Southern Dolpa Circuit
Overview
The hidden land of Dolpa was first settled in the 10th century by Rokpa farmers and Drokpa nomads from Tibet. Tucked away in the rain shadow of the Dhaulagiri Himal, this arid, high-mountain desert is a place of howling winds, vast open spaces, and endless skies of blinding sunlight. It is a land where remote, scattered fortress villages and ancient monasteries stand against the elements, and where the air is filled with the scent of juniper and the sounds of passing yak caravans. Truly, Dolpa is Tibet in Nepal.
The Lower Dolpa Circuit trek from Juphal to Juphal via Ringmo and Do Tarap showcases the region's stunning contrast of environments. Trekkers are treated to a magnificent variety of landscapes, moving from lush meadows and maple forests to snow-covered glaciers and sweeping views of the barren, mighty hills stretching northwards into Tibet.
What's Included
- Accommodation during the trek: Tented
- Equipment: Member tent, kitchen tent, dining tent, toilet tent, outdoor standard mattress, cooking utensils, and satellite phone for emergencies
- Food: Standard 3 times meals a day (Breakfast, lunch, dinner)
- Hotel: 3-star standard Boutique Hotel in Kathmandu & Nepalgunj on BB Plan
- Airfare: Kathmandu to Nepalgunj to Juphal (Dolpo), Nepalgunj to Kathmandu
- Permits: Lower Dolpo Special Permit, & Shey Phoksundo National Park Entry Permit
- Drink: Choices of tea, coffee, hot chocolate, with the light snacks that are cookies or biscuits.
- Crew members: Experienced trekking guide, cook, kitchen staff, mule driver & their insurance
What's Not Included
- Nepal entry visa fee
- International air tickets
- Travel & rescue insurance (mandatory)
- Personal trekking gear, including a sleeping bag and a pillow
- Excess baggage charges for domestic flights (limited to 15kg, including the hand carry)
- Personal expenses such as bar bill, laundry, charging of batteries, use of internet, hot shower, horse riding, and extra porter
- Costs arise due to sudden changes made by the guest that increase the cost of the trek
- Meals (Main course) in the hotel in Kathmandu & Nepalgunj
- Tips for the supporting crew members (Mandatory)
Trip Information
17 days
HARD
14 people
Dolpa
Best Seasons
Important Notes
- • Travel insurance is highly recommended
- • Physical fitness level should match difficulty rating
- • Weather conditions may affect the itinerary
- • All permits and fees are handled by our team
Starting from
Per adult (price varies by group size)
Group Discounts Available
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