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Upper Dolpa trek

Upper Dolpa trek is more adventurous but difficult one. It is because of the high passes. In spite of tough trails and rugged topography journey to Dolpo area is a lifetime experience. The Dolpo is famous for deepest Lake Phoksundo in entire Himalayan Region. Upper Dolpo reveals a land of unparalleled beauty and splendor. Geographically and culturally similar to the neighboring region of Mustang, Upper Dolpa's unique desert/mountain terrain is home to many famous Buddhist gumbas, including Shey Gumba found at a breathtaking 4200meters.

The first part of trek is not difficult and provides delightful walking before joining ancient trade routes and the steep ascent to cross the Kagmara La (5225m0, our entrance to upper Dolpo. The scenery begins to change with the hills becoming shades of red, brown and gray. Eventually you can hear prayer flag fluttering at the top of the pass, and the view opens up dramatically looking east towards the snow peaks of the kanjiroba Himal and the five peaks of Dhaulagiri. We soon walk through the pleasant green pastures to the beautiful Phoksundo (Rigmo) lake. The scenery is outstanding with the deep blue waters of the lake contrasting with the weathered red and brown hills.

Upper dolpa trek gives you lifetime experience and you forgot all your exhaustion when you enjoy the beauty of nature gifted you by Dolpa.