Dolpo, an ideal example of extreme remoteness is dominated by arid lands. Although the major occupation of the people of Dolpo is farming, majority of the families in Dolpo are unable to grow food sufficient for whole year because of
Dolpo got its name from the word “Ba Yul” that refers to “Hidden Land”. Absolutely true to its name Dolpo is a land of hidden treasures boasting pristine and unexplored beauty, rugged charms and extreme wilderness. Exploring the trials through
The region not popular for world’s highest peaks, the region not frequented by trekkers to Nepal; Dolpo is still the most fascinating trekking destination in Nepal. We as a trek operator to Dolpo claim it; we say this because we
In several occasions, Dolpo has topped the list of fresh and unparalleled locations for Featured films and documentaries. In 1999 French director Eric Valli’s Himalayan Caravan not only exposed virgin boondocks of Dolpo, it also exhibited the unique culture of
HIGHLIGHTS of Rara lake trek The lake itself serene and beautiful surrounded by numerous wild colorful flowers The trail that chases the final stage of world’s one of the longest trekking trail- Great Himalayan Trail The trek hosted by
Nature favors yak with all skills to become the highland transporters A three-week long trek to Upper Dolpo begins with the short flight from Nepalgunj to Juphal. Exiting out of Juphal Airport offers a different experience. Remoteness prevails and the
Bon Lamas of Dolpo Dolpo, the biggest districts of all 75 districts in Nepal has Hindu influence in southern Lower Dolpo however; the Upper Dolpo practices Tibetan Buddhism and Bon because of Tibetan proximity for centuries. People believe that the
In several occasions, Dolpo has topped the list of fresh and unparalleled locations for Featured films and documentaries. In 1999 French director Eric Valli’s Himalayan Caravan not only exposed virgin boondocks of Dolpo, it also exhibited the unique culture
The Tibetan Bon creed instituted by Tonpa Shenrab Miwo centered West Tibet primarily and practiced shamanism. In the ancient days the religious heads of Bon and Shen chiefly led the death rituals of the Royals. Later when Dharmaraja introduced Buddhism
Wonderfully captured in Eric Valli’s 1999 Oscar nominated movie Himalayan Caravan, time forgotten region of Nepal, Upper Dolpo is one of the restricted regions for the foreign tourists. Though the movie played a significant role in exposing natural and cultural