Western Nepal is the most remote and unspoiled region in the country. It is as if time has stood still and the inhabitants continue to live as they have for centuries. The jewel of Western Nepal is the Phoksumdo National Park. It is covered by virgin forests and is one of the world's best habitats for the elusive snow leopard, blue sheep, ghoral, musk deer, and other rare wildlife. The Jumla Valley is noted for its remoteness and prime herb hunting areas. Rara Lake is known as the Queen of Lakes, and is the biggest lake in Nepal. The Dolpo region has been open to tourists only since 1991, and is considered to be one of the world's most remote treks.
Western Nepal was once the centre of a large empire that extended into Tibet and India and it now has a large population of both Hindus and Buddhists. It is remote and unknown from the Western viewpoint because of its relative inaccessibility and its distance from Kathmandu. Regular flights to Jumla, Simikot, Dolpo and other airstrips in the west reduce this remoteness somewhat, but add considerably to the cost of trekking.
Many of the trails in the west continue to the northern side of the Himalayan ranges of Nampa, Saipal and Kanjiroba, making it easier for trekkers to hike along river valleys and into Tibet.
Note All flights to Western Nepal only operate once or twice a week, so before booking your international flight to Nepal await confirmation of your preferred arrival date.
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Jumla Dunai Trek
From USD 1295
14 days | Medium
Walking through Nepal’s ‘wild west’ with its strange mixture of ethnic groups. There are no high Himalayan peaks, but lots of good high-altitude scenery. Relatively unexplored by western tourists. Read more
Rara Lake Trek
From USD 1695
17 days | Medium
Unsurpassed views of Rara lake and mountain scenery, chance of spotting wildlife such as musk deer and black bear. Relax by Nepal's largest lake. Ruins of the Malla dynasty's old palace. Read more
Upper Dolpo Trek
From USD 2100
20 days | Medium-Hard
The legendary hidden land closed for years to trekkers. Trek by the Phoksumdo Lake, a spectacular lake, 4.8 km long and 1.8 km wide which is known for its aquamarine colour and its brilliantly clear water. Read more
Lower Dolpo Trek
From USD 1695
20 days | Medium-Hard
The legendary hidden land closed for years to trekkers.
See the highest waterfall originating from Phoksumdo Lake, a spectacular lake, which is known for its aquamarine colour and its brilliantly clear water. Read more
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