Nepal's last hidden valley
Dolpo — Shey Phoksundo
A trans-Himalayan crossing to the turquoise waters of Phoksundo Lake and the Bon and Buddhist villages beyond.
Duration
18 days
Difficulty
Challenging
Max Altitude
5,115m
Region
Dolpo
Best Season
Summer, Autumn
Overview
Dolpo is trekking at its most remote — days without a road or a shop, walking alongside yak caravans between scattered villages that follow both Bon and Tibetan Buddhist tradition. The centrepiece is Phoksundo Lake, an improbable turquoise held within stark, dry mountains, one of the most striking sights in the entire Himalaya.
Highlights
- Phoksundo Lake's glacial turquoise water
- Bon and Tibetan Buddhist monasteries
- High trans-Himalayan pass crossings
- One of Nepal's least-visited regions
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Itinerary
Multi-leg flight into the Dolpo region.
Follow the Thuli Bheri river to the district headquarters.
Enter Shey Phoksundo National Park.
Forested trail deeper into the park.
Arrive at the turquoise waters of the lake.
Visit Ringmo village and the lakeside monastery.
Begin the crossing toward Upper Dolpo.
Approach to the high pass.
A high, remote pass into Upper Dolpo proper.
One of Dolpo's most significant monasteries.
Explore the monastery and surrounding sacred landscape.
Continue the Upper Dolpo circuit.
One of Dolpo's largest villages.
Following the Nagon Khola valley.
A further high pass with panoramic views.
A wide valley village known for its distinct culture.
Long descent back toward the lower valley.
Trip concludes.
Included
- Domestic flights to and from the trailhead region
- Teahouse and camping accommodation as required
- All meals during the trek
- Licensed English-speaking trekking guide and full porter/crew support
- Restricted-area permit and Shey Phoksundo National Park fees
Not Included
- International flights
- Nepal entry visa
- Travel insurance
- Personal trekking gear
- Tips for guide and crew
Questions
FAQ
Very — multiple high passes, long remote stretches and full camping support are required; strong prior trekking experience is recommended.
Yes, Dolpo refers to the culturally Tibetan trans-Himalayan region within Nepal's Dolpa district.
Dolpo — Shey Phoksundo Gallery
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