Dolpo Trek

Weather information in lower Dolpo Trek:

According to our experience in the Dolpo region trek, seasonally the weather like as.

Spring (March -May):

The spring is one of the best for trekking season in lower Dolpo trek. The temperature in the daytime 12 – 22° C  and at the night time 0 -5°centigrade, which is ideal temperature to trek in Dolpo. Discovering   traditional culture and panoramic mountains views from the top of Numa-la and Baga-la. Different kinds of Bird watching. Photography experience, with beautiful landscapes with panoramic views at stable clear blue sky.

Summer season (June – August):

Summertime is best for harvesting and planting season. It is best for agriculture activities. You can join to planting rice and Millet. Lush green landscape and nice waterfalls are the amazing. Discovering Ropai festival. Normally this season is best to experience of agriculture.

Temperature: During the daytime temperature is 18 – 25°C, in the morning and evening time 12 – 18 °C and,

During the nighttime drop down 8 – 14°C.

If you are looking for trek in this season, you have to well- preparation against rain, muddy and the land sliding. Benefits are less crowed and different experience of green environment.

Autumn season (September – November):

Autumn season is another one of the best seasons for trekking to lower part of Dolpo. Normally this season is clear blue skies and stable weather.

1. The temperature is during the day 14°C – 22°C.
2. Morning and the Evening is 4°C – 10°C and
3. Night time the temperature is 0°C – 6°C.

If you are planning for lower part of Dolpo trek in this autumn season, then it is an ideal choice, offering a beautiful views and suitable weather. We highly recommend this trip in autumn.

Why autumn is the best season for lower Dolpo trek?

1. Usually stable clear weather, which is the best time for trek and flight.
2. Comfortable temperatures for trekking during the daytime.
3. Beautiful views of Dhaulagiri, Api Himal and Saipal Himalayan ranges from the top of Numa-la 5310m and Baga-la 5170m.
4. Wonderful landscape and traditional experiences.

Winter season (December – February):

The winter season is normally chilly cold in the mountains. Mostly clear weather but frizzing cold make challenging to trek. All the paths are frozen. If you are looking in winter for Dolpo trek, you need to well-prepared and experience staff to complete this trek.

1. The temperature: During the daytime 8°C to 15°C.
2. In the morning and evening is -2°C to -5°C .
3. At the nighttime drop down -5°C to -15°C.

So, if you are considering such a temperature, not many snows and willing to chill out there are no objection to make this trek success with panoramic clear weather.

Trek duration and possibility:

What is the trekking duration and time for Lower Dolpo trek?

For the Lower Dolpo trek, the time duration is possibility to do like this for your comfort and the possibility.

Drive to reach trekking sport:

1. Kathmandu to Nepalganj Flight about an hour.
2. Nepalganjto Juphal flight about 30 minutes.
3. Juphal to Nepalganj flight 30 minutes and,
4. Nepalganj to Kathamdnu flight an hour.
5. Start trek from Juphalto Juphal 12

So, altogether 16-17 Days you need to complete this lower Dolpo trek.

Is possible to start trekking continue to Upper Dolpo?

Ascend Hikes always flexible according to the trekkers comfortable and possibilities, so there is no objection to start upper Dolpo trek from lower part of Dolpo. For Upper Dolpo trek need another Permit to explore upper part. If you want to continue, then the itinerary should be 27 days altogether:

When you once in Dolpo region, the permits are validity for another trek too?

Dolpo region is the restricted area trek, there are only in exactly date you have to exit from the check point, or you have to make another additional permit to explore another destination, same in the Upper part of the Dolpo and Lower part of the Dolpo trek separated and different permits too.

Extra activities:

Hiking in Phoksundo lake and Monastery.

Nepalganj experience.

Dunai bazar exploring.

Some seasonal local cultural experience is the extra activities on this trek.

Mountain ranges:

Which mountains can see from the lower part of Dolpo trek?

We can see panoramic mountains frrom the lower Dolpo trek, such as:

• Dhaulagiri (8167 meters) and ranges.
• Kanjirowa Himal (6884 meters) and ranges.
• Puta Himchuli / Dhaulagiri VII and ranges
• Churen Himal (7375 meters) and ranges.
• Local unnamed peaks and mountains.
• These are the main mountains are seen from the trails.

Flora and fauna in lower Dolpo trek:

The Lower Dolpo trekking is a wide variety of flora and fauna, including pine, oak, fir, juniper and rhododendron woods as well as high-altitude species such as blue sheep, Himalayan thar, musk deer, barking deer, rabbits and Himalayan birds, making it an adventure journey with both natural and cultural significance.

Message from the company:

Ascend Hikes Pvt. Ltd. has been developing unique trips for our amazing clientele to guarantee safe travel to lower Dolpo trek. Our typical itinerary for Lower part of Dolpo trek, includes a porter and an experienced guide who will introduce you to the rich local Tibetan and Bonpo culture of the area while offering you advice and support. Due to our many years of experience in the Dolpo region, we are aware of the best locations for local services, activities, and overnight stays. Therefore, get in touch with us if you’re thinking about visiting the Dolpo region trek, and we’ll help you arrange an amazing trip in Nepal Himalaya.