Lower Dolpo Trek

Dolpo Buddha, Nepal

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Asian Heritage Treks and Travel
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Duration: 19 days
Group size: 2 - 25
Lower Dolpo Trek
Dolpo Buddha, Nepal

Asian Heritage Treks and Travel
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Duration: 19 days
Group size: 2 - 25

About this trip

Lower Dolpo Trek is an extremely thrilling and rewarding trek that takes you deep into the western hills of Nepal. Treks like the Everest Circuit or even the Annapurna Circuit, invite hundreds of trekkers due to its stunning mountain views. While the Lower Dolpo Trek is often taken upon by fewer travelers, it entices you with off-beaten paths, and steep hills, at the core of the trek itself. Add swinging bridges over gushing rivers, and vast, quiet landscapes, this trek demands 5-7 hours of walking every day.

These rigorous terrains don’t come without the rewards. You will get to witness cascading desert scenes as well as the pristine beauty of the turquoise Shey Phoksundo Lake. With rows of stone-houses, traditional villages, as well as deep pine forests, this trek packs it all for you.

In less than three weeks, you will get to be transported amidst the semi-desert region that weaves you in and out of densely forested slopes. You can also see a wide variety of fauna such as the Himalayan musk deer, blue sheep, snow leopard, caravans of yaks, and so on in their natural habitat. Snowy peaks like Mt. Dhaulagiri, Kugung La, and Khyung La look upon you as you trek. You will be trekking to two high passes: Numa La (4350) and Baga La(4500m) that offer breathtaking views of the lands below.

The best season for this trek is during Spring and Autumn. Since this trek falls in the rain-shadow area, it can be done throughout the year. Furthermore, the skies will be clearer and will offer a much better view when you are at higher elevations.

Highlights of Lower Dolpo Trek:

Trekking up to the beautiful Shey Phoksundo Lake at an altitude of 3730 m.

Trudging the barren desert-scapes for an otherworldly experience.

Trekking up to two high passes: Numa La (4350m) and Baga La(4500m) 

A chance to witness the unique flora and fauna in this region.

Walking on ancient salt trade routes and catching views of the Yak Caravan.

 

What’s included

  • Transportation
    All land transportation by private vehicle.
  • Accommodation
    3- Night's hotel accommodation in Hotel Yatri Suites & spa, or similar Thamel on BB.
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    Accommodation in Camp and available lodges during the trek on full board basis.
  • Sharing Accommodation
    As mentioned the hotel accommodations are a twin-sharing basic.
  • Full Board Accommodation
    Accommodation with three times meals during the treks (Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner)
  • Domestic Flights
    Domestic flight from Kathmandu-Nepalgunj-Kathmandu.
  • Entrance fee
    Entrance fee for different sightseeing places
  • Guide
    An experienced, English-speaking Local tour guide.
  • Porter
    All Porter service 2 trekkers: 1 porter (one porter can carry 18 kilos of luggage and share between two clients. So both clients are suggested to bring 9 kilos of luggage each)
  • Permits
    All necessary trekking permits and national park fees
  • Staff Expenses
    Staff costs include their salary, insurance, equipment, food, and accommodation.

What’s not included

  • Drinks/Beverage Bill.
  • Your personal expenses.
  • Tips
    Tipping (Tips for guide, drivers and supporters)
  • International Flights.
  • Upgrading Rooms/Services
    Extra costs for upgrading rooms and services at hotels.
  • Donations
    Donations in temples, schools, monasteries, etc.
  • Visas
    Visa fee for Nepal visa
  • Insurance
    Travel insurance of any kind
  • Others
    Any other items not specified in the include sections.

Available Packages

Private Tour- Double Room
Deposit:$1,439

This option provides a private double room for your entire stay. This room is shared by 2 persons. 


If you wish to have a private single room, please book a single room supplement below. 

$4,099
Deposit:$1,439

Available options

Single supplement
$530

This option provides you with a private single room during your entire stay instead of sharing with other travelers.   

Nepali Cooking workshop
$40

3-hour Nepali food cooking workshop with a local family. Including food, instructions, and soft-drinks.   

Everest Mountain flight by airplane
$250

Enjoy this scenic 50-minute flight that takes you from Kathmandu, close to Mount Everest.   

Handicraft tour
$100

6-hour handicraft tour through Kathmandu Valley including transport and English-speaking tour guide.   

Itinerary

Day 1
Arrival in Kathmandu

Welcome to Kathmandu!! Asian heritage representative awaits you at Tribhuvan International Airport. On arrival, our Asian Heritage Representative will be waiting to welcome you and take you to the hotel. Check in to your luxurious room at the luxury 4-star Hotel Yatri. Our representative will facilitate you and discuss your travel itinerary. There will be enough time to stroll through the street of Thamel.
Meals: Breakfast
Accommodation: Yatri Suites & Spa or Similar.

 

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Asian Heritage Treks and Travel
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