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- Dolpo - Jomsom Trek - Trans-Himalayan Trail(25 Days)
- Beni - Dolpo Trek - Hunting Reserve to Conservation Park(26 days)
- Bheri Karnali Round Trek (31 Days)
- Phoksundo Teahouse Trek (11 Days)
- Inner Dolpo Trekking (22 Days)
- Lower Dolpo Round Trip (27 Days)
- Phoksundo Nature Experience (17 Days)
- Phoksundo Rara Adventure Trek-Dare Devil's Trail (25 days)
- West Dolpo Trek (15 days)
- Dhorpatan Trek (18 Days)
- Bonpo Sanctuary Trek
Dhorpatan Trek (18 Days)
A pleasant trek through mixed country and views of impressive mountains, the trail takes you to the spacious Dhorpatan valley. The major ethnic groups of this region are Thakali, Tibetan, Chettri ,Brahmin and Magar. Amalgamation of different ethnic group has resulted in a mixed pattern of cultures in this region. Nauthar is an indigenous minority community of this region. Uttar Ganga Bhanjyang festival which falls in the full-moon, during the month of Bhadra (Aug-Sept) is celebrated with great pomp and show every year. 7000 goats are sacrificed by the locals during this festival.
Dense forests of fir, pine, birch, rhododendron, hemlock, oak, juniper and rhododendron mark this trail. The forest is home to endangered animals like leopard, goral, serow, himalayan thar, black bear and barking deer. While crossing the Jaljala we get magnificent views of Dhaulagiri and Annapurnas. A highlight of the trip is the Dhorpatan Hunting Reserve. Covering an area of 1,325 sq. km., the reserve is situated on the southern flanks of Mt. Dhaulangiri I (8,167 m.) in districts of Rukum, Baglung and Myagdi in western Nepal. Over here controlled hunting of some species is allowed.
In Rukum, you get to experience the Jorshey culture. Traditional dancers perform the Danphe & Peacock dance, which shows a danphe (impeyan pheasant) trapping a peacock with its sweet song.
You get to visit traditional villages at Darbang, Takam , Genthung, and explore Syarpu and Gurjaghat lakes.
Outline Itinerary
| Day 1 | Arrival in Kathmandu |
| Day 2 | Kathmandu Bypass- Myagdi- Beni – Tatopani |
Day 3 |
Myagdi- Tatopani to Darbahang |
Day 4 |
Darbhang to Takam Village |
| Day 5 | Takam to muna High Camp |
| Day 6 | Muna to Gurjaghat |
| Day 7 | Gurjaghat- Dorpatan- Lunch camp |
| Day 8 | Dorpatan Rest day |
| Day 9 | Dorpatan- Nishaldor |
| Day 10 | Nishaldor- Sherathung |
| Day 11 | Shera thung to Tak |
| Day 12 | Tak- to Shera |
| Day 13 | Shera to Birgumkhani |
| Day 14 | Birgumkhani- Sherpudaka Lake |
| Day 15 | Sherpudaka Lake- Rukumkot |
| Day 16 | Rukumkot to Kalanga |
| Day 17 | Kalanga to Kathmandu |
| Day 18 | Depart Kathmandu |
TRIP FACTS
| Trip duration | : | 18 Days |
| Grade | : | Strenuous |
Activity |
: | Sightseeing, eco-trekking |
| Starts in | : | Kathmandu |
| Ends in | : | Kathmandu |
| Trek type | : | Camping |
| Accommodation | : | Hotel and Camping |
| Meals | : | Hotel/ tented camps |
| Transportation | : | Flight/tourist bus/Pack animals |
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 - Beni - Tatopani
As you climb out of the Kathmandu valley, only to quickly descend again to the Trisuli River, you follow upstream to its junction with the Marsyangdi River. You follow the Marsyandi gently up through heavily terraced fields and small hill towns to the Seti River that takes you directly into Pokhara. You can observe views to the north across the hills and Phewa Tal (lake) to the white peaks of the Annapurna and Dhaulagiri ranges. The drive from here goes through uphill into zigzag road all the way to Naudanda. It then descends through zigzag road up to Nayapul with views of Annapurna South, Fish tail, green hills, terraces and villages. To reach Beni, your drive moves along the bank of Mardi river. This is one of the picturesque road journeys. Beni is at the confluence of the Myagdi Khola and the Kali Gandaki Camp. Being the districts headquarter, Beni has a police check post where our trekking permits will be examined. From Beni we make a short trek to Tatopani.
Day 3 Tatopani to Darbhang
From Tatopani , we head to the village of Darbhang. The inhabitants of Darbhang are skilled at khukuri makers. The skill has been passed on for generations and every house in this village has someone who is adept in the skill of khukuri making. Khukuri is a curved Nepalese knife used both as a weapon and a tool. It is also a part of the regimental weaponry and heraldry of The Royal Gurkha Rifles.
Day 4 Darbhang to Takam Village
Leaving Darbhang we make our way to another village, Takam. We pass through forests covered with oak, pine and rhododendron trees.
Day 5 Takam to Muna High Camp
Today we trek to Muna (1850m.) for about six hours. At first we trek through gentle flat land with green hills on both sides. After some distance, the path goes quite up for a long distance passing through villages. We reach Muna High camp where we retire for the day.
Day 6 Muna to Gurjaghat (3070m)
Today we trek from Muna to Gurjaghat. We pass the Jaljala pass form where we get fantastic views of Dhaulagiri V and the annapurnas. The main attraction at Gurjaghat is the Gurjaghat Lake. Gurjakot is a small village mostly dominated by people who follow Tibetan culture. There are chortens, mani walls and prayer flags fluttering in the bridge.
Day 7 Gurjaghat- Dhorpatan (2990m)
From Gurjaghat (3070m) make our way to Dhorpatan Hunting Reserve. The trails moves through flat land all the way to Dhorpatan. You walk along the bank of river passing through forests covered with oak, pine, rhododendron, juniper and other local vegetation. Dhorpatan is a point where roads from Baglung, Beni, Rolpa and Rukum meet. There is small airport. You can see apple orchard and wheat, buck wheat, maize and mostly 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,as Dhorpatan is the only area for hunting in Nepal.
Day 8 Dhorpatan - Rest day
Dhorpatan is the only hunting reserve in the country. The reserve is divided into six blocks for hunting management purposes. The reserve’s elevation ranges from 2,850m to more than 7,000m.Established in 1987 the reserve is1,325 sq. km. The reserve is one of the prime habitats of blue sheep, a highly prized trophy animal, which is the main target of hunters. Other game species are ghoral, serow, Himalayan tahr, black bear, pheasant and partridge. Endangered species of the area include the red panda and cheer pheasant. Controlled hunting is allowed with proper license and certain seasons of the year. Game licence is issued by the Department of National Parks and Wildlife Conservation in Kathmandu. Besides hunting, Dhorpatan is also an attractive destination for the trekkers and wildlife enthusiasts as protection has enabled animal numbers to increase in this rarely visited area. The reserve includes several villages inhabited by hill tribes as well as people of Tibetan descent who supplement farming with trade and animal husbandry.
You can visit monastery, chortens and local markets. The typical houses with wooden roofs attract you. You can learn about the social and cultural life style of local inhabitants.
Day 9 Dhorpatan- Nishal dor
After an insightful visit, we leave Dhorpatan and trek to Nishaldor.
Day 10 Nishaldor- Sherathung
From Nishaldor we make our way to Sherathung, a hilltop village.
Day 11 Sherathung to Tak
From Sherathung we trek to Tak.
Day 12 Tak- to Shera
From Tak we make our way to Shera.
Day 13 Shera to Birgumkhani
Today we trek to Birghumkhani where there is a mine.
Day 14 Birgumkhani- Syarpu Lake
From Birgumkhani we make our way to Syarpu Lake.
Day 15 Syarpu Lake- Rukumkot
Today we head towards Rukumkot. Rukumkot is a large village in Rukum district. From here one can view the Sisne Himal . Rukum is also known as the place of 52 lakes and 53 hills. At Rukumkot there are a lots interesting caves to explore.
Day 16 Rukumkot to Kalanga
From Rukumkot we trek to Kalanga Bazar in Jumla.
Day 17 Kalanga to Kathmandu
From Kalanga we fly to Nepalgunj and then to Kathmandu.
Day 18 Depart Kathmandu
Our representative will drive you to the airport for your flight home.
