Upper Dolpo TrekUpper Dolpo Trek

Upper Dolpo Trek

  • Duration24 Days
  • DestinationNepal
  • Difficulty Level Strenuous
  • Max Altitude 5350m
  • Group Size 2-10+
  • Starts Kathmandu
  • Ends Kathmandu
  • Activity Trekking, Day Tour
  • Best Season Spring/Fall

Upper Dolpo Trek 2024-2025 forms an adventurous exploration of valleys in the company of glorious mountains, crafted with landscapes, through the Upper Dolpo Trek Itinerary. On top of that, Shey Phoksundo Lake, 3,611.5m proudly settles here with its beauty which can be witnessed by undertaking the Upper Dolpo Shey Phoksundo Trekking. Shey Phoksundo’s beauty is truly one of the most attractive parts of this phenomenal adventure which is known to stun its explorers to the fullest form. Upper Dolpo is a fascinating destination to carry out Dolpo trekking, being well decorated with its authentic existence and unaltered remoteness. Upper Dolpo Trek Package 2024 carries you near the Tibetan border, bringing your exploration closer to the Himalayan Buddhist Culture and their nomadic lifestyle. One can hardly get enough of this incredible journey which is also experienced through undertaking of the Great Himalayan Trail Trekking.

Explore the trekking of diverse nature with the mixture of the different wondrous routes leading to a heavenly world of Dolpo.

  • Experience the authentic culture and traditions in the region
  • Explore the existence of rare wildlife like snow leopards, blue sheep.
  • Get awestruck with the beauty laid down by its deep valleys and rain-shadow areas
  • Get connected with history through the ancient Shey monastery
  • Expand your limit through the exploration of Kang la Pass, Shey la pass, and Baga la pass
  • Insights of the spectacular sights of the crystal Mountains
  • Get closer to the deepest lake of Nepal, Phoksundo

The Wondrous of Upper Dolpo Trek Route

24 Days Upper Dolpo Circuit Trek is unlike any other treks which you have undertaken. It is different yet extraordinary with some of its parts touching the rain shadow area of Dhaulagiri which is well known for adventures like Dhaulagiri Circuit Trekking and also the exceptional Dhaulagiri Expedition. Upper Dolpo Trek is one of the untouched and remote regions of the Tibetan borders. The people of Upper Dolpo mostly speak the Bhatia language and it still remains a hidden beauty. The trek is a delightful opportunity to closely understand the unique culture and lifestyle of the people of Dolpo. This Upper Dolpo Trek Nepal takes you to a wonderfully different world with fantastic scenarios of waterfalls, mountain peaks, wildlife, Buddhist culture, the nomadic way of life, and the wonders preserved through isolation as we venture on the Upper Dolpo Trek Route. Truly, this phenomenal adventure of High Pass Trek in Upper Dolpo is out of the world and absolutely magical.

The Upper Dolpo High Pass Trekking

Upper Dolpo Trek makes you cross three incredible passes named Kanga la Pass, 5010m, Shey la pass, 5360m, and Baga la pass, 5170m, which will definitely bring you closer to the wonders of Dolpo through this extraordinary Upper Dolpo High Pass Trekking which also includes the amazing Dolpo Baga La Pass Trek. These Passes give you an enormous and enhanced perspective of the region along with some gorgeous mountain sights. Nimala Pass in Upper Dolpo is stunning as well which can be explored by following the Dolpo Nimala Pass Trek Map. Likewise, you will witness the existence of rare wildlife in the region such as Snow Leopards, Blue Sheep, and Himalayan Musk deer as you move ahead following the Upper Dolpo Trek Map. Their existence truly makes this place a land of wonders. This region and the unique Dolpo Kanga La Pass Trek have attracted famous writers as well as moviemakers with their remote and unique wonders. The book "Snow Leopard" and the movie "Caravan" are two great examples of how this region can influence its seekers. The green forests decorated with pine, rhododendron, and fir, the remote way of life, the unique local settlements, amazing landscapes with the spectacular view of mountains like Dhaulagiri, make this region worthy of a million visits and thus, the Dolpo Shey La Pass Trek is stunning. If the journey interests you, you can explore similar ventures like the Lower Dolpo Trekking. Likewise, you’d certainly be making the best decision of adventure if you undertake the Upper Dolpo Trek Kathmandu. The trekking itinerary helps you discover the route leading to treks like Rara Lake Trekking as well.

Upper Dolpo Jomsom Trek

This Upper Dolpo Hiking is not just a simple trek, it is an extremely adventurous one that is certain to become one's memory of a lifetime. Your flight from Nepalgunj to Jhupal gives the Kick off start to this wonderful Upper Dolpo Trek Journey to an isolated world of the Himalayas. But if you are someone who wants to travel by bus, Upper Dolpo Trek by Bus can be time-consuming and challenging. The existence of Upper Dolpo in the Dolpo region is like something taken out of a movie and placed into existence. Nature has surely done its finest work while crafting upper Dolpo. You will closely be encountering the unspoiled traditions and lifestyles through your visit to the Village of Ringmo and the Village of Tarakot in the Upper Dolpo High Pass Hike. The ancient Shey Monastery sits here with pride as one of the major attractions of the Dolpo region. In the Western part of Upper Dolpo, Shey Phoksundo national park widens its horizons and continues the role of home for various floras and faunas. Our great voyage proceeds to the astonishing nation of Crystal Mountain at Shey Gompa, following the antiquated Trans Himalayan trade by an elective course, giving you a greater chance to explore this interesting wild west of Nepal Himalaya. The journey of the Upper Dolpo Jomsom Trek is sensational with an exploration of different types of routes like the Dolpo Shey Phoksdundo Trek Route as well as the Dolpo Annapurna Route Trek.

Upper Dolpo Trek Difficulty Level

Upper Dolpo Trek comes under the high passes trekking as it involves more than two passes within its itinerary. So, the Upper Dolpo Trek Difficulty Level is challenging as we venture for 26 days in the region and pass through various Upper Dolpo Trek Altitudes. However, you do not need any prior experience in trekking for joining the Upper Dolpo Trek. The adventure, even if it’s challenging, is conquerable with planning, acclimatization, and dedication to conquer. If you are someone who loves challenging grades of adventures, then you can also try adventures like Sherpani Col Pass Trekking or the amazing Lumba Sumba Pass Trekking as well as the Kanchenjunga Base Camp Trekking.

Best Upper Dolpo Trekking Season

This adventure is an extreme one and has its own challenges on the trails. So, it is wise to choose the best seasons for trekking. Thus, the Best Upper Dolpo Trekking Seasons are spring and autumn along with monsoon as the higher Himalayan region doesn’t experience much rainfall even in monsoon. They are best because they bring clearer views, a much more distinct path, and don’t trouble you with extreme rainfall as well as coldness. But you are still allowed to trek during winter as well which is indeed a tough choice. However, they are comparatively challenging and risky for the undertaking of adventures like the Upper Dolpo Trek.

Why Choose Nepal Nomad for the Upper Dolpo Trek

Nepal Nomad has experience of over fourteen years and has conducted various extreme adventures of trekking like the Upper Dolpo Trek. Our team is well-trained in map-reading, emergency evacuation, as well as first-aid services and, has a friendly, professional as well as enthusiastic way of dealing. We guarantee the complete safety of solo travelers on this trek as well as those who travel in a group. However, we generally suggest you form at least a group of two for this trek. If you wish, we can help you choose the perfect Upper Dolpo Trek Departure. Contact us to know more about us and the interesting trekking package, climbing packages,s and other packages available on our website.

Itinerary

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Our team member will be there to pick you up at Tribhuvan international airport and escort you to your accommodation on the very first day. In the remaining time, you can stroll around the streets of Basantapur, Thamel, and some other places. You will be provided with the best hospitality along with a delicious Nepali cuisine dinner. You will be staying overnight in Kathmandu.

  • Max. Altitude:1300m
  • Accommodation:Hotel
  • Time:1 hour
  • Meals:Welcome Dinner
  • Walking Distance:5.5km
  • Transport:Car / Jeep

Since our journey to Upper Dolpo officially begins with a flight from Nepalgunj to Jhupal, we will be heading to Nepalgunj first as there is no direct flight to Jhupal from Kathmandu. Here we get a beautiful day in our account to explore another wonderful city of Nepal. We will provide you with the best accommodations in the city for your proper rest before the beginning of the Upper Dolpo adventure. If you feel like it, you can freshen up and take short walks to flex your muscles. We will be spending our night here in Nepalgunj.

  • Max. Altitude:150 m
  • Accommodation:Lodge
  • Meals:breakfast, lunch and dinner with coffee/tea

We start our beautiful morning with a warm breakfast before heading for our flight. Then we get ready to leave Nepalgunj after reaching the airport in search of the wonders possessed by the Dolpo region. This flight to Jhupal will begin our thrill with the magical view of the Annapurna and Dhaulagiri mountains. We will reach Jhupal within around 45 minutes. After a sound landing, our team will manage your baggage while you get prepared to start the trek to Chepka at the height of 2670m. We will spend our night at Chepka which would probably take around 2-3 hours of walk.

  • Max. Altitude:2670m
  • Accommodation:Lodge
  • Meals:breakfast, lunch and dinner with coffee/tea

After having our breakfast, we get prepared for the trek to Renji which may last for about 5-6 hours. It can be a little more challenging than the short trek we carried out the other day, consisting more of uphills. We will follow the trails used by locals surrounded by beautiful scenarios of hills and mountains along with the wildlife. We stay overnight at Renji.

  • Max. Altitude:3010m
  • Accommodation:Lodge
  • Time:5 - 6 hours
  • Meals:breakfast, lunch and dinner with coffee/tea

We energize ourselves with some warm breakfast before heading for a 6-7 hours long trek. We would be trekking to Ringmo, a beautiful local village where one can explore the authentic culture and lifestyle of people. We will be accompanied by various floras and faunas throughout this journey.

  • Max. Altitude:2650m
  • Accommodation:Lodge
  • Time:6-7 hours
  • Meals:breakfast, lunch and dinner with coffee/tea

The fifth day of your Upper Dolpo trip is separated as a day for rest. One needs to recharge themselves to be able to undertake the next day perfectly without any health issues. On this day, we will be exploring the Ringo village, and hiking around its outskirts. We will get to know the cultural and traditional values of the local people along with their way of life. We will be enjoying the local hospitality with local ingredients for dinner. We will be staying overnight at Ringo village.

  • Max. Altitude:2650m
  • Accommodation:Lodge
  • Meals:breakfast, lunch and dinner with coffee/tea

With enough rest and proper energizing, we begin our eighth day with a delightful breakfast. On this day, we will be heading to Chunemba which will be a trek for about 5-6 hours. Prayer flags and beautiful flowers will guide us throughout the trails of nature. If we are lucky enough, we might get to experience the sights of some rare wildlife. We end our trek for the day as soon as we reach Chunemba where we will be staying for the night.

  • Max. Altitude:3630m
  • Accommodation:Lodge
  • Meals:breakfast, lunch and dinner with coffee/tea

We will end our stay at Chunemba with an incredible local breakfast and begin our walk to Lar Tsa which excels at the height of 4220m. It will be comparatively a shorter trek than the other day taking us about 4-5 hours to reach the destination for the day. We will be mostly walking through uphills, so it can be a little challenging but as soon as we reach Lar Tsa, every challenge would feel worth it.

  • Max. Altitude:4120m
  • Accommodation:Lodge
  • Time:4-5 hours
  • Meals:breakfast, lunch and dinner with coffee/tea

We leave Lar Tsa heading for Mendok Din which stands at the height of 4610m. It won't take us long to reach there with more of a downhill path than the one we faced the other day. It will take us about 2-3 hours of walking to reach our destination for the day. We will be staying there overnight.

  • Max. Altitude:4610m
  • Accommodation:Lodge
  • Time:2-3 hours
  • Meals:breakfast, lunch and dinner with coffee/tea

Our tenth day awaits us with its own challenges and rewarding wonders. On this day, we will be heading to Shey Gompa from Mendok Din. It is certainly going to be a long walk, probably longer than the ones we took before. We will be reaching Shey Gompa after around 7-8 hours of walking through the beautiful trails accompanied by nature from all around. This time we will be facing downhill more than the uphill. It would indeed be a wonderful day yet a tiring one. We stay overnight at Shey Gompa.

  • Max. Altitude:4390m
  • Accommodation:Lodge
  • Time:7-8 hours
  • Meals:breakfast, lunch and dinner with coffee/tea

With a walk that long, one probably needs rest to revive the energy of their body and muscles. So we separate our 12th day for resting. We take short walks around the beautiful Shey Gompa filled with cultural and traditional essence. We will explore the natural beauty that surrounds its existence. This day will help us acknowledge everything that we might have missed in our tiring walks. We will spend another night here at Shey Gompa before continuing our trek.

  • Max. Altitude:4390m
  • Accommodation:Lodge
  • Meals:breakfast, lunch and dinner with coffee/tea

After having a reviving breakfast at Shey Gompa, we head towards another destination known as Namgung. This trek would take us to the height of 4430m. We will be spending all the energy gained from resting on our 6-7 hours walk which is mostly uphill. It is a little challenging with its own beautiful rewards.

  • Max. Altitude:4430m
  • Accommodation:Lodge
  • Time:6-7 hours
  • Meals:breakfast, lunch and dinner with coffee/tea

We will be leaving Namgung after having our breakfast. Our fourteenth day will lead us to Karang at the height of 4050m. This trek would be comparatively shorter than the other day taking us a walk of 5-6 hours to reach our destination. The path will be mostly downhill. We will be getting a lot of beautiful views of landscapes as well as the company of wonderful forests. We will stay overnight at Karang

  • Max. Altitude:4050m
  • Accommodation:Lodge
  • Time:5-6 hours
  • Meals:breakfast, lunch and dinner with coffee/tea

On the forteenth day of our Upper Dolpo trek, we will be leaving Karang in the morning. Our destination for the day is Mugaon, a beautiful village filled with traditional essence. Being at the height of 4100m, trek to Mugaon can be a little tiring, taking us about 6-7 hours to reach there. Mugaon will offer us will plenty of gratifying scenarios which will wash all our tiredness away. We will be spending the night at Mugaon.

  • Max. Altitude:4100m
  • Accommodation:Lodge
  • Time:6-7hours
  • Meals:breakfast, lunch and dinner with coffee/tea

On this day, we will be heading for a more challenging trek as per the distance. We will be leaving Mugaon to head Shiman which excels at the height of 4010m. The path is mostly uphill and takes us about 7-8 hours to reach the end of our walks for the day. This day can be tiring yet equally rewarding. We spend the night at Shimen.

  • Max. Altitude:4010m
  • Accommodation:Lodge
  • Time:7-8hours
  • Meals:breakfast, lunch and dinner with coffee/tea

After we have our early morning breakfast, we leave Shimen for Tinje. Reaching Tinje would take us about 7-8 hours of walk with mostly uphills. Tinje would be our final destination for the day. Standing proudly at the height of 4150m, Tinje is a remarkable beauty of the Upper Dolpo region giving us the best scenarios.

  • Max. Altitude:4150m
  • Accommodation:Lodge
  • Time:7-8 hours
  • Meals:breakfast, lunch and dinner with coffee/tea

After resting at Tinje, we leave for Rakpa which stands at a higher altitude of 4530m. It is also mostly uphill with only 170m as the descent. Trekking to Rakpa can be a little challenging yet wonderfully adventurous. This trek to Rakpa will take us seven to eight hours of walking. We will be resting for the night at Rakpa before we head to another destination in the morning.

  • Max. Altitude:4530m
  • Accommodation:Lodge
  • Time:7-8hours
  • Meals:breakfast, lunch and dinner with coffee/tea

After enjoying the morning breakfast, we will be trekking for about seven to eight hours to reach an altitude of 4120m where Chharka lies. Chharka would be our destination for the day. The path we will be undertaking is incredibly beautiful mostly downhill. We will be spending the night at Chharka before beginning our 20th day.

  • Max. Altitude:4120m
  • Accommodation:Lodge
  • Time:7-8 hours
  • Meals:breakfast, lunch and dinner with coffee/tea

Our 19th day will be filled with walks for about six to seven hours from Chharka. We will be having our energizing breakfast at Chharka and then leave for Norbulung. The altitude we will be reaching is 4750 m well known for its gratifying views of landscapes and mountains. Trek to Norbulung is mostly filled with uphill paths with only 190m as the descent. We will end our trek for the day after reaching Norbulung and spend the night here.

  • Max. Altitude:4750m
  • Accommodation:Lodge
  • Time:6-7 hours
  • Meals:breakfast, lunch and dinner with coffee/tea

Sangda Phedi would be our destination for the 21st day of the Upper Dolpo trek. Standing gracefully at the extreme height of 5460m, SangdaPhedi brings its travelers closer to the gifts laid down by nature. A seven to eight hours walks would carry us to the wonderful destination. This trek will also be mostly uphill but less in comparison to the other day. We will stay overnight at Sangda Phedi.

  • Max. Altitude:5460m
  • Accommodation:Lodge
  • Time:7-8hours
  • Meals:breakfast, lunch and dinner with coffee/tea

On the 21st day of this trek, we would be heading for Sangda after having our breakfast at SangdaPhed. This trek to Sangda will probably last for about 7-8 hours until we reach there. The path is mostly downhill with only 460m as a part of the uphill portion. The beautiful paths will take us to the height of 3700m where Sangda lies. We will be resting for the night at Sangda before we move for another day.

  • Max. Altitude:3700m
  • Accommodation:Lodge
  • Time:7-8 hours
  • Meals:breakfast, lunch and dinner with coffee/tea

We will be leaving Sangda after having a wonderful breakfast. Our twenty-third day will also be filled mostly with downhill paths taking us about 7-8 hours to reach the destination. The end of our trek is Dhagarjun where we will be staying overnight. Dhagarjun is a wonderful place for a peaceful stay. We will be resting here before undertaking another adventurous day.

  • Max. Altitude:3390m
  • Accommodation:Lodge
  • Time:7-8 hours
  • Meals:breakfast, lunch and dinner with coffee/tea

On this day, we will be heading to Jomsom from Dhagarjun. We will be surrounded by the bustling market of Jomsom as soon as we reach there. It would indeed be a refreshing yet different surrounding after the challenging walks done throughout the 23 days of the Upper Dolpo trek. We will take some rest at Jomsom and then on the same day, take a flight to Pokhara. We will stay overnight at Pokhara.

  • Max. Altitude:2670m
  • Accommodation:Lodge
  • Meals:breakfast, lunch and dinner with coffee/tea

We will be arranging the transportation service as per your comfort. On the 24th day of this trip, we will be heading back to the city from where it all started looking back at the wonderful memories we created in the Dolpo region. We will spend our peaceful night in Kathmandu.

  • Max. Altitude:1300m
  • Accommodation:Hotel
  • Meals:breakfast, lunch and dinner with coffee/tea
What's Included
  • Meals as specified for trek (breakfast, lunch, dinner).
  • All internal local transport as per the itinerary.
  • Local flights from Kathmandu- Nepaljung- Juphal- Jomsom- Pokhara- Kathmandu.
  • National park entrance fees, trekking permits accommodation in twin sharing local basis lodges and tents or best available places, guide and porters-salary, insurance, food, accommodations.
  • Basic first aid kit carried by your guide.
  • None of the single supplements is required in Kathmandu or in the mountain.
  • Arrival Airport picks up and departure drops.
What's not Included
  • Food and accommodation (Kathmandu) - lunch and dinner, International flights from your home to home.
  • Airport taxes, car, taxi or van, visa fees.
  • Medical examination (if required) and vaccination costs.
  • Own expenditure (personal), all bar bills, laundry, telephone calls, hot shower in the mountain, mineral water, sweet deserts, we recommend bringing .water purifier and neutralizer tabulates to reduce your cost of traveling and to become a responsible traveler.
  • Drinks or meals except for 3 meals or not specified in the itinerary, personal clothing, and equipment, travel insurance, optional trips. Tipping in general for trek crew (driver, trek leader, and porter-tipping is not mandatory but expected).
  • Charges were sustained as a result of delays beyond Nepal Nomad's control. Anything not specified in the cost includes section.
Good to Know

Experience and Insurance required for Upper Dolpo Trekking

There is no specific experience required but the trekker should be healthy enough to finish the trip and it will be a plus point if one has mountain walking experience. Nepal Nomad's booking terms & conditions of joining the Upper Dolpo trek include that you must be fully insured with medical, emergency rescue evacuations including trip cancellation insurance which should cover over 3000m to 6000m.

Pre-Trip Meeting before Upper Dolpo Trek Adventure begins

We conduct a small meeting to discuss the details of upper Dolpo trekking. Introduction to guide will also be done and you can ask any questions related to the trip. We make sure you clear all the confusion related to the trip.

An ordinary routine in Upper Dolpo Trek

Your regular day starts with a morning tea or coffee in the early morning at 6.30 am. Your breakfast will be served and you will be getting ready for your fantastic trip. Your lunch will be served at another village where you will be stopping after four to five hours of trekking. Again you will stop for the overnight, where the local dinner will be served. You can spend your time playing games, reading novels, gossiping and so on.

Accommodation and meals in the Upper Dolpo Trek Journey

There will not be loads of good lodges rather than there will be only a few lodges that are homestay and some guesthouses. These lodges cannot provide all the facilities so may have to share rooms and bathrooms facilities too. Sometimes you may also be able to have a shower. Even though these types of lodges provide you the essence of the lifestyle of the Himalayan region. We will provide Early morning tea and Breakfast, Lunch at the particular spot, And dinner at the lodge where you will stay overnight.

Altitude Sickness in the Upper Dolpo High Pass Trekking

This sickness rarely occurs because we have created our itinerary will proper acclimatization day planning. Symptoms that we have to recognize are headaches, vomiting swelling of a finger while we reach a high elevation. Its medical treatment is to descend lower altitude places and recover as far as possible. We shall always remain alert for different types of symptoms belonging to the following stages of Altitude Sickness: Acute Mountain Sickness (AMS), High Altitude Cerebral Edema (HACE).

Responsible Travel and modes of transport in the Upper Dolpo Trekking trip

We shall travel in a very responsible way and not harm the environment of Upper Dolpo in any way with our presence in the trekking region. The means of commute or transport used in the Upper Dolpo Trekking Trip are private vehicles and Helicopters for emergency evacuation.

Upper Dolpo Trek FAQs

  • The permits needed for Upper Dolpo Trekking are; Trekker’s Information Management System Card (TIMS), Upper Dolpo Trekking Permit, and Local government’s permit.

  • Nepal nomad has a full team of well-trained members who have wide experience in dealing with emergencies through first-aid services and evacuation while keeping your safety as the biggest priority.

  • The toilet facilities in the lodges and tea houses of the Upper Dolpo trekking region are of basic level and need to be shared. However, you can experience luxurious facilities while in the city.

  • Yes, the Nepal Nomad team ensures the safety of solo travelers no matters their gender in the Upper Dolpo Trek Journey.

  • If you are looking for professional and expensive gears, they can be found on rent, otherwise not.

  • Communication service can become unpredictable at times in the Himalayas region as there are various factors that affect it. So we need to remain flexible through it all.

Price Per PersonUS$4700

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