About This Tour

The Lower Dolpo Trek offers the extraordinary beauty of western Nepal — including the famous Phoksundo Lake — without the restricted area permits and full camping logistics of the Upper Dolpo expedition. The trail follows the Suligad and Phoksundo Khola rivers through a landscape of waterfalls, narrow gorges, and terraced hillsides before arriving at Phoksundo Lake, whose turquoise waters are among the most photographed natural sights in Nepal.

Along the way, you pass through villages of Thakuri, Magar, and Tibetan communities, each with distinct customs, architecture, and ways of life. Ringmo village, perched above the lake, is the main settlement in Shey Phoksundo National Park and the starting point for explorations along the lakeshore.

Itinerary

• Days 1-2: Fly Kathmandu to Nepalgunj, then to Juphal
• Day 3: Trek to Dunai (2,140m), the district headquarters
• Day 4: Trek to Chhepka (2,590m)
• Day 5: Trek to Phoksundo Lake (3,611m)
• Days 6-7: Explore Phoksundo Lake and Ringmo village
• Days 8-10: Return via alternate route
• Days 11-12: Trek to Juphal, fly to Nepalgunj
• Days 13-14: Nepalgunj to Kathmandu, departure

What's Included

• Licensed, experienced trekking guide
• Porter support where included in your package
• Trekking permits and conservation/entry fees for the route
• Accommodation in teahouses, lodges or homestays on the trail
• Meals on the trek as per your chosen package
• Ground transport to and from the trailhead
• Pre-trip briefing and route orientation
• Eco Holiday Asia trip coordination and in-country support
• Included items may vary by package type. Eco Holiday Asia confirms final inclusions before booking.

What's Not Included

• International flights to and from Nepal
• Nepal visa fees and personal travel insurance (mandatory, must cover trekking)
• Domestic flights unless listed in Included
• Personal trekking gear (sleeping bag, down jacket — rental available in Kathmandu)
• Meals in Kathmandu and Pokhara unless mentioned
• Tips for your guide, porter and support team
• Emergency helicopter rescue (covered by your insurance)
• Personal expenses, drinks and souvenirs

Responsible Travel Notes

• Respect local culture, dress modestly at temples and ask before photographing people
• Avoid single-use plastic — carry a refillable water bottle on tour
• Follow your guide's instructions at heritage sites, monasteries and protected areas
• Support local businesses — buy at family-run shops, eat at local restaurants
• Respect sacred sites and community customs
• Follow Nepal permit and conservation rules in protected areas

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