Lower Dolpo Trek

Dolpo is the home to one of the last remnants of traditional Tibetan culture. This region is given the name of “Hidden Valleys” by the legends. Interestingly, this hidden valley was created by Guru Rinpoche as a refuge for devout Buddhists during troubled times. Hidden beneath the high mountains that include Dhaulagiri massif to the southeast and cut off by high passes closed by snow half the year, Dolpo's easiest access is from Tibet, where its people emigrated perhaps 1000 years ago.

The Lower Dolpo Trek takes you on a trail that traverses ancient villages like Dho Tarap. Locals of Lower Dolpo practice centuries-old traditions and customs. The trail meanders around pine, oak, and juniper woods, which are home to endangered animals like the Himalayan musk deer, blue sheep, and snow leopard. Sky-piercing mountains will always give you company while trekking in the Lower Dolpo area.

We pass through two high passes: the Baga La (5,070m) and the Numa La Pass (5,360m), the highest point in this trek, from which we enjoy stupendous views of the Dhaulagiri Himal to the south and the Tibetan ranges Kugung La and Khyung La to the north. We also visit the beautiful lake of Shey-Phoksundo, which glorifies the Lower Dolpo trek experience.

Tipping Recommendation

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