This trek takes place in the north-west region of Nepal. Dolpo is located in the Phoksundo National park of mid-western Nepal, behind the Dhaulagiri massif, towards the Tibetan plateau, cut off by a series of very high passes and closed by the snow most of the year.
As it is one of the remotest and least exposed areas of Nepal, and also naturally isolated by the difficult topography, it offers rare opportunities to explore near virgin territory and meet people, almost unexposed to tourism. Because Dolpo is so close to Tibet's border, the people of Tibetan origin inhabit it. The trek provides chances to visit several unique monasteries (gompas).
Treks in the Lower Dolpo do not require special permits. The Lower Dolpo is located in the mid western part of Nepal known as known as "Ba Yul" in the local dialect or the hidden valley. One of the many highlights of the lower Dolpo trek is the flat upper valley, which contains a number of interesting villages mostly inhabited by people of Magar & Gurung origins. There are a number of Buddhist and Bon-po temples to see along the way.
Trekking around the lower Dolpo region is quite peaceful and full of interesting sights, you can observe abundant of wildlife - blue sheep, muskdeer, snow leopards and sub alpine vegetation.
Along the journey you'll have a unique cultural experience with stunning mountain views of Dhaulagiri range, Kanjiroba, Gurja Himal and many different peaks of far western Himalayas. The main attraction is walking around and camping near by beautiful Shey Phoksundo Lake, which is in a complete wilderness setting. Read our helpful check list before booking
This trek takes place in the north-west region of Nepal. Dolpo is located in the Phoksundo National park of mid-western Nepal, behind the Dhaulagiri massif, towards the Tibetan plateau, cut off by a series of very high passes and closed by the snow most of the year.
As it is one of the remotest and least exposed areas of Nepal, and also naturally isolated by the difficult topography, it offers rare opportunities to explore near virgin territory and meet people, almost unexposed to tourism. Because Dolpo is so close to Tibet's border, the people of Tibetan origin inhabit it. The trek provides chances to visit several unique monasteries (gompas).
Treks in the Lower Dolpo do not require special permits. The Lower Dolpo is located in the mid western part of Nepal known as known as "Ba Yul" in the local dialect or the hidden valley. One of the many highlights of the lower Dolpo trek is the flat upper valley, which contains a number of interesting villages mostly inhabited by people of Magar & Gurung origins. There are a number of Buddhist and Bon-po temples to see along the way.
Trekking around the lower Dolpo region is quite peaceful and full of interesting sights, you can observe abundant of wildlife - blue sheep, muskdeer, snow leopards and sub alpine vegetation.
Along the journey you'll have a unique cultural experience with stunning mountain views of Dhaulagiri range, Kanjiroba, Gurja Himal and many different peaks of far western Himalayas. The main attraction is walking around and camping near by beautiful Shey Phoksundo Lake, which is in a complete wilderness setting. Read our helpful check list before booking
Dolpo is a remote region, most of which is protected by the Shey Phoksundo National Park. The Dolpo region has been bypassed by development and, until recently, by tourism.
Although a few anthropologists and geographers had explored the region, the entire district was closed to foreigners until 1989. Today it still receives only a few visitors and one can explore parts of Nepal starting from Jamal, one of the world’s highest rice-growing areas in the world, through the Tila valley with its unique red rice until we reach Duane.
This trek can be extended on request with 5 days to Phoksumdo Lake, entering the inner parts of Dolpo and views over the deepest lake of Nepal.
