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.

Hotel BB/ Full Board Kathmandu (1,400 m/4,592 ft)

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.

Hotel BB/ Full Board Kathmandu (1,400 m/4,592 ft)

Day 03 Fly from Kathmandu to Nepalganj.

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

Hotel BB/ Full Board Nepalganj (150 m)

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.

Teahouses/ Lodges BB/ Full Board Juphal (2,475m/8,118ft), Dunai (2,140m/7,019ft).

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.

Teahouses/Lodges BB/Full Board Chhepka (2,838m/9,308f).

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.

Teahouses/Lodges BB/Full Board Rechi (2,940m/9,643ft).

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.

Teahouses/Lodges BB/Full Board Ringmo Village (3,733m/12,244ft).

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.

Teahouses/Lodges BB/Full Board Ringmo (3,733 m/12,244 ft)

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.

Teahouses/Lodges BB/Full Board Phoksundo Khola (3,750/12,300ft) via Phoksundo Lake (3,600m/11,808ft).

Day 10 Trek from Phoksundo Khola to Campsite.

Steep rocky trail through dramatic canyons.

Teahouses/Lodges BB/Full Board Campsite (4,717m/15,471ft).

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.

Teahouses/Lodges BB/Full Board High Camp (4,900m/16,072ft)

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.

Teahouses/Lodges BB/Full Board Shey Gompa (4,343m/12,245ft), Nangda La Pass (5,350m/17,548ft).

Day 13 Full-day excursion around Shey Gompa.

Visit ancient monastery, explore the mystic surroundings

Teahouses/Lodges BB/Full Board Shey Gompa (4,343m/12,245ft).

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.

Teahouses/Lodges BB/Full Board Namgung (4,806m/15,763ft).

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.

Teahouses/Lodges BB/Full Board Saldang (3,770m/12,365ft).

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.

Teahouses/Lodges BB/Full Board Khomas Gaon (4,060m/13,316ft).

Day 17 Trek from Khomas Gaon to Mendo.

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

Cross rocky ridges and narrow trails.

Teahouses/Lodges BB/Full Board Mendo (3,950m/12,956ft).

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.

Teahouses/Lodges BB/Full Board Rapka khola (5,205m/17,072ft).

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.

Teahouses/Lodges BB/Full Board Chharkabhot (4,110m/13,480ft).

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.

Teahouses/Lodges BB/Full Board Norbulung (4,750m/15,580ft).

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.

Teahouses/Lodges BB/Full Board Niwal Pass (5,120m/16,793ft).

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.

Teahouses/Lodges BB/Full Board Sangda (3,940m/12,923ft).

Day 23 Trek from Sangda to Dhagarjun.

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

Pass multiple settlements and ridges.

Teahouses/Lodges BB/Full Board Dhagarjun (3,840m/12,595ft).

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.

Teahouses/Lodges BB/Full Board Jomsom (2,730m/8,954ft).

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.

Hotel BB/ Full Board Pokhara (822 m/ 3947 Ft)

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.

Hotel BB/ Full Board Kathmandu (1,400 m/4,592 ft)

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.

BB/ Full Board Tribhuvan Internation Airport (1,338 m/4390 ft)