Lower Dolpo Trek

Lower Dolpo Trek

Trip Overview

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Key Information

Trip Length

18 days

Activities

Trekking

Difficulty

Moderate to Strenuous

Max Elevation

5,070m/16633ft.Baga La

Meal

Breakfast/Lunch/Dinner

Accommodation

Hotel/ Tent

Transportation

Flight

Best Month

April - November

Group Size

02 Minimum/12 Maximum

Lower Dolpo Trek is an adventurous trek which offers an impressive experience of trekking in one of the remote yet naturally wealthy region of the Himalayas. The 18 days lower Dolpo Trek presents the trekkers to explore the pristine natural beauty along with the ancient culture and lifestyle.  The lower Dolpo trek is exquisite due to some features like arid landscape, largest national park, rich wildlife, highest waterfall, rustic villages, turquoise lake, high passes, ancient sacred monasteries, fortified gompas and sparkling mountains. Shey Phoksundo Lake, High passes, and panoramic view of Dhaulagiri are the major highlights trekkers enjoy the most during the lower Dolpo Trek. The trek is also an opportunity to experience the camp trek in the most diverse region of the country.Blessed with the pristine natural beauty, the region is true blessing for the trekkers to enjoy the unspoiled nature, culture and tradition. The people who are the descendants of Tibetan origin are still following the Tibetan culture, tradition or lifestyle and have preserved the Tibetan religion as well as Bon religion.

The people of this region are untouched and unaffected by modern world despite being one of the famous trekking destinations. The people are so amiable, humble and kind who still follow the traditional business of salt trading on the Yak caravans. To preserve the simplicity, tradition and beauty of the region, trekkers need special permit card to trek in this region.

The trek begins from Kathmandu to Nepalgunj on flight and then we have to take another flight to Juphal; the only airport that serves the entire Karnali Province and Dolpo district. From Juphal, the trail traces lower Dolpo through the alpine forest, agricultural field and traditional villages like Dunai, Tarakot, Nawarpani along Bheri River to the high hamlet of the region Dho Tarap. After dwelling and exploring at the highest hamlet Dho Tarap (4,090m/13,415ft), the trail crosses through the two passes Numa La (5,309m/17,420ft) and Baga La (5,170m/16,980ft) with the pristine view of Dhaulagiri, Shey Shikhar, Kugung La and Khyung La. From the high passes, we meander through the ancient trading route, pass the meadow and waterfall on the way to the Shey Phoksundo. After exploring the stupendous natural beauty of the lake, the trail drops down to Shyangta and Juphal for the return flight to Nepalgunj and then after Kathmandu.

We offer a full Dolpo trekking package includes flights, permits, your guide, chef, local porters and donkeys, meals, sturdy tent accommodation, and safe drinking water.

Outline Itinerary

  • Day 01 Arrive Kathmandu (1,300m/4,264ft). MMT staff will meet and transfer you to your hotel.
  • Day 02 Kathmandu valley sightseeing and trek preparation
  • Day 03 Kathmandu – Nepalgunj (152m/500ft), transfer to Hotel: 35 min flight
  • Day 04 Nepalgunj – Juphal (2,320m/7,610ft) – Dunai (2,850m/9,348ft), 25min flight, 2-3 hrs trek
  • Day 05 Juphal – Tarakot (2,543m/8,341ft), 5-6 hrs
  • Day 06 Tarakot – Laini (3,160 m/10,365 ft), 6-7 hrs
  • Day 07 Laini – Nawarpani (3,545m/11,627 ft), 4-5 hrs
  • Day 08 Nawarpani – Do Tarap (4,090m/13,415ft), 7-8 hrs
  • Day 09 Do Tarap: acclimatisation and exploration day. Visit the Bön and Buddhist monasteries.
  • Day 10 Do Tarap – Numa La Base Camp (4,440m/14,563 ft), 4-5 hrs
  • Day 11 Numa La BC – Numa La (5,309m/17,420ft) – Pelung Tang (Danigar, 4465m/14,645 ft): 6-7 hrs
  • Day 12 Pelung Tang – Baga La (5,170m/16,980ft) – Dajok Tang (4,080m/13,382ft): 5-6 hrs
  • Day 13 Dajok Tang – Ringmo Gaon / Phoksundo Lake (3,600m/11,808ft), 3-4 hrs
  • Day 14 Phoksundo Tal: rest and exploration day.
  • Day 15 Phoksundo Tal – Shyangta (2,520m/8,265 ft), 5-6 hrs
  • Day 16 Shyangta – Juphal (2,320m/7,610ft), 5-6 hrs.
  • Day 17 Juphal – Nepalgunj – Kathmandu (1,300m/4,264 ft), 25min and 35 min flights
  • Day 18 Final Departure

Itinerary Detail

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Day 1 : Arrive Kathmandu

Our Mountain Mart Trekking Company Airport Representative will meet you outside the Terminal Hall. Please, look for our Treks and Expeditions play card. Transfer to hotel, introduce your trekking guide and check the necessities. Afternoon stroll Tourist colourful market Thamel down town. 

Food
Dinner
Accomodation
Hotel
Elevation
1300
Day 2 : Full day Kathmandu City excursion

After breakfast, proceed for sightseeing tours to world heritage sites of Pashupatinath Temple-the holiest Hindu Temple on the bank of sacred Bagmati River, Bodhanath Stupa-the biggest Buddhist Stupa architecture in the world!  Patan Durbar Square is the oldest city in the Kathmandu valley with age old tradition also called Lalitpur-the city of fine arts. The visit covers the Durbar Square, the Krishna temple, the Kumbheswore temple, the Golden temple and many more. Swayambhunath Stupa-the 2000 years old legendary stupa on the hillock also nick-named as monkey temple. Your day tour ends Kathmandu Durbar Square Showcasing living goddess Kumari Temple, Nautale Durbar, the Kaal Bhairav, the Swet Bhairav, the freak Street and more.

Food
Breakfast
Accomodation
Hotel
Elevation
1300
Day 3 : Fly from Kathmandu to Nepalgunj (152m/498ft) and transfer to Hotel

We take an hour's flight from Kathmandu to Nepalgunj in Western Nepal. Nepalgunj which is a border town near Nepal-India border is the gateway to Simikot of Humla. The town itself is an interesting Terai business hub of Nepal with influences from both the Nepal hills and plains as well as local Hindu & Muslim cultures. Some sightseeing places in Nepalgunj include Mini Zoo, Muslim bazaar, or if possible and interested take a walk into nearby villages. We have to also make preparation for tomorrow's flight to Juphal. 

Food
Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Accomodation
Lodge
Elevation
152
Day 4 : Fly Nepalgunj - Juphal (2,320m/7,610ft), trek to Dunai (2,850m/9,348ft): 35 min, 2-3 hrs

After an early breakfast, we take a morning flight to Juphal. A 45 minutes flight over the high mountains brings you at Juphal over the Himalayan foothills, with the views of Annapurna and Dhaulagiri peaks to the north. On arriving at Juphal our trekking staffs receive you. Our first day adventure begins through the terraced fields to the Bheri River and the narrow gorge taking 2-3 hours to camp at Dunai. Dunai is the administrative headquarter of the Dolpo region. Explore Dunai in the evening.

Food
Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Accomodation
Lodge
Elevation
2850
Day 5 : Dunai - Tarakot (2,543m/8,341ft): 5-6 hrs

After breakfast, our trek continues along the south bank of the river heading upstream on a good trail, deep gorges, hanging bridges and isolated villages. A tremendous gorge with pine trees and an ingenious path built about 7 meter above the river. The colorful terraced field of Tarakot greets us eventually. Tarakot is an old fortress town built by the local people as Dzong or fort. The village stands on a hillock to the south of Bheri River at one time supervised collection of tolls for the trading caravans.

Food
Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Accomodation
Lodge
Elevation
2543
Day 6 : Tarakot - Laini {3,160 m/10,365 ft): 6-7 hrs

We resume our walk following the Tarap chu river upstream, crossing a suspension bridge to open lunch spot.The famed Sandul Gompa lies farther east from Tarakot and at the junction of Barbung khola and Tarup chu Rriver. The path leads through the farm terraces and rural villages.  After a few ups and downs, finally encounter river bed to reach our overnight camp at Laini.

Food
Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Accomodation
Lodge
Elevation
3160
Day 7 : Laini - Nawarpani (3,545m/11,627 ft): 5 hrs

After breakfast, we continue walking up to the gorge of the Tarap River, rising high above on a trail built out from steep slopes. The walk is quite exciting as the valley becomes narrow gorge that in some places you can jump from one side to another. Descend to Chyugur Khola. Sometimes the path vanishes for a while, making our own path across stone slabs fitted on logs in between the walls which act as a bridge.

Food
Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Accomodation
Lodge
Elevation
3545
Day 8 : Laini - Do Tarap (4,090m/13,415ft): 7-8 hrs

Our morning walk begins after breakfast with a gradual up leading us at Kamattarka at the confluence of the Tarap Chu and Lang Khola, a stream flowing from the east. After few hours of nice morning walk leaving the narrow gorge, from here the path leads just above tree lines for juniper bush and wild rose, typical of dry inner Himalayan valleys. Another 3 hours or more walk brings us to the village of Dho Tarap surrounded by an irregular stone wall. In this Valley both Bön Po and Chaiba sects reside together. Tarap is also inhabited by a few Tibetans and mostly Magars who have lived here for many generations.  

Food
Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Accomodation
Lodge
Elevation
4090
Day 9 : Rest Day at Do Tarap for acclimatization

We spend a rest day in Do Tarap for gradually getting used to the altitude. Explore villages, monasteries and enjoy the surrounding breathtaking views.  Make friends with the locals who have hardly seen westerners. The Dolpo people wear home spun clothing that is sometimes dyed maroon and they favour Tibetan style somba or dhocha (boots with upturned toes) for foot wear. Both men and women often wear religious amulets and strings of coral, amber and turquoise. The people of the region are both Bön po and Nyingmapa of Buddhist sect. The Buddhist Gompa is nearby to the camp while the Bön Gompa (pre Buddhist) is about half an hour's walk.

Food
Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Accomodation
Lodge
Elevation
4090
Day 10 : Do Tarap - Numa La Base Camp (4440m/14,563 ft): 6-7 hrs

After a wonderful time at Do Tarap, our journey continues towards upper Tarap valley, the walk follows in this plain valley with patched of lush verdant grass on both sides of the river, which is completely different from other parts of inner Dolpo. The trek on this pleasant track leads by the Tarap Chu upstream all the way. Tarap is certainly a dream valley with vast plains in high mountains.  A few hours' good walk takes us to the village of Tokyu, it has a monastery belonging to the Chiba sect. After visit this village our walk continues further up this valley climbing up the rough track for almost another three hours to reach our overnight camp beneath the Numa-la.

Food
Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Accomodation
Lodge
Elevation
4440
Day 11 : Cross Numa La (5,190m/17,023ft), and camp at Baga La Phedi(4465m/14,645 ft): 6-7 hrs

This is one of the long and difficult days during the trek. After breakfast our journey continues to crossing of Numa La pass at 5,190m, the track leads to steep climb all the way to the top ridge of Numa la with great views of the surrounding landscapes. An incredible panoramic view of the barren mountains of Dolpo up to the Dhaulagiri (8167m).  After getting to the top of Numa La we will descend to camp at Pelung Tang

Food
Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Accomodation
Lodge
Elevation
4465
Day 12 : Cross Baga La (5,070m/16,630ft) and camp Dajok Tang (4,080m/13,382ft): 6 hrs

After breakfast, our morning trek starts with a steep climb to reach the ridge top of Baga-la at 5,070m, which offers fantastic views of the surrounding landscapes and of the distant snow capped peaks of Kanjirowa Himal range, after a glorious moment at the pass, almost three hours of downhill walk takes to the Dajok Tang for overnight.

Food
Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Accomodation
Lodge
Elevation
4080
Day 13 : Trek to Ringmo (3,600m/11,808ft): 3-4 hrs

Our morning trek starts through the pine forest, on leaving the forest behind the country and the vegetation changes for pasture field and alpine shrubs most of the way to Ringmo on the gradual slopes with few ups and downs as we reach our final destination at Ringmo.

Food
Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Accomodation
Lodge
Elevation
3600
Day 14 : Rest Day at Ringmo village in Phoksundo Lake

A rest and exploration day. And of course we sit right on the shore of the spectacular Phoksundo Lake: remember the harrowing scene in 'Himalaya' when Thinley's yak caravan attempted the 'Devil's Trail'. Yak caravans will be heading in and out of Ringmo on their way north towards the border of Tibet, and our most northerly destinations, Saldang and Thinje. This is the pleasant day free from the hassle of packing and chance to visit the nearby Tibetan Buddhist monastery is well worth a visit, as is the village of Ringmo. A walk part way round the lake is also very enjoyable and relaxing. This is a great day exploring the lake areas and the crystal serene Lake of Phoksundo with a great views. 

Food
Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Accomodation
Lodge
Elevation
3600
Day 15 : Phoksundo Lake - Shyangta (2520m/8265 ft): 5-6 hrs

Today’s trek leads downhill to Chepka. From Chepka the trail follows the massive overhanging rock. We find many important medicinal mineral which is believed to cure almost anything in this area. The route then passes through the villages, before climbing to Shyangta.

Food
Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Accomodation
Lodge
Elevation
2520
Day 16 : Shyangta - Juphal (2,320m/7,610ft): 5-6 hrs

Following the trail gently sloping upwards, we march towards Juphal via Sulighat. We meet tall birch trees on our way. From atop the ridge, we can have the most spectacular views of the mountain and Juphal below. Utmost caution is required while trekking along this trail. After reaching Juphal, we can spend our afternoon exploring the busy market town or simply pursuing whatever we feel like.

Food
Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Accomodation
Lodge
Elevation
2320
Day 17 : Fly Juphal – Nepalgunj - Kathmandu

We take a flight from Juphal to Nepalgunj. On reaching Nepalgunj, we return to Kathmandu on the next available flight. Upon arrival in Kathmandu, you will be transferred to your hotel. There is nothing to do but trade emails with travel companions and organize the photos. You can spend the evening leisurely, perhaps catch up on some last minute shopping and celebrate dinner together with Himalayan Glacier Trekking staffs. 

Food
Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Accomodation
Hotel
Elevation
1300
Day 18 : Final departure

Transfer to international airport and fly to onward destination.

Food
Breakfast

What Is Included ?

  • All airport/Hotel transfers
  • Tourist standard Hotel in Kathmandu for 3 nights with breakfast 
  • City Tour by private transport 
  • All necessary paper work and permits (Lower Dolpa Restricted Area Permit )
  • Flight Kathmandu/Nepalgunj-Juphal-Nepalgunj-Kathmandu
  • 2 star Hotel in Nepalgunj 
  • Full meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner on your choice
  • Hot drinks (Tea & Coffee)
  • All mountain accommodation i tent
  • An experienced English-speaking Govt. registered trekking guide, Trekking cook, kitchen boy, assistant guide and Sherpa porters to carry luggage (1 trekkers: 3 porters)
  • Guide, cook and support staff salary, insurance, equipment, flight, food and lodging
  • A comprehensive medical kit
  • All government and local taxes
  • Trekking equipment such as down filled sleeping bag, walking poles and duffel bag

What Is Excluded?

  • Meals in Kathmandu 
  • City entrance fees  
  • Travel Insurance and evacuation 
  • Tipping 

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2025-03-02
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2025-04-02
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2025-04-08
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2025-04-10
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2025-04-12
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2025-05-02
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2025-06-01
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2025-06-08
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2025-06-22
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2025-06-29
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2025-07-01
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Additional Information

Trip Information Section

Meals

Eating is a big part of Holiday. Travelling with Mountain Mart Trek, you experience the vast array of wonderful food Nepalese, Chinese, Continental, Italian and several local cuisines. Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner are included in the package. Your guide will suggest delicious, hygienic and each place special food during your trip. Mountain restaurant owner prefer not to order many dishes and waste food as they would like to cater more trekkers with limited food before run off stuck. Its a week or more days hard work to porters and caravans to bring food to these places. During this trek you will usually have breakfast and dinner at the same Lodge, lunch will be eaten at one of the trail side restaurants en-route.

Accommodation

A Tea House is the combination of guest house, restaurant, and social hang out. Private rooms are available in most Tea Houses, except for high altitudes ones where it will be just dormitories. The lodges are fairly basic. The rooms are spare with twin beds and very little additional furniture. Blankets are generally provided. There is a large dining room-cum-lounge, warmed by the bukhara stove (an iron cylinder, fitted with a chimney duct, in which a log fire is lighted. There is normally no electric lighting in the rooms unless the village has hydroelectric power. The dining room usually hassolar lighting.
Most teahouses now also have electricity for charging small appliances - mobile phones and cameras - and there may be a small charge for this.

Drinking water:

Mountain Mart Trek provides unlimited chlorine/Iodine treated water during the trek. All tea houses have mineral water and boiled water for trekkers upon additional cost. We discourage the purchase of Mineral water and bottled water while on the Trek as plastic bottles aredifficult to dispose off and have become an environmental problem

Route Map

Mountain Mart Trek offers you complementary route map and T-shirt

What to take

This is a very active trip, meaning you will be on the move most of the time, so pack as lightly as possible. We provide one porter for every two travellers; your trekking gear will be carried by the porter in a duffel bag that we will provide. The maximum the porters are allowed to carry 15 kgs per trekker means 30 kgs from 2 trekkers . Unnecessary luggage can left in Kathmandu Hotel and its absolutely free of cost. .

Important to note:

Please read the Checklist section of this trip notes for additional details of what you need to bring for the trek on this trip. You will need to bring a comfortable medium sized day pack to carry the things that you will need during the day. This should have a waist strap or (better) a padded waist belt. The weather is subject to change in high altitude so layered clothing is recommended throughout the year.

Booking Terms and Conditions

Please, read MMT’s ‘Terms and Conditions’ carefully prior to trip booking

Trekking or Mountaineering in the higher elevation of the Himalayas is one of the most adventurous endeavors which inherit the risk of AMS or injuries or even death. MMT is always concern regarding the comfort, safety and health of trekkers while meandering in higher altitude. We contribute great effort to reduce or control the risk and hazard; but sometime nature’s curse or fluctuate climate in Himalayas is beyond our control and we are not responsible for it.
If you are a keen adventure lover and are ready to follow the hereby mentioned Terms and Conditions then you are heartily welcome at MMT office, Kaldhara-marg, Paknajol, Thamel, Kathmandu, Nepal.

BOOKING TERMS AND CONDITIONS:

1. All the bookings of the packages are dealt with Mountain Mart Treks and Expedition which is an authorized adventure company based in capital of Nepal: Kathmandu.

2. The term ‘Trip’ formally refers to walking, sightseeing, treks, tours, mountaineering, expeditions or holiday in the mystical land, Nepal.
3. MMT faithfully offers all the amenities in the estimated price of the package.
4. Please go through itinerary page or trek inclusion page for the detail information of the cost transparency. The trek cost may vary from one package to another and some packages don’t include the cost of the following:

  • Personal travel insurance, medical assistance and helicopter evacuation.
  • Visa, Passport and transit point expenses.
  •  Extra meals, entertainment activities, accommodation, transportation costs are not included in the itinerary.
  • Laundry, postal, medicine, clothing, gears and personal expenses.
  • Tips and excess baggage charge.

 5. The travelers must pay 20% upfront out of the total trip cost for the trip conformation.
6. You can pay the booking conformation amount either by credit card and wire transfer, both payment option subject to charge additional bank service fees upto 4% on top of the sum.
7. The trip will be booked once the payment is made by the travelers. We will send you the conformation letter through online and assure to provide all the service detail as mentioned in the itinerary.
8. The final payment must be submitted at the MMT office before the tip departure. Otherwise, you will not be legitimate for trip and no final documentation will be disclosed before the payment.
09. Regarding trip cancellation, we entertain free trip cancellation service upon submission of trustable reason before 90 days of the departure date upon adequate evidence and written reasons.    
10. If you cancel the trip 60 days prior to the departure date then 75% cancellation fee will be levied from the booking amount.
11. 85% cancellation fee will be levied if you cancel the trip before 30 days of the trip departure date.
12. The company will be unable to refund the earlier paid (20%) booking payment if you cancel the trek prior to 15 days of the departure date.
13. There will be no payment refund if you voluntarily leave or cancel the trip once it is started; but if you are forced to leave due to unforeseen immediate circumstances then payment can be refunded after proper discretion.
14. We guarantee your safe and successful trip; however, the company reserves the authority to cancel the trip if there will be no minimum number (2) of travelers. In this condition, company will postpone or manage alternative trip.
15. If the company cancels the trip due to any unforeseen circumstances which are beyond our control (i.e. natural disaster, flight cancellation, strikes, wars, riots, quarantine, government intervention policy, weather condition), we will refund after deduction of minimum operating cost involved.
16. If you want to change your booking date, the booking amendment request must be made 90 days prior to the original trip departure.
17. If trekkers demand to change the departure date prior to 60 days of the final departure, US $ 50.00 per person will be charged as cancelation fee. The charge of the trip may also be increased if the market price soars higher during the postponed trip date.
18. The policy of our company is: Trekkers must have insurance policy contract if they want to trek with MMT. The policy must feature: medical coverage, air ambulance, helicopter evacuation facility, as well as flight cancellation insurance if possible.
19. Mountain Mart Treks and Expedition organizes various adventurous trips which have high risk factor and demand more physical stamina plus training. If you can’t accomplish the trek due to your physical inability or sickness, we are not obliged to refund the payment.
20. There may appear hindrance, obstacles or circumstances like: political riot, insurgency, accident, climate change, or natural disasters during the course of trip. Make sure you are ready to deal with all these problems.
21. The trip route, accommodation, modes of transport may be changed without prior notice due to the unforeseen circumstances. It is for your convenience and safety, so hope you will display flexible human nature in this context.
22. While changing the route, transportation, accommodation, or itinerary due to above circumstances, we may charge additional cost or lessen the cost as per the total expenses of the entire trek.
23. MMT holds all the authority to decline, accept, detain or retain any members of the trip if we find anyone suspicious or indiscipline. If you want to trek with MMT, you must accept our leadership during the whole trip.
24. MMT has contracted with network of companies, government of Nepal, individuals to assist the travelers during the trip. These third parties are qualified to perform their duties as contracted. We are not liable in case of loss, damage, irregularities if the third parties don’t perform their duties properly.
25. MMT is not responsible for the violation of any law or rules committed by the travelers in any country.
26. This agreement is governed by the laws of the Government of Nepal. No any individual: employees, representatives, guides of the company can alter the terms and conditions.
27. These terms and conditions may only be waived in special circumstances with written application to the director. Only the director of the company has all the right to amend them.
28. Travelers must be physically and mentally fit for the trekking. It is compulsory to bring health certificates along with proper legal documents for trip approval, if asked.
29. If the flight is cancelled or get delayed due to fluctuate climate or any other causes, MMT is not responsible for the extra expenses or compensation. We can manage alternative arrangement on special request which may demand other extra cost.
30. We have displayed the authentic, genuine and accurate information on our official website and brochure. If any mistake, incomplete or wrong information is seen, please inform us on time.
31. Please read all the above mentioned ‘Terms and Conditions’ before making the bookings. You must abide these conditions if you fancy to trek in the Himalayas with Mountain Mart Treks (MMT)

Download Nepal VISA form (.pdf)

Foreigners other than Indian citizen, who intend to visit Nepal must hold a valid passport prior to applying for a Nepal visa. The passport must have six months validity from the date of arrival. Foreigners can obtain a Nepalese visa upon arrival at Kathmandu airport, or at a border immigration office. One recent copy of a passport size color photo is required to apply for Tourist Visa to Nepal. Mountain Mart Trek has listed Nepal visa information tips for travelers to Nepal.

Tourist visas shall be granted for a maximum period of 150 days in a visa year (January to December)

A foreigner who has departed before the expiry of the period specified in the visa issued in a visa year shall not be allowed to use the visa by adding the remaining period to another visa year. If any foreigner who has entered Nepal towards the end of a visa year desires to extend his/her stay into the new visa year, he/she may do so by purchasing another visa for the New Year. Provided, however, that the computation of the fees for such period shall be made on the basis of the total period of the stay.

An application for a Tourist Visa must be submitted in the format referred to in Appendix 1.

A Nepali visa issued abroad is valid for entry for three to six months from the date of issue. True -

Tourist Visa Exceptions

Citizens of the following countries should be issue visa in their own country to Nepal embassy and consulate.

Afghanistan, Cameroon, Ethiopia, Ghana, Iraq, Liberia, Nigeria, Palestine, Somalia, Zimbabwe.

Entry

No foreigners except Indians are entitled to Nepal without a valid visa.

Visas can be obtained from the following immigration offices in Nepal:

  • Tribhuvan International Airport, Kathmandu
  • Kakarvitta, Jhapa (Eastern Nepal)
  • Birganj, Parsa (Central Nepal)
  • Kodari, Sindhupalchowk (Northern Border)
  • Belhiya, Bhairahawa (Rupandehi, Western Nepal)
  • Jamuna, Nepalgunj (Banke, Mid Western Nepal)
  • Mohana, Dhangadhi (Kailali, Far Western Nepal)
  • Gaddachauki, Mahendranagar (Kanchanpur, Far Western Nepal)

Visa Application Forms

A copy of the Visa Form is available for use at the end of this document that avoids you long queue to pick up the Nepal visa form at the international airport.

Visa Fees

The fees payable only in USD dollars for obtaining a visa on arrival at any border are as follows:

  1. A Tourist Visa with Multiple Entry for 15 days: US$ 25 payable only in USD dollars.
  2. A Tourist Visa with Multiple Entry for 30 days: US$ 40 payable only in USD dollars
  3. A Tourist Visa with Multiple Entry for 90 days: US$ 100 payable only in USD dollars
  4. Regardless of the provisions stated in points E1 and E2 above: Tourists with passports from South Asian
    Association for Regional Cooperation (SAARC) countries (Bangladesh, Bhutan, India, Maldives, Pakistan
    and Sri Lanka) are not required to pay visa fees for a 30 day visa.
  5. Indian citizens do not require a visa to enter into Nepal.

Visa Extension Fees

The fees payable (only in local Nepali currency) to extend the duration of your stay, or to renew a visa are:

  1. US$ 2 equivalent, in Nepali currency, per day of the extension period.
  2. An additional US$ 20 or equivalent, in Nepali currency, is payable on a single-entry visa in F1 if a MultipleEntry facility is requested for the extended period.
  3. If foreign visitors failed to renew their visa and need to do so at an exit point, they have to pay an additional equivalent to US$ 3, in Nepalese currency, on the regular visa extension fee.
  4. Foreign visitors who have overstayed their visa period of 150 days without extension are required to pay an additional visa fee as per provision in F3, plus a fine as specified in Clause 10 sun-clause 4 of the immigration Act 2049.
  5. Regardless of the provision stated in F1: 15 days is counted as a minimum extension period and the visa fee is charged accordingly. For an extension period of more than 15 days, the visa fee is charged as per the provision of F1.
  6. A tourist visa can be extended for up to a maximum period of 150 days in a single visa year (Jan. – Dec.).
    It is cheaper to purchase a 30 day visa at the point of entry and then to extend it, for 15 days or more at the Central Immigration Office in Kathmandu or Pokhara unless you are staying for 90 days or more

    For an extension to a visa you will need two additional passport photographs for each extension.

Transit Visa

A transit visa for one day can be obtained from Nepal's immigration offices at an entry point upon the production of a departure flight ticket via Tribhuvan International Airport in Kathmandu. The fee is US$ 5 or equivalent convertible currency. A transit visa may not be extended.

A Nepali Visa can be obtained from Nepal Embassy / Consulate Offices in your country, or upon arrival at Kathmandu airport. It is also possible to obtain the visa from other border points of entry. You'll need 1 passport photo each time.

For foreign investors, a business visa with a multiple entry facility for a period of one year or five years can be obtained from the Department of Immigration on the recommendation of the Department of Industry and Commerce by paying US$ 100 and US$ 250 or equivalent convertible foreign or Nepali currency.

Note: While we try to make the information contained herein as accurate as possible, we accept no responsibility for any loss, disruption or inconvenience sustained by anyone using this information.

Important Information to Visitors

Foreign visitors are requested to keep a note of the dates on their Nepalese visa and their passport number to avoid possible problems. Visa extensions need to be applied for, within the valid period of the Nepalese visa.

You are requested to ensure that you get the arrival/departure stamps on your passport at the entry /exit points to avoid possible legal complications.

Living in Nepal without a passport or a valid visa is a punishable offence.

Deviation from the prescribed trekking routes mentioned on your trekking permit will be treated as a violation of the law.

You are advised to be aware of brokers/cheaters and counterfeit documents or visa/trekking permits to avoid legal complications.

Change of purpose of your stay without permission is not allowed and employment or voluntary services while on a tourist visa is strictly prohibited. It will be a punishable offence.

Be certain to register at the police and Immigration check points along any trail. It would be wise to register your trekking destination and schedule at your Embassy or Consulate.

If you encounter problems along the trails, immediately inform the nearest police or Immigration post officials.

You are requested to change money with recognized dealers and do not forget to take and keep formal receipts.

You are requested to inform the officials at an Immigration Office or Police Station of any changes in the address previously given in your visa application form or disembarkation card, and within seven days.

If, as a tourist, your stay is more than 120 days in one visa year and you wish to visit additional places for longer than 24 hours, you must register at the local police office of such places, your name, passport number and address.

You are advised to be mindful to contact the Department of Immigration to request a visa transfer in the case of getting a new passport or travel document from your embassy, and within seven days.

Passport and trekking permits should be kept by each trekker while trekking.

Filming in restricted or notified areas without permission is strictly prohibited.

Please do not take out the visa stickers from your passport and do not try to change records printed in your passport.

We request your co-operation in observing the following guidelines during your stay in Nepal. Respect local traditions, customs, values and sentiments, help to protect local culture and maintain local pride.

  1. Respect privacy while taking photographs.
  2. Respect holy places.
  3. Refrain from giving money to children as it will encourage begging.
  4. Respecting local etiquette will earn you respect.
    Let the Himalayas change you – do not change them: so remember while you are on trekking:
  5. Leave campsites cleaner than you have found them.
  6. Do not light open fires.
  7. Burn dry papers and packets in a safe place.
  8. Keep local water clean and avoid using pollutants.
  9. Plants should be left to flourish in their natural environment.
  10. Help your guides and porters to follow conservation measures.
  11. Protect the natural environment.

Information for Indian Citizens

Indian citizens are permitted to travel in Nepal provided they have any one of the following documents:

Passport; Driving license with photograph; Identity card with photograph issued by a governmental body; Ration card with photograph; Voter identity card with photograph; Registration certificate issued by the Indian embassy to Indian citizens residing in Nepal; Ad hoc/temporary identity cards issued by the Indian embassy to the Indian citizen in the event of exigency; Document with photograph and setting out identity, issued by the sub-divisional magistrate or authority there above.

General Information

Department of Immigration
Kalikasthan, Dillibazar, Kathmandu.
Tel : 977 - 01 - 4433934 / 4429660 / 4438862 / 4438868
Fax : 977 - 01 - 4433935
Email : mail@nepalimmigration.gov.np
Web : http://nepalimmigration.gov.np/

Office Hours

Sunday to Thursday 10:30 a.m. - 17:00 p.m. in Summer
  10:30 a.m. - 16:00 p.m. in Winter (Nov. to Jan.)
Friday 10:30 a.m. -15:00 p.m.

Visa Application Hours

Sunday to Thursday 10:30 a.m. - 15:00 p.m.
Friday 10:30 a.m. - 13:00 p.m.

Note: All of the information above is based on information from the Department of Immigration of Nepal’s office and may be found on their website.

Trekking cards and Permits for Conservation Areas, National Parks and Restricted Areas

All trekkers are required to carry a Trekkers' Information Management System card (TIMS card). It is available from the Tourist Services Centre in Kathmandu: Sun – Fri 10:00 – 13:00 and 14:00 – 17:00. It is free, but requires two passport photographs. (Trekking agencies provide the cards for their clients.) Show it at check points on trekking routes.

Trekking Permits are required for all treks that pass through Conservation Areas or National Parks.

Conservation Area permits can be purchased at the Tourist Services Centre for Rs 2000 plus two photographs.

National Park entry tickets cost Rs 3000 and require no photograph. Purchase at the Department of National Parks and Wildlife Conservation office Sun – Fri 09:00 – 14:00 only (next to the Tourist Services office).

Restricted Area Permits are required mainly for camping style trekking in remote areas near the Tibetan border – for which a guide is strongly recommended. They can only be purchased for two or more trekkers. The permits are issued by the Central Immigration Office, require two working days, your original passports (not facsimiles) and two photographs. Costs range from US$10/week to US$500/10 days plus substantial additional amounts for each additional day. These will be procured by your chosen trekking agency. Offices are open daily, but with restricted hours on Saturdays.

Tourist Visa

The foreign tourist visiting Nepal shall be granted the tourist visa.

The tourist visa shall be granted for a period in maximum of 150 days in a visa year (Visa years means January to December).

A tourist who has departed before the expiry of the period specified in the visa issued in a visa year shall not be allowed to use the visa by adding the remaining period to another visa year.

If any foreigner who has entered into Nepal towards the end of a visa year desires to spend even the period during which he may stay in Nepal with the tourist visa of the other visa year, he may use such facility.

Provided, however, that the computation of the fees for such period shall be made on the basis of the total period of his stay.

Note: Above information is based on Department of Immigration of Nepal office.

  • Reading/writing material
  • First-aid kit; should contain lip salve, Aspirin, Band Aids, anti-histamine, Imodium or similar tablets for mild cases of diarrhea
  • Re-hydration powder, extra prescription drugs you may be taking if any particular
  • Wet wipes for cleaning can be purchased in Kathmandu.
  • Health requirements arranged
  • Money: cash/credit card
  • Down Sleeping bag provided by Mountain Mart Trek in Kathmandu 
  • Light weight Towel
  • Day pack (25-30 liter) to carry your personal needs during the day
  • Torch/flashlight - headlamp style is ideal
  • Insect repellent, sunscreen and lip balm
  • Refillable water bottle - Min 1 Liter Aluminum or Nalgene polypropylene are best
  • Warm Hat
  • Sunhat/bandana
  • Sunglasses
  • Gloves - wool or fleeced and gore tex
  • Scarf
  • Bag Liners to waterproof your bags (A duffel bag is provided to each trekker for trekking by MMT in Kathmandu)
  • Sewing Kit
  • Wind and waterproof Jacket & Pants
  • Comfortable and sturdy walking shoes (worn frequently prior to departure)
  • Socks: thick wool blend and thin cotton to be worn in combination - ensure boots fit such combination
  • Running shoes or sandals for evening
  • Wool jumper/sweater/fleece. Lightweight during summer, 1 heavyweight or 2 lightweights during winter months.
  • T Shirts 2 or 3
  • Shirt - Long Sleeved
  • Pants - lightweight long trousers (jeans are unsuitable)
  • Thermals upper and lower
  • Extra warm clothing during winter (December to March) layered clothing - thermals.

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Lower Dolpo Trek - 18 Days

Lower Dolpo Trek

Trip Overview

  • Best price guaranteed
  • No booking fees

Key Information

Trip Length

18 days

Activities

Trekking

Difficulty

Moderate to Strenuous

Max Elevation

5,070m/16633ft.Baga La

Meal

Breakfast/Lunch/Dinner

Accommodation

Hotel/ Tent

Transportation

Flight

Best Month

April - November

Group Size

02 Minimum/12 Maximum

Lower Dolpo Trek is an adventurous trek which offers an impressive experience of trekking in one of the remote yet naturally wealthy region of the Himalayas. The 18 days lower Dolpo Trek presents the trekkers to explore the pristine natural beauty along with the ancient culture and lifestyle.  The lower Dolpo trek is exquisite due to some features like arid landscape, largest national park, rich wildlife, highest waterfall, rustic villages, turquoise lake, high passes, ancient sacred monasteries, fortified gompas and sparkling mountains. Shey Phoksundo Lake, High passes, and panoramic view of Dhaulagiri are the major highlights trekkers enjoy the most during the lower Dolpo Trek. The trek is also an opportunity to experience the camp trek in the most diverse region of the country.Blessed with the pristine natural beauty, the region is true blessing for the trekkers to enjoy the unspoiled nature, culture and tradition. The people who are the descendants of Tibetan origin are still following the Tibetan culture, tradition or lifestyle and have preserved the Tibetan religion as well as Bon religion.

The people of this region are untouched and unaffected by modern world despite being one of the famous trekking destinations. The people are so amiable, humble and kind who still follow the traditional business of salt trading on the Yak caravans. To preserve the simplicity, tradition and beauty of the region, trekkers need special permit card to trek in this region.

The trek begins from Kathmandu to Nepalgunj on flight and then we have to take another flight to Juphal; the only airport that serves the entire Karnali Province and Dolpo district. From Juphal, the trail traces lower Dolpo through the alpine forest, agricultural field and traditional villages like Dunai, Tarakot, Nawarpani along Bheri River to the high hamlet of the region Dho Tarap. After dwelling and exploring at the highest hamlet Dho Tarap (4,090m/13,415ft), the trail crosses through the two passes Numa La (5,309m/17,420ft) and Baga La (5,170m/16,980ft) with the pristine view of Dhaulagiri, Shey Shikhar, Kugung La and Khyung La. From the high passes, we meander through the ancient trading route, pass the meadow and waterfall on the way to the Shey Phoksundo. After exploring the stupendous natural beauty of the lake, the trail drops down to Shyangta and Juphal for the return flight to Nepalgunj and then after Kathmandu.

We offer a full Dolpo trekking package includes flights, permits, your guide, chef, local porters and donkeys, meals, sturdy tent accommodation, and safe drinking water.

Outline Itinerary

  • Day 01 Arrive Kathmandu (1,300m/4,264ft). MMT staff will meet and transfer you to your hotel.
  • Day 02 Kathmandu valley sightseeing and trek preparation
  • Day 03 Kathmandu – Nepalgunj (152m/500ft), transfer to Hotel: 35 min flight
  • Day 04 Nepalgunj – Juphal (2,320m/7,610ft) – Dunai (2,850m/9,348ft), 25min flight, 2-3 hrs trek
  • Day 05 Juphal – Tarakot (2,543m/8,341ft), 5-6 hrs
  • Day 06 Tarakot – Laini (3,160 m/10,365 ft), 6-7 hrs
  • Day 07 Laini – Nawarpani (3,545m/11,627 ft), 4-5 hrs
  • Day 08 Nawarpani – Do Tarap (4,090m/13,415ft), 7-8 hrs
  • Day 09 Do Tarap: acclimatisation and exploration day. Visit the Bön and Buddhist monasteries.
  • Day 10 Do Tarap – Numa La Base Camp (4,440m/14,563 ft), 4-5 hrs
  • Day 11 Numa La BC – Numa La (5,309m/17,420ft) – Pelung Tang (Danigar, 4465m/14,645 ft): 6-7 hrs
  • Day 12 Pelung Tang – Baga La (5,170m/16,980ft) – Dajok Tang (4,080m/13,382ft): 5-6 hrs
  • Day 13 Dajok Tang – Ringmo Gaon / Phoksundo Lake (3,600m/11,808ft), 3-4 hrs
  • Day 14 Phoksundo Tal: rest and exploration day.
  • Day 15 Phoksundo Tal – Shyangta (2,520m/8,265 ft), 5-6 hrs
  • Day 16 Shyangta – Juphal (2,320m/7,610ft), 5-6 hrs.
  • Day 17 Juphal – Nepalgunj – Kathmandu (1,300m/4,264 ft), 25min and 35 min flights
  • Day 18 Final Departure

Itinerary Detail

Day 1 : Arrive Kathmandu

Our Mountain Mart Trekking Company Airport Representative will meet you outside the Terminal Hall. Please, look for our Treks and Expeditions play card. Transfer to hotel, introduce your trekking guide and check the necessities. Afternoon stroll Tourist colourful market Thamel down town. 

Food
Dinner
Accomodation
Hotel
Elevation
1300
Day 2 : Full day Kathmandu City excursion

After breakfast, proceed for sightseeing tours to world heritage sites of Pashupatinath Temple-the holiest Hindu Temple on the bank of sacred Bagmati River, Bodhanath Stupa-the biggest Buddhist Stupa architecture in the world!  Patan Durbar Square is the oldest city in the Kathmandu valley with age old tradition also called Lalitpur-the city of fine arts. The visit covers the Durbar Square, the Krishna temple, the Kumbheswore temple, the Golden temple and many more. Swayambhunath Stupa-the 2000 years old legendary stupa on the hillock also nick-named as monkey temple. Your day tour ends Kathmandu Durbar Square Showcasing living goddess Kumari Temple, Nautale Durbar, the Kaal Bhairav, the Swet Bhairav, the freak Street and more.

Food
Breakfast
Accomodation
Hotel
Elevation
1300
Day 3 : Fly from Kathmandu to Nepalgunj (152m/498ft) and transfer to Hotel

We take an hour's flight from Kathmandu to Nepalgunj in Western Nepal. Nepalgunj which is a border town near Nepal-India border is the gateway to Simikot of Humla. The town itself is an interesting Terai business hub of Nepal with influences from both the Nepal hills and plains as well as local Hindu & Muslim cultures. Some sightseeing places in Nepalgunj include Mini Zoo, Muslim bazaar, or if possible and interested take a walk into nearby villages. We have to also make preparation for tomorrow's flight to Juphal. 

Food
Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Accomodation
Lodge
Elevation
152
Day 4 : Fly Nepalgunj - Juphal (2,320m/7,610ft), trek to Dunai (2,850m/9,348ft): 35 min, 2-3 hrs

After an early breakfast, we take a morning flight to Juphal. A 45 minutes flight over the high mountains brings you at Juphal over the Himalayan foothills, with the views of Annapurna and Dhaulagiri peaks to the north. On arriving at Juphal our trekking staffs receive you. Our first day adventure begins through the terraced fields to the Bheri River and the narrow gorge taking 2-3 hours to camp at Dunai. Dunai is the administrative headquarter of the Dolpo region. Explore Dunai in the evening.

Food
Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Accomodation
Lodge
Elevation
2850
Day 5 : Dunai - Tarakot (2,543m/8,341ft): 5-6 hrs

After breakfast, our trek continues along the south bank of the river heading upstream on a good trail, deep gorges, hanging bridges and isolated villages. A tremendous gorge with pine trees and an ingenious path built about 7 meter above the river. The colorful terraced field of Tarakot greets us eventually. Tarakot is an old fortress town built by the local people as Dzong or fort. The village stands on a hillock to the south of Bheri River at one time supervised collection of tolls for the trading caravans.

Food
Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Accomodation
Lodge
Elevation
2543
Day 6 : Tarakot - Laini {3,160 m/10,365 ft): 6-7 hrs

We resume our walk following the Tarap chu river upstream, crossing a suspension bridge to open lunch spot.The famed Sandul Gompa lies farther east from Tarakot and at the junction of Barbung khola and Tarup chu Rriver. The path leads through the farm terraces and rural villages.  After a few ups and downs, finally encounter river bed to reach our overnight camp at Laini.

Food
Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Accomodation
Lodge
Elevation
3160
Day 7 : Laini - Nawarpani (3,545m/11,627 ft): 5 hrs

After breakfast, we continue walking up to the gorge of the Tarap River, rising high above on a trail built out from steep slopes. The walk is quite exciting as the valley becomes narrow gorge that in some places you can jump from one side to another. Descend to Chyugur Khola. Sometimes the path vanishes for a while, making our own path across stone slabs fitted on logs in between the walls which act as a bridge.

Food
Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Accomodation
Lodge
Elevation
3545
Day 8 : Laini - Do Tarap (4,090m/13,415ft): 7-8 hrs

Our morning walk begins after breakfast with a gradual up leading us at Kamattarka at the confluence of the Tarap Chu and Lang Khola, a stream flowing from the east. After few hours of nice morning walk leaving the narrow gorge, from here the path leads just above tree lines for juniper bush and wild rose, typical of dry inner Himalayan valleys. Another 3 hours or more walk brings us to the village of Dho Tarap surrounded by an irregular stone wall. In this Valley both Bön Po and Chaiba sects reside together. Tarap is also inhabited by a few Tibetans and mostly Magars who have lived here for many generations.  

Food
Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Accomodation
Lodge
Elevation
4090
Day 9 : Rest Day at Do Tarap for acclimatization

We spend a rest day in Do Tarap for gradually getting used to the altitude. Explore villages, monasteries and enjoy the surrounding breathtaking views.  Make friends with the locals who have hardly seen westerners. The Dolpo people wear home spun clothing that is sometimes dyed maroon and they favour Tibetan style somba or dhocha (boots with upturned toes) for foot wear. Both men and women often wear religious amulets and strings of coral, amber and turquoise. The people of the region are both Bön po and Nyingmapa of Buddhist sect. The Buddhist Gompa is nearby to the camp while the Bön Gompa (pre Buddhist) is about half an hour's walk.

Food
Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Accomodation
Lodge
Elevation
4090
Day 10 : Do Tarap - Numa La Base Camp (4440m/14,563 ft): 6-7 hrs

After a wonderful time at Do Tarap, our journey continues towards upper Tarap valley, the walk follows in this plain valley with patched of lush verdant grass on both sides of the river, which is completely different from other parts of inner Dolpo. The trek on this pleasant track leads by the Tarap Chu upstream all the way. Tarap is certainly a dream valley with vast plains in high mountains.  A few hours' good walk takes us to the village of Tokyu, it has a monastery belonging to the Chiba sect. After visit this village our walk continues further up this valley climbing up the rough track for almost another three hours to reach our overnight camp beneath the Numa-la.

Food
Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Accomodation
Lodge
Elevation
4440
Day 11 : Cross Numa La (5,190m/17,023ft), and camp at Baga La Phedi(4465m/14,645 ft): 6-7 hrs

This is one of the long and difficult days during the trek. After breakfast our journey continues to crossing of Numa La pass at 5,190m, the track leads to steep climb all the way to the top ridge of Numa la with great views of the surrounding landscapes. An incredible panoramic view of the barren mountains of Dolpo up to the Dhaulagiri (8167m).  After getting to the top of Numa La we will descend to camp at Pelung Tang

Food
Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Accomodation
Lodge
Elevation
4465
Day 12 : Cross Baga La (5,070m/16,630ft) and camp Dajok Tang (4,080m/13,382ft): 6 hrs

After breakfast, our morning trek starts with a steep climb to reach the ridge top of Baga-la at 5,070m, which offers fantastic views of the surrounding landscapes and of the distant snow capped peaks of Kanjirowa Himal range, after a glorious moment at the pass, almost three hours of downhill walk takes to the Dajok Tang for overnight.

Food
Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Accomodation
Lodge
Elevation
4080
Day 13 : Trek to Ringmo (3,600m/11,808ft): 3-4 hrs

Our morning trek starts through the pine forest, on leaving the forest behind the country and the vegetation changes for pasture field and alpine shrubs most of the way to Ringmo on the gradual slopes with few ups and downs as we reach our final destination at Ringmo.

Food
Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Accomodation
Lodge
Elevation
3600
Day 14 : Rest Day at Ringmo village in Phoksundo Lake

A rest and exploration day. And of course we sit right on the shore of the spectacular Phoksundo Lake: remember the harrowing scene in 'Himalaya' when Thinley's yak caravan attempted the 'Devil's Trail'. Yak caravans will be heading in and out of Ringmo on their way north towards the border of Tibet, and our most northerly destinations, Saldang and Thinje. This is the pleasant day free from the hassle of packing and chance to visit the nearby Tibetan Buddhist monastery is well worth a visit, as is the village of Ringmo. A walk part way round the lake is also very enjoyable and relaxing. This is a great day exploring the lake areas and the crystal serene Lake of Phoksundo with a great views. 

Food
Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Accomodation
Lodge
Elevation
3600
Day 15 : Phoksundo Lake - Shyangta (2520m/8265 ft): 5-6 hrs

Today’s trek leads downhill to Chepka. From Chepka the trail follows the massive overhanging rock. We find many important medicinal mineral which is believed to cure almost anything in this area. The route then passes through the villages, before climbing to Shyangta.

Food
Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Accomodation
Lodge
Elevation
2520
Day 16 : Shyangta - Juphal (2,320m/7,610ft): 5-6 hrs

Following the trail gently sloping upwards, we march towards Juphal via Sulighat. We meet tall birch trees on our way. From atop the ridge, we can have the most spectacular views of the mountain and Juphal below. Utmost caution is required while trekking along this trail. After reaching Juphal, we can spend our afternoon exploring the busy market town or simply pursuing whatever we feel like.

Food
Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Accomodation
Lodge
Elevation
2320
Day 17 : Fly Juphal – Nepalgunj - Kathmandu

We take a flight from Juphal to Nepalgunj. On reaching Nepalgunj, we return to Kathmandu on the next available flight. Upon arrival in Kathmandu, you will be transferred to your hotel. There is nothing to do but trade emails with travel companions and organize the photos. You can spend the evening leisurely, perhaps catch up on some last minute shopping and celebrate dinner together with Himalayan Glacier Trekking staffs. 

Food
Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Accomodation
Hotel
Elevation
1300
Day 18 : Final departure

Transfer to international airport and fly to onward destination.

Food
Breakfast

What Is Included ?

  • All airport/Hotel transfers
  • Tourist standard Hotel in Kathmandu for 3 nights with breakfast 
  • City Tour by private transport 
  • All necessary paper work and permits (Lower Dolpa Restricted Area Permit )
  • Flight Kathmandu/Nepalgunj-Juphal-Nepalgunj-Kathmandu
  • 2 star Hotel in Nepalgunj 
  • Full meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner on your choice
  • Hot drinks (Tea & Coffee)
  • All mountain accommodation i tent
  • An experienced English-speaking Govt. registered trekking guide, Trekking cook, kitchen boy, assistant guide and Sherpa porters to carry luggage (1 trekkers: 3 porters)
  • Guide, cook and support staff salary, insurance, equipment, flight, food and lodging
  • A comprehensive medical kit
  • All government and local taxes
  • Trekking equipment such as down filled sleeping bag, walking poles and duffel bag

What Is Excluded?

  • Meals in Kathmandu 
  • City entrance fees  
  • Travel Insurance and evacuation 
  • Tipping 

Additional Information

Trip Information Section

Meals

Eating is a big part of Holiday. Travelling with Mountain Mart Trek, you experience the vast array of wonderful food Nepalese, Chinese, Continental, Italian and several local cuisines. Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner are included in the package. Your guide will suggest delicious, hygienic and each place special food during your trip. Mountain restaurant owner prefer not to order many dishes and waste food as they would like to cater more trekkers with limited food before run off stuck. Its a week or more days hard work to porters and caravans to bring food to these places. During this trek you will usually have breakfast and dinner at the same Lodge, lunch will be eaten at one of the trail side restaurants en-route.

Accommodation

A Tea House is the combination of guest house, restaurant, and social hang out. Private rooms are available in most Tea Houses, except for high altitudes ones where it will be just dormitories. The lodges are fairly basic. The rooms are spare with twin beds and very little additional furniture. Blankets are generally provided. There is a large dining room-cum-lounge, warmed by the bukhara stove (an iron cylinder, fitted with a chimney duct, in which a log fire is lighted. There is normally no electric lighting in the rooms unless the village has hydroelectric power. The dining room usually hassolar lighting.
Most teahouses now also have electricity for charging small appliances - mobile phones and cameras - and there may be a small charge for this.

Drinking water:

Mountain Mart Trek provides unlimited chlorine/Iodine treated water during the trek. All tea houses have mineral water and boiled water for trekkers upon additional cost. We discourage the purchase of Mineral water and bottled water while on the Trek as plastic bottles aredifficult to dispose off and have become an environmental problem

Route Map

Mountain Mart Trek offers you complementary route map and T-shirt

What to take

This is a very active trip, meaning you will be on the move most of the time, so pack as lightly as possible. We provide one porter for every two travellers; your trekking gear will be carried by the porter in a duffel bag that we will provide. The maximum the porters are allowed to carry 15 kgs per trekker means 30 kgs from 2 trekkers . Unnecessary luggage can left in Kathmandu Hotel and its absolutely free of cost. .

Important to note:

Please read the Checklist section of this trip notes for additional details of what you need to bring for the trek on this trip. You will need to bring a comfortable medium sized day pack to carry the things that you will need during the day. This should have a waist strap or (better) a padded waist belt. The weather is subject to change in high altitude so layered clothing is recommended throughout the year.

Booking Terms and Conditions

Please, read MMT’s ‘Terms and Conditions’ carefully prior to trip booking

Trekking or Mountaineering in the higher elevation of the Himalayas is one of the most adventurous endeavors which inherit the risk of AMS or injuries or even death. MMT is always concern regarding the comfort, safety and health of trekkers while meandering in higher altitude. We contribute great effort to reduce or control the risk and hazard; but sometime nature’s curse or fluctuate climate in Himalayas is beyond our control and we are not responsible for it.
If you are a keen adventure lover and are ready to follow the hereby mentioned Terms and Conditions then you are heartily welcome at MMT office, Kaldhara-marg, Paknajol, Thamel, Kathmandu, Nepal.

BOOKING TERMS AND CONDITIONS:

1. All the bookings of the packages are dealt with Mountain Mart Treks and Expedition which is an authorized adventure company based in capital of Nepal: Kathmandu.

2. The term ‘Trip’ formally refers to walking, sightseeing, treks, tours, mountaineering, expeditions or holiday in the mystical land, Nepal.
3. MMT faithfully offers all the amenities in the estimated price of the package.
4. Please go through itinerary page or trek inclusion page for the detail information of the cost transparency. The trek cost may vary from one package to another and some packages don’t include the cost of the following:

  • Personal travel insurance, medical assistance and helicopter evacuation.
  • Visa, Passport and transit point expenses.
  •  Extra meals, entertainment activities, accommodation, transportation costs are not included in the itinerary.
  • Laundry, postal, medicine, clothing, gears and personal expenses.
  • Tips and excess baggage charge.

 5. The travelers must pay 20% upfront out of the total trip cost for the trip conformation.
6. You can pay the booking conformation amount either by credit card and wire transfer, both payment option subject to charge additional bank service fees upto 4% on top of the sum.
7. The trip will be booked once the payment is made by the travelers. We will send you the conformation letter through online and assure to provide all the service detail as mentioned in the itinerary.
8. The final payment must be submitted at the MMT office before the tip departure. Otherwise, you will not be legitimate for trip and no final documentation will be disclosed before the payment.
09. Regarding trip cancellation, we entertain free trip cancellation service upon submission of trustable reason before 90 days of the departure date upon adequate evidence and written reasons.    
10. If you cancel the trip 60 days prior to the departure date then 75% cancellation fee will be levied from the booking amount.
11. 85% cancellation fee will be levied if you cancel the trip before 30 days of the trip departure date.
12. The company will be unable to refund the earlier paid (20%) booking payment if you cancel the trek prior to 15 days of the departure date.
13. There will be no payment refund if you voluntarily leave or cancel the trip once it is started; but if you are forced to leave due to unforeseen immediate circumstances then payment can be refunded after proper discretion.
14. We guarantee your safe and successful trip; however, the company reserves the authority to cancel the trip if there will be no minimum number (2) of travelers. In this condition, company will postpone or manage alternative trip.
15. If the company cancels the trip due to any unforeseen circumstances which are beyond our control (i.e. natural disaster, flight cancellation, strikes, wars, riots, quarantine, government intervention policy, weather condition), we will refund after deduction of minimum operating cost involved.
16. If you want to change your booking date, the booking amendment request must be made 90 days prior to the original trip departure.
17. If trekkers demand to change the departure date prior to 60 days of the final departure, US $ 50.00 per person will be charged as cancelation fee. The charge of the trip may also be increased if the market price soars higher during the postponed trip date.
18. The policy of our company is: Trekkers must have insurance policy contract if they want to trek with MMT. The policy must feature: medical coverage, air ambulance, helicopter evacuation facility, as well as flight cancellation insurance if possible.
19. Mountain Mart Treks and Expedition organizes various adventurous trips which have high risk factor and demand more physical stamina plus training. If you can’t accomplish the trek due to your physical inability or sickness, we are not obliged to refund the payment.
20. There may appear hindrance, obstacles or circumstances like: political riot, insurgency, accident, climate change, or natural disasters during the course of trip. Make sure you are ready to deal with all these problems.
21. The trip route, accommodation, modes of transport may be changed without prior notice due to the unforeseen circumstances. It is for your convenience and safety, so hope you will display flexible human nature in this context.
22. While changing the route, transportation, accommodation, or itinerary due to above circumstances, we may charge additional cost or lessen the cost as per the total expenses of the entire trek.
23. MMT holds all the authority to decline, accept, detain or retain any members of the trip if we find anyone suspicious or indiscipline. If you want to trek with MMT, you must accept our leadership during the whole trip.
24. MMT has contracted with network of companies, government of Nepal, individuals to assist the travelers during the trip. These third parties are qualified to perform their duties as contracted. We are not liable in case of loss, damage, irregularities if the third parties don’t perform their duties properly.
25. MMT is not responsible for the violation of any law or rules committed by the travelers in any country.
26. This agreement is governed by the laws of the Government of Nepal. No any individual: employees, representatives, guides of the company can alter the terms and conditions.
27. These terms and conditions may only be waived in special circumstances with written application to the director. Only the director of the company has all the right to amend them.
28. Travelers must be physically and mentally fit for the trekking. It is compulsory to bring health certificates along with proper legal documents for trip approval, if asked.
29. If the flight is cancelled or get delayed due to fluctuate climate or any other causes, MMT is not responsible for the extra expenses or compensation. We can manage alternative arrangement on special request which may demand other extra cost.
30. We have displayed the authentic, genuine and accurate information on our official website and brochure. If any mistake, incomplete or wrong information is seen, please inform us on time.
31. Please read all the above mentioned ‘Terms and Conditions’ before making the bookings. You must abide these conditions if you fancy to trek in the Himalayas with Mountain Mart Treks (MMT)

Download Nepal VISA form (.pdf)

Foreigners other than Indian citizen, who intend to visit Nepal must hold a valid passport prior to applying for a Nepal visa. The passport must have six months validity from the date of arrival. Foreigners can obtain a Nepalese visa upon arrival at Kathmandu airport, or at a border immigration office. One recent copy of a passport size color photo is required to apply for Tourist Visa to Nepal. Mountain Mart Trek has listed Nepal visa information tips for travelers to Nepal.

Tourist visas shall be granted for a maximum period of 150 days in a visa year (January to December)

A foreigner who has departed before the expiry of the period specified in the visa issued in a visa year shall not be allowed to use the visa by adding the remaining period to another visa year. If any foreigner who has entered Nepal towards the end of a visa year desires to extend his/her stay into the new visa year, he/she may do so by purchasing another visa for the New Year. Provided, however, that the computation of the fees for such period shall be made on the basis of the total period of the stay.

An application for a Tourist Visa must be submitted in the format referred to in Appendix 1.

A Nepali visa issued abroad is valid for entry for three to six months from the date of issue. True -

Tourist Visa Exceptions

Citizens of the following countries should be issue visa in their own country to Nepal embassy and consulate.

Afghanistan, Cameroon, Ethiopia, Ghana, Iraq, Liberia, Nigeria, Palestine, Somalia, Zimbabwe.

Entry

No foreigners except Indians are entitled to Nepal without a valid visa.

Visas can be obtained from the following immigration offices in Nepal:

  • Tribhuvan International Airport, Kathmandu
  • Kakarvitta, Jhapa (Eastern Nepal)
  • Birganj, Parsa (Central Nepal)
  • Kodari, Sindhupalchowk (Northern Border)
  • Belhiya, Bhairahawa (Rupandehi, Western Nepal)
  • Jamuna, Nepalgunj (Banke, Mid Western Nepal)
  • Mohana, Dhangadhi (Kailali, Far Western Nepal)
  • Gaddachauki, Mahendranagar (Kanchanpur, Far Western Nepal)

Visa Application Forms

A copy of the Visa Form is available for use at the end of this document that avoids you long queue to pick up the Nepal visa form at the international airport.

Visa Fees

The fees payable only in USD dollars for obtaining a visa on arrival at any border are as follows:

  1. A Tourist Visa with Multiple Entry for 15 days: US$ 25 payable only in USD dollars.
  2. A Tourist Visa with Multiple Entry for 30 days: US$ 40 payable only in USD dollars
  3. A Tourist Visa with Multiple Entry for 90 days: US$ 100 payable only in USD dollars
  4. Regardless of the provisions stated in points E1 and E2 above: Tourists with passports from South Asian
    Association for Regional Cooperation (SAARC) countries (Bangladesh, Bhutan, India, Maldives, Pakistan
    and Sri Lanka) are not required to pay visa fees for a 30 day visa.
  5. Indian citizens do not require a visa to enter into Nepal.

Visa Extension Fees

The fees payable (only in local Nepali currency) to extend the duration of your stay, or to renew a visa are:

  1. US$ 2 equivalent, in Nepali currency, per day of the extension period.
  2. An additional US$ 20 or equivalent, in Nepali currency, is payable on a single-entry visa in F1 if a MultipleEntry facility is requested for the extended period.
  3. If foreign visitors failed to renew their visa and need to do so at an exit point, they have to pay an additional equivalent to US$ 3, in Nepalese currency, on the regular visa extension fee.
  4. Foreign visitors who have overstayed their visa period of 150 days without extension are required to pay an additional visa fee as per provision in F3, plus a fine as specified in Clause 10 sun-clause 4 of the immigration Act 2049.
  5. Regardless of the provision stated in F1: 15 days is counted as a minimum extension period and the visa fee is charged accordingly. For an extension period of more than 15 days, the visa fee is charged as per the provision of F1.
  6. A tourist visa can be extended for up to a maximum period of 150 days in a single visa year (Jan. – Dec.).
    It is cheaper to purchase a 30 day visa at the point of entry and then to extend it, for 15 days or more at the Central Immigration Office in Kathmandu or Pokhara unless you are staying for 90 days or more

    For an extension to a visa you will need two additional passport photographs for each extension.

Transit Visa

A transit visa for one day can be obtained from Nepal's immigration offices at an entry point upon the production of a departure flight ticket via Tribhuvan International Airport in Kathmandu. The fee is US$ 5 or equivalent convertible currency. A transit visa may not be extended.

A Nepali Visa can be obtained from Nepal Embassy / Consulate Offices in your country, or upon arrival at Kathmandu airport. It is also possible to obtain the visa from other border points of entry. You'll need 1 passport photo each time.

For foreign investors, a business visa with a multiple entry facility for a period of one year or five years can be obtained from the Department of Immigration on the recommendation of the Department of Industry and Commerce by paying US$ 100 and US$ 250 or equivalent convertible foreign or Nepali currency.

Note: While we try to make the information contained herein as accurate as possible, we accept no responsibility for any loss, disruption or inconvenience sustained by anyone using this information.

Important Information to Visitors

Foreign visitors are requested to keep a note of the dates on their Nepalese visa and their passport number to avoid possible problems. Visa extensions need to be applied for, within the valid period of the Nepalese visa.

You are requested to ensure that you get the arrival/departure stamps on your passport at the entry /exit points to avoid possible legal complications.

Living in Nepal without a passport or a valid visa is a punishable offence.

Deviation from the prescribed trekking routes mentioned on your trekking permit will be treated as a violation of the law.

You are advised to be aware of brokers/cheaters and counterfeit documents or visa/trekking permits to avoid legal complications.

Change of purpose of your stay without permission is not allowed and employment or voluntary services while on a tourist visa is strictly prohibited. It will be a punishable offence.

Be certain to register at the police and Immigration check points along any trail. It would be wise to register your trekking destination and schedule at your Embassy or Consulate.

If you encounter problems along the trails, immediately inform the nearest police or Immigration post officials.

You are requested to change money with recognized dealers and do not forget to take and keep formal receipts.

You are requested to inform the officials at an Immigration Office or Police Station of any changes in the address previously given in your visa application form or disembarkation card, and within seven days.

If, as a tourist, your stay is more than 120 days in one visa year and you wish to visit additional places for longer than 24 hours, you must register at the local police office of such places, your name, passport number and address.

You are advised to be mindful to contact the Department of Immigration to request a visa transfer in the case of getting a new passport or travel document from your embassy, and within seven days.

Passport and trekking permits should be kept by each trekker while trekking.

Filming in restricted or notified areas without permission is strictly prohibited.

Please do not take out the visa stickers from your passport and do not try to change records printed in your passport.

We request your co-operation in observing the following guidelines during your stay in Nepal. Respect local traditions, customs, values and sentiments, help to protect local culture and maintain local pride.

  1. Respect privacy while taking photographs.
  2. Respect holy places.
  3. Refrain from giving money to children as it will encourage begging.
  4. Respecting local etiquette will earn you respect.
    Let the Himalayas change you – do not change them: so remember while you are on trekking:
  5. Leave campsites cleaner than you have found them.
  6. Do not light open fires.
  7. Burn dry papers and packets in a safe place.
  8. Keep local water clean and avoid using pollutants.
  9. Plants should be left to flourish in their natural environment.
  10. Help your guides and porters to follow conservation measures.
  11. Protect the natural environment.

Information for Indian Citizens

Indian citizens are permitted to travel in Nepal provided they have any one of the following documents:

Passport; Driving license with photograph; Identity card with photograph issued by a governmental body; Ration card with photograph; Voter identity card with photograph; Registration certificate issued by the Indian embassy to Indian citizens residing in Nepal; Ad hoc/temporary identity cards issued by the Indian embassy to the Indian citizen in the event of exigency; Document with photograph and setting out identity, issued by the sub-divisional magistrate or authority there above.

General Information

Department of Immigration
Kalikasthan, Dillibazar, Kathmandu.
Tel : 977 - 01 - 4433934 / 4429660 / 4438862 / 4438868
Fax : 977 - 01 - 4433935
Email : mail@nepalimmigration.gov.np
Web : http://nepalimmigration.gov.np/

Office Hours

Sunday to Thursday 10:30 a.m. - 17:00 p.m. in Summer
  10:30 a.m. - 16:00 p.m. in Winter (Nov. to Jan.)
Friday 10:30 a.m. -15:00 p.m.

Visa Application Hours

Sunday to Thursday 10:30 a.m. - 15:00 p.m.
Friday 10:30 a.m. - 13:00 p.m.

Note: All of the information above is based on information from the Department of Immigration of Nepal’s office and may be found on their website.

Trekking cards and Permits for Conservation Areas, National Parks and Restricted Areas

All trekkers are required to carry a Trekkers' Information Management System card (TIMS card). It is available from the Tourist Services Centre in Kathmandu: Sun – Fri 10:00 – 13:00 and 14:00 – 17:00. It is free, but requires two passport photographs. (Trekking agencies provide the cards for their clients.) Show it at check points on trekking routes.

Trekking Permits are required for all treks that pass through Conservation Areas or National Parks.

Conservation Area permits can be purchased at the Tourist Services Centre for Rs 2000 plus two photographs.

National Park entry tickets cost Rs 3000 and require no photograph. Purchase at the Department of National Parks and Wildlife Conservation office Sun – Fri 09:00 – 14:00 only (next to the Tourist Services office).

Restricted Area Permits are required mainly for camping style trekking in remote areas near the Tibetan border – for which a guide is strongly recommended. They can only be purchased for two or more trekkers. The permits are issued by the Central Immigration Office, require two working days, your original passports (not facsimiles) and two photographs. Costs range from US$10/week to US$500/10 days plus substantial additional amounts for each additional day. These will be procured by your chosen trekking agency. Offices are open daily, but with restricted hours on Saturdays.

Tourist Visa

The foreign tourist visiting Nepal shall be granted the tourist visa.

The tourist visa shall be granted for a period in maximum of 150 days in a visa year (Visa years means January to December).

A tourist who has departed before the expiry of the period specified in the visa issued in a visa year shall not be allowed to use the visa by adding the remaining period to another visa year.

If any foreigner who has entered into Nepal towards the end of a visa year desires to spend even the period during which he may stay in Nepal with the tourist visa of the other visa year, he may use such facility.

Provided, however, that the computation of the fees for such period shall be made on the basis of the total period of his stay.

Note: Above information is based on Department of Immigration of Nepal office.

  • Reading/writing material
  • First-aid kit; should contain lip salve, Aspirin, Band Aids, anti-histamine, Imodium or similar tablets for mild cases of diarrhea
  • Re-hydration powder, extra prescription drugs you may be taking if any particular
  • Wet wipes for cleaning can be purchased in Kathmandu.
  • Health requirements arranged
  • Money: cash/credit card
  • Down Sleeping bag provided by Mountain Mart Trek in Kathmandu 
  • Light weight Towel
  • Day pack (25-30 liter) to carry your personal needs during the day
  • Torch/flashlight - headlamp style is ideal
  • Insect repellent, sunscreen and lip balm
  • Refillable water bottle - Min 1 Liter Aluminum or Nalgene polypropylene are best
  • Warm Hat
  • Sunhat/bandana
  • Sunglasses
  • Gloves - wool or fleeced and gore tex
  • Scarf
  • Bag Liners to waterproof your bags (A duffel bag is provided to each trekker for trekking by MMT in Kathmandu)
  • Sewing Kit
  • Wind and waterproof Jacket & Pants
  • Comfortable and sturdy walking shoes (worn frequently prior to departure)
  • Socks: thick wool blend and thin cotton to be worn in combination - ensure boots fit such combination
  • Running shoes or sandals for evening
  • Wool jumper/sweater/fleece. Lightweight during summer, 1 heavyweight or 2 lightweights during winter months.
  • T Shirts 2 or 3
  • Shirt - Long Sleeved
  • Pants - lightweight long trousers (jeans are unsuitable)
  • Thermals upper and lower
  • Extra warm clothing during winter (December to March) layered clothing - thermals.

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