| Dolpo, a land beyond the Himalaya,
conjures up visions of mysterious monasteries, snow leopards
and blue sheep. It is situated in the western part of the country,
and is one of the most remote regions in Nepal. Our route follows
much of the route taken by Peter Mathiessen and George Shaller
as described in “The Snow Leopard�.
It is only by special permit that we are able to offer this
trek through Upper Dolpo. (Permits are $710 per person for 10
days, $910 per person for 13 days and $70 per day thereafter).
Participants must be in good shape,
for we are at high elevation much of the time on this trip.
Five passes over 5,015m/16,500ft are crossed, and steep climbs
and descents are made. |
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| I T I N E R A R Y |
| Day
01 |
Kathmandu
Fly to Kathmandu's Tribhuvan International airport and
be met by a member of our crew. We will be driven to our
hotel and later go on a familiarization walk with one
of our guides.. |
| Day
02 |
Kathmandu
Spend the early part of the day on a guided tour of sacred
Tibetan stupas and monasteries.
Overnight in Hotel |
| Day
03 |
Nepaljung
Fly to Nepalgung (1 ½ hour flight), a small
town near the Indian border in the Terai region of Nepal,
and stay overnight in this transit city.
Overnight in Hotel |
| Day
04 |
Dunai
(2,796m/9,200ft)
We will leave early in the morning on the only flight
out to Juphal. It is a short flight (35 min's) with wonderful
views of the precipitous hillsides and river valleys.
The airstrip at Juphal is at an altitude of 2,354m/7,745ft,
so we will have a relatively easy trek (9km/3.5hrs) as
we walk along the Thuli Bheri River to Dunai.
Overnight in teahouse |
| Day
05 |
Tarakot
(2,550m/8,366ft)
The route continues along the south bank of the river
heading upstream on a good trail. Upper Dunai is seen
perched high above on the right as our route drops to
the left crossing over the river on a wooden bridge. This
18km (5hrs) trek has many bridge and meadow crossings
with views of snow clad peaks.
Overnight in teahouse |
| Day
06 |
Khanigoan
(2,500m/8,202ft)
The 6km (3.5hrs) trek to Khanigoan goes alongside terraced
fields following the Barbung Khola (river) and crosses
to the western bank just below its confluence with Tarap
Khola. As the trail rolls over the flank of high hills,
views of villages atop the ridges appear brilliant. 15
minutes after crossing the suspension bridge, we arrive
at Khanigoan. The trek can easily be extended by going
two hours further to a splendid campsite.
Overnight stay in tents |
| Day
07 |
Chukore
(3,550m /11,647ft)
The Tarap Valley narrows up in a tight V shape ahead.
Climbing through the deciduous forest with walnuts, nettles
and cannabis, it opens up in Lahini which is a rough grass
slope. Beyond this the trail passes through grassy meadows,
graveled river beds and one can see waterfalls spraying
from the rock walls. (13km/5.5hrs)
Overnight stay in tents |
| Day
08 |
Kamok
Kharka (4,000m/13,123ft)
Today we will trek 16km/6hrs across an unstable section
of trail that is constantly changing due to floods and
landslides. The trail swings to the either bank of the
Tarap Khola passing through the narrow gorge, the wall
of which is sometimes 15m apart. Kamok Kharka is a large
yak pasture which will be reached after subsequent crossing
of the river over locally made log bridges.
Overnight stay in tents |
| Day
09 |
Dho
(4,130m/13,550ft)
The trail to Dho from Kamok Kharka is a short and easy
one without too much height gain. The trail comes across
meadows and crosses several streams to come to the river
bed. Dho stands at a junction of two valleys providing
plenty of camping ground. (9km/3hrs)
Overnight stay in tents |
| Day
10 |
Rest
day for acclimatization
Visit monasteries during day trip
Overnight stay in tents |
| Day
11 |
Numa
La Camp (Shering Gompa) (4,350m/14,272ft)
As the trail rises gently, the mountains appear small
and shapeless. After passing the village of Tok Khyu the
valley forks and we follow it as it veers a little to
the left. The trail then ascends to the monastery, where
we will be camp. (11km/3.5hrs)
Overnight stay in tents |
| Day
12 |
Baga
La Camp (4,500m/14,928ft)
We will trek 13km/7.5 hrs and cross the Num La Pass (5,360m/17,585ft),
which is regularly crossed by the Dolpo-pa traders with
their yak trains. Though the trail is frequently used,
it can still be confusing under fresh snow. The pass can
be reached in four hours and the trail then descends down
to the narrow gorge of Chhadka Khola before climbing again
to Baga La Camp.
Overnight stay in tents |
| Day
13 |
Sanu
Bheri (3,800m/12,503 ft)
The 11km (5.5 hr) trek begins with a descent to the stream
before climbing to reach the Baga La pass (5,090m/16,746ft).
It takes about 3 hrs to reach the pass marked by prayer
flags and cairns. From the pass one can see several snow
clad peaks including the Kanjiroba massif. After taking
in the view we will make a rather straightforward descent
into the deep Sano Bheri Valley.
Overnight stay in tents |
| Day
14 |
Phoksundo
Lake (3,627m/11,900ft)
The trail today remains on the right bank of the Sanu
Bheri. It is a magnificent trek (8km/3hrs) with wonderful
views every step of the way. In some places there are
broad meadows and in others the valley teeters along steep
hillside. Along the trail we will see Norbu Kang (6,005m/19,756ft),
Kagmara peak and other peaks of Kanjelaruwa.
Overnight stay in tents |
| Day
15 |
Lasa
Meadow (4,300m /14,108ft)
From Phoksundo Lake we descend past the spectacular waterfall
draining the lake. Leaving the main route we follow the
Durjam Khola through the village of Pungmo (2,918m/9,600ft),
to the base of Kagmara Pass. Since crossing the last pass
we have entered the verdant side of the Himalayas. Beautiful
forests of pine, spruce, hemlock and birch are common
in this region.
(29km/7 hrs)
Overnight stay in tents |
| Day
16 |
Kagmara
Phedi (4,000m/13,123ft)
Climb 3,000ft to the summit of Kagmara Pass (5,106m/16,800ft),
than descend the same along Kagmara Glacier to Kagmara
Phedi camp. (13km/5hrs)
Overnight stay in tents |
| Day
17 |
Mauriya
Phedi (3,100m/10,200ft)
Today's 32km/7hr trek begins with a descent along Garpung
Khola to Hurikot and the park boundary. We continue our
descent to the Bheri River (2,614m/8,600 ft) and then
through villages and apple orchards past potato and corn
fields before climbing to camp at Mauriya Phedi.
Overnight stay in tents |
| Day
18 |
Chotra
(3,009m/9,900ft)
A steep 700m/2,300ft ascent through forests of pine and
oak and across avalanche tracks takes us to Mauriya Pass
(3,799m/12,500ft). Views of the snowy peaks to the north
and east are exceptional. From here we make a steep descent
(790m/2,600 ft) through birch, oak and rhododendron forests
to Chotra. (11km/5 hrs)
Overnight stay in tents |
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19 |
Jumla
(2300m/7,546ft)
The trail descends the Tila Valley through spruce forests,
past barely fields and rice terraces, irrigation works
and water driven mills to Jumla, the administrative centre
for the region. (32km/6 hrs)
Overnight stay in tents |
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Nepalgunj/Kathmandu
From Jumla we fly back to Nepalgunj and then fly to Kathmandu.
Overnight in Hotel |
| Day
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Kathmandu
Spend the day sightseeing in Kathmandu or take a free
day to rest or go shopping.
Overnight in Hotel |
| Day
22 |
Kathmadu
Depature from kathmandu. |
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Cost per person:
US $5,280 based on a 4-person group,
US $4,780 based on a 6-person group. Prices are subject to change.
Contact us to confirm quotes or to inquire about a private trek
quote. |
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Price Includes:
Roundtrip ground transportation from
Kathmandu, accommodations (based on double occupancy) and breakfasts
while in Kathmandu; and equipment such as: two-person tents,
dining tent, foam mats, stools and all cooking and kitchen gear;
all trekking expenses, support crew and sightseeing within the
tour program; professional guides and escorts throughout the
trip; all admissions and special service charges, as per itinerary. |
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Price Excludes :
international flight and airport taxes;
visa and passport fees; medical and trip cancellation insurance;
accommodation while in Kathmandu; any personal expenses such as:
laundry, phone calls, alcoholic beverages, gratuity for our
crew and any personal medical expenses. Personal camping gear
such as: sleeping bags, sleeping pads, etc., are not included. |
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