Overview
Lower Dolpo region is one of the most breathtaking treks, Glimpses of Nepal treks guide gives you an opportunity to experience a part of the till then little famous far-west Dolpo region of Nepal. Traveling through the valley of Suli Gad, you will cross gorgeous forests of pine and juniper. The trail continue above a gorge along with a waterfall until you reach the Buddhist village of Ringmo. From this tiny village you will enter the beautiful Shey Phoksundo National Park which contains the wonderful Phoksundo Lake with its clear blue waters. The lake is very popular in our local tourist also many people visit there to see glimpse of view and Phoksundo Lake.
Highlights
- Phoksundo Lake
Itinerary
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
On average, you walk about 4 to 6 hours per day. One or two days can be as less as 3hrs and one or two days can be as long as 7hrs.
Yes, you can charge batteries en route. Charger should be brought. There are hot shower facilities as well. You may have to pay a certain amount for both ($1-$2). Negotiate. Also, a hot water facility could be free at a lower elevation.
No. There are no ATMs on this trek route. You will have to draw enough cash in Pokhara or Kathmandu. There are a number of ATMs in these cities. Everything is paid in Nepali rupees. So money should be exchanged before the start of the trek.
Yes. The Internet can be accessed in most places. Sometimes, there might be some technical problems. The Internet in Nepal is not as fast as you are used to and at times you can just lose connection.
Not really. It depends on you. If you want, ABC trekking can be done independently. You could hire a guide and a porter by yourself instead of going through an agency or not hire a guide at all. Although, not having a guide can be a little problematic during the offseason.
It really depends on you. Is it your first time in Nepal? How confident are you of being able to find your way around? How pressed on time are you? If you go through an agency, it will be costlier but everything will be planned. You will only have to come, trek and return.
For the Annapurna region, pay for guides range from $20 to $30 per day and porters take $15 to $25 per day.
