LOWER DOLPO TREK

Morning after breakfast, our city guide takes you on a tour around the world heritage sites within Kathmandu city. After an exciting and interesting tour back to the hotel, preparation and packing for trekking.

Non-essential clothing and items not required for treks, can be stored in the Hotel or with Kirat Society Adventure.

As time for Nepalgunj, transfer to the domestic airport for an hour scenic flight to Nepalgunj. At Nepalgunj, ample time to explore the western Terai city of Nepalgunj. The people of southern Nepal have strong Indian influence and cultures due to the border close to India.

Carrying the camping gear and food supply for the whole treks of more than two weeks. At Jhupal a few hours walk from the airstrip towards our overnight stops at Dunai. The headquarters town of Dolpo districts, transfer to a simple lodge for refreshing dinner and overnight.

From Dunai, morning walk leads past market place and then crosses a bridge over Thulo Bheri River. Climb over a ridge above Phoksundo River valley with views of Kagmara peak. After a pleasant walk, our route heads downhill past farm villages within walnut trees close to Dhera. A small cattle herder’s settlement, from here a short climb towards Raha Gaon village of Thakuri a Hindu tribe.

Walk from here downhill into forested area to reach our first overnight camp at Chhepka, a small farm village.

After Chhepka which is close to Ankhe village, the morning walk starts with a short climb and descent. Walk through the forest of pines, spruce and fir trees to the river bank, and then climb. On leaving the forest behind and then downhill back into the forested area. The route follows upstream to cross a small bridge at Ryajik village, trek leads further to Samduwa for overnight stop. Situated close to the entrance of Phoksundo National Park.

The morning walk leads to our first destination and highlights Ringmo Village by the picturesque Phoksundo Lake. The walk follows Pungmo Khola (stream) around the valley downhill through pine and birch trees. Reaching the upper side of Phoksundo Khola. After a short break walk to Ringmo village, an interesting village of Tibetan origin culture with mud plastered Chorten and Mani (prayer) walls of Bon sect and Buddhist religion. From here a short walk to Phoksundo Lake for overnight camp near the shore of scenic and turquoise colored Phoksundo Lake.

A perfect spot for a rest day, marvel the beautiful views of dramatic country with its scenic landscapes. Views of Kagmara peaks, have time to explore around Ringmo village of immense cultural interest of Tibetan Buddhism.

From Phoksundo Lake and the nice village of Ringmo, the route leads towards remote areas within mountain wilderness. Far from villages and human settlements for a few days, except for some Yak herder’s camps. Morning walk follows the base of Baga-La and Numa-La Passes. The route follows south amidst dense forest, then reaching a yak herder summer pastures with shelters at Timche. The overnight camp is at the base of Baga-La pass, around the remote area of Timche.

Start early in the morning after a good breakfast for the long day to cross Baga-La, the first high pass of the adventure. The climb starts with a steep up following ridge lines all the way to the top of Baga-La. For the hard effort, rewards with marvelous views of Phoksundo Lake, Kagmara and Kanjirawa peaks. After a refreshing scenic stop, then downhill on the other side of Baga-La for overnight camp. Setting the camp on a nice meadow known as Danigar a Yak herder’s camp and shelter.

Another last pass to cross and the highest point of the adventure, after breakfast a short gradual walk. Then reach the base of Numa-La pass, start the climb of a few hours to the top of Numa-La Pass. On reaching the highest spot, enjoy the dramatic scenery facing views of snow-capped peaks with beautiful landscapes. Includes views as far as Dhaulagiri Himal range towards east, after an exciting scenic view downhill to the base of Numa-La for overnight camping.

Enjoying time around pure wilderness, from here walking back to the villages. Morning starts on a gradual winding path. The walk follows through tall blue pine and fir trees. Enjoy the pleasant walk on a winding path, reaching a wide open area at Tarap Chu River. Then a short walk towards a large village of Dho Tarap inhabited by a mixed mountain tribe of Tibetan origin. As well as Magar people the main hill tribes of western Nepal. Overnight camp near the village farm land, with time to explore the village and monastery.

Leaving Dho Tarap, morning starts towards a wide Tarap Valley, then following the Tarap Chu River. As it joins the Thuli Bheri River near Tarakot village, the route leads to an interesting gorge of Langa. A place with beautiful waterfalls, from here to Sisal and Kesila. A small area of Yak herder’s temporary shelter to set up our overnight camp. This camping area is called Gyagar, an isolated place within a river gorge.

From here an exciting walk to the end of Tarap valley, the wide valley turns to a narrow gorge. The walk leads to a small path with little vegetation and wild rose bushes. The trek continues to reach a place with a large overhanging cave, this place is called Toltol. Chances of spotting some wildlife, like mountain goats and sheep. The walk continues reaching the confluence of Tarap Chu and Lang Khola River. The overnight camp is set close to the river after a long and interesting walk of the day.

The adventure slowly comes to a near end, the morning walk follows through isolated farms and forested areas. Then walk by the river banks with the last climb to Tarakot. A large village with historical background of Malla Kingdom regime. This village and a fortress, used to collect tax from the merchants who used this ancient Trans Himalaya Salt Trade Route. Tarakot is an interesting village to explore around. After setting the camp, visit the old Sandul Gompa located on the junction of Barbung Khola and Tarap Chu River.

Enjoy the last day trek, the morning walk follows to Dunai, the major town and headquarters of Dolpo. The walk to Dunai of a few hours, on reaching the large town of Dunai for lunch stop. Then taking the comfort of a short few hour drive to Jhupal. For the last overnight in Dolpo and Far Western Nepal, at Jhupal accommodation in a nice simple lodge.

As time for the flight to Nepalgunj, bidding farewell to trekking staff and mule driver porters. Morning a short walk to Jhupal airport, as the small aircraft reach Jhupal airstrip parking. Then get on board in a small aircraft for a short scenic flight to Nepalgunj facing views of Western Himalaya range of peaks.

From Nepalgunj airport connecting flights to Kathmandu on a bigger plane for an exciting flight back to Kathmandu. On arrival at Kathmandu airport, transfer to your hotel.

A free or Contingency day in case of flight delay before and after the treks. If all goes well according to our itinerary days, enjoy a free day for shopping or join for another tour to Patan and Bhaktapur, worth a visit not to be missed.