Upper DolpoTrek Cost USD3200 is in effect at Himalayan Wild Treks. The trekking unfolds the unspoiled and less frequented land of mystic beauty in the West- Northern Part of Nepal, where the most residents are Tibetan nomads who follow Tibetan Buddhism and Bon. Featuring famous Shey-Phoksundo Lake, Shey Gompa and Thasung Gompa in the Shey- Phoksundo National Park, the largest national park of Nepal, Upper Dolpa is a less trampled trekking destination rich in wilderness, flora and fauna in addition to spiritual as well as natural beauty. Himalayan Wild Treks offers the most reasonable Upper Dolpo Trekking Cost, timely updated Upper Dolpo Trekking Map and client-oriented flexible Upper Dolpo Trekking Itinerary. 

Upper Dolpo region is Known as Abandoned Kingdom in the barren alpine territory,  situated between Tibetan plateau and Dhaulagiri Ranges- at far flung northwest Himalayan region of Nepal, it is one of the remotest and least exposed trekking destinations in Nepal. Regarded as an Adventurous Camping Trekking en route to distant alpine wilderness of the Himalayas in Nepal, this trekking offers a superb view of Kanjirowa Range. The inhabitants here are the nomads native to Tibet, who have settled here for over a period of time. As legends articulate, a Buddhist Guru discovered this off-worldly land over 1700 years ago in course of his spiritual quest.

Dolpo Region Trekking has remained isolated from the touch of digitized modernity since its complicated topography that got connected to tourism back in 1989 for the first time. Traversing through alpine meadow, valleys and barren hillsides studded with rural settlements of beautiful simplicity makes the trekking stand out. Known as one of the highest human-inhabited land Dolpo has been a long-held stronghold of Buddist and Bon Po religion. A land of mystical and spiritual beauty, Dolpo region is legendary because it owns Phoksundo National Park located at 3611m and covering the 3555km² of area - storehouse for endangered species of animals like snow leopard, grey wolf, musk deer, blue sheep, goral, Tibetan sheep, leopard, jackal, Himalayan tahr, and black bear in addition to plants like rhododendron, caragana, shrubs, salix, juniper, white Himalayan birch, silver fir, blue pine, hemlock, pine, spruce, cedar, poplar, and mountain bamboo. Phoksudo lake (145m ), the deepest lake is an alpine freshwater oligotrophic lake that sits in Phoksudo lake (4.94km²) is the major attraction here. 11^th century built Shey Gompa and 800 year old Thasung Gompa are phenomenal assets of the region.

DolpoTrail Description 
Upper Dolpo via Sangda-La Pass– 32 Days starts with a brief sightseeing of the major UNESCO World Heritage Sites in Kathmandu(1400m) from where a flight to Nepalgunj(130m) is taken and one more flight from Nepalgunj to Juphal(2490m) is mandatory because of the unavailability of the direct flight to Juphal. The trail then winds through Sulighat (2075m), Chhepka (2675m), Amchi Hospital (3110m) Ringmo Gaon (3725m) where trekkers pay a visit to Phoksundo lake and retrace to Ringmo Gaon. Traversing ahead, the trail continues to Chabluk Phu (3625m), Ngonda La Base Camp (4625m) and Shey-Gompa (4375m). From Shey- Gompa, the route meanders through Namgung (4430m), Saldang (3980m), en route to Khoma Gaon (4100m). Proceeding continually, the trail then leads through Mendo (4000m), Kinkyu (4110m), Rapka (4535m), Chhakra Bhot (4110m), Norbolung(4750m), Mlum Sumdo (4860m), Sangda Phedi(5100m), Sangda Village (3710m), Phalyak (3175), en route to Jomsom (2724m) where the trekking formally ends before taking flight back to Kathmandu.

Himalayan Wild Treks Pvt. Ltd is one of the prominent trekking agencies in Nepal with group of experienced and committed professionals. Do grant us opportunity to be a mediator in your life time adventure for Upper Dolpo Trek via Sangda-La pass 32 Days.

Itinerary for Upper Dolpo Trek Via Sangla-Pass
Day 1: Arrival in Kathmandu 1340m
Day 2: Kathmandu Valley
Day 3: Fly from Kathmandu to Nepalgunj 130m
Day 4: Fly from Nepalgunj to Juphal 2490m
Day 5: Trek from Juphal to Sulighat 2075m
Day 6: Trek from Sulighat to Chhepka 2675m
Day 7: Trek from Chhepka to Amchi Hospital 3110m
Day 8: Trek from Amchi Hospital to Ringmo Gaon (Phoksundo Lake) 3725m
Day 9: Ringmo Gaon (Village)
Day 10: Trek from Ringmo Gaon to Chabluk Phu 3625m
Day 11: Trek from Chabluk Phu to Ngongda La Base Camp (Snowfields Camp) 4625m
Day 12: Trek from Ngongda La Base Camp to Shey Gompa 4375m
Day 13: Shey Gompa
Day 14: Trek from Shey Gompa to Namgung 4430m
Day 15: Trek from Namgung to Saldang 3980m
Day 16: Saldang Village
Day 17: Trek from Saldang to Khomagaon 4100m
Day 18: Trek from Khomagaon to Mendo 4000m
Day 19: Trek from Mendo to Tinkyu (Thinje) 4110m
Day 20: Tinkyu (Thinje)
Day 21: Trek from Thinje to Rapka 4535m
Day 22: Trek from Rapka to Chharka Bhot 4110m
Day 23: Chharka Bhot
Day 24: Trek from Chharka Bhot to Norbulung 4750m
Day 25: Trek from Norbulung to Molum Sumdo 4860m
Day 26: Trek from Molum Sumdo to Sangda Phedi 5100m via Sangda-La Pass
Day 27: Trek from Sangda Phedi to Sangda Village 3710mm
Day 28: Trek from Sangda Village to Phalyak 3175m
Day 29: Trek from Phalyak to Jomsom 2724m
Day 30: Fly from Jomsom to Pokhara & afternoon flight back to Kathmandu
Day 31: Buffer Day in case of flight delayed and cancelled and Stay overnight in Hotel.
Day 32: Final Departure from Kathmandu

Upper Dolpo Trek via Sangala Pass– 32 Days Highlights
The commencement of the trek is with a brief sightseeing of the UNESCO World Heritage Sites in Kathmandu that is followed by a scenic flight to Nepalgunj and Juphal. This trekking destination being remotest one in the West- Northern Nepal offers the insight to diverse wildlife, rugged landscape and Buddhist and Bon Po lifestyle. Shey-Phoksundo Lake, the deepest lake in Nepal is situated surrounded by verdant forest in the tranquil atmosphere within Shey-Phoksundo National Park, which is a wildlife galore. The most endangered species of wildlife continues to exist here in abundance. Ancient Shey-Gompa near Shey-Phoksundo Lake has been a unique tourist attraction since its touristic recognition. The highland monasteries, high passes through serrated landform studded with alpine vegetation, valleys, settlements and waterfalls make the trail literally phenomenal. Dolpo has long been isolated as a forbidden land before Nepal endorsed it as a tourist destination in 1989.

#Upper Dolpo Trekking Permit Fee
The following is the permit fee for Upper Mustang Trekking which is currently in effect.

• For the first ten days US$500 per person and US$50 per person for each additional day.
• Shey-Phoksudno National Park Entry Permit Fee for foreigners Rs. 3000+13% VAT, which is Rs. 3390, about US$34.
• For SAARC Nationals Rs.1000 per person

In case of Lower Dolpo Trekking Permit Fee each individual has to pay US$10 or equivalent convertible foreign currency. Upper Dolpa Trekking entails famous tourist destinations like Shey- Phoksundo Lake, where you will need to pay Shey-Phoksundo Lake Entry Fee to enter the lake premises.

#Upper Dolpo Sangdala Pass Trekking Difficulty
Upper Dolpa Sangdala Pass Trekking- 32 Days is classified as a moderate trekking. One of the specialties of the trekking is that it is known as one of the remotest trekking destinations in Nepal. It takes a lot of physical and mental strain to walk in the Trans- Himalayan terrain. There are three passes above 5000 meters and travelers have to spend several nights above 3500 meters. Every day walk consists of six to seven hours. The sense and intensity of ease or difficulty may be based on how much fit or fat you are. If you are physically fit, it is obvious that you will feel much easier. The sense of fatigue and tiredness will be disspated by the excitement and adventure you experience.

#Upper Dolpo Sangdala Pass Trekking best Season
Upper Dolpa Sandala Pass Trekking- 32 Days best Season is Spring (April to May ) and Fall (October to November). The temperature in these seasons remain so tranquil and soothing, even the sky remains clear around the clock and the chances of snowfall is minimal. Most of the travelers go for these seasons. In addition, the trekking in Dolpo can be organized in Winter and Summer as well. But winter may turn out to be bleak while the summer bring intermittent rainfalls with clouds. Regardless of the weather, trekking to Dolpa is feasible if you are an avid traveler. During the Spring and Fall you might also have to bear with traffic.

#Fitness for Upper Dolpa Sangdaala Pass Trekking
Upper Dolpo Sangdala Pass Trekking requires fitness which is one a mandatory essentials when it comes to hiking in the challenging landscapes of Trans- Himalayan land of Upper Dolpa. To be able to hike in the altitude of Himalyana region, you need to be physically fit and mentally prepared. Without physical fitness it is very obvious to feel strain and fatigue. If you are overweight you need to take fitness into consideration. Thought the trekking in itself is a fitness activity, it is always instrumental to be fit in advance. To be able to walk long hours through high passes, to be physically fit is a must.

#Best Weather for Upper Dolpo Via Sangdala Trekking
The best weather for Upper Dolpo could be in the Spring(May, March and April). Even Autumn (September, October and November) is favored by the travelers. Autumn and spring being the best time for trekking in Upper Dolpo is because the weather is the clearest, exotic view of the mountains and arid landscape are stunning and the rainfall is at the minimum. Subsequently, the months of December, January and February are also favored by tourists from across the globe. Winter can be the best choice in terms of traffic but then it might turn out to be colder than you expect. We can organize trekking to Upper Dolpo Region, regardless of weather and other factors.

#How to reach Upper Dolpo and Sangda La Pass -32 Days
We take flight to Nepalgunj and Juphal since there is no direct flight to Juphal from Kathmandu. Then we start out hiking towards Sulighat,Chhepka,Amchi Hospital,Ringmo Gaon where trekkers pay a visit to Phoksundo lake and retrace to Ringmo Gaon. Traversing ahead, the trail continues to Chabluk Phu, Ngonda La Base Camp and Shey-Gompa and the route meanders through Namgung, Saldang, en route to Khoma Gaon. Proceeding continually, the trail leads through Mendo, Kinkyu, Rapka, Chhakra Bhot, Norbolung, Mlum Sumdo, Sangda, Sangda Village, Phalyak, en route to Jomsom where the trekking formally ends before taking flight back to Kathmandu.

What to Bring ?

The following checklist should help you with your packing. As a general rule, you should always try to keep the weight of your equipment to a minimum. The packed weight of your trek bag while trekking should be no more than 15 KG.

• Waterproof overtrousers / rainpants
• Baselayer Hiking boots Socks
• Trekking trousers / pants
• shirts
• Casual shirt and/or T-shirts
• Fleece jacket or warm jumper/sweater
• Waterproof jacket
• Sunhat Warm hat
• Sunglasses
• Thermal gloves
• Warm and waterproof over gloves or mittens
• Headtorch/Headlamp with spare bulb and batteries
• Sun protection (including total bloc for lips, nose etc.)
• Water bottles 1 L. Antibacterial handwash
• Small towel Daypack,25/30Litres
• Trekking poles
• Sleeping bag 4 or 5 season * (rated down to – 20ºC)
• Warm jacket (down)*

Medical

• Small, personal first-aid kit. (Simple and light)

• Aspirin, first-aid tape, and plasters (Band-Aids)
• 1 skin-blister repair kit
• Anti-diarrhea pills
• Anti-headache pills
• Cough and/or cold medicine
• Anti-altitude sickness pills: Diamox or Acetylzolamide
• Stomach antibiotic: Ciprofloxacin, etc.
• Do not bring sleeping pills as they are a respiratory depressant.
•  Water purification tablets or water filter
• 1 set of earplugs Extra pair of prescription glasses, contact lens supplies.

Note: Walking pole, down jacket, sleeping bag, etc available on hire in Kathmandu or request we will provide it. NOTES Trip cost will vary depending on numbers of travelers, duration/days of trek, standard of hotel in Kathmandu before & after the trip. Please contact us to GET a Custom Quote.