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Shey Phoksundo Lake Short Trek

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country icon Nepal

calender icon Duration12 days
accommodation icon Accommodation3* Hotel in City & Trekking Lodge in Mountain
season icon Best SeasonMar-May, Mar-Sept
hiking icon Hiking,Sight Seeing12 days
transportation icon TransportationDom Flight
altitude icon Max-Altitude 3600 m
meal icon MealFull Board Meal
difficulty icon DifficultyMedium
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Shey Phoksundo Lake Short Trek Overview

Short Shey Phoksundo lake Trek Highlight

Shey Phoksundo Lake

Spectacular Jharana, Nepal’s highest waterfall

Insight unique Bonpo religion, Bon Buddhism monasteries

Amazing landscape of Trans Himalayan mountain

Shey Phoksundo National Park

Typical Tibet influenced living style

Magnificent view of Dhaulagiri range of mountains

Shey Phoksundo lake Trek Overview 

Shey Phoksundo Lake, the deepest lake in Nepal is located in Dolpo District (western) at an elevation of 3,611.5m/ 11,849ft. Phoksundo Lake is an alpine freshwater lake. It is situated 3,611 meters above sea level in the foothills of Kanjirova South (6,866 m), Sikalpo Khang (6,556 m), Wedge Peak (7,139 m). It is also considered sacred by the followers of Buddhist and Bon


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Itinerary

day-1

Upon your arrival at Tribhuvan International Airport, a representative from Bold Himalayan will pick you up and transfer you to the hotel. Overnight at Kathmandu Hotel. 

day-2

Today, after breakfast we start our city tour. We will be visiting some of the World Heritage Sites including Historic Durbar Square, one of the largest stupas in the world, Boudhanath (Buddhist shrine), the famous ‘Monkey Temple’ (Swayambhunath) as well as the sacred Hindu temple of Pashupatinath. In the evening you will be briefed about your trek to Lower Dolpo. Overnight at the hotel. 

day-3

After breakfast, we fly to Nepalgunj enjoying scenic views throughout the flight. After about an hour's flight from Kathmandu, we arrive at Nepalgunj. Nepalgunj is an interesting Terai town of Nepal, situated nearby Nepal-India border. It is influenced by both the Nepal hills and plains well as local Hindu &Muslim cultures. Overnight at the hotel. 

day-4

From Nepalgunj, we take another morning flight to Juphal. Flying over Himalayan foothills, with the view of Annapurna and Dhaulagiri peaks to the north, we arrive at Juphal after about 45 minutes. On arriving at Juphal, we meet our trekking staff and begin our trek. From Juphal, about 3 hours’ continuous trek through the terraced fields to the Bheri River and the narrow gorge we reach Dunai. Dunai is the administrative headquarters of the Dolpo region. Overnight at Dunai. 

day-5

After having breakfast, we will start our first-day trekking. From Dunai, the trail passes through pine forest. It also passes along the bank of river climbing over a ridge to the Phoksundo River. Then trek leads downhill passing farm villages with walnut trees close to a stream at Dhera. And climbing to Rahagoan village of Thakuri, we walk downhill to a forested area, Chhepka. Overnight camp at Chhepka farm village.

day-6

From Chhepka we trek to Jharana waterfall. At first, our trail climbs through a cedar forest to a winter settlement used by the people of Ringmo village. Then the route ascends steadily through open country to an elevation of 11,056 feet, Jharana. From here, we get a close-up view of the spectacular 1,083 foot Jharana Waterfall. Further, we have a faraway view of Phoksundo Lake. Jharana Waterfall, one of the highest waterfalls in Nepal. Overnight at Jharana hotel. 

day-7

Today, we are trekking to the Tibetan village of Ringmo. We will walk through birch forests to the upper reaches of the Phoksundo River. Then we will cross a bridge and follow the trail north to the ranger station at Phoksundo Lake. We will emerge onto the yak-filled meadows of Ringmo after a final push through the Phoksundo River chasm. Ringmo is a Tibetan Bon village. Overnight at Ringmo village

day-7

Today, we are trekking to the Tibetan village of Ringmo. We will walk through birch forests to the upper reaches of the Phoksundo River. Then we will cross a bridge and follow the trail north to the ranger station at Phoksundo Lake. We will emerge onto the yak-filled meadows of Ringmo after a final push through the Phoksundo River chasm. Ringmo is a Tibetan Bon village. Overnight at Ringmo village

day-8

Today, we will be spending another day at Ringmo, exploring Ringmo village and Phoksundo Lake. Phoksundo lake is a beautiful turquoise color lake, where we can enjoy a relaxing walk on the serene lake’s shores with great views. Similarly, we will explore Tshowa Gompa. Tshowa Gompa is a 900 years old Bon Monastery on a ridge above the lake. Overnight at Ringmo Village.

day-9

After spending a wonderful day in Phoksundo, toady we make our way toward Chhepka. Walking downhill through a narrow gorge of Suligad River and passing through Gurung and Tibetan villages surrounded by beautiful fields, we arrive Chhepka. Overnight at Chhepka.

day-10

From Chhepka, our trail still follows the river downstream to Sulighat. Then crossing the suspension bridge and passing through the military camp. and another suspension bridge brings us to prime beginning Dunai route. From Dunai walking along a flat level path then follow a gently ascending path passing through villages, terraces, and sparse vegetation, to Juphal. Overnight camp at Juphal. 

day-12

After breakfast in the morning, we walk to the airport in Juphal and board the plane to Nepalgunj. We will arrive at Nepalgunj after thirty-five minutes. And from Nepalgunj, we board the flight to Kathmandu. And an hour or so we land at Kathmandu Airport where our trip concludes.

day-12

Today, staff from ‘Bold Himalayan’ drop you to the Tribhuvan International Airport, three hours before your flight to your home town

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All ground transportation Kathmandu sightseeing tour by private vehicles with experienced certified City guide All Domestic flight tickets (Kathmandu-Nepaljung-Jhuphal-Nepaljung-Kathmandu)One Experienced Mountain Guide with their (food accommodation, salary, Insurance)One assistance guide (If group are more than 6pax)One porter to curry luggage for two guests with their(food accommodation, salary, Insurance)All accommodation during the trip(4-star accommodation in Kathmandu, 2 Star accommodation in Nepajung & Local Trekking lodge in Shey Phoksundo trekking route)All Meals (Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner with tea or coffee) Necessary equipment Down Jacket, Trekking Pole, and sleeping Bag(Return after Trek)Necessary permit for Sey Phoksundo National Park Permit, TIMS Card(Trekkers Information Management System) Restricted Area Permit One special welcome cultural dinner show and farewell dinner programDuffle Bag, T-shirt, and Trip certificate First Aid itemsEmergency evacuation and support All government, local taxes & service charges 

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International Airfare Travel InsuranceTips for the trekking crew All bar bills

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