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Upper Dolpo - Rara Lake Trekking

upper_dolpo_tent1Trekking in Dolpo region is difficult level by the point of view of accessible. The settlement in this area is started in the 10th century by farmers and Tibetan nomads. Shey Phoksunmdo National Park covers and protects the most of the part of Dolpa.
The attraction of this land is landscape, people around, wilderness region and Shey Phoksumdo lake that changes its color with the change of weather. While the sun disappears lake becomes dark blue/ the turquoise color. Popular and preservative land of Bon-po symbolism which was a system in Tibet before Buddhism was established. Bonpo is developed from the animist group.
Most monasteries in Dolpo are either Bon or Kagyupa, although there seems to be a trend to convert to Nyingmapa
Phoksundo Lake The lake is spectacular, it is 4.8km long, 1.8km wide and said to be 650m deep. It is known for its aquamarine color a greenish blue similar to a special Tibetan turquoise .There is no aquatic life in the lake, which helps to make the waters brilliantly clear. If one tosses a rock in, one can watch it for a long time as it sinks to the bottom. According to legend, Phoksumdo Lake was formed by a spiteful female demon.
In Buddhist Himalaya, David Snellgrove recounts how the demon was fleeing from the saint Padmasambhava and gave the village people a turquoise after they promised not to tell that she had passed by. Padmasambhava turned the turquoise into a lump of dung, which upset so much the local people and they revealed the demon’s whereabouts. She, in return caused a flood. It is said you can see the remains of a village below the lake’s surface.

Upper Dolpo &Shey Gompa
Upper dolpo region is situated in the northwestern Nepal. It is the upper area of the Tarap Khola and Shey Phokundo lake. The route passes through dry land of the valley snow-capped peaks and the desolate plateau.
Trekking into the Jumla region is one of the most astonishing and charming treks This trek requires very good experience of trekking and good physical condition. Attraction of this region is the landscapes, flowers, Rara lake, flora and fauna, Jumli culture and villages. Rara lake is surrounded by the forest of Oak, Juniper, blue pine, spruce and cypress. The route passes through villages, several rivers, forest of fir, walnut, birch, juniper and pine, treeless meadow. Rara, the largest Lake in Nepal is in the high elevation towards the north west of Nepal with it’s unique culture, dramatic landscape and some historically important place on the way.

Day to Day Itinerary
Day 1 Arrival at the International airport and transfer to Hotel
Namaste and welcome to Nepal, You’ll be met and assisted at the airport by our local representatives who will arrange your transfer and check in to your hotel.
Day 2 Free day in Kathmandu and sightseeing around Kathmandu valley.
Day 3 Flight Kathmandu to Nepalgunj. O/N Nepalgunj Hotel.
Day 4 Flight early morning Nepalganj to Juphal. O/N Juphal Camp
Day 5 Trek Juphal to Roha Gaun. O/N Roha Gaun Camp
Day 6 Trek Roha Gaun to Sepka. O/N Sepka Camp
Day 7 Trek Sepka to Reji. O/N Reji Camp
Day 8 Trek Reji to Ringmo (Shey Phoksindo Lake) Camp
Day 9 Rest days in Ringmo. O/N Ringmo Camp
Day 10 Trek Ringmo to Chumyambe. O/N Chumyambe Camp
Day 11 Trek Chumyambe to Mendojersa. o/N Mendojersa Camp
Day 12 Trek Mendojersa to She Gumpa. O/N She Gumpa Camp
Day 13 Rest days in She Gumpa. O/N She Gumpa Camp
Day 14 Trek She Gumpa to Daljung Kharka. O/N Daljung Kharka Camp
Day 15 Trek Daljung Kharka to Mejair.O/N Mejair Camp
Day 16 Trek Mejair to Nupu Kharka. O/N Nupu Kharka Camp
Day 17 Trek Nupu Kharka to Foth gan. O/N Foth gan Camp
Day 18 Trek Foth gan to Basa. O/N Basa Camp
Day 19 Trek Basa to Gambuk. O/N Gambuk Camp
Day 20 Trek Gambuk to Majiuthang. O/N Majiuthang Camp
Day 21 Trek Majiuthang to Takla Khola. O/N Takla Khola Camp
Day 22 Trek takla Khola to Thangiep. O/N Thangieo Camp
Day 23 Trek Thangiep to Khal Chaur. O/N Khal Chaur Camp
Day 24 Khal Chaur (rest day). O/N Khal Chaur Camp
Day 25 Trek Khal Chaur to Dhunge Danda. O/N Dunge Danda Camp
Day 26 Trek Dhunge Dhanda to Gamgadi. O/N Gamgadi Camp
Day 27 Trek Gamgadi to Rara lake. O/N Rara Lake Camp
Day 28 Rara Lake trip. O/N Camp
Day 29 Rara lake trip. O/N Camp
Day 30 Trek Rara lakes to Topla. O/N Topla Camp
Day 31 Trek Topla to Bumra. O/N Bumra Camp
Day 32 Trek Bumra to Patmara. O/N Patmara Camp
Day 33 Trek Patmara to Jumla. O/N Jumla Camp
Day 34 FlightJumla to Nepalganj to Kathmandu. O/N Kathmandu Hotel
Day 35 Rest day in Kathmandu and have a free shopping day
Day 36 Departure with warm Good Bye.
Today is free to relax until departure or to commence any additional trips or activities you may have booked. If departing, you will transfer to the International Airport in time for your return flight home.

Our package cost includes the following services:

  • Transfer to and from the international airport and domestic airport/hotel/airport.
  • Welcome dinner on the arrival evening.
  • 3 times food (Veg/non Veg.) during the Trekking (breakfast, lunch & dinner) prepared by our expert cook
  • Trekking group equipments (two men tent, dining tent, kitchen tent, toilet tent, table with chairs, all kitchen gears and other necessary equipments during the trek)
  • Accommodation in a hotel in Kathmandu including breakfast, as per the scheduled itinerary
  • Meal/accommodation/salary/insurance/equipments (All Nepali crew).
  • Required numbers of experiences Licenses holder English speaking guide, supporters or (Donkey) /cook and kitchen staffs during the Trek.
  • All transportation (private car/ jeep/ land cruiser/ tourist bus/ hiace) during the trek depending upon the group size
  • All the government tax and local taxes during the trekking
  • Upper Dolpo special permit and National park fee
  • The flight ticket Kathmandu/Nepalgunj/Juphal
  • The flight ticket Jumla to Nepalgunj/Kathmandu
  • TIMS Card (Trekkers Information Management System)
  • First aid medicine while traveling in Nepal.
  • Sleeping bags, if necessary, during the trek
  • Good Bye dinner, on the last day, at a traditional Nepali place that offers traditional food and showcases typical dances.

Our package cost excludes the following services:

  • Meals in Kathmandu (Lunch and Dinner)
  • Personal medical, trekking equipments and travel Insurance during the trekking
  • Personal expenses nature including beverages such as bottle water, soft and alcoholic drinks.
  • Tips for all the Nepali staffs
  • Liabilities for insurance against loss of life, sickness, injury, Accidents, damage or loss of goods
  • Liability for extra expenses caused by illness, accidents, flight Cancellation, delays or situation beyond our control.
  • Tourist entry visa can be obtained for the following duration from Nepal Embassy/Consulate or Mission offices abroad, or at the following immigration offices in Nepal.
    1. (01. Tribhuvan international Airport, Kathmandu, 02. Kakarvitta, Jhapa (Eastern Nepal), 03. Birganj, Parsa (Central Nepal), 04. Kodari, Sindhupalchowk (Northen Border), 05. Belhiya, Bhairahawa ( Rupandehi, Western Nepal), 06. Jamuna, Nepalgunj ( Banke, Mid Western Nepal), 07. Mohana, Dhangadhi, (Kailali, Far Western Nepal), 08. Gaddachauki, Mahendranagar (Kanchanpur, Far Western Nepal).
    2. TOURIST VISA
      Visa Facility Duration Fee
      Multiple entry 15 days USD $25 or equivalent convertible currency
      Multiple entry 30 days USD $40 or equivalent convertible currency
      Multiple entry 90 days USD $100 or equivalent convertible currency
    3. Tourist Visa Extension
      01: Visa extension fee for 15 days or less is USD $30 or equivalent convertible currency and visa extension fee for more than 15 days is USD $2 per day
      02: Tourist visa can be extended for a maximum period of 150 days in a single visa year (January-December)..
    4. TRANSIT VISA
      Transit visa for one day can be obtained from Nepal’s immigration offices at the entry points.
      Upon the production of departure flight ticket via Tribhuvan International Airport in Nepal by paying USD $5 of equivalent currency.

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