Upper Dolpo Trek
Dolpo is a unique trekking trail in Nepal it is far western part of country it offer you very pleasure tradition of Buddhism, Hinduism and Mountain trading culture there are different trekking part of trekking lower Dolpo and Upper Dolpo. Lower Dolpo is more nature view mountain, lakes and wildlife. Upper Dolpo Trek to Shey Gompa brings you into a mystical land where centuries old Buddhist and Bonpo traditions, interwoven with shamanistic influences, are still an important part of daily life. The villages, gompa’s and people you meet during this trek will leave an unforgettable impression on you. The landscapes here are even more desolate than on the Dolpa Circuit and the villages even more isolated and pure.
The trekking brings you to Shey Gompa, which is often referred to as the spiritual heart of Upper Dolpo. It’s a magical place, situated at the base of Crystal Mountain. Crystal Mountain is visited by hundreds of pilgrims each year, who make a kora (circuit) around the mountain, Dolpo’s own version of Mount Kailash.
This is quite a strenuous hike. You have to cross three high passes, Nagdalo La of 5350 m, the Shey La of 5000 m and Jeng La of 5110 m. These crossings involve long climbs and long descends. Besides, you stay above 4000 meters for a long time, with very cold nights. But the unforgettable landscapes, the views from the passes and the contacts with a very special untouched culture make it all worth it.
Upper Dolpo is a restricted area, for which a fee is charged of US$ 500 for the first 10 days, and US$ 50 for each additional day. Besides, there is a maximum of the number of foreigners that can enter Inner Dolpo each year. Currently this maximum is put at 250 people. This makes a trek into Upper Dolpo a very special and exclusive experience.
Leaving from Kathmandu, it’s a 21 days trip, but it can be shorter or longer, depending on the length of your walking days. There are (basic) guesthouses in Juphal, Dunai, Kageni, Chhepka, close to Sanduwa (next to the Amchi Hospital), Ringmo, Shey, Saldang, Dho and Lingdo. At the other places you have to camp (day 7, 10-14, 16 and 17 of this itinerary).
*Pair of T-shirts and half pants
*Fleece jacket and warm Trousers
*Raincoats & water proof pants
*Down jacket
*Thermal underwear
*Windproof jacket
*Fleece/wool warm hat
*Baseball hat or sun hat
*Snow & sun glasses
*Fleece gloves
*Socks – 3/4 pairs
*Socks- woolen
*Trekking shoes
*Ligh sport shoes
*Small rucksack for daypack
*Waterbottle (metal )
*Kit Bag medium size
*Trekking poles (optional)
*Sleeping bag down ( -5-10 degree)
*Flash light & batteries
*Personal things Small kit bag (valuable things can put inside , pocket knife )
*Sun Cream & lip care cream
*Moist towels for personal hygiene
