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Shey Phoksundo Lake Short Trek

Country
Country Nepal
Duration
Duration 12.0 days
Difficulty
Difficulty Medium
Max-Altitude
Max-Altitude 3600.0m
Meal
Meal Full Board Meals
Best Season
Best Season Mar-May, Mar-Sept,
Transportation
Transportation Dom Flight
Accommodation
Accommodation 3* Hotel in City & Trekking Lodge in Mountain

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 Po religions. There are more than 20 stupas along the southern belt of the lake which was built-in 11th century. Likewise, there is one situated along the lake’s eastern shore, where annual prayers and worship are carried out. Phoksundo Lake is part of Shey Phoksundo national park. It is the largest and the only Trans Himalayan national park in Nepal. This national park also ranks among the most diverse landscape while trekking in Dolpo. The Shey Phoksundo National Park contains barren areas of the upper Himalayan towards its north. While the trans-Himalayan slopes contain vegetation like rhododendron trees, Salix woods, juniper hamlets, and forests of Himalayan birch.

Shey Phoksundo Lake, the deepest lake in Nepal is located in Dolpo District (western) at an elevation of 3,611.5m/ 11,849ft. Phoksundo is an alpine freshwater lake. Shey Phoksundo lake 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), and many more. It is also considered sacred by the followers of Buddhist and Bon Po religions. There are more than 20 stupas along the southern belt of the lake which was built-in 11th century. Likewise, there is one situated along the lake’s eastern shore, where annual prayers and worship are carried out. this Y-shaped lake is 4.8 km long and 1.6 km. Phoksundo Lake is part of Shey Phoksundo national park. It is the largest and the only Trans Himalayan national park in Nepal. This national park also ranks among the most diverse landscape while trekking in Dolpo. The Shey Phoksundo National Park contains barren areas of the upper Himalayan towards its north. While the trans-Himalayan slopes contain vegetation like rhododendron trees, Salix woods, juniper hamlets, and forests of Himalayan birch.

Short Shey Phoksundo lake trek is an easy journey to the deepest lake of Nepal. It is one of the most beautiful and exotic tourist destinations located in Dolpo. Moreover, it has the largest territorial district. This trek is easy as no high passes are involved. Trekking to Shey Phoksundo is an amazing opportunity to discover the collective beauty of nature and culture. Moreover, meeting isolated people and observing their archaic lifestyle and Buddhist monasteries is amazing. And all this you get with high elevation adventure across the valley lying under the show of the trans-Himalaya range of mountains.
This Phoksundo Lake trek offers a glimpse of endangered species. You might see the snow leopard, musk deer, great Tibetan sheep, blue sheep, Himalayan tahr. Shey Phoksundo National Park is home to various species of rare flora and fauna. Besides that, it still preserves the centuries-old traditions of Bon Po & Buddhism. They are untouched by any sort of modernization.
Phoksundo Lake with its surrounding mountains and blue stable water makes an unforgettable scene for life. Ringmo, among the highest settlement on Earth. With colorful flags on homes waving with a breeze, is nestled in the area. There are many beautiful glaciers near and above the lake area. Short Shey Phoksundo lake trek takes you to the remotest and least exposed areas of Nepal. Its trail passes through wonderfully mixed forests and charming traditional tiny villages.

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Itinerary

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Day 1

Arrival at Kathmandu

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

Kathmandu sightseeing & Trek Preparation

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

Fly from Kathmandu to Nepalgunj (150m/492ft.)

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

Fly from Nepalgunj to Juphal (2,850m/9,348ft) and trek to Dunai(2,320m/7,610ft.)

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

Trek to Chhepka (2,838m/9,311ft.)

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

Trek to Jharana Waterfall (3,369m/11,056ft)

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

Trek to the Tibetan village of Ringmo Shey Phoksundo (3600m/11811ft)

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

Explore sacred Phoksundo Lake and Tshowa Gompa

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

Phoksundo Lake – Chhepka Village (2,670m/8,758ft.) Trek

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

Chhepka – Juphal (2,320m/7601ft.)

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 11

Juphal – Nepalgunj – Kathmandu Flight

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

Departure

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

 

Inclusions

What’s Covered in Your Adventure

Includes
  • 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 program
  • Duffle Bag, T-shirt, and Trip certificate
  • First Aid items
  • Emergency evacuation and support
  • All government, local taxes & service charges
Excludes
  • International Airfare
  • Travel Insurance
  • Tips for the trekking crew
  • All bar bills

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