Dolpo region is the most remote and least developed district in Nepal. Although a few anthropologists and geographers had explored the region, the entire district was closed to trekkers until 1989 when the southern part of Dolpo was opened to organized trekking groups. Peter Mathesons book - The Snow Leopard and Snell grove - Himalayan pilgrimage have contributed to the mystique and attraction of Dolpo.
Dolpo region situated between the Tibetan plateau and the Dhaulagiri Himalayan range is the highest inhabited land of Dolpo. Geographically a southern extension of Tibet, it lies within the borders ...read more »»
Phoksundo Lake
Day to Day Itinerary for Upper Dolpo & She Gompa Trek
Day 01: Arrival day in Kathmandu
Welcome to Himalayan country of Nepal. Upon your arrival at the Tribhuvan intl. airport our representative welcomes you and assists to transfer in your hotel in Kathmandu (1,300m/4,264 ft). After time to get refreshed, evening you will meet and transfer for welcome dinner in one of the typical Nepalese restaurant in the heart of Kathmandu and after meal briefing about your trip and overnight at Hotel.(Welcome dinner Included)read more »»
Trip Cost Includes
Twin sharing accommodation in Deluxe Hotel Shanker or similar on BB plan
All local transportation by private vehicle in Kathmandu
Complementary welcome & farewell dinner in ...read more »»
Trip Cost Does Not Include
Visa fees, international airfare
Excess baggage charges
Lunch and dinner in city
Travel and rescue insurance
Personal expenses e.g. phone calls, laundry, bar bills & extra porters
Accommodations are included in the trip cost and HG Trekking has chosen. During the Dolpo Trek you will spend three nights at 4 -star in Kathmandu (Meals
Freshly cook Meals on full board basis will be provided by our experienced and trained cook during the trek with high level of balance diet, hygiene and safety. Three meals (Nepali, ...read more »»
Equipments & Packing List
While packing for “
Upper Dolpo & She Gompa Trek”certain gears are essential to be considered.
Please Click here for the comprehensive packing list for this trip.
Acclimatization
Our Upper Dolpo Trek itinerary is planned with a high degree of minimization of awareness of AMS (Acute Mountain Sickness). Going up too fast causes a medical condition serious enough to ...read more »»
Leader(s) & Staff Arrangements
Himalayan Glacier only employs and train Nepalese leaders and local staff. By employing and training local people they put something back into their communities. HGT currently train all their Guides in the following courses and your Manaslu Trek leader will be one of the fully train ...read more »»
Health & Experience Required
Walking in this high land of Upper Dolpo region usually require maximum 6-8 hours of walking everyday; Climbing to the high mountain and crossing Kang-La is the challenging section of your ...read more »»
Pre Trip Meeting
Prior to all our expeditions and treks, we host a Pre-Trip meeting here in Kathmandu on the 2nd day of your itinerary starts in the morning during the breakfast and introduced ...read more »»
Best Season
Trekking season
The best months are July and August during the summer season and April to October during the year is consider as the best seasons for attempting trekking crossing Kang-La (5,360m m/17581ft). Early winter Kang-La might be icy while crossing and normally closed. During the winter month pass will be closed for normal trekkers.
Departure Dates & Price
Additional Information
Our website contains as much information as possible about this trip. However, if you wish to discuss any aspect of this trip or your suitability for it please contact us by email. If you want to talk to us directly feel free to call us at: US telephone: 704-200-7512 Nepal telephone: 00977-98510-55684
Trip Facts
Price from: US$ 5200
Activities:
Trekking & Walking, Cultural Tours & Sightseeing
