Nepal · Trekking

18-Day Lower Dolpo Trek from Kathmandu with She-Phoksundo Lake

18 Days Round trip from Kathmandu 44600 Moderate pace
Lower Dolpo Trek
Lower Dolpo Trek

The journey

Trip highlights
  • 01 Explore the beautiful Tibetan Buddhist culture of Lower Dolpo
  • 02 See old monasteries along one of Nepal's most outstanding treks
  • 03 Visit spectacular She-Phoksundo Lake, the deepest lake in Nepal
  • 04 Walk through picturesque valleys, dense pine forest, and rare rhododendron forest
  • 05 Cross the high passes of Numa La and Baga La

Go on an 18-day Lower Dolpo trek, one of the most amazing and outstanding treks in Nepal. See the beautiful Tibetan Buddhist culture, old monasteries, the spectacular She-Phoksundo Lake, which is the deepest lake in Nepal at 145 m, picturesque valleys, dense pine forest, rare rhododendron forest, and spectacular landscapes.

See the beautiful Tibetan Buddhist culture, old monasteries, the spectacular She-Phoksundo Lake, which is the deepest lake in Nepal at 145 m, picturesque valleys, dense pine forest, rare rhododendron forest, and spectacular landscapes.

From the itinerary

At a glance

What this trip includes

Duration 18 Days
Tour type Private
Activity level Moderate
Accommodation Included · Premium
Transport Included
Wheelchair access No
Cities Nepalganj, Kathmandu, Dolpo, Phoksundo Lake
Languages English

Day by day

The itinerary

1
Day 01

Arrive in Kathmandu

  • Arrive in Kathmandu and transfer to the hotel.

Overnight in Kathmandu (1400m)

2
Day 02

Kathmandu Sightseeing and Trek Preparation

  • Go sightseeing in Kathmandu.
  • Return to the hotel and prepare for the trek.
3
Day 03

Fly from Kathmandu to Nepalgunj

  • Fly from Kathmandu to Nepalgunj (495m).

Time taken - 1 hour

4
Day 04

Fly to Juphal and Trek to Dunai

  • Fly from Nepalgunj to Juphal and trek to Dunai (2156m).

Time taken - 3 hours

5
Day 05

Trek from Dunai to Tarakot

  • Trek from Dunai to Tarakot (2,543m).

Time taken - 5-6 hours

6
Day 06

Trek from Tarakot to Laini

  • Trek from Tarakot to Laini (3,160 m).

Time taken - 6-7 hours

7
Day 07

Trek from Laini to Nawarpani

  • Trek from Laini to Nawarpani (3,545m).

Time taken - 5-6 hours

8
Day 08

Trek from Nawarpani to Do Tarap

  • Trek from Nawarpani to Do Tarap (4,090m).

Time taken - 7-8 hours

9
Day 09

Acclimatization Day at Do Tarap

  • Rest day at Do Tarap for acclimatization.
10
Day 10

Trek to Numa La Base Camp

  • Trek to Numa La Base Camp (4440m).

Time taken - 6-7 hours walk.

11
Day 11

Cross Numa La Pass to Pelung Tang

  • Cross Numa La pass (5,190m).
  • Camp at Pelung Tang (4465m).

Time taken - 6-7 hours

12
Day 12

Cross Baga La Pass to Dajok Tang

  • Cross Baga La pass (5,070m).
  • Trek to Dajok Tang (4,080m).

Time taken - 6 hours

13
Day 13

Trek from Dajok Tang to Ringmo

  • Trek from Dajok Tang to Ringmo (3,600m).
  • Time taken - 3-4 hours.
14
Day 14

Hike to She-Phoksundo Lake

  • Hike to Phoksundo Lake.
15
Day 15

Trek from Phoksundo Lake to Shyanta

  • Trek from Phoksundo Lake to Shyanta (2520m).

Time taken - 5-6 hours walk.

16
Day 16

Trek from Shyanta to Jhupal

  • Trek from Shyanta to Jhupal.
17
Day 17

Fly to Nepalgunj and Kathmandu

  • Fly to Nepalgunj, then board the flight to Kathmandu.
18
Day 18

Final Departure

  • Arrive at International Airport for the flight back home.
She-Phoksundo Lake, Numa La pass, rare rhododendron forest

Where this trip takes you

She-Phoksundo Lake, Numa La pass, rare rhododendron forest

The route

Where you'll travel

Tour route map
Round trip from Kathmandu 44600 4 cities · 18 Days

The fine print

Trip details

What's Included

  • Airport pick up and drop by private vehicle
  • 3-star hotel accommodation in Kathmandu with breakfast for 3 nights
  • Teahouse accommodation during the trek
  • All meals (breakfast, lunch, and dinner) during the trek
  • Welcome and farewell dinners
  • Snickers chocolate for each person during the trek
  • Snacks such as Oreo cookies and peanut biscuits
  • All ground transportation on a comfortable private vehicle as per the itinerary
  • Domestic flights (Kathmandu-Nepalgunj-Jhupal round trip)
  • Guided city tour in Kathmandu by private vehicle
  • Entrance fees for sightseeing and monument visits as per the itinerary
  • An experienced, English-speaking, government-licensed trek leader and assistant trek leader (4 trekkers: 1 assistant guide)
  • Porter service (2 trekkers: 1 porter)
  • Staff costs including their salary, insurance, equipment, domestic airfare, food, and accommodation
  • Down jacket and sleeping bag (to be returned after trip completion)
  • Overland Trek Nepal trekking bag/duffel bag, T-shirt, and trekking map are yours to take
  • All necessary paperwork and trekking permits (National Park Permit, TIMS)
  • Medical kit (carried by your trek leader)
  • All government and local taxes

What's Not Included

  • Lunch and dinner during your stay in Kathmandu
  • Travel medical insurance and emergency evacuation cost
  • Nepal entry visa fee and international airfare
  • Personal equipment
  • Tips for guide and porter (tipping is expected)
  • Personal expenses such as alcoholic beverages, hot shower, water bottle, cold drinks, hot water, battery charge, donation, etc.
  • Any other expenses which are not mentioned in the price-included section

Logistics

Meeting & route

Meeting point
Overland Trek Nepal, Chaksibari Marg, Kathmandu, Nepal
Tour start
Kathmandu 44600, Nepal
Tour ends at the same location as the start point.
End of the journey

Your 18 days finish where they began, in Kathmandu 44600.

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