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 is believed to significantly improve health and fitness.
Dolpo is a rain shadow area which was first opened for trekking in 1991. All of the trekking areas in this region stretch through and around the Arun River whose origin dates back to the prehistoric period. The Arun valley is one of the most beautiful regions to trek in Nepal.
Dolpo is protected by the Shey-Phoksundo National Park and lies to the north of the Dhaulagiri Range bordering the Tibetan Plateau. 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 Phoksumdo Gompa – dedicated to the ancient Bonpo religion, local to Dolpo and Tibet, is a memorable experience.
The Upper Dolpo region is another remote and hidden destination in the far west where Nepal's most tranquil and natural beauty is still unexplored. The home of herbal land, unspoiled trans-Himalayan culture, Buddhist monuments, and unique human civilization at high altitude is worth a visit. Trekking around the Dolpo region is an unforgettable journey in every visitor's life. Observing different rain shadow landscapes with stunning mountain views, wild flowers, Himalayan blue sheep, snow leopards, and huge birds like the Himalayan griffon. The Upper Dolpo is the home of the Bhotiya and Sherpa people.
Trip
Hightlights:
Duration:
20
Days
Type of Trek :
Camping
Max Altitude:
5010 m.
Minimum Pax:
2 +
Mode of travel:
Flight/Land Transportation
Grade:
Strenous
Detailed Itinerary
Day
1
Day 1 Fly from Kathmandu to Nepalgunj. Stay overnight at hotel in Nepalgunj
Day
2
Fly from Nepalgunj to Juphal and trek from Juphal to Dunai takes 6 hours. Stay overnight at camp
Day
3
Trek from Dunai to Shyanta (2520 m.) takes about six hours. Stay overnight at camp.
Day
4
Trek from Shyants to Rechi (2940 m.) takes about seven hours. Stay overnight at camp.
Day
5
Trek from Rechi to Phoksundo (3733m.) takes about five hours. Stay overnight at camp.
Day
6
Rest day at Phoksundo lake. Stay overnight at camp.
Day
7
Trek from Phoksundo to Sallaghari (3756 m.) takes about seven hours.
Stay overnight at camp.
Day
8
Trek from Sallaghari to Kalgla Base Camp {Lar Tsa (4120 m.) } takes about six hours. Stay overnight at camp.
Day
9
Trek from Kalgla Base Camp to Shey Gompa (4160 m.) takes about six hours. This day you will cross over the Ganda La. Stay overnight at camp.
Day
10
Trek from Shey Gompa to Saldang takes about seven hours. Stay overnight at camp.
Day
11
Rest day at Saldang. Stay overnight at camp.
Day
12
Trek from Saldang to Rakyo (4160m.) takes about six and half hours.Stay overnight at camp.
Day
13
Trek from Rakyo to Murjung (4965m.) takes about seven hours. Stay overnight at camp.
Day
14
Trek from Murjung to Dhotarap (3944 m.) takes about seven hours. Stay overnight at camp.
Day
15
Trek from Dhotarap to Ghyamgar (3756 m.) takes about six hours. Stay overnight at camp.
Day
16
Trek from Ghyamgar to Chhyugar (3441 m.) takes about six and half hours. Stay overnight at camp.
Day
17
Trek from Chhyugar to Tarakot (2537 m.) takes about six hours. Stay overnight at camp.
Day 18
Trek from Tarakot to Dunai (2140 m.) takes about six hours. Stay overnight at camp.
Day 19
Trek from Dunai to Juphal (2475 m.) takes about four hours. Stay overnight at camp.
Day 20
Fly from Juphal to Nepalgunj. On the same day you fly from Nepalgunj
to Kathmandu.
The
price includes the following services:
Trekking guide
A cook
A kitchen helper
A sherpa
Necessary Porters
All land transportation wherever necessary
All meals three times a day (breakfast, lunch, dinner, coffee, tea, juice, hot chocolate)
Necessary camping equipment such as tents, kitchen tent, dining tent, toilet tent, mattresses, down sleeping bag, down jacket, cooking utensils, 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 is believed to significantly improve health and fitness. 
