Lower dolpo trekking - Lower Dolpo trek - Dolpo trekking
Lower Dolpo trekking is popular treks in Dolpo region. Lower Dolpo trekking offer unique Himalayan views of Annapurna , Dhaulagiri and Kanjiroba Himalayan range , beautiful valley , glimpse of beautiful She Phoksundo lake, wilderness trekking trails with mixed culture. Lower Dolpo trekking lies in western part of Nepal and opened for trekker 1982. Lower Dolpo trek required Hiking / trekking experience and good physical fitness need to crosses the three high passes of Dolpa region like Kagmara La 5115m, Baga La (5190 m), Numa La (5159 m). Lower Dolpa trekking is restricted trekking trail thus need special trekking permit through government registered Nepal trekking company. Minimum two person trekkers need to obtain Lower Dolpo treks permit. Lower Dolpa trekking offer opportunities to visit primitive villages like Hanke, Tarakot, Tarap, Dho, high passes, beautiful Lakes, isolated Buddhist monasteries and various rare and endangered species of wildlife and plants, wildlife like Blue sheep, Mountain Goat, Jackal, Wolf and Snow Leopard etc so Dolpo trekking is known as wilderness trekking destination in Nepal Himalaya.
Lower dolpa trekking begins from Juphal after a short flight from Nepalgunj.ANA trekking guide led through lush valley , ancient villages up to She Phoksundo Lake then trail continue threes high passes explore the beautiful of Dolpo region. Normally, Spring , monsoon and Autumn season is recommended trekking in Lower Dolpo but ANA arrange around the Dolpo trekking as per travelers wish either group join or private with unforgettable experience of Nepal Himalayas. At least 3 weeks holidays required for Lower Dolpa treks but Apex Nepal Adventure Pvt. Ltd arrange customized trekking service as per client’s demand.
Trekking duration: 24 days
Starting from: Jumla after flight from Nepalgunj
Ending at: Juphal and fly down to Nepalgunj
Grade: Moderate to Strenuous and alpine.
Highest access of the trek: Kagmara La (5115 m)
Culture: Mixed with typical Nepalese ,Tibetans.
Mode of trekking tour: Camping trek only
Himalayan sights: Sisne Himal Range, Kanjiroba Himal.
Splendid breathtaking place: Most challenging special trek in remote western Nepal .
Lower Dolpo Trekking Itinerary
Day 01: Arrival in kathmandu 1334m, Apex Nepal Adventure ’s representative will transfer to hotel , Dolpo trekking briefing with officially arrangements. overnight at Kathmandu.
Day 02: After breakfast, Relaxing / shopping with own activities or leisure day in Kathmandu because this day is required to make Dolpa special trekking permit with original passport. Overnight at kathmandu .
Day 03: Fly, Kathmandu to Nepalgunj & transfer to hotel
Day 04: Early morning, fly to Jumla and trek to Ghotichour (2700m).
Day 05: Ghotichaur to Chutra (2856)
Day 06: Chutra to Chaurikot (3000 m.)
Day 07: Chaurighot to Kaigaun (3245m)
Day 08: Kaigaun to Garpung Khola (3285m)
Day 09: Garpung Khola to Kagmara phedi (4645m)
Day 10: Kagmara phedi - Cross Kagmara pass (5115 m) to Pungmi Kharka
Day 11: Pungmi Kharka to Phoksumdo Lake (3600m)
Day 12: Rest at Phoksumdo Lake & excursion
Day 13: Phoksumdo Lake via Baga –la cross to Baga-La Phedi (5070m) forest camp
Day 1: Baga-La forest camp to Numla Phedi (4535m)
Day 15: Numla Phedi -Cross Numla (5190m) and trek to Tarap (4040m)
Day 16: Tarap to Dho (4020m)
Day 17: Dho to Big cave (3600m)
Day 18: Big cave to Lahini (3200m)
Day 19: Lahini to Tarakot (2800m)
Day 20: Tarakot to Dunai (2150m)
Day 21: Dunai to Juphal (2500m)
Day 22: Fly Juphal - Nepalgunj to Kathmandu & transfer to hotel
Day 23: After breakfast, our tour guide will take to for historical monuments sightseeing in kathmandu valley such as Boudhhanath: visit Bodhnath Stupa, one of the biggest Buddhist shrines in the world, where we observe Buddhist monks in prayer in the monasteries surrounding the stupa than visit Pashupatinath: the most famous Hindu temple in the country, located on the banks of the holy Bagmati River. Here you see Hindu holy men (sadhus) meditating, pilgrims bathing and occasionally funeral pyres burning on the ghats. Kathmandu durbar square: you will enjoy with different Hindus Temple , Goddes Kumari, legend of kathmadu valley and in the evening farewell dinner in Nepalese Restaurant, overnight at kathmandu in Hotel.
Day 24: After breakfast, Relaxing/shopping with own activities ,Apex Nepal Adventure’s representative will drop to Kathmandu international airport for onward destination.
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