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Outline Itinerary

Day 1	Arrival in Kathmandu
Day 2	Kathmandu- Pokhara- fly/ drive 794m/hotel
Day 3	Pokhara- Beni by Jeep (844m)-Tatopani
Day 4	Tatopani – Ratodunga
Day 5	Ratodunga – Muna
Day 6	Muna – Jaljala Jangla (3390m) /7hrs
Day 7	Jaljala – Dhorpatan (2830m)/ 6-7 hrs
Day 8	Dhorpatan – Phagune Pass (4061m)/ 6-7 hrs
Day 9	Phagune Pass- Pelma (2400m)
Day 10	Pelma- Dhule (3300m)
Day 11	Dhule – Seng khola(4000m) / 6hours
Day 12	Seng khola – Sahartara(2600m)
Day 13	Sahartara- Rest day / hotspring
Day 14	Sahartara – Lahini(2600m)
Day 15	Lahini- Pibke Cave (3850m)
Day 16	Pibke Cave – Dho Tarap(4040m)
Day 17	Dho Tarap- rest day
Day 18	Dho Tarap- Numala Base camp (5360m)
Day 19	Numala Base Camp- Numala Pass (5190m), Bagala Base Camp(Pelungthang)4465m)
Day 20	Pelungthang- Bagala Pass (5070m), Yak Kharka (3926m)
Day 21	Yak Kharka- Rigmo - Phuksundo Lake
Day 22	Phoksundo Lake- Rest Day, Nature Treks»
Day 23	Phoksundo Lake- Chhepka
Day 24	Chhepka- Dunai- Juphal
Day 25	Juphal- Fly Nepalgunj – Kathmandu
Day 26	Depart Kathmandu

TRIP FACTS

Trip duration	:	26 Days
Grade	:	Strenuous
Maximum altitude	:	5360m
Activity	:	Sightseeing and trekking
Starts in	:	Kathmandu
Ends in	:	Kathmandu
Trek type	:	Camping
Accommodation	:	Hotel and Camping
Meals	:	Hotel
Transportation	:	Flight/tourist bus

 

Detailed itinerary

Day 1 Arrival in Kathmandu

As you fly into Kathmandu, the views of snow-capped mountain peaks greet you. A representative and driver from our office will meet you at the airport and escort you to your hotel. The representative will help you check into your designated hotel. At the hotel you will be briefed about your daily activities.

Day 2 Kathmandu- Pokhara- fly/ drive 794m/hotel

Today we take a flight or bus from Kathmandu to Pokhara.

Day 3 Pokhara- Beni by Jeep (844m)-Tatopani

From Pokhara we take a jeep to Beni. We drive uphill into through a winding road all the way to Naudanda. The road then descends to Nayapul . We get a panoramic view of Annapurna South, Machhapuchre, green hills, terraced fields and villages. This is one of the picturesque road journeys. We journey along the banks of the Myagdi River till we reach Beni. Beni(820m)is a large village situated in a plateau above the river. The trail to Dhorpatan and Dolpo starts at the southern end of Beni. Follow the river (Myagdi Khola), which starts from the Dhaulagiri glacier. There is a hot spring (Tatopani) along the way. We stay overnight at Tatopani.

Day 4 Tatopani – Ratodunga

We cross the bridge of Myagdi Khola and climb up a rocky path dug into the cliff just over the river. The trail ascents and descends through village and forest. People of this area belong to Magar, Chhetri and few ethnic communities. We camp at Ratodunga.

Day 5 Ratodunga – Muna

We walk through a flat path passing the villages of Takum and Sibang. After Sibang we climd up and come to the small village of Mattim. From here there is a crest which we descend and reach Muna

Day 6 Muna – Jaljala Jangla (3390m) /7hrs

We take the trail from Muna to Jaljala La (3390m.) via Lumsum (2100m.) and Moreni (2670m.). To reach Lumsum we make a steep ascent , passing through oak and rhododendron forests with views of Himalayan peaks like Dhaulagiri, Mana Pathi and other unnamed peaks. En route we pass through Moreni village, where the villagers are of of Tibetan descent and follow Tibetn culture. We make a steep ascent till we reach Jaljala Jangla. Jaljala is an alpine grass land situated atop a ridge. People of nearby villages bring their yaks, goat and sheep for grazing. A fine camping area, the view of Dhaulagiri range from this point is just spellbinding. From the top of Jangla La starts the old kingdom of Tichrong the valley of Fragrant water. Tichurong was an independent kingdom whose capital was Tarakot or Taragaon or Dzong.

Day 7 Jaljala – Dhorpatan (2830m)/ 6-7 hrs

Today we trek from Jaljala La to Dhorpatan (2830m.) via Gurjakot (3070m.).The trails until Gurjakot are steep descent and then it moves through flat land all the way to Dhorpatan. We walk along the bank of river passing through forests covered with oak, pine, rhododendron, juniper and other local vegetation. Gurjakot is a small village mostly dominated by people who follow Tibetan culture. There are chortens, mani walls and prayer flags fluttering in the breeze. Dhorpatan, our stop, is a point where roads from Baglung, Beni, Rolpa and Rukum meet. There is a small airport. The place has apple orchards and fields of wheat, buck wheat, maize and potatoes growing in terraces. One of the most significant features about this place is that anyone can go for hunting by paying certain fees to the Government authority.

Day 8 Dhorpatan – Phagune Pass (4061m)/ 6-7 hrs

We head uphill up to Phagune Pass, leaving Dhorpatan. On the way we pass grassland and sparse forests. Phagune Pass is surrounded by green hills and we can see distant mountain top villages. We camp for the night at a grassy camp site.

Day 9 Phagune Pass- Pelma (2400m)

Today we follow a steep trail that goes down past villages, terraced fields and a suspension bridge over Pelma Khola (stream). As we cross the bridge we follow a gentle ascent up through terraces and local villages all the way to Takur. This is a small village where you find local people being involved in their daily activities. The trail from Takur to Pelma moves down all the way crossing a wooden bridge over Pelma Khola. On the way, you can see several villages, terraces, green hills and local people. Pelma is just another poor village.

Day 10 Pelma- Dhule (3300m)

We trek from Pelma to Dhule (3300m.) crossing Yamakhar (2480m.) and Gorba Khola (2930m.). After crossing Pelma Khola the trail climbs steeply up all the way to Dhule. En route, we pass through picturesque villages, fields and green hills. We camp for the night at Dhule, a mountain village.

Day 11 Dhule – Seng khola(4000m) / 6hours

Leaving Dhule we trek via Nautale Bhanjyang (3961m.) to Seng khola. The trail moves up through dense forests of rhododendron, pine and juniper till we reach Nautale Bhanjyang. From here we get magnificent views of Dhaulagiri range and other Himalayan peaks. To reach Seng khola we make a gentle ascent for a couple of hours, until the trail turns steep up all the way to our destination. Seng Khola is a small village which lies on the banks of Seng river. There are terraced fields of wheat, buck wheat and potatoes growing surrounding the village.We camp near the village.

Day 12 Seng khola – Sahartara(2600m)

We trek from Seng khola to Purpang(4050m) following a steep and rocky path. En route we come across alpine grass land and Panidal Pass at 4412m. From here we have panoramic views of Dhaulagiri range, Kantagaton Himal, Nurbukang Himal and other unnamed peaks. While heading towards Purpang, we cross a rocky and slippery trail. Purpang is an open rocky grass land surrounded by spectacular mountains. From Purpang to Sahartara (2600m.) the trail is steep passing through rocky trails. From Jangla Bhanjyang we get panoramic views of Norbu Himal, Kantagaton, Dhaulagiri and others Himalayan peaks. Crossing Jangla Bhanjyang, we follow a gentle descending path all the way to Tokar, a small village surrounded by hills. After passing through some villages on our way down we at last reach Sahar tara, our camp for the night.

Day 13 Sahartara- Rest day / hotspring

Sahartara is a small village with terraced fields. The village has a hotspring and today we spend some leisurely hours bathing at the hotspring easing our tired muscles.

Day 14 Sahartara – Lahini(2600m)

From sahartara we follow a trail by the bank of the river till we reach a large and green valley. Trekking en route from the village of Khani gaon to Lahini we get to see musk deer bounding away in the midst of juniper and pine forest. We camp at Lahini.

Day 15 Lahini- Pibke Cave (3850m)

From Lahini the trail becomes narrow and adventurous as we walk through in landslide and avalanches area. We set up camp at Pibke caves which are situated in a grassy area.

Day 16 Pibke Cave – Dho Tarap(4040m)

Today we approach the most difficult and dangerous part of the trek. The valley narrows, and we approach deep gorges and cross innumerable small bridges. We follow a path that is carved out of a rocky cliffside. Following an adventurous trail we reach Dho Tarap.

Day 17 Dho Tarap- rest day

Today we spend a rest day at Dho Tarap. Dho Tarap is a large village decorated by colorful prayer flags. There are chortens, mani walls and monasteries. Villagers grow wheat, buck wheat, barley, potatoes and green vegetables in terraced fields. There are tea houses, shops with minimal supplies and lodges. We will take a nature tour and enjoy traditional dances and songs.

Day 18 Dho Tarap- Numala Base camp (5360m)

After visiting all the gompas and Chorten in Tarap valley we take the the trail that climbs up through grassy meadows filled with wild flowers to reach to Numala base camp. From the base camp we get a beautiful view of the distant Tibetan mountains and upper Tarap valley.

Day 19 Numala Base Camp- Numala Pass (5190m), Bagala Base Camp (Pelungthang)4465m)

Today we cross Numala Pass and descend towards Poyon khola till we reach Bagala Base Camp surrounded by big glaciers and blade shaped rock cliffs. We stop for the night at Pelungtang ,a village surrounded by hills with temporary houses, yak pasture and terraces. For the first time you can see Topo Peak (4900m.) in panorama. The Norbukang Himal sparkles at the back.

Day 20 Pelungthang- Bagala Pass (5070m), Yak Kharka (3926m)/ 6hrs

We make our way to Yak Kharka via Bagala Pass. From the pass we get to enjoy the beautiful view of Kanjiroba massif. After Baga La the trails turn gentle down all the way to Yak Kharka. Yak Kharka is open grassland and grazing ground for yaks and sheep.

Day 21 Yak Kharka- Ringmo- Phoksundo Lake/ 7hrs

The trek to Phoksondo Lake (3728m.) via Ringmo (3730m.) takes about seven hours. From Yak Kharka till Ringmo the trail goes down hill. Ringmo is a small village inhabited by Gurung and Thakuri communities. We move along the flat land passing through pine forests, grassland, terraces, hills and villages. The views of Phoksundo Lake appear before you. After crossing a wooden bridge we reach our destination. Phoksundo Lake is the deepest lake of the world. The big village lying at the bank of this lake is quite rich in Buddhist culture as there are monasteries, chortens, mani walls, shops, prayer flags, hotels, lodges, terraces and so on. This village is beautifully surrounded by hills.

Day 22 Phoksundo Lake- Rest Day

Today we explore the area around the magnificent Phoksundo Lake. The lake is famous for its magnificent turquoise color and spectacular scenery. Ringmo village, which looks like a typical Tibetan village, is scenically nestled in the area. Many beautiful glaciers can be found near and above the lake area. There are many monasteries (Gompas ) and Bon-po religious sites at the park and we spend our time visiting some of these. The most famous, Shey Gompa was established in the 11th Century. Thashung Gompa located near Phoksundo Lake was built about 900 years ago.

Day 23 Phoksundo Lake- Chhepka

After an insightful visit we leave Phoksundo and make our way towards Chhepka.The trail goes down hill through a narrow gorge of Suligad River. We pass Gurung and Tibetan villages surrounded by beautiful fields.

Day 24 Chhepka- Dunai- Juphal

Trek from Chhepka to Dunai (2150m.) takes about five hours. We trek along a gentle ascent path until we reach Raktang. On the way you come across forests covered by pine, oak, juniper, rhododendron, bamboo and other natural vegetation rich in wildlife. After leaving Raktang, we go down steeply for a few hours till our trail moves along a flat land. En route we cross several terraces, villages rich in typical culture, check post and grass land. Dunai is the headquarters of Dolpa. There are administrative offices, lodges, hotels, tea houses, market and many other places to be visited. We trek a few more hours to reach Juphal , our stop.

Day 25 Juphal- Fly to Nepalgunj- Kathmandu

From Juphal we fly to Nepalganj and then finally to Kathmandu.

Day 26 Depart Kathmandu

Our representative will drive you to the airport for your return flight.