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Upper Dolpo Trek

Trip Facts

  • Total Duration 29 days
  • Trip Grade Moderate to Strenuous
  • Max Altitude 5360m.
  • Start From Juphal
  • End From Juphal
  • Accommodation Camping
  • Best Season: Mid April to early November

Trip Highlights

  • Spectacular Landscapes
  • High Himalayan passes
  • Shey Phoksundo Lake
  • Beautiful Waterfalls and Rivers
  • Traditional Tibetan villages
  • Buddhist/Bon culture
  • Ancient Buddhist/Bon Monasteries, Stupas, and Mani Walls
  • Unforgettable Trekking in Trans Himalaya zone
  • Splendid Mountains view

Trekking to the Upper Dolpo region takes you to the highest rural region of Nepal. Shrouded by the mighty Dhaulagiri ranges, the Upper Dolpo is a hidden treasure of Nepal. This region is still untouched and unexplored, preserving the authenticity of nature. With its diverse terrain and rich Tibetan culture, the Upper Dolpo trekking course offers you an entirely raw experience of Far West Nepal.

The isolated, off-beaten trails and fascinating geography of this trek attract many trekkers. Only recently opened for tourism activities, Upper Dolpo is increasingly bringing more travelers to explore the mystical region.

Lying between the Tibetan plateau and Dhaulagiri ranges, this trek lets you explore some of the most beautiful places, lakes, and rivers. After you arrive in Kathmandu, your Upper Dolpo trek starts with a flight to Jhupal via Nepalgunj. The trail passes through many beautiful villages, valleys, and some of the most spectacular landscapes. You will also traverse through Shey Phoksundo National Park.

Witness the renowned Phoksundo Lake and the Crystal Mountains. You will also get the chance to visit some of the oldest monasteries in the region.

You can do this trek during spring and autumn. Spring (April-May) and autumn (October- November) provides the perfect temperature with pleasant and clear weather to trek. It is better to avoid this trek during winter due to heavy snowfall and blizzards. It makes some passes impossible to climb.

As Upper Dolpo lies in a restricted area, you cannot trek alone. You will also need to obtain Lower Dolpo Restricted Area entry permit, Shey Phoksundo National Park permits, and Upper Dolpo Restricted Area entry permit for this trek.

Blossom Expeditions is here to provide you an enjoyable trekking experience. As this trek is done in groups, our trained guides can ensure you a safe and memorable trek to Upper Dolpo.

Trip Itinerary

Days Programs
1 Arrival in Kathmandu (1300m.)
2 Preparations day
3 Fly to Nepalgunj an hour
4 Fly to Jhuphal (2475m.) and trek to Kagani  (2413m.)  45 mins flight, 3-4 hours Trek
5 Trek to Rainchi (2940m.) 5-6 hours
6 Trek to Phoksundo Lake (3,611m) 4-5 hours
7 Acclimatization and rest at Phoksundo Lake
8 Trek to Sallaghari (36300m.) 5-6 hours
9 Trek to Nangdo la (Kangla La Pass) high Camp (4717m.) 5-6 hours
10 Trek to Shay Gumpa (4160m.) via Nangdo La Pass (5360m.) 6-7 hours
11 Rest Day
12 Trek to Namduna (Namgung) Gaun (4430m) via Saldang La (5010m.)  6-7 hours
13 Trek to Saldang (3,620m.) 4-5 hours
14 Trek to YangjerGumba (3760m.) 4-5 hours
15 Trek to Shimengaon (3870m.) 5-6 hours
16 Trek to Tinjegaon (4150m.) 6-7 hours
17 Trek to Yak Kharka 6-7 hours
18 Trek to Tokyu (4240m.) via Choila Pass (5051m.) 7-8 hours
19 Trek to DhoTarap (3940m.) 4-5 hours
20 Rest Day
22 Trek to TarapKhola (Kamakharka) (3,800m)  6-7 hours
23 Trek to Khanigaon(3,150m.)  4-5 hours
24 Trek to Tarakot (2,537m.)  4-5 hours
25 Trek to Dunai (2,140m.)  5-6 hours
26 Trek to Juphal (2475m.) 2-3 hours
27 One Extra day we might needed
28 Fly to Nepalgunj and to Kathmandu
29 Free Day
30 Departure to Home

Trip Highlights

  • Spectacular Landscapes
  • High Himalayan passes
  • Shey Phoksundo Lake
  • Beautiful Waterfalls and Rivers
  • Traditional Tibetan villages
  • Buddhist/Bon culture
  • Ancient Buddhist/Bon Monasteries, Stupas, and Mani Walls
  • Unforgettable Trekking in Trans Himalaya zone
  • Splendid Mountains view

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