Upper Dolpo Circuit Trekking - Itinerary | Adventure Mountain Treks

Day 01 Arrival in Kathmandu and transfer to Hotel.

Duration: Approx. 20-30 minutes drive
Distance: Approx. 7 km

Our company representative will welcome you at Tribhuwan International Airport and drive you by private vehicle to hotel. Preparation and briefing about the trip.

Day 02 Guided tour around world’s Heritage sites of Kathmandu.

After breakfast at hotel we will explore UNESCO sites: Swayambhunath, Patan, Pashupatinath, Boudhanath and overnight in thamel.

Day 03 Fly from Kathmandu to Nepalganj.

Scenic 45-min flight to the western lowlands to Nepalganj.

Day 04 Fly from Nepalgunj to Juphal and trek to Dunai.

After breakfast we will flight to Juphal around 45 min and after 3 hrs walking we will reach at Dunai. Trek follows the Thuli Bheri River through hillside villages.

Day 05 Trek from Dunai to Chhepka.

Duration: Approx. 6-7 hrs trek
Distance: Approx. 14 km

Trail passes through forested canyon along Suligad River.

Day 06 Trek from Chhepka to Rechi.

Duration: Approx. 5-6 hrs trek
Distance: Approx. 12 km

Gentle trail along the river through pine and birch forest.

Day 07 Trek from Rechi to Ringmo Village.

Duration: Approx. 6-7 hrs trek
Distance: Approx. 13 km

Arrive at the beautiful village near turquoise Phoksundo Lake.

Day 08 Rest and acclimatization at Ringmo. Free exploration.

Duration: Optinal hikes
Distance: 1-2 hrs

Free day to explore the lake and nearby monastery.

Day 09 Trek from Ringmo to Phoksundo Khola.

Duration: Approx. 5 hrs trek
Distance: Approx. 10.3 km

Walk along lake’s edge and enter remote valley.

Day 10 Trek from Phoksundo Khola to Campsite.

Steep rocky trail through dramatic canyons.

Day 11 Trek from Campsite to High Camp (4,900m/16,072ft).

Duration: Approx. 4-5 hrs trek
Distance: Approx. 6.5 km

Ascend along glacial valley toward the pass.

Day 12 Trek from High Camp to Shey Gompa via the crossing of Nangda La Pass.

Duration: Approx. 7-8 hrs trek
Distance: Approx. 14 km

Long pass day with views of the Crystal Mountain.

Day 13 Full-day excursion around Shey Gompa.

Visit ancient monastery, explore the mystic surroundings

Day 14 Trek from Shey Gompa to Namgung.

Duration: Approx. 5 hrs trek
Distance: Approx. 10 km

Narrow trail above the gorge leads to stone-walled settlement.

Day 15 Trek from Namgung to Saldang.

Duration: Approx. 4 hrs trek
Distance: Approx. 8 km

Enter the high and dry desert of inner Dolpo.

Day 16 Trek from Saldang to Khomas Gaon.

Duration: Approx. 6-7 hrs trek
Distance: Approx. 13.3 km

Remote village walking with cultural interaction.

Day 17 Trek from Khomas Gaon to Mendo.

Duration: Approx. 5-6 hrs trek
Distance: Approx. 11 km

Cross rocky ridges and narrow trails.

Day 18 Trek from Mendo to Rapka khola.

Duration: Approx. 6-7 hrs trek
Distance: Approx. 14.3 km

Challenging ascent toward high alpine pasture.

Day 19 Trek from Rapka Khola to Chharkabhot.

Duration: Approx. 6-7 hrs trek
Distance: Approx. 12.3 km

Descent into Tibetan-style Chharka village.

Day 20 Trek from Chharkabhot to Norbulung.

Duration: Approx. 6-7 hrs trek
Distance: Approx. 13 km

Scenic ridge walk along seasonal yak grazing trails.

Day 21 Trek from Norblung to Sangda Phedi via the crossing of Niwal Pass.

Duration: Approx. 7-8 hrs trek
Distance: Approx. 14.8 km

Long day with pass crossing and steep descent.

Day 22 Trek from Sangda Phedi to Sangda.

Duration: Approx. 5-6 hrs trek
Distance: Approx. 10.3 km

Traverse rough trail through arid hills.

Day 23 Trek from Sangda to Dhagarjun.

Duration: Approx. 5-6 hrs trek
Distance: Approx. 11.8 km

Pass multiple settlements and ridges.

Day 24 Trek from Dhagarjun to Jomson.

Duration: Approx. 6-7 hrs trek
Distance: Approx. 14 km

Final descent with views of the Kali Gandaki valley.

Day 25 Fly to Pokhara. Sightseeing, boating or free for any other personal activities.

Duration: Approx. 20 minutes flight
Short scenic flight, explore lakeside Pokhara. Once you reach Pokhara, you can relax and explore the city. Overnight Stay at Pokhara.

Day 26 Drive or fly back to Kathmandu.

Duration: Approx. 7-8 hrs drive / 20-30 minutes Flight
Distance: Approx. 200 km

After early breakfast, we drive or flight back to Kathmandu. In drive the journey offers beautiful views of rivers, green hills, and rural villages. Upon arrival in Kathmandu, transfer to your hotel for a relaxing evening.

Day 27 Final departure. Drop to airport as per flight schedule.

Duration: Approx. 20-30 minutes drive
Distance: Approx. 7 km

Our representative will drop-off as per flight schedule.