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Upper Dolpo Trek 24 days

Trip Overview

Upper Dolpo Trek is located in one of the isolated areas in Nepal. Dolpo region lies in between the Tibetan Plateau and the Dhaulagiri Himalayan range and is the highest populated land in western Nepal. The region is also one of the Restricted regions of Nepal and a special immigration permit is required to enter this area. Every year the only fixed number of foreigners are allowed to enter this area and that remains the region still a virgin. This place is mainly beautified by amazing views of mysterious monasteries and towering mountains. The area is also habitat for rare wildlife like snow leopards and blue sheep. The trekking in this route was firstly managed by the British tour operator in autumn of 1990. The Upper Dolpo Region passes through many gigantic mountains such as mount Annapurna, mount Dhaulagiri and mount Kanjiroba. Being adventurous and challenging trek, it requires fairly experienced trekkers.

Amazing Nepal Trek & Expedition presents 24 days package of Upper Dolpo Trek. Our package guarantees foods, permits, accommodation and transpiration costs during the overall trek. We even promise to offer a special discount for those trekkers who come along with groups. To make our trek successful, we need high passion and strong determination along with enthusiasms.

Trip Highlights

  • UNESCO World Heritage Sites in Kathmandu Valley
  • Exploration of the serenity of Upper Dolpo Region along with beautiful Phoksundo Lake
  • Being acquainted with Dolpo people and their lifestyles 
  • Encounter with ancient monasteries, leopards, and blue sheep
  • Wonderful views of Mt. Annapurna, Dhaulagiri and Kanjiroba

Additional Information

If the suggested itinerary is not up to the mark, we can even customize your trip as per your need with a special group discount. Kindly contact us at [email protected] for detail information. You can also contact us by calling at +977-9851116042 for 24/7 support. We speak English, Hindi, and Nepali.

Day 01: Arrive Kathmandu (1,300m/4,264ft)

Day 02: Kathmandu valley sightseeing and trek preparation (1,300m/4,264ft)

Day 03: Fly from Kathmandu to Nepalgunj and transfer to Hotel.

Day 04: Fly from Nepalgunj to Juphal (2320m/7601ft) and trek to Sulighat (2070m/6790ft) 2-3hrs.

Day 05: Trek to Renje (3010m/9873ft) 5-6hrs 

Day 06: Trek to Ringmo village(3640m/11940ft) to Phoksundo Lake (3620m/11874ft) 5-6hrs 

Day 07: Rest day in Phoksundo Lake and explore around Ringmo village

Day 08: Trek to Phoksundo Khola (3630m/1190ft) 4-5hrs 

Day 09: Trek to Phoksundo Bhanjyang (4120m/13514ft) 6-7hrs 

Day 10: Trek to Kang-La pass (5160m/16925ft) to Shey gompa (4390m/14400ft) 5-6hrs 

Day 11: Rest day at Shey Gompa the crystal monastery

Day 12: Trek to Saldang La (5010m/16432ft) to Namgung village(4430m/14530) 6-7hrs 

Day 13: Trek to Saldang (3620m/11,874ft) 4-5hours 

Day 14: Trek to Yangze Gompa (4960m/16267ft) 4-5hrs 

Day 15: Trek to Sibu (4560m/14957ft) 6-7hrs 

Day 16: Trek to Jeng La Phedi (4900m/16072ft) 5-6hrs 

Day 17: Trek to Jeng La pass (5090m/16695ft) to Do Tarap (4080m/13382ft) 6-7hrs 

Day 18: Day explore and acclimatization in Do Tarap

Day 19: Trek to Tarap Khola ( Karmakharka) (3800m/12464ft) 6-7hrs 

Day 20: Trek to Khanigaon (3150m/10332ft) 5-6hrs 

Day 21: Trek to Tarakot (2537m/8321ft) to Dunai (2030m/6658ft) 5-6hrs 

Day 22: Trek to Jhuphal (2320m/7610ft) 2-3hrs 

Day 23: Fly from Jhuphal to Nepalgunj to Kathmandu

Day 24: Final Departure

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Day 01: Arrival day in Kathmandu (1,300m/4,264ft)

Upon your arrival at the Tribhuwan International Airport (TIA) in Kathmandu, you will be greeted by a company representative, who will drop you off at our hotel. After checking in, take a rest or visit Amazing Nepal's office. You may also stroll in the streets of Thamel, a tourist hub in Kathmandu for some souvenir shopping. In the evening, there will be a welcome dinner hosted by Amazing Nepal Trek & Expedition. For dinner, you will be served excellent Nepalese cuisine which will introduce you to the country's authentic food culture. If your flight arrives late, both the meeting and dinner can be scheduled for the following day. Overnight in Kathmandu.

Day 02: Sightseeing Kathmandu Valley and Preparation for Trekking (1,300m/4,264ft)

After breakfast, you will set out for sightseeing of the culturally and architecturally rich heritage sites of the Valley. Places such as the Pashupatinath, the world-famous temple precinct of the Hindus, the Boudhnath and Swaymbhunath, the world-famous Buddhist stupa precinct, and Kathmandu Durbar Square will open up completely a new cultural world of Nepali art and architecture to you. You will also be taken to the Kumari Ghar, where resides the Virgin Goddess. We will also discuss the trip, and you will be introduced to your fellow trekkers and our crews.

Day 03: Fly from Kathmandu to Nepalgunj & Transfer to Hotel

Transfer to the domestic airport and fly to Nepalgunj, about an hour scenic flight brings you to the southern Nepal border with India. This flat land has quite tropical, hot and humid climate. Transfer to Hotel and check-in an air-conditioned room which is topmost necessary to avoid mosquito and heat. 

Day 04: Fly from Nepalgunj to Juphal (2320m/7601ft) and trek to Sulighat (2070m/6790ft) 2-3hrs

After a pleasant overnight in Nepalgunj, early morning transfer to airport for the 45-minute flight to Juphal over the Himalayan foothills, with views of Annapurna and Dhaulagiri peaks to the north. On arriving at Juphal our trekking staff receives you. Our first-day adventure begins with an hour downhill walk through the village below the airstrip, then leading through the terraced fields to the Bheri River. Follow the upstream of the Bheri river along the untrafic road to the large suspension bridge. Cross Bheri river, where we enter the Phoksundo River valley. Follow the trail and pass the hospital then it’s a level walk along the Phoksundo Khola to Sulighat. 

Day 05: Trek to Renje (3010m/9873ft) 5-6hrs 

Cross to the west bank of the river and abandoned settlement of Raktang and trail crosses herders’ hut and horse pastures over the ridge to Jyalhasa a winter settlement of Ringmo village. Keep walking upstream to the east bank at 2460. Sankta. The trail makes some ups and downs through grasses and ferns to a trail junction to Phoksundo Lake. The Phoksundo Lake trail climbs over a ridge and a short descend on a rocky path to Chepka. The trail stays near the river, climbing over a small ridge then, crossing to the west side to avoid a steep ridge. The trail continues upstream climbing ups and downs to the campsite to Renje. 

Day 06: Trek to Ringmo village(3640m/11940ft) to Phoksundo Lake (3620m/11874ft) 5-6hrs 

After breakfast, our trail climbs over a ridge and descends to a wooden bridge that continues its’ ups and downs along the valley floor an hour to the confluence of Sulighat (known as Phoksundo Khola) and Phungmo Khola and eventually brings you a Tibetan village Sumduwa.  In Tibetan, Sum means ‘three’ and Duwa is ‘Trail’. After 5 minutes you will come to a yellow-roofed building that looks like Gompa. It’s actually a Tibetan cultural school for Tibetan refugees. The trail eventually leaves the forests and traverses a grassy slope high above the river. The route switchbacks steeply on a sandy trail through open country, then starts up even steeper gaining over 400 meters ridge at 3730m. Just before the ridge, prayer flags mark a choose up view of spectacular 200 meters high waterfall the highest in Nepal. Shortly, afterward, you will get the first view of Phoksundo Lake. The trail makes a descend through a forest of birch and chir pine to the upper reaches brilliantly clear, rushing water of Phoksundo Khola. The trail climbs gently to the charming village of Ringmo at 3640m. The trail continues along the Ringmo village to the edge of the village with a breathtaking view of Phoksundo Lake and Campsite right on the bank of the Lake. Overnight stay in camp.

Day 07: Rest day in Phoksundo Lake and explore around Ringmo village

It’s nice to have an easy rest day after 3 days and acclimatization on this elevation. Explore Ringmo village and visit white Thasung Chholing  Gompa. The Phoksundo Lake is surreally spectacular. It’s 4.8km long, 108km wide and said to be 650m deep, making it Nepal’s deepest Lake. It is famed for its intense aquamarine color- a miraculous greenish-blue likened to Yu or Tibetan turquoise. If you have more energy, you can walk left bank of the lake upward lake source.  

Day 08: Trek to Phoksundo Khola (3630m/1190ft) 4-5hrs 

From Phoksundo Lake, the adventure continues skirting the shore of the lake as it contours on a rocky ledge along the western bank. This unsteady trail suspended on a gangway of wood supported on pegs driven into the crevasse in the rocks, signals the remoteness of the area we are about to enter. At the westernmost edge of the lake, the path leads through a lush meadow that opens up into the floodplain of the Phoksundo Khola. Then the walk leads through the valley, crossing the river and avoiding the occasional boggy marsh underfoot and then coming on the bank of the river.

Day 09: Trek to Phoksundo Bhanjyang (4120m/13514ft) 6-7hrs 

Today's first-hour walk leads along the level path through a glacial valley that now heads to the north. At the confluence of the Phoksundo Khola and another mountain stream, there is an old wooden bridge. Here taking the barely distinct path to the north-east of the valley. There is no trail as such, so it is necessary to clamber over the rocks and boulders and to ford a stream that rushes down the steep valley. A long climb brings us to a sheep meadow where the trail veers up a steep ravine. A hard climb to the top brings to yet another valley where one can see the Kang-La, the pass which will lead towards Shey Gompa. 

Day 10: Trek to Kang-La pass (5160m/16925ft) to Shey Gompa (4390m/14400ft) 5-6hrs 

Morning walk leads up to a steep climb littered with slate towards the pass. The climb is quite strenuous, especially on the slate screed. From the top of Kang-la 5,160m/16925ft, there are excellent views down upon a large valley which is bisected by a gushing river. On descending steeply to the valley floor, then the path leads a long meandering trek along the banks of the river, crossing and re-crossing it several times. There are mud caves lining the hills overlooking the river and we pass through meadows where hairy yaks, hundreds of sheep and domestic mountain goat (Chengra) can be found grazing as well near the odd nomadic hut of the herders. A red Chorten heralds our arrival at Shey Gompa 4,390m/14,440ft where a quaint wooden, log bridge leads up to our destination at Shey Gompa compound for our overnight camp. 

Day 11: Rest day at Shey Gompa the crystal monastery

Another well-earned rest day for a local hike around Shey meaning crystal, this monastery is also known as the Crystal Mountain (well described in Peter Matthiessen classic novel Snow Leopard). The lama of Shey resides at a red hermitage known as Tsakang gompa which is north of Shey. It is rather a retreat than a monastery. Tsakang had been a meditation center of many famous lamas from Tibet. Shey Gompa belongs to the Chaiba community, followers of great saint Padmasambhava, known as Guru Rinpoche and Kagyu sects. It was the first Kagyupa monastery and its founder was the lama Tenzing Ra-Pa, built during the 11th century. Shey is famous for its ancient pre-Buddhist culture the Bon Po. In Dolpo, the ancient Tibetan way of life combines animism with the teaching of Buddha. Drutup Yeshe first introduced Buddhism in the Dolpo valley. Hundreds of years ago he came to Dolpo encountering a wild people whose supreme God was a 'fierce mountain and nature spirit. Crystal Mountain is to the east of Shey gompa it is one of the strangest mountains, as its contorted cliffs are laced with quartz and embedded with a rich variety of marine fossils. Shey Gompa stands above the confluence of Kangjunala and Yeju Nala River. Near the confluence, there is a group of prayer mills turned by water wheels. Each year people from all over Dolpo region travel great distances to attend the festival at Shey and to complete the circuit of Crystal Mountain. This is an amazing trip to here that certainly makes this trek as special as only a few Westerners have ever ventured up to Shey Gompa. 

Day 12: Trek to Saldang La (5010m/16432ft) to Namgung village(4430m/14530), 6-7hrs 

Our day begins by following a pleasant trail amidst juniper which descends into a grey, stone canyon. Then the path begins to zig-zag over bare rocks and coarse eroded soil until it eventually brings us to the top of Saldang-la 5,200m/17,056ft. The subsequent descent towards the north which is long and tiring but we finally come upon the welcome sight of pastures of grazing yaks and sheep, and nomadic tents made from yak hair. This signals our approach to Namgung Gaun at 4,800m/15,744ft. Like Shey, the Namgung monastery is of the Karma-pa sect. The monastery, a red stone structure, is built against the backdrop of a cliff on the north wall of a gorge. The red and white colors of the gimpy and its stupas are the only color in this stark landscape. The village itself consists of only six stone houses and has terraced fields on both sides of the tributary, which flow down to the Nam Khong valley. The economy of the region is based on agriculture, animal husbandry, and trading. In Dolpo, only one crop a year can be grown and this is mainly barley. In some villages, buckwheat, oilseed, potato, and radish are also cultivated. Recently the main cliff temple collapsed and the villagers have now built a beautiful new monastery in the village itself. 

Day 13: Trek to Saldang (3620m/11,874ft) 4-5hours 

On leaving the Namduna Gaun our route leads to a climb up a scree slope. Further on it begins a long traverse along some dusty barren mountains. After 3-4 hours of the hard climb, Saldang 3,620m/ 11,874ft appears below on a plateau high above the Nam Khongmala. It has a picturesque appearance. Saldang is the largest village in the inner Dolpo area. Though the village lies at about the same altitude as Ringmo it is totally different then Ringmo, a Himalayan village is situated below the tree line while Saldang belongs to the arid zone of the Trans-Himalayan Tibetan plateau. The village stretches for nearly two kilometers on an open slope. Saldang consists of five villages having about eighty well-built houses with nearly six hundred people. Saldang is a prosperous village not only agriculturally but also for its strategic location on a trade route to Tibet. After the Chinese invasion of Tibet in 1959, trade with Tibet was virtually stopped. It has been restored to some extent through the barter system by which Tibetan salt reaches mid-Nepal. The Drokpa people from the western plains of Tibet collect salt from the dried lakes north of Tsangpo. 

Day 14: Trek to Yangze Gompa (4960m/16267ft) 4-5hrs 

Our journey from here diverts further far north to the least unexplored area by westerners or by any other commercial adventure trekking companies. The trail follows the Nang Chu river most of the way on this wild barren windswept terrain. The walk begins along the fairly gradual path with few ups and downs slope and then passing through the small settlement of Tiling and Lurigaon till we reach to our overnight camp at Yangze also known as Yangtsher, just before Yangze near Lurigaon. Here we cross the tributary Panzang river, a short walk from here brings us to an unexplored region of Yangze 4,960m/16,267ft and its very old Bon-Po Monastery for the overnight halt with time for exploration around the villages and the Monastery. 

Day 15: Trek to Sibu (4560m/14957ft) 6-7hrs 

From Yangze there are two trails that connect Sibu (4,560m/14,957ft), the long way trail heads due west passing through the very remote villages of Nishalgaon and further past Shimengaon. To save time and energy we will retrace the path back towards Saldang village which will be much easier and shorter than the other northwestern route. From Saldang the trail following the river bed we pass through terraced fields, stupas, Chortens, heaps of mani stones and a Chaiba monastery, then passing through the Namdo village which is also prosperous with about sixty houses having nearly 400 inhabitants. It stretches for more than 5 km on the high slopes to the left of Nam Khong Khola. The Namdo monastery is located near the river bed. Our journey continues further down the river for another two hours to camp near the small settlement of Sibu. 

Day 16: Trek to Jeng La Phedi (4900m/16072ft) 5-6hrs 

Today's trail follows the Nam Khong Khola for a while on the morning walk coming across the caravan of laden yaks that are on their way towards Tibet border. After days of following the same river, finally, we part turning east till we arrive at the confluence of two small tributaries, from here our walk leads to a steep climb to the bottom of Jeng La (4,900m/16,072ft), where we stay for the overnight on a nice meadow. 

Day 17: Trek to Jeng La pass (5090m/16695ft) to Do Tarap (4080m/13382ft) 6-7hrs 

Morning trek leads to two hours climb towards the top of the Jeng La (5,090m/16,695ft). An excellent view of snow ranges emerges to the south. The north face of the Dhaulagiri massif shines in the morning light. After a wonderful moment here at the pass, our walk leads to descending on the rough path towards Tarap valley. By afternoon we come to the green valley which leads us on the pleasant track down towards Tarap Chu. Tarap is a fascinating valley with vast plains in high mountains. It extends twenty km along the river. Tarap Chu is having ten villages with its cultivated fields and many gompas, Chortens of both sects. Visit Tokyu monastery at 4,200m/13,776ft. This monastery also belongs to the Chaiba sect. The route leads eastward along the downhill course of Tarap Chu in a plain valley with patches of lush verdant grass on both sides of the river which is completely different from other parts of Inner Dolpo. There is also a marsh which is a common feature in the Desert Mountains of Tibet and the Ladakh Himalaya. In this valley, both Bon Po and Chaiba sects reside together in harmony. After a short trek on this beautiful valley, we come to Do Tarap (4,080m/13,382ft).

Day 18: Day explore and acclimatization in Do Tarap

The name Tarap refers to the entire region. The correct name of the village is Do meaning ‘lower end of the valley’ in Tibetan, but most local people refer to the village as Do Tarap. It consists of several clusters of closely packed some houses and corrals, surrounded by fields of ‘Naked barley  The Ribo Bhumpa Gompa above the village was rebuilt in 1955, besides it is unique Chorten in a Chorten containing the remains of a demon killed by Guru Rinpoche. The painting inside the Chorten represents both Bonpo and Nyingma traditions, although the Gompa itself is Nyingma. The view over the valley is superb. For leisurely half-day excursion head east up to the valley to Dero Gompa and Shipchok Gompa a school of Bonpo. 

Day 19: Trek to Tarap Khola ( Karmakharka) (3800m/12464ft) 6-7hrs

Today's walk can be quite a long day or moderate walk depending on the choice of several different campsites so the itinerary can be as flexible as you like. From the quite bare country around Tarap, we descend towards a wide valley which eventually narrows into a gorge. We walk along with the juniper bush and wild rose, typical of dry inner Himalayan valleys, to just above the tree line. On this route, we might see herds of blue sheep. By the afternoon time, we reach the confluence of the Tarap Chu and the Lang Khola, a stream that joins Tarap River from further east. We will make our camp on a nice meadow, this place is also known as Karmakharka (3,800m/12,464ft), while our porters will perhaps take shelter in a nearby spacious cave. 

Day 20: Trek to Khanigaon (3150m/10332ft) 5-6hrs 

This morning again continues down the gorge of the Tarap River, at times alongside it, rising high above on a trail built from the steep slopes might come across people from Dolpo taking their herds to lower pastures for the winter. There are many possible campsites by the river. This will be one of the exciting days of this trip walk, as the valley becomes so narrow in a deep gorge that in some places we can jump from one side to another. Sometimes there is no trace of any path and we have to walk across stone slabs fitted on logs in between the walls which act as a bridge. The gorge also provides unexpected adventure and thrills. At some places, the bridges are either damaged or washed away and we may be forced to cross the icy torrent on foot. Finally, reaching to the camping spot beside the Tarap Khola at Khanigaon (3,150m/10,332ft) 

Day 21: Trek toTarakot (2537m/8321ft) to Dunai (2030m/6658ft) 5-6hrs 

Today's trek from campsite follows an indistinct trail to the village of Lalberi. Then passing through an area of impressive forest, before descending into another gorge our walk continues following the river again downstream to reach Tarakot where colorful terraced fields greet us. Tarakot (2,537m/8,321ft) is an old fortress town known by the local people as Dzong, meaning 'fort'. Before the Gorkha dynasty, Tarakot was the capital. After lunch, the walk continues beside the Bheri River in a tremendous gorge with pine trees and an ingenious path built about seven meters above the river. On reaching Dunai (2,030m/6,658ft) after completing the circuit with time for celebration, particularly as bottled beer is available in Dunai. 

Day 22: Trek to Jhuphal (2320m/7610ft) 2-3hrs 

We retrace the journey back to Jhuphal, which is a short distance walk along the Bheri River to the small airstrip for the last overnight camp of this great memorable adventure. 

Day 23: Fly from Jhuphal to Nepalgunj to Kathmandu

Early morning, a short scenic flight for thirty-five minutes to Nepalgunj, over the Himalayan foothills overlooking stunning views of the main peaks including Annapurna and Dhaulagiri to the north. On arrival at Nepalgunj depending upon the connecting flight schedule to Kathmandu. If it is in the afternoon have time for few hours refreshment in the comfort of the Hotel Batika or similar at Nepalgunj. Then connect with the flight back to Kathmandu. 

Day 24: Final departure

Yes, we will see you off at the Tribhuvan International airport.

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Service Included:

  • All airport transfers 
  • Tourist Standard Hotel in Kathmandu for 3 nights with breakfast 
  • Tourist Standard Hotel in Nepalgunj for 2 nights with breakfast
  • All domestic flight as per itinerary
  • Welcome and Farewell dinner
  • Guided city tour in Kathmandu covering 4 UNESCO heritage sites 
  • All necessary paperwork and trekking permits (Restricted Area permit and TIMS)
  • An experienced English-speaking Govt. registered trekking guide trekking cook, assistant trekking guide, kitchen boy and Sherpa porters to carry luggage, food and camping equipment (1 trekker: 3 porters)
  • Guide, cook and support staffs salary, insurance, equipment, flight, food, and lodging
  • Full meals (Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner) followed by a cup of Tea/Coffee during the trek  
  • Iodine/Chlorine treated Safe Drinking water 
  • All mountain accommodation
  • A comprehensive medical kit
  • All government and local taxes 
  • Trekking equipment such as down-filled sleeping bag and duffel bag
  • Souvenir: Upper Dolpo Route map and Amazing Nepal T-Shirt

Service not Included:

  • Lunch and dinner in Kathmandu except for welcome and farewell dinner
  • Monument entrance fees in Kathmandu 
  • Bottled drinks 
  • Mineral water
  • Hot shower 
  • Personal expenses
  • Travel insurance and evacuation insurance (strongly recommended)
  • Tipping to driver and trekking crew

All prices are in US dollars and do not include international airfare, unless otherwise noted.

Meals:

Eating is a big part of Holiday. Traveling with Amazing Nepal Trek & Expedition, you experience the vast array of wonderful food Nepalese, Chinese, Continental, Italian and several local cuisines. Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner are included in the package. Your guide will suggest delicious, hygienic and each place special food during your trip. It would be smart not to order many dishes and waste as you have limited food. Its a week or more days hard work to porters and caravans to bring food to these places. During this trek you will usually have breakfast and dinner at the Camp, lunch will be eaten at one of the campsite en-route.

Is this trek appropriate for me?

Our company ensures Upper Dolpo Trek is a moderate to strenuous trek. So, we announce that this trek is appropriate for average trekkers, having a passion of loving to nature. It requires inspiration and passion which makes your trek successful. Your positive attitude and strong determination can obligatory to accomplish this trek. For making comfortable walking, adjusting to changing climate, our package manages the facility of acclimatization in needed place as well as 5-6 hours walking per day. If you have already accumulated hiking and jugging experiences that will be beneficial to adjust with the situation; although if you do not have that is not a big problem. However, Amazing Nepal Trek & Expedition cordially request to have medical checking before you plan to start any trekking and hiking.

Briefing of the Tour:

You will be briefed about the trek, you will be given information file, and importantly introduced with your guide.

Trekking Crews:

We will provide government registered, well-trained English Speaking guide, who holds enough knowledge about responsible tourism and eco-friendly tourism

We will also provide an assistant guide who is ready to help you with every situation.

We will provide a porter is provided to every two of you, and he will be carrying not more than 25kg.

We get our crews’ life get insured.

Certificate:

After the trek is over, you will be provided with ANTE adventure certificate.

Size of Group:

Trekking Group Size of our group can range from two people to ten people. In case you want to travel alone, do not hesitate to write to us. We will plan accordingly. In case, you more than ten people, please do let us know so that we can develop and improvise plans and itinerary.

Acclimatization:

Trekking to the Upper Dolpo is as much difficult as it is technical. We give special priority to its technical sides as well. For this, we have designed an itinerary to allow you get acclimatize naturally. We know the particular location you need to stay for rest, and the particular distance you need to walk slowly and so on. In case you get high altitude sickness, we have crews who know how to deal it effectively and smartly.

How to respond to Altitude Sickness?

  • Please do carry first aid box
  • Please consult your physician
  • Please do keep on informing our crews if you feel uneasy
  • Please do walk in the group so that you can help each other

Travel Insurance:

We would like to recommend you to get your trekking insured. Since you are trekking in probably one of the wildest and challenging routes, you need to be cautious of anything inevitable. You may need helicopter evacuation and get your trip canceled. You may get injured and get your baggage theft and so on.

Permits and fees:

The government local body charges some small amount of fee for every you make to the World Heritage sites, National Park, restricted areas along climbing. The price we charge includes all the fees.

If you want to book a trekking package with Amazing Nepal Trek and Expedition and still wondering about the essential equipment for your trekking journey, here we are more than happy to offer our checklist for your references. Please make necessary amendments to our checklist as per your need and convenience. For some case, if you couldn’t get any of these listed equipment/gears in your hometown or you’re in a rush before you fly to Kathmandu, don’t worry! The listed necessary items mentioned below can be easily purchased here.
Except for your day pack, all luggage will be carried by porters. A porter is available for two people who will carry maximum up to 25 kg. So, you have to be careful while packing your bag or luggage.
 
Moreover, there is an allowance of 15kg per person on domestic flights. Additional personal items are not needed for the trekking portion of the trip which can be kept in the hotel’s storage room without extra cost.

Below is the checklist of equipment that is required for the trek:
 
HEAD

  • Buff headwear /neckwear
  • Sun hat or scarf
  • Light balaclava or warm fleece hat
  • Sunglasses
  • Head Torch

UPPER BODY

  • Cotton T-shirts or Thermals
  • Fleece jacket
  • Waterproof/windproof jacket
  • Down-filled jacket  (Your own Down Jacket is strongly recommended, but Amazing Nepal Trek also supply complimentary down jacket which is needed to be returned after the completion of the trek)

LOWER BODY

  • Lightweight cotton pants (long)
  • Waterproof Pants
  • Thermal underwear

FEET

  • Thin inner socks
  • Thick and warm wool hiking socks
  • Comfortable Hiking boots
  • Sneakers /slippers

HANDS

  • Gore-tex gloves

ACCESSORIES

  • Sleeping bag rated to - 20°C (Your own sleeping bag strongly is recommended, but Amazing Nepal Trek also supply complimentary sleeping bags which is needed to be returned after the completion of the trek)
  • Trekking bags/duffel bag (Amazing Nepal Trek will supply complimentary water and windproof duffel/kit bag, but one extra big duffel bag/suitcase is necessary for items that are left at the hotel in Kathmandu)
  • Large plastic bags (For keeping items dry inside trek bag)
  • Trekking poles (Optional, Recommended)
  • Water bottle or camel bag
  • Toiletries
  • Towel
  • Sewing Kit
  • Insect repellent, sunscreen, and lip balm
  • First-aid kit; should contain lip salve, Aspirin, Band-Aids, anti-histamine, Imodium or similar tablets for mild cases of diarrhea
  • Re-hydration powder, extra prescription drugs you may be taking if any particular
  • Wet wipes 
  • Reading or writing material

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