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Upper Dolpo Trek

Dolpo

Duration20–27 daysMax altitude5,350 mBest seasonMay–Sep (rain-shadow)FromJuphal

About Upper Dolpo Trek

One of the Himalaya's great expeditions: weeks beyond the road to Shey Gompa and the Crystal Mountain kora, through the land made famous by 'The Snow Leopard' and 'Himalaya'.

Duration

20–27 days

Max altitude

5,350 m

Best season

May–Sep (rain-shadow)

Guide

Licensed guide required

Route

Juphal → Juphal / Jomsom traverse

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Plan trip

Route-stop and itinerary details for Upper Dolpo Trek are still being verified by the NepalBuddy team and will appear here once confirmed.

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