Day 1
Kathmandu to Nepalgunj
0 hrs / 0 km / sleep 150 m
Fly from Kathmandu to Nepalgunj (1 hour), the gateway to Western Nepal.
Dolpa
Shey Phoksundo Lake Trek
Journey to Nepal's deepest lake in the remote Dolpa region. Shey Phoksundo Lake's stunning turquoise water, the 167m Phoksundo waterfall, and ancient Bon monasteries create an otherworldly experience in one of Nepal's most pristine areas.
Moderate10 days3,612 mMar–May, Sep–Nov
Photo: Sandesh Giri / Wikimedia CommonsOverview
Trek overview
Long-form route context for planning, pacing, and realistic expectations.
Journey to Nepal's deepest lake in the remote Dolpa region. Shey Phoksundo Lake's stunning turquoise water, the 167m Phoksundo waterfall, and ancient Bon monasteries create an otherworldly experience in one of Nepal's most pristine areas.
This itinerary is synced from TrekGuard mobile app data and includes 10 planned days, 70 km of walking, and 3,400 m of total elevation gain.
Highlights include Shey Phoksundo Lake (3,612m), 167m Phoksundo waterfall, 900-year-old Bon monastery, Remote Dolpa cultural immersion.
Itinerary
Daily route plan
Day 2
Nepalgunj to Juphal
0 hrs / 0 km / sleep 2,475 m
Early morning flight to Juphal (Dolpa) — one of Nepal's most scenic short flights over the hills of western Nepal.
Day 3
Juphal to Dunai
3 hrs / 7 km / sleep 2,140 m
Descend to the Thulo Bheri valley, passing through terraced fields and villages. Dunai is the district headquarters of Dolpa.
Day 4
Dunai to Chhepka
6 hrs / 12 km / sleep 2,670 m
Trek along the Bheri River through Suligad — the Shey Phoksundo National Park entrance. Continue through walnut and maple forests to Chhepka.
Day 5
Chhepka to Jharana Hotel
5 hrs / 10 km / sleep 3,110 m
Continue along the Phoksundo River through birch forests. The trail gradually ascends with increasingly dramatic scenery.
Day 6
Jharana Hotel to Ringmo (Phoksundo Lake)
4 hrs / 8 km / sleep 3,612 m
A spectacular day — trek through birch forest and along the Phoksundo River to Ringmo village on the shore of Shey Phoksundo Lake. Views of the 167m Phoksundo waterfall.
Day 7
Ringmo acclimatization
5 hrs / 8 km / sleep 3,612 m
Exploration day. Hike along the lakeshore, visit the 900-year-old Thashung Bon monastery, and enjoy viewpoints overlooking the turquoise lake and snow-capped peaks.
Day 8
Ringmo to Chhepka
6 hrs / 18 km / sleep 2,670 m
Begin the descent, retracing steps through pine forests with scenic views of the lake from above.
Day 9
Chhepka to Juphal
6 hrs / 19 km / sleep 2,475 m
Continue descending along the Phoksundo River and Thuli Bheri River back to Juphal.
Day 10
Juphal to Kathmandu
0 hrs / 0 km / sleep 1,338 m
Fly from Juphal to Nepalgunj, then connecting flight to Kathmandu.
Map
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- Duration
- 10 days
- Altitude
- 3,612 m
- Updated
- 2026
Route files are planning references only. Always follow current trail conditions, local notices, and guide advice.
Packing checklist
Use a mobile-friendly checklist for clothing, electronics, medicine, documents, and trail gear.
Altitude and safety
Prepare before pushing higher.
Climb gradually and take acclimatization seriously.
Check weather, wind, and daylight before long days.
Descend and seek help if altitude symptoms worsen.
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