Juphal-Ringmo trek; Tibetan Culture in Dolpo!
Price
$1,675.00$1,780.00
Destination
Dolpo Area
Difficulty
Moderate
Activity
Trekking
Group Size
2 to 16 people
Max Altitude
3700m/12465ft
Overview
In Dolpo, our trail passes through the radiant mountains, vastly extended grazing-lands(Kharkas) & the old villages where Tibetan traditions & vibrant culture are still part of everyday life.
If you know the deepest lake in Nepal, then you might have known the dead fresh water lake as well. That is Shey-Phoksindo Lake, located in the Shey-Phoksindo National park of Dolpo District, where a trek also showcases the amazingly colorful Tibetan Culture, tradition along with the mesmerizing natural beauty of Dolpo area.
Due to the remote location and hard living conditions, not so many people live or travel in these areas. As a result, the people of Dolpo are part of a very isolated culture found in specific pockets of northern Nepal. This is a land where life still revolves around horses, mules and yaks; people still wear traditional attire and jewelry, waters are still divided on the basis of a dice game, and the remains of the dead are given to wild vultures. Even today, much of Dolpo is restricted area for tourists, which contributed to preserve the ages old unique culture of here. The beautiful lake of Phoksindo [derived from ‘phok’, ‘sung’ and ’dhu’, meaning ‘spread out’ ‘three’ and ‘stone’ respectively]; the deepest lake of Nepal which also happens to be the deepest lake of high altitude in the world as well as the Ringmo village is the remarkable destination of this trip.
Itinerary
Arrival in Kathmandu. Hotel,
Inclusions & Exclusions
What's Included
- Airport pick up/transfer as program,
- Hotel in Kathmandu and in Nepalgunj with full board meals,
- Kathmandu city tour (half day tour with guide and transport),
- Kathmandu to Nepalgunj [and back to Kathmandu] transport on the privately reserved Toyota van with air condition,
- Nepalgunj to Juphal and return by flight,
- Full board trek with mountain basic lodge accommodation (lodge+meals),
- All trek permits and National park entry permits,
- 1 guide, assistant/s depending on the group size, porters including meals, daily allowance, work insurance etc.
- Welcome/farewell dinners are provided at the traditional Nepali restaurants with cultural shows,
- Services of fresh fruits, boiled drinking water, tea, coffee cookies,
- Services of duffel bags (for trek purpose only), warm water daily in the morning for face washing water etc.
What's Not Included
- Cold drinks, bar bills, personal shopping,
- More city tours if any,
- Repeated more nights hotel stay in Kathmandu, Nepalgunj or even on the trek, (or other than the program above),
- Travel insurance, medical expenses, medical/emergency evacuate if any etc.
- Nepal visa fee, international airfare,
- Any trip extension, Upper Dolpo entry etc.
Frequently Asked Questions
The Juphal–Ringmo trek takes you into one of Nepal’s least-visited and most unspoiled corners, where the journey itself is as rewarding as the destination. The highlight is undoubtedly Phoksundo Lake, with its remarkable blue-green water surrounded by dramatic cliffs and forests. Nearby, the powerful Suligad Waterfall plunges from the lake, feeding the Phoksundo River, whose valley guides the trail through rugged and beautifully changing landscapes. The walk also begins around Juphal village, a lively local settlement where you can see everyday Dolpo life before heading deeper into the mountains. What makes this trek special is the feeling of remoteness. There are far fewer tourists than on Nepal’s popular trails, allowing you to experience Dolpo’s raw landscapes, villages and Tibetan-influenced culture at a much more personal pace.