Dolpa Circuit Trek

Day 1 Kathmandu (1345m/4412ft) arrival

Airport Representative will meet you at the airport and transferred to hotel by private tourist vehicle. Overnight at hotel.

Day 2 Exploring Kathmandu

After breakfast and pre-trip meeting we will take you to explore around Kathmandu valley; which includes Boudhanath, Pasupatinath; Swyabhunath; Kathmandu durbar square.  After that you will have free time to explore around alleys of Thamel or for some last minute shopping. Overnight at hotel.

Day 3 Kathmandu to Nepalgunj

Along with guide we will take flight to Nepalganj with a view of the Himalaya on Northern part. Hotel check-in then take some time to explore around the town. Overnight at hotel.

Day 04- Fly to Juphal (2,400m/7874ft) and trek to Dunai (2,150m/7053ft)

We take a flight from Nepalgunj to Juphal then hike for around three hours through terraced fields to the Bheri Riverand the canyon to reach larger valley which is called Dunai. Tented camp.

Day 05: Dunai to Tarakot (2550m/8366ft)

Following the trail eastward along the south bank of the Thulo Bheri and crossing north bank beyond Dunai and then south bank reach to Lawan finally reach to Tarakot. O/N at Tarakot.

Day 06: Tarakot to Khanigaon (2550m/8366ft)

After a few ups and downs, you will cross the high suspension bridge at 2560m. Just above the bridge you will see Tarap Chu joins the Barbung Khola and then reach to Khanigaon, the village complete with Gompa. O/N at Khanigaon.

Day 07: Khanigaon to Chukore (about 3550m/11646ft)

From Khanigaon the trail leads to Lihini. Now the trail forwards sometimes on stone stairways and sometimes on a twisting bare-earth and reaches to the high point about 3650m. From here the trail slops down to Chukore. O/N at Chukore.

Day 08: Chukore to Kamokharka (4000m/13123ft)

Beyond Chukore the trail slopes down to Naurpani. Crossing several streams and bridges, passing the series of low caves the trail slopes down into the large yak pasture of Kamokharka. O/N at Kamokharka.

Day 09: Kamokharka to Dho (4130m/13549)

From Kamokharka the trail set off across the meadow crossing several little streams and wooden bridge. Along line of Mani walls leads to the village. Finally you will reach to Dho. O/N at Dho.

Day 10: Dho to Numa La Camp (4350m/14271ft)

Head west out of Dho passing stone houses then you will reach the Crystal Mountain School. Beyond the school the trail leads uphill to the Tok-Khyu village (4180m). Then the trail crosses the Tarap Khola and finally reaches to Numa La Camp. O.N at Numa La Camp.

Day 11: Numa La Camp to Bang La Camp (4500m/14763ft)

The route crosses a small stream and makes a long climb along a moraine to Numa La (5318m).From the pass on a clear day you will see the Shey Shikar (6139m), Kenjeralwa and Dhaulagiri I (8169m). Descend from the pass into the U-shaped rocky valley and reach to Bang La Camp. O/N at Bang La Camp.

Day 12: Bang La Camp to Sanu Bheri Valley (3800m/12467ft)

The trail crosses the stream then climbs a slope and reach to Poyun Chu Valley and to Banga La (5190m). Dewscend from the pass and cross the stream and slant down the right-hand mountainside, finally reach to Sanu Bheri Valley. O/N at Sanu Bheri Valley.

Day 13: Sanu Bheri valley to Phoksundo Lake (3730m/12237ft)

The trail downs to the meadow then descend into a forest reach to the yak pasture. Trek through more meadows, forest, and yak pasture then climb on a high Cliffside trail to a ridge at 3780m. There are the good views across the valley to the huge waterfall formed by the Phoksundo Lake. Then the trail descends gently through a blue pine forest and reaches to Ringmo (3730m) and near to the shores of Phoksundo Lake. O/N at Phoksundo Lake.

Day 14: Phoksundo Lake to Pungmo Valley (3304m/10839ft)

From Phoksundo Lake the trail you will take the down valley trail through meadows and reaches a high p [point about 377om and descends very steeply to Palam (3230m) and then to Sumduwa where you will see the National park head quarters. The trail continues on the right bank of Pungmo Khola, finally reach to Pungmo Valley. O/N at Pungmo Valley.

Day 15: Pungmo Valley to Lasa Meadow (about 4300m/14100ft)

The trail slopes down through trees to the riverside and comes to a chorten at the confluence of two streams. At around 400m you will see the band of rhododendrons.  In the way the wedge peak is no longer seen but the mass of Kanjelaruwa can bee seen clearly. The trail climbs and reaches to Lasa Meadow. O/N at Lasa Meadow.

Day 16: Lasa Meadow to Garpung khola Valey (4000m/13123ft)

From Lasa Meadow the trail climbs up with magnificent views and finally reaches to Kagmara La. From Karmara La the trail descends quite steep and came to the head of Garpung Khola valley and finally reach to the camping area of Garpung Khola Valley. O/N at Garpung Khola Valley.

Day 17: Garpung Khola Valley to Hurikot (2600m/8530ft)

The trail forward following down the Garpung Khola Valley and descending quite steeply you come to a bridge and to Toljem (2920m) where you can see the army check-post. Just below the check-post cross the Jagdula Khola and walking sometimes you will reach to Hurikot, a collection of somber grey, flat-roofed. O/N at Hurikot.

Day 18: Hurikot to Forest Camp (3250m/10662ft)

Passing Kaigaon, Majgaon, and Rimi you will pass through the dense forest of holly oak, bamboo and tree juniper. After then you will reach to Chaurikot, a medium sized Khamoa village. Crossing several minor streams in the forest you will reach to Forest Camp. O/N at Forest Camp.

Day 19: Forest Camp to Churta (3010m/9875ft)

Leaving Mauria Bhanjyang descends among the rhododendrons and into the forest of birch, pine and oak you will reach the settlement of Naphukana. About 20-25 minutes later crossing side stream you will reach to Churta, a Tibetan village. O/N at Churta.

Day 20: Churta to Jumla (2370m/7775ft)

Leaving Mani Sangu you will reach to Gothi Chaur.  From here the trail climbs to Pattyata Lagna (2830m) and to Dochal Ghara.  The trail descends gently in a fertile valley and crosses the river and finally reaches to Jumla. O/N at Jumla.

Day 21: Jumla to Kathmandu

You have a scenic fly from Jumla to Kathmandu. Hotel, B.B. O/n at Kathmandu.

Day 22: Rest/Leisure day/buffer day

Full day on your own, exploring around Thamel, shopping etc

Day 23: Departure

Transfer to Airport for your onward destination.

Trip Starts	Trip Ends	Availability	Price USD
May 20, 2012	June 11, 2012		US$ 2995
May 24, 2012	June 15, 2012		US$ 2995
May 27, 2012	June 18, 2012		US$ 2995
May 31, 2012	June 22, 2012		US$ 2995
June 3, 2012	June 25, 2012		US$ 2995
June 7, 2012	June 29, 2012		US$ 2995
June 10, 2012	July 2, 2012		US$ 2995
June 14, 2012	July 6, 2012		US$ 2995
June 17, 2012	July 9, 2012		US$ 2995
June 21, 2012	July 13, 2012		US$ 2995
June 24, 2012	July 16, 2012		US$ 2995
June 28, 2012	July 20, 2012		US$ 2995
July 1, 2012	July 23, 2012		US$ 2995
July 5, 2012	July 27, 2012		US$ 2995
July 8, 2012	July 30, 2012		US$ 2995
July 12, 2012	August 3, 2012		US$ 2995
July 15, 2012	August 6, 2012		US$ 2995
July 19, 2012	August 10, 2012		US$ 2995
July 22, 2012	August 13, 2012		US$ 2995
July 26, 2012	August 17, 2012		US$ 2995
July 29, 2012	August 20, 2012		US$ 2995
August 2, 2012	August 24, 2012		US$ 2995
August 5, 2012	August 27, 2012		US$ 2995
August 9, 2012	August 31, 2012		US$ 2995
August 12, 2012	September 3, 2012		US$ 2995
August 16, 2012	September 7, 2012		US$ 2995
August 19, 2012	September 10, 2012		US$ 2995
August 23, 2012	September 14, 2012		US$ 2995
August 26, 2012	September 17, 2012		US$ 2995
August 30, 2012	September 21, 2012		US$ 2995
September 2, 2012	September 24, 2012		US$ 2995
September 6, 2012	September 28, 2012		US$ 2995
September 9, 2012	October 1, 2012		US$ 2995
September 13, 2012	October 5, 2012		US$ 2995
September 16, 2012	October 8, 2012		US$ 2995
September 20, 2012	October 12, 2012		US$ 2995
September 27, 2012	October 19, 2012		US$ 2995
October 4, 2012	October 26, 2012		US$ 2995
October 11, 2012	November 2, 2012		US$ 2995
October 18, 2012	November 9, 2012		US$ 2995
October 25, 2012	November 16, 2012		US$ 2995
November 1, 2012	November 23, 2012		US$ 2995
November 8, 2012	November 30, 2012		US$ 2995
November 15, 2012	December 7, 2012		US$ 2995
November 22, 2012	December 14, 2012		US$ 2995
November 29, 2012	December 21, 2012		US$ 2995
December 6, 2012	December 28, 2012		US$ 2995
December 13, 2012	January 4, 2013		US$ 2995
December 20, 2012	January 11, 2013		US$ 2995
December 27, 2012	January 18, 2013		US$ 2995

Note:

Guaranteed: Trip is Guaranteed to run.

Limited: Trip is Guaranteed to run, but only with limited spaces. Please contact us.

Booked: Trip full or unavailable, but we can open new departure so please contact us.

Cost Include(s)

01. All required airport transfered by private vehicle.
02. Standard accommodation in hotel in Kathmandu breakfast included.
03. Standard hotel accommodation in Nepaljung.
04. Guided city tour in Kathmandu by private vehicle with entrance fees
05. All meals (breakfast, lunch, dinner) during the trek
06. Tented camping accommodation during the trek and equipment during the trek.
07.  Licensed English speaking guide during the trek along with supporting staff including a porter to carry your stuff (1 for 2 person basis)
08.  Tea/coffee (thrice a day), boilded water during the trek
09.  Special trekking permit, conservation entry fee, TIMS.
10.  Kathmandu – Nepaljung – Juphal – Nepaljung - Kathmandu flight fair including airport taxes.
11.  Private transportation wherever required according to the itinerary.
12.  Down Jacket and sleeping bag to use during the trek and t-shirt
13. All our government taxes.
14. Service charge, vat, and other official expense. 

Cost Exclude(s)

01. Lunch and dinner in Kathmandu
02. All kinds of drinks like beer, coke/fanta/sprite, and alcohol.
03. Travel Insurance (Essential).
04. Sweets like chocolate or deserts
05. Nepal Entry Visa.
06. Personal trekking equipment except stated above.
07. Tips, Gratuities and other expenditure (Accepted but not mandatory)