Upper Dolpo Trek

The Upper Dolpo nestled in the far western corner of Nepal near Tibetan border, also known as hidden gem of Nepal. Upper Dolpo rewards each explorer with the vibes of ancient Bon-Buddhist culture, dramatic high passes, stunning alpine landscapes, and timeless traditions. The Upper Dolpo trek is one of the Nepal’s most remote, raw, and culturally rich Himalayan Journeys which takes you to the heart of ancient and isolated alpine and landscapes as well to the dramatic high passes untouched by time. These 28 days Upper Dolpo trek is just not a normal odyssey it is a rare cultural and spiritual pilgrimage into one of the least visited and most mystical space of the Himalayas.

Upper Dolpo is home to people whose lifestyles has remained unchanged for centuries, who has deeply woven Tibetan Buddhism in their daily life. Upper Dolpo trek was first opened for foreign trekkers in 1989 till this date this gem is becoming many explorers dream destination but only a limited number of permits are issued each year, maintain its purity and exclusivity. During your trek to Upper Dolpo you will pass through remote villages like Shey, Saldang and Dho Tarap which are the showcase of ancient monasteries, chortens, mani walls and a culture that speaks old Tibetan than modern Nepal. During your trek you’ll visit Shey Gompa, also known as Crystal Monastery, perched beneath that sacred crystal Mountain and this is also the famous site of pilgrimages that draws locals for the Shey Festival every 12 years.

While touring you’ll be suitable to witness the wild and untouched beauty of Phoksundo Lake, Nepal’s deepest and also known as high altitude lake which captivates pedestrians with its turquoise waters framed by steep gemstone escarpments and coniferous timbers. The Entire Dolpo region falls with the boundaries of Shey Phoksundo National Park, which is the largest public demesne of Nepal, also notorious for its   ecological   uproariousness and rare wildlife spices including Himalayan tahr, Musk Deer, Blue Sheep, fugitive snow leopard and red panda.

The Upper Dolpo journey requires excellent physical abidance, internal strength and logistical medication. Timid hearted peoples are not recommended to this this trek. The terrain is challenging and rugged and many parts of the trail are devoid of modern appliances that offers only basic camping and tea house facilities. This treks altitude is demanding where you need to spent many days above 4000 meters. However, the seasoned trekker and adventure thrill seeker looking for an unparalleled off -the -beaten- path experience. The solitude, the untouched majestic Himalayan scenery, and the kind hearted and welcoming locals make this trek profound and makes every difficult step worthwhile.

This 28-day itinerary is carefully crafted to ensure gradual acclimatization and cultural immersion. Upper Dolpo trek begins with a scenic flight to Nepalgunj from Kathmandu and then to Juphal (the gateway to Dolpo) from Nepalgunj. The Upper Dolpo trek Officially starts from Jupal and ascends trough Dubai, Chhepka, and the trail goes towards the pristine waters of the Phoksundo Lake. After reaching to Phoksundo area you’ll enter the Upper Dolpo region through high snowcapped mountain passes, you’ll visit sacred shey Gompa, and continues trek through remote beautiful villages like Saldang and Dho Tarap. The route loops back and descends through eye-catching and picturesque valleys and ends at Juphal.

The Upper Dolpo trek is just not a trek it’s an adventure, journey back in time, into a preserved piece of Himalayan heritage. This trek rewards trekkers with authentic and awe-inspiring adventure that few in the world ever get to experience.