Jumla- Shey Phoksundo Lake Trekking
Dolpo is an ancient Tibetan kingdom located in the north east part of Nepal. It was only opened to trekkers in 1990. The Himalayan range can be seen in all its splendor, and Phoksondo lake with the Ringmo village provide some of the most beautiful Nepalese scenery. We follow the ancient Tibetan salt caravan route, across two high passes and through the wilderness in one of Nepal’s most remote areas. In the Dolpo region the monsoon, created by the sea winds blowing from the Gulf of Bengal, is tempered by the Dhaulaghiri range and trekking is therefore also possible during the summer, a period during which flora explodes in all its splendor: orchids, edelweiss, campanules, forget-me-nots.
Highlights
| Duration |
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22 Days |
| Difficulty |
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Strenuous |
| Maximum Altitude |
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5360 m |
| Mode of Trek |
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Camping |
Outline itinerary
DAY 01: Arrival at Katmandu airport transfer to Hotel.
DAY 02: Katmandu - Nepalgunj by plane.
We walk north through the arid plateau lands that stretch up to Tibet. The trail is quite barren with craggy rocks and sand and is mostly flat, which makes it very easy going. This enjoyable start is at the same time picturesque, with views of big peaks all around such as Dhaulagiri (8167m), Tukuche (6920m) and, in the west, the awesome mountain above Kagbeni--Nilgiri. Over to the south and southwest the entire Annapurna Massif can be seen.
DAY 03: Nepalganj - Juphal (2250m) by plane - Dunai (2150m). 3-hour
During the flight, we can enjoy a superb panorama of the Annapurnas, Dhaulagiri and Manaslu
DAY 04: Dunai - Tharakot (2700m) in 5.h.
The trail goes along the Thulo Bheri river towards Tharakot. This village was an ancient fortress and a caravan stop.
DAY 05: Tharakot - Lahini ( 3200m) in 5h
Steady ascent by steep trails through fir and juniper forests.
DAY 06: Lahini - Naure Odar (3100m) in 6h.
The narrow trail goes through the Tarap Khola gorges
DAY 07: Naure Odar - Dho (4000m) in 6h.
We come out onto the Tibetan plateau. A tough walk gradually-disappearing vegetation, towards Dho, the main village of the valley
DAY 08: Dho. Acclimatization day.
We will visit the three main villages of the Tarap valley and the Ri Bhumpa Gompa and Bon-Po Gompa monasteries.
DAY 09: Dho - Camp at 4100m (before the pass) in 5h.
In this region, men trim their hair with red threads and wear them in a chignon like the Khampas from Tibet. Women wear heavy silver headgear.
DAY 10: Italians Camp.
From the Nun La, literraly " salt pass ", the views of the Annapurnas, Dhaulagiri and Nilgiri are superb. We then descend the other side of the mountain and establish the campsite at 4200m.
DAY 11: Camp at 4200m - Bagla La Pass (5090m) - Roman (3800m) in 5h.
The emerald waters of the Phoksondo lake and the picturesque village of Ringmo form one of the most beautiful Himalayan landscapes.
DAY 12: Roman - Ringmo (3510m) in 2h .
Gentle walk around the lake and visit the Tesu monastery. The monastery rules life in Ringmo, a town inhabited by " Bothias ", a tribe originally from Tibet.
DAY 13: Ringmo - Pungmo (3500m) in 5h.
The trails follows the Phoksondo banks and later the Pungmo Khola river.
DAY 14: Pungmo - Lasa (4100m) in 5h.
A pleasant path that goesthrough blue fir tree forests and later through birche and juniper forests.
DAY 15: Lasa - Kagmara La (5115m) - Kagmara Phedi (4000m) in 6h
DAY 16: Kagmara Phedi - Toijem ( 2920m) in 4h.
DAY 17: Toijem - Kaigaon (2650m) in 5h.
DAY 18: Kaigaon - Chaurikot (3060m)
DAY 19: Chaurikot - Mauri Lagna Pass (3820m) - Chatra (3380m) in 6h.
Mauri Lagna means “Honey Pass ". During spring, the trail is lined with blue lilies, azaleas and blossoming rhododendrons. Magnificent panorama of snowy summits: Gutumba (5608m), Mata Tumba (5767m), Bhahul Himal (5460m).
DAY 20: Chatra - Gotichaur (2650m) in 5h.
Corn, potatoes, barley and buckwheat fields alternate with meadows and forests.
DAY 21: Gotichaur - Jumla (2300m) in 5h
Peaceful verdant areas strewn with shining irrigation canals and rivers. In summer, the flora blossoms brightly: orchids, forget-me-nots, geraniums, mint, buttercups, and gentians.
DAY 22: Jumla - Nepalganj by plane.
DAY 23: Nepalganj - Katmandu by plane
DAY 24: Final departure for your onward destination.
Service Includes: Pick up and drop from airport,Kathmandu accommodation (as per your request), Flight pokhara –Kathmandu,All land transfer as per given itinerary, National Park Conservation entry permit fees,Accommodation during trekCamping (twin sharing two men tent) / dining tent, toilet tent.3 meals everyday while on the trek,Experienced English speaking guide / leader, necessary experience local helpersAll program according to itineraries on full board,Wages, food, accommodation during the trek in Tea house or camp, equipment, insurance and other facilities to staffs, farewell dinner at Nepali typical cultural restaurant, Company T-shirt.
Service Excludes: Nepal entry visa.Travel insurance,Medical evacuation in case of emergency,Domestic airfare,Personal expenses,All bar bill,Expenses of personal nature i.e. soft/hard drinks, tips etc,International airport tax,any other unforeseen expenses are not included.Emergency Rescue ( If required)
Note: The departure schedule can be change on any unavoidable circumstances such as weather hazards, natural changes of walking track, road slides, avalanches and public strikes. Price subjected to change if there are more or less than 2 people in a group.
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