Shey Phoksundo Lake: The Sacred Sapphire of Upper Dolpo
Venture into remote Dolpo to witness Nepal's deepest alpine lake (3,611m), ancient 900-year-old Bon Buddhist monasteries, and roaring waterfalls in pristine isolation.
The Expedition Experience
Shey Phoksundo Lake is widely regarded as the most visually arresting lake in the entire Himalaya. Completely devoid of aquatic life, its waters display an otherworldly deep aquamarine and turquoise hue against soaring pine-clad cliffs. This off-the-beaten-path luxury wilderness journey explores the timeless Bon Po village of Ringmo, the thunderous 167m Phoksundo Waterfall, and ancient monasteries where prayer flags have fluttered untouched for centuries.
Expedition Highlights
Day-by-Day Itinerary
8 Days PlannedFly to Nepalgunj in the southern plains. Overnight in luxury hotel with tour briefing for remote Dolpo.
What's Included
- •Domestic flights: Kathmandu to Nepalgunj, Nepalgunj to Juphal round-trip
- •Shey Phoksundo National Park special permit and local entry passes
- •7 nights authentic teahouse and deluxe wilderness camping accommodation
- •All daily freshly prepared meals with private camp chef
- •Experienced Dolpo mountain guide and dedicated horse / porter support
- •Satellite emergency communication and oxygen safety kits
What's Excluded
- •International flights and personal gear
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Guest Reviews
100% verified travelers who completed this expedition
“The silence of Phoksundo Lake will stay in my heart forever”
I have traveled across 40 countries, but nothing prepared me for the color of Phoksundo Lake. It looks like liquid sapphire poured between Himalayan cliffs. Not a single motor engine or tourist bus within 50 miles. Pure, pristine wilderness.