Shey Phoksundo Lake Trek
Shey Phoksundo Lake Trek in Nepal is a rewarding, short, and easy trek. The trek to Shey Phoksundo Lake is satisfying with a magnificent view o Phoksundo Lake at 3611.5m. This site resembles one of the most iconic touristic places in the Dolpo region of Nepal. Shey-Phoksundo Lake is a sacred lake and is paid homage by Bon and the Buddhist community. Raconteur Adventure has the best and most affordable Shey Phoksundo trek here in Nepal.
The pure and blissful blend of nature and culture makes this place a must-visit destination for all. Moreover, the lake is splendid with the glittering reflection of surrounding landscapes. Shey Phoksundo Lake is in the Shey Phoksundo National Park, famous for its availability of medicinal herbs. Shey Phoksudo, Dolpo is magical with its remote settings was opened for trekkers in 1989.
The Lake of Shey-Phoksundo is a majestic lake below the Kanjiralwa Himalayan. Beyond the beauty of the lake, the Dolpo region has some alluring landscapes and beautiful lands, hospitable people, and other sceneries of mountains, lakes, and hills. And, Dolpo region lies in the western part of Nepal.
Phoksundo Lake Trek route has mind-settling views of various landscapes and crystal clear blue water. This alpine freshwater lake is all beautiful, and trekking here is equally worthy as well. Raconteur Adventure has perfectly tailored Shey-Phoksundo Lake Trek.
Our trek commences with driving from Kathmandu to Rukum which is a 25-hour drive. We then will drive to Raadi Byauja in 4 wheeler jeep and stay overnight there. Then, the trekking journey starts as we trek to Siaudeni village and then to Tripurakot on the following day. Our trek continues driving from Supani to Sulighad. We then travel to Kageni from Sulighad for an overnight stay. Then we reach Samjhana Hotel from Kageni and Shey Phoksundo Lake from Samjhana Hotel. We then trek to Chhekpa from the lake. From Chhekpa, we will hike to Sulighad and drive to Jhufal. From Jhufal, we fly to Nepalgunj and Kathmandu. There are some best times to do the Shey-Phoksundo trek.
Spring is the best time to do this trek to Shey Phoksundo Lake. Spring serves the best climatic conditions with a clear spectacular view of mountains, landscapes, and blooming rhododendron forests. During these time, temperature is not harsh either. Similarly, fascinating Dhaulagiri and other mountains are all visible during the time of spring. Another weather to serve the best experience for this trek is autumn. Autumn has lovely weather and also serves moderate temperatures. Winter is harsh in Nepal and it gets challenging especially in the winters and in summer it rains.
Trekking in Shey Phoksundo falls in a restricted region of Shey Phoksundo National Park. Specific entry permits are;
We assure you of excellent meals and a comfortable night’s stay in lodges/hotels throughout the trek. So, get ready, pack your bags and join this amazing journey to Shey Phoksundo Lake Trek of Raconteur Adventure to create and share stories.
As you approach Nepal from the sky, mind settling view of the mountain range unravels in front of you. Raconteur Adventure welcomes you to the airport and will drive you to your hotel. It is very regular for first-time travelers to experience the cultural shock once entering Kathmandu valley, but no worries as we will be assisting you throughout the journey. Overnight in four start hotel in Kathmandu.
1350m, 4,429.134 ft.
3/4/5 Star Hotel
Dinner
We will engage in a delightful sightseeing experience today. We will drive you to Kathmandu Durbar Square, an open medieval museum with many temples, monuments and palaces. After enjoying Kathmandu Durbar Square, we will go to Boudhanath, the largest dome-shaped stupa in south Asia. After circling the stupa three times, we will gather for lunch at rooftop restaurant the premises of Boudhanath and drive to Pashupatinath in the evening to view and experience the energy of Lord Shiva. Overnight in the same Hotel in Kathmandu.
1350m, 4,429.134 ft.
3/4/5 Star Hotel
Breakfast & Dinner
The actual journey to Shey Phoksundo Lake begins from the third day of the trek. We will drive you or book a seat on the local bus to Rukum, 24 hours’ drive.
24 Hours
Tourist Standard Hotel
Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Upon reaching Rukum, we will again transfer to a four-wheeler SUV and drive to Raadi Byauja(Aathbishkot), the border of Rukum and Jajarkot. Overnight in Aathbishkot.
02 Hours
Tourist Standard Hotel
Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
After breakfast at Aathbishkot, we drive a jeep to Gotamkot. From Gotamkot, you can reach Jajarkot via Jeep track through Bheri River bank. After getting to Gotamkot, the last jeep station here, we hike to Rukum crossing the Bheri River again. Then again, we will catch another jeep which takes us to the Dolpa district. We will stop in our trail head at Khadang. Our hike starts from Khadang to reach the village of Siaudeni within 3-3.5 hours. Overnight in Siaudeni village.
We start trekking to Tripurakot, which is 04 hours trek. We will have lunch at Tripurakot and cross the Bheri River to reach Supani. After getting Supani, we will drive to Sulighad in a local jeep. From Sulighad, we will start trekking to acquire the fantastic village of Kageni for an Overnight stay.
Tourist Standard Hotel
Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
After refreshment and heavy breakfast at Kageni, we trek through the beautiful village of Shangta, Chhekpa, to have lunch in another not less delightful village of Raichi. After lunch, we walk to Samjhana Hotel, which is the base camp of Shey Phoksundo Lake. In Samjhana Hotel, we will stay overnight.
Day eight is the primary day of this fulfilling Shey Phoksundo Lake Trek. We will reach Shey Phoksundo Lake today. The early hike is easy and gets difficult after crossing the Jharana hotel. You have to climb a big hill which will take more than 03 hours but directly leading to the heavenly lake at an altitude of 3589m. We will enjoy the enchanting view of mountains, lakes, monasteries, and encircling villages. Overnight in Shey Phoksundo
Upon having breakfast at the hotel in Shey Phoksundo, we will enjoy the morning view of the super beautiful Shey Phoksundo Lake. Then we will trek down to Chhekpa villae. We will have lunch at Raichi village after a trek of 4.5 hours from Chhekpa. After some rest, we will continue hiking to Chhekpa village for an Overnight Stay.
After breakfast at Chhekpa, we will hike to Sulighad, and from Sulighad, we will drive to Dolpa, Jhufal, in a local jeep. We will stay at a hotel in Jhufal. The trek ends; relax your muscles and have fun.
After breakfast at Jhufal, we will catch the flight to Nepalgunj in the early morning and fly again to Kathmandu from Nepalgunj. Raconteur Adventure will host a farewell dinner for you to hear your stories and reviews.
We will farewell you at the airport, but we promise to keep that we shall meet again.
Well, the Shey Phoksundo trek is over 3500 m in elevation. There are possibilities of having altitude sickness. It usually happens at this altitude above 3500m. We have planned an itinerary that gives you time to acclimatise the Trail for this prevention.
You are not allowed to drink water directly from the lake or any tap; besides, you can use water purifier tablets or Just boiled water.
Yes, we provide first aid on the trek, and we always carry a first aid kit.
Hotels and tea houses are available, so you do not need to bring them.
Suppose you get into any trouble. We will collect your travel insurance policies and details before your trip. Our team will coordinate with your insurance company and provide you with the evacuation helicopter.
Shey Phoksundo Lake Trek does not reach higher than 3800 meters.
You must walk for approximately 6-8 hours every day on average. Sleep can vary from 4-5 hours to as little as 2-3 hours on some days.
Essentially, this will be handled by our guidance. If the weather is not too terrible, we will walk down; nevertheless, there is generally access to a phone line for a helicopter evacuation in the event of an emergency.
You can charge your batteries while trekking if you have your charger. There is also a hot water facility, but you may have to pay an additional $1-$2 to use it. At a lower height, though, you can discover an accessible hot water facility.
Of indeed, you'll be able to do it. The Shey Phoksundo Trek is recommended for experienced trekkers and walkers who can walk for 4 to 5 hours per day with a light daypack.
Guesthouses may be found in practically every settlement because the Shey Phoksundo Trip is a teahouse trek. However, rest assured that we will do everything possible to give you the greatest alternative that fits all of your requirements. All of the teahouse rooms are simple and share a bathroom.
During the tea house journey, lodges will serve a delectable selection of largely vegetarian dishes like pasta, noodles, potatoes, eggs, Daal Bhat, bread, soups, and seasonal fresh vegetable varieties.
Porters will be allocated to carry your luggage; two individuals will be assigned to one porter; combined baggage should not exceed 18 KGs. Only bring what is necessary.
Usually, no! Only a few places offer phone service.
Yes, you certainly can. However, it would be best to inform us of this before the walk to plan the route to meet your needs.
The toilets are located along the trail in tiny settlements with restaurants and tea houses. The majority of bathrooms in this area are squat toilets. Prepare to hide behind large rocks and conduct your business in other scenarios.
A hundred per cent Yes! Trekkers must have travel insurance that covers all expenses that may arise from medical concerns or accidents (this includes air ambulance, helicopter rescue, and medical treatment costs). Foreigners must obtain travel insurance from one of the international insurance firms because Nepalese insurance companies do not give travel insurance to foreigners.
Individuals, couples, or friends with a shared interest in outdoor adventure and environment make up most of the groups, ranging from 6 to 16 people.
There are a lot of registered money exchangers on Thamel's streets, and they're easy to come by.
There will be no ATMs during our walk. The only places where you can get cash are in Kathmandu and Pokhara.
Shey Phoksundo Lake Trek
Shey Phoksundo Lake Trek in Nepal is a rewarding, short, and easy trek. The trek to Shey Phoksundo Lake is satisfying with a magnificent view o Phoksundo Lake at 3611.5m. This site resembles one of the most iconic touristic places in the Dolpo region of Nepal. Shey-Phoksundo Lake is a sacred lake and is paid homage by Bon and the Buddhist community. Raconteur Adventure has the best and most affordable Shey Phoksundo trek here in Nepal.
The pure and blissful blend of nature and culture makes this place a must-visit destination for all. Moreover, the lake is splendid with the glittering reflection of surrounding landscapes. Shey Phoksundo Lake is in the Shey Phoksundo National Park, famous for its availability of medicinal herbs. Shey Phoksudo, Dolpo is magical with its remote settings was opened for trekkers in 1989.
The Lake of Shey-Phoksundo is a majestic lake below the Kanjiralwa Himalayan. Beyond the beauty of the lake, the Dolpo region has some alluring landscapes and beautiful lands, hospitable people, and other sceneries of mountains, lakes, and hills. And, Dolpo region lies in the western part of Nepal.
Phoksundo Lake Trek route has mind-settling views of various landscapes and crystal clear blue water. This alpine freshwater lake is all beautiful, and trekking here is equally worthy as well. Raconteur Adventure has perfectly tailored Shey-Phoksundo Lake Trek.
Our trek commences with driving from Kathmandu to Rukum which is a 25-hour drive. We then will drive to Raadi Byauja in 4 wheeler jeep and stay overnight there. Then, the trekking journey starts as we trek to Siaudeni village and then to Tripurakot on the following day. Our trek continues driving from Supani to Sulighad. We then travel to Kageni from Sulighad for an overnight stay. Then we reach Samjhana Hotel from Kageni and Shey Phoksundo Lake from Samjhana Hotel. We then trek to Chhekpa from the lake. From Chhekpa, we will hike to Sulighad and drive to Jhufal. From Jhufal, we fly to Nepalgunj and Kathmandu. There are some best times to do the Shey-Phoksundo trek.
Spring is the best time to do this trek to Shey Phoksundo Lake. Spring serves the best climatic conditions with a clear spectacular view of mountains, landscapes, and blooming rhododendron forests. During these time, temperature is not harsh either. Similarly, fascinating Dhaulagiri and other mountains are all visible during the time of spring. Another weather to serve the best experience for this trek is autumn. Autumn has lovely weather and also serves moderate temperatures. Winter is harsh in Nepal and it gets challenging especially in the winters and in summer it rains.
Trekking in Shey Phoksundo falls in a restricted region of Shey Phoksundo National Park. Specific entry permits are;
We assure you of excellent meals and a comfortable night’s stay in lodges/hotels throughout the trek. So, get ready, pack your bags and join this amazing journey to Shey Phoksundo Lake Trek of Raconteur Adventure to create and share stories.
As you approach Nepal from the sky, mind settling view of the mountain range unravels in front of you. Raconteur Adventure welcomes you to the airport and will drive you to your hotel. It is very regular for first-time travelers to experience the cultural shock once entering Kathmandu valley, but no worries as we will be assisting you throughout the journey. Overnight in four start hotel in Kathmandu.
1350m, 4,429.134 ft.
3/4/5 Star Hotel
Dinner
We will engage in a delightful sightseeing experience today. We will drive you to Kathmandu Durbar Square, an open medieval museum with many temples, monuments and palaces. After enjoying Kathmandu Durbar Square, we will go to Boudhanath, the largest dome-shaped stupa in south Asia. After circling the stupa three times, we will gather for lunch at rooftop restaurant the premises of Boudhanath and drive to Pashupatinath in the evening to view and experience the energy of Lord Shiva. Overnight in the same Hotel in Kathmandu.
1350m, 4,429.134 ft.
3/4/5 Star Hotel
Breakfast & Dinner
The actual journey to Shey Phoksundo Lake begins from the third day of the trek. We will drive you or book a seat on the local bus to Rukum, 24 hours’ drive.
24 Hours
Tourist Standard Hotel
Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Upon reaching Rukum, we will again transfer to a four-wheeler SUV and drive to Raadi Byauja(Aathbishkot), the border of Rukum and Jajarkot. Overnight in Aathbishkot.
02 Hours
Tourist Standard Hotel
Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
After breakfast at Aathbishkot, we drive a jeep to Gotamkot. From Gotamkot, you can reach Jajarkot via Jeep track through Bheri River bank. After getting to Gotamkot, the last jeep station here, we hike to Rukum crossing the Bheri River again. Then again, we will catch another jeep which takes us to the Dolpa district. We will stop in our trail head at Khadang. Our hike starts from Khadang to reach the village of Siaudeni within 3-3.5 hours. Overnight in Siaudeni village.
We start trekking to Tripurakot, which is 04 hours trek. We will have lunch at Tripurakot and cross the Bheri River to reach Supani. After getting Supani, we will drive to Sulighad in a local jeep. From Sulighad, we will start trekking to acquire the fantastic village of Kageni for an Overnight stay.
Tourist Standard Hotel
Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
After refreshment and heavy breakfast at Kageni, we trek through the beautiful village of Shangta, Chhekpa, to have lunch in another not less delightful village of Raichi. After lunch, we walk to Samjhana Hotel, which is the base camp of Shey Phoksundo Lake. In Samjhana Hotel, we will stay overnight.
Day eight is the primary day of this fulfilling Shey Phoksundo Lake Trek. We will reach Shey Phoksundo Lake today. The early hike is easy and gets difficult after crossing the Jharana hotel. You have to climb a big hill which will take more than 03 hours but directly leading to the heavenly lake at an altitude of 3589m. We will enjoy the enchanting view of mountains, lakes, monasteries, and encircling villages. Overnight in Shey Phoksundo
Upon having breakfast at the hotel in Shey Phoksundo, we will enjoy the morning view of the super beautiful Shey Phoksundo Lake. Then we will trek down to Chhekpa villae. We will have lunch at Raichi village after a trek of 4.5 hours from Chhekpa. After some rest, we will continue hiking to Chhekpa village for an Overnight Stay.
After breakfast at Chhekpa, we will hike to Sulighad, and from Sulighad, we will drive to Dolpa, Jhufal, in a local jeep. We will stay at a hotel in Jhufal. The trek ends; relax your muscles and have fun.
After breakfast at Jhufal, we will catch the flight to Nepalgunj in the early morning and fly again to Kathmandu from Nepalgunj. Raconteur Adventure will host a farewell dinner for you to hear your stories and reviews.
We will farewell you at the airport, but we promise to keep that we shall meet again.
Well, the Shey Phoksundo trek is over 3500 m in elevation. There are possibilities of having altitude sickness. It usually happens at this altitude above 3500m. We have planned an itinerary that gives you time to acclimatise the Trail for this prevention.
You are not allowed to drink water directly from the lake or any tap; besides, you can use water purifier tablets or Just boiled water.
Yes, we provide first aid on the trek, and we always carry a first aid kit.
Hotels and tea houses are available, so you do not need to bring them.
Suppose you get into any trouble. We will collect your travel insurance policies and details before your trip. Our team will coordinate with your insurance company and provide you with the evacuation helicopter.
Shey Phoksundo Lake Trek does not reach higher than 3800 meters.
You must walk for approximately 6-8 hours every day on average. Sleep can vary from 4-5 hours to as little as 2-3 hours on some days.
Essentially, this will be handled by our guidance. If the weather is not too terrible, we will walk down; nevertheless, there is generally access to a phone line for a helicopter evacuation in the event of an emergency.
You can charge your batteries while trekking if you have your charger. There is also a hot water facility, but you may have to pay an additional $1-$2 to use it. At a lower height, though, you can discover an accessible hot water facility.
Of indeed, you'll be able to do it. The Shey Phoksundo Trek is recommended for experienced trekkers and walkers who can walk for 4 to 5 hours per day with a light daypack.
Guesthouses may be found in practically every settlement because the Shey Phoksundo Trip is a teahouse trek. However, rest assured that we will do everything possible to give you the greatest alternative that fits all of your requirements. All of the teahouse rooms are simple and share a bathroom.
During the tea house journey, lodges will serve a delectable selection of largely vegetarian dishes like pasta, noodles, potatoes, eggs, Daal Bhat, bread, soups, and seasonal fresh vegetable varieties.
Porters will be allocated to carry your luggage; two individuals will be assigned to one porter; combined baggage should not exceed 18 KGs. Only bring what is necessary.
Usually, no! Only a few places offer phone service.
Yes, you certainly can. However, it would be best to inform us of this before the walk to plan the route to meet your needs.
The toilets are located along the trail in tiny settlements with restaurants and tea houses. The majority of bathrooms in this area are squat toilets. Prepare to hide behind large rocks and conduct your business in other scenarios.
A hundred per cent Yes! Trekkers must have travel insurance that covers all expenses that may arise from medical concerns or accidents (this includes air ambulance, helicopter rescue, and medical treatment costs). Foreigners must obtain travel insurance from one of the international insurance firms because Nepalese insurance companies do not give travel insurance to foreigners.
Individuals, couples, or friends with a shared interest in outdoor adventure and environment make up most of the groups, ranging from 6 to 16 people.
There are a lot of registered money exchangers on Thamel's streets, and they're easy to come by.
There will be no ATMs during our walk. The only places where you can get cash are in Kathmandu and Pokhara.
