Dolpa Region : Shey Phoksundo Lake Trekking in Nepal !!

Trek around Dolpa or Dolpo circuit is one of the most popular treks as it passed through Phoksundo lake, featured in Eric Valli's Oscar nominated movie “ Caravan”. Phoksundo, also known as the Bule Lake, cuts on of the deepest gorges in Nepal but contains no aquatic life. It is possible to visit Phoksundo lake a one week trek trail is more satisfying. Beginning from Juphal the trail continues to Dunai and the heads north along the Dho- Tarap River to Dho - Tarap village (4040m) an area inhibited by people practicing the pre - Buddhist religion called “Bon- Po”. The trail crosses the two high passes of Numala (5190m) and Bagala (5070m) before reaching the Hamlet of Ringmo on the southern end of Phoksundo Lake.

The hiker’s first glimpse of Lake Phoksundo, set in a cleft between rocks that rise 2000m into the clear mountain skies, reveals a scene of unearthly beauty a white glimmer of silver birch edges the lakes radiant turquoise blue waters. Kanjiroba (6883m) one of the highest mountains in the region, can be seen from the top of the surrounding peaks. Blue Sheep, Musk Dear, Goral, Snow Leopard, Himalayan Tahr and Bear inhibit the Shey Phoksundo National Parks set aside to protect an ecosystem typical of the high arid Tibetan plateau.

Suggested Itinerary: 20 Days

Day 01: Receive you on Kathmandu international airport then transfer to your hotel.
Day 02: Full day sightseeing in Kathmandu valley such as Kathmandu Durbar Square, Monkey Temple (Swayambhunath Stupa, Pashupatinath Temple, Boudhanath Stupa. Transfer back to hotel.
Day 03: Fly from Kathmandu – Nepalgunj, 45 min. overnight at camp
Day 04: Fly from Nepalgunj to Juphal to Dunai. 35 min. flight & 3.30 Treks, overnight at camp
Day 05: Dunai – Tara Bagar, 6 hrs, overnight at camp
Day 06: Tara Bagar – Sahartara – Lasicap, 5 / 6 hrs, overnight at camp
Day 07: Lasicap – Chhyur, 8 hrs, overnight at camp
Day 08: Chhyur to Kalang Bridge 6 hrs. Overnight at camp
Day 09: Kalang Bridge – Dho, 3 hrs. Overnight at camp
Day 10: Dho – Takshi, 6/ 7 hrs, overnight at camp
Day 11: Taksi – Danigar, 8 hrs, overnight at camp
Day 12: Danigar - Yak Kharka 6 hrs, overnight at camp
Day 13: Yak Kharka – Ringmo, 5 hrs, overnight at camp
Day 14: Ringmo – Raichi 4 hrs, overnight at camp
Day 15: Raichi – Sangta, 4 hrs, overnight at camp
Day 16: Sangta – Dunai or Juphal 3 hrs, overnight at camp
Day 17: Dunai or Juphal – Nepalgunj by flight 35 min, overnight at camp
Day 18: Nepalgunj to Kathmandu flight 45 min. then transfer to hotel.
Day 19: Sightseeing in Kathmandu Valley.
Day 20: Departure for the onwards programs.

Discount Offers:

- 4 plus offer: If you collect 4-9 people in a group then 40 USD discount on per person's price.
- 10 plus offer: If you collect 10 or more than 10 people in a group then 40USD discount on per person's   price and one (Trip Leader) get free trip.
- Winter offer: If you travel in winter (December and January) USD 50 discount on per person's price.
- Monsoon offer: If you travel in Monsoon (June and July) USD 50 discount on per person's price.
- Early Booking Offer: If you Book a Trip 6 months before the trip departure, you will get 5% discount from original cost.

Special Notes:

PRICE: All the Prices are in US $ Dollar Per Person.
AVAILABLE: This date is available and open for booking.
GUARANTEED: We have reached minimum numbers and this trip is guaranteed for departure.
LIMITED: There are a very limited number of available places on this departure.

- If the above set departure dates are not suitable for you, you may choose your own departure date. These types of departures are best suited for solo travellers, couples, families, charity and small groups. 
- Customized/Tailor-made itinerary are available on request.

Suggested Itinerary: 20 Days

Day 01: Receive you on Kathmandu international airport then transfer to your hotel.
Day 02: Full day sightseeing in Kathmandu valley such as Kathmandu Durbar Square, Monkey Temple (Swayambhunath Stupa, Pashupatinath Temple, Boudhanath Stupa. Transfer back to hotel.
Day 03: Fly from Kathmandu – Nepalgunj, 45 min. overnight at camp
Day 04: Fly from Nepalgunj to Juphal to Dunai. 35 min. flight & 3.30 Treks, overnight at camp
Day 05: Dunai – Tara Bagar, 6 hrs, overnight at camp
Day 06: Tara Bagar – Sahartara – Lasicap, 5 / 6 hrs, overnight at camp
Day 07: Lasicap – Chhyur, 8 hrs, overnight at camp
Day 08: Chhyur to Kalang Bridge 6 hrs. Overnight at camp
Day 09: Kalang Bridge – Dho, 3 hrs. Overnight at camp
Day 10: Dho – Takshi, 6/ 7 hrs, overnight at camp
Day 11: Taksi – Danigar, 8 hrs, overnight at camp
Day 12: Danigar - Yak Kharka 6 hrs, overnight at camp
Day 13: Yak Kharka – Ringmo, 5 hrs, overnight at camp
Day 14: Ringmo – Raichi 4 hrs, overnight at camp
Day 15: Raichi – Sangta, 4 hrs, overnight at camp
Day 16: Sangta – Dunai or Juphal 3 hrs, overnight at camp
Day 17: Dunai or Juphal – Nepalgunj by flight 35 min, overnight at camp
Day 18: Nepalgunj to Kathmandu flight 45 min. then transfer to hotel.
Day 19: Sightseeing in Kathmandu Valley.
Day 20: Departure for the onwards programs.

Includes in the Packages:

- Kathmandu International Airport transfer by private vehicles.
- 2 Nights hotel in Kathmandu in 3 stars deluxe or in Bhaktapur with B.B Plan.
- Domestic flight Kathmandu - Nepalgunj – Juphal – Nepalgunj - Kathmandu) as a round fare
- Applicable domestic airport taxes.
- All land transfer as per given itinerary.
- Dolpa controlled region permits by Department of Immigration.
- Shey Phoksundo National parks entry permits fees.
- TIMS (Trekker's Information Management System) permit and their fees.
- Tented accommodation with all cooking equipment during the trekking days.
- Food (Bf, Lunch Din) 3 times each day serve with hot drinks while on the trek.
- Fluent English speaking license holder local Mountain Trekking Guide.
- Professional cook, Sherpa, Kitchen Staffs and necessaries porter as upon the group size.
- All program according to itineraries on full board.
- Trekking equipment and other facilities to Nepali trekking staffs.
- Food, accommodation, salary and Insurances for all the Nepali trekking staffs
- After trek, you will get an attractive gift souvenir from Gokyo Treks & Expedition (P) Ltd.

Excludes in this packages:-

- Nepal entry visa fees.
- Travel Insurance (this is a mandatory condition of booking)
- Optional Excursions: optional excursions such are culture trips, ethno trips, and festival trips, monastery meditation with Lama & monks, nature medicine trips, bird watching, sports, farming trips and other incentive trips as per the client’s interest.
- Personal expenses e.g. phone calls, laundry, bar bills & extra porters.
- Hot Shower in during the trekking period
- Cost arising out of landslides, road blockade, and rescue of any form, cancellation of flight or reasons beyond our control.
- Personal equipment, nature or any donation.
- All types of drinks
- Tips for the crew (Note: TIPS is not compulsory but expected)
- International Airfare and departure airport taxes.

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Equipments checklist: -

When selecting your personal items, keep in mind the number of days you'll be trekking, the time of year and the altitude. We advise our clients to bring these items:

Down Sleeping Bag, Down Jacket, Long sleeved shirt, Jumper or fleecy jacket
T - Shirts, Trekking shoes or boots, Comfy shoes for around the camp.
Mountain trekking boots, Polypropylene/wool socks, Light cotton socks for under wool socks.
Rucksack, Sun hat, Woolen hat, Gloves, Sun block for lips
- Goggles or sunglasses, Long underwear, Insulated pants Nylon windbreaker
- Nylon wind pants, Water bottle, Sewing kit, Medical & first aid kit
- Flash light, Batteries and bulbs, Swiss army knife, Towel and toiletries

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