Our staff will welcome you at Tribhuvan International Airport in Kathmandu and transport you to the hotel. At Kathmandu, spend the evening in a 3-star hotel.
Shey Phoksundo Trek Itinerary
Day 1 Arrival Kathmandu
Day 2 Permit Procedure and afternoon fly from Kathmandu to Nepalgunj an hour flight
The Next Day, we take a one-hour picturesque flight to Nepalgunj which is a small town in the western part of Nepal, close to the Indian border and the Bardia National Park, Nepalgunj is also a core business hub and transit hub for so many of Nepal's regions. Enjoy the night in a hotel.
Day 3 Fly from Nepalgunj to Juphal 2475m/ 30 minutes and trek to Dunai 2140m/3 hours walking
Across the journey, Juphal from Nepalgunj was rewarded with panoramas of majestic snowcapped mountains. We arrive at Juphal, the starting spot of our trek, after a 35-minute flight. Leaving Juphal, the walk continues via maize fields and local settlements. We take a trip down the Bheri River's bank and pass past RoopGhar, where there is a watermill, until emerging in Dunai.
Day 4 Trek from Dunai to Chhepka 2720m/5-6 hours walking
We're leaving Dunai behind today and moving to Chhepka. The trail goes through Dunai's streets before entering the Bheri River bridge. We likewise proceed our hike down the river's northern bank to Sulighat, to reachthe SheyPhoksundo National Park entrance. We proceed on through a series of crop plantations until we reach Kageni, ascending along a sandstone trail. We go through the tropical jungle to reach the settlement of Chhepka, admiring the view of streams and lush greenery.
Day 5 Trek from Chhepka to Jharana Hotel 3040m/4-5 hours walking
Today we travel to Jharana Hotel via a woody trail surrounded by tall cedar trees. We also go through a winter community and gradually ascend over large grassland just above the gorge of the Phoksundo River, from where we have a spectacular view of a high waterfall and a further glimpse of Phoksundo Lake. Jharana Hotel that's where you'll spend the night.
Day 6 Trek from Jharana Hotel to Phoksundo Lake (Ringmo Gaon) 3640m/2-3 hours walking
Leaving Jharana Hotel beyond, we continue towards Phoksundo Lake, descending gently through forests of trees and bushes to the PhoksundoKhola's upper reaches. We next cross a bridge and kept moving north to Phoksundo Lake's trailhead. From and then, we trek along the lake's coastlines to the moment in time where the PhoksundoKhola unfolds from the water. Overnight stay at the lodge.
Day 7 Exploring SheyPhoksundo Lake
We spent the day exploringto all-around peaceful Phoksundo Lake. Phoksundo is a stunning high-altitude turquoise-colored natural lake that is also Nepal's deepest. The stunning loveliness of Phoksundo Lake is emphasized by the backdrop of KanjirowaHimal (6612m). Inside this park, we also visit various monasteries and Bon-Po religious landmarks. Overnight stay at the lodge.
Day 8 Trek from Phoksundo Lake to Chhepka 2720m/5-6 hours walking
The next day, We leave the stunning Phoksundo Lake behind and proceed to the hamlet of Shyanta. We continue for half an hour till we reach the summit of the hill, where we can see the vast panorama of Phoksundo Lake. We immediately move to Chunuwar village, followed by Rechi. Therefrom, we continue to walk down the riverbank, downward until we reach Chhepka. In the lodge for the night.
Day 9 Trek from Chhepka to Juphal 2475m/5-6 hours walking
We're embarking on a hike today along the Bheri River's rough routes. We resume our trek and depart the SheyPhoksundo National Park, flanked by the gorgeous scenery in the background. We next go east, crossing through the tiny village of Kalagauda on our way to Juphal Airport. We finally reach Juphal after a 5-hour hike. Stay in the lodge for the night.
Day 10 Fly from Juphal to Nepalgunj 30 minutes flight and then afternoon fly back to Kathmandu an hour flight
Departing Jhupal behind, we catch a flight to Nepalgunj in the early morning, as noon flights aren't really possible due to heavy winds. We get another flight back to Kathmandu after arriving in Nepalgunj, experiencing the breathtaking vistas anywhere along the way. We will transport you to a hotel in Kathmandu in which you will spend the night.
Day 11 Final Departure from Kathmandu
Our staff leaves you off at Tribhuvan International Airport approximately 3 hours earlier your confirmed flight for your departure.