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Dhorpatan lower Dolpo Trekking
Dhorpatan reserve and salt route of Dolpo (Ref: YTR35NP)

One of the circuits, which bring you into beautiful mountainous valley in the south- western flanks of Mt. Dhaulagiri, is known as Dhorpatan Hunting Reserve. This is the only reserve where licensed hunting is allowed in Nepal. It begins from 3,000 meters to 7,000 meters.

This reserve is rich in flora and fauna such as Rhododendron, Hemlock, Oak, Juniper and Leopard, Himalayan Black Bear, Barking Deer, Wild Boar respectively.

After crossing the reserve the circuit bring us towards the surrounded valley by Dhaulagiri and Tibet from south and north respectively to Dolpo a Hidden valley of Mystery, Scenery and Peace. This trekking is for combination of natural and cultural phenomena that is enriched by the traditional Tibetan cultural heritage.

Dolpo region, that culturally resembles the Mustang region, lies in the direct route between Tibet and Nepal, along the Salt road. It offers a highly adventurous journey filled with total newness beyond your envisage. Untouched and uninfluenced by the external world, Dolpo is one region where you can observe the most primitive forms of human lifestyle.

Highlights: Dhorpatan Hunting Reserve, Phoksundu Lake, Dho-Tarap, Nomad Life styles Shey Gumpa and monasteries etc.

Facts of Trip:
Nepal Map
Best Season: April/May
Highest Access of the Trekking: 5185m
Grade: Strenuous
Transportation: Bus/ porters/ plane
Accommodation: Tent
Trekking Hour: Approximately 4 to 8hrs each day.
Length of stay: 29 Days
Group size 6 -12 pax
Trip Cost: On request
Day to Day Itinerary:
Day 01 Arrive in Kathmandu. Welcome in the airport and transfer to Hotel.
Day 02 Kathmandu: Free day. Preparation day for the trek.
Day 03 Kathmandu- Pokhara- Beni (830m) 9/10hrs in bus, O/N in camp.
Days 04-09 Trek to Babyachaur (1250m), Dharapani (1600m), Muna (1800m), Jaljala La (3390m.), Dhorpatan (2830m) via Gurjakot (3070m.), 5/6hrs walk and O/N in camp.
Days 10-15 Trek to Thakur (3190m.) via Phagune Dhuri Pass (4061m.), Pelma (2500m.), Dhule (3300m.) via Yamakhar (2480m.), Seng Khola (3620m) via Nautalle Bhanjyang (Deurali) (3961m.), Purpang (4050m.), Tara kot (2500m.) via Jangla Bhanjyang (Vetpaani) (4530m.) and Tokar (3740m.) 6/7hrs walking per day and O/N at camp
Days 16-19 Trek to Lahini (2800m), Taraf Khola – Dho (3800m), 5/6hrs walking per day and O/N at camp.
Day 20 Dho- Num La base camp (4700m), 5/6hrs walking and O/N AT camp.
Day 21 Num La bc –Baga BC (4500m), 6/7hrs walking and O/N AT camp.
Day 22 Baga BC - Yak Kharka, 7/8hrs walking and O/N at camp.
Days 23-25 Trek down to Ringmo (3200m), Chhepka (2600m), Juphal (2550m) 2-6hrs walking per day and O/N at camp.
Day 26 Juphal- Nepalgunj- Kathmandu: 45min + 1 hr respectively by plane, O/N in the hotel.
Day 27-28 Kathmandu: Free day for shopping and souvenirs.
Day 29 Departure: Transfer to International airport for final departure