Jomsom to Lower Dolpa Trek via Shey Phoksundo Lake-19 Days
Duration
19 days
Activities
Trekking /Climbing
Group Size
02-08
Expedition Overview
Facts of the trip
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Arrival On
01 March 2022
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Departure From
Kathmandu, Nepal
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Accommodation
Hotel accommodation in Kathmandu, Pokhara and camping basis accommodation during trekking
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Meals
BB plan in Kathmandu and All meals during the trek
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Best Time
October-December, February- Jun
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Transportation
Private Vehicle and Domestic flight
Trekking to Dolpa via Jomsom offers opportunities to visit ancient villages, high passes, beautiful lakes, isolated Buddhist monasteries, and experience the vast array of wildlife inhabiting the region, including Blue sheep, Mountain Goat, Jackal, Wolf, and the legendary Snow Leopard. Trekking to Lower Dolpa via Jomsom is a challenging remote valley trek involving five passes above 5000m. It has only been permitted since mid-1989. The region lies to the west of the Kali Gandaki Valley; Dolpo is located inside the Shey-Phoksundo National Park in mid-western Nepal, behind the Dhaulagiri massif, towards the Tibetan plateau. This remains a truly isolated corner of Nepal where time has stood still for centuries, as inhabitants of Tibetan stock continue to live, cultivate, and trade. This trip covers the traditional salt route from Dunai, the headquarters of Dolpo District, to Shey Phoksundo Lake (Nepal’s second-largest lake) and ancient villages of Tibetan civilization.
Highlights of the Jomsom to Lower Dolpa Trek via Shey Phoksundo Lake include:
- Exploration of old Buddhist monasteries.
- An opportunity to experience the rich culture and traditions of the region.
- Witnessing a vast array of wildlife that inhabits the area.
- Visiting ancient and isolated villages.
- Further exploration of Buddhist monasteries.
- Getting to know the stunning Shey-Phoksundo Lake.
- The adventure of tackling the challenging Numa La and Buga La passes along the route.
Itinerary
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| Start | Finish | Duration | Gurop Size | Status | |
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| 02/10/2023 | 20/10/2023 | 02-10 | guaranteed | ||
| 09/10/2023 | 27/10/2023 | 02-10 | guaranteed | ||
| 16/10/2023 | 03/11/2023 | 02-10 | guaranteed | ||
| 23/10/2023 | 10/11/2023 | 02-10 | guaranteed | ||
| 30/10/2023 | 17/11/2023 | 02-10 | guaranteed | ||
| 06/11/2023 | 24/11/2023 | 02-10 | guaranteed | ||
| 13/11/2023 | 01/12/2023 | 02-10 | guaranteed | ||
| 20/11/2023 | 08/12/2023 | 02-10 | guaranteed | ||
| 27/11/2023 | 15/12/2023 | 02-10 | guaranteed | ||
| 04/12/2023 | 22/12/2023 | 02-10 | guaranteed | ||
| 11/12/2023 | 29/12/2023 | 02-10 | guaranteed | ||
| 18/12/2023 | 05/01/2024 | 02-10 | guaranteed | ||
| 02/01/2024 | 20/01/2024 | 02-10 | guaranteed | ||
| 08/01/2024 | 26/01/2024 | 02-10 | guaranteed | ||
| 15/01/2024 | 02/02/2024 | 02-10 | guaranteed | ||
| 22/01/2024 | 09/02/2024 | 02-10 | guaranteed | ||
| 29/01/2024 | 16/02/2024 | 02-10 | guaranteed |
Cost Details
What's Included
- Pick up and drop from international airport
- All land transfer as per given itinerary (private car/van)
- Sightseeing tour with experience local guide
- One night deluxe hotel in Pokhara with breakfast
- Annapurna Conservation Entry Permit
- Shey Phoksundo National Park entry permit fees
- Lower Dolpa (Restricated area entry fees: US$10 per week for the first four weeks and US$20 per week there after)
- TIMS
- Accommodation
- Teahouse (twin sharing basis room)
- Camping (twin sharing tow men tent) / dining tent, toilet tent
- Meals (3 meals / B.L.D) while on the trek
- Experienced English speaking guide / leader, necessary experience local helpers
- All program according to itineraries on full board
- Wages, food, accommodation, equipment, insurance and other facilities to staffs
- Government tax
- Service charge
WHAT'S NOT INCLUDED
- Nepal entry visa
- Travel insurance
- Medical evacuation in case of emergency
- Kathmandu accommodation (4 nights tourist standard deluxe hotel with breakfast)
- Personal expenses
- All bar bill
- Expenses of personal nature i.e. soft/hard drinks, tips etc
What to Expect
Accommodation:
We will be staying at 2/3 star hotel in Kathmandu, and camping basis accommodaton during the trek. All rooms (hotel and tented camp) are on twin-shared basis. Single bedroom will be arranged on request and will cost additional. Fourteen Summit will arrange full camping gears, dining tent, kitchen tent, table, chair, toilet tent, twin-shared basis sleeping tent, mattress and sleeping bag.
Meals:
All meals will be provided during the camping trekking (We will provide breakfast, lunch and dinner with tea/coffee). In Kathmandu, breakfast will be available. There will also be welcome and farewell dinners taking place for guests. While on trek, we have breakfast and dinner in the camping, where we spend the night and pack lunch on our way to next destination.
Physical Condition & Experience Requirements:
Jomsom to Lower Dolpa trek is a moderate trek. Trekkers who can walk up to 5-6 hours a day on an uphill and downhill trail and basic hiking experience will consider this trip fulfilling and enjoyable. It is a good idea to prepare for the Jomsom to Lower Dolpa trek by jogging and exercising regularly at least for a month prior to the start. Trekking around Lower Dolpa should be relatively fine for those who have experience in trekking in high altitudes. Determination, good physical health, positive attitude and average physical fitness are good preconditions for a successful accomplishment of the trekking. Past hiking experience would be an asset but no technical skills are required for this trip. Participants with pre-existing medical conditions such as heart, lung, and blood diseases should inform Fourteen Summit before booking the trek.
Best Time to Travel:
The best time for trekking from Jomsom to Lower Dolpa Trek is during spring (March to May) and autumn (September to November). The temperature is moderate and guarantees amazing views throughout the trip.
Equipment List
Fourteen Summit has compiled a list of necessary equipment, personal medical supplies and symptoms of medical condition likely to face during trekking / peak climbing. Also, please do understand that items listed below should be considered as an essential summary.
We highly recommend you to be familiar with all of your equipment and basic understanding of medical Conditions related to high elevation.
Your document to travel to Nepal:
Valid passport, 2 extra passport size photos, airline tickets
Separate photocopies of passport, visa form (easily obtained at Kathmandu airport)
Dollars in cash for purchasing Nepalese visa at Kathmandu airport
Credit cards, bank/ATM/cash machine cards for withdrawing funds from cash machines
Accessories:
Sleeping bag rated to zero degrees F
Headlamp with spare bulbs and batteries
Small pad or combination lock-to-lock trek bag
Basic First Aid Kit (see Health and Medicinal)
Large plastic bags – for keeping items dry inside trek bag
Daypack (approximately 2500 to 3000 cubic inches)
Water bottles
Toiletries
Small wash towel
Rain coat
Personal Clothing items
Head:
Sun hat or scarf
Light balaclava or warm fleece hat
Sunglasses with UV protection
Upper Body:
T-shirts
Weight thermal tops
Fleece jacket or pullover
Fleece Wind-Stopper jacket (optional)
Waterproof (preferably breathable fabric) shell jacket
Down vest and/or jacket (optional)
Hands:
Lightweight gloves
Heavyweight gloves or mittens with a waterproof shell outer
Lower Body:
Underwear
Hiking shorts
Lightweight cotton long pants
Light and expedition weight thermal bottoms
Fleece or wool pants
Waterproof (preferably breathable fabric) shell pants
Feet:
Thick, warm wool hiking socks
Hiking boots with spare laces
Camp shoes (sneakers and/or sandals)
Personal Hygiene:
Personal hygiene supplies;
Two tubes lip sun cream, at least 1 large tube regular sun cream (min. factor 30), some after-sun lotion in case you do get a sunburn
One toothpaste/brush set;
One hand sanitizer gel
1 (fast drying) synthetic towel
Medical Supplies:
Personal prescription medications; Please let your leader know about any medical issues before the climb.
Small personal first-aid kit; (Simple and Light): first-aid tape, plasters (Band-Aids),alcohol-free wipes for cuts, personal medications, etc. (The leaders will have more extensive first-aid kits)
One skin blister repair kit
Anti-diarrhea pills (Imodium) (one regular package)
Anti-headache medication (Aspirin or Ibuprofen) (one regular package)
One small bottle cough and/or cold medicine.
One course antibiotics for chest infection, available locally at chemist shop or pharmacy with no doctor’s prescription.
One course antibiotics for stomach infection, available locally at chemist shop or pharmacy with no doctor’s prescription.
One small bottle anti-altitude sickness medication: Diamox (Acetylzolamide), available locally, for more about this medication, please contact us or your doctor
One small bottle of water purification tablets (needs to contain silver-ions AND chlorine) or a water filter or UV sterilizer.
Earplugs
Extra prescription glasses/contact lens. Contact lens wearers, please bring glasses in case of emergency.
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