Nepal · Trekking

26-Day Upper Dolpo Trek from Kathmandu with Phoksundo Lake

26 Days Round trip from Kathmandu 44600 Hard pace
Upper Dolpo Trek
Upper Dolpo Trek

The journey

Trip highlights
  • 01 Explore the remote Upper Dolpo region and experience one of Nepal's most isolated Himalayan landscapes
  • 02 Witness the breathtaking beauty of Phoksundo Lake, the deepest and most pristine alpine lake in Nepal
  • 03 Discover ancient Tibetan Buddhist culture through monasteries, traditions, and remote mountain villages
  • 04 Trek across high mountain passes and dramatic valleys while spotting rare Himalayan wildlife

Enjoy an amazing 26-day Upper Dolpo trek and one of the most unbelievable trekking experiences in Nepal. Explore the Upper Dolpa area, one of the most remote regions of the Himalayas, and discover beautiful Tibetan Buddhist culture, old monasteries, the spectacular Shey-Phoksundo Lake, picturesque valleys, dense pine forest, rare rhododendron forest, spectacular landscapes, and rare wildlife including the elusive snow leopard. This journey also takes you to Phoksundo Lake, the deepest lake in Nepal at 145 m.

Explore the Upper Dolpa area, one of the most remote regions of the Himalayas, and discover beautiful Tibetan Buddhist culture, old monasteries, the spectacular Shey-Phoksundo Lake, picturesque valleys, dense pine forest, rare rhododendron forest, spectacular landscapes, and rare wildlife including the elusive snow leopard.

From the itinerary

At a glance

What this trip includes

Duration 26 Days
Tour type Private
Activity level Hard
Accommodation Included · Standard
Transport Included
Wheelchair access No
Cities Nepalganj, Kathmandu, Phoksundo Lake, Shey Phoksundo National Park
Languages English

Day by day

The itinerary

1
Day 01

Arrival 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

Flight from Kathmandu to Nepalgunj

  • Fly from Kathmandu to Nepalgunj (495m).

Time taken - 1 hr.

4
Day 04

Fly to Juphal and Trek to Dunai

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

Time taken - 3 hr.

5
Day 05

Trek from Dunai to Ankhe

  • Trek from Dunai to Ankhe (2660m).

Time taken - 6 hr.

6
Day 06

Trek from Ankhe to Sulighat

  • Trek from Ankhe to Sulighat (3520m).
  • Time taken - 6 hr.
7
Day 07

Trek from Shulighat to Phoksundo Lake

  • Trek from Shulighat to Phoksundo Lake (3679m).

Time taken - 5 hr.

8
Day 08

Acclimatization Rest Day

  • Rest and relax on this day; it will help you get acclimatized to the climate.
9
Day 09

Trek from Phoksundo Lake to Phoksundo Khola

  • Trek from Phoksundo Lake to Phoksundo Khola (3525m).

Time taken - 5 hr.

10
Day 10

Trek to Phoksundo Bhanjyang

  • Trek from Phoksundo Khola to Phoksundo Bhanjyang (4415m).
11
Day 11

Cross Kang-La Pass to Shey Gompa

  • Trek from Phoksundo Bhanjyang to Shey Gompa (4126m) via Kang-La Pass.
12
Day 12

Rest Day at Shey Gompa

  • Take another rest day and explore Shey Gompa.
13
Day 13

Trek to Namgung Gonpa via Saldang La

  • Trek from Shey Gompa to Namgung Gonpa (4400m) via Saldang La (4785m).
14
Day 14

Trek from Namgung Gonpa to Saldang

Trek from Namgung Gonpa to Saldang (3903m).

15
Day 15

Trek from Saldang to Sibu

  • Trek from Saldang to Sibu (3942m).
16
Day 16

Trek from Sibu to Jeng-la Phedi

  • Trek from Sibu to Jeng-la Phedi (4369m).
17
Day 17

Cross Jeng Pass to Tokyu Gaun

  • Trek from Jeng-la Phedi to Tokyu Gaun via Jeng Pass (4369m).
18
Day 18

Trek from Tokyu Gaun to Dho Tarap

  • Trek from Tokyu Gaun to Dho Tarap (4090m).
19
Day 19

Rest and Exploration in Dho Tarap

  • Explore Dho Tarap and take a rest.
20
Day 20

Trek from Dho Tarap to Tarap Khola

  • Trek from Dho Tarap to Tarap Khola (Kamakharka) (3800m).
21
Day 21

Trek from Tarap Khola to Khanigaon

  • Trek from Tarap Khola to Khanigaon (2550m).
22
Day 22

Trek from Khanigaon to Tarakot

  • Trek from Khanigaon to Tarakot (2282m).
23
Day 23

Trek from Tarakot to Dunai

  • Trek from Tarakot to Dunai (2145m).
24
Day 24

Trek from Dunai to Juphal

  • Trek from Dunai to Juphal (2502m).
25
Day 25

Return to Kathmandu via Nepalgunj

  • Transfer from Juphal to Nepalgunj.
  • Head to Kathmandu by flight (2 hr).
26
Day 26

Final Departure

  • Arrive at the international airport for your flight back home.
Phoksundo Lake, Shey Gompa, Kang-La Pass

Where this trip takes you

Phoksundo Lake, Shey Gompa, Kang-La Pass

The route

Where you'll travel

Tour route map
Round trip from Kathmandu 44600 4 cities · 26 Days

The fine print

Trip details

What's Included

  • All airport pick-up and drop-off by private car, van, or bus (depending on group size)
  • All domestic airfare (Kathmandu-Nepalgunj-Juphal-Nepalgunj-Kathmandu), including airport tax
  • All necessary paperwork, such as national park entry fees, special trekking permit, and TIMS card fees
  • Very high-quality North Face, Mountain Hardwear, or the same category of camping equipment (sleeping tent, dining tent, kitchen tent, toilet tent, mattress, and kitchen utensils)
  • All trekking crew insurance as per Nepal government regulations
  • Full-board meals (B.L.D.) during the trekking period, with hot tea and coffee
  • All trekking crew salaries, accommodation, and food (guide, sherpa, porter, helper, and cook)
  • Rain-protection duffel bag for client luggage and a first-aid medical kit bag
  • 3-star category hotel in Kathmandu on a B/B plan and guesthouse in Nepalgunj
  • Support staff and camping सामान transfer by bus from/to Nepalgunj and by plane from/to Nepalgunj to Juphal
  • One full day of Kathmandu sightseeing at cultural UNESCO World Heritage Sites
  • Sleeping bag, trekking map, and Glorious Himalaya printed T-shirt for trekking (sleeping bag is to be returned after trip completion)
  • All government taxes and company service charges

What's Not Included

  • Nepal visa, which is obtained at the airport on arrival {bring 4 copies passport-size picture too}
  • International airfare - from and to Kathmandu
  • Alcoholic beverages, bottled mineral water, soft drinks, and snack foods
  • Any personal medical or evacuation expenses incurred, and international travel insurance including rescue is strongly recommended
  • Extra porter for the personal day backpack
  • Riding horse along the trek
  • Restaurant food bills, if the client decides to go to other restaurants during the trek
  • Extra night hotel in Nepalgunj due to bad weather and earlier return to Kathmandu
  • Tips to trekking crews

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 26 days finish where they began, in Kathmandu 44600.

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