- Activities
Trekking
- Starting Price
Group Joining (6-12 pax): $4,000-$5,500
- Accommodation
Tea House, Camping
- Max. Altitude
Saldang La Pass 5200M
- Best Season
Autumn (September–November)
- Trip Hours/Day
5 - 6 Hours
- Trip Grade
Moderate
- Group Size
2-10
Upper Dolpo Trek
Upper Dolpo Trek
- Nepal
- Trekking
- Moderate
- 18 to 22 Days
- Saldang La Pass 5200M
Trip Facts
Highlights & Attractions
- The Upper Dolpo Trek is one of Nepal’s most remote and culturally rich treks, taking you through the hidden valleys of the Shey Phoksundo National Park.
- Shey Gompa (4,500m) A 12th-century monastery located in the Crystal Mountain region
- Ancient Tibetan Buddhist & Bon Culture Upper Dolpo is a restricted area preserving Tibetan traditions untouched by modernization.
- High Mountain Passes Kang La Pass (5,360m) – Stunning views of the Dolpo peaks. Salda La Pass (5,200m) – Connects Shey Gompa to Saldang. Jeng La Pass (5,090m) – Offers panoramic Himalayan views.
- Remote & Untouched Landscapes Vast high-altitude deserts, deep valleys, and dramatic rock formations. The Barbung River Valley and Tarap Valley offer breathtaking scenery.
Trip Itinerary
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Day 01 - 02: Arrival in Kathmandu (1,400m)Arrival in Kathmandu (1,400m) Flight arrival, visa processing, and trek briefing. Sightseeing in Kathmandu (optional).
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Day 03: Fly to Nepalgunj (150m)Take a flight from Kathmandu to Nepalgunj (hot and humid plains).
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Day 04: Fly to Juphal (2,475m), Trek to Dunai (2,150m) – 3 hrsScenic flight to Juphal, then a short trek to Dunai.
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Day 5:: Trek to Ankhe (2,660m) – 5-6 hrsFollow the Thuli Bheri River and enter Shey Phoksundo National Park.
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Day 6: : Trek to Sulighat (3,500m) – 6-7 hrsSteep climb through forests and waterfalls.
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Day 7: : Trek to Phoksundo Lake (3,600m) – 4-5 hrsReach the mesmerizing turquoise Phoksundo Lake.
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Day 08: Acclimatization at Phoksundo LakeExplore nearby villages (Ringmo) and monasteries.
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Day 09: Trek to Phoksundo Khola (3,700m) – 4 hrsRugged trail along the lake and river.
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Day 10: Trek to Phoksundo Bhanjyang (4,400m) – 7-8 hrsChallenging ascent to a high pass.
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Day 11: Cross Kang La Pass (5,360m), Trek to Shey Gompa (4,500m) – 6-7 hrsOne of the toughest days, crossing Kang La Pass into Crystal Mountain region. Day
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Day 12: Rest Day at Shey GompaVisit the ancient Shey Gompa (11th-century monastery).
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Day 13: Trek to Namduna Gaon (4,400m) via Saldang La Pass (5,200m) – 6-7 hrsAnother high pass crossing.
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Day 14: Trek to Saldang (3,900m) – 4 hrsDescend to Saldang village.
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Day 15: Trek to Yangze Gompa (4,900m) – 5-6 hrsExplore another remote monastery.
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Day 16: Trek to Sibu (4,560m) – 6-7 hrsRemote trails with stunning mountain views.
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Day 17: Cross Jeng La Pass (5,090m), Trek to Tokyu Gaon (4,240m) – 6-7 hrsAnother high pass before descending to Tokyu village.
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Day 18: Trek to Dho Tarap (4,090m) – 4-5 hrsVisit the Tibetan-influenced village of Dho Tarap.
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Day 19-20: : Trek back to Juphal via Tarap Khola & DunaiRetrace steps through lower Dolpo.
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Day 21: Fly from Juphal to Nepalgunj, then to KathmanduReturn flights to Kathmandu.
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Day 22: Departure from KathmanduFinal departure or extension trips.
Package Includes
- Land Transfer Kathmandu-Airport
- 3-meals per day prepared at Camping Trek
- Supporting field staff including professional trekking guide & Assistance
- Guide & porters as well as their necessary insurance, meals and allowances.
- Accommodation During Treks.
Package Excludes
- Personal Nature Expenses
- Travel / medical insurance and emergency evacuation cost
- Personal expenses such as laundry, telephone calls, alcoholic beverages
- Highway Foods and Expenses During the Travelling.
- Domestic Flight Ticket .