Shey Phoksundo Lake Trek – 9 Days
About this experience
Into Peter Matthiessen's Dolpo: fly to the dirt strip at Juphal and walk up the Suli Gaad gorge to Phoksundo, a turquoise lake with no outlet fish and a 3,600 m Bon village on its shore. Includes flights via Nepalgunj, guide, lodging and the Shey Phoksundo National Park fees.
Highlights
Day-by-day itinerary
Afternoon flight west; overnight in Nepalgunj.
What's included
Included in the price
- Licensed English-speaking trekking guide
- Teahouse / lodge accommodation on the trail
- All trekking permits (TIMS + area permit)
- Ground transport to and from the trailhead
- Shared porter support
Not included
- International flights & Nepal visa
- Travel & rescue insurance (mandatory)
- Meals in the city
- Personal expenses, drinks & snacks
- Tips for guide and porter
Meeting point
Meeting point is shown below.
Interactive map coming soon.
Good to know
Broken-in boots, warm layers & down jacket, rain shell, headlamp, water bottle/purification, sunhat & sunscreen, personal first-aid and any medication.
Shey Phoksundo National Park entry and the Lower Dolpo restricted-area permit are included.
Not suitable for first-time trekkers — remote terrain with basic lodging and long walking days.
Traveller reviews
Challenging in the best way — the views from the pass are unforgettable. They adjusted one day for the weather and explained exactly why.
The acclimatisation days were well judged and nobody in our group struggled. Briefing was thorough and the kit list they sent was spot on.
Cosy tea houses, big skies, and a trail that kept surprising us. Lodges were booked ahead so we never arrived anywhere uncertain.