Inner Dolpo (Shey Phoksundo)

The hidden land of Bon. Inner Dolpo is a prehistoric landscape of high-altitude deserts, deep canyons, and ancient monasteries that feels entirely removed from the 21st century. This restricted-area trek traverses the Shey Phoksundo National Park, visiting the legendary Shey Gompa (The Crystal Mountain) and the mesmerizing, deep-blue Phoksundo Lake. It is a world of nomadic traders, Yak caravans, and the ancient Bon religion—a pre-Buddhist faith still alive in these isolated valleys. The terrain is arid and wind-swept, reminiscent of the Tibetan plateau, offering a sense of solitude that is often not feasible to find elsewhere in Nepal.

The trek to Laguna de los Tres is one of the primary day activities in Los Glaciares National Park, providing a close-perspective view of the granite massif of Mount Fitz Roy (3,405m). The route follows an out-and-back trail through mixed forest and glaciated valleys, passing the Piedras Blancas viewpoint before the final ascent. The journey is defined by a significant transition from the low-lying valley floor to the high-alpine environment of the lagoon, which sits directly below the main peaks.