Namtso Lake Trekking

Largest Salt Lake in China, rests on the green and brown plains of Tibet, amid the guarding peaks of the Nyenchen Tanglha Mountains. Here, where the influence of man and his machines is diminished to the drone of a jeep engine, the waves, and placidity of Nam-tso revel in their holiness. Due to its juxtaposition with mountains and plains, Nam-tso is visually inspiring at any time of the day. The natural changes in light can alone shift the shades of the magical colors of earth and water from pink to brown, to purple.

The lake is the sanctuary to many species of migrating birds and other local birds. This is the second-largest saltwater lake in China. it is approximately 70km long and 30km wide. The Lake is easily accessible from Lhasa. While driving to Nam Tso from Lhasa, we cross over the high pass of Yangpachen (5630 m.). It takes at least 21 days to circle the shores of the entire lake.

Day 01: Arrival in Kathmandu and transfer to hotel

On reaching Kathmandu international airport received by our staff and guide with warm welcome then transfer to your hotel in the center of Kathmandu city, after getting refreshed in your rooms join for briefing regarding your trekking.

Day 02: Kathmandu sightseeing

Today we do preparation and Kathmandu sightseeing in world heritage sites, Pashupatinath temple, Swayambhu Temple (Monkey Temple), Baudanath (Buddist temple), and Patan Durbarsquare.

Day 03: Fly to Lhasa 3,660 m and drive to your hotel

Early morning after breakfast you will be transferred from the hotel to the International Airport Kathmandu. You fly with a sweeping panoramic flight to Tibet; on arrival, you will be received at the Gongar Airport by our Tibetan guide. Less than two hours of good drive reaches you at Lhasa and to the best Lhasa’s Hotel, afternoon free for a short walk around the Market Square.

Day 04-05: In Lhasa with sightseeing tour at places of great interest

Guided tour in Lhasa of JOKHANG TEMPLE, BARKHOR MARKET SQUARE, POTALA PALACE, NORBULINGKA SUMMER PALACE with SERA & DREPUNG MONASTERIES. At Lhasa with an interesting tour of important sites around its historical and religious places.

Day 06: Drive to Nizhong

Today after breakfast, we started scenery driving to Nizhong where we arranged a yak for trekking. Overnight in tented camp.

Day 07-12: Trek to NamTso (lake). Overnight in tented camp.

Day 13: Explore around Namtso Lake. At 4718 meters, Nam-Tso (lake) is approximately 190km north of Lhasa. Its salty waters have a stunning shade of turquoise. Overnight in tented camp.

Day 14: Drive back to Lhasa and transfer to the hotel.

Day 15: Drive to Gonggar Airport and fly back to Kathmandu.

Day 16: Kathmandu, free day.

Include

All airport pick-up and drop-off transport services by private vehicles.
Trekkers’ Information Management System (TIMS) card (permit).
Well-Trained English-speaking Trekking guide.
Porter for your luggage.
Accommodation in Hotel / Lodge during the trek.
Meals three times a day (breakfast, lunch & dinner).
Food and accommodation as well as Insurance and equipment for guides and porters.
Farewell dinner.

Exclude

Your travel insurance and Personal nature expenses.
Drinks (tea/coffee, beer, cokes, mineral water), beverages, and hot showers.
Tips for trekking staff.
Entrance fees while sightseeing.
Meals & accommodation while you are in Kathmandu.

Important documents and items

Valid passport, 2 extra passport size photos, airline tickets
Separate photocopies of passport, visa form (easily obtained at Kathmandu airport), proof of insurance
Dollars, pounds, or Euros in cash for purchasing Nepalese visa at Kathmandu airport, for paying for restaurants and hotels, for gratuities, snacks, and to purchase your own drinks and gifts
Credit cards, Bank/ATM/Cash machine cards for withdrawing funds from cash machines (bring a photocopy of your cards), traveler’s checks, etc.