Upper Dolpo Trek

After landing at TIA, our staff from Mission Himalaya Treks will be there at the airport displaying the name board. After that our representative will pick you up and you will be transferred to a hotel. On this day you can go for a short walk around the hotel sides or do some rest.
You will get a chance to enjoy the nepali culture at a traditional nepalese restaurant in the evening. You will stay in the same hotel where our staff have dropped you before.

Our morning will start with  breakfast. After having breakfast we will start our short sightseeing tour to our World Heritage Site of Nepal. Hindu temple Pashupati Nath which is the temple of lord Shiva. World’s largest stupa Boudha Nath which indicates buddhist temple. Durbar Square of Kathmandu where ancient statues can be seen and which was ruled by king Medieval. Buddist temple Swayambu Nath which is also called as a monkey temple from where you can see the whole Kathmandu Valley.
You will return back to the hotel in the evening. After returning back from sightseeing you will get time to purchase some gears for trekking to Upper Dolpo on rent.

Starting the day with breakfast, our team heads from Kathmandu to Nepalgunj on a flight. The flight offers a scenic view of tall mountains and hills. After landing you will see the amazing view of the surrounding from the airport of Nepalgunj, you will enjoy the sunny environment of Nepalgunj.
After landing our team will head towards the hotel and rest and enjoy the whole day at Nepalgunj. You can go for a short visit to the hamlet of Nepalgunj. Also, you can enjoy the city area also you can visit Muslim bazaars and mini zoos. Later on, you will come back to the hotel and pack for tomorrow's flight and trek.

Our day starts with breakfast at the hotel and then we will head toward the Nepalgunj airport to take a flight to Juphal, flying over the marvelous hills. After landing at Juphal we will start our trek which takes about 3hours to reach Dunai. 
Adventure trek through plains, fast-flowing rivers, and terraced fields. In the evening you will view the glimpses of Dunai hamlet.

As we head out for the trek, we will go across the suspension bridge over the briskly flowing Thuli Bheri river. Our plan for today is to reach Ankhe hamlet. Trail passes through hanging bridges, relaxing with the sound of flowing rivers and dense forest.

As you reach phoksundo valley we will take some rest there and start to stroll through dense forest towards Ankhe. After reaching there you will take some rest and if you want you can go for a short stroll to Ankhe village.

Our hike starts from Ankhe and ends at Sulighat. Today's trek is a little tough for beginners. The trail passes through rocky up and down hills which are hard and  steepy so it is a challenging trek.
Though it is quite hard, you can go slowly and carefully to complete today’s trek. The beautiful eye-catching view of the snow-capped mountain makes the trek more exciting. After reaching Sulighat you will stay a night there.

Beginning the morning with breakfast, we start our trekking from Sulighat to Phoksundo lake.Strolling toward the junction of two rivers Phoksundo and Pungmo river we will cross the bridge. Continuing the trek through cedar forest we will head towards Palam hamlet.

Strolling through the forest and steep rocky trails, we will ascend to observe an eye-blessing view of Phoksundo lake and waterfall. Leading the way through pine groves and walnuts we’ll reach Ringmo village which is a Tibetian settlement area. After walking for 4-5 hr enjoying the trail we reach Phoksundo Lake. This day we will stay there camping.

Getting up in the morning, having self made breakfast and enjoying the day exploring Phoksundo lake. The view of the Phoksundo lake seems so amazing. Taking a bath at turquoise lake is strictly prohibited.
As we know Ringmo is the place of Tibiten buddhist people, you can learn the art, culture and tradition of Buddhist people. There is beautiful Tshowa Buddist monastery at the shore of Phoksundo. After blessing the eyes with the amazing view of lake and beautiful monastery we’ll be back to Ringmo hamlet and stay there at night.

Beginning the day with breakfast we will proceed towards our destination Phoksundo khola.Trials from Ringmo  to Phoksundo khola are narrow, steep and rocky which is slightly dangerous and challenging for the new trekkers.
Region of Phoksundo khola is remote and far away from development. Arriving at Phoksundo Khola we will cross the floodplain and search for camping areas and spend overnight in a camp.

On this day we will trek from Phoksundo Khola to Phoksundo Bhanjyang. Strolling through an easy flat trail we can see the mesmerizing view of a snow-capped mountain. Chamlang Range and other mountains.
After passing the flat trail you will arrive at a challenging steepy trail. As you ascend the trail you will see the mind-boggling view of Kang-La Pass.  Trekking for 6-7 hr we’ll reach Phoksundo Bhanjyang and spend the night there camping.

Breakfast in the morning, our team will proceed the way from Kang-La Pass to Shey Gompa. In the trail, the large valley will catch your eyes with magical scenarios though the trail is not so good. The amazing view of snow-capped mountain peaks grants you feel like paradise.
Trek to Shey Gompa to Kang-La Pass takes around 6-7 hours of stroll which is not an easy walk. After reaching Shey Gompa we will cross the mud caves and up and down the trail we will make a tent and stay there overnight.

Today is the day to relax and enjoy the beauty of the Shey Gompa area. The day will be spend exploring the village of Shey Gompa and buddist monasteries. Also there is Shey-Pokshundo National Park which is the key attraction to this remote region.
Shey Gompa lies in between Kanja Nala and Yeju Nala which looks stunning. You can visit the hamlet and also monasteries of Gompa where you can see ancient statues, prayer walls, buddist arts  and buddist culture which was built in the 11th century.

On this day we will start our morning with early breakfast and start our long trek to Namuna Gaun. Strolling through the steepy up and down trail, you should pass through Saldang La Pass from Shey Gompa to reach Namuna Gaun.
Trail of today’s trek is rocky and steepy though we will enjoy the yaks pasture and beautiful hills far away. After spending some time in Saldang La Pass we will go downward to reach our destination Namuna Gaun. We will take a short walk to the famous  Namgung monastery. Then we will spend the night in a tent.

Day starts with breakfast and starts to walk through a dusty trail. Following the trails to Saldang La Pass with picturesque views we reach there after walking about 5,6 hours. Saldang is the famous hamlet of Dolpo where about 600 people are settled as a community.
You will see the beautiful hamlet and cultivated green lands in Saldang. A night will be spent there in the hamlet of Saldang

Today's hike will be a memorable hike because we are hiking to the 1000 yr old Bonpo monastery. Crossing the river and strolling through the barren trails you will reach the beautiful Yangtze Gompa.
The night will be spent camping at Yangtze Gompa.

Breakfast in the morning and we will trek back to Saldang from Yangtze Gompa. After returning we will head towards Sibu. Strolling through the side of the river and then crossing the terraced fields then we will reach Namdo hamlet to have dinner and take some rest.
Continuing the trek to Sibu and arriving there after 5 hours we will rest and enjoy the rest of the time. We will stay overnight camping.

Having breakfast in the morning, trekkers start to hike from Sibu. Following the trails through normal trails and rivers to get to the side of the valley.  Trekkers trek for 5-6 hr to arrive at Jeng-la Phedi.
Near the Jeng La Phedi the trails are a little slippery and rocky grassland. Trekkers will stay camping at Jeng-La Phedi overnight.

Starting the day with breakfast, our trekking destination to Tokyu Goan will start. After strolling for 3hr  we will cross Jeng La Pass. Continuing the trek viewing Mt. Dhaulagiri and other mountains covered with snow will amaze you.
Trekkers will stroll downhill to Tarap valley and then go uphill to the green valley of Tarap area. After walking for some minutes you will find monasteries, cultivated fields, hamlets, chorten, and many more. There is no accommodation facilities so we should stay camping at Tokyu.

Trekkers will start their trek to Dho Tarap after having breakfast. Trekking will be on an easier trail where thick green bushes can be seen on the other side of the river. Though the trail is easy, the way is a little bit risky so you have to be careful.
In Dolpo, there is a famous French school located outside Dho Tarap hamlet. Dolopo is the settlement of the Tibentan people so you can find the Tibetan hamlet and Magar hamlet.
After trekking for about 5 hours we will reach our destination place Dho Tarap and stay camping there overnight.

Today you will explore and enjoy the view of Dho Tarap. Field visits at Dho Tarap make the day enjoyable and memorable. You can find green farms with unique crops.  They protect the crops from animals and  wind by building zig-zag walls.
Trekkers can also get to know the dress,  tradition and culture of magar and buddhist people. Actually today’s day is to rest and acclimatize at high altitude and to be safe from altitude sickness. You will spend the night at a tea house or camping.

This day's trek is a long and tough day for trekkers. Trekkers have to walk for about 6-7 hour through desert-like landscapes, Juniper bushes and through the trail of wild roses crossing them and entering the valley of the amazing Himalayan above the beautiful treeline.
Trekking for about 6 hr you will arrive at Kamakharkha where you can find the joint of Tarap Chu and Lang Khola. Also you can observe the herds of blue sheep. After arriving at Kamakharkha you will enjoy the environment and spend the night over there camping.

Starting the day with breakfast we will proceed for our destination to Khani Goan. Today’s trek will be little adventures and more exciting than you expect. Trekkers will stroll through the staircase and bridges made by woods. The bridges are damaged but trekkers should cross the bridges above the icy stream on the way to Khani Khola.
Trekkers will stroll about 4-5 hr to reach Khani Goan from Tarap Khola. The trails are damaged but exciting. Arriving at Khani Goan trekkers will spend their night camping.

In today’s trek  you can gaze at the amazing mind-boggling view of Himalaya in the trail. After having breakfast we will pack our bags and head for our destination to Tarakot. Following the trail of Pine trees, walnuts, apple trees and junipers of Lalberi hamlet.
Crossing the old fortress town you can get to see the mesmerizing view of snow-capped mountains. Ater trekking for about 4-5 hours you’ll reach Tarakot and spend the night camping there.

Breakfast in the morning and get ready to trek from Tarakot to Dunai. The trek will be so exciting with the view of briskly flowing Bheri river and pine groves in the trail. You can capture some pictures of gorgeous views of paradise.
After walking for more than 5hr trekkers will reach Dunai. Enjoy the rest of the day exploring and spent the night there at Dunai.

After having breakfast we will pack our bags and fly back to Kathmandu from Nepalgunj. The flight offers a scenic view of  Mt Dhaulagiri, other tall mountains and hills. After landing you will be transferred to a hotel.
Remaining time you can take a short walk to explore a nearby hotel and if you have brought gears in rent it's time to return back. In the evening farewell dinner at Nepalese restaurant and night at the hotel.

Here comes the end of the 27 days trekking to the Upper Dolpo trek of Nepal. If you have time then you can go shopping or taste some street foods at a nearby hotel. Our Mission Himalayan Trek and Expedition's member will come to pick you up from the hotel 3hr before your flight and drop you at TIA.
If you have any questions or confusion about this 27 days Upper Dolpo Trekking then feel free to ask, we will respond within an hour