Dolpo Region
Dolpo, popularly called “The Hidden Heaven”, is the most exquisite but least explored trekking site in Nepal.
Dolpo lies in the north- west of Karnali region behind the Dhaulagiri massif. Naturally isolated by the difficult topography, it offers the high snowy mountain ranges in the north, canyons, river basins of the Bheri, Suligad, Rupgad, large and small cascades, varieties of plants and herbs, about 197 species of birds, 32 types of mammals, communities with unique cultures and social aspects and ancient temples, Buddhist monasteries.
The people of Tibetan origin have still adopted primitive lifestyle with their own dialect and culture. To trek in Dolpo region requires a special permit and trekkers should be physically fit while the trek takes long and strenuous.
Major Trekking Routes in Dolpo Region
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