Upper Dolpo Trek
The Upper Dolpa Trek is one of Nepal’s most remote and mystical high-altitude trekking experiences, offering travelers a journey into the heart of the Dolpo region, often referred to as the last Shangri-La of Nepal. Located in northwestern Nepal, the region is part of the Trans-Himalayan landscape, bordering Tibet, and is renowned for its rugged mountains, stark landscapes, high passes, and Tibetan-influenced culture. Upper Dolpa encompasses several iconic destinations, including Shey Gompa, Phoksundo Lake, Chharka, Saldang, and Dunai, giving trekkers a rare opportunity to experience untouched Himalayan wilderness.The trek is characterized by dramatic high-altitude valleys, barren landscapes, and alpine meadows, contrasting sharply with the lush greenery of lower Nepal. The region is sparsely populated, and the trails wind through remote villages inhabited by ethnic Tibetan and Bon-influenced communities, offering an immersive cultural experience. Monasteries, prayer flags, mani walls, and chortens dot the landscape, reflecting centuries-old Buddhist traditions. Local communities sustain themselves through subsistence farming, yak herding, and barley cultivation, preserving traditional lifestyles with minimal influence from modern tourism.Upper Dolpa lies within Shey Phoksundo National Park, Nepal’s largest national park, and is home to rare wildlife such as snow leopards, Himalayan tahr, musk deer, red pandas, and golden eagles. Trekkers are also treated to the spectacular sight of Phoksundo Lake, Nepal’s deepest and most pristine lake, with its turquoise waters framed by cliffs and pine forests. High passes such as Kang La Pass (5,310 m) and remote valleys like Namrung and Saldang make the trek moderate to strenuous, requiring trekkers to have good fitness, acclimatization awareness, and preparation for isolated high-altitude conditions.The Upper Dolpa Trek is ideal for adventurers seeking solitude, pristine landscapes, and cultural immersion. The remoteness of the region means that tourism infrastructure is minimal, providing an authentic Himalayan experience with unspoiled natural beauty, traditional villages, and spiritual ambiance. Trekkers are rewarded with panoramic mountain views, untouched wilderness, and encounters with ancient Tibetan-Buddhist culture, making this trek a unique and unforgettable adventure in Nepal.
Rs. 10000/Person