Dolpa Region

Dolpa Region is a distant region of Nepal. The central point of this area is Shey Phoksumdo National Park. Dolpa region is a virgin territory for trekkers. Also, it offers an endless variety of cultures, landscapes, and great people. Trekking to Lower Dolpa offers you the remarkable and breathtaking and off-the-beaten-path experience. It is a culturally Tibetan region in western Nepal Valleys, and the Phoksumdo and Mugu Karnali Valleys. The sixth highest mountain in the world Dhaulagiri (8172 meters) lies in this region. And, its outliers create a rain shadow that determines much of Dolpo’s climate.

The people of Dolpa region are simple and warm-hearted with a charming tradition and culture. Likewise, Upper Dolpo shelters villages at altitudes of 3,660 m to 4,070 m which are among the highest settlements on earth. Closely linked with Tibet, the culture and traditions of this area are linked with the Tibetan culture. Also, The people speak Tibetan. The trek offers high and remote Himalayan valleys, resembling the Tibetan highlands. Also, one needs to get trekking permit from Department of Immigration in Kathmandu or Pokhara to visit this fascinating region

The highlight of Dolpa Region

Among the major National Parks of Nepal, The Dolpa trekking includes “Shey Phoksundo National Park”. The notable features seen here are snowy mountains, remote villages, rich wildlife, lovely Buddhist monasteries and wonderful lakes. Likewise, “Shey Phoksundo Lake” is another famous feature of this region which is the deepest lake at high altitude in Nepal. The Shey Phoksunda lake is totally free of aquatic life, which the crystal waters clearly demonstrate. In addition, this region offers immaculate snowy peaks, ancient and isolated villages, and a pristine Buddhist monastery, and plentiful wildlife (blue sheep, mountain goat, jackal, wolf and snow leopard). Dolpo region preserves Eco-system that encompasses a wild and wonderful variety of flora and fauna. This is a land where life still revolves around horses, mules, and yaks. That is why this region is described as one of the world’s “Natural Hidden Wonders”.