Upper Dolpo & Shey Gompa Trek

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Upper Dolpo region is situated in the northwestern Nepal, a few kms away from Nepalgunj. Edit

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Upper Dolpo & Shey Gompa Trek it is the upper area of the Tarap Khola and Shey Phokundo lake. The route passes through dry land of the valley, snow-capped peaks and the desolate plateau. Trekking into the Jumla region is one of the most astonishing and charming treks. Attraction sof this region are the landscapes, flowers, Rara lake, flora and fauna, Jumli culture and villages. Rara lake is surrounded by the forest of Oak, Juniper, blue pine, spruce and cypress. The route passes through villages, several rivers, forest of fir, walnut, birch, juniper and pine. Rara, the largest Lake in Nepal, is in the high elevation towards the north west of Nepal with its unique culture, dramatic landscape and some historically important places are on the way.

Upper Dolpo & Shey Gompa Trek Nepalgunj

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Best Season to VisitEdit

September to November and from February to April.

Best Time To VisitEdit

Morning, Afternoon, Evening.

Time Required for SightseeingEdit

2 to 3 hours.

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How to ReachEdit

Taxi : Taxis, though costlier than rickshaws are comfortable for those carrying luggage. They also serve as faster means of transportation.Rickshaws, taxis and buses run all over within the city.

Bus : Bus services out of Nepalganj are centered near and from bus-stand in Dhamboji. Regular day and night buses head towards Kathmandu, Pokhara, Thakurdwara, Mahendra Nagar, Dhangadi, Karnali, Butwal, Biratnagar etc.

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Air : Nepalgunj Airport lies 6 km north of town easily approachable by shared tempo, rickshaw or vehicles provided by travel agencies. All the airlines, operating STOL aircraft, helicopter and bigger jet aircrafts, have offices around Birendra square or B. P. square and airport area.

Others : Getting around Nepalganj during daylight hours is very easy and reasonable by rickshaws. The airport can also be reached by rickshaw, and if you have time taking a rickshaw from the airport back into town will be a good way of arrive in town. You can also get to the Indian border by rickshaw.