |
| 8 | Exploring Day | |
| 9 | Trek to Salla Ghari – 5-6 hrs Walk | 3640m |
| 10 | Trek to Lar Tsa – 6 hrs Walk | 4120m |
| 11 | Trek to Shey Gompa – 7-8 hrs Walk | 4320m |
| 12 | Rest Day – Shey Gompa | 4320m |
| 13 |
Trek to Namgung – 6 hrs Walk
|
4430m |
| 14 | Trek to Saldang – 3 hrs Walk | 4046m |
| 15 | Trek to Sibu – 6 hrs Walk | 4000m |
| 16 | Trek to foot of the Jengla – 4-5 hrs Walk | 4480m |
| 17 | Trek to Tokyo Gaon – 6-7 hrs Walk | 4240m |
| 18 | Trek to Dho Tarap – 2 hrs Walk | 4200m |
| 19 | Trek to Serkam – 7 hrs Walk | 3623m |
| 20 | Trek to Tarakot – 5 hrs Walk | 2280m |
| 21 | Trek to Dunai – 5 hrs Walk | 2109m |
| 22 | Trek to Juphal – 3 hrs Walk | 2404m |
| 23 | Flight to Kathmandu via Nepalgunj | 1440m |
| 24 | Departure to your destination |
Itinerary
Price Includes
- Airport Pickup and Drop by private transport
- 1 nights hotel in Kathmandu at tourist standard hotel ( centrally located, attach bathroom, hot and cold shower) and standard hotel in Nepalgunj
- Meals on full board (Breakfast, lunch and dinner) during trekking period.
- Kathmandu –Nepalgunj - Nepalgunj- Juphal Flight Tickets/ ground transport for Clients and Trekking Crews.
- Juphal to Nepalgunj - Nepalgunj – Kathmandu Fly back
- Best available accommodations during the trek in Teahouse/tent camp.
- TIMS CARD (Trekking Information Management System) - ( we need two photos each for permit
- Kathmandu-Tumlingtar-Kathmandu Flight Tickets/ ground transport for Clients and Trekking Crews.
- Dolpo Special Permit fees $500 Per Person
- All the camping equipment such as sleeping tent, Dinning tent, kitchen tent, toilet tent, sleeping mattress, Sleeping Bag and necessary Kitchen Equipment etc.)
- An experience trekking guide (trained by Ministry of tourism), trekking cook, kitchen helper, Sherpa
- Necessary number of porter’s their meal /accommodation / transportation / salary / insurance / equipment’s are included in price.
- Trekking Permits for Dolpo Restricted Area
- Trekking poles, sleeping bag/duffle bag (we provide these if necessary).
- Trekking Maps
- Rubbish Disposal
- Our Service Charge and Government Taxes
Cost Excludes
- All meals in Kathmandu
- Extra nights hotel stay in Kathmandu.
- Tips to guides and support staff.
- Additional costs in case of emergency (You must have adequate travel insurance to cover any kind of emergencies, such as ground transportation & Heli recue/medical/hospitalization. Medical etc).
- Your International flight ticket airfare
- Energetic chocolate/energy drinks/alcohol/mineral water/cigarettes/packing food snacks etc
- Additional medication for altitude sickness (Acetazolamide etc).
- Personal expenses and any other unforeseen expenses, such as Laundry/WIFI on trek/phone call
- Personal trekking equipment.
- Nepal entry visa fees which can get up on your arrival in Kathmandu airport
- Sightseeing tour and All the entrance fees of temple in Kathmandu
- Services not mentioned herein
It depends on the individuals’ adaptation of walking in any situation and at any circumstances. It depends on the location and choice of trekkers. Both difficult as well as easy treks are available. Difficulty of the treks depends on the region of the trek and duration of it. Shorter treks tend to be easier while longer ones require some physical fitness.
Completely, we assure the safety and security of the women travelling with us. We will provide the privacy that the women need. We will also give you a personal room on lodge and personal tent for camping while trekking.
Tea House Trek – is a trek during which at the end of each trekking day you stay for overnight in Tea Houses. “Trekking Guide Team Adventure” also organizes Camping Treks during which you stay for overnight in tents which our guides will set up for you and food during such treks will be cooked by our experienced cook.
Yes, you can get it in Tribhuvan International Airport in Kathmandu. As you arrive to airport fill the form and proceed to the visa line. You have to pay 25US$ for 15 days of visa from the day of issue, 40US$ for 30days and 100US$ for 90 days of tourist visa. For this you have to bring two passport size photos.
There are enough airline companies operating daily flights from Middle East of Kathmandu. Kathmandu only has got only international airport in Nepal so, where ever you are coming from you must come through tribhuvan international airport.
For coming to Nepal you should have both medical and Rescue evacuation insurance. Yes you can get it here too, but we recommend purchasing it in your own country to avoid any last minute hassle and basal.
In Nepal it rains a lot between Junes to August. You too can enjoy great treks during this period of year in rain shadow region. But if you planning for more popular trek autumn and spring is the best time. As during this period climate will be moderate and will favorable for the trekking.
Nepal has modern banking facilities having branches of some international bank. Almost all foreign currency along with credit card such as American Express, Visa and Master card are accepted. Nepal also has ATM facilities.
We suggest you to book your trip in advance to avoid the disappointment and hassles. We too will make an effort to accommodate last minute bookings but some time due to the last minute planning we may unintentionally make few mistake which may offend you so it will be better to do advance booking.
Yes, our agency representative will pick you from airport. We will be displaying our placard of your name with our agency name.
This depends on the destination you will be at and package, facilities you may choose . However our trip profile will give you information about how to budget form additional meals, optional excursions and extra expenses that might occur in any specific trip.
Since we are Nepal based company we refer to arrange your international flights from your home town. But domestic flight ticket will be included in our package. Other help like river rafting, city guided tour, mountain flight, jungle safari will be provided according to your necessities.
If you are in good physical condition then you do not require any hiking experience for short trekking. But if you are planning for the longer ones then you should do long day hikes at your home.
Permit is not required for trekking in Everest, Annapurna, Langtang and some other regions. However, conservation permits or National park permits are required. There are few restricted trekking areas in Nepal where trekking permits are required.
All the meals are prepared with high standards of hygiene, fruit and vegetables are soaked in iodine before preparation. Most of lodges serve boiled and filter water which is safe. It is also possible to buy the bottle of mineral water in the trek.
All of our guides are trained with first aid and have basic idea about the physical problems that may arise during trekking. If an emergency occur then we will cover initial expenses of rescue operation as these expenses will need to be recovered from your insurance company. For minor cases there are health posts established by foreign doctors and many are staffed by overseas personnel.
You need to pay 30% of total price as advance deposit to conform reservation before arriving to Nepal. Rest of the payment can be paid after arrival.
You can bring power bars, cereal bars and similar high energy foods, powder Gatorade is also recommended to fight dehydration.
In the way in many villages along the popular trekking routes you can find telephones from where you can make international calls. And now a days we have the internet facilities most of the trekking destination.
You can do all day walk, where you stay overnight (or several nights) at three activities in Nepal, but they are quite different things. Trekking is a multi-the place you’ve walked to.
Hiking generally refers to a one-day walk. It might be two hours or eight, but if it takes place within a single day, it’ll probably be referred to as a hike.
Mountain climbing is another thing entirely. It takes special equipment, training and comes with more risk. Neither trekking nor hiking require any special skill, other than the ability to walk.
