Upper Dolpo & Shey Gompa Crystal Mountain Trek
Official Trek Nepal Expedition
5.0/5.0 (19 Verified Reviews)
Quick Trip Facts
| Feature | Details |
|---|---|
Destination / Region | Rara Lake↗ |
Duration | 24 Days |
Trip Grade | extreme |
Maximum Altitude | 5,350 m (Kang La Pass) |
Best Season | May - October |
Group Size | 2 - 6 Trekkers |
Start & End Point | Kathmandu / Kathmandu |
Activities | Extreme Expedition, Camping, Restricted Area |
Overview of Upper Dolpo Expedition
24-day extreme wilderness camping expedition to Shey Gompa and Crystal Mountain in Upper Dolpo.
The definitive high-altitude Himalayan wilderness pilgrimage to Shey Gompa and the sacred Crystal Mountain in restricted Upper Dolpo.
A completely self-supported camping trek across remote Tibetan-culture high plateaus, traversing multiple 5,000m passes to reach 800-year-old Shey Gompa.
Trip Highlights
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Extreme Expedition
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Camping
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Restricted Area
Day-by-Day Itinerary (24 Days)
Detailed daily trekking distances, walking hours & stays
Transit.
What's Included
Included- Upper Dolpo RAP ($500/10 days)
- Full camping crew & cooks
- Pack mules
- All flights
- All meals
What's Not Included
Excluded- Personal equipment
- Insurance
Availability
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Route Map & Elevation Profile
Route map for Upper Dolpo & Shey Gompa Crystal Mountain Trek will be updated soon.
Good to Know — Essential Preparation
Trip GuideAltitude & Acclimatization
Our itineraries are crafted with gradual ascent profiles to minimize Acute Mountain Sickness (AMS). Guides carry pulse oximeters and portable oxygen bottles at all times.
Permits & Paperwork
We manage all ACAP, TIMS, and restricted area permits on your behalf. Simply supply copies of your passport and 2 passport photos upon arrival in Kathmandu.
Frequently Asked Questions
FAQsNo FAQs available for this trek yet.
Comments & Reviews
VERIFIED TREKKERSReal experiences & feedback from our community
Google Reviews
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