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Great Himalaya Trail : Dolpo Trekking

This trek is part of the Great Himalaya Trail, a chain of hiking trails in the Nepal Himalayas. The trails are developed within a sustainable tourism project and are well of the main touristic treks. You will sleep in homestays or basic guesthouses. A  once-in-a-lifetime-experiencein Nepal.

The “Great Himalaya Trail” (GHT) is one of the longest and highest trekking trails in the world. It spans the length of the country from Darchula and Humla in the West to Kanchenjunga in the East and is packaged and promoted into one of the world’s great walks. Nepal’s GHT comprises 10 sections, each a distinct destination with a unique blend of scenery and cultural heritage. The GHT has a huge potential in becoming a globally significant tourism brand, providing a boost to Nepal’s tourism industry and associated support sectors. As a "path for development", a major objective of the Great Himalaya Trail concept is to bring tourism benefits and improve livelihoods of poor communities in remote mountain regions. Through the GHT Development Programme (GHTDP), the Government of Nepal is working closely with the tourism industry, NGOs and host communities to ensure that the GHT is managed in line with responsible tourism best practices, generating vital jobs and income for local communities along the trail and contributing to the conservation of the country’s natural and cultural heritage. Objectives
 
Trekking in Dolpa is a unique experience. The trails pass through beautiful landscapes, thick pine forests and along wild rivers all the while with spectacular views of beautiful snow-capped mountains.
The highlight of the trek is the mesmerizing deep-blue and emerald hues of the deepest lake in Nepal, Phoksundo Lake. This is truly one of the most beautiful natural tourist destinations in Nepal. If time allows it’s worth spending a day or two admiring the views and exploring the lake and surrounding areas. Don’t miss Tshowa monastery on the east bank of Phoksundo Lake where worship still takes place. On the southern bank lies the village of Ringmo where you can get a rare close look into traditional Bonpo culture.

The ideal trekking season is spring and autumn.