Take a flight to Nepalganj, a western-region town in the Tarai plains of Nepal. The flight takes around an hour, and the temperature can get soar during high summer (around 40ºC). Explore the town and drive to your hotel.

The village of Jhupal can be reached with a 45-minute scenic flight from Nepalgunj. From Jhupal, get on a short off-road drive to Dunai. If you choose trek from Jhupal to Dunai instead of driving, it takes around three hour. Stay overnight at Dunai.

Starting from Dunai, first we will cross Thulo Bheri Valley and enter the Phoksundo River Valley. From here, we will trek to Dhera, cross a thick forest and reach the entry point of Shey-Phoksundo National Park. This is the village of Anke, where we will stay tonight.

The trek today is around six to seven hours. The route has a number of ascents and descents today. You will cross several streams with clear gushing waters. Later we ascend to a forest, cross it, and descend to Ryajik. A little trek further will bring us to Sumdu where we will stay overnight.

Start after breakfast to reach Lake Phoksundo as early as possible. The emerald waters of this lake is the crowning glory of this trek. Located in the village of Ringmo, this lakes formed by two rivers – Phoksundo and Pungmo – flowing in. On the way we get view of one of the longest waterfalls of Nepal. Once at the lake, you will be enchanted by the environment with all the surrounding beauty. The pristine environment demands to be photographed for as long as possible. Enjoy the day and camp overnight near the shore.

We have set aside this day for rests and exploration. In order to adapt to the altitude, we will spend the day in serenity, and also take little hikes to the villages nearby. This kind of immersive beauty is rare in Nepal. Sleep overnight in the tent.

The trek today is around seven hours with lots of rests in. between. Leaving behind Phokshundo and Ringmo Village, we will head east along a gentle ascent to reach Bega-La (or Baga-La) Pass. At the top, you will have wonderful panoramic views of the several peaks above and the lake below. Cross the pass and arrive at Phedi for the overnight stay.

Numa-La is the second pass that we’ll be crossing in this consecutive day. Numa-La, at 5,190 meters, is the highest point of this trip. The route is marked by green pastures and a silent river. The beautiful landscape of Dolpo will astound you. At Numa-La, you will have magnificent views of several peaks including sections of the Dhaulagiri Mountain Range. From there descend to the pastures on the plains below, where we will camp for the night.

This is the third consecutive day where we will crossing yet another pass – the Pass of Jeng-La. At an altitude of 5,095 meters, Jeng-La offers majestic views of the Dhaulagiri Mountain Range – with peaks far and wide. After a pleasurable time at Jeng-La, descend to the valley of Tarap – a green expansive valley that connects with the Lower Dolpo Trekking Route. This valley is graced by the Tarap-Chu River – with the presence of at least ten different villages. Seeing a unique habitation at this remoteness might seem surreal, but setting aside the pondering for later, follow along the river and descend to Tokyu Gaun. It is an old village with an ancient-looking monastery that belongs to the Chiba-sect. Stay overnight here.

It is an average walk today with plenty of time for rest along the way. From Tokyo, we will be heading towards Dho Tarap, a scenic valley with pastures nearby. Arriving at Dho Tarap early, we will set up camp and then explore the area. The villages seem old and worn but the people that live here are friendly. Stay overnight here.

Start immediately after a quick breakfast as it is a challenging day of walk. Although the trekking duration is six to seven hours, we will be traveling along a rough terrain. First we will pass across a valley that narrows into a deep gorge. Next, we will walk out at an open meadow at the confluence of Tarap-Chu and Lang Rivers. This is Kamekharka where we’ll we’ll set up camp for tonight.

Start with a leisurely morning. Today it’s a scenic walk along a path that sometimes gets too narrow. The tricky descent is indeed challenging. The narrow gorge later emerges on a wider river bank. Here, you will see some of the clearest waters you’ve ever seen. Continue on the trail to later arrive at Khari Gaun where we will set up camp for the night.

Today the walk is around four to five hours. Tarakot, our destination for today, is a village that is at the junction of several trekking routes in Dolpo region. In the past, Tarakot was an important point of caravan trading with Tibet. We will frist walk to Lalberi village and, cross a forest, and descend to a narrow gorge. Coming out into the open, we will have reached the village of Tarakot.

As we come near the end of trekking in this program, we will gradually descend from Tarakot. First we will cross some villages and farmlands, and ascend to a valley with a vantage point. Take a break and descend to Thulo Bheri. Dunai is near. From Thulo Bheri, take the regular route across a river to arrive at the town of Dunai, the headquarters of Dolpo. From here, we will drive back to Jhupal.

Today we will take the earliest flight possible to Nepalganj. From the lodge we will walk to Jhupal Airstrip and fly to Nepalganj. At Nepalganj, we will board the connecting flight to Kathmandu. Transfer to the hotel and spend the rest of the day as you see fit.

After breakfast, we will take you on a sightseeing tour of some iconic places in the Kathmandu Valley, that will essentially include UNESCO World Heritage sites. In the evening, you are invited to join us for a farewell dinner.

According to your schedule, we will take you to the airport for your flight ahead.