Dolpo which is also called “Ba Yul” or the Hidden valley is a land of mystery, scenery and peace and is surrounded by Dhaulagiri and Tibet from south and north. The Dolpo region is the natural embodiment of high passes, rare flora and fauna and sweeping vistas. The medicinal plant, Yarchagumba (Coerdiopsis sinensis) a type of wild mushroom is found in abundance in this region. Extracts from Yarchagumba are believed to significantly improve health and fitness. It is a rain shadow area and was opened in 1991 for trekking. All of the trekking areas in this region stretches through and around Arun River whose origin dates back to the prehistoric period. The Arun valley is one of the most beautiful regions to trek in Nepal.
Here one can find a well-preserved eco-system of plants and wildlife, including the blue sheep and the elusive snow leopard. The views of Kanjiroba peak, Phoksumdo Lake, and the Dhauligiri massif are some of the most rewarding moments of this trek. A visit to the Phoksundo Gompa – dedicated to the ancient Bonpo religion, local to Dolpo and Tibet, is a memorable experience.
Trip
Hightlights:
Duration:
19 Days
Type of Trek :
Camping
Max Altitude:
5010 m.
Minimum Pax:
2 +
Mode of travel:
Flight/Land Transportation
Grade:
Strenous
Detailed Itinerary
Day
1
Drive from Kathmandu to Beni takes about eleven hours. You follow the Marsyandi gently up through heavily terraced fields and small hill towns to the Seti River that takes you directly into Pokhara. The drive from here goes uphill on a zigzag road all the way to Naudanda. It then descends again on a zigzag road to Nayapul with views of Annapurna South, Fish tail, green hills, terraces and villages. To reach Beni, you drive along the bank of Mardi river. Stay overnight in camp.
Day
2
Trek from Beni (770m.) to Tara Khet (970m.) via Singa Bazaar (850m.) takes about seven hours. To reach Singa Bazaar you walk along the bank of the Beni river with views of villages at some distance. Singa Bazaar is a village with tea shops, lodges, hotels, beautiful terraces and typical houses. Leaving Singa Bazaar, you along quite flat land all the way to Tara Khet passing through villages. Stay overnight in camp.
Day
3
Trek from Tara Khet to Danyga Khola (1125m.) takes about six hours. This day you trek a gentle ascent until you reach Panchey (1700m.) passing villages, few trees and green hills. Now crossing a suspension bridge over Beni river you arrive at Tokra (1820m.)village. Descending gently for a couple of minutes, you reach Junla (2020m.), mostly considered as a pass. The trail appears to be quite flat passing through villages, sparse forests and green hills and you reach Danyga Khola. Danyga village lies at the bank of Danyga Khola. Stay overnight in camp.
Day
4
Trek from Danyga Khola to Dharapani (1470m.) takes about six hours. The trail is ascending and descending at the beginning and later moves along flat land all the way to Dharapani. En route you can enjoy the spectacular views of green hills, forests, typical houses and mountain views of Dhaulagiri, Mana Pathi Himal and other unnamed mountains. Dharpani is a village with good infrastructure. Stay overnight in camp.
Day
5
Trek from Dharapani to Muna (1850m.) via Sibang (1610m.) takes about six hours. At first you trek along gentle flat land with green hills on both sides. After some distance, the path goes quite up for a long distance passing through villages, forests covered with pine, oak, rhododendron and local vegetation. Before you enter Muna, you have to trek on flat land for couple of hours. Muna is a big village also with good infrastructure. Stay overnight in camp.
Day
6
Trek from Muna to Jaljala La (3390m.) via Lumsum (2100m.) and Moreni (2670m.) takes about seven hours. To reach Lumsum you have to trek through a steeply ascending path passing through the oak and rhododendron forests with views of Dhaulagiri, Mana Pathi and a few other unnamed mountains. The path is steeply up until you reach Jaljala La passing through Moreni, a village. This area is best described as a hunting area. Stay overnight in camp.
Day
7
Trek from Jaljala La to Dhorpatan (2990m.) via Gurjakot (3070m.) takes about seven hours. The trails until Gurjakot are steeply descending and then they move along flat land all the way to Dhorpatan. You walk along the bank of the river passing through forests covered with oak, pine, rhododendron, juniper and other local vegetation. Gurjakot is a small village mostly dominated by people who follow Tibetan culture. There are chortens, mani walls and prayer flags fluttering in the breeze. On the other hand, Dhorpatan is a point where roads from Baglung, Beni, Rolpa and Rukum meet. Stay overnight in camp.
Day
8
Rest day at Dhorpatan. You can visit a monastery, chortens and local markets. Hiking green hill will give you another pleasure. Stay overnight in camp.
Day
9
Dhorpatan to Takur (3190m.) via Phagune Dhuri Pass (4061m.) takes about six to seven hours. Leaving Dhorpatan you head uphill up to Phagune Dhuri Pass passing grassland and sparse forests. This pass is surrounded by green hills and you can see villages at some distance from the top. Now the trail goes steeply down passing villages, terraces and a suspension bridge over Pelma Khola (stream). As you cross the bridge you begin to follow a gentle ascending path through terraces and local villages all the way to Takur. Stay overnight in camp.
Day
10
Trek from Takur to Pelma (2600m.) takes about six hours. The trail moves down all the way to Pelma, crossing a wooden bridge over Pelma Khola. On the way, you can see several villages, terraces, green hills and local people. Pelma is a village and people living in and around this area are not well to do. Stay overnight in camp.
Day
11
Trek from Pelma to Dhule (3340m.) via Yamakhar (2480m.) and Gorba Khola (2930m.) takes about seven hours. Crossing Pelma Khola the trails go steeply up all the way to Dhule. En route, you pass through picturesque villages, terraces and green hills. Stay overnight in camp.
Day
12
Trek from Dhule to Seng Khola (3820m.) via Nautale Bhanjyang (3961m.) takes about six hours. The beginning part of the trail moves through the pine, rhododendron, and juniper forests along the steeply ascending path until you reach Nautale Bhanjyang. You can enjoy the panoramic views of the Dhaulagiri range and other unnamed mountains. Nautale Bhanjyang, which sits atop a ridge, is a grassland where local people bring yak and sheep for grazing. To reach Seng Khola you trek a gentle ascent for a couple of hours and then the trail turns steeply up all the way to your destination. Seng Khola is a village which lies at the bank of Seng river. Stay overnight in camp
Day
13
Trek from Seng Khola to Purpang (4050m.) via Paanidal Pass (4412m.) takes about seven hours. You trek a steeply ascending trail all the way to Purpang following rocky and dry land. En route you come across alpine grassland. From Panidal Pass you can have panoramic views of the Dhaulagiri range, Kantagaton Himal, Nurbukang Himal and other unnamed mountains. While heading towards Purpang, you cross a rocky and slippery trail. Stay overnight in camp.
Day
14
Trek from Purpang to Sahar Tara (3010m.) via Jangla Bhanjyang (4530m.) and Tokar (3740m.) takes about seven hours. The trail you follow is steep ascent up to Jangla Bhanjyang passing through rocky trails. You are accompanied by panoramic views of Norbu Himal, Kantagaton, Dhaulagiri, Serkeam Himal and a few others. Crossing Jangla Bhanjyang, you begin to follow a gentle descent all the way to Tokar. It is a small village surrounded by hills. To reach Sahar Tara, you again follow a steep descent passing through a few villages and sparse vegetation. Stay overnight in camp.
Day
15
Trek from Sahar Tara to Kanigaon (2540m.) via Tarakot (2550m.) and Yalkot Khola (2520m.) takes about seven hours. Crossing several villages you walk downhill all the way to your destination. Tarakot is a small village. Stay overnight in camp.
Day
16
Trek from Kanigaon to Dunai (2150m.) takes about seven hours.
Leaving Kanigaon, you begin to follow a gentle descent along the bank of the Thulibheri river passing through villages and terraces. Dunai, headquarters of the Dolpa district lies at the bank of Thulibheri river. Stay overnight in camp.
Day
17
Trek from Dunai to Juphal (2490m.) takes about two and half hours. After walking along a flat level path for some hours you begin to follow a gently ascending path passing through villages, terraces and sparse vegetation. You find farmers cultivating paddies around this area. Stay overnight in camp.
Day
18
Fly from Juphal to Nepalgunj takes about 35 minutes. Stay overnight at lodge.
Day
19
Fly from Nepalgunj to Kathmandu.
The
price includes the following services:
Airport pick-up and drop off services
Trekking permit
Entry permit fee
Trekking guide
A cook
Necessary porters
Necessary kitchen helpers
Necessary sherpas
All surface transportation to the starting
point and from the ending point of the
trek
All meals three times a day (breakfast,
lunch, dinner, juice, tea, coffee, hot
chocolate, fruits etc.)
Necessary camping equipment such as
tents, kitchen tent, dining tent, toilet
tent, mattresses, down sleeping bag, down
jacket, cooking utensils, fuel etc.
Camping charges
Necessary insurance for trekking stuff
Domestic flights wherever applicable
First Aid and kits
Rescue assistance
The
price does not include:
Personal nature expenses such as all kinds of drinks, beverages, etc.
Dolpo which is also called “Ba Yul” or the Hidden valley is a land of mystery, scenery and peace and is surrounded by Dhaulagiri and Tibet from south and north. The Dolpo region is the natural embodiment of high passes, rare flora and fauna and sweeping vistas. The medicinal plant, Yarchagumba (Coerdiopsis sinensis) a type of wild mushroom is found in abundance in this region. Extracts from Yarchagumba are believed to significantly improve health and fitness. It is a rain shadow area and was opened in 1991 for trekking. All of the trekking areas in this region stretches through and around Arun River whose origin dates back to the prehistoric period. The Arun valley is one of the most beautiful regions to trek in Nepal. 
