Lower Dolpo Trek | Lower Dolpo Circuit Trek

We take off from Kathmandu and fly to Nepalgunj while taking in the beautiful scenery. Because of its location in the western part of Nepal, close to the Indian Border, Nepalgunj is a significant commercial hub for many areas. We can take a stroll through Nepalgunj's bustling markets later in the evening. Spend the night in Nepalgunj at a 3-star hotel. 

Today, from Nepalgunj, we take a 35-minute flight to Juphal. Our trekking expedition begins as soon as we land in Juphal. We descend to the Bheri River via neighbourhood settlements and terraced fields. As the walk reaches the settlement of Dunai, it continues along the riverbank and passes the Roop Ghar with its water mill. Spend the night at Dunai in a tent camp.

Following the upstream path that borders the Bheri River today, we hike to Tarakot. To get to Tarakot, we go along a flat trail with picturesque scenery as a backdrop. As we go over the hill, we also pass through steep canyons, hanging bridges, and deserted settlements. The medieval fortress town of Tarakot, which is situated on a hillside south of the Bheri River, welcomes us as we make further progress on our journey with dry stones and vibrant terraced fields. Spend the night at Tarakot in a tent camp.

We continue the path that goes to the broad valley along the Bheri River's southern bank. In order to go to Laisicap and cross the main river, we then travel east down the Bharbung Khola. Now, we go north via Tarap Khola to Khanigaon, which provides a stunning view of Sandul Gompa across the valley. We ascend the difficult route one last time to reach Laina Odar while taking in the vista of Putha Hiunchuli (7246) and the Churen Himal Range. tent camp at Laina Odar for the night. 

The hike from Laini to Nawar Pani takes approximately 5 hours and covers a distance of 3545 meters (11630 feet). The trail offers breathtaking views of the surrounding landscape and is a moderate-level trek suitable for experienced hikers. With regularity, the route continues its ascent along the Tarap River's gorge after breakfast.  Being on a route where you have to leap from one side to another to cross a river in a confined space gives you a true sense of being in a remote region. tent camping overnight.

The trek from Nawar Pani to Dho Tarap is challenging, taking approximately 7 hours to complete. With an elevation of 4090 meters (13418 feet), this route offers breathtaking views of the surrounding mountains and landscapes. It is important for trekkers to be well-prepared and physically fit for this demanding journey. We progressively rise toward Kamattarka, the intersection of Tarap Chu and Lang Khola, as we move along the Tarap River's bank. To go to the settlement of Dho Tarap, we have to cross a little gorge, leave the tree line, and enter a trail that is covered with juniper and wild rose plants. A beautiful town with stone walls around it, Dho Tarap was formerly a well-known commercial hub for traders from Mustang and Tibet. Spend the night at Dho Tarap's tent camp.

We take a day off from hiking and spend the day touring Dho Tarap in order to get used to the thin air. We take advantage of the chance to learn about and comprehend the local culture, tradition, and way of life by spending the remainder of the day seeing the monasteries close by. The residents of Dolpo dress in handcrafted garments and use Tibetan-style somba (boots with pointed toes) for footwear. The two main religions practised here are Bon-Po and Nyigmapa. tent camp at Dho Tarap for the night. Additionally, trekkers can take part in cultural activities and interact with the friendly locals to learn more about their way of life. 

The trek from Dho Tarap to Numala Bas Camp is challenging, taking approximately 6 hours to complete. This section of the trail reaches an altitude of 4440 meters (14566 feet), providing trekkers with breathtaking views of the surrounding mountains and landscapes. Today we move towards Numa La Base Camp, following the Tarap Chu River and climbing upwards to Tokyu, a traditional community with an elegant Kani gait and traditional homes. We proceed northwest along the main route after crossing a bridge to Khanger. After that, we go on hiking along the difficult terrain until we arrive at Numa La Base Camp. Tented camp in Numa La Base Camp for the night. 

This is the first day of a challenging trip to reach Numa La Pass (5310m). On the hard and rocky route, we climb up high slopes on top of infinite ridges. We are rewarded with breathtaking views of Mt. Dhaulagiri (8167m), the Churen Himal Range, and Norbung Kang as we reach the summit (6085m). After pausing for a while, we continue our descent down the Gyambo Khola, passing past the lovely Danighar meadow. In Danighar, spend the night at a tent camp.

We leave Danighar behind and travel via Baga La, another pass, to reach Temche (5170m). We climb steeply on the run-down yak track. We might need to exert more energy as we ascend owing to the quick elevation rise. Sacred Chortens with a magnificent view of Norbung Kang (6085m) and other peaks, as well as the captivating Phoksundo Lake, can be found at the summit of the pass. To get to Temche, we subsequently plunge into a wide gorge and cross a frozen river. Spend the night at Temche in a tent camp.

From Temche, we first drop to Yak Kharka and then rise to the town of Ringmo, going through a woodland trail lined with luxuriant oak, pine, juniper, and cypress trees. With the breathtaking sight of soaring cliffs and a sizable waterfall, we travel to Ringmo village, a well-known Bon town in the Dolpo region. We go a short distance from Ringmo to the stunning Phoksundo Lake. Tented camp in Shey Phoksundo Lake for the night.

We take another day off from hiking and use it to visit Ringmo village and Phoksundo Lake. Phoksundo Lake is a stunning lake with a turquoise hue that is also thought to be the deepest lake in Nepal. From the Lake, we get a beautiful view of Ringmo village. We tour the surrounding Ringmo town and visit the 900-year-old Tshowa (Bon Monastery). Above the lake region, we also come across a great number of stunning glaciers. Tented camp in Shey Phoksundo Lake for the night.

Today's hike to Chhepka begins with a leisurely stroll down the riverbank and then climbs steeply to the top of a hill for the final glimpse of the stunning Phoksundo Lake. From there, we go downhill for a bit until arriving at Chunuwar. The route then turns toward Rechi through a pine and birch woodland. We finally reach Chhepka after a slow ascent that alternates between uphill and downhill sections of the trail. tent camp at Chhepka for the night.

As we leave Chhepka, we go via the communities of Shyanta and Kageni as we make our way to Juphal. We travel from Shyanta to the Shey Phoksundo National Park checkpoint through a forest trail. Next, after crossing the Dhim Khola on the metal suspension bridge, we travel to Juphal through lovely fields of wheat and barley. Juphal tent camp for the night. 

We take an early-morning, beautiful flight from Juphal to Nepalgunj. We travel to Nepalgunj and board the subsequent aircraft to Kathmandu. We take you to your hotel in Kathmandu, where you can rest and unwind for the remainder of the day. You may explore the local restaurants in the capital city later in the evening. Stay in a Kathmandu 3-star hotel.

Today marks the end of your journey across Nepal. A member of our staff will drive you and your group to Tribhuwan International Airport for your last departure. We wish you and your team a happy return from your vacation in Nepal. I forward to seeing you soon.