Vår resa Great Himalayan Trail gick i oktober 2014, en
ungdomsdröm för Christian Jutvik. Nyss hemkommen och
uppfylld av starka upplevelser visar han sina bilder från en 25 dagars vandring i Dolpo i
nordvästra Nepal. Sammanfattningsvis - en makalös resa.
During this trek we will be exploring the most isolated places in the world with human habitation, the Inner Himalayan valleys of Dolpo. Situated in north-west Nepal, this region is surrounded by high mountains including Dhaulagiri Massif to the southeast and Tibet to its north. Steep paths carved into rocks and several 5000 meters high passes is what 'connects' Dolpo with the rest of the world.
Our aim is not only to make a straight forward trek, but instead we will see and interact with local people and the environment. We will encounter a well preserved Tibetan culture. In fact not more than 5000 people live in this area above 4000 meters altitude, which are the highest settlements in the world. With no roads and harsh geographical conditions, day to day living is very challenging. However they are more than happy to welcome foreigners who come to their hidden valleys.
The trekking is focused on offering you a combination of natural and cultural experiences. During the trek we will meet big herds of Yak caravans, their backs heavily loaded with sacks of salt. They travel all the way from Tibet for trading in the south. This trade has been going on since hundreds of years. Until 1991 foreigners were not allowed access to Dolpo and still only a few come this way as it demands much time, is very strenuous, and the most expensive trek you can do in Nepal. The local community has a rich history, largely affected by Tibetan cultural heritage. During the trek you will visit many Buddhist and Bon monasteries. Some of them are believed to be built 60 generations ago.
It is fundamental to understand that this trek is only suitable for those who are exceptionally fit and prepared for the challenges that are to be faced in order to complete the Great Himalayan Trail.
Vi bjuder på kaffe / te och ostmackor. Ett tips är att inleda kvällen med en vegetarisk buffé på Hermans. Restaurangen är kärnan i Hälsans hus och ett synnerligen populärt ställe.
Hälsans hus ligger på promenadavstånd från Slussen. Därifrån går även bussar. En hållplats.
During this trek we will be exploring the most isolated places in the world with human habitation, the Inner Himalayan valleys of Dolpo. Situated in north-west Nepal, this region is surrounded by high mountains including Dhaulagiri Massif to the southeast and Tibet to its north. Steep paths carved into rocks and several 5000 meters high passes is what 'connects' Dolpo with the rest of the world.
Our aim is not only to make a straight forward trek, but instead we will see and interact with local people and the environment. We will encounter a well preserved Tibetan culture. In fact not more than 5000 people live in this area above 4000 meters altitude, which are the highest settlements in the world. With no roads and harsh geographical conditions, day to day living is very challenging. However they are more than happy to welcome foreigners who come to their hidden valleys.
The trekking is focused on offering you a combination of natural and cultural experiences. During the trek we will meet big herds of Yak caravans, their backs heavily loaded with sacks of salt. They travel all the way from Tibet for trading in the south. This trade has been going on since hundreds of years. Until 1991 foreigners were not allowed access to Dolpo and still only a few come this way as it demands much time, is very strenuous, and the most expensive trek you can do in Nepal. The local community has a rich history, largely affected by Tibetan cultural heritage. During the trek you will visit many Buddhist and Bon monasteries. Some of them are believed to be built 60 generations ago.
It is fundamental to understand that this trek is only suitable for those who are exceptionally fit and prepared for the challenges that are to be faced in order to complete the Great Himalayan Trail.
Vi bjuder på kaffe / te och ostmackor. Ett tips är att inleda kvällen med en vegetarisk buffé på Hermans. Restaurangen är kärnan i Hälsans hus och ett synnerligen populärt ställe.
Hälsans hus ligger på promenadavstånd från Slussen. Därifrån går även bussar. En hållplats.